Best Restaurants in Fort Myers and Cape Coral– Sizzle Dining Picks

In September 2025, Southwest Florida once again turns into a paradise for food lovers: the popular Sizzle Dining Festival brings together 127 restaurants in Fort Myers, Cape Coral, and beyond, offering exclusive lunch and dinner menus at special prices.

The menus include 2 to 4 courses and start at just $19. Depending on the restaurant, prices go up to $59. The best part: For every menu sold, $1 goes to “Blessings in a Backpack”, a nonprofit organization providing nutritious meals to elementary school children in need.

In 2024, the event raised $60,000. For 2025, co-founder Guy Clarke hopes to reach at least $80,000.

🌟 Best Restaurants in Fort Myers – Sizzle Dining Picks

With so many options, it can be hard to choose. Here are some highlights in Fort Myers:

🍝 San Matteo (University Village Shops)

Authentic Italian cuisine with 2–3 course menus at $29 or $39. Perfect for lovers of traditional and modern flavors.

🌶️ Savour (McGregor Boulevard)

A creative kitchen with Spanish flair, bringing something different to the table.


🍷 Cape Coral Dining – Local Favorites

Cape Coral also offers some exciting restaurants you shouldn’t miss during Sizzle Dining 2025:

🌿 Sage on 47th (SE 47th Terrace)

Italian-inspired dishes, far from the usual classics – fresh, creative, and surprising.

🍝 Next Door (Silver King Boulevard)

Located by the water and famous for its homemade pasta, offering much more than your typical Italian eatery.


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💙 Conclusion: Taste, Enjoy & Give Back

The Sizzle Dining Festival 2025 in Southwest Florida is more than just a food event – it’s a unique chance to explore new restaurants, enjoy great cuisine at special prices, and support a good cause.

Whether you’re a local or a visitor, it’s an event not to be missed. And for the perfect combination of culinary highlights and relaxation, our Villa Romantic Cape Coral makes the ideal base.

💙 Taste, enjoy & make a difference – that’s what Sizzle Dining is all about.


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