The Perfect Caper

4.9

3468 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary French / American

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2 people

Dec 20, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 26 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Neighborhood gem

The Perfect Caper is Southwest Florida's premier dining destination. Located in Punta Gorda, halfway between Sarasota and Naples, on Florida's Gulf Coast. The Caper is a casually elegant neighborhood restaurant, with something for EVERYONE! The Caper offers a truly unique dining experience as well as superior service and atmosphere & craft cocktails....Globally inspired cuisine, locally sourced!

We feel the Caper is an extension of your home and that you and your family will feel welcomed at our table. Enjoy life...Eat Good Food!

Order delivery or takeout

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary French / American, French American, Asian
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed–Fri 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Lunch Wed–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm
Phone number
(941) 505-9009
Website
http://www.theperfectcaper.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Jeanie Roland-James Beard Semifinalist
Private party facilities
We are always available for private functions.

Location
121 E. Marion Ave., Punta Gorda, FL 33950
Neighborhood
Punta Gorda
Cross street
Nesbit St.
Parking details
We offer parking in the private lot that is adjacent to the building.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Crispy Shrimp$15.00
jumbo prawns, wrapped in shredded filo, fried crisp, avocado relish, blood orange vinaigrette
The Perfect Caper Paté$15.00
house chicken liver paté, mission fig-vidalia onion relish, rustic pear jam, french bread crisps, caper berries
A Warm Goat$16.00
warm goats cheese with roasted garlic, kalamata olive tapenade, caponata & roasted peppers- fresh parsley, grilled crostini
Foie Gras Club$24.00
seared foie gras, tomato apple jam, crisp smoked bacon, tiny greens, on grilled house brioche
Sweet & Spicy Calamari$17.00
lightly seasoned & flash fried squid, sweet & spicy chili sauce, toasted peanuts, green onion
Pork Belly Tacos$18.00
crispy pork belly, spicy salsa verde, crème fraîche, guacamole, queso fresco with flour tortillas
Steamed Pei Mussels$16.00
steamed prince edward island mussels, leek confit, fresh cream

Seasonal Salads

Perfect Caper House Chop$11.00
our house chop of watercress, iceberg, tomato, avocado, bacon & point reyes blue cheese tossed in a caper-whole grain mustard dressing
Duck Salad$28.00
pan seared, honey garlic marinated duck breast served on salad of baby mesclun greens, toasted pecans, dried cherries, goats cheese & finished with a cherry vinaigrette
Baby Greens$8.00
salad of organic baby greens, goats cheese, focaccia crouton, herb vinaigrette
Heirloom & Motz$20.00
house made mozzarella cheese, wrapped in prosciutto, grilled & served on a bed of heirloom tomatoes with 12- year balsamic & extra virgin olive oil, wild arugula

Entreés

Duck a Deux Facons$48.00
crispy confit of duck & garlic marinated duck breast, wilted greens, whipped golden potatoes, lentil-pancetta vinaigrette
Filet La Maison$72.00
grilled 8oz filet of beef tenderloin, asparagus, lobster macaroni and cheese, black truffle bearnaise, frizzled leeks
Filet La Saison$61.00
grilled 8 oz. filet of beef tenderloin, asparagus, fingerling potatoes,black truffle bearnaise, frizzled leeks
Momma's Chicken$28.00
buttermilk fried, all natural chicken breast, cheddar grits, wilted greens, sweet corn sauce
Miso Salmon$30.00
sweet chili bok choy, forbidden black rice, ginger sesame beurre blanc
Angus New York Strip 14 Oz$56.00
grilled angus new york strip, wild mushrooms, truffle frites, parsley brown butter
Shrimp Tempura$34.00
organic greens, tempura shrimp & asparagus, miso-yuzu vinaigrette, crisp wonton
Moroccan Spiced Lamb$62.00
pan seared, domestic, free roaming, spiced rack of lamb, roasted fingerling potatoes, oil cured olives, haricots verts, fresh herbs, garlic and ginger
Crab Cake$35.00
pan seared jumbo lump crab cake, crispy fingerling potato, arugula, cucumber salad-papaya seed vinaigrette & papaya creme
Penne Sausagnaise$29.00
organic penne pasta with sausage, rustic tomato sauce, house made ricotta cheese
Crabby Scallops (3) Pieces $48.00
grilled sea scallops topped with brulee jumbo lump crab and yuzu tobiko, coconut forbidden black rice, baby bok choy and apricot beurre blanc

Something on the Side

Truffle'd Frites$6.00
Pomme Frites$4.00
Lobster Mac-N-Cheese$18.00

What 3,468 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.6Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Perfect Caper in Punta Gorda delivers an exceptional dining experience with "spectacular food and service." Guests rave about the creative cocktails, extensive wine list, and "delectable desserts." Known for its warm atmosphere and attentive staff, it's a "hidden gem" perfect for special occasions or a delightful night out.

3,468 Reviews

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Tracey
Cleveland
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As always, the penultimate in service and food. We had the Gouda cheese appetizer special- small but very delicious! My husband had mushroom pappardelle and I had the gator island salmon, baby bok choy and the Brussels apple salad. Wine selection was very good. No room for dessert, but the dinner was delicious and I took some salad & bok chop home for lunch. Our server, Mary Jane, was wonderful- there when we needed her and helpful and very pleasant. A perfect night.
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Jeffrey
VIP
Naples
25 reviews
5.0
25 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a great experience. Jodi is a fantastic bartender and server. The food is always fantastic…
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David
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
top notch best in town ................................
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Shawn
VIP
Greater Boston
25 reviews
5.0
25 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had great dinner here. Our server, Eric, was excellent. His recommendations were spot on. The menu was diverse and there should be something for everyone. We will definitely be back.
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Steve
VIP
Naples
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service is great. Always a pleasure to to dine there. 🍽️
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Jenna
VIP
Maine
105 reviews
5.0
105 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We rarely have a meal when every dish from start to finish is perfect. Red Curry Muscles Miso Salmon Veal Chop Special Coconut Crème Brule Even the berries and cream Nice job!
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Scott
Miami
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Perfect Caper is a perfect restaurant. Service is awesome and food is some of the best I have had anywhere in the world. Definitely high quality.
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Debbi
Naples
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food and service at the Perfect Caper is OUTSTANDING. I've tried several of their appetizers and entre's through my visits there and I cannot complain about any of it! Alittle pricy, but you get what you pay for! If there is any criticism it would be that their 'doggy boxes' could be better.
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Shauna
Naples
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing as always. Top notch food and service in a quiet and serene atmosphere
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Janet
Naples
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another incredible meal at The Perfect Caper … their food is outstanding and last night they had their sinfully delicious Gouda bread as an appetizer it is I unbelievably good ♥️. My favorite restaurant… just excellent in my opinion . Chef Jeannie and her staff are the best 👌
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FAQs

The Perfect Caper offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 505-9009.

The Perfect Caper is rated 4.9 stars by 3468 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 20, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 26 times today

Order delivery or takeout

121 E. Marion Ave., Punta Gorda, FL 33950

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Nesbit St.
Neighborhood
Punta Gorda
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed–Fri 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Lunch Wed–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary French / American, French American, Asian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
We offer parking in the private lot that is adjacent to the building.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Jeanie Roland-James Beard Semifinalist
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.theperfectcaper.com/
Phone number
(941) 505-9009
Private party facilities
We are always available for private functions.

The Perfect Caper

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

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Sweet & Spicy Calamari

Foie Gras Club

Crab Cake

Appetizers & Small Plates

Crispy Shrimp$15.00

The Perfect Caper Paté$15.00

A Warm Goat$16.00

Foie Gras Club$24.00

Sweet & Spicy Calamari$17.00

Pork Belly Tacos$18.00

Steamed Pei Mussels$16.00

Seasonal Salads

Perfect Caper House Chop$11.00

Duck Salad$28.00

Baby Greens$8.00

Heirloom & Motz$20.00

Entreés

Duck a Deux Facons$48.00

Filet La Maison$72.00

Filet La Saison$61.00

Momma's Chicken$28.00

Miso Salmon$30.00

Angus New York Strip 14 Oz$56.00

Shrimp Tempura$34.00

Moroccan Spiced Lamb$62.00

Crab Cake$35.00

Penne Sausagnaise$29.00

Crabby Scallops (3) Pieces $48.00

Something on the Side

Truffle'd Frites$6.00

Pomme Frites$4.00

Lobster Mac-N-Cheese$18.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does The Perfect Caper offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is The Perfect Caper restaurant rated?

Is The Perfect Caper currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

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