Eagle Grille – Waterfront Dining at Miller’s Marina

Overlooking the boats of Boca Grande Marina where Charlotte Harbor meets the Gulf of Mexico, Eagle Grille delivers one of Gasparilla Island’s most classic waterfront dining experiences. Located on the second floor above Miller’s Dockside at the historic Miller’s Marina, the restaurant combines elevated coastal cuisine with sweeping harbor views that capture the timeless character of Boca Grande living.

Long considered a staple of island dining, Eagle Grille offers a quieter, refined alternative to beachside restaurants while remaining deeply connected to the boating culture that defines this part of Southwest Florida. Every table enjoys a waterfront perspective, allowing diners to watch fishing boats, yachts, and sunset skies unfold across the marina basin.

Waterfront Dining Above the Marina

The restaurant’s setting is central to its appeal. Positioned upstairs overlooking the harbor, Eagle Grille provides panoramic views across Boca Grande Bayou and Charlotte Harbor in a peaceful, elevated environment. The nautical-inspired interior — featuring sailing motifs and maritime décor — reflects Boca Grande’s long history as a fishing and yachting destination.

Below, Miller’s Dockside offers a livelier casual atmosphere, but Eagle Grille focuses on a more relaxed dinner experience where conversation, views, and attentive service take center stage.

Coastal Cuisine with Island Tradition

Eagle Grille’s menu blends fresh Gulf seafood with classic American coastal cuisine. Diners regularly enjoy dishes such as fresh catch selections, oysters, shrimp preparations, steaks, and chef-driven specials prepared daily. Signature favorites include ahi tuna appetizers, fresh fish entrées, and steak options designed to pair with the restaurant’s full bar and wine selection.

The kitchen emphasizes fresh preparation and local flavors, reflecting Boca Grande’s strong connection to regional fishing traditions.

A Boater’s Dining Destination

Located directly within Boca Grande Marina, Eagle Grille is a natural dock-and-dine stop for boaters traveling the Intracoastal Waterway or returning from fishing trips near Boca Grande Pass — often called the “Tarpon Capital of the World.” Guests frequently arrive by water, tying up below before heading upstairs for dinner overlooking the harbor.

The active marina setting adds authenticity to the experience, especially in the evenings when charter captains return and the harbor comes alive with activity.

The Real Estate Connection: Boca Grande Lifestyle

Dining at Eagle Grille offers a clear window into why Boca Grande remains one of Southwest Florida’s most exclusive coastal markets. Gasparilla Island is known for luxury waterfront estates, historic cottages, golf-cart mobility, and a preserved Old Florida atmosphere that prioritizes privacy and community over large-scale development.

Many buyers first experience the island socially — through waterfront restaurants like Eagle Grille — where the pace feels intentionally slower and daily life revolves around boating, sunsets, and close-knit community traditions.

A Boca Grande Institution

For decades, the Miller’s Marina location has served as a gathering point for anglers, seasonal residents, and longtime island families. Renovations have modernized the property while preserving its heritage as a legendary tarpon fishing hangout and waterfront social hub.

Eagle Grille continues that tradition, offering a dining experience rooted in continuity rather than trend — a hallmark of Boca Grande itself.

Planning Your Visit

Eagle Grille
220 Harbor Drive
Boca Grande, Florida 33921
Phone: (941) 964-8000
Second-floor waterfront dining overlooking Boca Grande Marina
Dinner service typically 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Reservations welcomed

Tip: Request a window table at sunset for views across Charlotte Harbor as boats return to the marina.

Why It Matters to Buyers

Today’s luxury buyers increasingly seek lifestyle authenticity alongside property value. Eagle Grille demonstrates what living in Boca Grande feels like — refined yet relaxed, social yet private, and deeply connected to the water. For many visitors, dinner here becomes the moment Gasparilla Island shifts from a beautiful destination into a place they begin imagining as home.