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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 · 2d

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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 · 2d

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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 · 1d

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5 Best Italian Restaurants in Cape Coral, Florida that Will Make You Feel Like You’re in Rome

Cape Coral, Florida — a city where the sun glances off a thousand canals, where pastel houses line the water’s edge and the scent of salt mingles with the perfume of jasmine and basil. Here, neighbors wave from porches, fishermen cast lines at dawn, and the laughter of children echoes through palm-shaded parks. Cape Coral is a tapestry of newcomers and old souls, of snowbirds and sun-chasers, of families who gather for Sunday feasts and friends who linger over espresso as the day fades.

Cape Coral, FL · 1d

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List of Charlotte County, Florida, Restaurants With Most Health Violations in October 2026

State records showed that the Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation conducted inspections at 71 restaurants in Charlotte County in the last 30 days. The good news is that 54 establishments passed on their first visit.

Charlotte County, FL · 17h

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Entrees Caribbean Pot Plans New Location in North Fort Myers

Entrees Caribbean Pot is planning a new restaurant in North Fort Myers, Florida, bringing Caribbean-inspired cuisine to the area. The proposed establishment is planned for 4521 Bayshore Road, North Fort Myers, FL 33917. According to records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation, an application for Entrees Caribbean Pot was filed on November 6, 2026. The project is currently listed as in process under the agency’s plan review and initial review category.

North Fort Myers, FL · 12h

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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 · 1d

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Lehigh Acres lot that lost food trucks to zoning rules could become food truck plaza

LEHIGH ACRES, Fla. — A vacant lot on Lee Boulevard in Lehigh Acres, once home to food trucks, may soon be transformed into a food truck plaza as developers prepare to meet with county officials next week to present their plans. "Here, in Lehigh, we've had it for four...

Lehigh Acres, FL · 7h

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Naples Winter Wine Festival Unveils Bentley, Burgundy Château for 2027 Auction

The Naples Winter Wine Festival has unveiled the first batch of live auction lots for its 2027 event, a lineup that includes a limited-edition Bentley, a private château stay in Burgundy and a four-day trip to the Cannes Film Festival. The festival returns to The Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburón on January 29-31, 2027, with proceeds again benefiting the Naples Children Foundation and its work supporting vulnerable children in Collier County.

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 · 2d

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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 · 1d

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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 · 2d

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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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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 · 7d

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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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2027 Naples Winter Wine Festival Unveils Exclusive Live Auction Lots

Extraordinary Experiences and Amazing Wines Take Center Stage as. 2027 Naples Winter Wine Festival Unveils Exclusive Live Auction Lots. Among the unique, one-of-a-kind auction lot offerings are seven nights of luxurious private villa living in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic; a brand new 2027 Bentley Supersports with Mulliner configuration; four unforgettable nights with exclusive private use of the historic Château de la Crée in beautiful Burgundy, France; and a nine-night unforgettable exploration of Thailand and Cambodia’s ancient kingdoms, vibrant cities and extraordinary culinary experiences.

Naples, FL · 1d

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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 · 2d

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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 · 9d

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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