{"id":252539,"date":"2026-04-30T14:56:23","date_gmt":"2026-04-30T14:56:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/252539\/"},"modified":"2026-04-30T14:56:23","modified_gmt":"2026-04-30T14:56:23","slug":"six-cape-coral-restaurants-with-wonderful-waterfront-views","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/252539\/","title":{"rendered":"Six Cape Coral restaurants with wonderful waterfront views"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you love waterfront dining, you\u2019re certainly in the right place.<\/p>\n

Southwest Florida<\/a> is swimming with restaurants that fit the bill, from Mucky Duck<\/a> on Captiva to Doc\u2019s Beach House on Bonita Beach.<\/p>\n

And in between those two gems are plenty of beachfront, Gulf-front, lakefront, canal-front, riverfront and (insert body of water here)-front options.<\/p>\n

Cape Coral<\/a> is no exception, with more than a dozen such restaurants calling the waterfront wonderland home.<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s a quick look at six of them (all accessible by boat) with great views and cool vibes to match \u2026<\/p>\n

Bimini Basin Seafood & Cocktails<\/p>\n

Grant Phelan knows when he has a good thing. And at his new casual seafood restaurant<\/a>, the view of Bimini Basin certainly qualifies.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe whole restaurant, inside and out, is all open,\u201d he said at the time of opening. \u201cThere\u2019s not a bad seat in there. I like to say it\u2019s an infinity-edge restaurant. You can see the basin from any seat.\u201d<\/p>\n

To accompany those lovely waterfront views, he took the best dishes from his other Phelan Family Brands restaurants, including the miso-glazed Chilean sea bass from Keewaydin\u2019s, hogfish Bimini style from Hogfish Harry\u2019s, Deep Lagoon\u2019s popular chili rub tripletail and Pinchers\u2019 hot crab & cheese dip that \u201ceverybody loves.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Bimini Basin Seafood & Cocktails’ signature drinks are served with a waterfront view.<\/p>\n

(And speaking of Pinchers, the one in Tarpon Point has wonderful waterfront views too).<\/p>\n

Happy hour (Bimini Bites from 2-5 p.m. and Bimini Sips from 2-6:30 p.m. daily) at the welcoming bar or chill outdoor patio is our favorite time to go (we\u2019re obsessed with those crabcakes!)<\/p>\n

\u201cCome sit and enjoy the breeze,\u201d Phelan said.<\/p>\n

We\u2019ll see you there. 458 Tudor Drive, Cape Coral; free valet or garage parking; plenty of on-site boat slips available; (239) 347-7033; biminibasinrestaurant.com<\/a>\u00a0or follow on Facebook<\/a><\/p>\n

Cape Harbour Oyster Bar & Grill\"Cape<\/p>\n

Cape Harbour Oyster Bar & Grill is located on the west end of Cape Harbour in Cape Coral.<\/p>\n

We love the views at this fun, family-owned, no frills, Key West-flavored spot on the western end of Cape Harbour. To the right is the marina, buzzing with boats of all shapes and sizes. More boats come and go past the funky fish houses on the left.<\/p>\n

Order oysters and that view is pretty cool too, as they\u2019re shucked right in front of you. Gulf and Blue Points are always on the menu, with many more (nine available the last time we were there) rotating in and out. They come raw, lightly or fully steamed or baked.<\/p>\n

\"Cape<\/p>\n

Cape Harbour Oyster Bar & Grill is a laid-back, fun stop in Cape Coral.<\/p>\n

Not an oyster fan? Other menu items include an award-winning Coney dog, a giant pork tenderloin sandwich, burgers, salads, ceviche and more seafood favorites.<\/p>\n

A $7 happy hour runs 3-6 p.m. Sunday to Thursday. Weekly specials \u2014 from \u00a0$2 Blue Points on Mondays to $2 off wings on Sunday \u2014 are posted on a chalkboard on the wall. Daily specials, oysters currently available, and the fresh fish of the day are displayed the same way. Turn your head left, then right, to see them. It\u2019s all so easy peasy breezy, just like Cape Harbour Oyster Bar. 5785 Cape Harbour Drive, Unit 102, Cape Coral; a couple of boat slips available on site; (239) 599-2947; capeharbouroysterbar.com<\/a> or on Facebook<\/a><\/p>\n

Gather\"Gather,<\/p>\n

Gather, one of our favorite restaurants around, overlooks Tarpon Point Marina in Cape Coral.<\/p>\n

\u201cIf you come at night, everyone will sit outside,\u201d said Ben Voisin, executive chef and partner of this waterfront Tarpon Point staple. \u201cAt night, the sunset is unbelievable.\u201d<\/p>\n

Daytime views of dolphins and marina boats bobbing in the breeze aren\u2019t too shabby either.<\/p>\n

Everything else is pretty spectacular, too.<\/p>\n

Menus \u2014 whether it be weekend brunch or dinners after 5 p.m. \u2014\u00a0are carefully crafted, Mediterranean-flavored works of art.<\/p>\n

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Gather’s interior is just as lovely as its waterfront views.<\/p>\n

We\u2019ve loved everything we\u2019ve had here \u2014 from the ahi tuna tataki and duck wings to the wagyu smash burger and any house-made pasta dish. (And speaking of outstanding house-made pasta, we\u2019d be remiss if we didn\u2019t mention Voisin and company\u2019s equally glorious adjoining restaurant Next Door with the same waterfront view, just a smidge down).<\/p>\n

And like those sunsets, Gather\u2019s craft cocktail program is an experience you won\u2019t want to miss either. Happy hour from 5-6 p.m. Tuesday to Friday is a great time to check it out.<\/p>\n

And you may want to stay for a spectacular sunset, too. 5971 Silver King Blvd., Suite 116, Cape Coral; free garage parking; boat slips available in the marina; (239) 673-9939; gathercape.com<\/a> or on Facebook<\/a><\/p>\n

High Tide Social House\"High<\/p>\n

High Tide Social House has marvelous waterfront views of Tarpon Point Marina in Cape Coral.<\/p>\n

Because this lovely open-air restaurant sits on the south end of the marina, it has a more secluded feel and unique view compared to other Tarpon Point eateries. And we love it. Views of the marina and Glover Bight can be seen from pretty much everywhere, including in the open dining room and lively bar area or on the expansive porch.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s an ideal setting for all your seafood favorites, which we expect from Chris and Mary Beth Keslinger, who also own Lobster Lady.<\/p>\n

But this 3-year-old restaurant is much more than that. It\u2019s also about fun and creative pizzas, like figs and pears, clams with white sauce, taco-topped with crushed Doritos (our favorite) and even a lobstah pie.<\/p>\n

\"We<\/p>\n

We love to settle in at High Tide Social House’s open-air bar and front porch area.<\/p>\n

Not feeling like pizza or seafood? No problem.<\/p>\n

There are beef (filet mignon, porterhouse, prime rib) and chicken dishes, plus a variety of salads, handhelds (cheesesteak, pulled pork, Cubano, hot Italian among them) and burgers. Look close enough and you\u2019ll even find gator on the menu. <\/p>\n

And did we mention there\u2019s live music on the outdoor stage? And it\u2019s pet-friendly? And how you\u2019re gonna love it too? 6095 Silver King Blvd., Cape Coral; boat slips available in the marina; (239) 341-4441; hightidesocialhouse.com<\/a> or on Facebook<\/a><\/p>\n

Nauti Mermaid\"You'll<\/p>\n

You’ll find The Nauti Mermaid Dockside Bar & Grill at The Westin Cape Coral Resort.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re looking for a super casual waterfront bar & grill, this dockside stop fits the bill.<\/p>\n

Since it\u2019s located at The Westin at Marina Village, vacation vibes wash over you all around. Grab a seat under the roof-covered bar or ask for a table near the pool where service is fast and some of the friendliest around.<\/p>\n

The seafood-leaning menu \u2014 appetizers, flatbreads, handhelds, burgers, salads and more \u2014 fits the vibe perfectly.<\/p>\n

\"The<\/p>\n

The Nauti Mermaid’s dockside bar offers an easy-breezy getaway.<\/p>\n

We\u2019ll go for the mahi tacos and catch-of-the-day Caesar and hang out for the live music, splashing dolphins and tarpon, and the aforementioned spectacular sunsets. Happy hour here runs from 3-6 p.m. daily.<\/p>\n

Step inside and you\u2019ll find Marker 92, which has a more upscale, yet still casual, feel and menu and a large indoor bar. Rest assured, though, wherever you sit, you\u2019ll still feel those vacation vibes perfect for a quick weekday or weekend recharge. You\u2019ll find it at The Westin Cape Coral Resort at Marina Village, 5951 Silver King Blvd.; free garage parking; boat slips available in the marina; (239) 541-5000; find on Facebook<\/a> and Instagram<\/a><\/p>\n

Slipaway\"Slipaway<\/p>\n

Slipaway Food Truck Park & Marina has 30 boat slips ready and waiting in Cape Coral.<\/p>\n

This 8-month-old food truck park, a first in Cape Coral, couldn\u2019t be more waterfront. The 3.1-acre venue, complete with a marina and ship store, is on Mandolin Canal, off the Caloosahatchee River at the foot of the Cape Coral Bridge. <\/p>\n

Waterfront views and breezes dominate this popular stop, overflowing with variety. There\u2019s a large pavilion \u2014 anchored by The Helm Bar \u2014 in the middle of Slipaway, surrounded by six smaller pavilions (from the Waterfront to Marina View) and food trucks scattered about in pairs.<\/p>\n

\"The<\/p>\n

The Helm Bar is situated in the middle of Slipaway Food Truck Park & Marina in Cape Coral.<\/p>\n

With seating for 300, there are tons of spaces\u00a0to relax, from that covered main pavilion to picnic tables scattered about and cushioned lounge areas. It\u2019s all extremely family and pet-friendly. Live music is featured twice daily.<\/p>\n

When everyone\u2019s hungry, there\u2019s something for everyone. Order from a QR code at a table or drop by one of the trucks.<\/p>\n

Street Wok and Taco Worx are the newest trucks to join the lineup, which also includes Smokestream BBQ (we love the pulled pork here), Lobster Chef, Yunta Cuban & Espresso, Gigi Gourmet, The Crooked Cow, Greek Spot and Philly Express. <\/p>\n

Self and valet parking are free. Or, with 30 slips, come by boat. After all, this is a waterfront wonderland. 1811 Cape Coral Parkway E., Cape Coral; (239) 360-8883; slipawaycape.com<\/a> or on Facebook<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Robyn George is a food and dining reporter for The News-Press. Connect at\u00a0rhgeorge@fortmyer.gannett.com<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

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This article originally appeared on Fort Myers News-Press: 6 Cape Coral restaurants with wonderful waterfront views<\/a><\/p>\n