Must-see nightlife in Southwest Gulf Coast

  • Mucky Duck

    The unpretentious, shingle-roofed Mucky Duck is perfectly positioned for Captiva sunsets, and devoted locals jockey for beach chairs and picnic tables…

  • HobNob Kitchen + Bar

    This place is about as hipster-chic as Naples gets, with opulent modern decor and craft cocktails. Don't miss the innovative, New American appetizers,…

  • Sharky's on the Pier

    With the prime sunset spot at Venice Pier, Sharky's doesn't have to try too hard. It's a typical, middle-of-the-road seafood restaurant (mains $10 to $27)…

  • Perq

    Sophisticated brewing methods and sourcing of single-origin beans make Perq the best third-wave coffee bar in Sarasota.

  • Green Bean Coffee House

    In north Sarasota, this environmentally conscious coffee shop (lunch $5 to $10) serves up tasty wraps, salads and breakfasts filled with vegetables from…

  • Jack Dusty

    The Ritz-Carlton's gold-trimmed restaurant features one of the sexiest drinking dens in town, with a marble bar, delicious Mote Marina oysters and terrace…

  • Firestone Sky Bar

    Want to feel like you're above it all in Fort Myers? Firestone Sky Bar is the only rooftop, waterfront drinking establishment in the downtown area, so you…

  • Smokin' Oyster Brewery

    You can rock up in your bathing suit and flip-flops at this open-air beach bar just steps from Fort Myers Beach. Order a platter of oysters or a bucket of…

  • Doctor's Office

    With an eye chart, old filing cabinets and a 'doctor's in' sign on the door, this new craft cocktail establishment makes certain customers are aware that…

  • Beach Club

    Cavernous bar with pool tables, a stage, a great white shark and giant Connect Four. Live music often; ladies' night every Wednesday.

  • Old Salty Dog

    Now with three locations, Old Salty Dog is the perfect end to a day or start to an evening. Unwind with a brew and some above-average fish and chips on…

  • Siesta Key Oyster Bar

    At SKOB, the tilting rafters are tacked with dollar bills – yes, it's that kind of place, and it's also famous for 'the idiot bucket' which is, well, a…

  • Beach Pub

    A walk-up beach bar a couple miles down from Times Sq, this place offers a chill vibe, frequent live music and beach volleyball courts. There's an…

  • Marco Island Brewery

    This small brewhouse features about 40 beers on tap, including its own Tigertail Red Ale, Pelican Pilsner and The Rock IPA. Other draws include the…