Crow's Nest Marina Restaurant & Tavern "Great Food and View all time!"
Mar 2007
Of all the places my husband and I ate at while we were in Venice the Crow's Nest, by far, was our favorite of all the bestportcharlottedining.com. The ahi tuna, grouper nuggets, seafood bisque, and clam chowder were all superb, as was the service we received...add to all of this a beautiful view too, and it makes for quite a lovely meal. I can only say that I am very disappointed that we didn't find the Crow's Nest sooner and get coupons on swfloridarewards.com during our stay and that we'll definitely be returning again when we get back to Venice!
Monday, August 20, 2007
Sunday, August 19, 2007
Tarpon Lodge Restaurant Pine Island FL
Tarpon Lodge Restaurant "It's The Tops"
Dec 2006
Bestfortmyersdining.com recommends this restaurant and it affords day-trippers an interesting lunch or dinner opportunity in Pine Island.
The dining room, with its hardwood floors, framed prints of hunting and fishing scenes and the occasional small trophy animal mounted on the wall, creates a convincing country gentleman ambiance. It's a place where outdoorsmen feel at home
and can count on hearty, forthright fare.
As you might expect, the menu is as far from fusion as it's possible to get. Traditionalists may find it refreshing to recognize all the items in a dish. The food is straightforward American, featuring simple but well-prepared seafood and meat and an abbreviated wine list, from which we still managed to select a lovely accompaniment to our meal a Whitehaven sauvignon blanc, from the Marlborough district of New Zealand. Crisp, light and not quite as citrusy as some, it complemented both the appetizers and entrées well and, at $40, was a good buy, too.
Lunch is particularly casual, with cheese steaks, crab cake sandwiches, shrimp po�boys and salads that range from $5.95 for a jumbo hot dog to $14.95 for the fresh catch of the day.
Dinner selections scale upward a bit, with veal piccata, aged filet mignon and skewers of bronzed Gulf shrimp.
The shrimp were large, sweet and fresh, given a lively little bite from the seasonings that also imparted a bronze hue, and served with a mild cilantro crème fraéche. The house specialty crab and roasted corn chowder lived up to its billing. It was a thick, rich cream soup loaded with savory corn and mild crab. Although bowls are available, a cup was plenty.
Given our proximity to the fish-laden waters of Pine Island Sound and Charlotte Harbor beyond that, the evening's fish entrées seemed more appealing than meat.
A sautéed grouper with mango curry sauce was generously portioned, moist and flaky. The sauce, which was a restrained version of curry sauce, imparted Eastern-influenced spices and sweet mango without drowning out the fish's subtle flavor.
The Asiago-encrusted tripletail with artichokes had a bolder taste but, again, the fillet was moist and fork-tender, with a tangy crust.
For a sweet finish, the vanilla crème brule was a fine choice. Another classic, the custard, was creamy and lush with an oh-so-light crust of sugar fired over the top.
A cozy bar, complete with fireplace, was far quieter than the main dining room. But even when the volume climbs, Tarpon Lodge remains a lovely throwback to the days of Old Florida, when gracious service and rustic elegance went hand in hand. Just in case just check swfloridarewards.com for coupons to this wonderful restaurant.
Dec 2006
Bestfortmyersdining.com recommends this restaurant and it affords day-trippers an interesting lunch or dinner opportunity in Pine Island.
The dining room, with its hardwood floors, framed prints of hunting and fishing scenes and the occasional small trophy animal mounted on the wall, creates a convincing country gentleman ambiance. It's a place where outdoorsmen feel at home
and can count on hearty, forthright fare.
As you might expect, the menu is as far from fusion as it's possible to get. Traditionalists may find it refreshing to recognize all the items in a dish. The food is straightforward American, featuring simple but well-prepared seafood and meat and an abbreviated wine list, from which we still managed to select a lovely accompaniment to our meal a Whitehaven sauvignon blanc, from the Marlborough district of New Zealand. Crisp, light and not quite as citrusy as some, it complemented both the appetizers and entrées well and, at $40, was a good buy, too.
Lunch is particularly casual, with cheese steaks, crab cake sandwiches, shrimp po�boys and salads that range from $5.95 for a jumbo hot dog to $14.95 for the fresh catch of the day.
Dinner selections scale upward a bit, with veal piccata, aged filet mignon and skewers of bronzed Gulf shrimp.
The shrimp were large, sweet and fresh, given a lively little bite from the seasonings that also imparted a bronze hue, and served with a mild cilantro crème fraéche. The house specialty crab and roasted corn chowder lived up to its billing. It was a thick, rich cream soup loaded with savory corn and mild crab. Although bowls are available, a cup was plenty.
Given our proximity to the fish-laden waters of Pine Island Sound and Charlotte Harbor beyond that, the evening's fish entrées seemed more appealing than meat.
A sautéed grouper with mango curry sauce was generously portioned, moist and flaky. The sauce, which was a restrained version of curry sauce, imparted Eastern-influenced spices and sweet mango without drowning out the fish's subtle flavor.
The Asiago-encrusted tripletail with artichokes had a bolder taste but, again, the fillet was moist and fork-tender, with a tangy crust.
For a sweet finish, the vanilla crème brule was a fine choice. Another classic, the custard, was creamy and lush with an oh-so-light crust of sugar fired over the top.
A cozy bar, complete with fireplace, was far quieter than the main dining room. But even when the volume climbs, Tarpon Lodge remains a lovely throwback to the days of Old Florida, when gracious service and rustic elegance went hand in hand. Just in case just check swfloridarewards.com for coupons to this wonderful restaurant.
Saturday, August 18, 2007
Veranda Fort Myers FL
Veranda "Wonderful for lunch"
May 2007
About every four months we drive from Sarasota down to Ft. Myers to meet friends at a half-way point for lunch. The destination is always the same since we found out about veranda on bestfortmyersdining.com, the Veranda restaurant is in Ft. Myers. The atmosphere is terrific, two very old buildings merged together, a restful garden setting outside. Inside, the service has always been good. The luncheon menu is a bit limited -- some soups and salads, a few sandwiches, a few "main course" items, plus desserts, but all of it very good. You don't feel at all rushed, though the service is good and attentive. On our last trip last week, one of the people in our party had crab cakes, which are always good; I had tilapia with crab meat on top, and that was superb. If you live in or near Ft. Myers, the Veranda is a great break from everyday activities, simply unwinding over a pleasant lunch; if you're a visitor, it's a wonderful respite from the beach scene. We did not find a coupon on swfloridarewards.com though we check every time.
May 2007
About every four months we drive from Sarasota down to Ft. Myers to meet friends at a half-way point for lunch. The destination is always the same since we found out about veranda on bestfortmyersdining.com, the Veranda restaurant is in Ft. Myers. The atmosphere is terrific, two very old buildings merged together, a restful garden setting outside. Inside, the service has always been good. The luncheon menu is a bit limited -- some soups and salads, a few sandwiches, a few "main course" items, plus desserts, but all of it very good. You don't feel at all rushed, though the service is good and attentive. On our last trip last week, one of the people in our party had crab cakes, which are always good; I had tilapia with crab meat on top, and that was superb. If you live in or near Ft. Myers, the Veranda is a great break from everyday activities, simply unwinding over a pleasant lunch; if you're a visitor, it's a wonderful respite from the beach scene. We did not find a coupon on swfloridarewards.com though we check every time.
Friday, August 17, 2007
Rib City Grill Bonita Springs FL
Rib City Grill: "Delicious Ribs, Reasonable Prices"
Apr 2007
Discovered this place by accident on web on a site called bestswfloridadining.com during this vacation to Naples and Fort Myers and went back a second time. Look forward to more next vacation feels like a real family place restaurant. Among the best ribs I've ever had and I liked the onion rings too. Very casual...good for children. Try the hot sauce. Check to see if they are offering a coupon on swfloridarewards.com before you go.
Apr 2007
Discovered this place by accident on web on a site called bestswfloridadining.com during this vacation to Naples and Fort Myers and went back a second time. Look forward to more next vacation feels like a real family place restaurant. Among the best ribs I've ever had and I liked the onion rings too. Very casual...good for children. Try the hot sauce. Check to see if they are offering a coupon on swfloridarewards.com before you go.
Thursday, August 16, 2007
Arturo's Italian Restaurant Marco Island FL
Arturo's Italian Restaurant: "Best Italian on the Gulf Coast"
Jan 2006
We found it on bestnaplesdining.com back in 2000 now we can not live without them!
This has to be the very best italian food I have ever had. They have homemade pasta, my husband and I had the cheese manicotti for the fist time in 2000, we enjoyed it so much we had to order it again during this visit. We just arrived in Marco and plan to visit Arturo's again before we leave so we can try other items on the menu. The service is great and very friendly. We will check next time for coupons on swfloridarewards.com.
Jan 2006
We found it on bestnaplesdining.com back in 2000 now we can not live without them!
This has to be the very best italian food I have ever had. They have homemade pasta, my husband and I had the cheese manicotti for the fist time in 2000, we enjoyed it so much we had to order it again during this visit. We just arrived in Marco and plan to visit Arturo's again before we leave so we can try other items on the menu. The service is great and very friendly. We will check next time for coupons on swfloridarewards.com.
Tuesday, August 14, 2007
Charley's Boathouse Grill Fort Myers Beach FL
Charley's Boathouse Grill "Very special restaurant"
Oct 2006
This restaurant was wonderful from beginning to end just like bestfortmyersdining.com said it would be. Quiet and romantic, the perfect atmosphere for a special dinner. The food was delicious and the wait staff were friendly and effecient. My husband surprised me with a mouthwatering piece of "birthday" key lime pie complete with a candle! A perfectly divine evening. We even checked swfloridarewards.com for a coupons!
Oct 2006
This restaurant was wonderful from beginning to end just like bestfortmyersdining.com said it would be. Quiet and romantic, the perfect atmosphere for a special dinner. The food was delicious and the wait staff were friendly and effecient. My husband surprised me with a mouthwatering piece of "birthday" key lime pie complete with a candle! A perfectly divine evening. We even checked swfloridarewards.com for a coupons!
Monday, August 13, 2007
Farmers Market Restaurant Fort Myers FL
Farmers Market Restaurant: "Farmers Market the best!"
Apr 2006
My husband and I eat at the Farmers Market at least once a week! We always check swfloridarewards.com for coupons after we found it on bestswfloridadining.com. They have great fried chicken and ham hocks.Understand that they close at 8pm every evening so they will run out of vegetables towards the end of the day but everything IS fresh. Why would generations of "old Fort Myers folks" still keep coming here and waiting in line at 12pm if it wasn't so good?
Apr 2006
My husband and I eat at the Farmers Market at least once a week! We always check swfloridarewards.com for coupons after we found it on bestswfloridadining.com. They have great fried chicken and ham hocks.Understand that they close at 8pm every evening so they will run out of vegetables towards the end of the day but everything IS fresh. Why would generations of "old Fort Myers folks" still keep coming here and waiting in line at 12pm if it wasn't so good?
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