The best restaurants in Ave Maria

38 restaurants we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Local chain serving chicken wings & made-to-order pizzas in a relaxed atmosphere.

15275 Collier Blvd (Naples)

Local chain serving chicken wings & made-to-order pizzas in a relaxed atmosphere.

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Casual restaurant serving New York-style pizzas with a choice of over 30 toppings, plus Italian-American comfort food.

55 Everglades Blvd N #108 (Naples)

Casual restaurant serving New York-style pizzas with a choice of over 30 toppings, plus Italian-American comfort food.

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Jet's Pizza

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Counter-serve chain offering Detroit-style pizza with flavored crusts, plus wings & subs.

7211 Vanderbilt Beach Rd Suite 11 (Naples)

Counter-serve chain offering Detroit-style pizza with flavored crusts, plus wings & subs.

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Chill eatery for tacos and Tex-Mex eats, such as enchiladas and fajitas, plus an outdoor patio. Service is attentive, friendly and…

8845 Founders Square Dr (Naples)

Chill eatery for tacos and Tex-Mex eats, such as enchiladas and fajitas, plus an outdoor patio. Service is attentive, friendly and efficient.

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Made-to-order Mexican food & Latin cocktails whipped up in a casual counter-serve eatery.

2220 Logan Blvd N Ste 810 (Naples)

Made-to-order Mexican food & Latin cocktails whipped up in a casual counter-serve eatery.

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Hibachi of Japan

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Informal eatery selling sushi and hibachi bowls plus noodles and dumplings.

15215 Collier Blvd #307 (Naples)

Informal eatery selling sushi and hibachi bowls plus noodles and dumplings.

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Casual restaurant serving classic Italian comfort food including pizza, stromboli, and garlic knots.

2542 Northbrooke Plaza Dr (Naples)

Casual restaurant serving classic Italian comfort food including pizza, stromboli, and garlic knots.

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Casual spot for sushi, hibachi dishes, gluten-free options and ramen.

7550 Mission Hills Dr #306 (Naples)

Casual spot for sushi, hibachi dishes, gluten-free options and ramen.

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Mr. Taco

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Mexican, fresh food joint featuring tacos and gorditas, plus burritos and fajitas, amid casual surroundings.

409 W Main St (Immokalee)

Mexican, fresh food joint featuring tacos and gorditas, plus burritos and fajitas, amid casual surroundings.

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Family-run pizzeria also serving classic New York-style Italian meals, subs and calzones.

7550 Mission Hills Dr (Naples)

Family-run pizzeria also serving classic New York-style Italian meals, subs and calzones.

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Two Meatballs in the Kitchen - Naples is your go-to when the red-sauce craving hits, with Mama’s Meatballs, hand-tossed pies, and legit…

9010 Bellaire Bay Dr (Naples)

Two Meatballs in the Kitchen - Naples is your go-to when the red-sauce craving hits, with Mama’s Meatballs, hand-tossed pies, and legit chicken parm built on house-made sauces. Put it on your list this week, portions are generous and the pastas deliver that cozy Sunday-supper energy.

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Tipsy Corner

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Craft cocktails, elevated bites, and live music are the vibe at Tipsy Corner, with themed nights that flip a regular week into something…

8855 Immokalee Rd Unit 17 (Naples)

Craft cocktails, elevated bites, and live music are the vibe at Tipsy Corner, with themed nights that flip a regular week into something fun. When you need a close-to-home reset, this spot brings game-day energy, late-night laughs, and the kind of crowd you actually want to run into.

From the Immokalee newsletter, August 3, 2026

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EE-TO-LEET-KE Grill at Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee turns a regular weeknight into a mini victory lap with contemporary regional dishes…

506 S 1st St (Immokalee)

EE-TO-LEET-KE Grill at Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee turns a regular weeknight into a mini victory lap with contemporary regional dishes built around Prime aged beef, fresh seafood, and locally sourced produce.

From the Immokalee newsletter, August 5, 2026

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When dinner needs zero fuss and maximum flavor, Herb's Catering & Best BBQ has been serving SWFL since 2002 with pulled pork, brisket, and…

9850 Immokalee Rd (Naples) · ✓ checked Jul 28

When dinner needs zero fuss and maximum flavor, Herb's Catering & Best BBQ has been serving SWFL since 2002 with pulled pork, brisket, and ribs, plus homemade sides and hot or mild sauce. Perfect for family nights, team feeds, or that backyard hang you promised to host this week.

From the Ave Maria newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Lozano's Mexican Restaurant is the family-owned spot for made-from-scratch comfort... hand-rolled tortillas, sizzling fajitas, hearty…

405 New Market Rd E (Immokalee)

Lozano's Mexican Restaurant is the family-owned spot for made-from-scratch comfort... hand-rolled tortillas, sizzling fajitas, hearty breakfast tacos, and a fried Oreos finale if you’re feeling bold. Pair it with a margarita or peach sangria and call this week officially upgraded.

From the Ave Maria newsletter, August 6, 2026

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Lucky Mi Noodle House blends traditional Asian ingredients with contemporary flair, turning out Vietnamese pho, Sapporo Miso Seafood Ramen,…

506 S 1st St (Immokalee)

Lucky Mi Noodle House blends traditional Asian ingredients with contemporary flair, turning out Vietnamese pho, Sapporo Miso Seafood Ramen, Korean Beef & Broccoli, and a rich Lobster Fried Rice crowned with two cold-water lobster tails. Make it a this week move when you want big flavor without the fuss.

From the Immokalee newsletter, August 4, 2026

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Thin-crust pies, pastas & cocktails in airy, modern surrounds with black-&-white photographs of NYC.

8855 Immokalee Rd (Naples)

Thin-crust pies, pastas & cocktails in airy, modern surrounds with black-&-white photographs of NYC.

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Casa Cotzelli

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Relaxed venue featuring Tuscan and Milanese cooking, plus wine, beer, and cocktails.

6175 Towncenter Cir (Naples) · ✓ checked Aug 5

Relaxed venue featuring Tuscan and Milanese cooking, plus wine, beer, and cocktails.

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KFC

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Restaurant chain known for its buckets of fried chicken, plus combo meals & sides.

630 N 15th St (Immokalee)

Restaurant chain known for its buckets of fried chicken, plus combo meals & sides.

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Prix-fixe menus and wine pairings star at this intimate eatery located near downtown Naples.

2355 Vanderbilt Beach Rd #158 (Naples)

Prix-fixe menus and wine pairings star at this intimate eatery located near downtown Naples.

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Papa Johns Pizza

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Pizza take-out & delivery chain offering classic & specialty pizzas, plus wings, sides & desserts.

1630 Lake Trafford Rd Unit 1 (Immokalee)

Pizza take-out & delivery chain offering classic & specialty pizzas, plus wings, sides & desserts.

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Wingstop

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Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

7740 Preserve Ln Unit 3 (Naples)

Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

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Italian eatery with a menu ranging from pizza to lasagna to subs, plus beer and wine.

13260 Immokalee Rd (Naples)

Italian eatery with a menu ranging from pizza to lasagna to subs, plus beer and wine.

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Straightforward joint serving pizza & Italian staples in no-frills digs with sports on TV.

2356 Immokalee Rd (Naples)

Straightforward joint serving pizza & Italian staples in no-frills digs with sports on TV.

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Burger King

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Well-known fast-food chain serving grilled burgers, fries & shakes.

1260 N 15th St (Immokalee)

Well-known fast-food chain serving grilled burgers, fries & shakes.

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Blu Jelly

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Breakfast and lunch dishes are offered in a casual space at this restaurant with a kids' menu.

2650 Immokalee Rd (Naples)

Breakfast and lunch dishes are offered in a casual space at this restaurant with a kids' menu.

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Yolk & Coffee

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Casual restaurant offering familiar breakfast and brunch fare in a comfortable setting.

15215 Collier Blvd #310 (Naples)

Casual restaurant offering familiar breakfast and brunch fare in a comfortable setting.

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Sushi & Japanese bites, plus Thai & Chinese standards, are offered in cozy quarters with a patio.

8845 Founders Square Dr (Naples)

Sushi & Japanese bites, plus Thai & Chinese standards, are offered in cozy quarters with a patio.

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Casual, kid-friendly spot featuring a range of pizza options, including NY-style pies, plus burgers, subs and salads.

3375 Pine Ridge Rd #104 (Naples)

Casual, kid-friendly spot featuring a range of pizza options, including NY-style pies, plus burgers, subs and salads.

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Kountry Kitchen

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Homey restaurant featuring burgers and ribs, plus breakfast plates and country cooking.

301 New Market Rd E (Immokalee)

Homey restaurant featuring burgers and ribs, plus breakfast plates and country cooking.

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Straightforward barbecue chain known for ribs, with classic sides, kids' eats & sandwiches.

621 N 15th St (Immokalee)

Straightforward barbecue chain known for ribs, with classic sides, kids' eats & sandwiches.

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Casual Chicago-style pizzeria serving thin-crust pies as well as burgers and wings, plus beer and cocktails.

7740 Preserve Ln (Naples)

Casual Chicago-style pizzeria serving thin-crust pies as well as burgers and wings, plus beer and cocktails.

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Casual, modern eatery serving pizzas and other Italian fare, along with Peruvian dishes.

1025 W Main St (Immokalee)

Casual, modern eatery serving pizzas and other Italian fare, along with Peruvian dishes.

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Rusty’s Naples

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Down-to-earth sports bar featuring seafood plates, burgers, draft brews & cocktails, plus a patio.

2700 Immokalee Rd (Naples)

Down-to-earth sports bar featuring seafood plates, burgers, draft brews & cocktails, plus a patio.

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New York-style deli in the casino offering sandwiches and other comfort fare, plus live music.

506 S 1st St (Immokalee)

New York-style deli in the casino offering sandwiches and other comfort fare, plus live music.

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Cracklin' Jack's

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Steak, ribs, seafood & fried chicken plus Southern-style sides dished out in a down-home setting.

2560 39th St SW (Naples)

Steak, ribs, seafood & fried chicken plus Southern-style sides dished out in a down-home setting.

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Oak & Stone

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Relaxed pizzeria featuring a wall of self-serve beer taps and burgers, plus live music.

2270 Logan Blvd N (Naples)

Relaxed pizzeria featuring a wall of self-serve beer taps and burgers, plus live music.

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Wingstop

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Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

1721 Oil Well Rd Unit 7 (Naples)

Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

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