Local picks from the Pomegranate & Fig team!
Drinks & Eats
Our favorite spots for food & drinks
This list is always changing, new places are opening every year! Opinions are strictly our own. We hope you will enjoy some of these destinations while in Punta Gorda! This list was created prior to hurricane Helene and Milton, please check with business for any updates. Many businesses are back open but may have a change in hours.
F.M. Dons
Casual upscale dining featuring locally sourced fresh ingredients. We love stopping here for drinks and small plates to start the night. The short ribs is one of our favorites! Also try the Lychee Martini!
Winesett House
A place full of hospitality & good food, the menu is " classic coastal" Winesett House, has a cozy vibe from the moment you walk in, our favorite spot is right by the stone fireplace. Located on Marion Avenue in the heart of Downtown Punta Gorda.
Celtic Ray Public House
Our favorite local pub! We love the new outdoor additions, the vibe here is so friendly you will feel like family. Grab a pint and check out the live music on Saturdays. Also the BEST place to spend St. Patrick's Day, they throw an epic party every year!
Ice House Pub
Play a round of darts while enjoying a pint or two! Located in the historic former ice plant, a great spot to watch your favorite team and enjoy traditional English pub food.
Pioneer's Pizza
The BEST Pizza in Charlotte County and don't forget the wings, so good! Visit the two locations, one in Punta Gorda and one in Port Charlotte.
Downtown Kava
NEW HOT SPOT! Knows as a Sober Speakeasy also serving amazing coffee and tea. We also love the fact it's located in a old train depot, stick around and you might see a train going through town. Follow them on social media for all the happenings.
Sight Seeing
New to Punta Gorda? Give these places a try!
Peace River Botanical & Sculpture Gardens
A peaceful spot in Punta Gorda, visit during the Holidays to see Gardens Aglow or checkout one of the new rotating exhibits.
Military Heritage Museum
This is a very thoughtful museum with interactive flight simulations and a nice historic exhibit, even the kids love visiting.
Parks
Pack a picnic lunch and head to one of local parks stay and watch the sunset. Visit Laishley Park, Gilchrist Park, or Ponce De Leon Park.
King Fisher Fleet
Known for sight seeing cruises. Our favorites are the sunset cruise and the Christmas light cruise in December.
Holiday Boat Rentals
Rent a kayak and tour the Peace River, you might meet a Manatee or a Dolphin. We have so much Wildlife to see here in SWFL.
Sunseeker Resort
We are just 1 mile south of Sunseeker Resort Charlotte Harbor, the newest addition to Charlotte County. Take in the breathtaking views from the resort and enjoy dining at the amazing new restaurants.
Punta Gorda is a very casual and laid back town, we hope you enjoy your visit and come back soon!
SWFL
More to do in SWFL
This list is always changing, new places are opening every year!
Sarasota, Siesta Key, St.Armand's Circle
Sarasota is a favorite destination for our family, you will find a thriving art scene, many local brew pubs, thrift shopping, and also high end shopping at UTC and in St.Armand's Circle. Bring the family for a round of mini golf or visit the Ringling Museum. There is so much to do and see. Siesta Key is a beautiful beach, known for bright white sand and crystal clear water. Visit- Sarasota Children's Garden, Marie Selby Gardens, The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, Main SDowntown Sarasota
Bishop Museum of Science and Nature
The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature, a great place for families to visit "the largest natural and cultural history museum on Florida's Gulf Coast". The museum has a planetarium with daily shows and rehabilitates manatees to return to the wild.
Punta Gorda is a very casual and laid back town, we hope you enjoy your visit and come back soon!
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