“Food that’s beautiful to look at seems to taste better than food that isn’t.” epicurious

and his experienced team are passionate about food, and you’ll taste the proof. With variety enough for any palate, the menu includes selections such as The Big Monkey, a pork chop served with apple relish; Rum and Pepper Painted Grouper, served over rice with mango orange sauce; and Ahi Tuna Salad. Try the steak, which earned this eatery the title of Best Steakhouse in Cape Coral. Indoor and outdoor seating are available, and live entertainment is offered nightly. L, D 1428 Lafayette St., Cape Coral, 239-549-8800, monkeybarcape.com NEVERMIND AWESOME BAR AND EATERY

A Taste of the Good Life! Share some Crispy Parmesan Truffle Wings or try a Volcano Spring Roll to start. Chef Hugo uses the best hand-selected ingredients, and it shows in the flavor! The Bar Steak and Blue Cheese Crust is always popular, and don’t miss the truffle fries, made with gourmet specialty Kennebec potatoes. LD 927 E. Cape Coral Parkway, Cape Coral, 239-471-0295, nevermindcapecoral.com PARADISE DELI AND GRILL

Heavenly Taste. The menu is built around the idea that fresh ingredients and homemade food just taste better. Whether you try a Greek omelet for breakfast or Philly cheesesteak for lunch or dinner, you’ll taste the difference. Be sure to try the award-winning Reuben. Too busy to dine in? The entire menu is available for take-out, and the catering menu offers an array of choices to make your next party a hit. B, L, D 2378 Surfside Blvd., Cape Coral, 239-2922378, paradisedelicc.com