6 Places to Eat and Drink in Fort Myers, Florida

Fort Myers, Florida, is a favorite vacation destination for family fun, beautiful Gulf of Mexico beaches and island hopping off shore. An array of outdoor activities can be had, from boating to fishing to shelling. Museums and historical attractions are on deck as well.

However, no matter what you plan to do in this favorited locale, you’re gonna have to eat at some point. When that time comes, here's what you need to do: Just pick one of our favorite spots from our list of six best places to eat and drink in Fort Myers.

Eat alongside the locals at this watering hole right on the water.

At the Bayside Grille (If you can peel your eyes away from the view) you’ll find your favorite sports teams playing on the TVs in the indoor dining area. Live entertainment keeps the fun vibe going. When you’re ready to chow down, choose from an array of pizza, burgers and beer.

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American eats aren't the only thing you'll find in Fort Myers.

At Ember Korean Steakhouse, you'll enjoy international fare including traditional Korean barbecue and sushi. From spicy pork stir fry to Wagyu burgers, kimchi fried rice to sushi burritos, you’re sure to discover something on the menu to tempt you.

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If you’re always up for trying the local breweries, no matter where you happen to be traveling, you’ll want to add this spot to your Fort Myers itinerary.

Millennial Brewing Co. offers a range of its own beers on tap, alongside handcrafted ciders. For food, try the street food-style eats that are always changing.

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Nervous Nellies is re-opening fall of 2023. It is a family-friendly, waterside restaurant with a dining room down below and a bar up top.

There’s a huge menu to pick through, so there’s sure to be something for everyone in your party to love. Signature items include the fan-favorite shrimp cocktail, award-winning lobster roll, famous grouper sandwich and the famed seafood pots, which come overflowing with your favorite seafood and served alongside home-baked cornbread.

Although Nervous Nellies sustained significant damages during Hurricane Ian, they are currently rebuilding and hope to re-open in November, 2023!

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Need More?

Need more tips on what to do, where to stay and where to shop while you're in Fort Myers? Check out the Fort Myers, Fort Myers Beach and Bonita Springs, Florida, Discovery Map guide for a full run-down of everything you can do and see while in the area. Available in both print and digital formats, the guide is your one-stop resource for all things Fort Myers, Florida.