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San Matteo Italian Restaurant & Bar, Fort Myers, FL

San Matteo Italian Restaurant & Bar

4.5
4.5
293 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary Italian

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2 people
11:30 p.m.
Booked 21 times today
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for fine wines
The restaurant is orchestrated by Executive Chef Giuseppe Manco and his wife
Eleonora Calvacchi. Their partnership pairs perfectly to bring favored Authentic Italian classics with a modern touch, classic Italian-American favorites, award-winning
Neapolitan-style pizza and burger, dry-aged meats from world renowned Pat La Frieda, and
authentic Italian pasta that will bring you straight to Italy without jet lag. The Beautiful 270 seats
modern Italian restaurant interior offers our guests a unique and comfortable setting, serviced by
our knowledgeable and professional staff. Additionally, the restaurant offers a fine selection of
imported and domestic wines stored in a beautiful wine cellar (an important focus of the
Venue).The expansive outdoor patio offers beautiful “al fresco” dining all year round. Whether
you’re celebrating family outings, corporate events, or nights on the town with friends, San
Matteo Restaurant offers the most Unforget

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Italian, Steakhouse, Pizzeria
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (239) 234-2536
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Giuseppe Manco

What 293 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Bonita Springs

    Innovative

  • Bonita Springs

    Good for groups

  • Bonita Springs

    Healthy

  • Bonita Springs

    Great for fine wines

  • Bonita Springs

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Bonita Springs

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
San Matteo Italian Restaurant & Bar is a delightful culinary spot with "authentic italian pizza" and a welcoming atmosphere. Guests praise the "extensive menu" and "exceptional service," making it a favorite for those seeking genuine Italian flavors. While some dishes may vary in appeal, the "phenomenal" food and live entertainment create an inviting dining experience.
293 Reviews
  1. Belinda

    Naples

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved our server! Natalie with all the pens. We will be back. Food was delicious and so much of it. Highly recommend! ❤️

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  2. Anne Marie

    New York City

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was incredibly good! Our waiter was so sweet- a college student. This restaurant is now on our list of favorites when visiting in Naples.

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  3. Kelli

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our server did a good job. I would just recommend that they review the daily drink & food specials with all staff before opening. Music was a nice touch. The food was delicious. I had salmon and it was cooked perfectly.

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  4. Sandra

    VIP

    Chicago

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We sat outside and enjoyed live music while we savored charcuterie and wine. The squash blossoms were a little disappointed as they were deep fried rather than sautéed. Overall, very good!!! Our server Jordan was terrific.

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  5. Joyce

    Naples

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and great food! Just love going every Friday night!

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  6. April

    Naples

    17 reviews

    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on December 5, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was good but service took awhile. Will try again

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  7. Julie

    VIP

    Charlotte

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 4, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Had a 5:30 reservation as we were going to a show at Hertz Arena at 7:30. Arrived on time and was told “we gave up your reservation to someone else”. We were seated outside on the sidewalk and ordered immediately. At 6:45pm we were told that the kitchen was overwhelmed and we could leave if we wanted. Served mediocre food at 7:15 and arrived 45 minutes late to the show. Never again.

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  8. Monica

    VIP

    Pittsburgh

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 4, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    We were seated at 5:25 and were served our food at 6:45. Waiter was good but never asked if we wanted any other drinks. Too busy for the kitchen to handle.

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  9. robert

    Naples

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Grilled octopus overpriced received on piece Overall food with tip $145 expensive with no desert Veal marsala good and rigatoni ragu with short rib good
    San Matteo Italian Restaurant & BarResponded on December 2, 2024
    Dear Robert thank you for taking time and write us a review. We value your feedback and hope at least you enjoyed the Octopus.We only use prime quality ingredients and the Octopus that we use is from Mediterranean Sea, Once marinated and cooked adding Fingerling potatoes, cherry tomatoes, olives from Castelvetrano and asparagus spread our food cost for the dish in question is 50% which is very high, but sometimes we take some loss on some dishes just to be competitive on the market. In a lot of restaurant the price for Octopus dish starts @ $27 ours is in the appetizer sections and is only $18. For $145 including tip you had a Caesar Salad, a Grilled Octopus 4 glasses of wine a Veal Marsala and Rigatoni al Ragu'! Hope this will explain your concern. Looking forward your next visit

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  10. Scott

    VIP

    New York City

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went for first time and I couldn't be happier. Everything from apps to dessert was great. Wines excellent and good selection. Live music on a Sunday night was a nice bonus. Owner came over to talk to us

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San Matteo Italian Restaurant & Bar is rated 4.5 stars by 293 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
11:30 p.m.
Booked 21 times today
Google Map for San Matteo Italian Restaurant & Bar

19810 Village Center Dr Suite 145A, Fort Myers, FL 33913

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    San Carlos Park
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Italian, Steakhouse, Pizzeria
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Giuseppe Manco
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Wine
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