Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach is full of amazing restaurants that will satisfy any palate. For an extra-special experience, we recommend trying one of our waterfront restaurants where you can enjoy refreshing breezes, fantastic views, and relaxing atmospheres alongside the tasty cuisine.
There are a wide variety of waterfront dining options in the area, and we recommend trying as many as you can:
1. Farlow's On The Water
A tropical dining destination on Ainger Creek, Farlow's On The Water, offers a winning fusion of Southern and Caribbean cuisine. For starters, try the fried green tomatoes drizzled with Farlow's famous cocktail sauce. Other popular dishes include the Shrimp & Kentucky Cornbread and Anguilla hogfish. Don't miss out on the cocktails, either: choose from a selection of mules, island favorites, and other tasty handcrafted refreshers.
2080 S. McCall Road, Englewood | 941-474-5343
2. Riviera Bar & Grill
Discover a slice of paradise in Punta Gorda with waterfront dining at Riviera Bar and Grill. This friendly neighborhood spot sits on shimmering Alligator Creek in Punta Gorda, and offers docking. The menu is created with care and live music abounds! Try the Grilled or Fried Grouper Reuben, Harbor Lobster Roll, or the Admiral Joe's Combo, then grab a slice of Riviera Bar & Grill's Key Lime Pie for a perfect topper.
5500 Deltona Dr., Punta Gorda | 915-584-1542
3. Harpoon Harry's Restaurant and Sports Bar
Harpoon Harry's serves fresh comfort food on the waterfront of Fishermen's Village in Punta Gorda. They also have plenty of TVs for viewing the game or live music and fun arcade games for kids. Their menus includes fresh seafood and made-from-scratch dishes with a Southern twist like coconut shrimp bowls, grouper baskets, and the steam pot trio. Kid's meals include shrimp baskets and kid's burgers. Be sure to try the Bloody Harry, their signature Bloody Mary.
1200 W Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda | 941-637-1177
4. Ken & Barb's Grove City Kitchen
Ken & Barb’s is a chef-owned restaurant on Oyster Creek. They offer pub-style food, with plenty of salads, seafood, sandwiches, burgers, and more. Dinner specials are always changing as the chef gets creative and takes advantage of fresh local ingredients, including seafood.
They also offer vegan and gluten-free options, as well as a nice kid’s menu for the under-12 crowd.
2000 Oyster Creek Drive, Englewood | 941.460.8999
5. The Captain's Table
on Charlotte Harbor
The Captain's Table is a local institution with stunning views of Charlotte Harbor. Enjoy the freshest gulf seafood, hand-cut steaks, and dishes from their award-winning chef. Try the coconut shrimp, the lobster grilled cheese sandwich, or their famous grilled grouper sandwich. They also offer private dining for special events.
1200 W Retta Esplanade #55, Top Floor | 941.637.1177
6. Sandbar Tiki & Grille
With views of the Gulf of Mexico in the front and water access in the back, Sandbar is the best of both waterfront dining worlds! The friendly party atmosphere and periodic live music pair perfectly with hearty and tasty food, which means you'll always have a great time.
1975 Beach Road, Englewood | 941.460.8280
7. Lighthouse Grill & Tiki Bar
From it's location right on Lemon Bay, the Lighthouse Grill & Tiki Bar serves up tasty ice-cold drinks and fresh seafood, salads, sandwiches, and much more in a convivial atmosphere with lots of life music and gorgeous sunsets.
260 Maryland Ave, Channel Marker 17A, Englewood | 941.8281368
No matter which of these waterfront dining experiences you choose, you will leave with memories of the stunning views and delicious food. Don't forget to catch as many sunsets as you can!
