Everything we always do breakfast great food good pricing service is wonderfull…read moreBruce B Beat steak on the island too I mean the best and favorfull

I wanted to like this place, and the server was nice. I did have a few issues, though…read more 1. The menu prices don't match the check. In a weird way too. For example, my ~$13.99 meal was $15.95, and my $3.50 drink was $2.00. The price was basically the same so I let it go, but it always irks me when menu prices aren't accurate. 2. The Eggs Benedict was overcooked. The eggs were solid, no runny yolk at all. 3. The place was loud. There were 3 people at the same time all on speakers phone, talking over the other people talking on their speakerphone. I think one was the owner or manager, because she was ordering restaurant supplies, loudly talking to her cell phone on speaker. It made it difficult to enjoy breakfast. Otherwise, the flavors are good and the prices reasonable. I probably won't go back myself, and may have just caught them on an off day, but I'm just passing through and wanted to leave my feedback.

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!

Such a cute café and restaurant with delicious pastries and sandwiches! There's a great patio out…read moreback overlooking the water -- part of it is even screened in, which makes it the perfect spot to relax and enjoy the view. We tried the almond croissant, coffee éclair, gyro sandwich, a Cuban coffee, and a café olé -- everything was fresh and flavorful. If you find yourself on Pine Island, don't miss this little gem just off the beaten path!

Stopped for drinks and lunch at this beautiful waterfront restaurant in Matlatcha. The bartender…read moreand the waitress were very friendly and attentive. The drinks were very good ( painkiller and key lime crusher)and the food was delicious. We shared alligator bites and mussels ...... the mussels were very "meaty" and some of the best ever!! Very enjoyable experience with an amazing water view. Definitely will be back!

This place was awesome and surpassed expectations for touristy restaurants. The location is perfect…read moreand it's in a sleepier side of town in Cape Coral. They offer complimentary valet which came in handy as we wrapped our meal there was a storm blowing in from the gulf that the staff handled really well given their familiarity with Florida weather. The food was terrific, the fried gator bites were a hit my kiddo. The blackened mahi tacos were very filling and the seasoning on everything was really good. I'm always hesitant with touristy places bc they're often over priced and you don't get the value for the money but not here. The views are amazing and the food was even better. Our server was well versed in the menu and made great recommendations and she was very kind and efficient.

In the ten years I have lived in Florida, my favorite restaurant has not had fried oysters as a…read morespecial. Well they did and they were outstanding!! I am a fried oyster expert and they were wonderful. Follow them on Facebook so you know when they have them. Then risk a speeding ticket because everyone else wants them as well. Goodbye Blue Dog , I will miss you as I relocate to back to South Carolina. You know I will visit!

Waitress was absolutely delightful, friendly, attentive and informative... she even orchestrated a…read morehappy birthday group song for my 93 year old mom. Grouper Reuben was delicious. She crab soup was excellent. Stone crab claws, for appetizer were very tasty and local. Island vibe decor and atmosphere is fun and very appropriate. Smoked mullet is a local delicacy and quite good

Beautiful old Florida ambiance, our server was fantastic, she gave us great recommendations, was…read morepunctual and attentive to our table. Accommodated some special requests for us. Drinks were very well done. Had the special fish dish. Panko encrusted red snapper with a tasty hollandaise sauce, which was best fish I've had in Florida this year. All in all fantastic. We will be back asap.

Tarpon Lodge & Restaurant is our date night location. So much charm! Indoor / outdoor dining in a…read morebuilding dating back to 1926, screen door out to the beautiful grounds, amazing food and wine menus and finally the SUNSETS! The menu focuses on locally sourced ingredients, served with Pine Island flare. The service staff is knowledgeable, attentive without being intrusive and always smiling. They really make you feel welcome and part of the family. Plenty of on-site, free parking. Make sure to plan your visit to walk the grounds and take in a sunset. Regardless of where you are in the cape or surrounding area, Tarpon Lodge restaurant is worth the drive. Cheers!

We wanted to try this place for a few weeks now and finally came here today for an early dinner. It…read morewas Sunday at 4:30pm, we were the first customers here. Staff were super welcoming, and we sat down at the bar, country music playing, great vibe! We had hoped for the whole deep fried snapper but sadly it was out. We took their advice and ordered the fresh mullet bites for appetizer, which was awesomely fresh! For entree I chose the grouper sandwich and hubby ordered the rib eye which he was not too thrilled with. My sandwich was great, huge piece of deep fried fish served with french fries and hush puppies, probably the best hush puppies I ever had. By the time we left, the bar area was filled up along with few tables in the main dining room. We will definitely be back again. After all, I need to try that whole friend grouper!

Driving down Pine Island Road, you may just miss this amazing gem...DON'T MiSS IT!! Definitely…read morepark your car and get ready for amazing service and food. i had the ropa vieja which was up to par with my own grandmothers cooking. It was perfect!! The meat was so tender, it was the perfect balance of tomato sauce and seasonings...which most restaurants fail to do. My husband had the Grouper platter and the fish was super fresh and delicious. We both had the sweet plantains, black beans and rice...which were amazing too. The whole restaurant and its staff were very welcoming. Alice, our server, made us feel right at home and treated us like we were regulars even though this was our first time at Eagles Nest. It's a casual restaurant and you have the option to eat indoors which has a very colorful bar and cute tables or outdoors under their tiki covered outdoor area that has picnic tables and a stage. Definitely coming back to enjoy the outdoors when they have their live music. Do not hesitate to drive out there and enjoy the true old school Florida vibe and great food.

The Orange Crunch Cake is World Famous And I will say that…read moreit is worthy of that claim. The Chocolate Cake is pretty good too. There's also IceCream and Coffee available here. The Betty Boop theme is fantastic. Service was friendly and quick and we were on our way.

If the staff/management was better, this would be 5 stars. The food/coffee/ice cream was excellent…read morethe three times we went. However, unlike next door where the staff is very friendly, this staff was rude, unfriendly, and once even cursing in front of little kids. You work at an ice cream store--try smiling and interacting with customers. Also, every time we were in there the store (floors/tables) was filthy while 3 employees just chat behind the counter.

Being a North Westerner (Cape Coral), trips down to the SE and SW parts of the cape are often too…read morefar. That's OK though cause we got Micelli's! Above average tavern fare, great Matlacha feel and the spreader out back where you can sit back, relax and watch the boats go by. Literal paradise. Our go-to's are the Ahi Tuna Nachos with copious amounts of tuna, seaweed salad, wasabi mayo and sriracha. Steamers come with what I consider the best broth I've ever had and the Calamari w/ home made marinara. Servers are quick, friendly and efficient. Live bands every night and Happy Hour everyday from 11 - 7. On season, the parking and seating become hard to come by. Oh and the outdoor area is dog friendly.

First off, the menus were sticky. The food for the price was just average. No substitutions on…read morethe seafood platter. The drink special is served in a can. Give me an umbrella at least for $7.00. The crab cakes were small and too much filler. Would not return.

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!

Food, service, ambience, all excellent. We go there every chance we get.. The prices are amazing…read morefor what you get. Always leave full with leftovers.

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!!!