Diners' Choice: Neighborhood gem restaurants in Marco Island

OpenTable

Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for the best restaurants that are the best neighborhood gems in Marco Island? 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!

Da Vinci Ristorante

4.9

4.9 (5784)

$31 to $50

Italian

Marco Island

About the restaurant

The Carvelli family has created a little slice of their homeland in the quaint atmosphere of Marco Island. Enjoy the sophisticated family ambiance where each guest feels at home while enjoying signature dishes and carefully selected wines.

When booking for parties of 9 or more, please call us directly for booking at (239) 389-1888, thank you!

Top review

KathyVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Great place! Delicious food, and fun energy. We stayed at the marco island hilton and it’s a close walk to the hotel. Situated off an open air court that hosts other restaurants and stores. Great energy and a busy place! Service was wonderful. The wait staff was attentive but our waiter gave us time to breathe, talk, get settled. And the same with our food- he let us enjoy our appetizer before ordering entrees. We highly recommend this restaurant.

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Marco Prime Steak & Seafood

4.7

4.7 (3984)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Marco Island

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of Marco Island, Marco Prime Steaks & Seafood is a unique interpretation of a Classic American Steakhouse with hints of French, Italian and Asian cuisine offered in a modern yet warm atmosphere. Consistently voted one of the best restaurants in Marco Island, we serve the finest cuts of USDA Prime beef and high-quality seafood. Our diverse menu will satisfy any personal cravings, we are offering innovative modern cuisine and classically inspired dishes and desserts, extensive wine list and hand-crafted cocktails. We have a custom-built wine cellar and offer an exclusive collection recognized by Wine Spectator Magazine. Come dine with us, tonight!

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Christopher

Dined 1 day ago

Had to push our reservation due to flight issues and the staff was very accommodating for a busy Friday night. Ending up getting there early and found a spot at the bar. Bartender was extremely friendly and provided great service. Only complaint would be two dogs on the patio, one of which was sitting on one of the barstools.

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6oz Petit Filet Mignon

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Chocolate Trio

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Miso Glazed Chilean Sea Bass

Fin Bistro

4.7

4.7 (86)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Marco Island

About the restaurant

Fin Bistro, Marco Island's premier fresh fish restaurant is best described as elevated island dining. We specialize in refined super-fresh seafood, using fish and produce from local sources. Satisfy every craving with our chef-curated menu, signature handcrafted cocktails, house made desserts and extensive wine list. Our service is attentive and unpretentious. Top sellers include our swordfish picatta, grouper, crab cakes, calamari, perfectly prepared filet mignon, cider brined pork chop, kobe burgers, pastas and our homemade apple croissant bread pudding.

Our comfortably elegant atmosphere is perfect for a casual dinner and for date night, birthdays, anniversary and other special celebrations. Several dining options, including our indoor dining room, bar seating and air conditioned patio dining.

Fin Bistro will be your new restaurant of choice anytime your dining in Marco Island.

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LisaVIP

Dined 2 days ago

What a great experience - great service and great food. A must when visiting Marco Island.

La Tavola Restaurant & Bar

4.6

4.6 (1687)

$31 to $50

American

Marco Island

About the restaurant

La Tavola Restaurant and Bar invites you to experience a culinary journey. We offer american cuisine in a casual yet upscale environment where you will enjoy a variety of flavors and ingredients found locally and around the world. We use only the finest ingredients from organic greens to local farm produce, prime organic meats, fresh wild caught seafood, and the highest quality oils and vinegars.

You will experience our passion fro food through our homemade soups, sauces, dressings, pastas, and desserts. It is our passion for quality cuisine, signature crafted cocktails and an extensive wine selection in a comfortable casual ambiance that makes La Tavola the ideal place to welcome family and friends.

Come gather at "the Table" and experience the flavors.

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Vicky

Dined 2 days ago

Our entire family of 6 adults loved the food, the ambiance and our server.

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4.6

4.6 (25)

$31 to $50

Southern

Marco Island

About the restaurant

Pub 1105 is an eclectic southern pub that brings together an abundance of fresh, local ingredients, with friendly, contagious energy in a quaint atmosphere.

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Kevin

Dined 3 days ago

We visited Pub 1105 in October and were very happy with our experience. Since then the menu has been expanded and the food is as excellent as our first visit. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly. The restaurant staff has adjusted to higher volume successfully. We are very happy that Pub 1105 has brought a southern cuisine restaurant to Marco! Highly recommended.

Verdi's Bistro

4.5

4.5 (2444)

$31 to $50

American

Marco Island

About the restaurant

Verdi’s American Bistro has been serving homemade fresh entree's in Marco Island since 1998. The atmosphere is causal fine dining, some of our signature specialties included New Zealand Rack of Lamb, Chilean Sea Bass and the best Crispy Duck you’ll ever taste. We prepare all our entrees fresh in our kitchen to order, using the highest quality ingredients. Come join us!!

*Note OpenTable will give you the option to dine in our dinning room (regular) or on the outdoor patio
*Please provided your cell phone number when leaving contact information, we will always confirm your reservation.
*Verdi's is a family owned restaurant with limited seating, if you have reservation and can't make it, Please cancel the reservation through the Open-table app or by calling the restaurant (239.394.5533).

Thank You for choosing Verdis, We look forward to serving you soon!

Vince and Mari
Proprietors

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Jasper

Dined on Dec 25, 2024

Obviously very busy as it was Christmas Day, but no issues with any of the factors which go towards an enjoyable meal.

Deep Lagoon Seafood & Oyster House - Marco Island

4.5

4.5 (1899)

$30 and under

Seafood

Marco Island

About the restaurant

NESTLED IN THE HEART OF FLORIDA.lies a place just off the beaten path where the drinks are colder, the fish is fresher and the food is tastier. Where you can breathe easy, be casual and take in the sights and sounds of everything that is "Real Florida". A departure from a busy day, a place to be with friends, a place to share laughs and great memories. Relax and take it all in! Welcome to Deep Lagoon Seafood. Deep Lagoon Seafood & Oyster Market serves fresh fish and seafood brought to you by the family that brought you Pinchers restaurants. Local Fisherman fish Local Waters for a Local Restaurant. You can't get a more Southwest Florida experience than that!

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WILLIAM

Dined 4 days ago

We enjoyed a great meal with great service for our anniversary dinner. As always, the food was perfectly prepared and tasted awesome! We have never had a bad experience here, and will continue to enjoy this restaurant.

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HOMEMADE COCONUT SHRIMP

CJ's on the Bay

4.4

4.4 (825)

$30 and under

American

Marco Island

About the restaurant

CJ's on the Bay is the gem everyone is talking about on Marco Island. Featuring spectacular waterfront dining overlooking beautiful Smokehouse Bay, CJ's is an ideal spot to relax and enjoy the ambiance of beautiful Southwest Florida. Featuring an outside gazebo bar and a full-service restaurant, CJ's on the Bay provides an entertainment venue for everyone. CJ's diverse full menu compliments the breathtaking views featuring appetizers, salads and sandwiches and a variety of entrees to please everyone's appetite for lunch, afternoon snacking or evening dinners. Whether you are a long-time resident of the area, a seasonal friend, or a first time visitor – Experience Marco the CJ's Way!

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LisaVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Lovely evening out at CJs. Our server was great very warm and friendly, nothing was too much trouble. Live music was great made a really relaxed holiday atmosphere. Food as always great fresh and delicious. One of our favourite restaurants when we are visiting Marco Island

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Osteria Capri - Marco Island

4.2

4.2 (92)

$31 to $50

Italian

Marco Island

About the restaurant

Osteria Capri features authentic Italian cuisine with a modern sophisticated touch using only the freshest seasonal ingredients. Enjoy a festive experience in a Bistro-style setting, with hundreds of Italian wines and dozens of original oil paintings decorating the walls.

Open kitchen flair is added enjoyment of the evening as you can watch your dinner being carefully prepared.

Our menu is the total creation of Chef/Owner, AJ Black, where his motto reigns supreme, “Fresh Ingredients, simplicity, love are the recipe for a treasured dining experience."

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PaulVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Great appetizers and main entrees. Had the charcuterie, roasted artichokes and a caprese salad. All excellent for the 5 of us. Entrees included Gnocchi, clams and pasta, carbonara, and penne puttanesca. Couple bottles of Silverado Chardonnay. Excellent food and excellent service. Have been there 4x and on Isle of Capri at least a dozen times. Never disappoints.

Tesoro

4.0

4 (465)

$50 and over

Mediterranean

Marco Island

About the restaurant

Reservations are recommended. *In case of inclement weather, seating will be available in the dining room.

Experience Tesoro, a true “treasure” on Marco Island where every evening is enhanced by breathtaking views, artfully curated Mediterranean-inspired cuisine, and a lively weekend atmosphere with a resident DJ. Tesoro celebrates the island’s golden sunsets with a menu that’s just as memorable.

Indulge in fresh Gulf seafood and shareable tapas, and raise a glass with handcrafted cocktails, martinis, or selections from an extensive wine list as the sun dips below the horizon.

As the resort’s only 21+ dining destination, Tesoro offers an intimate escape featuring chic interiors, a stylish contemporary lounge, and an inviting indoor/outdoor bar.

*Resident DJ: Thursday - Saturday: 5 pm to 8 pm

Complimentary 4-hour parking is provided for non-overnight guests dining at Tesoro with a validation sticker from the restaurant. The dress code is resort casual.

Top review

Dee Ann

Dined on Dec 22, 2024

We had a lovely time. Very accommodating with food, allergies.

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