Waterfront & Outdoor Dining on Fort Myers Beach
On Fort Myers Beach, the view is part of the meal. Eat with your toes in the sand on the Gulf, pull up by boat on the back bay, or catch the sunset from an open-air deck. Every restaurant in our Waterfront & Outdoor Dining directory is a member of the Fort Myers Beach Chamber of Commerce.
Waterfront & Outdoor Dining Members
Browse every Chamber member restaurant, bar, and café with water views or outdoor seating in the member directory. Featured members appear first, and profiles include details like contact information, hours, and menus where provided.
Where to Eat by the Water
On the Beach
The Gulf side of Estero Boulevard is where you’ll find true beachfront dining, with tables steps from the sand. Because the beach faces west, these are the best seats on the island for sunset.
Expect open-air decks, beach bars, and patios right on the sand, many with live music, fresh Gulf seafood, and tropical drinks. Several resorts along the beach also have restaurants and poolside bars that welcome the public.
In the heart of the island, around Times Square, you’ll find casual outdoor spots a short stroll from the beach, good for a midday break or a drink after a day on the sand.
On the Bay
The back bay side, along Matanzas Pass, Fisherman’s Wharf, and Old San Carlos Boulevard, is home to working docks, shrimp boats, and dockside restaurants. Some welcome guests who arrive by boat, so call ahead to ask about docking.
Fisherman’s Wharf and Old San Carlos Boulevard are lined with dockside restaurants serving seafood straight off the boats, some in buildings with decades of island history. Expect harbor views, live music on deck, and a front-row seat to the boats coming and going.
Just Off the Island
A short drive over the bridge, San Carlos Boulevard and the marinas near Punta Rassa and Cape Coral add more waterfront options, from casual sports bars to marina restaurants with Gulf access, sunset views, and boat slips for diners.
Good to Know
Waterfront seating fills fast in season and around sunset, so plan ahead or arrive early. Hours can change with the season and ongoing rebuilding, so check each member’s profile or call before you go.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Fort Myers Beach restaurants are right on the beach?
The Gulf side of Estero Boulevard has the most beachfront dining, with several Chamber member restaurants and beach bars just off the sand. Browse the member directory for the full list.
Can I get to a restaurant on Fort Myers Beach by boat?
Yes. Several back bay restaurants along Fisherman’s Wharf and Matanzas Pass welcome guests by boat, and some marina restaurants nearby offer boat slips for diners. Call ahead to confirm docking.
Where is the best place to watch the sunset while dining?
Fort Myers Beach faces west over the Gulf, so any beachfront restaurant along Estero Boulevard has a clear view of the sunset. Arrive early in season to get a table outside.
Are these restaurants Chamber members?
Yes. Every restaurant in the Waterfront & Outdoor Dining member directory is a member of the Fort Myers Beach Chamber of Commerce. Member profiles include contact information and, where provided, hours and menus.