The Purple Dolph-Inn Guidebook
Food scene
Awesome seafood, angus burgers and entertainment schedule- just over the bridge!
113 locals recommend
Bert's Bar & Grill
4271 Pine Island RdAwesome seafood, angus burgers and entertainment schedule- just over the bridge!
Beautiful sunsets and patio seating, dine in or carry out.
32 locals recommend
Capt'n Con's Fish House
8421 Main StBeautiful sunsets and patio seating, dine in or carry out.
Cw Fudge Factory LLC
4548 Pine Island RdGreat selection of flavors and only a short walk.
Fine in or carry out. They have weekly specials, grilled chicken and more.
6 locals recommend
El Pollo Rico
5508 Avenue AFine in or carry out. They have weekly specials, grilled chicken and more.
Quaint little shop with great service in walking distance!
20 locals recommend
Great Licks Ice Cream Shop
4548 Pine Island RdQuaint little shop with great service in walking distance!
Little Lilly's Island Deli
10700 Stringfellow RdBreakfast , lunch and pre- made meals.
Nick B's Artisan Food Market
Burnt Store Marina
Farmer’s Market every Friday 9am- 1pm
Awesome food and nice bar. Outdoor seating available or dine inside. Just a short walk and a local favorite.
87 locals recommend
Blue Dog Bar & Grill
4597 Pine Island RdAwesome food and nice bar. Outdoor seating available or dine inside. Just a short walk and a local favorite.
Popular spot for Harley enthusiasts and often have live entertainment.
31 locals recommend
Ragged Ass Saloon
3421 Stringfellow RdPopular spot for Harley enthusiasts and often have live entertainment.
Miceli's Restaurant
3930 Pine Island RdGreat food and views! A favorite!
Olde Fish House Marina
10700 Pine Island RdFresh seafood for purchase or eat in. Unique Souvenirs .
Love this place! Specialty coffees , regular coffees, and an extensive breakfast , lunch menu!
56 locals recommend
Perfect Cup
4548 Pine Island RdLove this place! Specialty coffees , regular coffees, and an extensive breakfast , lunch menu!
Marina
Adjacent to your stay!
Olde Fish House Marina
10700 Pine Island RdWaterbird Boat Rentals
16471 Porto Bello StreetRent 20’ deck boats at affordable prices.
Four Winds Marina
16501 Stringfellow RdFishing charters and boat rentals.
Additional activities
Pickle Ball court at Community Center is in Community Park, next to Blue Dog Restaurant.
211 locals recommend
Matlacha
Pickle Ball court at Community Center is in Community Park, next to Blue Dog Restaurant.
Mangrove Paddling Company, LLC
4520 Pine Island RdClose by and offering rentals and tours.
Open daily and no fishing license required! Fishing rods available for rent. Fish all day for $10. Free parking. Boat ramp and dock space available. Call for details #239-283-2244.
31 locals recommend
Bokeelia Fishing Pier
8421 Main StOpen daily and no fishing license required! Fishing rods available for rent. Fish all day for $10. Free parking. Boat ramp and dock space available. Call for details #239-283-2244.
Pine Island Community Pool
5675 Sesame DrFor the pool lover in you! Kick back and soak or swim!
Pine Island Community Church
5320 Doug Taylor CirAlso houses thrift shop!
Pine Island Road
Pine Island RoadBorrow our bikes ! Or go on a hike or paddle to explore more!
Closed fir winter , re- opens in spring. Look at website for details.
271 locals recommend
Sun Splash Family Waterpark
500 Santa Barbara BlvdClosed fir winter , re- opens in spring. Look at website for details.
Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre
1380 Colonial BlvdCheck out their website fir shows and tickets!
61 locals recommend
Barbara B Mann Performing Arts Hall
13350 FSW PkwyCheck out their website fir shows and tickets!
5360 Genesee Pkwy
5360 Genesee ParkwayLearn with Lynn how to play ukulele! Why not?!
12570 Aubrey Lane, Bokeelia,Fl
Fresh produce and specialty items as well. Have you been curious about Goat Yoga? Come see why it’s a favorite on the island! Call ahead for your spot, Saturday’s only.
12570 Aubrey Ln
12570 Aubrey Lane12570 Aubrey Lane, Bokeelia,Fl
Fresh produce and specialty items as well. Have you been curious about Goat Yoga? Come see why it’s a favorite on the island! Call ahead for your spot, Saturday’s only.
Galleries
A must see gallery! Classes offered as well!
Leoma Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens
4637 Pine Island RdLocal artists unique island artwork. Classes offered by local artists!
15 locals recommend
Wild Child Art Gallery
4625 Pine Island RdLocal artists unique island artwork. Classes offered by local artists!
Matlacha Menagerie
4625 Pine Island RdGreat to just browse or shop!
Bert's Pine Bay Gallery
4332 Pine Island RdUnique art and one of a kind gifts!
Crossed Palms Gallery-Bokeelia
8315 Main StPaintings, pottery, glass, clothing and more.
Island Visions
2224 Pine Island RdSo much to see here and great gifts. Right next to ice cream shop too!
Trader's Hitching Post
4547 Pine Island RdGo here for authentic Native American jewelry and more.
Lots of selection for unique island crafts at Capt’n Con’s Restaurant.
31 locals recommend
Bokeelia Fishing Pier
8421 Main StLots of selection for unique island crafts at Capt’n Con’s Restaurant.
Museums
MOTI is run by volunteers to preserve ancient histories and more recent histories of Pine Island.
15 locals recommend
Museum of the Islands
5728 Sesame DrMOTI is run by volunteers to preserve ancient histories and more recent histories of Pine Island.
Calusa trail
13810 Waterfront DrVisitor Center is open daily 10-4, closed Sundays.
Sightseeing
Bocilla island seaport
8395 Main StreetDouble and single kayak rentals available here #239-283-2244.
Tropic Star Cruises
Waterfront DriveBook a ferry ride to Cayo Costa State Park!
You will need a ferry ride to get there but worth it! See Tropic Star Cruises.
23 locals recommend
Cayo Costa
You will need a ferry ride to get there but worth it! See Tropic Star Cruises.
Beaches
Take our beach wagon, chairs and umbrella and explore the beach!
436 locals recommend
Fort Myers Beach
Take our beach wagon, chairs and umbrella and explore the beach!
Beautiful, but leave early to beat the traffic. You are welcome to borrow our beach wagon, chairs and umbrella.
Sanibel Island Northern Beach
200 Periwinkle WayBeautiful, but leave early to beat the traffic. You are welcome to borrow our beach wagon, chairs and umbrella.
This is river front beach. A favorite spot for families. Restaurant in walking distance and pier.
47 locals recommend
Yacht Club Community Park
5819 Driftwood PkwyThis is river front beach. A favorite spot for families. Restaurant in walking distance and pier.
Four Freedoms Park
4818 Tarpon Ct