The primavera risotto was amazing! I added grilled mahi and it…read morewas honestly one of the best meals I have eaten!

We came to the Keylime Bistro to get one thing- Key Lime Pie, of course!!…read more Honestly, it was quite expensive. $10 per pierce- buttt when we saw the size of the slices, you at least get a bang for your buck. We also just walked in after dinner one evening and one of the servers got us rang up and got our dessert pretty quickly which was nice. The key lime was lovely. It was the right amount of tart, along with the whipped cream and some tart raspberry /lime syrup and it was a splendid combination. It was the perfect dessert to enjoy after a nice beach day and staying in paradise on Captiva. Can't speak for the actual food but the restaurant is super adorable and has half indoor and half outdoor seating and it's really nice. Plus, great key lime pie!

Amazed at how well progress has been made here since the hurricane almost 3 years ago. So worth the…read moretrip of season that is.. The atmosphere alone is worth the trip, it will blow your mind. The service is adorable with their "bubble Scouts "giving you some history of the building and the number of floors to view once your meal is done.. so beautiful so nostalgic so fun a trip back in time. I had the McTirk ( named after Kirk Douglas and Steve, McQueen), a delicious turkey, provolone, bacon, pepper, jelly, basil, mayo, deliciousness wrap. Holy heck, it was so good!! Head on the road early so you're here right when they open up.. the traffic getting on the island can be overwhelmingly, slow, and even standing still.

Been coming here for over 30 years and it's always been outstanding…read more We were in fortmyers for a celebration of life so we stayed an extra day to come here it's a bit of a drive but usually worth it. The food was still amazing and the place looks the same with minor changes since the storm. The disappointment here is the front end. They hired a very childish boy as a hostess. Flamey and rude. Very dramatic and rather than trying to help people ( such as locating a restroom) he spews a very long story about where it is instead of pointing to it two feet away. He was talking and laughing about a customer when I came out. I presume me I only needed to wash my hands. He's lucky I didn't tell him off but I didn't want to let him ruin our evening and have my husband hear. He's ( Anthony) a little punk though.

This is by far my favorite place to have dinner on Captiva Island. The food is excellent and the…read moreService is wonderful. We went twice in one week.!

Good experience overall, good quality was high. Service was pleasant, it's only wine & beer so be…read moresure to factor that in to your plans. Volcano Scallops are very original, would recommend

Ambiance was excellent. Service was also excellent. However, the kitchen needs some work. You don't…read morewant to spend $70 on a steak to have it cooked all the way through.

What a miss. So stale and boring. An amazing location with great history yet this redesign…read morescreams Hampton Inn Hotel lobby. Who designed this? Just take the cues from the island surf store next to Starbucks. The lack of character of Harborside is really disappointing. What part of Captiva or resort marina equals a mirrored brick bar? Service and drinks are fine I just wish some thought was giving to ambiance.

Before I get into the entrees that were great, let me first acknowledge MARK our server. The four…read moreof us were here 4/21/26 on Table 105/1 for Lunch. MARK was very professional, personable, brought everything over in a timely manner, helpful with the menu choices and a great sense of humor. He's a great asset to the restaurant. Once again, thanks Mark! Great talking with you as well...... Doc Ford's is always great over the many years and comfortable sitting outside on the patio. We all enjoyed everything we had. Will be more descriptive later but wanted to get this review on time as I promised it to be.

Got takeout from here our first night. Really great quality especially for takeout. The restaurant…read morewas incredibly busy and yet our food was ready when we arrived 15-20 minutes after ordering. Very nice and welcoming staff. We hope to return to dine in before leaving. We got the wings, peel shrimp, tropical salad, and the tuna appetizer. All were incredible in taste, held up great, perfect portions, and nice presentation!

Excellent location vibe and tropical feel. Only issue is goofy 3 percent fee if using credit cardread more

Searched for a dive bar as they are, in fact, my first love. Mostly Locals at this cool little…read morejoint . Everybody seems to know each other or at least the bartender knows many of them. Actually , nice local guy bought us each a beer just for chit-chatting with him. They Have No food on the menu so come here with only your thirst!! The place is open air and it's kind of dusty, dirty and dingy. I'd probably stick with the bottled beer and stay away from drafts as I'm doubting the glasses or the beer lines are cleaned out very often. It's a decent place for an afternoon beer or some good old fashioned day drinking but be warned, there isn't anything here that's fancy. I enjoyed my visit.

My server Jenna was amazing. Great personality, kind and welcoming. Food was great and the…read morecustomer service was top notch!!!

We are vacationing with a group of 10 on North Captiva Island, and decided to spend the afternoon…read morepoolside. I'm so glad we did. This turned out to be one of our favorite stops on the island so far! We were lucky enough to have Rene as our server--friendly, upbeat, and genuinely helpful. She offered thoughtful recommendations and never missed a beat, even with a larger group. Let's talk food & drinks: Key Lime Frozen Drink - My brother ordered this and it was the standout of the day. Creamy, tart, and tropical. Like Key Lime Pie in a glass! Chicken Tenders & Fries - My daughter gave these a big thumbs up. The fries were golden, crispy, and super fresh--not greasy at all. Chicken BLT - I ordered this and skipped the brioche bun (though it looked amazing!). Even bun-less, it was flavorful and satisfying. Blackened Grouper Tacos - My dad went with these and they looked fantastic--fresh, vibrant, and full of flavor. He also had a Rum Runner, which was strong, smooth, and perfectly blended. (Not for the faint of heart!) The poolside ambiance was exactly what you want on a sunny island day--lively music, a splashing fountain, and a relaxed crowd. We didn't feel rushed, and it was easy to just settle in and enjoy the afternoon. Whether you are staying on the island or visiting for the day, definitely make time to stop here. Friendly service, great food, and that laid-back island energy. We will be back before the trip is over!

Food - bbq chips were amazing!! My salmon dish was just ok. The steak sandwich was just a huge slab…read moreof steak. Service - it was really great! Friendly and attentive Ambiance - fun atmosphere, nicely decorated

This was my favorite place for dinner while visiting Captiva. I really enjoyed the grouper rueben…read moresandwich which was unique. I would recommend getting the grouper grilled instead of fried. Limited wine list and somewhat expensive too. The restaurant looked to be remodeled after the recent hurricane . Note that you will need a resy for dinner during high season. Everyone in our group enjoyed the food overall. Would recommend.

Super friendly staff. Well mannered, enthusiastic bartender who paid much attention to the details…read moreof his concoctions. The bar area was our favorite spot. A mature clientele filled the restaurant. A few grand babies scattered throughout. Wasn't our first choice, but perfect for seniors , and those who enjoy historical venues. We appreciated its charm and history. The menu was impressive and the desserts we observed at a few tables looked delightful. 3.5 stars

Harbourside is the main restaurant inside South Seas Resort. To those of us who have been coming…read morehere for many years, this was the beloved Captain Al's before Hurricane Charley slammed Captiva in 2004. Unfortunately, Harbourside has never lived up to the Captain Al legacy. The food and drink are good and they focus on the yacht harbor more than the resort.

The wait took about an hour before we got seated and I was with a group of 5 others. The outside…read morewas sea vibes with sculptures everywhere. And in the inside there was wood everywhere and the tables were beautiful. The clam marinara was amazing stuffed myself full. Calamari was delicious. The people were very nice and helpful. Overall had a good time.

Not a bad wait at all on a Saturday night with a party of six...good solid food. Fried pickles,…read morefrickles, were good. Oysters outstanding! My catch of the day fish sandwich was good and nice that I could substitute a Caesar instead of having to have the fries. My husband loved his shrimp scampi, and daughter enjoyed her ribs. They were great with kids too! Bar atmosphere with lots of screens.