Free and Fabulous: Patio Cafe in Naples

On a cool evening, we chose an outside table on the patio. It was lovely, surrounded by enough greenery to mute nearby U.S. 41. I ordered the chicken pot pie ($11.99). My husband had the meatloaf ($11.99), while my daughter chose the special, Greek chicken ($13.99).

The restaurant features specials after 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday with items like beef stroganoff, beer battered chicken, Greek chicken, ribs, fried chicken or prime rib ($11.99 to $16.99). The Patio Cafe dinner menu also has a section called “Oldies But Goodies,” with items such as roasted turkey or grilled pork chops for $12.99 and meatloaf or fish and chips, $11.99. There are also soups, salads and pasta along with seafood, steak, lamb chops, ribs or chicken.

Lunch meals are a bit less expensive with items such as the French dip, chicken fajita or fish and chips for $8.99 and the gyro platter, Key lime fish or chicken quesadilla for $9.99. There are also a variety of sandwiches and hot platters. The breakfast menu includes omelets, pancakes, French toast, skillets and oatmeal along with the more unusual Crepe Swiss Lorraine, Mediterranean crepes and more.

• Hours: 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday-Saturday, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday
• Price range: $3.99-$14.99 breakfasts, $6.99-$9.99 lunches, $11.99-$19.99 dinner entrees
• Kids’ menu: Chicken tenders, eggs, French toast, pancakes, burgers, fish and chips, $3-$6. Kids eat free 4-9 p.m. Monday and Wednesday with paid adult meal.