Sanibel Island was devastated by Hurricane Ian in 2022. But the resiliency of the island and its people is remarkable. While rebuilding is still ongoing, many restaurants and shops have returned and new ones have opened. There are still 25 miles of biking / walking trails and over 15 miles of beaches filled with shells.
All photos were taken in June, 2025.
Restaurants
Jerry’s Cafe - Inside Jerry’s grocery store
Lighthouse Cafe - Now located in the old Sanibel Fresh location
Over Easy Cafe - Now in the Village Shops
Gramma Dots - At the Sanibel Marina, cute gift shop, great frozen drinks and food
Dante’s Italian Kitchen
Pinocchios - Their new location is in Periwinkle Place
The Shack - A new addition to the island!
Cheeburger Cheeburger - Design your own cheeseburgers and malts
Wickies - The Island Cow is not coming back but the owners opened this restaurant in the old Lighthouse Cafe location
Sanibel Bean - Coffee. Need I say more? 2240 Periwinkle Way
KeyLime Bistro - On Captiva Island
Just to name a few!
Fun Island Activities
Farmers Market - Open every Sunday, October - May, in the city hall parking lot
Adventures in Paradise - Offers a number of excursions and cruises
Tarpon Bay Explorers - Nature tours and eco-friendly recreational opportunities
Sanibel Recreation Center - Tennis courts, lap pool, gym, playground. Daily / weekly passes available
Community Park and Playground with slides, swings, bathrooms, 2221 Periwinkle Way
YOLO Watersports - For all of your water sports activities, on Captiva Island
