Cape Coral’s Boathouse Tiki Bar & Grill reveals new tiki-hut design
Updated: 4:58 PM EST Nov 24, 2025
The Boathouse Tiki Bar & Grill restaurant in Cape Coral revealed its new design plans on Monday, showcasing a three-story, modern tiki-hut structure.The owner, Mike McGuigan, said the final plans will be completed in a few weeks.The City of Cape Coral stated that the Boathouse, which is located at the Cape Coral Yacht Club, should be back up and running by 2028, following a 30-year contract agreement with the owners.The restaurant burned down last October 2024, shortly after reopening from Hurricane Milton.Previous coverage:Cape Coral Boathouse agreement expected Sept 6Cape Coral residents wonder when the Boathouse will be torn down and rebuiltBimini Bait Shack helping out the Boathouse Bar and GrillThe Boathouse Tiki Bar and Grill in Cape Coral a ‘total loss’ after massive fireDOWNLOAD the free Gulf Coast News app for your latest news and alerts on breaking news, weather, sports, entertainment, and more on your phone or tablet. And check out the Very Local Gulf Coast app to stream news, entertainment and original programming on your TV.
CAPE CORAL, Fla. —
The Boathouse Tiki Bar & Grill restaurant in Cape Coral revealed its new design plans on Monday, showcasing a three-story, modern tiki-hut structure.
The owner, Mike McGuigan, said the final plans will be completed in a few weeks.
The City of Cape Coral stated that the Boathouse, which is located at the Cape Coral Yacht Club, should be back up and running by 2028, following a 30-year contract agreement with the owners.
The restaurant burned down last October 2024, shortly after reopening from Hurricane Milton.
Mike McGuigan
Boathouse Tiki Bar and Grill renderings.
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