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1 week ago | 
yahoo.com | Wade Tatangelo |Diana Biederman |Eddie Ritz |Amber Olesen |Alan Festo |Laurie K. Blandford | +5 more
While Florida may be best known for its beloved waterfront restaurants, the Sunshine State’s burger game is on fire — and these 11 locally loved spots are the hotspots that’ll enhance any summer road trip. From sizzling smash patties to wild topping combos (yes, peanut butter is involved), these places are earning serious buzz from Pensacola to Palm Beach.
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1 month ago | 
naplesnews.com | Mark Bickel |Robyn George
Our food and dining reporter Robyn George recently wrote about Cabbage Key − its history, its beauty, its allure and of course the famous Dollar Bill Bar. We asked her some questions about her experience:Question: You did a fantastic job telling the story of Cabbage Key. Where did this story idea come from? Answer: I had just written a short article on the five oldest restaurants in Lee and Collier. Since I needed a Sunday feature story, I decided to focus on the bar at Cabbage Key.
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1 month ago | 
yahoo.com | Wade Tatangelo |Amber Olesen |Diana Biederman |Laurie K. Blandford |Helena Perray |Robyn George | +3 more
Following our story on the Sunshine State’s 12 best restaurants, the USA TODAY NETWORK-Florida Dining and Entertainment Team shifted focus to scenic places to eat — curating our latest roundup of the top 10 waterfront dining spots from across the state. From rustic fish shacks and beach bars to upscale restaurants with white tablecloths and wine lists, Florida’s best waterfront dining spots offer more than just great food — they deliver unforgettable views and local flavor.
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1 month ago | 
yahoo.com | Wade Tatangelo |Amber Olesen |Diana Biederman |Laurie K. Blandford |Helena Perray |Robyn George | +3 more
Following our story on the Sunshine State’s 12 best restaurants, the USA TODAY NETWORK-Florida Dining and Entertainment Team shifted focus to scenic places to eat — curating our latest roundup of the top 10 waterfront dining spots from across the state. From rustic fish shacks and beach bars to upscale restaurants with white tablecloths and wine lists, Florida’s best waterfront dining spots offer more than just great food — they deliver unforgettable views and local flavor.
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Feb 26, 2025 | 
msn.com | Wade Tatangelo |Diana Biederman |Amber Olesen |Robyn George |Helena Perray |Brittany Misencik | +3 more
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Feb 26, 2025 | 
palmbeachpost.com | Wade Tatangelo |Diana Biederman |Amber Olesen |Robyn George |Helena Perray |Brittany Misencik | +3 more
From luxurious seafood with international influences to legendary Cuban cuisine, these are Florida’s must-visit restaurants of 2025. The USA TODAY NETWORK – Florida Dining & Entertainment team handpicked 12 standout restaurants that define dining in the Sunshine State. These restaurants are beloved by locals, led by talented chefs, and serve unforgettable dishes.
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Jan 31, 2025 | 
floridatoday.com | Wade Tatangelo |Diana Biederman |Amber Olesen |Dave Osborn |Robyn George |Laurie K. Blandford | +3 more
Hungry for a taste of Old Florida? These legendary restaurants serve up timeless flavors, rich history, and classic dishes in unforgettable settings. Wade Tatangelo Diana Biederman Amber Olesen Dave Osborn Robyn George Laurie K.
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Jan 15, 2025 | 
msn.com | Robyn George
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Jan 15, 2025 | 
yahoo.com | Robyn George
When you step through the doors of downtown Fort Myers’ newest restaurant, you may need a minute to take it all in. Sip & Sizzle, which opened on Jan. 6 at the southwest corner of First and Hendry streets, has a lot going on. And that’s a very good thing. The small space is trendy and timeless, upscale and chicly inviting. “We have brand new everything,” said Emil Atanassov, a co-owner along with Kristian Alekov and Nils Richter. “The floor from 1908 and the brick are the only things we left original.
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Jan 11, 2025 | 
yahoo.com | Robyn George
This year is off to a quick foodie start. LadyCakes Bakery in Cape Coral and Sip & Sizzle in downtown Fort Myers have already opened since we rang in the New Year. Here are 30-plus more restaurants, bars, bakeries and coffee shops — from Cape Coral to Captiva — to expect in 2025. Cape CoralAqua: This Naples-based fine-dining seafood and steak restaurant will anchor the new Cove at 47th in South Cape. It is expected to open in April.
