{"id":24373,"date":"2025-10-28T22:40:08","date_gmt":"2025-10-28T22:40:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/24373\/"},"modified":"2025-10-28T22:40:08","modified_gmt":"2025-10-28T22:40:08","slug":"big-nicks-bbq-opening-in-cape-coral","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/24373\/","title":{"rendered":"Big Nick’s BBQ Opening in Cape Coral"},"content":{"rendered":"

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The newest location of Big Nick’s BBQ will be opening in Cape Coral soon. <\/p>\n


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CAPE CORAL, FL \u2014 Big Nick\u2019s BBQ is expanding its Carolina-style barbecue concept with a new location at 4720 SE 9th Place, Ste 200, Cape Coral, FL 33904<\/a>. Owner Timothy Collier told Business Debut the restaurant is targeting a December 2025 opening at The Cove at 47th Street, a new mixed-use development that will also feature three other restaurants alongside 327 luxury apartments and retail space.<\/p>\n

What to Expect<\/p>\n

The Cape Coral location will seat about 48 guests, including 30 on a spacious patio. The restaurant will follow a fast-casual, counter-service model inspired by traditional Texas-style barbecue halls. Guests will select their proteins, which are sliced to order, before choosing sides and drinks.
\u201cIt\u2019s all smoked fresh daily, right on site,\u201d Collier told Business Debut. \u201cWhen it\u2019s sold out, it\u2019s gone. Everything we make\u2014from our brisket to our sauces\u2014is prepared in-house.\u201d<\/p>\n

Menu and Vision<\/p>\n

The menu features smoked brisket, pulled pork, turkey, and spare ribs, alongside a popular smash burger and signature sides like brisket mac and cheese, baked beans, green beans, coleslaw, and fried okra. Desserts include key lime pie and banana pudding made from scratch.<\/p>\n

Collier said guests can also expect rotating specials such as smoked prime rib sandwiches during the holidays and corned beef Reubens in March. The new Cape Coral location will introduce local craft beer and wine\u2014an addition not available at the original drive-thru in Fort Myers.<\/p>\n

Collier co-owns the Florida operations with partner Eric Flett. The concept was originally founded in North Carolina by Collier\u2019s longtime friend Tim Fiske, who named the restaurant in honor of his late father, \u201cBig Nick\u201d Fiske.
\u201cOur Fort Myers drive-thru proved there\u2019s a strong demand for what we do,\u201d Collier said. \u201cThis new restaurant is what I always envisioned Big Nick\u2019s to be\u2014a place where people can sit down, enjoy fresh barbecue, and have a beer with friends.\u201d<\/p>\n

Opening Timeline<\/p>\n

The team is targeting a December 2025 opening.<\/p>\n

Hours<\/p>\n

Open seven days a week, 11 a.m.\u201310 p.m., with the kitchen serving until 9 p.m. The restaurant will close one hour earlier on Sundays.<\/p>\n

Follow for More<\/p>\n

Visit their website<\/a> and follow their Facebook<\/a> and Instagram<\/a>.<\/p>\n