Barnacle Phil's Restaurant

Barnacle Phil’s proudly serves locally grown food to our guests.  Buying local in Southwest Florida supports the region’s rich fishing, farming and ranching traditions and gives our guests flavorful food.  Buying local builds our community and reduces our carbon footprint.

Famous for our black beans and rice , we have supplemented the menu with fresh fruit from Pine Island, grass fed beef and organic vegetables from Punta Gorda, locally caught seafood and fresh salads.  Our ice cream and sorbet are made by Queenies in Fort Myers: she  has a dedicated local following.

Barnacle Phil’s is an iconic waterfront restaurant located in Safety Harbor on North Captiva Island.  You may dine indoors or outdoors under the Chickee.  We offer games for the entire family while you are waiting or kids can get fishing gear and bait dockside and drop a line.

The gift shop features souvenirs and locally made glassware, pottery, prints, photographs and island apparel.  Buy a Barnacle Phil’s t-shirt, a cozie or a canvas bag to remember your visit.  Make sure you have the sunscreen windshirt if you are heading out fishing.  Ladies, find a sarong or a batik dress to wear on the beach while you are on “island time.”  Guys, there is plenty of stuff for you as well.  We have games and crafts for kids.

When you want to bike, kayak or go fishing, head to Bob’s Island Adventures.  You will be fully outfitted for your activity.

If you decide, like we did, that North Captiva must be your piece of paradise, visit Chuck and Suzanne Brazik at Backwater Bay Real Estate.

Have fun!

Charles and Deb Skinner