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The Perfect Caper, Punta Gorda, FL
The Perfect Caper, Punta Gorda, FL
The Perfect Caper, Punta Gorda, FL
The Perfect Caper, Punta Gorda, FL
The Perfect Caper, Punta Gorda, FL

The Perfect Caper

4.9
4.9
3505 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary French / American

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2 people
19:00
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Booked 38 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for business meals
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
  • 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.

What 3,505 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Southwest Florida

    Best Food

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Perfect Caper consistently delivers an outstanding dining experience with "amazing culinary" creations and "superb service." Guests rave about the "exceptional food," including dishes like the crabby scallops, Miso Salmon, and Berkshire pork chop. The restaurant's "attentive staff" and inviting atmosphere make it a top choice for special occasions.
3,505 Reviews
  1. Patricia

    VIP

    Naples

    36 reviews

    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always excellent, outstanding food and service at the Caper! We celebrated our anniversary and husbands retirement with two time at the the Caper this week! Perfect both times!

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  2. Marlene

    VIP

    Tampa

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Ask for a table in Mary Jane's service area. She is outstanding!

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  3. Andrea

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was fanominal! So excited to come back and try something different.

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  4. Kelly

    Toledo

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Had an adjacent table with a couple of loud ladies that were singing and talking loudly throughout our dinner…..Ruined our evening. Still remains my most very favorite restaurant in Punta Gorda!!

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  5. Glenn

    Naples

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful night. The food was outstanding. One of the party had the pork chop and said it was the best he has ever had ! The venison was also spectacular! Expensive but worth a special occasion . Can’t wait to come again. Mary Jane was an absolute gem of a waitress. Ask for her. She’s brilliant :)

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  6. Ray

    Tampa

    31 reviews

    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on 11 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always excellent & this time was even better.Stacey our server was great.This is the place for upscale dining.

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  7. Linda

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a wonderful meal at Perfect Caper. My husband and I shared the pate plate which is our favorite appetizer to share. Tempura shrimp and duck were also excellent. As usual, the server was attentive and friendly.

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  8. Patricia

    Detroit

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 9 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was outstanding. We enjoyed chopped salad, scallops perfectly seared and one of the best crab cakes in SW FL! Service was flawless! We look forward to returning!

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  9. Karen

    Indiana

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 9 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were definitely WOWED! From the bartenders Joni and Jake, who tended us while we waited (we arrived early) to our wonderful server. Food was excellent. I had the Mahi special with coconut lemongrass sauce and my husband had the pork chop. We started with crispy shrimp and, while good, we’ll try a different appetizer next time. Can’t wait to go back!

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  10. David

    Naples

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 8 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a fantastic place to eat. Three of us ended up sharing 5 appetizers. Crispy shrimp, lobster tower, pâté, calamari and French bread. We were stuffed. Thanks for a great meal.

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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 3505 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Find next available

At the moment, there's no online availability within 2.5 hours of your request. Do you have another time in mind?

Booked 38 times today

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Google Map for The Perfect Caper

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
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