Restaurant Week & Taste of the Islands Return!

An annual Sanibel-Captiva tradition is back! Taste of the Islands and Restaurant Week return this week. Don’t miss your chance to taste the best flavors on the island.

The events kicked off on Feb. 21, with participating restaurants offering featured dishes. You can vote for your favorite dishes, and the People’s Choice winner will be recognized on March 1 at Taste of the Islands.

Restaurant Week 2025: Feb. 21-28


Leading up to Taste of the Islands, participating restaurants will showcase special menu items at their locations. This week, sample these special items and vote for your favorite. Participating restaurants include: Cielo, Sanibel Deli, Mudbugs, The Shack, The Timbers, Tutti Piazzi, The Bubble Room, The Lazy Flamingo, Green Flash, Rosalita’s Cantina, BRGR, Key Lime Bistro, Shima, Sunshine Seafood, Lighthouse Café, and Turtles Tiki Bar.

Taste of the Islands 2025: March 1

Taste special dishes from your favorite area dining spots while you enjoy live entertainment all in one convenient location. Participating restaurants will serve up an irresistible selection of dishes and compete for top honors in several categories. All proceeds benefit the Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW). 

Saturday, March 1; 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Sanibel City Hall, 800 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel Island, FL

Admission:

  • Adults: $10
  • Kids (ages 4-9): $5
  • Children 3 & under: Free

Tickets are available online or at the event. 

For more details, visit the Taste of the Island website.

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