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Fresh Catch Bistro, Junkanoo Below Deck reopen

By Nathan Mayberg - Editor | Oct 16, 2024

The Junkanoo patio as seen from above at Fresh Catch Bistro

Fresh Catch Bistro and Junkanoo Below Deck have reopened on Fort Myers Beach, owner Franco Russo said.

Russo said ground level of Junkanoo took more than four feet of water during Hurricane Milton and more than three feet of water during Hurricane Helene two weeks prior.

“We were much better prepared for Milton than we were for Helene,” Russo said. “We didn’t think Helene would be as bad as it was so we lost our bar equipment and a lot of other items at Junkanoo.

“Milton damage was very minimal because we took all of the equipment and other items out from behind the Junkanoo bar and moved it to a safe place. Fresh Catch Bistro is on the second floor so it was fine for both storms. We serve both Junkanoo and Fresh Catch from the same kitchen on the second floor so that was fine too.”

Junkanoo hours are 11 a.m. until 8 p.m.

Junkanoo Below Deck on Fort Myers Beach. Photo by Nathan Mayberg

Fresh Catch Bistro hours are:

Happy Hour 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. and restaurant opens at 4:30 p.m. until 8 p.m.

The restaurants are located at 4761 Estero Boulevard next to Snook Bright Marina, behind Publix. Reservations are recommended.

Junkanoo Below Deck on Fort Myers Beach. Photo by Nathan Mayberg

Junkanoo Below Deck on Fort Myers Beach. Photo by Nathan Mayberg

Junkanoo Below Deck on Fort Myers Beach. Photo by Nathan Mayberg