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The Perfect Caper, Punta Gorda, FL
The Perfect Caper, Punta Gorda, FL
The Perfect Caper, Punta Gorda, FL
The Perfect Caper, Punta Gorda, FL
The Perfect Caper, Punta Gorda, FL

The Perfect Caper

4.8
4.8
3117 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary French / American
The Perfect Caper is Southwest Florida's premier dining destination. Located in Punta Gorda, halfway between Sarasota and Naples, on Florida's Gulf Coast. The Caper is a casually elegant neighborhood restaurant, with something for EVERYONE! The Caper offers a truly unique dining experience as well as superior service and atmosphere & craft cocktails....Globally inspired cuisine, locally sourced!

We feel the Caper is an extension of your home and that you and your family will feel welcomed at our table. Enjoy life...Eat Good Food!

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2 people

11:00 PM


Booked 32 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French / American, French American, Asian
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Wed–Fri 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Lunch Wed–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (941) 505-9009
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Jeanie Roland-James Beard Semifinalist
  • Private party facilities
    We are always available for private functions.
  • Private party contact
    James Roland: (941) 505-9009
  • Neighborhood
    Punta Gorda
  • Cross street
    Nesbit St.
  • Parking details
    We offer parking in the private lot that is adjacent to the building.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,117 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Southwest Florida

    Best Food

  • Southwest Florida

    Good for business meals

3,117 Reviews
  1. GeorgeH

    New Orleans

    29 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Fantastic cuisine. Fresh high quality ingredients evident. Beautiful plate presentation. Unique & delicious appetizer offerings. Attention to detail in the food. We look forward to returning on our next area visit.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good food, good service and good value. What more could you ask?

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  3. LaurieH

    Nashville

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall2food2service3ambience5
    I am a huge fan of the perfect caper, but very disappointed in lunch yesterday. I almost always have dinner not lunch. The lunch selection is limited. The sandwiches were all bread, the fries were over cooked, the salads inconsistent from one to the other The worst part of the experience was that it took 35 minutes to get our meal

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  4. PamelaS

    New York Area

    45 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    45 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautifully cooked scallops, nice pork chop, delicious duck and great mammas chicken for the group of us. Good wine selection and Mary Jane was our nice, efficient and professional server. We will return

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  5. SusanG

    Naples

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A favorite spot, great food, great service. We celebrate all of our birthdays at the Caper. Tamara our server was friendly and attentive. A great time!

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  6. Patience

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience2
    Food was so good! Mary Jane was our server and she was very fantastic. We definitely would come back and also recommend the Perfect Caper to others!

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Naples

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    Great food unfortunately we thought we waited too long for a drink and food. Don’t be in a hurry!

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  8. ChrisR

    Las Vegas

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our go to favorite restaurant. Fine dining at its finest.

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  9. eatoutking

    West Palm Beach

    100 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    100 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This has been our Thanksgiving destination for 10 years, and we will be coming back, Good food and good service.

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  10. RalphF

    Naples

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    overall3food5service1ambience5
    We are long time customers and have always had excellent meals and service. However, this Thanksgiving we were disappointed with our server Mary Jane as she was in a rush from the minute we sat down.

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  11. rebecca

    London

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience1
    The food was great! The service was great! The space is dark old and dated.

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  12. DianeS

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best restaurant in town!! Food is great. We go there and are always happy. Their pate is wonderful.

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  13. RTDragonfly

    Tampa

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were a party of 6 and everyone really enjoyed their meals, from the calamari appetizer to the entrees to the desserts. Already thinking of our next time there 😀

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  14. ChrisinUpstateSC

    Charleston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food and service was as good as ever. The server was very knowledgeable and accommodating. Food was phenomenal...continues to be the best restaurant in Punta Gorda.

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  15. NickP

    Naples

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is the best/finest dining in the area! Food is sourced and prepared meticulously. Calamari is the best in the WORLD

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    Naples

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    The blk grouper was just ok in flavor. Last Saturday I had the snapper and it was terrific. Tonight it appeared they were short staffed everything seemed to take extra time.

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  17. OpenTable Diner

    Naples

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service was excellent, the food was delicious and it made our 44th wedding anniversary a beautiful night

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  18. AthenaD

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience2
    Disappointed this time. I've always loved coming here but it was very busy, noise level was very loud (I would not call it energetic) just loud. Food is very good. Service was disappointing this time.

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our favorite place. Another outstanding meal and great service by Shawna.

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  20. Maureen

    Chicago

    17 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2023

    overall4food4service2ambience3
    This is a very popular restaurant in Punta Gorda, particularly for the early crowd. Even with this in mind, we were very surprised that they were nearly out of the day's special (Snapper) when we were seated around 5:20 pm. The dish was great, so it is a shame that later diners missed out. Overall, the service was slow. There was a significant wait for cocktails and then we asked for bread and waited another 10 minutes or so for that. My suggestion is that the restaurant comp the focaccia or other bread option if the kitchen is going to be slow. It was very nice that they recognize a birthday with a card at the table. Thank you!

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  21. TommyeM

    Greensboro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our second time at The Perfect Caper and it was just as marvelous as the first time. The service (thank you, Mason) was impeccable. There were three of us, and we all chose different entrees - Red Snapper with couscous, a large pork chop with fig jam, and a crab cake on polenta with asparagus. Each dish was perfectly prepared and beautifully presented. A fruit tart with passion fruit cream and raspberries finished it all. Excellent recommendations from Mason enhanced our meal. Can’t wait to go back!

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  22. karengilhooly

    Hawaii

    29 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Mason did an excellent job as our server. Sharp, articulate, and very service oriented. He’s a great add to the serving team - and is a walking talking ambassador for your brand. He is really devoted to the restaurant. It makes us feel good to see that level of enthusiasm!

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  23. Downhill

    Tampa

    85 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    85 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our first time and we can't wait to go back! The food, ambience and service was amazing! The place was hopping. Truly one of the best restaurants in all of Florida!

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My go to place with my gal pals for lunch, dinner & happy hour! . Food is sublime. Wine selection is wonderful! Always a great place to fine!

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  25. JohnL

    Naples

    15 reviews

    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on November 7, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Excellent food and menu choices. Service was somewhat slow, as was the time to get our food. Had to ask for some bread while we were waiting.

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  26. emptynesterdiners

    Naples

    48 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    48 reviews

    Dined on November 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had our 43rd anniversary at the Perfect Caper and the experience was excellent in all phases. The drinks and wine were great, the food was prepared to our liking, and deserts were over the top good also. They seated us on time with a recognition of our anniversary and the night had no events where we were less than satisfied with the service, food or atmosphere. I would recommend this restaurant for a great meal and night out with friends or family.

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  27. RoyM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    An excellent meal and super service. A perfect meal to celebrate our anniversary. Chef Jeanie also came out to wish us well. We will definitely be going back

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  28. TammyB

    Northern MI

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Enjoyed my birthday dinner at Perfect Caper. Our service was excellent and the food was outstanding. The server made a great wine suggestion.

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  29. JoeMcC

    Minneapolis

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food. Wonderful service. One of the best restaurants we have been to in SWFL. Extremely highly recommended.

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  30. Anicka

    Naples

    83 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    83 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Have recently discovered this gem. We keep trying different dishes each time. Everything’s delicious. High gastronomy without the pretension. Needs a Michelin star! Fabulous service to top it all.

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  31. JanetM

    Naples

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful evening spent with friends enjoying the delicious specials that you can always count on Perfect Caper to offer!! Perfect dinner at Perfect Caper!!

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  32. Chayzoo

    Grand Rapids

    52 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    52 reviews

    Dined on November 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food is outstanding! We love coming to Perfect Caper.

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  33. AmyL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Dinner was excellent. The pink fedora cocktail was a delightful surprise. Dessert may have been the best I’ve ever had. I Love Love Love this place❣️

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  34. stanleyr

    Naples

    29 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    As usual, the best in SWFL for everything and maybe all of FL

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  35. TeresaP

    Detroit

    6 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience3
    Food is always very good, but menu could use some new dishes. I miss the days when the delicious bread was complimentary and a small appetizer and fudge cube were offered. Those treats made the place feel special. We also dislike their rigid new policy of requiring you to place entree order before they will take an appetizer order.

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  36. Jennifer

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We recently ate at the Perfect Caper for the first time, but it won't be our last. We thoroughly enjoyed our meal, the service, and the atmosphere. I had the scallops and whipped potatoes, and my boyfriend had the roasted chicken special. Both were delicious. We also enjoyed the side of brussels sprouts. This is a great little hidden gem in downtown Punta Gorda. Definitely go try it if you haven't already.

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  37. LoriP

    Detroit

    17 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    The food was delicious. Recommend Miso Salmon and Crabby Scallop! We dined here in March 2023 and felt that the waitstaff was very attentive. Not so much this time. Disappointing since it’s expensive, and you feel compelled to leave a generous tip. Will likely purchase the new cookbook.

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a great experience. The specials this night were fantastic. I never imagined a combination of beets and avacado, but chef pulled it off beautifully in the starter. The mains, one fish the other chicken, were also off-the-charts yummy. I'm never disappointed when I come here.

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  39. BeverlyB

    Tampa

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and service was great as always!! Was there for a birthday!!

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  40. LauraB

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 26, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience4
    The atmosphere was great. Booth nice and large and comfortable. Our appetizers was delicious ( best thing we had). While our main course was good, it lacked seasoning. My husband had the filet, cook on it was perfect but no seasoning whatsoever. I hand the Berkshire pork chop and it was good but again no seasoning. The only real letdown was the lobster Mac andCheese. The sauce was grainy, the sauce was broken.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

The Perfect Caper offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 505-9009.

The Perfect Caper is rated 4.8 stars by 3117 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

11:00 PM


Booked 32 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Perfect Caper

121 E. Marion Ave., Punta Gorda, FL 33950

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Nesbit St.
  • Neighborhood
    Punta Gorda
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Wed–Fri 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Lunch Wed–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French / American, French American, Asian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    We offer parking in the private lot that is adjacent to the building.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jeanie Roland-James Beard Semifinalist
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (941) 505-9009
  • Private party facilities
    We are always available for private functions.
  • Private party contact
    James Roland: (941) 505-9009
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