Sanibel, Florida Restaurant Closures and Closed Restaurants

Welcome to Sanibel, Florida, a picturesque island city with a population of 7,319, renowned for its stunning beaches and vibrant wildlife. While the natural beauty draws visitors, the dining scene has seen its share of changes, with several closed down restaurants that once enriched local flavor. Here, we explore establishments that have shut down—some permanently closed, while others may have only been temporarily closed—showcasing the evolving culinary landscape of this charming coastal community.

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Pasture & Pearl – Sanibel – 2340 Periwinkle Way
2340 Periwinkle Way
Sanibel, FL 33957
Status: Permanently Closed
McT’s Shrimp House & Tavern – Sanibel – 1523 Periwinkle Way
1523 Periwinkle Way
Sanibel, FL 33957
Status: Permanently Closed
Starfish Grill – Sanibel – 1231 Middle Gulf Dr
1231 Middle Gulf Dr
Sanibel, FL 33957
Status: Permanently Closed
The Jac Sanibel *(Now Tipsy Turtle)* – Sanibel – 1223 Periwinkle Way Building A
1223 Periwinkle Way Building A
Sanibel, FL 33957
Status: Permanently Closed
Tidewater Bistro – Sanibel – 2330 Palm Ridge Rd
2330 Palm Ridge Rd
Sanibel, FL 33957
Status: Permanently Closed
Sanibel’s Waterfront Restaurant – Sanibel – 634 N Yachtsman Dr
634 N Yachtsman Dr
Sanibel, FL 33957
Status: Permanently Closed
Greenhouse Grill – Sanibel – 2407 Periwinkle Way
2407 Periwinkle Way
Sanibel, FL 33957
Status: Permanently Closed
Chip’s Sanibel Steakhouse – Sanibel – 1473 Periwinkle Way
1473 Periwinkle Way
Sanibel, FL 33957
Status: Permanently Closed
Fresh Taqueria – Sanibel – 2411 Periwinkle Way
2411 Periwinkle Way
Sanibel, FL 33957
Status: Permanently Closed
Blue Coyote Supper Club – Sanibel – 1100 Par View Dr
1100 Par View Dr
Sanibel, FL 33957
Status: Permanently Closed
The Fig East – Sanibel – 359 Periwinkle Way
359 Periwinkle Way
Sanibel, FL 33957
Status: Permanently Closed
The Clam Shack – Sanibel – 2407 Periwinkle Way #5
2407 Periwinkle Way #5
Sanibel, FL 33957
Status: Permanently Closed
Normandie Seaside Caf√© – Sanibel – 3345 W Gulf Dr
3345 W Gulf Dr
Sanibel, FL 33957
Status: Permanently Closed
The Pecking Order Fried Chicken & Pies – Sanibel – 2496 Palm Ridge Rd
2496 Palm Ridge Rd
Sanibel, FL 33957
Status: Permanently Closed
Spoondrift Island Bowls – Sanibel – 2441 Periwinkle Way
2441 Periwinkle Way
Sanibel, FL 33957
Status: Permanently Closed
Sunset Grill – Sanibel – 6536 Pine Ave
6536 Pine Ave
Sanibel, FL 33957
Status: Permanently Closed
The Sandbar – Sanibel – 2761 W Gulf Dr
2761 W Gulf Dr
Sanibel, FL 33957
Status: Permanently Closed
Tipsy Turtle Restaurant & Bar – Sanibel – 1223 Periwinkle Way Building B
1223 Periwinkle Way Building B
Sanibel, FL 33957
Status: Permanently Closed
East End Deli Sanibel Oasis Cafe – Sanibel – 359 Periwinkle Way
359 Periwinkle Way
Sanibel, FL 33957
Status: Permanently Closed
Savoury Spoon – Sanibel – Bailey’S Center, 2463 Periwinkle Way
Bailey'S Center, 2463 Periwinkle Way
Sanibel, FL 33957
Status: Permanently Closed
Sanibel Fresh – Sanibel – 1020 Periwinkle Way
1020 Periwinkle Way
Sanibel, FL 33957
Status: Permanently Closed
Malia Island Fusion Cuisine – Sanibel – 1100 Par View Dr
1100 Par View Dr
Sanibel, FL 33957
Status: Permanently Closed
Sea Breeze Caf√© – Sanibel – 1451 Middle Gulf Dr Suite #3
1451 Middle Gulf Dr Suite #3
Sanibel, FL 33957
Status: Permanently Closed
Sweet Melissa’s Cafe – Sanibel – 1625 Periwinkle Way
1625 Periwinkle Way
Sanibel, FL 33957
Status: Permanently Closed
Lazy Flamingo – Sanibel – #C, 6520 Pine Ave
#C, 6520 Pine Ave
Sanibel, FL 33957
Status: Permanently Closed