FLIPPERS – Japanese
Flippers On The Bay is an open-air waterfront restaurant at 8767 Estero Boulevard in Fort Myers Beach, overlooking Estero Bays backwaters and serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, one of the few island spots covering all three meal periods. Executive chef Juan Cruz builds a menu of fresh, classic dishes finished with flavorful sauces and cooked sides, running from dinner appetizers, soups and salads through pasta and entrees. Lunch adds sandwiches, and breakfast rounds out the morning. Specialty drinks accompany the food menu. The restaurant does not take reservations, though a call-ahead option cuts down on wait times before arrival.
8767 Estero Boulevard Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931 +1-239-314-5647 https://flippersotb.com/about/0Cuisine: Japanese
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, raw-food, renal, tlc, volumetrics, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at FLIPPERS
Dairy-Free at FLIPPERS
FLIPPERS in Fort Myers Beach has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tuna Ceviche, Avocado Toast and Soup Du Jour. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at FLIPPERS
FLIPPERS in Fort Myers Beach has 4 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tuna Ceviche, Soup Du Jour and Assorted Fruit. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at FLIPPERS
FLIPPERS in Fort Myers Beach has 17 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tuna Ceviche, Crab Cake and Classic Caesar. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at FLIPPERS
FLIPPERS in Fort Myers Beach has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Coconut Shrimp. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at FLIPPERS
FLIPPERS in Fort Myers Beach has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Sausage Links. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at FLIPPERS
FLIPPERS in Fort Myers Beach has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Calamari and Sausage Links. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at FLIPPERS
FLIPPERS in Fort Myers Beach has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Sausage Links. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at FLIPPERS
FLIPPERS in Fort Myers Beach has 6 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Soup Du Jour, Breakfast Potatoes and Key Lime Coolada. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at FLIPPERS
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Asian Chicken Salad | 79.3 g | 65.5 g |
| New England Fish and Chips | 66 g | 48.3 g |
| California Cobb Salad | 4.2 g | 42 g |
| Classic Caesar | 61.1 g | 36.1 g |
| Chef’s Favorite | 48.9 g | 35.1 g |
| Spanish Benedict | 16.9 g | 29.7 g |
| Wedge Salad | 9 g | 29.1 g |
| Crab Cake | 27.5 g | 28.9 g |
| Tuna Ceviche | 44.1 g | 27 g |
| Avocado Toast | 32 g | 23 g |
| Coconut Shrimp | 0.2 g | 18 g |
| Grouper Sandwich | 34.2 g | 16.7 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Menu
Breakfast
- Chef’s Favorite - $16: Scrambled eggs, sautéed spinach, goat cheese, diced tomatoes, bacon, breakfast potatoes, choice of toast Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Spanish Benedict - $18: Spinach Chorizo, Guacamole, Ancho Chili Lime Hollandaise, English Muffin, Breakfast Potatoes Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Avocado Toast - $15: Thick-Cut Whole Grain Toast, Fresh Smashed Avocado, Virgin Olive Oil, Lemon, Salt & Pepper, Two Eggs Any Style, Side Salad Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Ultimate Lobster Eggs Benedict - $24: Lobster, poached eggs, key lime hollandaise, english muffin, breakfast potatoes Available at: breakfast, brunch
- The Original - $14: Two Eggs Served Any Style, Breakfast Potatoes, Bacon or Sausage Links, Choice of Toast Available at: breakfast, brunch
Appetizers
- Cruz Quesadilla - $16: Grilled Chicken Breast, Roasted Red Bell Pepper, Grilled Onion, Tomato, Cilantro, Avocado, Mozzarella, Baja Salsa, Sour Cream Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab Cake - $18: Saffron-Lime Aioli, Apple Pomegranate Salad Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gourmet Lobster Mac - $22: Asiago, Gruyere, Sharp Cheddar, Herbal Parmesan Crust Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Black Cold Water Mussels - $17: Garlic, White Wine, Lemon Butter, Shallot, Tomato, Parsley, Toast Points Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stuffed Artichoke Bottom - $14: Goat Cheese, Fire-Roasted Red Bell Pepper Sauce, Balsamic Glaze, Crostini Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Ceviche - $19: Sushi Grade Tuna, Pickled Ginger, Cucumber, Avocado Relish, Sesame Seed, Mae Play Chili Sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, High-Fiber, Raw-Food, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Coconut Shrimp - $16: Hand Battered, Mango Coulis, Pineapple Relish Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Campenchana - $18: Shrimp, Lump Crab, Avocado, Red Onion, Cucumber, Cilantro Jalapeno, Clamato, Tortilla Chips Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Calamari - $16: Choice of Classic or Mediterranean (Tossed in a Citrus-Olive Vinaigrette) Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups & Salads
- New England Clam Chowder - $9 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soup Du Jour - $8: Soup of the day Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wedge Salad - $14: Iceberg lettuce, gorgonzola, applewood smoked bacon, cherry tomatoes, bleu cheese dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Flippers Salad - $15: Organic spring mix, pear, toasted almonds, tomatoes, goat cheese medallion, raspberry vinaigrette Available at: dinner, lunch
- Asian Chicken Salad - $18: Grilled chicken, napa cabbage, red onion, bell pepper, wontons, toasted almonds, cilantro, sesame seeds, plum vinaigrette Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- California Cobb Salad - $18: Boar’s Head smoked turkey breast, romaine, applewood smoked bacon, gorgonzola, egg, tomatoes, avocado, herb ranch dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic Caesar - $13: Wedged romaine, croutons, shaved parmesan Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caprese - $15: Beefsteak tomato, fresh basil, buffalo mozzarella, basil oil, balsamic reduction Available at: dinner, lunch
- Black & Bleu Chicken and Shrimp Salad - $22: Blackened chicken, shrimp, organic baby spinach, bell pepper, red onion, tomatoes, bleu crumbles, balsamic glaze and balsamic vinaigrette Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Roasted Cedar Plank Salmon - $32: Apricot Mustard, Jalapeño Glaze, Rice Pilaf, Baby Carrots, Asparagus, Fresh Rosemary Garnish Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cruz's Paella - $34: Shrimp, Black Coldwater Mussels, Chicken Breast, Chorizo-Saffron Jasmine Rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bohemian Grouper - $38: Citrus-Mango Relish, Baby Carrots, Asparagus, Mashed Plantain, Citrus Beurre Blanc Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ahi Tuna - $36: Seared Rare, Mae Play & Cusabi Sauces, Nori Jasmine Rice, Pickled Ginger, Seaweed Salad, Crispy Rice Noodles Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- White Miso Chilean Sea Bass - $42: Broiled, Stir-Fried Rice, Miso Ginger-Glaze Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Prime Filet 8oz - $48: Mozzarella-Jalapeno Yucca Cake, Crispy Onion, Cabernet Reduction Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- New England Fish and Chips - $22: Atlantic Cod, French Fries, Coleslaw Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Blackened Mahi-Mahi Tacos - $21: Flour Tortilla, Shredded Lettuce, Tomato, Cilantro, Black Beans, Rice Pilaf Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Shrimp Penne Arrabiata - $28: Gulf Shrimp, Olive Oil, Garlic, Basil, White Wine, Tomato, Crushed Chili Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Taste of the Bay - $38: Fettucine, Lobster, Shrimp, Diver Sea Scallop, Pear Tomato, Shallot, Bacon, Basil Pesto Cream Sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mahi-Mahi Piccata - $29: Fresh Mahi-Mahi, Lemon Caper Sauce with Angel Hair Pasta Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
- Flippers Burger - $17: Choice of Swiss, Pepper Jack, Bleu Crumbles or Cheddar, LTO, choice of side Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grouper Sandwich - $24: Blackened, Grilled or Fried, LTO, choice of side Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gourmet California Chicken Sandwich - $18: Grilled Chicken, Pecan Smoked Bacon, Avocado, Boar’s Head Chipotle Gouda, Ancho Chilli Lime Aioli, Toasted Ciabatta Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Lovers Key Rum Punch - $12: Wicked Dolphin Spiced Rum, Blue Chair Bay Key Lime Rum, Peach Schnapps, Fresh Citrus & Cranberry Juices Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Blackberry Chiller - $13: Alb Vodka, The Botanist Gin, Blackberry Preserves, Fresh Lime, Simple Syrup, Charred Rosemary Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Key Lime Coolada - $12: Blue Chair Bay Key Lime Rum, Wicked Dolphin Crystal Rum, Pina Coolada, Kiwi-Lime Glaze, Graham Cracker Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- The Original Bucket Of Fun - $18: Wicked Dolphin Coconut, Mango, Key Lime, and Pineapple Rums, Tropical Fruit Juice Blend, Black Floater Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
Sides
- Sausage Links - $5 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Pecan Smoked Bacon - $5 Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Breakfast Potatoes - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Assorted Fruit - $6 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about FLIPPERS
- Is FLIPPERS dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. FLIPPERS has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tuna Ceviche, Avocado Toast and Soup Du Jour.
- What can I eat at FLIPPERS on a dairy-free diet?
- Tuna Ceviche, Avocado Toast and Soup Du Jour carry the dairy-free tag, out of 6 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does FLIPPERS have vegan options?
- Yes. 6 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Soup Du Jour and Breakfast Potatoes.
- Is FLIPPERS gluten-free?
- 4 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at FLIPPERS?
- Asian Chicken Salad, at roughly 65.5g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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