NAPLES, FLORIDA THE ESTES PARK INSTITUTE www.estespark.org P.O. Box 400, Englewood, CO 80151 1-800-727-8225 Fax 724-548-1383
SUGGESTED RESTAURANTS IN THE NAPLES AREA BY The Fellows of Estes Park Institute The Naples area is becoming more and more attractive. Along with the fine beaches, golf courses and excellent shopping, the dining and entertainment options continue to grow and improve. The internet provides several sites for current information about the Naples area. Try www.digitalcity.com and www.bestof.net when browsing for event, sightseeing and restaurant information. Please verify information when making a reservation as it is subject to change. Thank you for selecting this Estes Park Institute conference. We sincerely hope you enjoy the Naples area and your conference experience. Absinthe Restaurant & Lounge 2355 Vanderbilt Beach Road Naples 239-254-0050 Absinthe Restaurant is new to the Naples scene. Located in the Galleria Shopping Mall, it is quickly becoming the place to be seen. The restaurant serves modern Mediterranean cuisine which can be enjoyed in the sleek dining room or beautiful patio. Lunch: 11:30 am - 3:00 pm, daily Dinner: 5:30 pm - 11:00 pm, nightly Alexander s 4077 US 41 North Park Square, Suite D101 239-262-4999 Alexander s serves very good pasta and seafood dishes at reasonable prices. Known for excellent, friendly service. Lunch: 11:30 am - 2:00 pm, Monday thru Friday Dinner: 5:00 pm - 9:30 pm, Monday thru Saturday 1
Amore Ristorante Neapolitan Way 4681 9th Street North 239-643-2201 Although the restaurant is located in a strip mall, the décor inside is quite stylish. Amore serves classic Italian cuisine with daily specials. Dinner: 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm, nightly Angelina s Ristorante 24104 South Tamiami Trail Bonita Springs 239-390-3187 Visit Angelina's to indulge in fine Italian cuisine served by a top-notch wait-staff. The chef uses the finest meats, freshest seafood, hand-made pastas and house-baked breads to create a memorable dining experience. Bamboo Café 755 12th Avenue South 239-643-6177 Bamboo Café offers French Bistro food with some North African spices added to make it even more interesting. Dinner: 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm, nightly Bistro 821 821 Fifth Avenue South 239-261-5821 Bistro 821 offers a wide array of innovative seafood, steak and pasta entrees. The dining room can be a bit noisy when busy. Strongly Dinner: 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm, Monday thru Saturday Baleen LaPlaya Beach Resort 9891 Gulfshore Drive 239-598-5707 Baleen is just an all around excellent restaurant. The dining room s British Colonial motif is comfortable without being stiff. The menu is not quite Fusion, but not Continental either. It features a spectrum of flavors and preparations with lots of pizzazz. The view is to die for. Dinner: 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm, nightly Bleu Provence 1234 Eighth Street South 239-261-8239 The atmosphere and food at Bleu Provence take one directly to the south of France. The efficient wait staff are well informed about the menu and wine cellar. Dinner: 4:30 pm - 11:00 pm, Monday thru Saturday Breakfast: 7:00 am - 11:00 am, Monday thru Friday 7:00 am - 11:30 am, Saturday and Sunday Lunch: 11:30 am - 2:30 pm, Monday thru Friday 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm, Saturday and Sunday Dinner: 5:30 pm - 11:00 pm, nightly 2
The Boat House 990 Broad Avenue South 239-643-2235 A steak and seafood restaurant located literally over Naples Bay at the Cove Inn. 11:30 am - 9:00 pm, Sunday thru Thursday 11:30 am - 10:00 pm, Friday and Saturday Café Barcelona Tapas Restaurant 336 13th Avenue South 239-261-7498 This Spanish charmer serves tapas and is getting enthusiastic reviews. For a change of pace, enjoy a meal of small plates of traditional Spanish delights or larger specialty dishes. Lunch: 11:30 am - 3:00 pm, daily Dinner: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm, nightly Café and Bar Lurcat on Fifth 494 Fifth Avenue South 239-213-3357 The New American cuisine ranges from the nouvelle to comfort food. The restaurant has a spectacular wine list. Dinner: 5:00 pm - 9:30 pm, Sunday thru Thursday 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm, Friday and Saturday Campiello 1177 Third Street South 239-435-1166 Contemporary Italian cuisine. Lunch: 11:30 am - 2:30 pm, daily Dinner: 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm, Sunday thru Thursday 5:00 pm - 10:30 pm, Friday and Saturday Chardonnay Nouveau 2331 North Tamiami Trail 239-261-3111 Chardonnay has re-opened as Chardonnay Nouveau. And though it's still a continental restaurant serving classic dishes, the ingredients, preparations and service are well above the standard. The dining room has been updated and tables are well spaced for conversation. Yes Dinner: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm, Monday thru Saturday Chops City Grill 837 Fifth Avenue South 239-262-4677 Chops open kitchen packages fine steaks and seafood and attentive service for a festive dining experience. Also has a Bonita Springs location. Dinner: 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm, Sunday thru Thursday 5:30 pm - 11:00 pm, Friday and Saturday 3
Coast Edgewater Beach & Club 1901 Gulf Shore Boulevard North 239-403-2000 Coast is the new waterfront restaurant at Edgewater Beach. The chef has created a contemporary menu which focuses on fresh seafood seasoned with interesting spices. A tasting menu paired with wine is offered nightly. for Dinner Breakfast: 7:00 am - 11:00 am, daily Dinner: 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm, nightly Cote D Azur Riverchase Shopping Center 11224 US 41 N. 239-597-8867 Chef-owner Claudio Scaduto opened this small Provencal restaurant several years ago. It has become a treasure. Naples Tomato 14700 North Tamiami Trail 239-598-9800 Tomato is a unique market-restaurant. Enjoy a gourmet lunch or dinner, then shop the market aisles for fancy epicurean products or dessert. 11:30 am - 10:00 pm, daily Pazzo! 853 Fifth Avenue South 239-434-8494 Pazzo is a neighborhood Italian trattoria. It features homemade pastas and fresh local fish and shellfish. Dinner at Pazzo is a casual, relaxed evening. Dinner: 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm, Sunday thru Thursday 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm, Friday and Saturday Dinner: 5:00 pm - Close, nightly Escargot 41 4339 North Tamiami Trail 239-793-5000 Patrick and Jackie Fevrier have created a small gem of a restaurant in a tiny storefront space. Chef Patrick uses produce and herbs from his own garden and beautiful seafood and meat to create delicious dishes. Order cassoulet in advance or try bouillabaisse with rouille, sweetbreads or beef daube. Save room for a homemade dessert. Preston s Steakhouse 109 US 41 South 239-435-1986 Preston s is the place to splurge on a special dinner. The food is, of course, steak with other meats and a few seafood items. All are fresh, flawless and expensive. Savor the experience. Dinner: seatings at 6:00 pm, 7:00 pm, and 8:00 pm and Monday Dinner: 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm, Monday thru Saturday 4
Ristorante Ciao 835 Fourth Avenue South 239-263-3889 Ristorante Ciao offers fine handmade pastas, Osso Buco and Dover Sole. The luscious desserts are chef made. The restaurant has three private rooms for groups. Dinner: 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm, Monday thru Saturday Tre Fratellis Ristorante 975 Pine Ridge Road 239-596-2766 Tre Fratellis is one of Naples most successful Italian restaurants. It features homemade pastas and entrees of veal, chicken and seafood. Lunch: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, Monday thru Saturday Dinner: 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm, Monday thru Saturday Open 11:30 am - 10:00 pm, Sunday The Turtle Club of Naples 9225 Gulf Shore Drive North 239-592-6557 The Turtle Club was voted best Waterfront Restaurant in Naples in 2007. That says it all. Savor fantastic seafood and steaks in this upscale casual restaurant. Lunch: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm Dinner: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm, Sunday thru Thursday 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm, Friday and Saturday Truluck s Seafood, Steak and Crab House 698 Fourth Avenue South 239-530-3131 Truluck's is an upscale, casual restaurant that happens to serve exceptionally good seafood and steaks. There is live music every evening. Dinner: 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm, Sunday thru Thursday 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm, Friday and Saturday Vergina on Fifth Avenue 700 Fifth Avenue South 239-659-7008 Vergina's Italian inspired menu may be enjoyed in the spacious dining room or on the outdoor terrace. Either way, the competent staff will make you feel at home. Lunch: 11:30 am - 4:00 pm, Monday thru Saturday Dinner: 4:00 pm - Close, nightly 5
at the Ritz-Carlton, Naples The following restaurants are located in The Ritz-Carlton. Call 239-598-6644 for reservations. Gumbo Limbo Casual Outdoor Beachfront restaurant and bar located on the boardwalk. Caribbean flavor. Specialties include salads, sandwiches and seafood. The Poolside Café Sandwiches & Light Fare Beautiful outdoor setting Enjoy lunch, which is served from 11:30 am until 3:30 pm. The Terrace Restaurant A casual, Italian family-friendly restaurant, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. H2O Cafe Located on the top level of the spa, serving healthy cuisine daily from 8:00 am until 4:00 pm. The Grill Grilled Fish & Meats An elegant dining experience featuring aged prime meats, chops and fresh seafood. 6
Weather Average Temperatures in December Highs in the upper 70's, lows in the upper 50's Golf 18 Holes Tiburon (27 holes) 239-254-3340 www.ritzcarlton.com/resorts/naples For other golf opportunities, call (239) 254-3340 Tennis Four lighted har-tru courts at The Ritz-Carlton. Call (239) 598-3300 and ask for tennis facility. Pelican Bay Park 239-598-3025 Walking distance from hotel. Shopping The Waterside Shops Saks Fifth Avenue, Talbots, Gucci, Louis Vuitton www.watersideshops.net Third Street South Designer boutiques, restaurants www.thirdstreetsouth.com Fifth Avenue South Art galleries, specialty stores, dining www.fifthavenuesouth.com The Village on Venetian Bay Waterfront shopping and dining 239-261-6100 www.naples.com/village 7
Museums & Arts Philharmonic Center for the Arts 239-597-1900 www.thephil.org Thomas Edison/Henry Ford Winter Estates 239-334-7419 www.efwefla.org Historic Palm Cottage 239-261-8164 www.naples.net/history/naples/cottage.htm Nature Preserves Conservancy of Southwest Florida Natural environment 239-262-0304 www.conservancy.org Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary 500-year-old cypress tree forest 239-348-9151 www.audubon.org/local/sanctuary/corkscrew Everglades National Park 305-242-7700 www.nps.gov/ever Babcock Wilderness Florida s flora and fauna 800-500-5583 www.babcockwilderness.com Activities & Attractions Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens 239-262-5409 www.napleszoo.com Naples Bay Cruises, sightseeing tours Estero Bay Sightseeing, shelling cruises Naples Pier Sunset, fishing www.explorenaples.com/naples_municipal_beach_fishing_pier.phtml For additional information, please contact The Ritz Carlton, Naples concierge at 239-598-3300. 8 EPI-NDG 11.4.08