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Your guide to the best restaurants, bars, events & things to do in Southwest Florida 🌴

Eat • Drink • Play • Explore 🍔 From Naples to Fort Myers, Estero + MORE

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05/25/2026

Brunch at and I genuinely don’t know how we top this 🍋🥂

🛒 A build-your-own spritz cart rolled straight to our table. A CART.
🦪 Oysters on the half shell that might be some of the best I’ve ever had
🥑 Avocado bruschetta and a crispy Tuscan egg to start
🍝 Eggs Bistecca and Radiatore Carbonara with crispy guanciale and pecorino romano for the main
🍸 Finished with an espresso martini because obviously

Chef Michael Mina’s Italian-inspired brunch at Saltleaf on Estero Bay is absolutely the move. Saturday and Sunday 11am to 3pm. Save this one

📍Acqua Bistecca | Saltleaf on Estero Bay | Bonita Springs FL

04/30/2026

Pizza night is officially upgraded 🍕🔥

If you’re looking for pizza in SWFL / Fort Myers, you need to try , especially if you love Detroit-style pizza with those thick, crispy, cheesy edges.

We tried a full spread and here’s what stood out 👇

✨ Wings with their NEW sauces
Sweet teriyaki + garlic parmesan… both so good

🍕 Detroit-style pizza
Thick crust, crispy edges, loaded with cheese

🍯 NEW Mike’s Hot Honey
Drizzled on top = next level

🍩 Cinnamon stix
Soft, sweet, and honestly my favorite part

Perfect for a pizza night, takeout in Fort Myers, or casual dinner in SWFL

Would you try hot honey on your pizza?! 👀👇

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04/24/2026

Looking for things to do in Fort Myers or a spot where you can shop, eat, and relax all in one place? Save this 👀✨

in Fort Myers is one of my go-to spots when I want a little bit of everything — drinks, shopping, self care, and dinner all in one place.

5 things to do at Bell Tower Shops Fort Myers:
McGregor’s Public House for a casual drink or bite 🍻
Fleet Feet for a custom shoe fitting 👟
Noire Nail Bar for the best pedicure 💅
Burntwood Tavern for dinner and drinks with outdoor seating 🍽️
Sola Salons for beauty services ✨

📍 Bell Tower Shops Fort Myers, Florida

Save this for your next Fort Myers adventures🤍







04/23/2026

Overdue girls night at in Fort Myers… and this one just felt right 🤍🍝

If you’re looking for a classic Italian spot with that cozy, neighborhood vibe, this is it. They’ve been serving Fort Myers for over 40 years, and you can taste it in every dish. From homemade garlic knots to traditional family recipes, everything felt simple, fresh, and done really well.

Perfect for a girls night, date night, or just when you’re craving a good Italian dinner 🍷✨

What we ordered:
Homemade garlic knots
Bruschetta
Meatballs
Lasagna
Chicken Francese
Chicken Florentine
Shrimp Francese
Tiramisu

📍 Fort Myers, Florida

04/22/2026

There’s just something about finding a really good breakfast spot… and Keke’s is one we’ll keep coming back to 🤍☕️

Everything is made fresh to order, and you can actually taste the difference. From the cold brew to the classic breakfast plates, it’s one of those places that just does it right.

They have multiple locations across Southwest Florida, so it’s an easy go to whether you’re meeting friends or grabbing a casual breakfast 🍳✨

What we ordered:
Cold brew with cold foam vanilla and caramel
Eggs benedict with home fries
Cheesesteak omelet with loaded fries

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04/17/2026

You can meet an elephant that used to belong to Michael Jackson… right here in Southwest Florida 🐘

We went to and did the Rise & Shine Caretaker Experience, and this was easily one of the coolest things I’ve done in SWFL.

You help prepare their breakfast, feed them, and even get in and help bathe them! All while learning about elephant conservation from their caregivers.

We met:
🐘 Baba (34) – African elephant (yes, Michael Jackson’s former elephant)
🐘 Susie (39) – African elephant
🐘 Patty (53) – Asian elephant

They offer a few different experiences, but this one is about 1 hour and limited to small groups, so it feels really personal.

📍 Myakka Elephant Ranch, Southwest Florida
⚠️ Reservations are required

If you’re looking for things to do in Southwest Florida, unique experiences in SWFL, or a once-in-a-lifetime animal experience… this is it.

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