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Collier County, Florida, Restaurants With the Most Health Violations in October 2026

State records showed that the Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation conducted inspections at 182 restaurants in Collier County in the last 30 days. The good news is that 138 establishments passed on their first visit, while 22 restaurants passed the first inspection with zero violations. However, 44 restaurants failed to meet standards initially, with some requiring follow-up inspections before meeting food-serving standards.

Collier County, FL · 17h
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Fleamasters Flea Market In Fort Myers Draws Weekend Crowds To Hundreds Of Covered Booths

Some shopping trips end with one bag, and some end with a rug, a fishing rod, a new hat and a pair of sunglasses you never planned to buy. In Fort Myers, the second kind of trip happens every Friday, Saturday and Sunday. A huge covered market there packs in...

Fort Myers, FL · 1d
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This Florida Lobster Spot In Cape Coral Keeps Things Simple And The Seafood Deals Worth A Look

An aged canoe hangs from the ceiling, wrapped in sea netting, right above people working through bowls of award-winning clam chowder. That’s the scene at one Florida seafood joint, and I like it already. The menu leans hard into New England classics. Lobster rolls come hot with butter or...

Cape Coral, FL · 1d
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Herald-Tribune

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Iconic Sarasota County waterfront restaurant reopens

For Mary and Charlie Morhardt, the recent reopening of an iconic Old Florida restaurant in south Sarasota County known for serving comfort food in a waterfront setting could not happen soon enough. The Michigan couple had been visiting Snook Haven , located “Smack Dab on the Myakka River” at 5000 E. Venice Ave., Venice, since the 1970s. “We ride a lot of motorcycles, back in the 70s,” Charlie Morhardt said. “It was more of a motorcycle hangout. It’s always nice to come here, they always have a band going,” he added. Sarasota County closed Snook Haven on April 30, 2025 to begin an $8.75 million makeover that included a new food service building and covered seating pavilion. Last year, while Sarasota County was in the midst of that project, the couple put their kayaks in the river and paddled over to see the new facility from that side. This year, they waited patiently for the reopening. “We stayed an extra day just to be here,” Mary Morhardt added. The Morhardts were the first customers served after the new food pavilion opened. They ordered the Florida Seafood Chowder and Myakka Nachos. What's on the menu at the reopened Snook Haven SSA

Sarasota County, FL · 3d

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Lee County's McGregor Pizza & Deli marks 9 years of serving, supporting local schools

FORT MYERS, Fla. — For some people, a neighborhood restaurant is just a place to grab a bite. For Katie and Nir Marciano, it's a lifelong dream that's become a cornerstone of the community. Jason Drew recently went 'Gulfcoasting' at McGregor Pizza & Deli, where the husband-and-wife team is...

Fort Myers, FL · 1d

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New Publix With Adjacent Liquor Shop Now Serving Englewood, FL

Englewood is located on the state’s southwest Gulf Coast. The new Publix, located at 1500 Placida Road, carries the grocer’s signature departments:. Deli — full-service counter with a variety of meats and cheeses, an international selection of olives, hummus and more than 150 artisan cheeses from the United States and around the world.

Englewood, FL · 2d

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Naples' Vergina Reopens as Medi, Swapping 26 Years of Legacy for St. Tropez Flair

After 26 years as Vergina, the restaurant at 700 Fifth Avenue South in downtown Naples has a new name, a new menu and a new look — but the same team running the show. Medi, a St. Tropez-inspired Mediterranean restaurant and entertainment venue, debuted October 26 on the stretch of Fifth Avenue South that Vergina called home for more than two decades.

Naples, FL · 6d

Naples Daily News

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Major transformation: Downtown Naples restaurant Vergina becomes Medi

Longstanding downtown Naples restaurant Vergina has entered a new era ― complete with a new interior, new menu, and new name. The restaurant reopened on Oct. 26 as Medi, a Mediterranean dining and entertainment destination. “For 26 years, Vergina has been a place where our guests feel like family, and that same spirit will continue at Medi,” Medi's managing partner Eric Tancredi said. “We wanted to bring the vibrant energy of the Mediterranean to Naples through a fresh culinary direction, inviting interiors and evenings filled with live music and entertainment. We’re excited to share this next chapter with our longtime guests and welcome new faces to the table.” What's on the menu at Medi? Medi's menu is influenced by traditional Mediterranean cuisine, but also offers guests fresh takes on classic Vergina dishes, honoring the restaurant's history and impact on downtown Naples. Starters include staples like fried calamari and meatballs with ricotta, plus a mezze platter with an assortment of Mediterranean dips. Entrees range from pastas like linguine Portofino with shrimp, zucchini ribbons, garlic, white wine, lemons, and basil to sea specialties such as artichoke branzino and seafood paella. Seeking a lighter dish? Medi offers salads ranging from traditional Greek flavors

Naples, FL · 1d

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Fishermen’s Village Waterfront Dining Could Expand with Raised Terrace

Fishermen’s Village waterfront dining is expanding. Punta Gorda City Council approved a variance on Oct. 28 that lets The Islands Kitchen & Cocktail House add raised outdoor seating 10 feet from the water. City code normally requires a 25-foot waterfront setback. The council attached four conditions, including a clear route of at least 10 feet between the new deck and the seawall for pedestrians, bicycles and emergency access, Gulfshore Business reported.

Punta Gorda, FL · 1d

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Sip & Savor: 25-plus restaurants at USA TODAY Wine & Food Experience

The USA TODAY Wine & Food Experience is this weekend and there's still time to grab tickets to enjoy an afternoon of local food, premier wine, and culinary demonstrations with the Southwest Florida community. Here's everything you need to know about the 2026 USA TODAY Wine & Food Experience before...

Naples, FL · 15h

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Dean’s South of the Border to reopen in Punta Gorda

After a 16-month closure, Dean’s South of the Border is scheduled to reopen at its Punta Gorda location at 3 p.m. Nov. 13. The Tex-Mex restaurant has been a local gathering place for more than three decades, combining dining with live music. The reopening marks a new chapter for...

Punta Gorda, FL · 21h

Herald-Tribune

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17 Sarasota area restaurants hit with high-priority violations

Seventeen Sarasota area restaurants received high-priority violations during recent health inspections, while 17 other establishments aced their inspections. Our digital database of restaurant health inspections is updated regularly with the latest information on which Sarasota, Bradenton and Venice area restaurants passed or failed. You can use the database to search by Sarasota or Manatee County or by restaurant name. You can see which restaurants were fined and which were forced into temporary closure. Disclaimer: The Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation describes an inspection report as “a ‘snapshot’ of conditions present at the time of the inspection." On any given day, an establishment may have fewer or more violations than noted in their most recent inspection. An inspection conducted on any given day may not be representative of the overall, long-term conditions at the establishment. Ticket Newsletter: Sign up to receive restaurant news and reviews plus info on things to do every Friday Which Sarasota-Manatee restaurants got perfect scores on their health inspections? These restaurants and food trucks met all standards during their Nov. 2-8 inspections and no violations were found : 99 Bottles, 1445 Second St., Sarasota Crepetopia, 9626 State Road 64 E., Bradenton Domino's Pizza, 7353 University

Sarasota County, FL · 1d

Naples Daily News

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Now open: New Chipotle debuts in Golden Gate Estates

Chipotle Mexican Grill just opened its newest location in Naples , featuring a drive-thru pick-up lane where guests can pick up digital orders from the comfort of their vehicles. The new fast casual spot opened in Golden Gate Estates on Nov. 10 at 1955 Oil Well Road. It's open every day from 10:45 a.m. to 11 p.m., offering guests limited-time menu items like smoked brisket, high protein options like the Double High Protein Bowl, and the signature Chipotle menu with favorites like bowls, burritos, and more. Chipotle has been in the social media spotlight recently after TikTok users shared how to order a creamy cheesy corn dip. The viral order consists of a veggie bowl with guac on the side with just extra extra cheese, extra extra extra corn salsa, extra extra sour cream, and a large side of chips and queso. TikTok users say to mix everything together and enjoy with chips. Naples customers can register for Chipotle Rewards online and receive a free order of chips and guac. The rewards program earns guests free monthly food drops, customizable birthday rewards, and more. (1955 Oil Well Road, Naples; 863-842-1247; chipotle.com ) Kendall Little-Roche is the food & dining reporter

Naples, FL · 19h

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Food & Thought 2 offers 100% all-organic Thanksgiving feast for pre-order

Food & Thought 2 is taking the stress out of Thanksgiving this year with fully chef-prepared, 100% certified all-organic, seed-oil free holiday feasts available for pre-order now through Saturday, Nov. 15. The North Naples organic restaurant and market is offering two entrée options: a classic roasted turkey or an herb-roasted beef tenderloin. Each option is available in packages designed to serve four or eight guests, with vegan and gluten-free upgrades also available.

Naples, FL · 23h

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Chipotle Mexican Grill opens in Orangetree area of Collier

Chipotle Mexican Grill launched a restaurant Nov. 10 in the Orangetree area of Golden Gate Estates, the fifth location for the fast casual chain in Collier County. The new restaurant at 1955 Oil Well Road is part of The Shoppes at Orange Blossom, a Publix-anchored neighborhood center immediately east of Palmetto Ridge High School. Restaurant chains already operating there include Tropical Smoothie Cafe and Wingstop, while Chick-fil-A and Starbucks are still planned.

Collier County, FL · 1d

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Fishermen’s Village restaurant wins waterfront seating

The Islands Kitchen & Cocktail House will soon have raised outdoor seating 10 feet from the water after its owners were granted a variance by Punta Gorda City Council on Oct. 28. The restaurant’s company, PGFL Associates LLC, is owned by a local team consisting of managing partner Kurt Brown;...

Punta Gorda, FL · 8d

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This Fort Myers Diner Feels Like A Time Capsule Straight Out Of The 1950s

Formica tables, cozy booths, and walls covered in vintage treasures greet every hungry guest at this retro spot. Oldies play in the background while the coffee pours. It feels like someone pressed pause on 1955. The menu matters just as much as the decor. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner all run...

Fort Myers, FL · 4d

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Culver’s Opening Lehigh Acres Location Before Year’s End

Famous across America for its legendary Butterburgers and frozen custard, Culver’s has expanded to comprise more than a thousand restaurants, and its growth is continuing in the Florida market. A new Culver’s is in the works in Lehigh Acres with an expected opening before the end of the year, Jeffrey Liegel, CEO of S&L Companies, the developer behind more than 130 Culver’s locations, told What Now on Friday.

Lehigh Acres, FL · 4d