An iconic Fort Myers Beach restaurant has made its big comeback!
Fox 4’s Fort Myers Beach Community Correspondent, Austin Schargorodski, remembers going to The Whale before hurricane Ian wiped it out, so he know’s its a staple in his community, which makes it’s return even more special.Watch to hear what’s new with The Whale’s grand-reopening:
Rebuilt and ready to make waves, The Whale returns to FMB three years after Ian
“I couldn’t be more excited to share this with our community!” said owner Dawn Miller.
Miller gave Schargorodski a tour of the new restaurant, showing off lounge seating with big comfy chairs and a 100-inch TV. Managing Partner Greg Vonkrumreig walked through what makes the three floors of The Whale special.
“The third floor’s got a beautiful view like you said. It is open air, kind of an upscale tiki bar. Second floor’s completely enclosed, definitely a lot nicer of a feel in there. And then the first floor is a casual beach bar where you can come right up in your bathing suit and grab a nice frozen drink,” VonKrumreig said…