The 10 Best Wine & Cocktail Pairings on Florida's Paradise Coast
If you care about what’s in your glass as much as what’s on your plate, you're going to love Florida’s Paradise Coast. This guide is your go-to for where to get a drink in Naples or on Marco Island, especially if you’re looking for restaurants that take pairing food with wine and cocktails seriously. From live-fire cooking to raw seafood towers to creative tasting menus — with drink experts who will help you make excellent pairings — these 10 hotspots showcase how local ingredients and global wines can come together for something truly memorable.
1. Bleu Provence: Duck Confit and a Full-Bodied Gigondas
When it comes to wine and food pairings in Naples, few places offer the expertise and depth of Bleu Provence. With a 30,000-bottle cellar and guidance from Advanced Sommelier Clement Cariot, diners are invited to experience everything from crisp Sancerre with a Crispy Pistou Goat Cheese Salad to a glass of Cahors with slow-braised lamb in Moroccan spices. If you’re looking for fine French cuisine and curated wines from Burgundy to Bordeaux, this Zagat-rated and Wine Spectator Grand Award-winning restaurant is a must-visit.
We recommend making a reservation to secure a table, especially during the high season of November through May.
2. Ridgway Bar & Grill: Sautéed Snapper Piccata and a Bottle of Wine to Go
Long-time Naples restaurateur Tony Ridgway opened his namesake restaurant in Old Naples in 2001. He brought in Suzie Honeycutt as wine director, and she has built the collection to more than 600 bottles, with plenty of boutique and limited-production selections. Ridgway Bar & Grill has scored a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence every year since 2013. You’ll dine in casual elegance, indoors or al fresco. Get your meal off to a scrumptious start by pairing Skillet-Roasted Mussels and Domaine Laroche St. Martin Chablis. After your meal is complete, stop in at the adjacent Tony’s Off Third wine shop and take a bottle back to your hotel.
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3. Sea Salt: Whole Branzino and Elegant Vino
This seafood restaurant puts as much care into its pairings as it does into its plates. Sea Salt’s wine cellar is home to rare vintages and small producers that change with the menu. Pair a glass of Domaine Tassin Sancerre with a crudo starter, or explore the cocktail list — like the Garden Spritz or Pearadise — for a citrus-forward match to seafood pastas and locally caught snapper. Sommelier Liset Zelaya is happy to assist you with recommendations for pairings and answer questions you may have about wine.
You can book a table at Sea Salt here.
4. Grappino: Rustic Italian Fare and Grappa
Grappino blends the warmth of traditional Italian comfort food with a passion for one of Italy’s signature spirits: grappa. With more than 100 varieties of grappa sourced from Italy and beyond, this Naples bar offers one of the largest collections in the country. Save grappa for its traditional after-dinner place, but start out with one of Grappino’s innovative cocktails, like the Italian Martini or Amaro Fashioned. Pair a Gavi di Gavi with pasta or go bold with a Negroni alongside Roman-style pizza .
Don’t forget to make a reservation in advance here.
5. The Continental: A Wagyu Filet and California Cabernet
Located on Third Street South in Naples, D’Amico’s The Continental American Provisions and Craft Bar combines classic steakhouse fare, a creative cocktail menu, and a setting that evokes both New York and 1920s Paris. The cocktail bar features concoctions created by dedicated mixologists, and its extensive wine list includes hundreds of bottles from top producers worldwide. Plus, enjoy live jazz in the courtyard Thursdays through Saturdays (although not in summer).
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6. The Syren Oyster & Cocktail Bar: Waterfront Seafood and Inventive Cocktails
Overlooking Naples Bay, The Syren Oyster & Cocktail Bar specializes in raw and chilled seafood, including daily oyster selections, fresh crudo, and ceviche made with citrus-cured fish. The drink menu covers everything from barrel-aged rum cocktails to espresso-based tequila drinks. Popular choices include the Sea Nymph, a fruit-forward sparkling cocktail, and the Espresso Noche, made with Cantera Negra tequila and cold brew.
Make a reservation here.
7. The Oyster Society: Shellfish Meets Craft Cocktails
Located in the heart of Marco Island, The Oyster Society is known for its raw bar program featuring eight to 14 oyster varieties daily, sourced from top harvesters on the East and West Coasts. In addition to its rotating seafood selections, the restaurant offers an extensive wine list and a full bar menu that includes a popular series of espresso martinis. The atmosphere is inspired by 1920s Art Deco design, and social hour is available daily from 4:30 to 6:00 PM at the bar and lounge.
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8. Ce Soir: French/Mediterranean Cuisine Meets Fire
This new entry to the Naples fine-dining scene opened in 2026 with a unique concept: A selection of fine steaks, lamb, fowl and seafood are cooked over a live fire on a Josper Charcoal Grill, giving the food a concentrated smoky character. Other dishes are prepared in more traditional fashion. Jacob Martin, the 2023 World Glass Global Bartender of the Year, fashioned his cocktail menu using similar fiery techniques. For example, the Grapefruit Brulee features charred grapefruit with tequila, mezcal and lime juice. You can enjoy such creative libations at the 24-seat bar made of stone, not far from the 500-plus wine bottle display.
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9. Sale e Pepe: Panoramic Gulf Views Meet Fine Italian Dining
Located within the Marco Beach Ocean Resort, Sale e Pepe is a fine-dining restaurant offering spectacular views of the Gulf and a menu rooted in traditional Italian cuisine. The kitchen prepares each dish from scratch, with selections that span the regions of Italy — from house-made pastas to seafood entrées. The restaurant’s wine list features over 350 labels and has earned Wine Spectator’s Best of Award of Excellence for 19 consecutive years.
Make a reservation for your preferred dates here.
10. Ario: A Lovely Port After a Dry-Aged Steak
Located at JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort, Ario specializes in dry-aged steaks and globally inspired dishes, with a strong emphasis on curated wine and cocktail matches. The Chef’s Tasting Menu features items such as yellowfin tuna and Wagyu striploin, accompanied by an optional wine pairing curated by the in-house sommelier. For groups, the "Journey Through American Wine" offers a guided tasting of four U.S. wines alongside gourmet courses. This program is available by reservation for parties of 12 to 36. Cap off your feast with a 20-year Dona Antónia Old Tawny Port.
Reservations are highly recommended. Click here to secure your table.
An Experience You Won’t Forget
These restaurants and bars are experts in wine and food pairings, with deep wine cellars, inventive cocktails, and menus that range from steakhouse classics to fresh coastal fare. Whether you’re seeking Naples cocktail lounges or an evening of luxury dining, Florida’s Paradise Coast serves up an experience worth planning a trip around. Come taste what makes this Paradise in Every Sense.