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    Junkanoo Below Deck

    3.5 (431 reviews)
    ModerateAmerican, Bars, Seafood
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:30 pm

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    JUNKANOO BELOW DECK ATMOSPHERE

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    Loud
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Blackened chicken Caesar wrap with sweet potato fries
    Jacki B.

    Junkanoo was the perfect location for lunch before our dolphin tour. It's located right on the same dock, and we were able to bring our drinks on the boat. I had the blacked chicken Caesar wrap with sweet potato fries. Everything was served hot and fresh, and I really enjoyed it! My son had the kids Mac and cheese. Hate paying $8 for Kraft, but he enjoyed it. Our group also had the coconut shrimp and white fish sandwich. Portion sizes were large enough for leftovers, too. Service was relaxed, so not great if you're in a rush, but we had a nice lunch and can't beat being right on the water.

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    Andrea E.

    Great afternoon lunch with a beautiful view of the marina at Junkanoo's. Our server, Rey was so friendly. Our pizzas were tasty and my son's burger was huge.

    Patty melt
    Carol S.

    We drove into Fort Meyers beach and had no idea where to eat. Junkanoo showed us it was the closest restaurant where we were so we gave it a try. It's outside. Under umbrellas. A really pretty spot. I ordered a patty melt and my husband ordered a hamburger. Everything was delicious! A good find

    Coconut shrimp
    Bill K.

    Four stars for the ambience and three stars for the food. First time to their new location after the old place was destroyed on Fort Myers Beach. We loved the ambience of the old place as it was classic old style Fort Myers Beach. The new location is on the other side of the island And offers very nice patio views of the marina and the boats that come and go for lunch as well as for tours. We had coconut shrimp as an appetizer and a chicken sandwich wrap. The out of the box coconut shrimp were OK but not nearly as good as the homemade ones at coconut jacks. The chicken sandwich wrap was also OK but nothing to get excited about. The new location is all about the location and it was a very pleasant lunch experience to sit on the deck under an umbrella with a nice breeze and enjoy the boat traffic. Enrique our server was outstanding.

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    Stephanie S.

    Not super impressed. Took us quite a while to put in our order and get food (they were fairly busy, though). We told the server that we had a boat ride scheduled in 30 minutes and she assured us that was plenty of time to get nachos out to us. Notsomuch. They came with about 6 minutes to spare, so we inhaled them. They were cold and soggy, as if they had been sitting around for quite some time before being served. I asked for one more little container of sour cream (each had about 1 tablespoon sour cream, and only 1 container came with the nachos), and she let us know it costs an extra $1 and won't come out any time soon. Uh...ok, then never mind. The server was nice enough, but she was also the bartender and had a lot going on. I will say that their 32 oz drink bucket was very good and worth the price. The view was outstanding. This place wasn't terrible, but I wouldn't make an effort to return.

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    Lesli S.

    Located in the Snook Bight marina area just behind Publix. Very convenient/easy/free parking. Went midday & enjoyed the ambiance. Feels like vacation. Nice sitting by the water watching boats come in & out. Several boats full of people tried to dock for lunch but it was full so beware if u expect to arrive by boat that docking is limited. Have corn hole, which was fun. Seating options r bar or tables - we chose a table. Server was difficult to understand due to thick accent, but very nice & attentive. Menu is generic Sysco bar food. Don't expect gluten free options or knowledge from staff on food ingredients. Burgers, tacos on flour tortillas, pizza. They do have a gf pizza option, but didn't try that. Burger was meh. Fries r the battered type. Patty melt was good. Truffle fry upgrade not worth it. Their food is no worse than other fmb lunch places, but If they could improve their food quality, it would make a huge difference. We would return due to location, convenience & generally relaxed vibe, but might just go for drinks.

    Janice J.

    I wish as I write this review I could remember our servers name. I think Miguel but not sure. He was hilarious! A great seller and just easy to talk to even though I mis understood him and thought the drink bucket was $50 instead of the normal $15. It was delicious too and like he said more economical than my husband and I to order separate cocktails. We enjoyed the beginning of happy hour and ordered off that menu. The spicy shrimp was tasty but could use some more sauce. Grouper bites were good and the serving of fries was huge. We came by boat and ate by the water. Fun casual atmosphere.

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    Nancy E.

    We were told about this place from a person staying at our resort. Glad they did. It was really good! I ordered the fried white fish sandwich with fries. My husband ordered the grilled white fish sandwich with fries. Both were really tasty. For dessert we got the key lime pie. We hope to go back here while we are vacationing in the area.

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    Had a great meal with great service. Fish was fresh and portions were huge. Highly recommend.

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    5 months ago

    Amazing food get the calamari and grouper bites app, great location, staff were excellent and definitely check it out!

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    6 months ago

    We always have a lot of fun here! Great food and drinks. Sometimes it has a little bit of wait but it's ok

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    6 months ago

    Amazing fun place! Great outdoor atmosphere. Within walking distance of many nearby condos.

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    9 months ago

    Food is classic American food you want to Florida. Service is wonderful, they are always on top of it! Ambiance is great for family!

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    9 months ago

    Ordered a hamburger, cooked so long it was tough and dry. Service was perfect. The ambiance was good. Wouldn't order the hamburger again.

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    The whole staff are friendly and knowledgeable about the restaurant and drink menu. Great place

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    Dixie Fish Company

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    (1.1k reviews)
    2.5 mi
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    Love this place! I'm surprised I have not wrote review till now…read more Wonderful location, open air and water view - doesn't get any better than this. Excellent selection of beers on tap - had local amber IPA and wheat beers - perfectly weather appropriate and refreshing. Never had clam chowder there before - it was very good. Denser than I would like, but still perfectly on point in terms of taste. Had shrimp tacos as my main course - superb. Excellent service - prompt, friendly, attentive, with a smile. Most highly recommended.

    If you're looking for waterfront dining with serious Key West vibes, Dixie Fish Co. is definitely…read morethe spot. It's laid-back, breezy, and has that quintessential Florida waterfront atmosphere that makes you want to stay for one more drink... and probably one more round of food. We started with the fish dip and oysters. Everything tasted fresh and flavorful. For my drink, I went with the coconut piña coladaz. It was absolutely delicious .. frozen, creamy, tropical, and incredibly refreshing. Basically vacation in a glass. For my main, I ordered the coconut crusted grouper tacos, because apparently I wasn't done with the coconut theme yet. The grouper was delicious, and the coconut crust added the perfect touch of flavor and texture. Everyone else at the table was equally happy with their choices. My brother got the whole fried snapper, which he shared with his wife, and they both loved it. My sister ordered the fish and chips, which she also absolutely raved about. Overall, Dixie Fish Co. checks all the boxes.

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    Smokin' Oyster Brewery

    4.1
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    2.5 mi
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    My family was looking for a few things when we decided on Smokin' Oyster Brewery: great food, an…read moreopen and inviting atmosphere, convenient parking, and, of course, fresh seafood. S.O.B. delivered on every one of them! We sampled several items from the menu, but the bucket of crab legs and the Low Country Boil absolutely stole the show. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and exactly what we were hoping for. The service was outstanding from start to finish. One thing that always stands out to me is when the management team is actively working the dining room. It shows they care about the guest experience, attention to detail, and the quality of what they're serving. And don't leave without trying the Key Lime Pie--it was the perfect finish to an excellent meal. We'll definitely be back the next time we're in town. Highly recommend!

    We ordered the Oyster Rock-a-fella, Uncle Vinny's oysters, and the key lime pie…read more The Oyster Rock-a-fella were excellent -- well prepared, flavorful, and exactly what you'd hope for. They were easily one of the highlights of the meal. Uncle Vinny's oysters were a bit unexpected. They carried a noticeable Italian-style flavor that wasn't obvious from the ingredient list. While it wasn't quite what I anticipated, I can see them being a great option for someone who enjoys that flavor profile. The standout for me, though, was the key lime pie. It's award-winning for a reason. No artificial colors or gimmicks -- just a well-balanced pie with a delicious nut-infused crust. It was easily the best thing we ordered. The decor is casual and laid-back, though when we visited it was fairly cold inside and there didn't seem to be much heating, which took away from the overall comfort of the experience. Overall, a solid stop with some standout dishes, especially if you're in the mood for oysters and classic Florida flavors.

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    Cōste Island Cuisine

    4.3
    (156 reviews)
    1.9 mi
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    Not typically a fan of eating in hotels, but when i saw their menu online, i knew we had to go…read morethere......Zack was our server, super friendly, attentive without being invasive. cocktails were delicious, handcrafted and unique. for our appetizer we chose to share the ahi tuna crips; MMMMM.....rare fresh tuna in crispy wonton skins with avocado, spicy mayo & sweet soy glaze. Ordered the roasted beet salad for my next course; i have NEVER had a beet salad served warm, but i can't imagine eating it any other way. red & gold roasted beets, warm, topped with arugula in a citrus vinaigrette, sprinkled with goat cheese. for dinner i selected the n.y. strip special, cooked perfectly rare, served with pan sauteed mushrooms, spinach and creamer potatoes. we also had the cioppino; a crock of fresh seafood & shellfish in a rich tomato broth. i thought it should have been served with some bread to mop up all that delicious broth. learned later that it should have been served with grilled crostini, according to the menu, but the kitchen neglected that detail. that would be my ONLY complaint. otherwise, it was a special dinner, beautiful restaurant with lovely views. would HIGHLY recommend this place to anyone looking for a wonderful night out with plenty of delicious food & excellent service.

    My wife and I ate here last night. We went there because their website says they have lots of…read moregluten free options. When we got there, I noticed that several of the items on the menu that had been gluten free no longer were (their "GF" labels were whited-out). The miso salmon was labeled as GF and we double checked. We were assured that it was. When it was served I was eating it and decided to double check since miso normally has soy sauce. The manager came by and we asked him. He said it was good, but that he would check with the chef. The head chef wasn't there, but the sous chef gave note to the manager. The manager insisted that it was okay. He never said that gluten-free soy sauce was used. I'm pretty sure it's not, because I'm sick today. Frankly I'd skip this place next time, although the ambiance and views are stunning, and the wait staff was very attentive.

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    Snug Harbor Waterfront Restaurant

    Snug Harbor Waterfront Restaurant

    4.2
    (215 reviews)
    2.6 mi
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    Snug Harbor is one of our favorite spots on Fort Myers Beach. The fresh catch specials are…read moreconsistently outstanding--always fresh, perfectly prepared, and something we look forward to every visit. The waterfront views are beautiful and create the perfect backdrop for a relaxing meal. The service is always friendly, attentive, and welcoming, making every visit feel special. We also love the casual, inviting beach atmosphere that captures everything great about dining on the island. The drinks are excellent, the prices are very reasonable, and the overall value is hard to beat. Whether you're a local or visiting Fort Myers Beach, Snug Harbor is a must-visit for great seafood, great views, and a laid-back Florida vibe. We always leave looking forward to our next visit!

    Tried this place twice during our week long trip. First time was Sat night around 8pm. Took our…read moreserver a very long time to take our order, but he said they gave him a bunch of tables to close out and he apologized and was very sweet, so all good. Mahi was dry as a bone (overcooked) and flavorless. Supposed to come with blue crab pico de gallo but just had dry crab, no Pico. Second try was for lunch around 11:30 on Wednesday. Older lady seating us said we had our pick of tables and said we could sit by water. She led us to seating by water and said choose a table. I was trying to put space between the other full tables so asked if we could sit at a bigger table and she was extremely gruff about it. She said "no! those are 5 tops you can have a 4 top." Well then why did you tell us to choose?! Bad vibes from her right away. Got the mahi sandwich and it was overcooked again, and the bun was completely disintegrated it was so soggy. Definitely not going back. Many better restaurants with much nicer people within walking distance.

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    The Whale

    The Whale

    3.9
    (497 reviews)
    2.3 mi
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    Best chicken tenders on FMB! I was genuinely blown away by everything! The customer service, the…read moreatmosphere, and of course the chicken tenders. We sat outside with our dog, and the staff couldn't have been more welcoming and attentive to both our family and our pup. A special shoutout to Devin, our server, who was absolutely amazing. Even on a busy Friday evening, he made sure we had everything we needed and went above and beyond to make our experience great. Friendly service, delicious food, and a perfect dog-friendly outdoor patio--I'll definitely be back!

    I rarely leave negative reviews, but our experience at The Whale in Fort Myers was shocking and…read morecompletely unacceptable. I was visiting with my bachelorette party when the husband of a woman sitting at a table offered us their table as they were leaving. Before sitting down, we specifically asked if it was okay, and were told yes. After we sat down, we politely mentioned that they had left some cups on the table. The woman, who we later learned was the owner, immediately became rude and confrontational. The situation escalated quickly. She began yelling at us in front of other customers and told us we needed to leave. To make matters even worse, as we left she was leaving on her golf cart and she yelled at us to "never come back." I have never been treated so poorly by a business owner. What should have been a fun celebration with friends turned into an embarrassing and upsetting experience that nearly brought me to tears. There was no reason for the hostility or the way we were spoken to. The rest of the staff and management was very kind after the incident. Customer service starts at the top, and unfortunately this experience reflected the opposite of hospitality and professionalism. We will never return and will be sharing our experience with others planning a trip to Fort Myers so they can make an informed decision about where to spend their time and money.

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