Carmelo’s Italian Ristorante
Featuring Sicilian favorites, including pastas and nightly specials.
321 W. Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda
941-621-4091 | carmelosristorante.com
Castaways
Dockside dining, coastal fare and cocktails in an easygoing waterfront atmosphere.
1200 W. Retta Esplanade, Unit A56, Punta Gorda
941-844-1720 | castawayspg.com
Celtic Ray Public House
An authentic Irish pub, pouring pints, serving fish and chips and featuring live music most nights.
145 E. Marion Ave., Punta Gorda
941-916-9115 | celticray.net
Donato’s Italian Restaurant
Donato’s Italian Restaurant features generous portions of familiar classics.
1900 Tamiami Trail, Unit 117, Port Charlotte
941-764-1600 | donatosportcharlotte.com
Farlow’s on the Water
Caribbean and Southern influences, featuring seafood, steaks, tropical landscaping and live entertainment.
2080 S. McCall Road, Englewood
941-474-5343 | farlowsonthewater.com
FM Don’s
White tablecloths and polished service, featuring steaks, seafood and seasonal specials.
201 W. Marion Ave., Punta Gorda
941-637-8800 | fmdonspg.com
The Grill at 1951
Featuring steaks and seafood with polished service and live jazz music.
1951 Tamiami Trail, Port Charlotte
941-255-0994 | thegrillat1951.com
Hometown Grill, Port Charlotte
Good service, hot coffee and hearty portions for breakfast and lunch.
1931 Tamiami Trail, Suite 10, Port Charlotte
941-629-5898 | thehometowngrill.com
The Icehouse Pub
This English-style pub offers a rotating selection of beers and hearty pub fare.
408 Tamiami Trail N., Punta Gorda
941-575-0866 | theicehousepub.com
The Islands Kitchen & Cocktail House
An elevated waterfront restaurant, serving tropical-inspired dishes, sushi and craft cocktails with sunset views.
1200 W. Retta Esplanade, Unit C47, Punta Gorda
941-347-7991 | theislandspg.com
Laishley Crab House
Overlooking the harbor, the expansive dining area serves seafood towers, sushi and seasonal stone crab.
150 Laishley Court, Punta Gorda
941-205-5566 | laishleycrabhouse.com
Latitude 26°
Serving coastal seafood, steaks and cocktails in a modern waterfront dining room.
1200 W. Retta Esplanade, Unit A55, Punta Gorda
941-205-8050 | latitude26pg.com
Leroy’s Southern Kitchen & Bar
Southern comfort food, a lively bar and a blues-inspired atmosphere.
201 W. Marion Ave., Punta Gorda
941-505-2489 | leroyspg.com
The Lighthouse Grill and Tiki Bar
An open-air waterfront restaurant, featuring seafood, tropical drinks and nightly live music.
260 Maryland Ave., Englewood
941-828-1368 | lighthouse-grill.com
Lock ’N Key Restaurant
Featuring seafood, steaks, tropical drinks, patio seating and live music.
2045 N. Beach Road, Englewood
941-474-1517 | lockandkeyrestaurant.com
Magnolias on the Bay
Bayfront dining with indoor and outdoor seating, featuring seafood, sushi and steaks.
2395 N. Beach Road, Englewood
941-460-8219 | magnoliasonthebay.com
Ortigia Cucina & Bar
Contemporary Italian cooking, featuring small plates, imported salumi and cheeses, seafood, fresh pasta and cocktails.
212 W. Marion Ave., Punta Gorda
941-646-8039 | ortigiacucina.com
Peace River Seafood
Featuring blue crab, local shrimp and oysters.
5337 Duncan Road, Punta Gorda
941-505-8440 | peaceriverseafood.com
Perfect Caper
Excellent global technique and local ingredients have earned Perfect Caper a spot on national best-of lists.
121 E. Marion Ave., Punta Gorda
941-505-9009 | theperfectcaper.com
Prime Serious Steak
This contemporary steakhouse offers hand-cut, at least 28-day-aged Iowa Premium Black Angus beef, along with seafood and classic steakhouse sides.
19655 Cochran Blvd., Port Charlotte
941-627-8325 | primeserioussteak.com
Riviera Bar & Grill
Offering laid-back vibes, freshly made dishes, a waterfront location with boat-up access, cocktails and live music.
5500 Deltona Drive, Punta Gorda
941-639-2633 | rivierabarandgrillpuntagorda.com
Rum Bay Restaurant
This Palm Island destination, accessible by boat or ferry, features casual island dining, seafood, burgers and tropical cocktails.
7400 Rum Bay Court, Placida
Water taxi: 7092 Placida Road, Cape Haze
941-697-0566 | rumbaypalmisland.com
SandBar Tiki & Grille
A lively local tiki bar, featuring seafood, house-smoked barbecue, tropical drinks and live music.
1975 Beach Road, Englewood
941-460-8280 | sandbartikigrille.com
TT’s Tiki Bar
TT’s features standard bar fare, live music, cold drinks and a waterfront setting.
33 Tamiami Trail, Punta Gorda
941-637-6770 | ttspg.com
The Twisted Fork
Featuring roadhouse energy, homemade Southern food and live music.
2208 El Jobean Road, Port Charlotte
941-235-3675 | twistedfork.net
Visani Italian Steakhouse and Comedy Theater
This Italian steakhouse features touring comedy and music acts.
2400 Kings Highway, Port Charlotte
941-629-9191 | visani.net
Wally’s Southern Style BBQ
Offering slow-smoked ribs, brisket, pulled pork and homestyle side dishes.
3591 S. Tamiami Trail, Port Charlotte
941-613-0005 | wallysbbq.com
Winesett House
Featuring a coastal American menu, craft cocktails and a carefully curated wine list.
139 W. Marion Ave., Punta Gorda
941-637-9477 | winesetthouse.com
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