Restaurant guide

Thank you Barbara C. for the wonderful review! HAPPY NEW YEAR!

The Merriest of Christmases from your Veranda Family!!

We are grateful for 40 years with our Veranda family!

Expressing our sincere honor, respect and gratitude for the service, sacrifice and patriotism of ALL Veterans - past, present and future. We are the Land of the Free because of the Brave! THANK YOU!

As we celebrate 40 years... https://grandeurmagazine.com/people/paul-peden-ushers-in-40-years-of-fine-dining-at-the-iconic-v/

Ghost stories - just in time for Halloween! https://www.news-press.com/story/life/food/2018/10/30/haunted-restaurants-share-ghost-stories-fort-myers-naples/1774162002/

Thank you, Diana, for the 5-star review of Pete and our food! Happy belated Birthday to your Mom! #5bubblereview!

Congratulations Daniel & Cicely on your Happily Ever After!

Very honored to have hosted Dr. Ruth Westheimer today for lunch! With our GM, Dennis Genge and Office/Banquet Manager, Micki Carlson-Funk

Thank you Gulfshore Business for highlighting our 40th Anniversary!

Thank you Taylor B. for the fantastic review! #5bubblereview

Thank you Stephanie Davis and Florida Weekly!!!

Thank you to Stephanie Davis and Florida Weekly for such an in-depth and wonderfully nostalgic article about the Veranda as we celebrate 40 fabulous years! https://fortmyers.floridaweekly.com/articles/exquisite-memories/

We are still collecting MEMORIES! Share your favorite memory and photo at the Veranda for the chance to win one of 40 gift cards valued at $100 each! @VerandaFM - A classic and creative dining experience! #VerandaFM

Thank you "derkn46" for the great review on Trip Advisor!

Southern Sampler featuring a mixed grill of fresh fish, scallops and shrimp presented over saffron fettuccine @verandafm A classic and creative dining experience

Our Chef, Daniel Frier, shares some tips for cooking heart-healthy fish with WINK TV's Channing Frampton

Some fun behind the scenes photos from our shoot with WINK News this afternoon. Tune in to WINK Friday during the 5 o’clock news hour to learn about heart healthy cooking with our friends at the American Heart Association.

Throw Back Thursday to an always majestic McGregor Boulevard. Have you visited our Bar to view all of the historic photos that line the walls? This is one of our favorites! #TBT @VerandaFM - A Classic and Creative Dining Experience!

A happy and safe Fourth of July from our Veranda family to yours!! We are closed today but look forward to serving you tomorrow.

Over the years, many inquiries have been made about the true history of the Veranda Restaurant. We read some local history books and feel we have compiled a concise, accurate account of the history of the Veranda… Driven farther South by each treaty, Indians had retreated to south Florida, where they lived in peace. Cattlemen wanted their grazing lands, however, so Congress offered Indians a bounty to move west, and when they refused, sent in troops. In early 1850, a fort on the Caloosahatchee River was reactivated and named for Colonel Abraham Myers. It contained 57 buildings, a hospital, lawns, and gardens; Manuel Gonzales delivered supplies and mail in his sloop. After eight troubled years, Chief Billy Bowlegs surrendered and the fort stood empty, except during the War Between the States, when it was one of the four Union forts in Florida. Captain Gonzales returned to the fort with his five-year-old son Manuel; they repaired a house in the fort while friends went back for wives and household goods. The Gonzales family operated a trading post on the site of the present Federal Building, and Mrs. Gonzales was the first teacher in the little community that developed around it.Manuel Gonzales – Veranda Builder Young Manuel Gonzales built two houses at the corner of Second Street and Broadway. The corner house, built in 1902, was occupied by him and his family. The second was built for his mother and was located adjacent to the first house, in what is now the Veranda’s parking lot. The two houses were joined by Peter Pulitzer, son of the publisher, in the early 1970’s for his long-time fishing buddy, Fingers O’Bannon. The original kitchen building from the second house, along with a secluded garden courtyard, now joins the two houses. Paul Peden bought the two buildings in 1978 and transformed them into the Veranda. Since Peden opened the Veranda, it has been consistently honored as one of the most award-winning restaurants in Southwest Florida. The unique setting in two Turn-of-the-Century homes makes the Veranda a truly charming and romantic place to dine. The Veranda restaurant, located on the corner of Second Street and Broadway in the heart of Downtown Fort Myers is open for lunch Monday – Friday 11:00 am – 2:30 pm, and dinner Monday – Saturday 5:30 pm – 10:00 pm. Closed Sundays. Piano Bar entertainment Monday – Saturday. A Happy Hour in the Lounge 4:00pm – 7:00 pm offers special drink prices. Attire is “dressy casual”. Garden Courtyard and Indoor Dining. Private Dining Rooms and Banquets are available for any event. Reservations are recommended at any time of the year. (239) 332-2065. American Express, Master Card & Visa are accepted. Join us soon for the dining experience of a lifetime.

The poinsettias are placed, the garlands are hung and the trees are decorated! The holiday season has arrived at the Veranda, take a look inside....

It's Friday and the weekend is here! Start with DESSERT FIRST - we won't tell! Decadent Housemade desserts include Peanut Butter Fudge Pie, Bailey's Cheesecake, Key Lime Pie, Triple Chocolate Pate, Pecan Praline Tart, Fresh Berries and Cream and Creme Brulee. Try them ALL if you can't decide on just one!

Over the years, many inquiries have been made about the true history of the Veranda Restaurant. We read some local history books and feel we have compiled a concise, accurate account of the history of the Veranda... Driven farther South by each treaty, Indians had retreated to south Florida, where they lived in peace. Cattlemen wanted their grazing lands, however, so Congress offered Indians a bounty to move west, and when they refused, sent in troops. In early 1850, a fort on the Caloosahatchee River was reactivated and named for Colonel Abraham Myers. It contained 57 buildings, a hospital, lawns and gardens; Manuel Gonzales delivered supplies and mail in his sloop. After eight troubled years, Chief Billy Bowlegs surrendered and the fort stood empty, except during the War Between the States, when it was one of the four Union forts in Florida. Captain Gonzales returned to the fort with his five-year-old son Manuel; they repaired a house in the fort while friends went back for wives and household goods. The Gonzales family operated a trading post on the site of the present Federal Building, and Mrs. Gonzales was the first teacher in the little community that developed around it.Manuel Gonzales - Veranda Builder Young Manuel Gonzales built two houses at the corner of Second Street and Broadway. The corner house, built in 1902, was occupied by he and his family. The second, was built for his mother, and was located adjacent to the first house, in what is now the Veranda's parking lot. The two houses were joined by Peter Pulitzer, son of the publisher, in the early 1970's for his long-time fishing buddy, Fingers O'Bannon. The original kitchen building from the second house, along with a secluded garden courtyard, now joins the two houses. Paul Peden bought the two buildings in 1978 and transformed them into the Veranda. Since Peden opened the Veranda, it has been consistently honored as one of the most award-winning restaurants in Southwest Florida. Its unique setting in two Turn-of-the-Century homes makes the Veranda a truly charming and romantic place to dine.

She said YES! Congratulations to Jacob Griner and Sarah Gogerty who got engaged last night. Thank you for sharing your special evening with us at The Veranda! @VerandaFM - A classic and creative dining experience! #VerandaFM

Traditional Caesar Salad prepared tableside by Emory! One of the special touches that makes the Veranda the most unique dining experience in Southwest Florida! Join us for dinner soon! @VerandaFM - a classic and creative dining experience! #VerandaFM

Bananas Foster presented tableside by our General Manager, Dennis Genge WOW! @VerandaFM - A classic and creative dining experience! #VerandaFM

On this day of Thanksgiving let us be grateful for family and friends gathered around our table. Wishing you and yours the happiness of the holiday season! @VerandaFM - A classic and creative dining experience! #VerandaFM

Over the years, many inquiries have been made about the true history of the Veranda Restaurant. We read some local history books and feel we have compiled a concise, accurate account of the history of the Veranda… In early 1858, a fort on the Caloosahatchee River was reactivated and named for Colonel Abraham Myers. Captain Manuel Gonzales returned to the fort with his five-year-old son Manuel; they repaired a house in the fort while friends went back for wives and household goods. The Gonzales family operated a trading post on the site of the present Federal Building, and Mrs. Gonzales was the first teacher in the little community that developed around it. Young Manuel Gonzales built two houses at the corner of Second Street and Broadway. The corner house, built in 1902, was occupied by he and his family. The second, was built for his mother, and was located adjacent to the first house, in what is now the Veranda’s parking lot. The two houses were joined by Peter Pulitzer, son of the publisher, in the early 1970’s for his long-time fishing buddy, Fingers O’Bannon. The original kitchen building from the second house, along with a secluded garden courtyard, now joins the two houses. O’Bannon ran a restaurant and bar as did Cloyd Pate after him. Paul Peden bought the two buildings in 1978 and transformed them into the Veranda. Since Peden opened the Veranda, it has been consistently honored as one of the most award-winning restaurants in Southwest Florida. Its unique setting in the two Turn-of-the-Century homes makes the Veranda a truly charming and romantic place to dine.

Here is another clip from Sat. night. Again, sorry for the bad lighting from the iphone