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Flipper's

8771 Estero Blvd., Fort Myers Beach, FL
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Cuisines: American
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Good for: Romantic, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Dessert
Description: Flippers on the Bay is an outdoor dining venue located on the dolphin filled waterfront vistas of Estero Bay. Enjoy the dynamic creations of Chef Juan Cruz while experiencing picturesque sunsets.
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Ashbourne, United Kingdom
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77 reviews 77 reviews
28 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 32 cities Reviews in 32 cities
70 helpful votes 70 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2013 NEW via mobile

We spent the morning kayaking in the bay, where we saw manatees and dolphins galore (see separate review of 'Manatee Guides'). The tour guide recommended Flippers, and told us to mention their company. He told us we'd be rewarded with free dessert... So we changed, and headed for Flippers, which is situated within a hotel and condo complex. Parking was... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013 NEW

The award winning chef here creates exquisite dishes to go along with their creative cocktails, first class service, million-dollar views, impeccable management & an overall unforgettable experience every time!! All done at incredibly reasonable prices too!! The staff is very friendly & attentive... Especially the manager, Ajan, who graciously made his way around to each table the night we were... More

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Winter Garden, Florida
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

Awesome food and drinks!! Super friendly staff and fantastic views!!! Can wait to go back! By the bay

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Canyon, Texas
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

Breakfast was wonderful and great dinners!! Service and views were great!! Highly recommend. Stayed weekend before memorial day and server made suggestions to when to come to breakfast to make sure we got a table and didn't have to wait. We followed his advice and got in and out quickly to go enjoy the beach!!

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Huntington Beach, California
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46 reviews 46 reviews
31 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

Next to the water with great views of the inland waterways. Food was good and so was the service. Seating is on a open veranda so plenty of soothing breezes. Has a small bar.

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Canal Winchester
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013

The view was beautiful, fish jumping, dolphins swimming, osprey and pelicans. The staff was unbelievably friendly - they made everyone feel like they had been there 100 times, and that they were the most important people there. The manager, Ajan, took his time to visit every table, and talk to people. Thursday night music, was the perfect background. And then...... More

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Naples, Florida
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15 reviews 15 reviews
7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 via mobile

Went to Flippers for the first time. Our friends recently told us about this gem. You can come by boat, jet ski or car. Outdoor seating with with a bay view. You might even see a few porpoise swimming in the bay. Casual dress. The food is awesome. Had the coconut shrimp appetizer and the bohemian grouper. Will be going... More

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New York
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11 reviews 11 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013

We have been to Fort Myers Beach before....but were not aware of Flipper's. There are no signs for it on the road...so you have to know it is nestled in among the grounds of the Lovers Key Resort ... just over the bridge from the southern tip of Fort Myers Beach. After our first breakfast here early in our vacation,... More

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Churchville, New York
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 via mobile

We have vacationed in Fort Myers Beach for years and recently visited flippers. On a Sunday evening, the wait for a table was about 45 minutes. Given the popularity, I understand why. Our server, Jonathan was very attentive, knew the menu items and provided excellent service. Seafood is the premier offering. My wife had the Pan seared diver scallops. I... More

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Naples, Florida
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41 reviews 41 reviews
37 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

Located on a second floor outside porch with a beatiful bay view, this restaurant has the potential to be the best around. The soup and chicken wings were some of the best in the area. The beer was nice and cold when served on time.That being said, the meal service took about twice as long as other restaurants. The server... More

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