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Veranda
Category: Restaurants American (New) American (New) [Edit]
2122 2nd StFort Myers, FL 33901
(239) 332-2065
- Price Range:
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$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Private Lot
- Attire:
- Dressy
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Good for Kids:
- No
- Takes Reservations:
- Yes
- Delivery:
- No
- Take-out:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Good For:
- Dinner
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Noise Level:
- Quiet
- Has TV:
- No
- Caters:
- Yes
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
15 reviews for Veranda
15 reviews in English
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Review from Jerry E.
Sanibel, FL
10/28/2011
Want great food, superb service, and beautiful ambiance? Here is the place to go for an exceptional dinner in Ft. Myers.
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Review from Angela R.
Alva, FL
6/6/2011 2 Check-ins Here
One of my Top 3 favorite restaurants in Fort Myers. Absolutely the most romantic restaurant in the downtown district. We've dined here for at least 17 years, intimate dinners, weddings, group functions, and the Millennium New Year, they are all memorable.
This restaurant is full of history, it's actually 2 homes that are joined together by a huge kitchen and a stunning courtyard. The first home was built in 1902 and occupied by Manuel Gonzales and his family, the second house was home to his mother. The houses were joined in the 70's for Fingers O'Bannon, and eventually sold and turned into the Veranda.
The atmosphere in this place is wonderful, charming piano bar greets you as you enter, along with Denny who is always happy to see you and remembers your name. Most likely you'll be led down the hall past the kitchen that quietly busy humming along. Well appointed tables, are set beautifully with crisp linens and fresh flowers, and all aglow with candles. Waiters are dressed in tuxes, which can be a problem if you bring your husband dressed in one!
Two of the outstanding appetizers that we order every time, are the Sesame Encrusted Sea Scallops, which are served with a bit of wasabi, and also the Oysters Rockefeller are delicious, big fat oysters.
House salad is really good, served with a black bean compote. The Cesars are my favorite, they're prepared tableside (for 2) , really fresh, and yes you can even have extra anchovies if you ask!
They have great specials! When I'm lucky they have exotic meats available, Elk, Antelope, Duck (maybe not exotic) and even Buffalo. But they're not always available.
On menu choices, I love the Bourbon Street Filet; Twin Tournedos of Beef in a Smoky Mash Whiskey Sauce, always fresh steamed veggies and of course either a potato or rice side dish of varying flavors.
If you have the ability to eat one more thing, for dessert I'd go with Fresh Berries with Heavy Cream & Whipped Cream.
If you're thinking about enjoying a romantic night out on the town, make sure you start it at the Veranda. -
Review from Kat C.
Manhattan, NY
7/12/2011
I LOVE THIS PLACE!! I'm relocating permanently to Cape Coral, FL which is great in many ways... except for the dining. There are many awesome hangouts, but mostly chain restaurants, bar food, and takeout with a few other places sprinkled about Fort Myers and Cape Coral. Although all those places appeal to me, I occasionally really like to get fancy and have a nice, romantic dinner that I can get dressy and not get weird stares. Usually to get to those places, you have to drive to Naples or even Miami. So, when we stumbled upon The Veranda, I was ecstatic!
But, was it worth the excitement? To me, yes! As others said, it's like "old-world Florida" and like going to dinner in somebody's house. When we went, there was somebody playing piano in the bar area, which was delightful. The menu was extensive and had something for both of us (who have VERY different tastes). The waiter was very knowledgeable, helpful, and friendly. The food was fantastic. The atmosphere was romantic and cozy. But, also a plus for me, we were not rushed! We were there for like 2 hours (we actually closed the place) and had a lovely time. Yes, it's expensive, but when you go to a place like this, it's not any more or less expensive than restaurants in comparison.
I was worried leaving New York would make me really long for good places to eat, but if we can get a few more places like The Veranda, I'd be thrilled!
I will certainly be back when I need my fancy-fix again! -
Review from John D.
6/25/2010 1 photo
FOOD - 4 STARS
AMBIANCE - 5 STARS
SERVICE - 3 STARS
We stopped in here for lunch on a Friday, and it was quite busy. I think the nicest thing about this restaurant is that it is historic and in a converted house. It's beautiful on the inside and exudes a warm, comfortable feeling.
I had the special, steak with mashed potatoes & vegetables. It sounds boring, but was delicious.
This is a wonderful restaurant and a real asset to the downtown.
The waitress was competent, but breezy and rushed in her dealings with us. She made no attempt to be friendly or interact - perhaps she was stressed out. That happens... -
Review from Jon S.
Philadelphia, PA
3/9/2009
Great food and a very nice atmosphere. It was the perfect place to go to dinner with my parents and my girlfriend - interesting menu that also contained options for my parents who tend to be attracted to more conservative dishes.
The bill was very reasonable. I will return. -
Review from Yvonne Y.
2/26/2008
Very, very fresh seafood. We had the snapper ($32) and the oyster Rockefeller ($9). I think there was a bit too much cheese on the oyster rockefeller. My Dad thought the red wine by the glass was ok.
Very attentive staff and it's absolutely beautiful to sit in the open courtyard in the evening. -
Review from Susan B.
Fort Myers, FL
Updated - 9/28/2011
I got an email response back from Beth about our experience. She made it right!! This place is great especially now that the weather is cooler. Eat outside for wonderful ambiance. If you can't get here for dinner try lunch. Great menu great setting.
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8/8/2011
We went here for our anniversary. I ordered the fish special. The same dish was served to the table… Read more »
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Review from Susan S.
Fort Myers, FL
10/11/2010
My favorite ft Myers restaurant. I give my clients gift certificates for here because I want everyone to try it. Romantic, Old South, tuxedoed waiters... Great service, great food. Corn muffins with red pepper jelly in the bread basket! The fried crab stuffed artichoke hearts are super appetizer. We have never been disappointed. Make sure you allow time for a stop at the piano bar!
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Review from Don S.
Colorado Springs, CO
3/18/2011
Great ambiance....old florida and really a nice feeling. The waiter was a little snooty, the prices were quite high for what you get. Entree prices ranges from around $28 to up to $37. It's kind of a tourist trap in my mind. Three salads on the menu...ONE which you could order singly..the others had to be ordered for TWO...weird. My house salad was "ok" but barely. There was a chili bean concoction plopped on that seemed out of place on my blue cheese house salad. The muffins and pepper jelly were very late in coming to the table but we did scarf them up once we got them...tasty. The entrees were forgettable and pricey. I would go in here..have a drink at the great looking bar and get dinner somewhere else.
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Review from j l.
Atlanta, GA
10/7/2009
after my 27 years as a fort myers native, the veranda is still one of my favorite places to go when i'm in town. it's a bit of fort myers society and history, and the vibe is definitely of an era gone by; beautiful patio and nice people.
that said, i believe the menu is a tad outdated--though maybe that's part of the charm.
i rarely stray from my beloved crabcakes, but the burger is good. my major gripe with this place is with the "Fried Green Tomato Salad". it is so good, with chunks of caramelized ham and lots of blue cheese, but the tomatoes themselves are a TRAVESTY!
beer battered green tomatoes?!?!? soggy, heavy, and overpowering--were there actually green tomatoes in all that gunk?
delicate cornmeal would be much better suited. i was so, so sad to see those lumbering hockey pucks of fried dough atop what was otherwise delicious salad....Veranda, is you're reading this--change it!
that said, love this place and all the memories i have there. -
Review from Charleston C.
La Habra, CA
5/31/2011
Went here for lunch during a two-day business trip to Fort Myers. The ambiance is definitely nice, and even though they say that lunch ends at 2pm, we walked in at 1:45 and stayed well past 2. The price was a bit high (a four jumbo shrimp appetizer is $12). We also had the fried green tomato salad and the chef's special (ham on bread with lots of melted cheese, basically). Other than the appetizer the prices were not outrageous, but still feels more like prices one should get in Boston and not Fort Myers.
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Review from G Y.
New York, NY
11/16/2008
The food was delicious and the outdoor garden looked beautiful for dining. We were not seated out there because a wedding rehearsal was taking place. The service was slow but good. Since there isn't a large selection of fine dining in Ft Myers, I recommend this place for special occasions.
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Review from Yoanna J.
Fort Myers, FL
12/16/2009
This was very unusual to me. I have never gone to a resturant and looked like i was going into someones home. I very much enjoyed it very romantic piano playing in the background as you enjoy your meal with your friends. There even is some singalongs. I would definetly return. Make sure you make a reservation. Staff is also very nice. Prime Rib a must. Happy Eating
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Review from kate f.
Cape Coral, FL
6/26/2008
Romantic, consistant, delicious and out of the ordinary. This delicious restaraunt sits inside a perfectly lovely Victorian house in downtown Fort Myers. The staff is amazing, we go for all our special occasions and even if we only make it there 2 or 3 times a year the manager, Denny always remembers us and greets us BY NAME! I think that is amazing. The food is fantastic every single time. Great wine selection too. We have had a lot of great times here!
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Review from Holly E.
Camden, ME
3/30/2011
I went to the Veranda Restaurant once two or three years ago. I am a lady in my 60's and I was with another lady. I'm handicapped and wear a large brace on my left leg. The host led the way to a table held out a chair for my friend and seated her. He ignored me, left me standing by the table and walked away. I felt humiliated and have no clue what we ate. My friend was taking me out to lunch and we thought this would be a lovely upscale place reflecting gracious Southern hospitality. I wrote a note of complaint to their management. They did not respond. I reported the incident to the local Better Business Bureau. Only then did I hear from them. They said somehow they misplaced my note of complaint. I received no apology nor was there an attempt to rectify the incident. I felt that was treated disrespectfully both by the waitstaff and the management of the Veranda Restaurant. I would never go back there and I do not recommend it.
