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    4.4 (166 reviews)
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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Pot roast
    Elizabeth S.

    Terrific little place. Service was fantastic, friendly and fast. We had the potential to roast and baby beef. Tender and flavorful. Maduro were cooked perfectly. If we are even back in Ft Myers definitely eat here again .

    Giant red snapper. Yummy

    Good day. Made good money at work plus $5k in Bitcoin so felt in the mood for something special. This restaurant was across the street and did not disappoint the fish did not disappoint. The tamale was different but good

    Chicharron de Calamares
    Jason F.

    I stopped by here yesterday for dinner. Our family had found el patio on Yelp and after looking at the menu decided it would be a great place to eat. We decided to place the order through the Yelp app via Grubhub and I ordered a Aji de Gallina while my wife went with the Chicharron de Calamares and my father in law the Ensalada de la Casa. We received confirmation that our food would be ready in 15-35 minutes and it was ready whenever my father in law went in to grab it right around the 35 minute mark. Whenever we got the food home, we all dug in. My dish is what you would expect from an Aji de Gallina as is was served with boiled potatoes and white rice, and garnished with black olives and a slice of hard-boiled egg. As for the taste itself, it was decent. The sauce had a mild flavor to it and my favorite part of it was the texture from the nuts. Due to the sauce everything sort of tasted the same and by the time I was done with my portion I was still wanting more food. My wife thought her calamari was decent. With that being said, it's the first time I have ever see her not finish all of the calamari on her plate. Last but not least was my father in laws salad which unfortunately came without any dressing. The bottom line for me is that I probably wouldn't stop by here again in the future. While there was nothing wrong with our food per se and I thought that the Aji de Gallina was pleasant, I do think that there is better food out there.

    Tamales
    Bruno L.

    We love Peruvian food and found this gem in Cape Coral. The ambiance is very homey and welcoming. The staff is very pleasant and polite. We had a great experience with some delicious food. The ceviche was a perfect blend of flavors with great acidity and the fresh herbs. Lomo saltado was just amazing and flavorful. The tamales was very well seasoned and delicious. Highly recommend and will definitely be back to try the other dishes and appetizers.

    Bistec Encebollado (I think this is what I ordered)
    Corey C.

    I went to Peru a month ago so I have been craving food since. While my parents were out at a doctors appointment I ordered from El Patio on Grubhub. The food was delicious. It was still hot when it arrived too. The steak came with two sides which I picked rice and salad. It was very filling. The potato appetizer was good too but I was full so I only had a couple bites. I saved the dessert for later. It was also yummy! I would definitely order from them again.

    Pescado a lo Macho / Camarones (Shrimp and yellow sauce)

    One of our favorite restaurants we tried during our stay. Great service, friendly/helpful staff, and very clean restaurant. We had Pescado A Lo Macho/Camarones (Shrimp in a delicious yellow sauce) and Tacu Tacu Ca=on Salgado De Maris (Seafood Mix over white bean/rice in a sweet soy sauce). Both dishes were fantastic. We had for dessert, Flan De Coco (Coconut Flan) which was very rich in flavor and Picarones (Fried donuts) in a homemade honey sauce with cinnamon sprinkled on . Both very good and all desserts were made in-house. Every dish was tasty and delicious. We will definitely try again.

    10/10 great flavor, lots of food for the price.  The ceviche was delicious!
    David M.

    10/10 great flavor, good service and lively ambiance! Try the Peruvian beer - Cusqueña Golden Lager

    Ordered it again and it was delicious
    Ashley C.

    Ordered it again and my mom loves it. I love el patio and I'm looking to branch out into more menu options.

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    We were in the mood for new food and different cultures food. And Genuinely the best food I've ever tried. Everything was delicious.

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    Everything.food was perfect.flavor,portions.service very friendly and smile all around and ambiencepositive and peaceful

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    Kala was so sweet and helped us order the most delicious items n the menu. Definitely will return soon

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    great customer service delicious food and reasonable prices and people are so friendly

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    The food was unique and delicious. We were greeted and seated quickly. It was a refreshing cultural experience.

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    Amazing food and service! Something for everyone from mild to extra spicy and so very flavorful.

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    Delicious food! Great service!! Tacu tacu was cooked perfectly! Great ceviche too! Vanilla flan was awesome

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    Mi Pueblito Paisa

    Mi Pueblito Paisa

    4.0
    (21 reviews)
    16.7 mi

    Food was really fantastic. Nice broad menu of authentic Colombian food. Delightful service. Highly…read morerecommend.

    What is Pueblito Paisa? According to my Columbian friend, it is literally translated to "Little…read moreVillage Paisa". This is a charming little village nestled in Medellin, Columbia. With its cobblestone streets, white church, colorful buildings, plaza and breathtaking view on the Nutibara Hill, it becomes a popular tourist attraction in Medellin! Pueblito Paisa was built in 70's to replicate a typical Antioquian Village to showcase their lifestyle and heritage! Mi Pueblito Paisa started as food truck at 4509 Lee Blvd, Lehigh Acres serving Columbian cuisine. In late 2023, they moved to FGCU's University Village. It is situated next to Tacos and Tequila Cantina. It has six inside tables and more than dozen outside tables. They serve breakfast, lunch and dinner from Tuesday to Sunday! We walked in for early dinner on Saturday. The staff is very hospitable, friendly and answered many questions we had. This location was a take-out restaurant with heavy deep-fried items. The ambiance was simple other than the huge Mi Pueblito Paisa sign with customs and hats. If you go to www. mipueblitopasia.com, or Facebook or Instagram, it still refers to the Lehigh Acres food truck location and menu. The new menu using QR code on the table was not working in my iPhone. The new menu at the University Village is greatly expanded. Their web site or social media is work in progress! I have images of some of popular Columbian dishes from home and with the help of our server, we ordered a Salchipapas, and Cazuela de Marisco with a nice Mora fruit drink! The Salchipapas, one of popular fast-food dish commonly served as street food. The Pueblito Paisa version has crunchy French Fries topped with sausage, pork belly, white cheese in condiments. The sausage and pork belly added the savory taste to the fries! The portion was huge and we took half portion home! Th Cazuela de Marisco was a seafood stew that is served with Avocado/tomato salad, coconut rice and fried plantains or tostones. This seafood stew was served with small shrimps, clams, scallops, and calamari but packed in flavor! The avocado/tomato salad with a little onion added a refreshing taste to the stew. Wife loves that coconut rice but she is not a fried plantain fan! If you like Columbian food, this is the place to visit! We'll back for more Sancocho, Bandeja and Picada!

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    Mi Pueblito Paisa in University Village
    Mi Pueblito Paisa in University Village
    Empanada de carne y pollo (Beef & Chicken)
    Empanada de carne y pollo (Beef & Chicken)
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    Sunqu Delights of Peru

    Sunqu Delights of Peru

    4.9
    (88 reviews)
    3.0 mi
    Free parking
    Outdoor seating

    OMG.....what a fabulous find !! It's a small place, on Pondella Rd. in North Fort Myers, just off…read moreHwy 41. Walking in the restaurant smells marvelous..... not a spicy smell, but more a blend of savory. The table had white paper and was decorated for Valentine's Day !! Nice touch. First time for us.... They were not very crowded for lunch and we were seated right away. Victor approached us to take our drink order. What a friendly, nice guy. I ordered the Red Sangria, ($15.00) in a big wine glass which was very tasty. I then ordered the Pulpo Al Olivo from the "starters" menu, with a side of Tostones. (Which was Octopus, sliced avocado & a terrific Kalamata Olive cream sauce. The octopus was tender and piled on slices of avocado. They didn't skim on the avocado at all. Wasn't sure why the club crackers were added to the plate. I pushed them aside at first, but then used them as they were intended..... OMG..... the crackers added a slight buttery, savory taste to compliment the Kalamata sauce. And, it was extremely tasty and plentiful. Definitely would order this again !!! My husband ordered Tallarin Huancaina Con Savana de Lomo. My best interpretation was ~ skirt steak on pasta with a spicy cream sauce !! He LOVED it !! We asked.... they provided !! We were able to buy a 16oz jar of the delicious Huanciana sauce to take home. YES...... YES..... highly recommended and we will be back again !!!

    We drove to North Fort Myers for an early Sunday dinner. The parking lot gave an impression that it…read morewas converted from a convenient store into a restaurant. Both inside and outside tables are available but we opted for inside table. There are many Christmas ornaments both inside and outside at this time of year! Nicholas greeted us with a warm welcome. He is personable, with a friendly smile. In fact, he informed me that the word, Sunqu, is a Quechua word that means "heart" and comes from the Incas. We were set up with fried plantain slices, roasted corn nut, concha, with dipping sauce. Both tasted freshly made and crunchy. It went well with my full glass of Sangria. A great way to start your meal! Wife ordered her favorite Peruvian dish, Lomo Saltado. She loved how the beef was cooked and the seasoning is perfect. I ordered the grilled octopus. It was tender and flavorful. This is a culinary experience you must try! The presentation for both dishes are colorful and artistic. In fact, I ate the flower as Nicholas told us it is edible! The chef, Oscar, ask me how I like the grilled octopus. I said, "Love it and well done". We were so full and did not try their Seven Leches cake! If you like Peruvian food, this is the place for you! Check it out for yourself. You'll not be disappointed. Five stars rating!

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    Sunqu Delights of Peru
    Sunqu Delights of Peru
    Sunqu Delights of Peru

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    Latin Grill

    Latin Grill

    4.5
    (68 reviews)
    6.5 mi
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    Ok so this place is in an industrial area but don't let that stop you from checking it out. It's…read moreclean and welcoming and the service is great. We had pupusas and baleadas and they were delicious and beautifully presented. 10/10!

    I think these may be the best Carne Asada Tacos I've ever had. Definitely the best I've had since…read moreleaving California. The staff and owners are extremely nice. The location typically draws a "Where are you taking me?" as you approach the location because you are not expecting the hidden gem of a restaurant that awaits you. The inside is very nicely done and the smiling faces invite you right in to the restaurant. Then the food comes and you are amazed. Everything I've tried has been amazing. My go to is Carne Asada Tacos. These are street tacos so I'd recommend 2-3 depending on your appetizers. Chips and Salsa are amazing. Anafre Fudido con Chorizo is also amazing. Get both as an appetizer if there are a few of you at the table. The Anafre is a version of Chips and queso that includes bean and cheese dip with chorizo served in a flaming warmer that keeps the cheese bubbling hot. I've also had the Columbian Empanadas and the Caldo de Res (Beef Soup) and both are amazing. The Caldo is a beef and vegetable soup your Mom would be proud of. It's amazing. I've been back numerous times in the short time I've known of the restaurant, I've taken my family and will continue going back as often as possible. Great place and thanks for being here in Fort Myers and being one of the top places to eat in the area in my opinion. Foodies should go to this one!

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    A Anafre Fudido
    A Anafre Fudido
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    Lavita Bistro

    Lavita Bistro

    4.2
    (29 reviews)
    14.2 mi

    I have been here twice and both times I've had a very plentiful and delicious meal. You can get a…read morevery large portion of food for cheap here, I truly wish more places like this existed. I've gotten their crispy pork belly, carnitas as well as the rotisserie chicken with rice and a side. Everything I've gotten has been great and more than enough for a couple separate meals. The gentleman who explained how everything works on my first visit was very friendly as well.

    If you drive through Lee Blvd near Gunnery Road, you'll notice there is a fresh new sign erected,…read more"Lavita Bistro" and there are many parked cars in the former David and Deborah Greenlaw's Deb Seafood in Lehigh Acres. If you think that Lavita Bistro is an Italian establishment, you are off. It is fast-casual Latin infused cuisine. The building has been vacant for some times! Owner of nearby Brasa's Steak and Grill take another spin at this spot! On a Sunday little after 5 PM, we stop by and we want to sample their food! This is a fast casual establishment; prepared foods were served for take out or you can eat in a 40+ seats dining area. We were greeted warmly! We spotted Arroz Congri (Moros Rice), Fried Rice, Ropa Vieja (shredded beef), Carne con Papas (beef stew) and Rabo Encendido (oxtail stew) in the first hot food section. Quick survey, tells us there are many other choices. But immediately, my instinct tells me, you got try your favorite oxtail! Wife was oscillating between shredded beef and beef stew. She opted for beef stew. Our drinks were simple, bottled water and a Jarrito's Mandarin drink! Both dishes were spot on and flavorful. Oxtail stew was made in a flavorful beef-tomato broth that's slow-cooked for hours until the oxtail meat is tender and fall-off-the-bone juicy. It is mouthwatering! In fact, Michael (or Mai Kor) behind the counter telling us if you don't like the food, it is free! The portions are huge! We took home the left over for lunch next day! There are ceviche, shish kabab and other Latin flavors, as well as bakery items, Gelatos, fresh fruit juices and Sandwiches available. We like the setup in the dining area. Tasteful decorated and clean but only have a small short artistic waste container. Probably need one or two fairly large waste containers to accommodate possible 40+ customers. This is 4.5 stars upping to 5 stars! Definitely will be back. I just texted my friend, see you at Lavita for lunch, on Tuesday!

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    Patrons coming in!
    Fettuccine pasta bowl with vodka sauce and added grilled chicken
    Fettuccine pasta bowl with vodka sauce and added grilled chicken
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    El Patio - peruvian - Updated August 2026

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