Best Coffee Shops and Cafes in Fort Myers Beach

"The Lighthouse Restaurant offers wonderful sunset views as well as a delicious fresh seafood menu. Try the Crispy Calimari or Grilled Octopus for some different seafood appetizers. Signature entrée offerings patrons love include the Atlantic Salmon, Stuffed Flounder and Atlantic Salmon."

"We boldly state that we serve the World's Best Breakfast and we mean it. Next time you are vacationing or visiting Sanibel Island, we invite you to stop in and see for yourself!"

"This restaurant has some of the most beautiful views of all the restaurants on both islands. It has an outdoor patio and the inside is a wall of windows."

"Open Wednesday - Sunday 8:00am to 2:30pm, Closed Monday and Tuesday. If you’re after a super-healthy option for breakfast, Sanibel Fresh is perfect for you. As its name implies, the food here is whole and natural, with organic greens, fresh fruits, grass fed beef and uncured bacon and ham."

"We ate here on our way out of town and wish we had found it sooner. Very fresh, healthy and tasted amazing. Hubby had the quiche speci..."

"Bennett’s Fresh Roast takes pride in roasting their coffee fresh in-house. No matter whether you want a bold-flavored espresso, a creamy latte, or a cappuccino, you’ll find it on the menu. They also serve a range of premium iced teas, and the food menu features plenty of delicious breakfast choices, including Cajun grits, oatmeal, breakfast sandwiches, and a range of amazing yeast-raised donuts made from scratch."

"The owner was featured as a mighty contestant in the show Donut Wars, their larger style donuts are in high demand and loved by all who try them. Famous for their Maple Bacon donut, this shop does its best to bring the unique flavors together for a sweet breakfast treat. Not only do they specialize in bagels, but also provide some of the freshest roasted coffee in Fort Myers."

"An absolute must-visit on your sweet tour of Fort Myers is Bennett’s Fresh Roast. Famous for its fresh donuts, Bennett’s serves up more than 20 different varieties including peanut butter, s’mores, orange coconut and maple walnut crunch. Couple a fresh donut with a cup of Joe, and your Florida vacation is officially complete!"

"Voted as the best Gulf-front dining on Sanibel Island, Sea Breeze Cafe at the Sundial Beach Resort offers a sumptuous breakfast spread 7 days a week. Their daily buffet breakfast features chef's omelet choices, fresh fruit and breads, and other traditional breakfast and brunch favorites. Their special meal preferences also offer some excellent Vegan and Gluten free options as well."

"If you’re craving a meal on the water, you’ll love Sea Breeze Cafe on Sanibel Island. Located at the island’s Sundial Beach Resort & Spa, Sea Breeze Cafe is a refreshing stop for dinner. Just a few feet from the water’s edge, Sea Breeze serves up a diverse menu featuring wild-caught seafood, fresh salads and great sandwiches."

"The Sea Breeze Café offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and a variety of fresh seafood menu offerings. For starters, try the Lobster Mac N’ Cheese, crab cakes or Gulf oysters as appetizers. The fresh seafood dinner entrees abound."

"Tucked in a side street of downtown Fort Myers between burger joints and bars, is this oasis of health. Green Cup is known for its fresh raw juices, whole-food smoothies and filling acai bowls. The wraps are generous, full of items like salmon, hummus, veggies, and chicken."

"Another standout on our trip was Green Cup Café, a mostly vegan restaurant. This botanical café had a variety of sandwiches and salads with a vegan twist. I got an Oyster Mushroom Gyro that was to die for and Andrew devoured every bite of his Black Bean Crunchwrap Supreme."

"The Sanibel Cafe has been on the island for more than 30 years and allows you to enjoy a casual breakfast with the ones you love most. Let the welcoming staff seat you in the dining room or out on the patio, then see if you’re able to pick from one of the selections on the huge breakfast menu!. Pick an island favorite like the breakfast quesadilla or fish and eggs, or go for something more traditional like a 2-egg breakfast or corned beef hash."

"We were in the area for four days and ate here twice for breakfast!. I even purchased a Sanibel Cafe coffee mug I "loved" my biscuits and gravy!"

"The Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW) is a wildlife rehabilitation facility that cares for over 3,000 orphaned, injured and sick migratory and native wildlife patients per year. Unlike your typical zoos, this veterinary hospital rehabs these creatures and aims to return them to their natural habitat. To make the most of your visit, join their daily presentations, which are led by a pro."

"The Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife is a teaching hospital and visitor education center dedicated to saving wildlife through state-of-the-art veterinary..."

"Like the Cypress Slough Preserve, the Four Mile Cove Ecological Preserve in Cape Coral has a wonderful boardwalk through the Florida wetlands with plenty of photo ops. Plus, this preserve is attached to the Veterans Memorial Park, which features many impressive war monuments. The Four Mile Cove Ecological Preserve is open between 8 AM till dusk on most days."

"Measuring over 100 acres, the Calusa Nature Center and Planetarium is a fantastic way to get children interested in ecology. After watching a show at the 87-seat planetarium, go on a hiking trail, visit live animals, and check out the butterfly room. Typically, Calusa is open Mondays through Saturdays from 10 AM – 4 PM and on Sundays from 11 AM – 4 PM."

"With a retro vibe inside the restaurant, you’ll experience a bit of nostalgia from the Betty Boop and Elvis Presley era while enjoying classic meals. When it comes to made-from-scratch mouthwatering dishes, this family-owned and locally famous place offers a sensational breakfast. From the popular quiche to eggs, bacon, and french toast, everything is made with fresh ingredients from local farmers, plus they’re natural and chemical-free."

"Here’s a retro roadside shake shack that will smother you with nostalgic flavors the way fries here are smothered with homemade chili. Slide into a booth and order a classic blue plate special – the beef stroganoff, say, or buttermilk-fried chicken. Cheeseburgers, liver and onions, and the usual diner suspects line the menu alongside classic Florida fare including Key West grilled shrimp, and Mel’s key lime haddock."

"They were putting everyone in the same room and it was so loud. The milkshake is 5 dollars and they gave..."