Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Southwest Florida

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Updated May 05, 2025

Looking for the best overall restaurants in Southwest Florida? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Next Door

4.9

4.9 (206)

$31 to $50

Italian

Cape Coral

About the restaurant

Welcome to Next Door.

Fresh pasta restaurant in Cape Coral, that combines authentic traditional recipes with a modern twist.

Using only the best ingredients and importing the most popular products, our chefs prepare fresh dishes direct to your table daily.

Papardelle, ravioli, gnocchi, and other typical pasta dishes are all made in our open kitchen.

Wines from the old world regions are available as well as delicious craft cocktails.

Besides dining in, Next Door has a market where foodies can pick up their favorite ingredients, and handmade pastas to cook in the comfort of their homes.

Top review

Bethany

Dined 6 days ago

Next door is one of our favs. Food, drinks, desert—SO SO good! The staff are phenomenal and give the best recommendations! We were celebrating our anniversary tonight and they brought us champagne and our desert even had happy anniversary written on it. Such a nice touch!

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Popular dish

Ravioli

The Melting Pot - Ft Myers

4.9

4.9 (1180)

$50 and over

Fondue

Fort Myers

About the restaurant

There's just something about a fondue pot that invites conversation. Invites laughter. Invites coming together.

At The Melting Pot Restaurant, we offer a dining experience like no other. A unique, interactive dining experience creating memorable moments with family and friends. From the time the first piece of bread is dipped and the last piece of dessert is savored, you'll be graced with the time to discover new things about people you thought you knew. And, those you're getting to know.

We are the premier fondue restaurant where guests can enjoy a choice of fondue cooking styles and a variety of unique entrees, salads and indulgent desserts. It's up to you. Tailor your visit with a four-course dining experience including cheese fondue, salad, entree and dessert. Or, come by for fondue cheese paired with that perfect glass of wine from our extensive selection.

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Linda

Dined on Apr 24, 2025

We had a wonderful time. The food was good and Keith our waiter was attentive and fun!

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Experience

Celebrate Mother's Day with us!

Dusk at the Ritz-Carlton, Naples

4.9

4.9 (430)

$30 and under

Sushi

Naples

About the restaurant

DUSK, one of the most sophisticated sushi restaurants located in The Ritz-Carlton, Naples, is a modern twist on the classic Florida boardwalk hideaway. The bar is designed to bring the atmosphere of the beach at twilight indoors with its innovative cocktail menu and sleek décor.

Enjoy the sushi prepared by a world recognized sushi chef and take small plates outside onto the terrace where lounge sofas and fire pits await overlooking the Gulf.

Located on the lobby level of the beach resort, the newly designed bar brings the atmosphere of the beach at twilight indoors. The sophisticated design features soft colors, oversized lanterns, flexible seating perfect for gathering with friends and a spectacular outdoor patio that provides scenic Gulf of Mexico and preserve views.

Nightly music and a selection of creative cocktails exclusively designed for DUSK are the ideal complement to this stylish adult’s only setting.

Top review

Mick

Dined 1 day ago

Extremely high quality sushi, very fresh. I highly recommend.

Angelina's Ristorante

4.9

4.9 (5938)

$31 to $50

Italian

Bonita Springs

About the restaurant

Benvenuti Angelina’s! Thank you for choosing Angelina’s. We serve only the finest products available, from Wagyu steaks to our hand-made pastas and rustic house-baked bread. Our Chef utilizes the freshest ingredients to create a culinary experience unlike any other. For table requests and special event reservations, please call 239-390-3187. We do not take reservations for Happy Hour, we seat Happy Hour on a first come, first serve basis.

Consistently awarded Wine Spectator Magazine's 2-glass and Best of Award of Excellence, and our wine menu was developed to complement and enhance your menu choices. Our highly-qualified staff and Sommelier can assist you in choosing that perfect bottle of wine.

Our dress code is Business Casual, no casual shorts and no open-toed shoes for men. Dressy denim with a dressy top is acceptable, but please always dress to impress when you choose Angelina's.

Top review

Stacey

Dined 2 days ago

We love Angelina’s! So impressed with their healthy and amazing menu! Excited that the breads and pastas are homemade with flours from Italy, no seed oils only Italian olive oil, and fresh vegetables and meats. The plating is so beautiful! And service impeccable, friendly and attentive. Love this gem!

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Spaghetti and Meatballs

Harold's - Fort Myers

4.9

4.9 (626)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Villas

About the restaurant

Harold's is synonymous with Ft. Myers. Chef Harold Balink has been feeding folks in the area for 30 years. This latest venture is farm to table with eclectic American cuisine. Complete made from scratch kitchen with influences from around the globe and a full display pastry station. Open for dinner Tuesday through Saturday it is the place too dine, celebrate, explore, imbibe or just have fun. Full service, full liquor, extensive global wine list with exceptional service staff. You are treated like family. Best New Restaurant, Golden Spoon, James Beard recognition, Top Tripadvisor are some of many accolades.

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Lori

Dined 3 days ago

Outstanding service coupled with exceptional cuisine made for a memorable experience. Heather provided excellent descriptions of the menu and first rate service. I highly recommend Harold’s and will certainly be back.

Oyster Society

4.9

4.9 (4911)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Marco Island

About the restaurant

The Oyster Society, Seafood and Raw Bar, is located in the heart of Marco Island. We take pride in bringing our guests hand-selected local seafood, shellfish, and daily raw bar specials. Our first-class wine collection and expertly-crafted cocktails are perfect compliments to our seasonal seafood dishes. Transport back in time with Roaring 20's inspired rooms and Art Deco interiors as you soak in the nautical touches and listen to live music from the jazz age.

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Tim

Dined 3 days ago

It's always a great night when you get to experience Oyster Society. Thanks to all.

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4.9

4.9 (353)

$50 and over

Global, International

Bonita Springs

About the restaurant

Chef Driven Restaurant.

Chef Petar carefully selects all ingredients, elevating them to the sublime by applying his expertise and techniques, together with his team, creating exquisite food and providing a memorable experience.

Come, join us for dinner today!

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Jeff

Dined 3 days ago

Scallops and pork belly dish was amazing and the berry crepe for dessert was nothing short of delicious. Chef Petar ensured that my spouse who has a food allergy could enjoy a delicious meal in spite of the ingredient restriction. Our server was thoughtful and generous. This place is rockstar!

The London Club

4.9

4.9 (116)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Naples

About the restaurant

The London Club offers fine dining with a side of live entertainment Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings. Reservations are taken only for dining-music and cocktails are offered on a first come, first served basis depending on availability.

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AmberVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Great experience overall with the service, music, food, etc

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Experience

London Club Dining With Live Music

Experience

London Club Mother's Day Brunch

Experience

London Club Dining With Live Music Summer

bha! bha! Persian Bistro

4.9

4.9 (5277)

$31 to $50

Persian

Naples

About the restaurant

Welcome to Bha! Bha! Persian Bistro--Executive Chef, Michael Mir's award-winning, Persian culinary concerto on Fifth Avenue South in Naples, Florida. Cherished guests are transported to the magical world of Ancient Persia, where aromas of delicate, fragrant spices, simmering fruits, sizzling kabobs, and perfumes of fresh mint and basil seduce the senses. Bold flavors from fresh meats, poultry, and fish embrace the palate, joining for the perfect union with carefully selected wines from our exquisite wine list. At Bha! Bha!, the Old World moonlight shines an exciting, innovative life into the staples of Persian tradition. We ask that guests kindly refrain from bringing their own wine or other bottles. Additionally, because Bha! Bha! is a mature dining experience, we also ask that arrangements be made for the care of toddlers and small children where possible.

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Beverly

Dined 2 days ago

We had such a good meal, as always. The dishes are unique, and so flavorful. The service was perfect as well - friendly and attentive, very professional. We love bha bha every time we go. It never disappoints.

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Popular dish

Lamb Eggplant Napoleon

El Gaucho Inca- Estero

4.9

4.9 (360)

$31 to $50

Peruvian

Estero

About the restaurant

El Gaucho Inca - Estero
Discover the perfect blend of Argentinean and Peruvian cuisine at El Gaucho Inca in Estero. Chef Mariano Maldonado brings an explosion of exotic flavors to every dish, creating an unforgettable dining experience. Celebrate all your outdoor gatherings with us and indulge in a taste of culinary excellence!

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KimVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Another Amazing and DELISH Dinner at El Gaucho. We LOVE this restaurant so much. Sooo much flavor. One of the best kept secrets in Estero. The flavors explode in your mouth 😛👍🥂.

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Popular dish

Ceviche

Experience

Bread with Huacatay Sauce

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