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

2786 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!

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jan 30, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 32 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(941) 505-9009

Dining areas

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 2,786 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

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OpenTable Diner
Pittsburgh
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food. Karen, our server, did a fantastic job. Will return soon.
n
nancy
Naples
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Celebrated a birthday at The Perfect Caper. It was outstanding. The menu selection was perfect, tasty appetizers and desserts. Moma's chicken was delicious as usual. Our server was always right there when we needed him. Wonderful evening.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
Fabulous meal! Our waiter did a wonderful job. Thank you for a super quality meal.
PG
PGI4us
Naples
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on January 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always Always the best of everything.
MS
MikeS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
We are truly lucky to have a restaurant of this quality in Charlotte county. Amazing food and professional staff. Can’t wait until our next visit.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Definitely a great restaurant. Food was outstanding and thoroughly enjoyed our meals
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
33 reviews
vip
5.0
33 reviews
Dined on January 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
As always the food was exceptional, as was the service
RC
RobertC
Naples
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was our anniversary. This is the restaurant we choose for a big night out. The food is always good, also the service. The Perfect Caper never disappoints.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Tampa
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on January 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Being that it was the first time at the Perfect Caper, I had my doubts considering most restaurants in PG are underwhelming. To my surprise, everything was excellent. Linda, our server was polished and very knowledgeable about guiding our menu options. The food is second to none for the area it is in. 5 stars across the board and cannot wait to return to The Perfect Caper.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Detroit
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on January 18, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
My friends were absolutely delighted with their meal and the restaurant in general. Our waiter was helpful and attentive. The ambiance is great. - it did get a little noisy as the place filled up but it’s popularity is evidence of how well loved the Perfect Caper is. My only complaint is that I ordered a filet medium rare and it came over cooked. The truffle sauce was an excellent accompaniment, however. I will go again!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Atlanta
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on January 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Consistently excellent. We are lucky to have a place of this quality in little ole Punta Gorda.
BA
BAC14
New England
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 14, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Top notch dining experience. Don’t be fooled by the exterior of this restaurant. Our server, Karen, was outstanding, offered thoughtful suggestions and was very attentive. Support staff was also excellent. We will definitely visit again.
CR
ChrisR
Las Vegas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Never a bad meal. Desserts are outstanding. Our favorite restaurant in Punta Gorda and we always take company there for dinner.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Naples
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service and quality of food outstanding
OT
OpenTable Diner
Orlando
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on January 12, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
wife’s birthday that we had postponed from Sunday evening. Nice place.
s
sgmret87
Naples
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on January 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I have been to the Perfect Caper several times. As usual everything met my expectations.
JC
JimC
Tampa
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food and service - we'll be back soon!!!!!
KF
KenF
Indiana
37 reviews
vip
5.0
37 reviews
Dined on January 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, service and experience. We’ve been back several times.
S
Scotto
Naples
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
My wife's gnocchi was light and airy, just as it should be, but is rarely achieved these days. My sea scallops were browned on top but moist and delicious when bit into. Our server Maria was professional, efficient yet unobtrusive. We had an outstanding dining experience!
B
Banks
Naples
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on January 8, 2023
overall4food4service3ambience3
In the past few years it seems as if this restaurant has rested upon it's reputation to increase it's pricing with reducing services. While the food is generally good, charging $5 for a few pieces bread that used to be included with the meals seems greedy to me. Prices of the daily specials should be included on the sheet provided.
BD
BrieD
Tampa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was absolutely amazing and our server Taylor was wonderful!
CR
ChrisR
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent variety of fine foods. The desserts and coffee rounded out the meal perfectly.
DD
DavidD
Naples
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved the fried mushroom app. Also appreciated that I could have an appetizer and side for my meal. Daughter loved the duck and husband raved about the pig and fig.
M
Mike
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Server--Zack--was very good. Personable and also helpful with recomendations /suggestions
JS
JoshS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
My wife’s filet was the best she ever had to date. Service was very good!
KA
KarenA
Naples
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Perfect Caper was perfect as usual. Best Crab cake, pan seared scallops, and mussels!
LC
LindaC
New England
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Perfect Caper is just what it states Perfect. Everything is prepared to perfection and lunch is a great introduction to this outstanding restaurant. Check the website for hours and enjoy
J
foodieJoy
Tampa
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on January 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very courteous server. Delicious lunch, just the right portion size. Can’t wait to try it for dinner.
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xbird
San Francisco
38 reviews
vip
5.0
38 reviews
Dined on January 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service was excellent in the food outstanding. The scallops with crab meat and the duck or as good as any find restaurant in a big city.
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nicolew
Hawaii
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on January 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Mahi was fabulous! The flavors all melded perfectly with one another, and the sweet coconut sauce combo was the highlight! Combined with the best focaccia bread I’ve tasted, add a nice glass of Sancerre, and perfecto!
OT
OpenTable Diner
St. Louis
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful food and excellent service. One of our favorites!
KL
KarenL
New York Area
47 reviews
vip
5.0
47 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I had the veal chop and it was delicious! Always a pleasure to come to The Perfect Caper! We already booked it for Valentine's Day too!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Naples
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
As always The Perfect Caper did not disappoint. From the lovely cocktails to the delicious dessert you will be very pleased. Our meal was prepared and served picture perfect- a visit from the chef Jeanie a nice little touch. Treat yourself for a lovely evening of dining while in beautiful Punta Gorda.
PL
PhilipL
Hawaii
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Outstanding on all levels. Highly recommend for any special occasion! One large table was loud but that's not the restaurants fault.
RP
RodneyP
New England
9 reviews
vip
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on December 30, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience4
All entree’s delicious fresh and great pairing of protein and sides to maximize flavors. Service was a little slow but not awful. Kitchen seemed to have a problem with a shortage of clean silverware and China but again it was just a little slow but didn’t ruin the experience. Would absolutely recommend.
LD
LisaD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
An enjoyable dinner every time we have dined with them.
DJ
DavidJ
Naples
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on December 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Once again a sublime dinner. Pate, chopped.salad for appetizers, both excellent. Grouper special and filet medium- awesome.
DS
DarleneS
Naples
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was excellent as always
AM
AlanM
Tampa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
We have eaten at the Perfect Caper many times and last nights meal was the best ever. Great server and great presentation. Wine prices a little steep-
DA
DeeAnn
Tampa
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was wonderful- I had the Penne, sun dried tomato, spinach and garlic pasta. My friend had the ultimate grilled cheese and their tomato basil soup. Service was also awesome. Highly recommend!

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 2786 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

Jan 30, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 32 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(941) 505-9009

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
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

Dining areas

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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Does The Perfect Caper offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

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Make a reservation

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Takeout

Dining areas

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