Naples’ restaurant scene doesn’t just change — it reinvents itself. In 2025, longtime favorites said goodbye, newer concepts quietly exited, and a growing number of dining rooms reopened with fresh identities. From Fifth Avenue South to North Naples, the year told a clear story: survival required evolution, creativity, and a willingness to pivot. Here’s a Naples-only look at the restaurants that closed, rebranded, and reshaped the local dining landscape in 2025

Here’s a Naples-only breakdown of how the local restaurant scene changed in 2025.

🚪 Naples Restaurants That Closed in 2025

In total, 25 Naples-area restaurants closed their doors this year. Some exits were expected, others came as a surprise.

Notable Naples closures included:

  • 21 Spices (East Naples) – The award-winning Indian restaurant closed in March after nearly a decade, as the chef chose to pursue opportunities outside Naples.

  • Bahama Breeze (Coastland Center) – The Caribbean-themed chain shuttered after less than a year in Naples.

  • Bambusa Bar & Grill – After 20 years as a beloved and inclusive community gathering spot, Bambusa closed, marking the end of an era.

  • The Bevy (Downtown Naples) – Closed to make way for a new concept.

  • Black Eyed Pig BBQ (Pine Ridge Road) – After nearly 17 years, this longtime barbecue favorite closed in July.

  • Bravo Italian Kitchen (Mercato) – Closed after 15 years, later replaced by a new Greek concept.

  • The Cave Bistro & Wine Bar (Galleria at Vanderbilt) – Closed after seven and a half years due to personal health challenges.

  • Dorona – The Italian steakhouse closed after seven years, despite the continued success of its sister restaurants.

  • Duck Donuts (Ninth Street North) – The only Naples location closed after five years.

  • HobNob (Fifth Avenue South) – Closed after more than a decade in business.

  • Island Vybz – The Jamaican comfort food spot quietly closed.

  • Jeremiah’s Italian Ice (Radio Road) – Closed its Naples location while keeping other area shops open.

  • La Sorpresa – The Cuban restaurant and market closed after 30 years, one of the most significant losses of the year.

  • Naples Tiki Bar – Closed after three and a half years.

  • Outback Steakhouse (Original Naples location) – Closed after more than 30 years, marking the end of a Naples dining landmark.

  • PDQ (Pine Ridge Road) – Naples’ only PDQ location closed in November.

  • Pelican Larry’s (Naples locations) – All Naples locations closed as the brand exited Collier County.

  • Seventh South Craft Food & Drink – Closed its Naples location in preparation for a waterfront move.

  • Simit – Closed to make way for a different restaurant concept.

  • Two Fillets (North Naples) – Closed unexpectedly in August.

  • Warehouse Cuisine & Cocktails – Closed after eight years along Immokalee Road.

🔄 The Rise of Rebrands in Naples

One of the biggest trends in 2025 wasn’t just closures — it was reinvention.

Several Naples restaurants closed temporarily, only to reopen as something entirely new, often under the same ownership.

Major Naples rebrands included:

  • The French Brasserie → Tulia Italian Steak (Fifth Avenue South)

  • The Bevy → La Salière (Downtown Naples)

  • Two Fillets → Caiman Cantina (North Naples)

  • Seventh South Craft Food & Drink → Seventh South Waterfront

These transitions reflect a broader shift toward value-driven menus, refined concepts, and experiential dining, as operators adapt to rising costs and changing consumer expectations.

📊 New Naples Restaurant Openings in 2025

Restaurant

Cuisine / Concept

Area of Naples

Notes

The Merchant Room

Upscale American / Fine Dining

Old Naples (Naples Beach Club)

Flagship restaurant at the new Four Seasons resort

HB’s

Beachfront Dining

Old Naples (Naples Beach Club)

Reimagined classic Naples beachfront restaurant

Sunset Bar

Cocktails & Small Plates

Old Naples (Naples Beach Club)

Updated beachfront bar concept

Blackbird Modern Asian

Modern Asian

Fifth Avenue South / Naples Bay Resort

Elevated Asian dining with strong design focus

Tigress Cantonese Chophouse

Cantonese / Asian Fusion

Downtown Naples (Perry Hotel)

Rooftop dining experience

Easy Tiger

Rooftop Lounge

Downtown Naples (Perry Hotel)

Cocktail-forward rooftop lounge

Prime Social Reserve

Private Rooftop Dining

Downtown Naples

Members-only, high-end social dining

Omasava

Sushi / Chef-Driven

Fifth Avenue South

Curated sushi dinners from the Sails team

Aufieri & Martinez Argentinian Steakhouse

Argentinian Steakhouse

North Naples

Wood-fired meats and South American flavors

The Supper Club

Classic American / Social Dining

North Naples (Shoppes at Vanderbilt)

Old-school supper club vibe

Estia

Greek Restaurant & Lounge

North Naples (Galleria at Vanderbilt)

Mediterranean dining with lounge atmosphere

Violi

Greek-Inspired Taverna

Mercato

Replaced Bravo Italian Kitchen

Waxin’s

Swedish-American Restaurant

Mercato

Scandinavian-inspired cuisine

Lujack’s All-American Grill

American Grill

Fountain Park

Tribute to football great Johnny Lujack

🔮 Looking Ahead to 2026

As 2025 wraps up, Naples’ restaurant scene remains dynamic, competitive, and full of opportunity.

With several anticipated openings already on the horizon — including HeyDay Cookshop — local diners can expect continued evolution, fresh concepts, and more culinary experimentation in the year ahead.

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