We were looking for a very casual spot to take a two year old and the cafe in the Jerry's…read moresupermarket was perfect. There is a kids menu with lots of variety and good prices. Plus they have booster seats and coloring menus! Adult food was reasonably priced too and there's a good selection. Lots of adults eating there...we were the only one with a child in tow. Service was excellent!

Thanksgiving Thursday in July. Turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, gravy and cranberry sauce.read more

Great food! I recently went during lunch and got the Cuban sandwich, loved it and will be going…read moreback to try some of the other items. Friendly service and the cost was good.

I went there for lunch and a little break from school. They were very nice, food was good. I got…read morethe Pernil Sandwich! Yummmm!

If you're looking for breakfast on Sanibel, Lighthouse Cafe absolutely deserves a visit. We love…read morebreakfast, and after trying so many places over the years, it can start to feel like every menu offers the same dishes prepared the same way. Lighthouse Cafe managed to make a classic breakfast memorable. We ordered the French toast, and the portion was huge and easy to split. More importantly, it was absolutely delicious. The eggs we ordered were cooked exactly as needed, the bacon was perfectly crisp, and the cheese grits were rich, creamy, and full of flavor. We literally cleaned our plates and ate every bite despite our intentions to simple stop by for a taste. One of the biggest surprises was adding fish to breakfast. It's not something I would have ever thought to eat for breakfast, but it ended up being one of the highlights of the meal. The fish was incredibly tender and paired surprisingly well with the rest of the meal. It was such a unique addition that it changed the way I think about breakfast. We intentionally ordered some standard breakfast items because we believe that's the best way to judge a breakfast restaurant. If a place can make the classics exceptionally well, that's usually a great sign. Lighthouse Cafe exceeded our expectations across the board with their delicious plates and service. Not to mention it is nice to visit a locally owned restaurant whose owner is present and working alongside their staff. From the quality of the food to the generous portions, everything was excellent. If you're on Sanibel and want a breakfast that goes beyond the ordinary while still nailing all the classics, Lighthouse Cafe is a great place to visit.

This establishment is definitely one of the better places on the island for a great breakfast…read more Dailey specials like crab cake & spinach Benedict, stuffed French toast along with typical American breakfast offerings are available. The owner, Dan greets each and everyone that walks in the door. The coffee is robust and they are quick to refill your cup. Definitely a place where you feel welcome and the service is great.

Some of the best breakfast food we have had anywhere! I had the bacon and cheese omelette and my…read morewife had the French toast. From placing our order to the food arriving at the table was almost "scary fast" (like did they bug the table with what we were talking about fast) but was of the highest quality. Nice and fluffy omelette, and the French toast was so full of flavor, both were extremely tasty! (We shared both dishes) And if the quality of the food wasn't enough of a reason, the staff was extremely friendly!

Quick service, friendly people, and steaming pipe hot coffee makes for a good first impression!…read more This is the "new" Lighthouse Cafe. New in the sense of a new location after the former one was destroyed by Hurricane Ian in 2022. One thing remains though is the good food and friendly people who work here. I ordered one of their "specials" - the Mahi sandwich (blackened, tyvm) where fries and cole slaw came with it. The sandwich was very good and the Cole slaw was tasty. I'm not much of a fries person but the one I had was pretty good too. There's booth and table seating inside as well as table seating outdoors on the patio. There's a lot of lighthouse pictures that adorn the walls. I love old lighthouses so I really enjoyed looking at them. I like the new setting, the good food, and the polite and friendly atmosphere. I recommend you check this place out!

I was thinking this was more of a restaurant, but it's a food truck and a beer hut (which is cool,…read moreI just thought it was a whole building). The servers were very nice. We only partook in the most beer bucket special (5 16oz domestics for $24). I browsed the food menu, and the prices were way too much for essentially bar food. I get it, though. It's a place directly in the sand on the beach, so you're going to pay for that. The tables are in the sand (which I loved), and had shade. They do have porta potties in front of the food truck; the one I used was very clean and dry. Nice place for some beach people watching.

A quick plane to get a drink or food on the beach. Staff were friendly and the nachos were amazing.read more

Very nice little deli where I had the chicken salad salad. It was fresh and tasty and we were given…read morevery good service. We also tried the espresso and a latte and both were very nice. A nice place for a quick lunch or a breakfast.

If you're looking for a steak sandwich done the right way, Gaucho Deli doesn't miss. Great food,…read moreatmosphere and service! This is a must go-to spot in Estero.

We have dined here a few times over the years when we stay in Sanibel and it's always been very…read moregood. This past Saturday night this was the best place in the world To be, if not for the attentive caring and thoughtful staff my beautiful wife would have lost her life. Thank you for paying attention for seeing things that I was incapable of seeing and taking action to get EMS there as quickly as possible, life-saving measures were taken to save her life and if not for YOU She would not bee here, we are grateful we really were bummed we missed out on the crème brûlée so we will definitely be back to finish our anniversary weekend dinner blessed

We saved Wickies Lighthouse Restaurant for our final dinner of a weeklong trip to Sanibel Island,…read moreand it ended up being one of the highlights of our entire vacation. Every seat in the restaurant was filled, which tells you everything you need to know. Make a reservation because this place is incredibly popular. The service was outstanding from start to finish. Our server was warm, attentive, and somehow managed to provide exceptional service despite the restaurant being completely packed. The entire staff made our last night on the island feel special. We forgot to take photos of the appetizers, but trust me, don't skip them. The fried green tomatoes were the unanimous favorite at our table and an absolute must-order. Crispy, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. We also ordered the conch fritters, which our family always seeks out whenever we're in Florida, and these were honestly some of the best we've ever had. The crab cakes were delicious as well, but the fried green tomatoes and conch fritters definitely stole the show. For my entrée, I ordered the Quinoa Steak Salad, and I was shocked by the size. The portion is enormous and could easily be shared by two people, or even serve as a family-style salad for three or four. The steak was perfectly cooked, and the combination of quinoa, avocado, fresh vegetables, and cheese made it both hearty and refreshing. Several people at our table ordered the evening special, the blackened snapper over mushroom risotto, and it was phenomenal. The snapper was perfectly cooked, flaky, and full of flavor, while the creamy mushroom risotto complemented it beautifully. It was easily one of the standout dishes of the evening. The honey glazed salmon was another favorite at our table. The braised short ribs were rich, tender, and beautifully presented. One person in our group ordered the stuffed lobster and thoroughly enjoyed it, mentioning both the flavor and the generous portion size. The fish tacos were good, but with so many exceptional dishes on the table, they simply weren't the standout. Between the exceptional food, generous portions, outstanding service, and lively atmosphere, this was the perfect way to end our week on Sanibel Island. It's easy to see why every table was full. If you're visiting Sanibel, make reservations in advance. This restaurant is popular for a reason, and after dining here, we completely understand why. Five stars. We can't wait to come back.

We came here as a party of 7 for Mother's Day brunch! We sat outside and even on a 91 degree day,…read moreit wasn't too terribly hot. They were packed and they were doing their best to get people in and out! It would be legit if they added big ceiling fans to the outside seating area for days like this to keep the air circulating. We got a variety of dishes: the chicken fried pork tenderloin, eggs Benedict, chicken & waffles, the kids pancakes, the kids breakfast sandwich, and fried okra to share! Everything was fresh, hot, and fantastic. The only thing I don't recommend is the kids breakfast sandwich. It is just eggs on white bread! My favorite was the chicken & waffles. My kids ate half of it, it was that good! Our service was amazing from both the hostess and our server. I definitely recommend and would come back in a heartbeat. Even though we didn't get to sit inside, we went in to look around and it's super adorable. I love the ambiance of an old fashioned diner, especially the bar that overlooks the busy kitchen!

Had just checked into hotel and got to the restaurant around 1pm. Had not eaten anything yet and…read morewas surprised that they still offered both breakfast and lunch. Menu was super clean! Love that! Decided on lunch. The order: grilled fish sandwich with extra lettuce; a side of Mac and cheese (how can you not get Mac and cheese at a diner? It is what diners are to be judged on!!); and a piece of banana cream pie Probably one of the best grilled fish sandwiches I've ever had. It had the lettuce, some coleslaw to keep it interesting and a piece of fresh grilled fish. The Mac and cheese was death row meal worthy! Loved the banana cream pie too! My waiter Avery steered me right on the selection. Went back another day for lunch. I had the fish on the Ellie Mae salad and it was good. And the key lime pie. Avery waited on me both times and is a gem! Very pleasant, attentive, and dead in with his suggestions. Wish I could return! Need to try the breakfast!!