HM Restaurant Group promotes Leon at Bonita Fish Company

Jan 28, 2026 2 min read

HM Restaurant Group has promoted Robbie Leon to kitchen manager at Bonita Fish Company. Photo provided

HM Restaurant Group has promoted Robbie Leon to kitchen manager at Bonita Fish Company, Fort Myers Beach’s newest waterfront restaurant. Leon has worked in the kitchens of sister restaurants Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille and Dixie Fish Company for 15 years.

“Robbie brings a wealth of knowledge and skill to this position,” said Joe Harrity, a partner with HM Restaurant Group. “He is a natural leader with exceptional customer service skills that reflect the stellar experience our guests have come to expect.”

“I have enjoyed working for the company and I love cooking and collaborating with the talented team here,” said Leon. “Our top priorities are delicious food and creating a unique ambiance for locals and visitors.”

HM Restaurant Group’s newest restaurant, Bonita Fish Company opened in November and specializes in fresh Gulf seafood, casual bites and cold drinks. The restaurant seats 250 guests and offers daily live entertainment, a central bar, breathtaking sunsets views and dockside dining along Matanzas Pass.

Bonita Fish Company’s menu highlights signature dishes such as shrimp fritters, shrimp and grits, and fried grouper sandwiches. Open daily from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., the restaurant also serves brunch Friday through Sunday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Boat-in diners are accommodated by docks that also serve the adjoining Doc Ford’s and Dixie Fish Company.

Blending Fort Myers Beach’s rich coastal heritage with a contemporary dining experience and reimagined design, Bonita Fish Company was originally built in 1926 as a fish-packing house. The century-old site has been thoughtfully renovated to preserve its coastal character while introducing modern features and a welcoming ambiance.

Bonita Fish Company also offers Bayside Private Events, an indoor-outdoor waterfront event venue accommodating plated dinners for 70 guests and up to 150 people for standing receptions. It’s one of a select few standalone waterfront event spaces in Lee County. A floating dock marina with 30 to 35 slips and annual leases is expected to open in early 2026.

Bonita Fish Company is located at 702 Fisherman’s Wharf on Fort Myers Beach. For more information, visit bonitafishco.com or call 239-314-5132.