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Waterfront fine dining in beautiful Captiva FL - The Green Flash, Captiva, FL

The Green Flash

4.5
4.5
1116 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
15183 Captiva Dr, Captiva, FL 33924-6017

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2 people
19:00
Booked 46 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Lively
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Cocktail Bar, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Sat, Sun 08:00–10:45 Lunch Daily 11:00–16:30 Dinner Daily 16:45–21:30
  • Phone number
  • 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.
  • 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

What 1,116 people are saying

The Green Flash reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Southwest Florida

    Great for scenic views

  • Ft. Myers

    Child-friendly

  • Ft. Myers

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Ft. Myers

    Great for scenic views

  • Ft. Myers

    American

  • Ft. Myers

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Green Flash offers "amazing food," "great views," and "exceptional customer service." Diners rave about the "outstanding" swordfish, "divine" seafood trio, and "to die for" au gratin potatoes. While some find it "a bit pricey," the "beautiful waterfront views" and "friendly, attentive" staff make it a "go-to" destination on Captiva Island.
1,116 Reviews
  1. Julie

    Atlanta21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The grouper and accompanying stir fry vegetables were cooked perfect. Loved the outdoor setting. Our server was on top of everything. Highly recommend!

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  2. Rick

    Lake of the Ozarks8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    great food and service, this is our go-to place in Captiva.

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  3. Jamie

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Great server and service. Beautiful view!! Would go back again. Steam pot is delicious

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  4. John

    Cleveland8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 10 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great, and Alex was an excellent serve. We will be back! Thanks.

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  5. OpenTable Diner VIP

    New York City1 review

    2.0

    Dined on 9 April 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Service was slow, incompetent, and unapologetic. They didn’t have at least two of the wines/beers on the menu and took it upon themselves to substitute others that weren’t comparable, while charging what was initially ordered. When our food-including soup-came it was lukewarm. I have a shellfish allergy and when telling us about the special (branzino) the waitress neglected to say it came topped with shrimp. So I waited another 20 minutes for my meal while the rest of the family ate. No one ever apologized, which would have gone a long way. She just looked at me with a blank stare and said-“I’ll get my manager.” Who was no better. It’s a pretty setting and some of our party enjoyed their food while others did not. Desserts were really good. Definitely not worth $600 for 8 people (4 of whom are children).

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  6. Donna

    Tampa3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 8 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great ambience, great food and portion size, quiet, and amazing view! Will definitely go back.

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  7. Lois

    Tampa10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 8 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything we’ve had is delicious, but the must order items: shrimp bisque & the Au gratin potatoes. 😋

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  8. Laura

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 7 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We dined outside which was perfect. Our server Daisy was friendly, attentive and helpful with suggestions. Swordfish and Grouper dishes were both delicious! Key lime pie was like no other. Definitely would go back again!

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  9. Carrie

    Columbus4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 6 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Green Flash never disappoints. It is one of our very favorite restaurants. Carley, our waitress was such a pleasure. She was attentive without being intrusive. The waterfront views are beautiful. Good place to take photos. The food can be a bit pricey, $240 plus tip, for three people, but here’s a run down of what we got: Complimentary sourdough bread with real butter-the best sourdough I’ve ever had, served warm. Mango Mule: delicious Filthy Old Fashioned x 2: excellent Pinot Noir: delicious and a generous pour Sashimi appetizer: a tad overcooked but tender and well seasoned Calamari: outstanding-lots of tentacles and some rings, perfect mix Pork Wellington with au gratin potatoes and green beans - a favorite of ours Crab Stuffed Grouper with Bernaise Sauce - so good The Green Flash Trio (lobster tail, 4 scallops, 4 shrimp) - divine Chocolate Mouse - my favorite Crème Brûlée - another family favorite So, we did order a lot. For the most part, prices are very reasonable, just expect a relatively larger bill, especially if you order alcohol.

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  10. Andrea VIP

    Indiana11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 6 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing. What a wonder dinner. Food is delish! Services was great. Love the views!

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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 4.5 stars by 1116 OpenTable diners.

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

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  4. Ft. Myers
  5. Captiva Island

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2 people
19:00
Booked 46 times today
Google Map for The Green Flash

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 08:00–10:45 Lunch Daily 11:00–16:30 Dinner Daily 16:45–21:30
  • 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
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