Today was a super gloomy day and it almost looked like it was going to snow lol! Dave suggested…read morethat we head out to Matlacha and Pine Island and have a late breakfast at the Pine Island Getaway Cafe. Great idea! We love supporting our local community as it is still recovering from Hurricane Ian. We crossed the bridge towards St. James City and towards the Cafe. It was bustling and it looks like a lot of snow birds have found this hidden gem. Everything is homemade and baked there. We ordered our usual- Scrambled eggs piled high on a Croissant with bacon and cheese. A delicious crispy concoction that keeps us coming back! Not to mention the fresh ground coffee and the little patio outside overlooking a peaceful lake. We ate our sandwiches outside in the cool beautiful breezy weather. The sandwich is so yummy and you need a fork and knife to cut through the delicate croissant. Then off we go to our favorite little Publix on Pine Island to grocery shop. A lovely way to begin our day!

Incredible. Got a coffee and some desserts. The cream puff blew my mind. Will be gettin pot pie and…read moreFrench onion soup for sure next time.

Driving through the lazy town of Bokeelia, was this Cuban family owned bakery & coffe shop. Very…read morecozy inside with retro style chairs. Definitely felt a sense of old town Cuba with photos plastered on the walls. Met with the barista who made me a cortadito from the stainless steel expresso machine. The coffee was strong and added sugar from the kiosk. The oversized chocolate eclairs and muffins were inviting, but we were on our way to lunch in Fort Myers. The owner introduced himself and had a brief discussion. The back patio had a wooden bar top with stools and a lacquered dominoes table across from a large Cositas food truck for catering. The gender neutral bathroom was clean with large tile flooring and a circle wall mirror with a black rim.

We vacationed in the area and, once we found Cositas, we were there three times in four days! Very…read morecute little shop right on Stringfellow Road. They have tables indoors and out, as well as several different menus. At the first visit we had delicious, succulent Cuban sandwiches and coffees: Iced caramel macchiato for me and Cuban coffee for hubby. The next day we got delicious pastries as a hostess gift for family we were visiting. They had all flavors: guava, coconut, chocolate, vanilla, etc. Everything was delicious without being overly sweet. On our third visit we had Cuban breakfast sandwiches (egg, ham & cheese on Cuban bread) and more of their delicious coffee. This is one restaurant we'll miss upon returning home.

Everything is great but my favorites are the Floridian omelet, shrimp & grits and the breakfast…read morewrap. Yumm. This place is awesome.

The service was great. We ordered lunch. It seemed most people order breakfast. It was nice to have…read moreboth menus available to order from. I had the BLT with cucumber salad, which was good. It's a nice option if hungry and the Blue Dog Bar and Grill is closed.

This place is the heart of Matlacha. It's a central meeting place for locals, visitors and…read moresnowbirds alike. Staff is incredibly kind, compassionate and courteous. The food is fun, because there's a little something for everyone. Yet the staff is kind, thoughtful and relaxed enough to make accommodations. That's rare these days. Parking may be tight, but it would be silly to rely on your car in Matlacha. There is a gorgeous park nearby with a large pier and plenty of parking. From there, the Perfect Cup is a short walk and ideal mental reset to transport anyone that visits Matlacha into the prophetic and elusive "Island Time." The bubbly and enlivening environment is enough to recharge you for a play day in Matlacha. It is inspiring to see how much this small community of even smaller business manage to survive and thrive all along a 1000' strip of delightfully walkable roadway. I encourage everyone to take advantage of the honor and privilege it is to walk through the doors of places still standing in Matlacha.

I want to share my deep disappointment regarding my experience at your restaurant. We waited over…read morean hour to be seated, only to watch multiple parties of two walk in and be seated within 15 minutes, while our party of three was ignored. In my opinion , a well-managed restaurant would offer to accommodate a party at a smaller table or provide updates to improve the situation. Furthermore, my husband is handicapped, and while we were not seeking special treatment or free items, it was upsetting to see our place in line disregarded so blatantly while other tables were prioritized ahead of us. While the food was acceptable, it did not justify the long wait or the unfair seating system. I hope you take this feedback seriously to ensure other guests do not have a similar experience. I won't recommend anyone to this restaurant and one of your signs says what happens here we talk all week! I WANT TO TELL YOU THAT WHAT HAPPENED THERE WE WILL TALK ABOUT IT FOR A LONG TIME, AND MANY OTHERS WILL READ IT!!!

Such a hidden gem if you are on pine island! We were recommended Island Girl food truck by Mikes…read morefarm stand which we stumbled upon during our quest to find the islands best mangoes. So happy to have found this place for lunch. Perfect location to watch birds fishing and enjoy the weather. The food was excellent and so was the service. You order at the counter and they will bring you food to the tiki hut overlooking the water. We ordered a Philly, Rueben, burger and fries. Everyone loved their food. My favorite was the Philly. The fries were huge and were so incredibly tasty. I heard the owner might be opening a restaurant soon. Hoping to check it out or return here next time I visit Pine Island !

Absolute hidden gem, and I'm delighted I didn't realize it is essentially a food truck with a cool…read moreTiki-themed seating area right on the water, when I suggested it to my wife. We wanted to explore Pine Island and came across their excellent Google reviews. As we were driving in, I began to worry that the hours listed on Google for their location were incorrect. But we went all the way to the end of the dark Marina tonight, and there it was! We ordered the Crabby fries, the Smashburger in the Pastrami Reuben. One of the reasons I think their food is so delicious is that they make many items in-house, such as the amazing queso that came with the fries (which might have been the best fries I've ever had- no exaggeration). They prepare the fries in a unique way that doesn't involve deep-frying them, unlike most places. They also smoke their pastrami, and the Pastrami Reuben sandwich was also delicious. We also both enjoyed the Smashburger. An upgrade to bun might be worthwhile, but it was damn tasty. We also had a lovely chat with one of the managers?, Matthew. He was super knowledgeable and clearly passionate about the restaurant. It was dark when we went, but I'm sure it's a beautiful view of the water and the marina during the day. We'll be back to try the wings and some other menu items. Visit them soon, you won't be disappointed!

Enjoyed a great early evening lunch/dinner. The staff was amazing and very attentive. Food just…read moreas wonderful. More than amazing was the bar back. He made sure he took care of the bar and was super pleasant to the customers. The day is 8/22and the time was 3:30 pm. Good job everyone!!

It was my first time there. Went with a date. I live 45 min away and have been to a few tiki bar…read morerestaurants in my area in SW Florida, and this one was the best. Love this place. We sat on the swings at the bar which were fun. Next time we will try the patio in the evening for a romantic dinner. They have a small gift shop. Bought one of those glasses and a coffee mug with their cool pic on it. They have free Valet parking. Please tip the guy. They also had music bingo when we were there on a Monday for lunch. I think they do it twice a week. I wish the place would be closer to my house. I would be there all the time. They have a very large bar. I would like to see more familiar items on the menu. You have to go there. It's on the water. Several small buildings with gift shops on the same street, we didn't have time to stop in there. We'll do it next time. Can't wait to go back for dinner

This is a wonderful addition to the Pine Island restaurant roster. The food is classically Cuban…read morewith wonderful authentic taste. The decor is just so so as it is an old Dairy Queen. But we took our food home and it was fantastic. My husband had a Cubano Media Noche pressed sandwich. I had their shredded beef bowl, which is the Ropa Vieja with Rice and Black Beans. They also sell Malta and other drinks to complement Cuban food. They definitely have a coffee selection as well. The wait time was very quick and so the service was very good.

A fast-casual Caribbean-flavored restaurant (with a drive-thru!) opened in the former Dairy Queen…read morelocation on Stringfellow Road in St. James City. Picture churrasco (grilled steak) with chimichurri, Cuban sandwiches, burgers, stuffed potatoes and grilled chicken bowls and you'll be on the right track. Everything is homemade, including the guava and cheese pastelitos and empanadas we got on the go and inhaled in the car. Breakfast (with Cuban toast, ham & cheese sandwiches and croissants, fried and scrambled eggs dishes) is available 7-10:30 a.m. beginning Sept. 9. Open 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday to Sunday. 10493 Stringfellow Road, St. James City, (239) 282-0168, follow on Facebook.

Matlacha Specialty Market is an adorable little store in Matlacha. The store is quaint and…read moreupscale....it almost seems out of place in the small fishing village. It is however, the place to go to get any gourmet food or snack you could think of: Cheese, salmon, dips, spreads, crackers, etc. At first glance, the store looks a bit small. There is also a large back room with clothing, knick knacks, souvenirs, and even more food. The owners were lovely. They helped my son who ran back and forth several tunes for snacks. Most of all we will be indebted to the owner for recommending what has become our favorite brand of pretzels, Dots. Now we buy Dots Pretzels by the pound online. So if you are looking for a little treat or souvenir when staying in Matlacha, make sure to stop at the Specialty Market.

Stopped in for the first time on 12/9/17. Great selection of specialty foods for the chef at home…read more Also a full selection of beer and reasonably priced quality wines. Common items are also available. Wide selection of cheeses, meats and great snaking food for entertaining and parties. Owners are helpful and fun to talk to. I'll be back.

Useful shop with basic necessities. reviewing mostly in order to share photos of what they had on…read morethe shelves.

From the owner: Come explore the local island market! Featuring your grocery, beach, and household essentials and…read moremany charming local handmade souvenirs. We are also serving up delicious ice cream cones and a full coffee bar. Freshly renovated since Hurricane Ian and proudly locally owned and managed.

Circle K is at the first and only major intersection as you're coming on to Pine Island. Things…read morehave improved since Michael S wrote his review in 2010 - there is a Publix, Winn-Dixie and even a competing 7-Eleven a block away. Traffic has increased since then too! This is quite the well stocked Circle K with the usual snacks and drinks plus gas pumps outside with Shell products. The restroom was mostly clean and accessible. The gals behind the counter were wearing their masks, mostly. The store has a large "beer cave" with more than enough of whatever it is that you're drinking while you enjoy the island. [Review 16754 overall - 1481 in Florida - 267 of 2022.]

There are a few stores on Pine Island and this one was close to our motel. Very well-stocked store…read morewith everything from bait to beer. Excellent staff as well. Lots of boaters and RVers use the store's location on their way to Bokeelia or St. James. My friend found a nice Chardonnay here, surprising for convenience stores.