Arturo's Restaurant
A warm and inviting dining room accentuated with a lush tropical appeal awaits diners with a palate for fine Italian cuisine for dinner each night. Arturo's, open since 1996, has received multiple awards for its cuisine such as a Zagat America's Top Restaurants 2009 and has even received recognition for its extensive wine list.
Diners have the option of starting their meal with items like Clams en Vino Bianco or Stracciattella, a chicken consommé that consist of cheese, spinach and eggs. Entrées include many pasta dishes like Penne Rosa Verde or a choice between chicken, veal or seafood. Arturo's also has a nightly dinner special in addition to the many decadent selections already on the menu.
844 Bald Eagle Drive
Marco Island, FL 34145
(239) 642-0550
arturosmarcoisland.com
Tara Steak & Lobster House
If you enjoy a scrumptious plate of surf and turf after a day outdoors breathing in the fresh sea air, Tara Steak & Lobster House is an excellent choice for dinner as Chef Tara Trevethan serves up dry aged beef and fresh lobsters flown in daily from Maine.
The steak and lobster house is particularly delightful in the summer months as the chef serves up an exceptional tapas menu. Dine outside and enjoy the breathtaking sunsets while nibbling on items like Beef Carpaccio or Lobster Mac & Cheese.
760 N. Collier Boulevard
Suite 105
Marco Island, FL 34145
(239) 394-0212
tarasteakandlobsterhouse.com
Collier House Restaurant
Peter Marek, an internationally award-winning chef, presents patrons with an unforgettable romantic dining experience. The restaurant specializes in seafood with entrees like homemade shellfish bisque and Veal Escalope, topped fresh blue crab meat. While enjoying the food, diners can take in their surroundings, a restored historical home originally built in 1882 by the Collier family, thought to be the first permanent American settlers of Marco Island.
1121 Bald Eagle Drive
Marco Island, FL 34145
(239) 642-9948
mareksrestaurant.com
Capt. Brien's Seafood & Raw Bar
More than an exceptional seafood restaurant, Capt. Brien's is easily an all-day attraction as it offers fishing charters and features the Off the Hook Comedy Club. The restaurant is perfect for a casual family dinner, seated indoors or out, or a quick bite at the raw bar before catching one of the many comedy shows.
Do not let the relaxed atmosphere fool you into thinking the food is not stellar. With menu items like stuffed avocadoes, conch ceviche and tempura softshell crabs, even the most demanding palate will not be left wanting. For those who wish to lead out a more eco-friendly lifestyle, Capt. Brien's features a sustainable catch of the day.
599 S. Collier Blvd.
Suite 218
Marco Island, FL 34145
(239) 389-6900
captbriensrestaurant.com
Kretch's Restaurant
An eclectic melting pot of cuisines, you will find seafood, barbecued ribs, Mexican crisp and more along with the chef's special, a seafood strudel. Reservations are recommended during the peak months from December to April so that your whole family (children's menus are available) can experience this restaurant known as local landmark for more than two decades.
The restaurant also features a bar where you may come and enjoy cocktails after a day exploring the island. It features televisions with premium channels and light bar menu. If dining in and the bar atmosphere are not what you are looking for, Kretch's provides carryout for you to take back and enjoy on your own.
527 Bald Eagle Drive
Marco Island, FL 34145
(239) 394-3433
kretchs.com
