Doc Ford’s Donates $2,500 for Florida’s Environmental Preservation
Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille, a staple of Southwest Florida, is continuing its long-standing commitment to local conservation efforts by supporting the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation. The popular restaurant, with locations in Sanibel and Fort Myers Beach, has stepped up as a gold sponsor for Wines in the Wild, a gala that will take place in January to benefit the SCCF’s mission of protecting the area’s coastal ecosystems.
The gala, a key fundraising event, has sold out quickly this year, with proceeds supporting the foundation’s work on wildlife conservation, land preservation, and environmental education. In addition to its sponsorship, Doc Ford’s donated $2,500 to the event. The money will help fund the foundation’s ongoing research and monitoring programs, which include efforts to protect sea turtles, shorebirds, and aquatic life, as well as programs for improving water quality in the region.
Doc Ford’s Conservation Efforts:
Doc Ford’s ties to local conservation efforts run deep. The restaurant group has been a supporter of the SCCF for years, with Joe Harrity, a partner in the group, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding Southwest Florida’s unique coastal environment. Doc Ford’s also plays a key role in the annual “Ding” Darling & Doc Ford’s Tarpon Tournament, which has raised over $1.3 million for research at the J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge.
Beyond just protecting wildlife, the restaurant group regularly contributes to several local charities. They help fund organizations like SanCap Cares, FISH of SANCAP, and children’s hospitals in Fort Myers and St. Petersburg. Even their specialty cocktails, served at Doc Ford’s locations, raise money for initiatives like Captains For Clean Water.
Locals and visitors alike are drawn to Doc Ford’s for its great seafood and laid-back atmosphere. Known for its flavorful Caribbean-inspired dishes, it has become a go-to spot for dining and live music in the area. And with a deep sense of community, they’re making sure Southwest Florida stays as beautiful as it is for generations to come.
The 20 Best BBQ Restaurants In Southwest Florida – Ranked
It was back in 2022 when I made this list, and then followed it up in 2023. Now, let’s make the needed edits to show the best BBQ restaurants In Southwest Florida for 2024. Because great bbq is worth the drive, we’ll expand outside of Naples, Fort Myers, and Cape Coral, and include some spots in the Sarasota and Bradenton areas. Brand new to the list is a spot on Anna Maria Island.
Fans of great bbq are fiercely loyal to their favorites. That’s why I took the conjecture out of it. By using an algorithm based on rankings from Trip Advisor, We are able to rank the top bbq restaurants in Southwest Florida. Yes, there’s some chains in here with more than one location, but if it’s amazing, maybe that’s why they have more than one location. Makes sense?
For as much as some people want to bash on Rib City, they’re always busy. And why does one Michelbob’s rank higher than the other? I’m guessing it’s location.
The Best BBQ Restaurants.
Personally, some of the best bbq I’ve ever had came from my neighbor Keith. But not everyone has the skill or the all day long needed to make amazing bbq. What that man can do with a bag of chicken thighs is otherworldly.
The best bbq restaurants on this list vary from chain restaurants to family run giant smoker in the parking lot mom and pops. Not gonna lie. Those are my favorites. You can smell them as you roll up into the parking lot. There’s a few of those on the list.
And don’t @ me if you don’t like the selections, I used Trip Advisor’s math to create this list. I’ll make the address linkable so you can read more about the place, and get directions and all that. Hurricane Ian really rattled the past couple of lists, but I think most of places are back up to full speed. You can @ me if there’s any places that are closed. And just to end the suspense, the McDonald’s McRib did not make the list. Why do people always get so excited about that thing?
Let’s do it. The Best BBQ Restaurants In South West Florida – Ranked
