The Perfect Caper

4.9

3493 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary French / American

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2 people

5 Jan 2025

19:00

Booked 30 times today

Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood gem
Romantic

The Perfect Caper is Southwest Florida's premier dining destination. Located in Punta Gorda, halfway between Sarasota and Naples, on Florida's Gulf Coast. The Caper is a casually elegant neighborhood restaurant, with something for EVERYONE! The Caper offers a truly unique dining experience as well as superior service and atmosphere & craft cocktails....Globally inspired cuisine, locally sourced!

We feel the Caper is an extension of your home and that you and your family will feel welcomed at our table. Enjoy life...Eat Good Food!

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary French / American, French American, Asian
Hours of Operation
Dinner Wed–Fri 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Lunch Wed–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm
Phone number
(941) 505-9009
Website
http://www.theperfectcaper.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Jeanie Roland-James Beard Semifinalist
Private party facilities
We are always available for private functions.

Location
121 E. Marion Ave., Punta Gorda, FL 33950
Area
Punta Gorda
Cross Street
Nesbit St.
Parking details
We offer parking in the private lot that is adjacent to the building.
Additional
Gluten-free Options

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Popular dishes

Crispy ShrimpUS$15.00
jumbo prawns, wrapped in shredded filo, fried crisp, avocado relish, blood orange vinaigrette
The Perfect Caper PatéUS$15.00
house chicken liver paté, mission fig-vidalia onion relish, rustic pear jam, french bread crisps, caper berries
A Warm GoatUS$16.00
warm goats cheese with roasted garlic, kalamata olive tapenade, caponata & roasted peppers- fresh parsley, grilled crostini
Foie Gras ClubUS$24.00
seared foie gras, tomato apple jam, crisp smoked bacon, tiny greens, on grilled house brioche
Sweet & Spicy CalamariUS$17.00
lightly seasoned & flash fried squid, sweet & spicy chili sauce, toasted peanuts, green onion
Pork Belly TacosUS$18.00
crispy pork belly, spicy salsa verde, crème fraîche, guacamole, queso fresco with flour tortillas
Steamed Pei MusselsUS$16.00
steamed prince edward island mussels, leek confit, fresh cream

Seasonal Salads

Perfect Caper House ChopUS$11.00
our house chop of watercress, iceberg, tomato, avocado, bacon & point reyes blue cheese tossed in a caper-whole grain mustard dressing
Duck SaladUS$28.00
pan seared, honey garlic marinated duck breast served on salad of baby mesclun greens, toasted pecans, dried cherries, goats cheese & finished with a cherry vinaigrette
Baby GreensUS$8.00
salad of organic baby greens, goats cheese, focaccia crouton, herb vinaigrette
Heirloom & MotzUS$20.00
house made mozzarella cheese, wrapped in prosciutto, grilled & served on a bed of heirloom tomatoes with 12- year balsamic & extra virgin olive oil, wild arugula

Entreés

Duck a Deux FaconsUS$48.00
crispy confit of duck & garlic marinated duck breast, wilted greens, whipped golden potatoes, lentil-pancetta vinaigrette
Filet La MaisonUS$72.00
grilled 8oz filet of beef tenderloin, asparagus, lobster macaroni and cheese, black truffle bearnaise, frizzled leeks
Filet La SaisonUS$61.00
grilled 8 oz. filet of beef tenderloin, asparagus, fingerling potatoes,black truffle bearnaise, frizzled leeks
Momma's ChickenUS$28.00
buttermilk fried, all natural chicken breast, cheddar grits, wilted greens, sweet corn sauce
Miso SalmonUS$30.00
sweet chili bok choy, forbidden black rice, ginger sesame beurre blanc
Angus New York Strip 14 OzUS$56.00
grilled angus new york strip, wild mushrooms, truffle frites, parsley brown butter
Shrimp TempuraUS$34.00
organic greens, tempura shrimp & asparagus, miso-yuzu vinaigrette, crisp wonton
Moroccan Spiced LambUS$62.00
pan seared, domestic, free roaming, spiced rack of lamb, roasted fingerling potatoes, oil cured olives, haricots verts, fresh herbs, garlic and ginger
Crab CakeUS$35.00
pan seared jumbo lump crab cake, crispy fingerling potato, arugula, cucumber salad-papaya seed vinaigrette & papaya creme
Penne SausagnaiseUS$29.00
organic penne pasta with sausage, rustic tomato sauce, house made ricotta cheese
Crabby Scallops (3) Pieces US$48.00
grilled sea scallops topped with brulee jumbo lump crab and yuzu tobiko, coconut forbidden black rice, baby bok choy and apricot beurre blanc

Something on the Side

Truffle'd FritesUS$6.00
Pomme FritesUS$4.00
Lobster Mac-N-CheeseUS$18.00

What 3,493 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

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Diners' Choice Awards

Southwest Florida
Best Food

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Perfect Caper in Punta Gorda delivers an exceptional dining experience with "spectacular food and service." Guests rave about the creative cocktails, extensive wine list, and "delectable desserts." Known for its warm atmosphere and attentive staff, it's a "hidden gem" perfect for special occasions or a delightful night out.

3,493 Reviews

M
Mike
Tampa
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We ordered the grouper special. The entrees presentation was most appealing. The sauce was light and complimented the fish well.
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Katie
Naples
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great! Service was great! We got the specials, the grouper and the venison! So good! We always get the Escargot as an appetizer and the crème brûlée for desert!!
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Joe
VIP
Philadelphia
23 reviews
5.0
23 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was excellent. The calamari was fantastic, Miso Salmon was very good (didn't expect it to be like salmon noodles soup, but very good), and Vegan Dreaming was excellent (could use a protein like crispy tofu), chopped salad very good. Our first time, we'll be back with friends!
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Collette
Denver
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Wonderful dining experience from start to finish. This was our first visit to The Perfect Caper, but definitely will not be our last! From the lovely hostess who seated us to our amazing server, Bobby! Bobby was a delight. He was attentive, and extremely personable. He made our evening a special evening we are still talking about today. We will returning and hopefully, we can request to have this young man as our server again!!!
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Karen
Naples
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food & service were wonderful. We will definitely be returning.
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patty
Philadelphia
23 reviews
4.0
23 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great chef!!!! Food is beautifully presented and excellently prepared. Only issue was the black grouper smelled off/ammonia like. Our server was great and quickly brought another wonderful entree. Drinks were well balanced and creative and the wine list is interesting.
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Guy
Naples
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another fabulous meal at the Caper. Food and service excellent!
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Karen
VIP
New York City
77 reviews
5.0
77 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a great experience at The Perfect Caper. Had the Berkshire pork chop and it was delicious. Desserts are so special and delicious too!
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queenlinda
Nashville
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Birthday dinner was outstanding!!!
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Mark
VIP
Naples
46 reviews
4.0
46 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Have gone to The Perfect Caper for almost 20 years. Never disappoints, however, we do miss the Prix Fixe menu from years back. Food is consistently good and the selections somewhat varied. The menu hasn’t changed much, but the prices have. We started with the Warm Goat, which was goat cheese served with roasted red peppers, caponata, olive tapenade and a head of roasted garlic. Wife had the grouper special which was excellent, and I had the Pig and Fig Jam which was a melt in your mouth thick pork chop done to perfection, slightly less than medium. Wine selections are very good.
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FAQs

The Perfect Caper offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 505-9009.

The Perfect Caper is rated 4.9 stars by 3493 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

5 Jan 2025

19:00

Booked 30 times today

Order delivery or takeout

121 E. Marion Ave., Punta Gorda, FL 33950

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Nesbit St.
Area
Punta Gorda
Hours of Operation
Dinner Wed–Fri 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Lunch Wed–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary French / American, French American, Asian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
We offer parking in the private lot that is adjacent to the building.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Jeanie Roland-James Beard Semifinalist
Additional
Gluten-free Options

Website
http://www.theperfectcaper.com/
Phone number
(941) 505-9009
Private party facilities
We are always available for private functions.

The Perfect Caper

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

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Sweet & Spicy Calamari

Foie Gras Club

Crab Cake

Appetizers & Small Plates

Crispy ShrimpUS$15.00

The Perfect Caper PatéUS$15.00

A Warm GoatUS$16.00

Foie Gras ClubUS$24.00

Sweet & Spicy CalamariUS$17.00

Pork Belly TacosUS$18.00

Steamed Pei MusselsUS$16.00

Seasonal Salads

Perfect Caper House ChopUS$11.00

Duck SaladUS$28.00

Baby GreensUS$8.00

Heirloom & MotzUS$20.00

Entreés

Duck a Deux FaconsUS$48.00

Filet La MaisonUS$72.00

Filet La SaisonUS$61.00

Momma's ChickenUS$28.00

Miso SalmonUS$30.00

Angus New York Strip 14 OzUS$56.00

Shrimp TempuraUS$34.00

Moroccan Spiced LambUS$62.00

Crab CakeUS$35.00

Penne SausagnaiseUS$29.00

Crabby Scallops (3) Pieces US$48.00

Something on the Side

Truffle'd FritesUS$6.00

Pomme FritesUS$4.00

Lobster Mac-N-CheeseUS$18.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

Does The Perfect Caper offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is The Perfect Caper restaurant rated?

Is The Perfect Caper currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

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