Sanibel keeps things refreshingly local — you won’t find chain restaurants here. Cielo at the Island Inn pairs elegant Gulf Coast cuisine with island charm, The Mad Hatter is a long-standing favourite for fine dining, and Gramma Dot’s Seaside Saloon serves fresh seafood right at the marina.
The emphasis throughout is on just-caught Gulf seafood and genuine island hospitality, a fitting reward after a day on the beach.