7 High-End Restaurants in Naples, FL

Naples, Florida might not be considered a “foody” town, but this list might change your mind! Here, we present seven of the finest Naples restaurants. From fresh and delicious seafood to choice cuts of wagyu steak and everything in between. We’ll show you elegant and classic places to eat, along with surprising chic and modern options. Whether you’re planning to stay in Naples for a day or play for a long while, you will find your new favorite restaurant on this list!

Sails

Florida is well-known for its fresh seafood. Located in Old Naples on 5th Avenue South, Sails Restaurant promises to give you a taste of the good life, with seafood flavors from France, Italy, and Greece. They offer three-course and four-course prix fixe menus, with enticing options like wood-grilled octopus, lobster ravioli, wagyu tenderloin, and so much more. The decor combines comfort and elegance with high-backed leather booths and classic, brushed-bronze light fixtures.

Truluck’s

If you take a stroll north from 5th Avenue South to 4th Avenue, you’ll find another great option for seafood in Naples — Truluck’s. It’s one of only two chain restaurants on our list, as Truluck’s also has locations in Texas, Illinois, and California. They have been sustainably harvesting Florida Stone Crab claws since long before most other restaurants ever considered doing it. Old-school photographs hanging in the restaurant proudly display the history of safe and sustainable fishing in Florida. Make sure to grab something from the “Jewels of the Sea” menu section, like those fresh Florida Stone Crab claws or the South Australian Cold-Water Lobster Tail.

The Bevy

You’ll find the best contemporary and chic cuisine right on Florida’s Paradise Coast at The Bevy. No matter what you’re in the mood for, you can find the right bite to eat or drink to sip. Feeling adventurous? Try the Grilled Octopus Nduja. Nostalgic? Their Parmigiana has homemade pomodoro sauce. Need something refreshing? Don’t miss the fresh and delightful Watermelon Salad. The Bevy also has incredible signature cocktails to pair with every dish. Just because a place is modern, doesn’t mean it lacks sophistication. The Bevy is proof of that!

Chops City Grill

Let’s switch from seafood to steak. Chops City Grill of Naples promises the finest cuts of American, Japanese, and Australian wagyu steaks at the lowest prices. They also feature in-house dry-aged New York Strip, “Chicago Cut” Ribeye, a 24oz. Porterhouse, and more. And what would a steak be without the perfect wine? Chops City Grill has over 300 spirits on their wine list to choose from. The restaurant’s style is practically oozing with class and sophistication, with glittering chandeliers suspended from the ceiling. Chops City Grill has both style and substance! 

The Grill at the Ritz-Carlton

You don’t need to stay at the Ritz to enjoy some of its finest fares. Polished and elegant from top to bottom, The Grill at the Ritz-Carlton in Naples continues the hotel’s reputation for class and style. Beyond the atmosphere, the food is remarkable as well. Of course, you’ll find excellent choice cuts of steak. But, you also can’t go wrong with the grilled veal chop, braised lamb shoulder, or duck ravioli. The impeccable quality of the food is matched by the quality of service that only the Ritz-Carlton can provide. 

Baleen at La Playa Resort

Being on the west coast of Florida, every sunset in Naples is like a dream come true. If you want to enjoy the beauty of a Naples sunset with an exquisite dinner, you simply must visit Baleen at La Playa Resort. Open-air dining which overlooks the beach and the Gulf of Mexico accentuates a true fine dining experience. Unlike many other restaurants on this list, Baleen offers a full breakfast menu. Their breakfast specialties include crab cake benedict, steak and eggs, and a fried chicken biscuit. For your sunset dinner, try the fresh local gulf catch of the day or the blackened gulf grouper.

Ocean Prime

We’ve talked steak, and we’ve talked seafood. Now, let’s talk about a place that has both. Ocean Prime is also located on 5th Avenue in Old Naples and has a wide variety of options on its menu. You can’t go wrong with anything here. They offer the best steak cuts, including filet mignon, New York strip, and ribeye. You can also get the freshest seafood, like the Florida grouper or Teriyaki salmon. Here’s a hot local tip: if you get there before 5:30 p.m., you can take advantage of their three-course, prix fixe menu at just $60 per person! Ocean Prime also has locations in Beverly Hills, Chicago, New York City, and more.