The Green Flash

4.7

966 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

26 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 20 times today

Great for scenic views
Great for outdoor dining
Neighbourhood gem

The Green Flash is an iconic waterfront dining establishment in Captiva, Florida. Come by boat or car, sit indoors or at one of our outdoor dockside tables for lunch or dinner service. The Green Flash serves traditional American fare with a distinct European influence. The kitchen uses only fresh ingredients, including market-fresh fish in all its from scratch dishes. The full bar provides plenty of drink options and the dining rooms and patios provide beautiful views of the water while you eat. Enjoy your meal as you watch the many pleasure and fishing boats depart and return from their excursions!

The Green Flash's menu begins with a range of starters like oysters on the half shell, smoked salmon, hot flash shrimp and mussels. There are plenty of salads and soups on The Green Flash menu as well, like the grilled chicken Caesar. Larger dishes include chicken porcini and pan seared diver scallops.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Cocktail Bar, Seafood
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Sat, Sun 7:00 am–10:45 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:30 pm Dinner Daily 4:45 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(239) 472-3337
Website
http://www.greenflashcaptiva.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
We do have an area of our restaurant that is able to be booked for larger reservations and or private parties.

Location
15183 Captiva Dr, Captiva, FL 33924-6017
Area
Captiva Island
Cross Street
We are located near the end of Captiva Island!
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Popular dishes

Fish DipUS$16.95
Lightly smoked, spreadable served with Lavash
Shrimp CocktailUS$19.95
Six Jumbo gulf shrimp served with house made cocktail sauce
Pimento Cheese DipUS$9.95
Served with Lavash
Gulf Oysters on the Half Shell (each)US$3.75
Freshly shucked
Gulf Oysters Romanoff (each)US$4.25
Freshly shucked, topped with sour cream & caviar, served on ice
Gulf Oysters Rockefeller (each)US$4.25
Fresh oysters baked with sauteed garlic, leaf spinach, shallots & bacon, with a white wine dill sauce
Escargots BourguignonUS$12.95
Served in a garlic herb butter
Smoked SalmonUS$15.95
Served with thinly-sliced onion, capers, crisp toast & cream cheese
Fried CalamariUS$14.95
Served with marinara sauce
Toasted Artichoke HeartsUS$11.95
Oven-baked with butter, parmesan & mozzarella
Fried MozzarellaUS$9.95
Breaded, served with Marinara Sauce
Hot Flash ShrimpUS$16.95
Fried Gulf shrimp tossed in a spicy garlic honey mustard sauce
MusselsUS$16.95
Prince Edward Island mussels sauteed with tomatoes, garlic, and lemon wine
Stone Crab Claws (MP)
in season only (October-April)
Breaded Fried ClamsUS$12.95
Served with house made tartar sauce.

Soup & Salads

Corn Chowder
Traditional Corn Chowder with bacon
- CupUS$6.50
- BowlUS$8.50
Shrimp Bisque
Captiva's Finest
- CupUS$6.50
- BowlUS$8.50
Conch Chowder
Manhattan Style
- CupUS$6.50
- BowlUS$8.50
Garden SaladUS$10.50
Mixed baby greens, tomato, cucumber, cranberries, candied pecans
Caesar SaladUS$12.50
Romaine with fresh parmesan, tomato & crisp homemade garlic croutons
Chicken SaladUS$15.95
with fresh seasonal fruits & cottage cheese
Shrimp & Spinach SaladUS$18.95
Bronzed prawns tossed with fresh spinach, pine nuts, Mandarin oranges, onions, and hardboiled egg in a bacon & apricot vinaigrette
Captiva SaladUS$21.95
Mixed baby greens, Mandarin oranges, asparagus, artichoke hearts

Entrees

Grilled SalmonUS$19.95
with fresh seasonal fruit & cottage cheese
Tuna Steak SandwichUS$21.95
Served with American Cheese & house made horseradish
Steak FritesUS$22.95
Flat Iron Steak w/light Demi Glaze and French fries
Timmy's Nook HamburgerUS$14.95
with kettle-cooked potato chips
Shrimp QuesadillasUS$16.95
with salsa and sour cream
Philly CheesesteakUS$14.95
with Swiss cheese, onions and mushrooms, with French fries & cole slaw
Chicken QuesadillasUS$14.95
with salsa and sour cream
Steamed ShrimpUS$18.95
9 oz., peel-n-eat, with French fries & cole slaw
BBQ Shrimp & BaconUS$18.95
with French fries & coleslaw
Crunchy Grouper Sandwich (MP)
fresh, with French fries & cole slaw
Buffalo Chicken WingsUS$16.95
with blue cheese & celery sticks
Green Flash SandwichUS$14.95
Focaccia bread brushed with pesto, olive oil, Swiss cheese, tomato, prosciutto & smoked turkey breast, with kettle-cooked potato chips & cole slaw
Grilled Chicken SandwichUS$13.95
with kettle-cooked potato chips & cole slaw
BBQ Chicken SandwichUS$14.95
with kettle-cooked potato chips & cole slaw
Fried Clam StripsUS$14.95
with French fries & cole slaw
Fried ShrimpUS$19.95
with French fries & cole slaw
Fresh Fish of the Day
Market Price
Crab Cake SandwichUS$18.95
Maryland style, with French fries & cole slaw
Captiva Steam PotUS$26.95
Clams, mussels, calamari, shrimp, scallops & fish steamed in a saffron and fennel garlic broth
Fish TacosUS$16.95
Fresh fish served with tortilla chips, pico de gallo & avocado
Coconut Shrimp – Jumbo shrimp coated with shredded coconut, deep fried, and served with a US$19.95
Jumbo shrimp coated with shredded coconut, deep fried, and served with a coconut glaze, French fries & cole slaw
Pasta of the Day
Market Price

Desserts

Key Lime PieUS$8.95
Homemade, with a consistency of a light sherbet
Chocolate MousseUS$8.95
with ice cream & raspberry sauce
Crème BruleeUS$9.95
Smooth & delicious, with a thin & crispy crust
Carrot CakeUS$9.95
Homemade, with cream cheese icing
TiramisuUS$9.95
Lady fingers dipped in espresso & brandy, with mascarpone (sweet) cheese
Apple Crumb Cake US$9.95
Another homemade favorite
Triple Chocolate CakeUS$9.95
Triple layer chocolate cake with chocolate frosting
Cheese CakeUS$8.95
Please inquire about today’s flavors
Fresh BerriesUS$8.95
Served with house made whipped cream
Ice CreamUS$6.95
Vanilla or chocolate
Rainbow SherbetUS$6.95
Light and refreshing

What 966 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Southwest Florida
American
Ft. Myers
Best Overall
Ft. Myers
Best Ambience
Ft. Myers
Hot spot
Ft. Myers
Neighbourhood gem
Ft. Myers
Great for outdoor dining
Ft. Myers
Great for scenic views
Ft. Myers
Good for special occasions
Ft. Myers
Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Green Flash offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food" and "outstanding service." Guests rave about the "beautiful view" of the bay and a diverse menu featuring standout dishes like crunchy grouper and coconut shrimp. The atmosphere is lively, and the staff, including exceptional servers like Nora and Danielle, ensure a memorable visit. Despite occasional noise and service hiccups, it remains a top choice for its scenic setting and culinary excellence.

966 Reviews

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Christine
VIP
Philadelphia
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful Christmas Eve dinner. Great atmosphere , excellent food, and attentive staff on a very busy night. Definitely recommend.
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Bruce
VIP
Philadelphia
33 reviews
4.0
33 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great food and service as always. Highly recommended.
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Kathryn
Ottawa
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Some.of the best calamari I've ever had. Each item we order was delicious. The server was great and didn’t rush us. The views were beautiful. Well worth the drive
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Michele
VIP
Rhode Island
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our group of seven enjoyed a fabulous meal & service! Dietary restrictions were accommodated well, and Craig was an absolutely fantastic waiter! We can't wait to return!
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Alan
Naples
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Wide choice on the menu and everyone in the party enjoyed their meal. Good service and nice to chat with one of the co-owners. We have been going to the Green Flash over the last 30 years and it keeps getting better.
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Barbara
Charleston
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Exceptional food, service and ambiance ( we always sit outside with beautiful view of Pine Island Sound- even on 12/21/2024 when it was 55, but the heaters kept us toasty). This is top restaurant hands down.
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Kenneth
VIP
Cincinnati
18 reviews
3.0
18 reviews
Dined on 16 December 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Overall, a disappointing experience for a restaurant whose prices and ambience suggest an upscale establishment. The view over the bay is stunning…we caught moonrise over the water. The sourdough bread was excellent (and unfortunately the high point of the meal). Choices of wines by the glass are limited to low end options. The calamari was over salted. The sesame tuna was also over salted, thin with thick layer of sesame. The waiter was asked if it was fresh and local and did not know but later said he was sure it must be fresh— not so sure. The same for mahi in the seafood sampler. It was a bit mushy like a frozen mahi block. The barbecued shrimp in the sampler were tasty but the rest of the selections were tasteless or over breaded. The service was poor but the waiter was covering so many tables he could not be every where at once. That said we were served bread and appetizers but had no utensils or plates and had to wait as the food got cold before someone passing by could be asked for those items. We asked for water refills several times with no response (remember the over salted food- lack of water made it worse). There did not seem to be a senior manager on site to speak to. The waiter did offer to comp dessert to make up for the flaws but it was getting late and we declined.
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Mitchell
New York City
20 reviews
4.0
20 reviews
Dined on 11 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great ambience and service. Lovely menu. Enjoy the flavor of our dinners, but both fish dishes were a little dry, something we had not experienced in our previous visits to this restaurant.
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Daniel
VIP
Naples
134 reviews
4.0
134 reviews
Dined on 11 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Very good food with great view of the bay. Topped off with very good service.
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Sharon
Naples
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 10 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love the Green Flash, it’s a must do for every trip to Captiva. The food is excellent and the waitstaff is always friendly.
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FAQs

The Green Flash offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (239) 472-3337.

The Green Flash is rated 4.7 stars by 966 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

26 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 20 times today

Order delivery or takeout

15183 Captiva Dr, Captiva, FL 33924-6017

Additional information

Cross Street
We are located near the end of Captiva Island!
Area
Captiva Island
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Sat, Sun 7:00 am–10:45 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:30 pm Dinner Daily 4:45 pm–9:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Cocktail Bar, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://www.greenflashcaptiva.com/
Phone number
(239) 472-3337
Private party facilities
We do have an area of our restaurant that is able to be booked for larger reservations and or private parties.

The Green Flash

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Seafood Sampler

Stuffed Shrimp

Gulf Oysters Rockefeller (each)

Appetizers

Fish DipUS$16.95

Shrimp CocktailUS$19.95

Pimento Cheese DipUS$9.95

Gulf Oysters on the Half Shell (each)US$3.75

Gulf Oysters Romanoff (each)US$4.25

Gulf Oysters Rockefeller (each)US$4.25

Escargots BourguignonUS$12.95

Smoked SalmonUS$15.95

Fried CalamariUS$14.95

Toasted Artichoke HeartsUS$11.95

Fried MozzarellaUS$9.95

Hot Flash ShrimpUS$16.95

MusselsUS$16.95

Stone Crab Claws (MP)

Breaded Fried ClamsUS$12.95

Soup & Salads

Corn Chowder

Shrimp Bisque

Conch Chowder

Garden SaladUS$10.50

Caesar SaladUS$12.50

Chicken SaladUS$15.95

Shrimp & Spinach SaladUS$18.95

Captiva SaladUS$21.95

Entrees

Grilled SalmonUS$19.95

Tuna Steak SandwichUS$21.95

Steak FritesUS$22.95

Timmy's Nook HamburgerUS$14.95

Shrimp QuesadillasUS$16.95

Philly CheesesteakUS$14.95

Chicken QuesadillasUS$14.95

Steamed ShrimpUS$18.95

BBQ Shrimp & BaconUS$18.95

Crunchy Grouper Sandwich (MP)

Buffalo Chicken WingsUS$16.95

Green Flash SandwichUS$14.95

Grilled Chicken SandwichUS$13.95

BBQ Chicken SandwichUS$14.95

Fried Clam StripsUS$14.95

Fried ShrimpUS$19.95

Fresh Fish of the Day

Crab Cake SandwichUS$18.95

Captiva Steam PotUS$26.95

Fish TacosUS$16.95

Coconut Shrimp – Jumbo shrimp coated with shredded coconut, deep fried, and served with a US$19.95

Pasta of the Day

Desserts

Key Lime PieUS$8.95

Chocolate MousseUS$8.95

Crème BruleeUS$9.95

Carrot CakeUS$9.95

TiramisuUS$9.95

Apple Crumb Cake US$9.95

Triple Chocolate CakeUS$9.95

Cheese CakeUS$8.95

Fresh BerriesUS$8.95

Ice CreamUS$6.95

Rainbow SherbetUS$6.95

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

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Order delivery or takeout

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