Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in Marco Island

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Updated 05 December 2024

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Da Vinci Ristorante

4.9

4.9 (5784)

$31 to $50

Italian

Marco Island

About the restaurant

The Carvelli family has created a little slice of their homeland in the quaint atmosphere of Marco Island. Enjoy the sophisticated family ambiance where each guest feels at home while enjoying signature dishes and carefully selected wines.

When booking for parties of 9 or more, please call us directly for booking at (239) 389-1888, thank you!

Top review

KathyVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Great place! Delicious food, and fun energy. We stayed at the marco island hilton and it’s a close walk to the hotel. Situated off an open air court that hosts other restaurants and stores. Great energy and a busy place! Service was wonderful. The wait staff was attentive but our waiter gave us time to breathe, talk, get settled. And the same with our food- he let us enjoy our appetizer before ordering entrees. We highly recommend this restaurant.

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Sale e Pepe - Marco Beach Ocean Resort

4.9

4.9 (3533)

$50 and over

Italian

Marco Island

About the restaurant

Overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, the Sale e Pepe® dining room offers gourmet Italian cuisine and authentic ambiance that are simply sublime. The dining experience transports you to romantic Italy with surroundings of aged stone, marble floors, arabesque walls and hand-painted frescoes. Sale e Pepe offers authentic regional Italian cuisine with a focus on the culinary traditions
of Southern Italy.
The menu features heirloom recipes updated and complemented by South Florida’s fresh produce and seafood and pair it with wines from an extensive collection recognized by Wine Spectator magazine.
Indoor formal dining room requires dress code. Please review details for more information.

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ChrisC

Dined 4 days ago

Patio sunset dinner was amazing Great place for large or small groups W ill be back

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4.8

4.8 (4664)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Marco Island

About the restaurant

The Oyster Society, Seafood and Raw Bar, is located in the heart of Marco Island. We take pride in bringing our guests hand-selected local seafood, shellfish, and daily raw bar specials. Our first-class wine collection and expertly-crafted cocktails are perfect compliments to our seasonal seafood dishes. Transport back in time with Roaring 20's inspired rooms and Art Deco interiors as you soak in the nautical touches and listen to live music from the jazz age.

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Mark

Dined 4 days ago

Despite a 445pm reservation, the restaurant was energetic and filling quickly. The food was fantastic, and our server was exceptional. An overall wonderful experience.

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Marco Prime Steak & Seafood

4.7

4.7 (3984)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Marco Island

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of Marco Island, Marco Prime Steaks & Seafood is a unique interpretation of a Classic American Steakhouse with hints of French, Italian and Asian cuisine offered in a modern yet warm atmosphere. Consistently voted one of the best restaurants in Marco Island, we serve the finest cuts of USDA Prime beef and high-quality seafood. Our diverse menu will satisfy any personal cravings, we are offering innovative modern cuisine and classically inspired dishes and desserts, extensive wine list and hand-crafted cocktails. We have a custom-built wine cellar and offer an exclusive collection recognized by Wine Spectator Magazine. Come dine with us, tonight!

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Christopher

Dined 1 day ago

Had to push our reservation due to flight issues and the staff was very accommodating for a busy Friday night. Ending up getting there early and found a spot at the bar. Bartender was extremely friendly and provided great service. Only complaint would be two dogs on the patio, one of which was sitting on one of the barstools.

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Popular dish

6oz Petit Filet Mignon

Popular dish

Chocolate Trio

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Miso Glazed Chilean Sea Bass

Fin Bistro

4.7

4.7 (86)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Marco Island

About the restaurant

Fin Bistro, Marco Island's premier fresh fish restaurant is best described as elevated island dining. We specialize in refined super-fresh seafood, using fish and produce from local sources. Satisfy every craving with our chef-curated menu, signature handcrafted cocktails, house made desserts and extensive wine list. Our service is attentive and unpretentious. Top sellers include our swordfish picatta, grouper, crab cakes, calamari, perfectly prepared filet mignon, cider brined pork chop, kobe burgers, pastas and our homemade apple croissant bread pudding.

Our comfortably elegant atmosphere is perfect for a casual dinner and for date night, birthdays, anniversary and other special celebrations. Several dining options, including our indoor dining room, bar seating and air conditioned patio dining.

Fin Bistro will be your new restaurant of choice anytime your dining in Marco Island.

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GinaVIP

Dined 3 days ago

We all said it was the best meal on Marco! Great service, great food! We will make it a first choice when we are here.

Ario

4.6

4.6 (2187)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Marco Island

About the restaurant

2019 Wine Enthusiast Top 100 Restaurants in America

Our signature Marco Island steakhouse, Ario, offers an elegant dining room with a menu that is globally inspired and locally sourced. Choose from our in-house 35-day, dry-aged steaks or fresh seafood, and allow our sommeliers and mixologists to complete the experience with the perfect American wine or handcrafted cocktail.

At Ario, we believe fine dining should be orchestrated like an art form, enabling an experience that is as thought-provoking as it is delicious. The dress code is business casual. Thank you for not wearing gym attire, sports or logoed t-shirts, tank tops, beachwear, flip-flops, and hats.

For holiday reservations, please contact Jennifer Stark at jennifer.stark@marriott.com or 239-393-3226. All holiday menus will be pre-fixed special menus; no regular menus will be available for Thanksgiving dinner, Christmas dinner, or New Year's Eve dinner.

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John

Dined 3 days ago

OK nice atmosphere, nice people A bit pricey, needs more menu options

Pub 1105

4.6

4.6 (25)

$31 to $50

Southern

Marco Island

About the restaurant

Pub 1105 is an eclectic southern pub that brings together an abundance of fresh, local ingredients, with friendly, contagious energy in a quaint atmosphere.

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Kevin

Dined 3 days ago

We visited Pub 1105 in October and were very happy with our experience. Since then the menu has been expanded and the food is as excellent as our first visit. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly. The restaurant staff has adjusted to higher volume successfully. We are very happy that Pub 1105 has brought a southern cuisine restaurant to Marco! Highly recommended.

Verdi's Bistro

4.5

4.5 (2444)

$31 to $50

American

Marco Island

About the restaurant

Verdi’s American Bistro has been serving homemade fresh entree's in Marco Island since 1998. The atmosphere is causal fine dining, some of our signature specialties included New Zealand Rack of Lamb, Chilean Sea Bass and the best Crispy Duck you’ll ever taste. We prepare all our entrees fresh in our kitchen to order, using the highest quality ingredients. Come join us!!

*Note OpenTable will give you the option to dine in our dinning room (regular) or on the outdoor patio
*Please provided your cell phone number when leaving contact information, we will always confirm your reservation.
*Verdi's is a family owned restaurant with limited seating, if you have reservation and can't make it, Please cancel the reservation through the Open-table app or by calling the restaurant (239.394.5533).

Thank You for choosing Verdis, We look forward to serving you soon!

Vince and Mari
Proprietors

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Laura

Dined on 25 Dec 2024

Christmas dinner 2025 was fantastic. First time visiting Marco Island so booked this not knowing what to expect and we were not disappointed. Steaks cooked perfectly and good quality beef. Would recommend.

CJ's on the Bay

4.4

4.4 (825)

$30 and under

American

Marco Island

About the restaurant

CJ's on the Bay is the gem everyone is talking about on Marco Island. Featuring spectacular waterfront dining overlooking beautiful Smokehouse Bay, CJ's is an ideal spot to relax and enjoy the ambiance of beautiful Southwest Florida. Featuring an outside gazebo bar and a full-service restaurant, CJ's on the Bay provides an entertainment venue for everyone. CJ's diverse full menu compliments the breathtaking views featuring appetizers, salads and sandwiches and a variety of entrees to please everyone's appetite for lunch, afternoon snacking or evening dinners. Whether you are a long-time resident of the area, a seasonal friend, or a first time visitor – Experience Marco the CJ's Way!

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LisaVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Lovely evening out at CJs. Our server was great very warm and friendly, nothing was too much trouble. Live music was great made a really relaxed holiday atmosphere. Food as always great fresh and delicious. One of our favourite restaurants when we are visiting Marco Island

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Osteria Capri - Marco Island

4.2

4.2 (92)

$31 to $50

Italian

Marco Island

About the restaurant

Osteria Capri features authentic Italian cuisine with a modern sophisticated touch using only the freshest seasonal ingredients. Enjoy a festive experience in a Bistro-style setting, with hundreds of Italian wines and dozens of original oil paintings decorating the walls.

Open kitchen flair is added enjoyment of the evening as you can watch your dinner being carefully prepared.

Our menu is the total creation of Chef/Owner, AJ Black, where his motto reigns supreme, “Fresh Ingredients, simplicity, love are the recipe for a treasured dining experience."

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PaulVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Great appetizers and main entrees. Had the charcuterie, roasted artichokes and a caprese salad. All excellent for the 5 of us. Entrees included Gnocchi, clams and pasta, carbonara, and penne puttanesca. Couple bottles of Silverado Chardonnay. Excellent food and excellent service. Have been there 4x and on Isle of Capri at least a dozen times. Never disappoints.

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