NORTH NAPLES. Alexander's, located in Park Square near some of the Naples area's finest resort hotels, boasts one of the town's most beloved chefs, Alex Bernard. The restaurant, whose union of American and European cuisines makes it a favorite with locals, offers diners a casual yet contemporary setting. Specialties include Chef Bernard's famous peppercorn tuna and snapper meunière. Salad and pasta dishes are also available. Al fresco dining is available, and reservations are suggested, especially for dinner.

NORTH NAPLES. Overlooking beautiful Osprey Bay and the Cocohatchee Wildlife Preserve, the Bay House is one of the most respected seafood restaurants in the Naples area. This casual restaurant serves fresh seafood dishes, as well as some steak and chicken options. The best tables have views of the surrounding waterways. Reservations are suggested.

NORTH NAPLES. Bayside Seafood Grill and Bar is located at Venetian Bay. This festive restaurant offers patrons a casual dining setting with a few tables that overlook the nearby beach. Specialties here include their shrimp bisque, sautéed pistachio snapper, and oak-grilled mahi mahi. The downstairs café area serves sandwiches and salads. Bayside serves a Sunday brunch. Reservations are suggested.

OLDE NAPLES. Situated near the intersection of Eighth Street and Fifth Avenue, Chops City Grill fancies itself as serving "The Best Steaks in Town" ­ and there is a good chance their claim is right on. The atmosphere here is fun and upbeat, from the Art Deco décor to the eclectic menu. Dishes range from Pacific cod, Maui bluenose, and Onaga to T-bones, lamb chops, and onion rings. Courtyard dining is available for those who wish to dine al fresco. Reservations are recommended.

OLDE NAPLES. First Watch Restaurant is located just west of the center of Olde Naples, near Lowdermilk Park. The restaurant serves better-than-average diner fare in an atmosphere that is reminiscent of a tearoom. This is a great place to visit for either breakfast or lunch. You have your choice of an omelet, soup and sandwich plate, bowl of fresh fruit, salad, or a burger. Al fresco dining is available.