Marco Walk Courtyard, 599 S. Collier Blvd., 239-389-6900, www.captbriens.com Capt Brien's features a wide array of fresh local seafood in a casual dining atmosphere. The majority of their fi sh arrives looking like a fi sh and is fi lleted in house to maintain quality. Oysters are from around the world and compliment the many other items on the raw bar, which stays open late on nights when their famous Comedy Club, Off the Hook, is open. Our favorites for a light meal are the lobster martini and the New England clam chowder. For the freshest fi sh of all, take your catch in and have it prepared your way. CAPT BRIEN'S - fresh seafood in the rawContinued on page 38Stunning views and sumptuous fare at SALE E PEPESale e Pepe doesn't just mean salt and pepper, but exotic herbs, spices and wonderful views! There aren't too many choices on Marco for a sunset with dinner and none with more sophisticated surroundings than Sale e Pepe, which is situated at the rear of Marco Beach Ocean Resort just set back from the beach. Watching a stunning Marco sunset 480 S. Collier Blvd., in the Marco Beach Ocean Resort, 239-393-1600, www.sale-e-pepe.comRise & Shine with SUSIE'S DINER Located in Marco Town Center, Susie's Diner has been tempting visitors to the island with their substantial breakfasts and lunches for nearly 30 years. Serving breakfast all day, along with the traditional favorites they from the dining room (or the terrace if it isn't too hot and humid) with picture perfect postcard views of the beach and Gulf, you can choose from a creative wide ranging menu inspired by Chef Matarese, who gives traditional southern Italian cuisine a progressive feel. If you're looking for the view and content with lighter fare, try the Saletta or Terrace happy hour with bar bites and daily happy hour menu between 4 and 6pm.also offer homemade Belgium waffl es, tropical French toast (overfl owing with fresh fruit) and a variety of breakfast wraps. Featuring Boar's Head products, the lunch menu includes a wide variety of soups, salads and sandwiches and their popular daily specials come with a drink and dessert included. It's quality comfort food at a reasonable price.1013 N. Collier Blvd., Marco Town Center Mall, 239-642-6633 760 N. Collier Blvd., (in the Esplanade)239-393-2433, www.mangosdocksidebistro.comRestaurant fare to enjoy at home from LILLY B'S In the mood for great food but don't feel like eating out? Having friends over but don't want to slave over a hot stove? Well stop by Lilly B's, the specialty market, bakery and delicatessen attached to Mango's Dockside Bistro, and your prayers will be answered. You can pick up a tray of mixed appetizers, some sushi, or maybe a couple of entrees and if you give them a call in advance they'll deliver it to you. Chef Annie is an experienced caterer too so, with a few day's notice, they can even take care of a party, be it large or small, for you. The deli also offers a great selection of bread and desserts made on the premises as well as fresh produce and a full line of gluten free products. 37

Continued from page 37You scream, I scream, we allscream for BEEBE'S ice cream!When the Stolianas family took over this popular ice cream parlor late last year, they made some sweep-ing changes. With a new, more effi cient layout and an electronic menu displayed on an enormous fl at screen TV, the store looks and feels much more up to date. They've also started serving great gourmet coffee and making their own waffl e cones and fl avored whipped cream but, you'll be pleased to Seafood for miles on PARADISE CAFE'S Friday night buffetThe Hilton at the south end of Marco's beach has a good view out towards the Gulf and on Friday nights it also has a great view along the seafood buffet table! Choices range from shrimp to crab, from sushi to oysters on the half shell and hot fi sh dishes in wonderful sauces. Perfectly prepared and beautifully presented, go hungry and leave full. On a recent visit there our son-in-law, who loves raw oysters, most defi nitely ate my portion, Debbie's share and our daugh-ter's also! But, thank goodness, he declared he was beaten before they ran out of oysters. Before the buffet, try the two for one cocktails in Sandcastles lounge from 5-7pm.Hilton Marco Island Beach Resort and Spa, 560 S. Collier Blvd., 239-642-2181It's tough to beat the SNOOK INN for casual waterfront diningRestaurants with water views are few and far between on Marco and it's not surprising that The Snook is now in its 26th year and is a Marco institution. With a great view of Marco River, plenty of outdoor seating and regular island style music, it's so easy to pass a couple of hours relaxing with a cold cocktail - we certainly have! The fresh fi sh of the day is always a good choice, (try the mahi mahi while watching the dolphins play) and this summer, by popular demand, their all you can eat dinners (including their famous seafood buffet) are back. See their ad on page 139 for details. Other benefi ts to bear in mind - all summer long there's half price drinks at their two happy hours at the hear, they still serve the same delicious old fashioned ice cream in 44 fl avors. And when you add their yogurt, fl oats, milk shakes, sugar free / no fat ice cream and 12 fl avors of shaved ice they really do have something to please the whole family. They're always buzzing in the evenings with moviegoers and restaurant patrons choosing some-thing delicious to end their night out. Enjoy your choice outside at one of the tables or take it to the courtyard by the fountains and people-watch.Marco Walk Plaza, 599 S. Collier Blvd., 239-642-9800, www.beebesicecream.comtikki bar, kids can eat free using the cou-pon in the back of the magazine and there's complimentary transportation with A Carr Transportation to and from anywhere on Marco. All great reasons to go and get snookered! 1215 Bald Eagle Dr., 239-394-3313www.snookinn.com38