The Perfect Caper

Name: The Perfect Caper
Address: 121 E. Marion Ave., Punta Gorda, FL, United States, 33950
Telephone: (941) 505-9009
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.9

4.9

2619 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary French / American

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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!

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Aug 9, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 18 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(941) 505-9009

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
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
Website
http://www.theperfectcaper.com/
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

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

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Popular dishes

Crispy Shrimp$13.00
jumbo prawns, wrapped in shredded filo, fried crisp, avocado relish, blood orange vinaigrette
The Perfect Caper Paté$10.00
house chicken liver paté, mission fig-vidalia onion relish, rustic pear jam, french bread crisps, caper berries
A Warm Goat$13.00
warm goats cheese with roasted garlic, kalamata olive tapenade, caponata & roasted peppers- fresh parsley, grilled crostini
Asparagus Soup$7.00
avocado mousse, tomato parsley relish
Foie Gras Club$18.00
seared foie gras, tomato apple jam, crisp smoked bacon, tiny greens, on grilled house brioche
Sweet & Spicy Calamari$12.00
lightly seasoned & flash fried squid, sweet & spicy chili sauce, toasted peanuts, green onion
Pork Belly Tacos$12.00
crispy pork belly, spicy salsa verde, crème fraîche, guacamole, queso fresco with flour tortillas
Tuna Tacos$12.00
sesame ginger infused tuna tartare in crispy won-taco with papaya relish with blue agave essence, sweet soy reduction & chili aioli
Steamed Pei Mussels$10.00
steamed prince edward island mussels, leek confit, fresh cream

Seasonal Salads

Perfect Caper House Chop$7.00
our house chop of watercress, iceberg, tomato, avocado, bacon & point reyes blue cheese tossed in a caper-whole grain mustard dressing
Duck Salad$15.00
pan seared, honey garlic marinated duck breast served on salad of baby mesclun greens, toasted pecans, dried cherries, goats cheese & finished with a cherry vinaigrette
Baby Greens$6.00
salad of organic baby greens, goats cheese, focaccia crouton, herb vinaigrette
Baby Kale$10.00
watermelon, cucumber, roasted beets, feta cheese, toasted sunflower seeds & dried cranberries with rasberry vinaigrette
Heirloom & Motz$13.00
house made mozzarella cheese, wrapped in prosciutto, grilled & served on a bed of heirloom tomatoes with 12- year balsamic & extra virgin olive oil, wild arugula

Entreés

Duck a Deux Facons$29.00
crispy confit of duck & garlic marinated duck breast, wilted greens, whipped golden potatoes, lentil-pancetta vinaigrette
Filet La Maison$43.00
grilled 8oz filet of beef tenderloin, asparagus, lobster macaroni and cheese, black truffle bearnaise, frizzled leeks
Filet La Saison$35.00
grilled 8 oz. filet of beef tenderloin, asparagus, fingerling potatoes,black truffle bearnaise, frizzled leeks
Momma's Chicken$23.00
buttermilk fried, all natural chicken breast, cheddar grits, wilted greens, sweet corn sauce
Miso Salmon$25.00
sweet chili bok choy, forbidden black rice, ginger sesame beurre blanc
Shrimp Chitarra (Key-Tarra)$30.00
grilled prawns, guitar string shaped pasta, salsa verde, aged parmesan
Coconut Udon$24.00
bok choy, hen of the woods, fried tofu, chilli oil coconut broth, cilantro & green onion
Angus New York Strip 14 Oz$35.00
grilled angus new york strip, wild mushrooms, truffle frites, parsley brown butter
Shrimp Tempura$28.00
organic greens, tempura shrimp & asparagus, miso-yuzu vinaigrette, crisp wonton
Pan Crusted Scallops$32.00
basil risotto, heirloom tomato, brown butter pan sauce
Moroccan Spiced Lamb$44.00
pan seared, domestic, free roaming, spiced rack of lamb, roasted fingerling potatoes, oil cured olives, haricots verts, fresh herbs, garlic and ginger
Crab Cake$28.00
pan seared jumbo lump crab cake, crispy fingerling potato, arugula, cucumber salad-papaya seed vinaigrette & papaya creme
Penne Sausagnaise$22.00
organic penne pasta with sausage, rustic tomato sauce, house made ricotta cheese
Crabby Scallops$36.00
grilled sea scallops topped with brulee jumbo lump crab and yuzu tobiko, coconut forbidden black rice, baby bok choy and apricot beurre blanc

Something on the Side

Truffle'd Frites$6.00
Pomme Frites$4.00
Lobster Mac-N-Cheese$12.00

What 2,619 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

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Carol117
Washington DC
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is by far the best restaurant in Punta Gorda and the entire region. The food was awesome as was the service. We loved the spacious booth and the attentiveness of the entire staff. We’ll be back. Loved it!
V
Ventana
Naples
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
I had to have the Crabby Scallops again. They are divine — with the coconut black forbidden rice. We had excellent service in the bar and in the dining room. Love the dark cozy ambiance and not noisy at all.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Tampa
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Yummy food, portions a little small but tastes wonderful
NJ
NancyJ
Naples
21 reviews
vip
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on July 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Another excellent meal at The Perfect Caper! Our server Dani was friendly and helpful, explaining the specials they were offering that night. We had a crab tower appetizer which was light and refreshing. The salad special had arugula, pecans and goat cheese and was sized to split for two. The dinner special was grilled grouper over lightly whipped potatoes with sautéed spinach and a burre blanc sauce. So good! We love that they actually care about quality food and wonderful presentation. We think it’s the best upscale restaurant in town! Absolutely will be back numerous times!
KS
KelleyS
Cleveland
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our special anniversary dinner was perfect! We had been to Perfect Caper before and it was just as delicious but wished we could have talked to our favorite chef again. She was understandably doing her magic away. But we will always come back.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Atlanta
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on July 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Another great evening with excellent food and service. Have sampled many different items from the menu, but the duck a deux facons is always the star of the show. As before, Zack also did a great job with suggesting wine pairings. Keep up the good work!
L
Linda
Naples
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on July 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is our favorite restaurant, period. The food is always special and service is exceptional
DJ
DavidJ
Naples
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on July 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
As usual, an excellent meal. Food quality and service were high. Nice to see it was busy despite being summer.
CK
CraigK
Naples
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful as usual.
D
Dawn
Las Vegas
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love the Caper! May try to visit Jeannie Roland at her Rhody restaurant in August.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Tampa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Vacationing in Punta Gorda for our anniversary. Saw on Google and easily made a reservation for same day. When I highlighted it was my anniversary they put a cute little card on our reserved table thanking us for choosing to eat their on our anniversary. Food was wonderful, service was great, and the drinks are strong!
g
golfer
Naples
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on July 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had the mussels that beat Bobby Flat (awesome) and calamari ( also awesome). Then we had the lamb, definitely enough to share fantastic.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Atlanta
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Zach was excellent. Food was outstanding and a staff that knows the proper way to pour wine. Great evening
SO
SherryO
Naples
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our dinners were outstanding. The service staff for unobtrusive and yet we were attended to. The perfect caper is a dining experience that we love. We will be back.
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skygrl
Washington DC
34 reviews
vip
5.0
34 reviews
Dined on July 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
as always, the food was terrific & our server (linda) was outstanding...one of the best i've had in a very long time. all in all, a terrific evening!
DU
DiannU
Naples
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on July 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always enjoy this restaurant
BM
BetsyM
Naples
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on July 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great lunch celebrating a friend's birthday! As always, food was great!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our favorite place to go for California cuisine
OT
OpenTable Diner
Atlanta
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on July 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Lucky to have such a gem in little old Punta Gorda! Having eaten in some of the best restaurants in New York, San Francisco, Paris and more, we've been here several times and never disappointed. Our favorite "date night" place!
TT
TedT
Naples
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is the best restaurant between Naples and Sarasota. The cuisine is fresh, innovative and prepared perfectly. The service is attentive but not intrusive. I highly recommend The Perfect Caper for a memorable dining experience.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
If i could give this place more stars i would! Seriously one of the best meals of my life! From start to finish everything was incredible
NJ
NancyJ
Naples
22 reviews
vip
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on July 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
Another great meal at The Perfect Caper! Excellent drinks, food and service. Reservation was for our actual anniversary and they were kind enough to recognize it with a table card and our waitress mentioned it as well. Would like to see little more of a privacy setting for a romantic dinner, but still lovely!
B
Bobs
Naples
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on July 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The lamb was great Dean our server did great job. Food was prepared well
k
kenc
Pittsburgh
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was done well… Six happy patrons
DS
DebS
Naples
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Zach took great care of us last night. Everything was consistent and delicious as usual. Brought a friend who hadn’t dined there in over 8 years. He said he will definitely be back. Thanks for doing what you do so well!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Orlando
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The absolute best service and dinner experience!! Excellent food made even more enjoyable by the perfect server, Zachary! Thank you!!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Kansas City
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on July 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time for lunch. Have been there several times for dinner. The best restaurant in Punta Gorda and surrounding area. Food service and presentation exceeds all. Highly recommend for an evening out or date lunch.
L
Localfoodie
Naples
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on July 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Took some out of town guest for dinner. Everything was perfect. Outstanding food, service and ambiance.
f
floridagolfer
New Orleans
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Filet Mignon was perfect!!! Baby green salad was great. Shrimp and grits were difficult to eat because shrimp had tail and little room in the serving bowl to manage the grooming chore. Service was excellent.
JZ
JoelZ
New York Area
13 reviews
vip
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on July 2, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience4
Food ..so delicious ! Service…waitress was very busy. We hardly saw her.
MW
MaryW
Baltimore
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 30, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
As always, our food ordered was professionally presented and delicious. Our server was not as attentive as we have had other servers over past many times for dinner.
p
pauls
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on June 29, 2022
overall1food1service2ambience2
I’ve eaten here many times and always had a lovely experience however this time food was over cooked, greens were yellow on the verge of mouldy. I frankly feel ripped off. I spoke to the server about it who just said I’ll let the kitchen know. I emailed the restaurant who said the manager came to our table twice to check everything was ok, this did not happen. I’ve just been robbed in plain sight. I do not leave negative reviews about restaurants as long as I feel they have taken my feedback seriously but unfortunately they have not. Will NEVER eat here again
SN
SuperNaturalMom
Naples
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on June 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was hands down the best dining experience I've had in the Gulf Coast area of Florida. I spent the last 30 years in the SF Bay Area and loved the food there. This is comparable if not superior.
NH
NancyH
Cincinnati
25 reviews
vip
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on June 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Moved to PGI two years ago and finally had the opportunity to enjoy an incredible dinner here. All of our friends said it was the best and we agree! Food, service, wine were all amazing.
MS
MaryS
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Perfect Caper is the best in fine dining in the area. We celebrated my Birthday and the staff was great and the food was outstanding. Lovely evening!
RT
RickT
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 24, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
There was an out of control child there. I have kids. I get it. BUT - these parents should have been asked to take the child out. It was ridiculous.
CM
CathleenM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My sister and I went for our birthday dinner and what a fabulous choice it was. The dining room is lovely, warm, quiet, comfortable. The service was OUTSTANDING, friendly and non-intrusive. The food? My tastebuds are still singing!
B
Biggie
Naples
46 reviews
vip
5.0
46 reviews
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Many interesting items on the menu and we have had most of them and all have been amazing. Specials are normally inviting and most desserts are to die for. Been dining at The Perfect Caper for over ten years and have never had a bad meal.
f
franjo
Tampa
35 reviews
vip
5.0
35 reviews
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and service. The menu is full of fantastic choices.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Naples
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on June 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food , service and ambiance. Is truly our favorite restaurant!

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 4.9 stars by 2619 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Aug 9, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 18 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(941) 505-9009

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

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
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

Website
http://www.theperfectcaper.com/
Phone number
(941) 505-9009
Private party facilities
We are always available for private functions.
Private party contact
James Roland: (941) 505-9009

The Perfect Caper

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Additional information

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Duck Salad

Crabby Scallops

Crab Cake

Appetizers & Small Plates

Crispy Shrimp$13.00

The Perfect Caper Paté$10.00

A Warm Goat$13.00

Asparagus Soup$7.00

Foie Gras Club$18.00

Sweet & Spicy Calamari$12.00

Pork Belly Tacos$12.00

Tuna Tacos$12.00

Steamed Pei Mussels$10.00

Seasonal Salads

Perfect Caper House Chop$7.00

Duck Salad$15.00

Baby Greens$6.00

Baby Kale$10.00

Heirloom & Motz$13.00

Entreés

Duck a Deux Facons$29.00

Filet La Maison$43.00

Filet La Saison$35.00

Momma's Chicken$23.00

Miso Salmon$25.00

Shrimp Chitarra (Key-Tarra)$30.00

Coconut Udon$24.00

Angus New York Strip 14 Oz$35.00

Shrimp Tempura$28.00

Pan Crusted Scallops$32.00

Moroccan Spiced Lamb$44.00

Crab Cake$28.00

Penne Sausagnaise$22.00

Crabby Scallops$36.00

Something on the Side

Truffle'd Frites$6.00

Pomme Frites$4.00

Lobster Mac-N-Cheese$12.00

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