Tesoro is fancy without the fluff. I stopped in for a drink at the bar and ordered a Peroni and the tuna crudi. It was decent, but a little bland. I didn't stay long, but the food other guests were having looked amazing--definitely a place I'd try again for a full dinner. read more

Tesoro - Mediterranean Near Me - Marco Island, Florida

Tesoro is an exclusive restaurant situated in the Marriott Hotel on the 5th floor. It was heavenly sitting outside on the patio and watching the sunset over the Gulf of America. It was the perfect night with the light breeze. Sherri, our very sweet waitress delivered excellent service. We were two couples totally enjoying the food, drinks and ambiance. We indulged in an octopus appetizer to start. We love octopus, but this was made in some sort of tomato sauce and delicious spices. It was a beautiful dish. Three of us ordered the salmon dinner which was made to perfection. Paul had the Chilean Seabass and he also enjoyed it. We did not have room for dessert, but we were allowed to sit there for as long as we wanted to. It was such a lovely evening. Just so you know, the hotel has a very large group here, but the patio was not overly crowded and as I said before, just a dream to sit here. They also had seating around a fire pit if you wanted to have drinks in that section. There is also an inside bar and seating with sporting programs on the televisions above. read more

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Wonderful dinner option at the JW. The rooftop sunset views were amazing. There was also a DJ which was an added bonus. The drinks were refreshing and food was delicious as well. The staff was friendly and I was seated promptly without a reservation. read more

Tesoro - Mediterranean Near Me - Marco Island, Florida

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Ambiance was great. Rooftop restaurant with a great view of the beach and sunset. Service was good too, we celebrated my husbands birthday and they gave us a free dessert. The food was pretty average and overpriced in my opinion. We are vegetarian, options are limited and modifications had to be made. We ordered truffle smashed potatoes which didn't have much truffle taste. Typically smashed potatoes have a crunchy texture to them, these seemed like they were just boiled and weren't baked or fried to get that crispy texture you look for with smashed potatoes. We also got the house green salad, honestly tasted like a salad you get in a bag from a grocery store. Cheese pizza was good but overpriced. The tiramisu tasted like it had been sitting around for days, texture was really soggy. Service and ambiance would be the main reason I ever go back to Tesoro. The views were great! read more

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Well this will be long as we have been to the restaurant multiple times from morning until evening. Breakfast: Tesoro for breakfast is part of staying in Sirene (over 21 - Sdults only) area of the result. The breakfast has a great variety of healthy, traditional and pastries. The items rotate and are different each day. The service was awesome. BTW they have carafe of mimosa for $35. Daytime: We had drinks, flatbread and wings. The wings were really good ... would have liked them deep fried longer for a little more crispyness. The flatbread were super good ... capresi and apple-fig with arugula. Dinner: We had the steak and rigatoni. While both were very good, we could have used a light at the table to actually read and eat by. Bar: We had lots of drinks ... margaritas, Paloma, mojito, amaretto sour and more. Most were good, but the alcohol brand's leave a lot to be desires. They need a better curator for the level of liquors used. read more

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Great spot, great service, amazing views! Food is delicious, can't go wrong and the view makes it l with it. read more

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Service was super slow over three hours for a salad, drinks and a pizza with pasta! Food was dried out under a heat lamp when we got it, the dish looked dried down! The first pasta dish was sent back to the kitchen, it was that bad! Oh and they changed the Mediterranean menu to just Italian! With that go elsewhere there are way better Italian restaurants less than half a mile from this resort hotel restaurant. The should add more staff as our waitress rarely returned, other parties came and went after us too. read more

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We came here after a day on the beach hoping to catch the sunset and have a couple shareable appetizers. Unfortunately, it was raining so we didn't get the witness the beautiful sunset, but we were able to enjoy some delicious food. Food: 4 out of 5 - We ordered a couple appetizers and a flat bread after hearing that the appetizers and flatbreads were solid. We had the cured and cultured charcuterie board as well as the Mezze board. The Mezze board had three different dips with one spicy and two non-spicy dips. The Mezze board was good, but there was significantly more dip than there was pita bread and by the time additional pita bread came out our other dishes arrived. The cured and cultured charcuterie board was very good. It was more than enough for a group of 4 and was perfect for a quick bite. The star of the show was the flatbread though. It had a significant amount of fresh mozzarella and tomato and really hit the spot. Service: 5 out of 5 - Service overall was good. We were seated quickly and our server was quick to take our drink order. Ambiance: 5 out of 5 - If it wasn't for the rain, this would have been the perfect spot to catch the sunset over dinner. There is ample indoor and outdoor seating with a large bar outside in case you're looking to just catch a happy hour drink. read more

Tesoro - Mezze board - Mediterranean Near Me - Marco Island, Florida

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Good drinks, view and service. Food is average ish. Pizza was decent but would not recommend the pasta. Looked grey and tasted the same. Would go back for drinks and desert on a date night. read more

We had a lovely dinner at Tesoro this past Sunday evening. I love the 21+ atmosphere, the refreshing cocktails on the patio overlook the Gulf. We started with the Calamari, Shrimp, Octopus & Meatballs. Everything was freshly prepared and tasted perfect. The service was impeccable. Our entree was the Chicken Breast , delicate & seasoned perfectly. Can't wait to go back. read more

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General review = meh. My boyfriend and I were staying at the Marriott and stopped in here for an early dinner. The view outside was beautiful and the restaurant was nice but we didn't enjoy the visit much. We sat at a table and no one seemed to even notice we were there so we moved in to the bar. The bartender was a lovely woman and super friendly but not very attentive and wasn't around much. The people next to us also had trouble locating their bartender when they were trying to pay out. It was a shift change issue but just not very impressive. For the food, I got the sweet fig and roasted apple flat bread, which was pretty good. My bf got the spiced lobster fettuccini and it was NOT good. Way too lemony, not much spice. Definitely not worth $48. Overall the visit was fine I guess but it's not somewhere I desire to visit again. read more

Tesoro - Roasted Apple & Sweet Fig Flatbread - Mediterranean Near Me - Marco Island, Florida

We were there to celebrate our 22 year anniversary. The service was excellent. The food was really great. We had a couple the fish means Salmon and I believe Cod, Caprese salad and later coffee and dessert. The girl who served us really made our celebration special. They even covered the dessert. We definitely recommend it. We dined indoors. They have a nice patio, but we preferred the quieter, more cozy and romantic vibe. The outdoor was definitely more lively and louder. It was nice too, but not for us for that evening. read more

I have to start by saying that the view of the sunset here is amazing, quite unmatched actually and when the Dj is there the vibes are on point, the drinks are good too, and the service we received was also quite excellent. The only complain I have is the food, it was hit or miss, the different dips we got we really not too great, the branzino was good but the risotto under it was not. I would go back for the drinks and vibes read more

Tesoro - Mezze board - Mediterranean Near Me - Marco Island, Florida

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Celebrated my moms birthday at Tesoro and had a wonderful evening. The views from the restaurant, bar and terrace are simply unmatched. On the 5th floor of the JW Marriott you have a direct view of the beautiful sunset. Our server named Lynford was attentive and friendly. I had a mocktail named Sunset and it was refreshing and delicious. Four adults shared the Mezze board and the charcuterie board. Mezze board was super good served with three different Greek dips but they did charge us extra for more Pita bread which was a turn off. The charcuterie board was plentiful but we felt it was a little underwhelming for the price of $50. But all meats, cheeses and accompaniments were fresh! We were still a bit hungry so we ordered two caprese flatbreads well done. Delicious but a lot of cheese and heavy breading. I would definitely recommend Tesoro for sunset views, cocktails and apps! read more

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I'm glad I got to experience Tesoro while on Marco! I highly recommend you make a reservation around sunset. The views are spectacular. Staff was friendly. The greeter Flo is amazing. I wasn't super impressed with the menu. It had so few options. Our group shared several plates. First - the grouper balls. There were four of us and it came with three. I asked if we could add just one more and they said no. They were tasty. We shared a couple flat breads. The mushroom one was bland. There was a fig/apple (or something like that) and it was delicious. The saganaki stew was really good but pricey for what you get. The mezze board was ok. Parking isn't free. Valet parking or a lot across the street that's gated and will charge on exit. Overall - the best part is the location. You will definitely feel like you're on vacation While you are here! Take time to explore the grounds after dinner. It's a beautiful place! read more

Tesoro - Sunset from the outdoor patio - Mediterranean Near Me - Marco Island, Florida

I wanted to be able to give Tesoro 5 stars, but it is just OK. They have a beautiful outdoor deck that overlooks the Gulf. You can eat here, or just get a cocktail and enjoy the view. Highly recommend going here for pre-dinner drinks, enjoying the sunset views, and then going elsewhere for dinner. Servers are attentive and friendly and the drinks are tasty, but the food is just meh. For the price, there are much better places to eat with amazing food on Marco. read more

We've been staying at JW Marriott and decided to have dinner at Tesoro. The stuff is 5 satar,professional,welcoming and polite. However the wait for the food was outrageously long,we waited for about an hour+ for 2 appetizers. The drinks came reasonably fast, in about 10 minutes after being seated. Maybe they are short stuffed at the kitchen or something,but that was a long time to wait for 2 small portions of food. We ended up going for our "real dinner" to the place next door. Atmosphere was nice,the view from the balcony was beautiful,the perfect spot to watch the sunset over the Gulf of Mexico. Cocktails were good,huge selection of Ginn specialists. Food was, ok the long wait spoiled the experience... However the stuff handed the whole issue in the kindest,most professional way. read more

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Once you actually find Tesoro, you will want to go back during your stay. Like all the restaurants and grounds at the JW, Tesoro is absolutely beautiful. And one touch of ambiance you get here includes the breathtaking sunsets. The food is Mediterranean-ish. Shareable plates and flatbreads are all delicious. They also have "medium" plates which are about entree sized. Service was perfect, starting with one of the most warm and inviting greeters - I'm sure she is always smiling, I just couldn't see from behind her mask, but she had smiling eyes. While outside was gorgeous, it was still on the FL hot side, so indoor cooler seating was great. We came here two consecutive nights - once for apps and drinks, and the second night for dinner. Tessa was our server on day one, and Julian for day two. Both were warm and personable, and had extensive knowledge of the menu and were spot-on with recommendations. Not sure if anything was truly stand-out, but everything was really delicious. I found the bay scallop preparation interesting - in a Staub cast iron escargot dish, but with a few bay scallops in each well of garlic/butter. The flat bread was incredible, the mushroom one, with truffles, not oil, truffles was mushroomy goodness. I believe the menu is seasonal so check it out. The Greek and watermelon salads were both very good. Add poached shrimp and you would think they were three mini-lobsters. The platter is worth trying as it comes with their tzatziki and hummus, along with some delicious (pitted!) olives. The lamb chops came in four, served over a lemony, orzo salad. Delicious, chops were like butter. Just when you thought you were full, trust me, and try the Ferraro Rocher - like dessert. It's like a tartufo with the crunch and look of a rocher, complete with gold paper (edible) wrapper accents on the chocolate. View + ambiance + service + incredible food = a memorable dining experience which will highlight your stay here at the JW. read more

Tesoro - Mushroom (forest?) flatbread - Mediterranean Near Me - Marco Island, Florida

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Ouch, I had such high hopes but what a letdown with insulting service. This is a hard pass. The positives, the food we tried was actually pretty good. Mediterranean style tapas menu with a few large plates provides flexibility, and most of what we tried was quite enjoyable. Very nice hummus as well as falafel. So what should you know before you go? The dining room layout is a nice concept but odd. Indoor and outdoor seating with a mix of options outside. Regular tables, high top, bar, couch, lounge like chairs, etc.. Located on a deck overlooking the pool and beach at the JW Marriott hotel, with guest rooms overlooking the dining area. Reservations - When making a reservation, it is for the indoor area. Outdoor dining is first come first serve. Fair enough. When we arrived at opening time, we were taken outside and offered a table for two with a view of a cement wall. The hostess, while pleasant enough said she could not give us any of the other tables (which had nicer views) because they seat four. OK, first come, first serve, but not for us. We accepted our table with a view of a cement wall. Another party of two behind us were offered another equally undesirable table but put up a fuss, and were seated at one of the four tops. The hostess then came to us and offered to reseat us at a similar table. OK, thank you, but really? I don't need this kind of drama to start my meal. Our waiter came to take our drink order and asked if we were guests of the hotel. We were not, and were informed that he would need to preauthorize a credit card before he could place any food/drink service. What? Never ever anywhere, not even in a dive bar. Might I walk out without paying? Might my credit card be declined? Insulting. All of the tables wobble, but they do not and will not provide anything to address this. Instead, I could try moving the table until it does not wobble. It was not possible to move the table so it does not wobble. You need to hold the table during your meal to avoid spilling your drink. Our waiter tried, but seemed like he had never waited a table before. Service was impossibly slow. Again, too bad as the food was decent. What else should you know? Parking is not validated. It is $15 to self park and $25 to valet. Sure in a big city I pay way more to park, but nobody has charged me to park for dinner on Marco Island, especially for an insulting sub par dinner. Clearly Marriott does not need the business of those not staying at the resort. Makes me wonder how poor the service might be at this resort. I can't recommend Tesoro. It was the worst dining experience on Marco and perhaps the most insulting dining experience I have had. Total fail. read more

I would say the food at Tesoro is a little below average, but the view and ambiance more than make up for it. I didn't really think anything we ordered was particularly good. We did come for lunch which has a more limited menu. I guess we accidentally looked at the dinner menu before coming here and were disappointed that the lunch menu was very watered down. We ordered the shishito peppers, chips and guac, the mezze board, fungi flatbread and two fish sandwiches. The total with tip for 2 came out to $140. Definitely not a deal by any means for some snack foods. The view of the beach and water was great though! read more

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The food at Tesoro is average, but it's worth your time for a bite (or even just a drink) for the views alone. Tesoro is on the top level of the 21+ JW Marriott property, and the views of the ocean and the entire resort are stellar. It's not tough to snag a table either -- though they don't take reservations there is an abundance of outdoor seating. Of course it's a bit more crowded at sunset time, but still not tough to grab a table. And for lunch there were a ton of open spots. The food menu is pretty basic -- items like burgers, wings, pizza, cesar salad. I was surprised to see that the dinner menu is the same as lunch and that they don't really switch it up. The pizza was tasty and incredibly cheesy -- it's pretty large for a lunch portion and I ended up taking most of it to-go. The caesar salad was also perfectly crisp and refreshing. Service is great and much better than the other poolside restaurants around the Marriott. If you are traveling without children (the restaurant is 21+) my suggestion would be to have lunch here instead of at Quinns. It's a very relaxing experience and the views are divine. read more

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Tesoro is overpriced and the bartenders ignore you. We visited a few years ago and had a wonderful meal and enjoyed sunset. Came back on 2/3/25 and the servers acted like we were annoying them. There were tons of bartenders and staff milling around, but no one seemed to be waiting on anyone. We sat at a high top by the bar after being directed to sit there by the bartender and still had to wait over 10 minutes to get a menu. Then another wait for drinks and even longer wait for food. Understand that it's holiday season and people are busy, but literally the staff was standing around not doing anything. The hotel had an event with live music outside and they had the DJ playing music inside. The DJs music was overpowering, and the sounds from the hotel event mixed with a DJ became earsplitting. I'm sure this place will stay open because it's in the Marriott and has a fantastic view of the sunset. However, the service needs a lot of attention. read more

This was definitely the most memorable dinner I've had in a while. We got very lucky getting a patio booth, and got some drinks. It took some time for the food to arrive, but the Rigatoni dish was absolutely delicious. It is definitely a little pricey, but the food and the view at this resort makes it absolutely worth it. When sun was setting the high up location of the restaurant provided an amazing and unobstructed view. I've not dined at many restaurants with such a fantastic view of the sunset. Even if you don't have a seat right on the edge, you can go up to the railing to get a good view. read more

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Service was good. Menu is limited: octopus appetizer was OK, ricotta and grape and fig salad with mediocre ( figs didn't have any taste and minimum amount of ricotta), Seabass was good, but very small portion. Ambience was quiet since it's off-season and we ate in the dining room, the other option is the balcony. We expected the interior decorating to be a lot nicer, especially since you're at a JW. I imagine most people are their on an expense account, we were not. Probably won't be back. read more

Just wanted a quick after dinner drink and a small snack. Ordered meatballs. Waiter suggested we needed two orders since serving was small. Instead, serving was large and we had to take extra home. Don't need to be upsold at pricey hotel bar. Had to go retrieve credit card from waiter after paying. Disappointed in JW read more

Very disappointing. Great sunset views but that's it. It was Mediterranean and now Italian? It has no identity. The food just doesn't match the setting read more

AMAZING, HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!! Great food and service. Had an amazing sunset view and ambiance. Nathan was a fantastic waiter. Great experience I would definitely go again! read more

What a cool place. This would be even cooler if you could get there before the sunset as the views would be amazing. I stopped in after a few hours at 10K and was still hungry. I ordered the hummus and pita and it came out rather quickly. It was a nice sized portion with a lot of olive oil on top. And the olive oil was top notch. So flavorful on it's own and I wish I could have done shots of it. The hummus was good too and the thin pitas were soft and good with it all. The rest of their menu looked good, but that was enough for now. The service was great with someone regularly stopping by the table to refill waters and ask if we needed anything. The one server talked with us for a while and gave us some pointers about the resort and the island itself. I wanted to go back for dinner, but the week got away from us and we dined elsewhere. read more

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Placed in the hardest placed to find at the Marriot. Made a reservation for two for a special occasion online, specified that we wanted an outside table and when we got there... they said reservations were for inside only. This is a spot w an ocean view, why would anyone want to sit inside. Anyways, waited for a table... was told that they had one and 10 seconds later they said that the waiter had given the table away. We finally got a table and when we were approached by the server he asked for a credit card since we were not staying at the hotel. We have never ever experienced something like this, this isnt a sports bar! This is a nice restaurant. The food is NOT Mediterranean, not sure why they call it that. Their dishes are greasy and what they do is throw a few olives on everything.... Maybe thats their version of mediterranean. Would never come back here, what a waste of time and money. The only reason why im giving it two stars is because the bartender was very nice, she served us while we waited for our table. read more

It had rained so outdoor seating was limited. A great place to view the sunset, in January this was around 6 pm. No reservations, seat yourself outside. We shared several dishes; everything was excellent. My least favorite was the mushroom flat bread - it was good, just nothing special. The shrimp Nagasaki was very tasty and pappardelle was awesome. Compressed cantaloupe was ordered bc it sounded interesting: nice light arugula salad w/ prosciutto. read more

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The only reason for 2 stars was the magnificent sunset. We were a party of 6 and our bill came to $550. ( drinks were separate) One would expect the food to be outstanding........ not the case. 4 out of the 6 meals were sent back because they were cold. The $54 Halibut was tiny and served with 2 small potatoes . No apology from the manager. We should have know when there was only 2 other tables occupied something was amiss. We know what fine dining is.... This was mediocre dining. read more

Good food, but I won't return during covid, even for outdoor dining. I am giving this restaurant 4 stars for the food, drinks, and service. We split an arugula farro salad that had delicious sweet nuts and a creamy goat cheese. We followed the salad with a cheeseburger and fries which were both tasty. The burger and fries were served without ketchup on the side, which wouldn't have been an issue but the outdoor dining section became very full and the restaurant was understaffed so we didn't have someone check in until it was too late. I was less frustrated with the service- because I understand it's tricky for restaurants to staff during this time- but became anxious about the large amounts of people that were gathering. We went for an early dinner in order to watch the sunset, so when we sat down we were properly distanced from other diners. By the time we were finished with our food, the restaurant was packed outside. It does not seem the tables were far enough apart. Like I said, the food was good and our waiter was friendly, I would go back, just not until they implement stricter capacity regulations or once COVID is more under control. read more

Tesoro - A Miami Vice frozen cocktail - Mediterranean Near Me - Marco Island, Florida

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Tesoro is a beautiful rooftop space with amazing water views. It is the newest amenity of the JW Marriott. Unfortunately, customer service was not as great as the views, but this place has great potential to be a great spot for drinks with friends. It can also be a perfect place for a date night. The big outdoor terrace offers a relaxing vibe to just sit back and enjoy the beautiful views of the beach. Music is also nice and relaxing. I just wished that service was better. We opted to go back to Quinns on the Beach which is located on the first floor of the resort. At Quinns, the staff is very friendly and helpful, as expected in a nice resort like this one. Covid related Everyone was wearing masks. Sanitizer was available. read more

We had dinner here and went down for breakfast once. Dinner mini is small but the food is good. Not a big fan of the Mary Rose Shrimp Cocktail but it was good. Not your typical cocktail sauce! Drinks are great. Full bar and the servers have a heavy hand pour! Everyone smiles and genuinely friendly (you can tell under the mask! We had the same waitress a couple times. Her name is Maya and super friendly and enjoyed her conversations! Ask to sit in her area and tell her we sent you! Only weird thing in the evening is the strange YELLOW lighting. Make your food look weird. If anyone from the hotel reads this you should think about changing it to a soft white! Oh, you can sit inside or outside. Great place to see the beautiful sunsets! read more

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Absolute worst service! Waited 26 minutes before leaving without as much a receiving a menu- other couples followed who were in same predicament. Waitstaff laughed when everyone walked out. read more

Watching the sunset from this restraunt is a MUST if you are in Marco island! The sunset on the beach from the balcony is beautiful. The drinks are always made exactly how you ask and the staff is always waiting on you. The food is light and tasty and perfect for light dinners with some of their menu items read more

Tesoro - balcony view - Mediterranean Near Me - Marco Island, Florida

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I had lunch at this place while I was out in Marco Island. I ordered a lobster roll with french fries on the side. The roll was very interesting b/c the bun was a house-made roll that was specifically made for this dish. There was a good amount of lobster in the roll and I would say it was pretty fresh. I would recommend going here if you are in the area. Also, they have a great view of the ocean from their outside dining region. read more

Tesoro - Mediterranean Near Me - Marco Island, Florida

The JW in JW Marriott's Tesoro must stand for Just Wondering, as in Just Wondering what they were thinking! Just Wondering why you open a 21 and over Mediterranean restaurant in a prime location on the property when you can't even execute? If you can't do something as simple as a flat bread, why have it on the menu? Just Wondering why you say it is a tapas style menu and the food comes out when it is ready when in reality, it doesn't? During our meal, 75% came out in 5 minutes and the balance in 30. When we asked our waitress she said that she held some of the orders back to even things out - Just Wondering what she was thinking. Just Wondering why the Cacio e Pepe is smothered in butter and flavorless? Just Wondering why the place was half full at 7:30 on a Sunday night in early January when it was a balmy 75 degrees outside? Just Wondering why you say something is gluten free when an hour later it is brutally obvious that it wasn't? Just Wondering why our waitress would comp items and not even mention it to us when she gave us the bill? Just Wondering why you would turn away a young couple with a sleeping baby in a stroller when there is nobody in the restaurant? Just Wondering why you are trying to be Naples instead of playing to your strengths as Marco Island? If we wanted an atmosphere and price point of Naples restaurants, we would drive the 30 minutes. As a side note, Just Wondering what happened to Frank Carroll who used to play at Quinn's? read more

Tesoro - Excuse for flatbread - Mediterranean Near Me - Marco Island, Florida

Etoshia is amazing. She made our night. GREAT service very friendly. she knows her stuff. Food and drinks are. She is GREAT she took our sunset pic's. I can't say enough great things about her read more

Tesoro - Mediterranean Near Me - Marco Island, Florida

This is a tough one. I expected a little more from the JW Marriott when we came here for a very special dinner for my mothers 70th birthday. Our hostess was the kindest, the sunset was beautiful, and the cold cauliflower dish was amazing. But this was likely where the 3 stars come from. Our waiter, who I can tell was spread thin based on him being the only server on the floor, but when asking questions, was unable to stay engaged with our table. He seemed impatient and uninterested in helping 2 of the 6 total of us at the table who had a few dietary restrictions. So much so that we ended up not ordering a bottle of wine for the table because he kept rushing off the table every time we had a request. I would recommend coming here for a cocktail, listening to the live music, and sitting on their balcony for the sunset - but the service leaves little to be desired. read more