Fort Myers Dining Options for Every Taste

Sandpiper Gulf Resort is conveniently located near many of the best Fort Myers Beach restaurants and bars. Whether you want to order in and dine on your private balcony or make a reservation at a waterfront restaurant, Fort Myers has a wide range of places to eat that will please everyone in your group. Plan your next date night, family outing or take-out order with some of our top Fort Myers Beach restaurant picks. For more on the inside scoop, ask the front desk for additional local recommendations and favorites! 

Bayfront Bistro

Enjoy a beautiful seafood or steak dish while dining on the bay at Bayfront Bistro. Arrive by way of land or water and relax on the outdoor patio for lunch, dinner or weekend brunch. 

Heavenly Biscuit 

For cinnamon rolls and biscuits worth the wait, head to Heavenly Biscuit. Set in a charming beach cottage, this iconic Fort Myers Beach spot is the perfect place to start the day with made-to-order goodies. 

Shucker's at The Gulfshore and The Cottage Bar

One of the oldest restaurants on Fort Myers Beach, The Cottage Beach Bar & Gulfshore Grill started out as a casino and bathhouse in the 1920s and has evolved into one of the top restaurants in the area. The restaurant is known for its open-air dining, lively atmosphere and expansive menu featuring breakfast, lunch, dinner and late-night food! 

Pinchers Beach Bar & Grill

Since 1997, Pinchers has operated with a simple mission – local fishermen fishing local waters for a local restaurant. The colorful interior and fresh seafood makes Pinchers the perfect restaurant for a beach vacation. 

Fresh Catch Bistro

Indulge in a great wine, fine bourbon or scotch, a raw bar, steaks and of course, local seafood. Fresh Catch Bistro offers outdoor dining, and the views of the Gulf are unbeatable! 

Prefer to cook your own breakfast, lunch or dinner? Guests at Sandpiper enjoy kitchenettes in every room, plus complimentary access to outdoor barbeque grills. Pick up some groceries at Publix, just a few minutes away from the resort!

Dining Discounts at The Pink Shell Beach Resort & Marina

As a guest at Sandpiper, you can enjoy exclusive discounts and perks at the restaurants at our sister resort, Pink Shell Beach Resort & Marina, which include Bongo’s Beach Bar & Grill and Rae’s Real Italian. Not to mention, you also have access to other amenities at Pink Shell, including kayak and paddleboard rentals, private beach access, beach chairs and umbrellas and more! 

The Pink Shell is just a trolley ride away from Sandpiper, and when you dine at the resort, you can have your trolley fare validated. Click Here to view the Fort Myers Beach Trolley Schedule. To make your experience even more seamless, you can even charge your meal at Rae’s or Bongo’s back to your room at the Sandpiper. And for each adult meal purchased…kids eat FREE!

Bongo’s Bar and Grill

One of the top-rated restaurants on TripAdvisor, Bongo’s Bar and Grill at the Pink Shell Resort features a refreshing tropical drink menu, along with a full lunch and dinner menu served daily. A casual beach atmosphere and fire pits make this a fun place to visit any day of the week. 

Rae’s Real Italian

Expect waterfront views and delicious Italian fare from Rae’s Real Italian at the Pink Shell Resort. The Fort Myers Beach restaurant serves dinner 7 days a week with the best views in town! Family-style dishes, pizzas, fresh seafood and steaks along with a tasteful wine menu...Rae’s will have you exclaiming “delizioso!”

*Kids 12 and under eat free when ordering from the Kid’s  Menu. One free kids meal with every adult meal purchased. Sandpiper guests must show wristband to receive discounts and trolley validation.