The Beaches of Fort Myers & Sanibel has redefined romantic dining. Candlelight? Linen? Seductive music? Okay, we’ve got all that – plus blazing sunsets, dinner cruises, castaway islands, historic inns and all those oysters! If you’re looking for the best romantic dining and imbibing, be sure to check out these top spots:
Sexy Sips
Head to Hotel Indigo in downtown Fort Myers for rooftop cocktails and Caloosahatchee River views nine stories high at Phi in the Sky. Sip caramel apple martinis at the casually elegant H2 Downtown Bistro nearby, or go for a classic martini at Cape Coral’s Pearl Lounge, a trendy restaurant, sushi bar and nightspot.
Nature’s Aphrodisiacs
Indulge in oysters and Peruvian ceviche from Tarpon Bay Restaurant’s raw bar at Hyatt Regency Coconut Point in Bonita Springs. Blue Pointe Oyster Bar & Seafood Grill in Fort Myers and Timbers Restaurant on Sanibel Island also serve up “sliders” fresh and chilly. With two locations in Fort Myers, BluSushi is the place for sharing your passion for seafood in the raw.
Historic Charm
Dine in the past (and spend the night if the mood moves you) at gracious Gasparilla Inn & Club in Boca Grande. Cabbage Key Inn, on its own little island, is another romantic place to step back in time together – indulge in an Old Florida-style dinner or spend a few days away from civilization. For a sophisticated night out, try The Veranda in downtown Fort Myers.
Boating Heaven
Sail into the sunset for dinner aboard a 100-foot luxury yacht at Sanibel Harbour Marriott Resort & Spa in Fort Myers. Catch the Captiva Cruises excursion for lunch at the historic Collier Inn & Cottages on Useppa Island, or book a J.C. Cruises luncheon river tour departing from the downtown Fort Myers Yacht Basin.
Waterside Woo
Victorian splendor and sunset panorama dictate Thistle Lodge’s amorous inclination at Casa Ybel Resort on Sanibel Island. Couples can dine with a view at The Mad Hatter on Sanibel Island and Chloe’s (at Diamondhead Beach Resort) or Bayfront Bistro on Fort Myers Beach. In Cape Coral, The Resort at MarinaVillage features two great spots for cocktails and dinner on the water: Marker 92 Waterfront Bar & Bistro and The Nauti Mermaid Dockside Bar & Grill.
Dinner & Dancing
Hot jazz and cool martinis: Ellington’s Jazz Club & Restaurant on Sanibel Island has both, plus food that hits all the high notes. In Fort Myers, Biddle’s Restaurant & Piano Bar draws diners out on the floor with music that feet can’t resist.
That’s Entertainment
Get into the murder-mystery dinner act aboard Seminole Gulf Railway in Fort Myers. At Beach Theater in Fort Myers Beach, you can enjoy both dinner and a movie in one spot. Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre in Fort Myers serves up tasty musicals and flavorsome buffets.
Sweets for Sweethearts
Rev up the love factor with decadent Bubble Room cake on Captiva Island – the red velvet is a favorite and sliced generous enough to share. For take-home tropical treats, shop for “love” truffles at Norman Love Confections in Fort Myers or Queenie’s Ice Cream (mango or toasted coconut, perhaps?), sold at shops on Sanibel and Captiva.
Breakfast a Deux
Continue the romance in the morning with fine coffee and fresh European pastries at the new Poco Loco on Sanibel Island. Other faves for couples breakfasting: Lighthouse Café on Sanibel Island, the waterfront Gulfshore Grill on Fort Myers Beach and 3rd Street Café in downtown Boca Grande.
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