I have bought from this place for a few years. Had a great experience until this last trip…read more Bought some number 1 crabs and they were not the correct size or quantify. This was the first time I had that experience. I contacted them and left a message on the office phone and within 10 minutes, I received a call back from the manager Dallas and he made things more than right. I have worked in customer service before and did everything correctly. He responded quickly, he listened and was not making excuses and he proposed a solution to my problem and ask if that would be acceptable! I will go back again and will support locally owned businesses like this that put customer satisfaction ahead of everything else!

A hidden gem for crab lovers. They have fresh blue crabs, big sizes and prices are great.. worth…read morethe drive.

This Publix is my favorite go to store, when we go to Bokeelia. It is much smaller than my…read moreneighborhood Publix, but has everything I need. It's a beautiful newer store that survived the hurricane. The staff is friendly and helpful and it's just the right size to pick up a few things on the way home. They have also added some spaces for a few stores outside. So if your in the area, please stop and see what a lovely Publix this is!

Not a very large Publix but they seemed to have everything I needed today, including a box of keto…read morebrownies that I brought to a birthday dinner and some flowers. Like other Publix stores, this one does a three for $12 that makes for a huge and beautiful bouquet. This is a new shop and a new shopping plaza that is still filling out. So far, Publix is the only one here and the parking lot is a little weird. Tidy, bright, well stocked. This is a great Publix. Deli looked great, meat counters were full and the seafood display was perfect. [Review 16764 overall - 1491 in Florida - 277 of 2022.]

They have a great variety of mangoes to include the huge variety of Kent and Keitt mangoes! These…read morelast two are available sometime in July timeframe. The price is competitive at $3 a pound for their mangoes and $3.50 per pound if you need to use a card. The staff were friendly. I have prices in my pictures. They also do pick your own fruit group tours.

This place is wonderful! Doug took us on a picking tour and it was a great experience. Fifty year…read moreold mango trees that his father planted. This time of year they are full of delicious mangos. It's the perfect day trip to take the family if you love mangoes as much as we do. Pine island also has some really cute shops to stop at on the way~

This place is a gem!! Highly recommend. My family and I are from out of town, staying in Tampa for…read morea few days. We decided to make a trip to St. James City originally to visit La Vang( terribly disappointed with that place) . We came across Hot Tropic by accident and it was such a pleasant surprise. The couple are so incredibly sweet and friendly. Fruits are priced fairly, showcased beautifully, and tastes very fresh. I don't think you can pick your own fruits in the garden but the fruits are out in the open for you to choose from. Fresh coconuts are stored in the fridge and are HUGE. The coconut meat is so creamy and firm. They offer sugarcane juice, meat turnovers, pickled mangos, lychees, guavas, mangos, and more! Co Bach was so so kind and honest with what she sells. She was very willing to help me with the coconut. Even though their fruit farm is smaller than La Vang down the street, I will be bringing my business back here any day!

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.

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.

The beautiful multi-colored wall mural paintings were inviting. Walking up the big cement steps…read moreadded a nostalgic, old school feel. The mound of red snapper on ice was eye-catching, with its vibrant color standing out against the chill. Entered the tiny market and noticed the fresh grouper and sea bass filets in the display case. Large stone crabs at $27.00 per pound were actually competitive priced. The tubs of white fish and smoked salmon dip were slightly high at $10.95 for a quarter tub. The Alaskan King crab legs looked intimidating by their enormous size.

Amazing location! Blue crab steamed to perfection and the ladies were very nice. Definitely will…read morevisit again when I'm in town!

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.

Strategically positioned at the point of Matlacha with a free boat ramp with an optional $15 per…read moreday fee if you leave your trailer in the lot. This shop was packed to the rim with live bait offering every boating and fishing apparatus needed for a great day on the Gulf of Mexico. Bought two frozen bricks of chum to unload into the water to stir up the fish. A decent variety of beer and soft drinks and pre-made quick grab sandwiches. Styrofoam coolers and bags of ice are also available.

We are not locals. We've been in bait shops all up and down the Gulf shore. I have to say this is…read moreone of the most helpful and friendly bait & tackle stores we've been in. They went above and beyond, helping us with our live bait and information for local fishing. Knowledgeable about all the local areas and what's hitting on what. And their bait is lively and lasts a long time. They'll even help set you up so that your bait lives longer. They're a good helpful humorous bunch! We were there four times on this trip and every time they helped us in a different way. As a former business owner, I highly recommend this group. Great fishing and tackle information and professional. And just good old, plain, friendly! When we're back in the area, I would definitely be back here.

love love this place. You should start shipping your key lime pies! I get things shipped frozen all…read morethe time. This would be a home run. if you ever start shipping we will order them !!

Their seafood was fresh and the best. Brought all visiting relatives and friends there for lunch…read more I have lost 69 pounds waiting for them to reopen. Miss their Grouper sandwich. Doc