There are several wonderful options to either shop for groceries or have them stocked in the home. The easiest is a local grocery service. Send your list before your trip and your groceries can be waiting at the house when you arrive, so you can settle in and head for the beach. If you’d rather bring groceries over on the ferry yourself, shop on the mainland on your way to Pine Island. Every Vanage home has a fully equipped kitchen.
Grocery delivery and provisioning
A local shopper takes care of the store run for you. Send your list ahead of time and your groceries are shopped and packed for the boat. They can be dropped at the dock you’re leaving from, or the service can coordinate stocking the home before you arrive.
Grocery delivery services can bring groceries, beer and wine, and even platters or easy meals.
Drinks, platters and easy meals
Grocery delivery services can bring groceries, beer and wine, and even platters or easy meals. Handy for stocking the fridge before you walk in, and for an easy first night after a day of travel.
Bringing groceries on the ferry
If you’d rather shop yourself, pick up groceries on the mainland before you reach Pine Island and bring them over on the ferry.
Bring a cooler for cold and frozen items, since it takes a few hours to get from the store to your kitchen.
What’s on the island
North Captiva has a small island market that’s good for items you need in a pinch. For top-ups during your stay, schedule a mid-stay grocery delivery.
Where to eat on North Captiva
North Captiva has a handful of spots to eat, most of them close to the docks. Hours change with the season, so check before you go.
Anchors Landing
An upscale, intimate steakhouse and seafood restaurant at the Island Club, known for Prime Midwest beef and fresh Florida seafood. It’s near the docks.
Coconuts Tiki Bar
A laid-back island bar at the Island Club, right next to Anchors Landing.
Mainstay Restaurant & Barnacles Bar
A casual waterfront restaurant and bar just steps from the ferry landing, known for seafood and American fare, with views of the channel. It was formerly Barnacle Phil’s.
Mango’s Bar & Grill
A casual poolside bar and grill at the Island Club, known for burgers, tacos, salads, pizza, sandwiches and milkshakes. It’s at the heart of the Island Club, steps from the ferry landing, with views of the marina.
Over The Waterfront
An intimate restaurant set over the water at Safety Harbor Club, known for a seasonal menu of seafood, steaks and pasta, with views of Safety Harbor. It’s open to the public; reservations are typically needed, and guests can bring their own wine or beer.
Private chefs
A private chef is a great way to spend a night in, whether it’s a special dinner, a group celebration or prepared meals for your stay. We share our recommendations in the guidebook after booking.
Groceries, dining and chefs FAQ
How do groceries work? Can groceries be delivered?
There’s no full grocery store on North Captiva, so we recommend a grocery service. Your groceries can be waiting at the house when you arrive. If you’d rather shop yourself, pick up groceries on the mainland before you reach Pine Island. The small island market is good for items you need in a pinch, and for top-ups during your stay you can schedule a mid-stay grocery delivery. Grocery delivery services can bring groceries, beer and wine, and even platters or easy meals.
Where can we eat on North Captiva?
North Captiva has a handful of restaurants and beach bars, most of them close to the docks — including Anchors Landing, Coconuts Tiki Bar, Mainstay Restaurant & Barnacles Bar, Mango’s Bar & Grill, and Over The Waterfront. Hours change with the season, so check before you go.
What’s in the kitchen?
Every Vanage home has a fully equipped kitchen, and most stock basics like coffee, oil and spices. Bring or order your main groceries, plus any favorite brands or special dietary items.
Can we hire a private chef?
Yes. We share our recommendations in the guidebook after booking.