Your Guide to Sizzle Dining on Florida’s Paradise Coast
Your Guide to Sizzle Dining on Florida’s Paradise Coast
Calling all foodies! Get ready to eat well while supporting a great cause this September.
From September 3rd through 30th, Naples, Marco Island and the Everglades participates in Sizzle Dining, Southwest Florida's premier restaurant event. This four-week experience brings together over 100 of the area’s top restaurants, each offering prix fixe menus at can’t-miss prices, making it easy (and tasty!) to support local businesses.
And the best part? Every meal matters. In the past 3 years, Sizzle Dining participating restaurants have raised $91,078 for Blessings in a Backpack SWFL – a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing meals for food-insecure students.
Whether you live nearby or are visiting for the first time, Sizzle Dining 2025 is your chance to support local restaurants and give back—one reservation at a time. Keep reading for the ultimate guide on how to make the most of this incredible event!
How Does Sizzle Dining Work?
Sizzle Dining was designed to make things simple—no special passes, no hidden fees, just great meals for a great cause. Menus officially go live at SizzleDining.org on August 4th. To get started, browse participating restaurants and preview their prix fixe menus. You’ll find options for two-course lunches at $19 or $29, and three-course dinners at $29, $39, or $49.
From there, pick your favorites and make your reservations directly with each restaurant. Although booking a table is not strictly required, it is highly recommended, especially if there’s a particular locale or meal you have your eye on. Then, once September rolls around, all that’s left to do is show up hungry and mention you’re ordering from the Sizzle menu!
The Charity Connection
So, how does the charity donation work? For every Sizzle Dining meal purchased, the participating restaurant will donate $1 to help supplement Blessings in a Backpack of Southwest Florida, a local 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides weekend meals to food-insecure elementary students during the school year.
Over the last three years, this effort has helped more than 700 children in need enjoy 25,000 hunger-free weekends, totaling over 100,000 meals served.
That’s the power of dining with purpose.
Participating Restaurants in 2025
With around 100 restaurants participating in Sizzle Dining in 2025, you can have your choice from all types of cuisine. Whether you’re looking for fresh seafood or a classic steakhouse experience, here’s just a sample of your options:
- CJ’s on the Bay — A waterfront favorite offering sunset views and coastal fare in Marco Island’s Esplanade Shoppes.
40 N Collier Blvd Unit 105, Marco Island, FL 34145 | cjsonthebay.com
- Estia — Enjoy traditional Greek Mediterranean cuisine in North Naples.
8990 Fontana Del Sol Way, Naples, FL 34109 | estiarestaurant.com
- Sea Salt — Choose from Venetian-inspired seafood dishes prepared with locally-sourced ingredients.
1186 3rd St S, Naples, FL 34102 | seasaltnaples.com
- The Snook Inn — A Marco Island staple, offering waterfront dining, seafood, live music, and sunset views.
1215 Bald Eagle Dr, Marco Island, FL 34145 | snookinn.com
You can find the full list of participating restaurants—including menu previews and links to book—beginning August 4th at SizzleDining.org.
Start Planning Your Foodie Getaway
Looking to plan a trip around the event? September is the perfect time to visit Naples, Marco Island and the Everglades and experience it like a local. Make your reservations early, then explore more things to do—from art galleries and outdoor adventures to white-sand beaches and family-friendly museums. And don’t forget to check out the events calendar to add even more to your itinerary.
After all, Florida’s Paradise Coast has more than enough to fill your plate! So go ahead—try that new place, make it a weekly thing, or plan an entire itinerary around Sizzle Dining. Just remember to bring your appetite! For dining that makes a difference, ONLY Paradise will do.