Today was a super gloomy day and it almost looked like it was going to snow lol! Dave suggested…read morethat we head out to Matlacha and Pine Island and have a late breakfast at the Pine Island Getaway Cafe. Great idea! We love supporting our local community as it is still recovering from Hurricane Ian. We crossed the bridge towards St. James City and towards the Cafe. It was bustling and it looks like a lot of snow birds have found this hidden gem. Everything is homemade and baked there. We ordered our usual- Scrambled eggs piled high on a Croissant with bacon and cheese. A delicious crispy concoction that keeps us coming back! Not to mention the fresh ground coffee and the little patio outside overlooking a peaceful lake. We ate our sandwiches outside in the cool beautiful breezy weather. The sandwich is so yummy and you need a fork and knife to cut through the delicate croissant. Then off we go to our favorite little Publix on Pine Island to grocery shop. A lovely way to begin our day!

Such a cute café and restaurant with delicious pastries and sandwiches! There's a great patio out…read moreback overlooking the water -- part of it is even screened in, which makes it the perfect spot to relax and enjoy the view. We tried the almond croissant, coffee éclair, gyro sandwich, a Cuban coffee, and a café olé -- everything was fresh and flavorful. If you find yourself on Pine Island, don't miss this little gem just off the beaten path!

Driving through the lazy town of Bokeelia, was this Cuban family owned bakery & coffe shop. Very…read morecozy inside with retro style chairs. Definitely felt a sense of old town Cuba with photos plastered on the walls. Met with the barista who made me a cortadito from the stainless steel expresso machine. The coffee was strong and added sugar from the kiosk. The oversized chocolate eclairs and muffins were inviting, but we were on our way to lunch in Fort Myers. The owner introduced himself and had a brief discussion. The back patio had a wooden bar top with stools and a lacquered dominoes table across from a large Cositas food truck for catering. The gender neutral bathroom was clean with large tile flooring and a circle wall mirror with a black rim.

We vacationed in the area and, once we found Cositas, we were there three times in four days! Very…read morecute little shop right on Stringfellow Road. They have tables indoors and out, as well as several different menus. At the first visit we had delicious, succulent Cuban sandwiches and coffees: Iced caramel macchiato for me and Cuban coffee for hubby. The next day we got delicious pastries as a hostess gift for family we were visiting. They had all flavors: guava, coconut, chocolate, vanilla, etc. Everything was delicious without being overly sweet. On our third visit we had Cuban breakfast sandwiches (egg, ham & cheese on Cuban bread) and more of their delicious coffee. This is one restaurant we'll miss upon returning home.

Everything is great but my favorites are the Floridian omelet, shrimp & grits and the breakfast…read morewrap. Yumm. This place is awesome.

My wife and I visited Salty Girls Island Café two days ago, and the experience was unacceptable…read morefrom start to finish. When we walked in, the place was hot and uncomfortable, as if the A/C wasn't working. We sat down anyway and ordered water, only to be told there was no ice available. We both ordered the same breakfast sandwich -- an everything bagel with sausage, egg, and American cheese -- along with a half order of biscuits and gravy. After waiting 39 minutes, the food finally came out, and it was wrong across the board. The sandwiches were served on croissants, and we were told you didn't have American cheese. My wife pointed out the mistake, and her plate was taken back. I kept mine because of how long we had already waited. When her replacement sandwich came out, it was on a plain bagel. When she reminded the server she ordered an everything bagel, she was told she could "put everything bagel seasoning on it herself." At that point, we decided to leave. The server told my wife the biscuits and gravy were removed from the bill -- which was the only thing handled correctly during the entire visit. We left frustrated, hungry, and disappointed. I am requesting a full refund for this visit. The level of service, accuracy, and professionalism we experienced does not match the reputation or the number of positive reviews your café has. I want you, as the owner, to be aware of how poorly this visit was handled.

This place is the heart of Matlacha. It's a central meeting place for locals, visitors and…read moresnowbirds alike. Staff is incredibly kind, compassionate and courteous. The food is fun, because there's a little something for everyone. Yet the staff is kind, thoughtful and relaxed enough to make accommodations. That's rare these days. Parking may be tight, but it would be silly to rely on your car in Matlacha. There is a gorgeous park nearby with a large pier and plenty of parking. From there, the Perfect Cup is a short walk and ideal mental reset to transport anyone that visits Matlacha into the prophetic and elusive "Island Time." The bubbly and enlivening environment is enough to recharge you for a play day in Matlacha. It is inspiring to see how much this small community of even smaller business manage to survive and thrive all along a 1000' strip of delightfully walkable roadway. I encourage everyone to take advantage of the honor and privilege it is to walk through the doors of places still standing in Matlacha.

I want to share my deep disappointment regarding my experience at your restaurant. We waited over…read morean hour to be seated, only to watch multiple parties of two walk in and be seated within 15 minutes, while our party of three was ignored. In my opinion , a well-managed restaurant would offer to accommodate a party at a smaller table or provide updates to improve the situation. Furthermore, my husband is handicapped, and while we were not seeking special treatment or free items, it was upsetting to see our place in line disregarded so blatantly while other tables were prioritized ahead of us. While the food was acceptable, it did not justify the long wait or the unfair seating system. I hope you take this feedback seriously to ensure other guests do not have a similar experience. I won't recommend anyone to this restaurant and one of your signs says what happens here we talk all week! I WANT TO TELL YOU THAT WHAT HAPPENED THERE WE WILL TALK ABOUT IT FOR A LONG TIME, AND MANY OTHERS WILL READ IT!!!

Pulled pork & fried shrimp Excellent !!!…read moreHot and fresh Fries so good!! Nice clean friendly and great hours!

Absolute hidden gem, and I'm delighted I didn't realize it is essentially a food truck with a cool…read moreTiki-themed seating area right on the water, when I suggested it to my wife. We wanted to explore Pine Island and came across their excellent Google reviews. As we were driving in, I began to worry that the hours listed on Google for their location were incorrect. But we went all the way to the end of the dark Marina tonight, and there it was! We ordered the Crabby fries, the Smashburger in the Pastrami Reuben. One of the reasons I think their food is so delicious is that they make many items in-house, such as the amazing queso that came with the fries (which might have been the best fries I've ever had- no exaggeration). They prepare the fries in a unique way that doesn't involve deep-frying them, unlike most places. They also smoke their pastrami, and the Pastrami Reuben sandwich was also delicious. We also both enjoyed the Smashburger. An upgrade to bun might be worthwhile, but it was damn tasty. We also had a lovely chat with one of the managers?, Matthew. He was super knowledgeable and clearly passionate about the restaurant. It was dark when we went, but I'm sure it's a beautiful view of the water and the marina during the day. We'll be back to try the wings and some other menu items. Visit them soon, you won't be disappointed!

The Yucatan never dissapoints! We made reservations even though we're in not in the season, and our…read moretable was ready as we arrived by boat. We were greeted by our server Natalie, who provided exceptional service to us, showing us what some of the dishes looked like. The food, as always, was excellent and you can't beat the water view. Great job Natalie and the staff and chefs at The Yucatan!

Let us start eleven months ago when I composed a scathing review of our GO TO restaurant. In that…read morereview we literally wrote-off Yucatán Waterfront after years of monthly visits. This past Friday our kids were visiting and insisted on going to YW and so we did. Folks, the storm clouds have parted! The ship came in! The underdog horse won the race. We "got over Macho Grande." Yucatán Waterfront is back and in a big way. Small drab portions..GONE! Don't give ---- service..GONE! Food..plated beautifully, tasting fantastic...YES! Our party of five, including a three year old, were served by Ashton, who never missed a step. My escargot was done differently than before, much better, with tasty garlic bread which is HUGE improvement over the stale mini roll from before. My wife's Taco Salad, son's Blackened Shrimp, Daughter-in-law's fried shrimp and grandson's burgers were all perfect. While I didn't try their dishes, the adults food looked like it came from a master chef. If you, like us, had a bad experience a year ago and stopped coming to Yucatán...it's time to go back.

This is a wonderful addition to the Pine Island restaurant roster. The food is classically Cuban…read morewith wonderful authentic taste. The decor is just so so as it is an old Dairy Queen. But we took our food home and it was fantastic. My husband had a Cubano Media Noche pressed sandwich. I had their shredded beef bowl, which is the Ropa Vieja with Rice and Black Beans. They also sell Malta and other drinks to complement Cuban food. They definitely have a coffee selection as well. The wait time was very quick and so the service was very good.

A fast-casual Caribbean-flavored restaurant (with a drive-thru!) opened in the former Dairy Queen…read morelocation on Stringfellow Road in St. James City. Picture churrasco (grilled steak) with chimichurri, Cuban sandwiches, burgers, stuffed potatoes and grilled chicken bowls and you'll be on the right track. Everything is homemade, including the guava and cheese pastelitos and empanadas we got on the go and inhaled in the car. Breakfast (with Cuban toast, ham & cheese sandwiches and croissants, fried and scrambled eggs dishes) is available 7-10:30 a.m. beginning Sept. 9. Open 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday to Sunday. 10493 Stringfellow Road, St. James City, (239) 282-0168, follow on Facebook.

Matlacha Specialty Market is an adorable little store in Matlacha. The store is quaint and…read moreupscale....it almost seems out of place in the small fishing village. It is however, the place to go to get any gourmet food or snack you could think of: Cheese, salmon, dips, spreads, crackers, etc. At first glance, the store looks a bit small. There is also a large back room with clothing, knick knacks, souvenirs, and even more food. The owners were lovely. They helped my son who ran back and forth several tunes for snacks. Most of all we will be indebted to the owner for recommending what has become our favorite brand of pretzels, Dots. Now we buy Dots Pretzels by the pound online. So if you are looking for a little treat or souvenir when staying in Matlacha, make sure to stop at the Specialty Market.

Stopped in for the first time on 12/9/17. Great selection of specialty foods for the chef at home…read more Also a full selection of beer and reasonably priced quality wines. Common items are also available. Wide selection of cheeses, meats and great snaking food for entertaining and parties. Owners are helpful and fun to talk to. I'll be back.

Useful shop with basic necessities. reviewing mostly in order to share photos of what they had on…read morethe shelves.

From the owner: Come explore the local island market! Featuring your grocery, beach, and household essentials and…read moremany charming local handmade souvenirs. We are also serving up delicious ice cream cones and a full coffee bar. Freshly renovated since Hurricane Ian and proudly locally owned and managed.

Circle K is at the first and only major intersection as you're coming on to Pine Island. Things…read morehave improved since Michael S wrote his review in 2010 - there is a Publix, Winn-Dixie and even a competing 7-Eleven a block away. Traffic has increased since then too! This is quite the well stocked Circle K with the usual snacks and drinks plus gas pumps outside with Shell products. The restroom was mostly clean and accessible. The gals behind the counter were wearing their masks, mostly. The store has a large "beer cave" with more than enough of whatever it is that you're drinking while you enjoy the island. [Review 16754 overall - 1481 in Florida - 267 of 2022.]

There are a few stores on Pine Island and this one was close to our motel. Very well-stocked store…read morewith everything from bait to beer. Excellent staff as well. Lots of boaters and RVers use the store's location on their way to Bokeelia or St. James. My friend found a nice Chardonnay here, surprising for convenience stores.