The best restaurants in Charlotte County

Punta Gorda folks, when you’re craving real-deal Southern cookin’ with a bluesy vibe, Leroy's Southern Kitchen & Bar is the move this week.…

201 W Marion Ave (Punta Gorda) · ✓ checked Jul 28

If your week needs crispy wings, a proper burger, and a spot in Port Charlotte to cheer or chill, Finnegan's Grille & Pub has the classics…

1825 S Tamiami Trl (Port Charlotte) · ✓ checked Jul 28

Born as a local food truck, Jay's Smokin BBQ now serves Texas-style brisket, juicy ribs, and scratch-made sides built on secret family…

10175 S Tamiami Trl Unit 1161 (Punta Gorda) · ✓ checked Jul 28

Ample venue offering bites, a patio, billiards & game-viewing in modest digs with a laid-back vibe.

2360 S Tamiami Trl (Port Charlotte)

Upscale restaurant serving steaks, seafood dishes and other fare, along with wine and cocktails.

19665 Cochran Blvd (Port Charlotte)

Chill shopping-center stop for NYC pizza, hearty plates & signature salads with beer & wine.

4560 S Tamiami Trl (Port Charlotte)

Simple, low-key eatery offering hearty European & German cuisine plus an array of wines & beers.

2414 S Tamiami Trl (Port Charlotte)

Folksy chain serving American comfort food in a roadhouse-themed space decorated with Americana.

1441 S Tamiami Trl #101 (Port Charlotte) · ✓ checked Aug 7

Pizza & other Southern Italian classics offered in a bustling strip-mall space with old-world flair.

1938 Kings Hwy (Port Charlotte)

Sports bar & grill chain famous for chicken wings served by waitresses in short shorts.

1360 S Tamiami Trl (Port Charlotte)

Modern sports bar with a wide range of wing flavors, plus other pub eats & kids' deals.

1020 El Jobean Rd (Port Charlotte)

Boisterous Australian-themed chain serving steaks, seafood & other hearty steakhouse fare.

1481 S Tamiami Trl (Port Charlotte)

Casual chain featuring BBQ & classic sides, plus memorabilia honoring soldiers & first responders.

1340 S Tamiami Trl (Port Charlotte)

Chain eatery & bar serving a diverse menu of classic Italian fare in a family-friendly setting.

1811 S Tamiami Trl (Port Charlotte)

Down-to-earth spot dishing up pancakes and biscuit-and-gravy combos for breakfast, plus sandwiches and desserts.

1133 Bal Harbor Blvd (Punta Gorda)

Casual joint specializing in New England-style seafood dishes like chowder and clam fries, along with hot dogs and sandwiches.

17753 Toledo Blade Blvd (Port Charlotte)

Laid-back restaurant that's popular for families, serving standard Mexican favorites like tacos and fajitas as well as beer and margaritas.

3575 S Tamiami Trl (Port Charlotte)

Airy rooftop eatery & bar with water views offers seasonal tapas plates plus cocktails, beer & wine.

101 E Retta Esplanade (Punta Gorda)

Wings, dry rubs, and other chicken dishes presented in casual digs with beer and cocktails.

1471 S Tamiami Trl (Port Charlotte)

Long-standing chain serving a wide variety of pancakes & other American breakfast & diner fare.

1789 S Tamiami Trl (Port Charlotte)

Chain selling crispy pizzas featuring provolone cheese & lots of toppings, plus oven-baked subs.

1900 S Tamiami Trl (Port Charlotte)

Unpretentious joint offering NY-style pies & casual Italian grub like garlic knots & fried calamari.

1900 S Tamiami Trl (Port Charlotte)

Beach-bar hut offering casual American eats, stools & a sandy patio with a fire pit & volleyball.

33 S Tamiami Trl (Punta Gorda)

Popular breakfast spot dishing up huge homestyle plates such as corned beef hash and waffles.

26530 Jones Loop Rd (Punta Gorda)

Roomy hangout with a covered terrace offering hefty plates of classic fare, plus beer & live music.

2208 El Jobean Rd (Port Charlotte)

Bustling bar & eatery turning out Tex-Mex favorites with tableside guacamole & jumbo margaritas.

2390 S Tamiami Trl (Port Charlotte)

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

24123 Peachland Blvd A2 (Port Charlotte)

Casual restaurant in Kings Crossing offering Mexican eats such as fajitas and chimichangas, plus tableside guacamole.

1978 Kings Hwy (Port Charlotte) · ✓ checked Aug 7

Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

19011 Murdock Cir (Port Charlotte)

Chain known for steakburgers & milkshakes offering a dinerlike space with retro flair.

1080 El Jobean Rd (Port Charlotte)

Family-friendly buffet chain featuring all-you-can-eat American fare, plus salad & dessert bars.

1451 S Tamiami Trl (Punta Gorda)

Italian fare including pizza is on the menu at this family-friendly spot with live entertainment.

18101 Murdock Cir (Port Charlotte)

Kid-friendly chain known for baked goods, breakfasts & other standards in dinerlike digs.

1700 S Tamiami Trl (Port Charlotte)

Unpretentious, no-frills stop for fried fish, seafood platters, clam chowder & sandwiches.

Port A, 3821 S Tamiami Trl (Port Charlotte)

Casual eatery specializing in Puerto Rican fare such as mofongo and tostones, plus beer and coffee.

3762 S Tamiami Trl Ste F (Port Charlotte)

Relaxed Vietnamese restaurant serving noodle soups, rice dishes and appetizers.

318 S Tamiami Trl #115-117 (Punta Gorda)

Sushi rolls, sashimi & Japanese hibachi fare offered in a vibrant, contemporary setting.

24123 Peachland Blvd c3 (Port Charlotte)

Local diner chain serving classic American breakfast & lunch fare in a warm atmosphere.

1720 S Tamiami Trl #100 (Port Charlotte)