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  • 5/5 Danijanet 1 month ago on Google β€’ 58 reviews New
    Nice shopping center with a variety of restaurants, department stores, smaller shops, etc. It had plenty of parking and is always clean.
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Alberto M. 3 years ago on Google
    Great variety of shops and restaurants. Conveniently located near I-75. Plenty of parking spaces. Open areas to walk or seat for a relaxed break.
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 Bella M. 2 years ago on Google
    So pretty much the only real time I go to gulf coast town center is when my bf has to charge his Tesla but there was this one place I really loved called Amore Pizza until recently they took down the charging station. I can no longer enjoy yummy pizza while waiting for the car to charge
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Debra O. 2 months ago on Google β€’ 172 reviews New
    Gulf Coast Town Center in Fort Myers, Florida......is a great place to visit and there is alot to see. We mainly go to Bass Pro Shops. It has become a Christmas πŸŽ„ holiday tradition for our family to visit Bass Pro Shops. There is also a nice variety of other stores and quite a few restaurants too. Makes for a very fun day for everyone. Well worth the time. We definitely look forward to going there anytime but especially during the Christmas πŸŽ„ Holidays!!!
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Heidy B. 6 years ago on Google β€’ 50 reviews
    It is a nice place! Outdoor mall with everything you and your family need. Stores, restaurants, bars, cinema, playground, games, bakery, ice cream shop, etc. I just love it. Here also you can enjoy many events and celebrations, such as weekend events, music, Halloween, Christmas and more..
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Trish w. 3 years ago on Google
    Really nice shopping mall. Some excellent eateries. Plenty of convenient parking. Try the cat cafe. They have honest to goodness real fruit smoothies. Super delicious. They also have adorable kitties...for adoption!
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Christopher D. 2 years ago on Google
    Was interesting too see the different inventory at this bass pro versus the one in Springfield mo. Enjoyed the visit and the decor as always awesome. Friendly outfitters.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Jeffrey M. 2 years ago on Google
    Excellent shopping experience! We visit often. Many stores and restaurants to choose from. Wide range of prices from traditional to higher end both with store and restaurant options. You can easily spend an entire day shopping and dining here. This is an outdoor mall so bring an umbrella for those unexpected rain storms! Convenient location near the interstate and plenty of parking.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 4/5 Tania C. 1 year ago on Google
    We had a party of 5. When we came in they were out of sweet potato fries which 2 of us were very excited for but nonetheless we all got fries. All the burgers came out cooked perfectly. Drinks were refilled appropriately. Izzy was very friendly and attentive!
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Dean H. 1 year ago on Google
    Good assortments in all the stores... especially enjoyed Ron Jon Surf Shop. Also worth checking out the Belk and Bass Pro Shop is there a little more scarce in Southwest Florida. The other chain stores light Marshall's, Ross and Target are pretty much the same as you'll find anywhere.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 John W (. 2 years ago on Google β€’ 899 reviews
    I only shopped at Costco today. It was a fun experience. Last time we were in the golf town center I went to Culver's. They're big FGCU supporters. There's a lot of great restaurants in this place. There's a Target too. We went there for the paint and sip, that was fun. I would encourage everyone to check it out. It's a high-end mall, with a lot of great shops. We went there to eat at Burntwood Tavern. An excellent place with reasonable prices and great service.

  • 3/5 Vince C. 11 months ago on Google
    I do not see the big attraction to PF Chang's. truthfully the food isn't that great and portions are small. For the price you pay I am quite sure there are far far better Chinese restaurants...
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 3/5 T B. 1 year ago on Google
    It's hit or miss here with the food. Staff is great. Bathrooms and floors are getting better cleaned lately. I haven't been sick from gluten here until last Friday night. I would say be very careful here.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 2/5 Michael 7 months ago on Google
    The current owner/investors of this once popular location for shopping, food and nightlife have let this place go. COVID seems to be the popular go to excuse Even though we're in Florida. πŸ€” We actually saw graffiti on two of the buildings which I have to admit was somewhat impressive because it was almost two stories in the air but it should still be cleaned up and painted over. The retail price points for both merchandise and food / drink has gone up at an unacceptable rate. If you're suffering in this type of business the best thing you could do is lower pricing to attract patrons and make your money on volume. Both retail stores and most restaurants are understaffed. We went to Red Robin one weekend and waited twice as long for food that cost twice as much while the restaurant was almost completely empty. The next weekend we went to PF Chang's in hopes of a different experience and IT WAS GREAT ! They were properly staffed and they were high energy, knowledgeable. The recommendations were fantastic as I have not personally been there in a while and the food was clearly fresh and served piping hot. Multiple staff would deliver food and clear plates throughout the dining experience which was fantastic to see and my wife and I brought are three kids with us who enjoyed themselves as well were all too happy to leave a generous tip for the staff. So if you go to Gulf Coast Town Center definitely check out Bass pro shop enjoy a movie at their IMAX theater and have a bite to eat at PF Chang's!
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Scott B. 1 month ago on Google β€’ 728 reviews New
    Great location right off of 75 and close to RSW. Tons of great food options, Costco, Super Target, Bass Pro, etc.

  • 5/5 Gary B. 6 months ago on Google β€’ 133 reviews
    Went to favorite eatery; so many to choose from at this Center. Parking is plentiful, however during holiday season can get busy and hazardous. Have witnessed toddlers running around parking lot - adults please hold their hands!

  • 4/5 Jesse R. 4 months ago on Google β€’ 124 reviews
    First time there and I really enjoyed the atmosphere and location. I had the wings( very delicious) then had the 3 cheeseburger sliders with onions rings. Not too heavy or greasy but cook perfect. they also have pool table and lots of TV's to watch sports.

  • 5/5 Deb F. 1 month ago on Google β€’ 122 reviews New
    Really great place to walk around and go into lots of stores and restaurants.

  • 4/5 Richard F. 3 months ago on Google β€’ 109 reviews New
    Always clean, great atmosphere. Too many shops to mention. It does get crowded fast but worth it.

  • 5/5 Terry S. 3 months ago on Google β€’ 58 reviews New
    Everytime I visit here, I come away impressed at the diversity of eating and entertainment and shopping. An amazing concept mall that as a destnation works. Try it. You will like the experience!

  • 3/5 Jo T. 3 months ago on Google β€’ 25 reviews New
    Had a great experience at the center. Traffic has definitely picked up. Everything was ok until we passed by an area that smelled like rotten eggs. I'm not sure what it was.

  • 5/5 Rocco F. 3 years ago on Google
    Visited Connor's Restaurant again! This is simple! One of the best restaurants in Ft.Myers! Maybe a tad bit high.However, I am willing to pay the price for quality and consistency! You know what you get at Connor's. You know what to expect at Connor's. Count me in!

  • 4/5 Randy M. 3 years ago on Google
    This sprawling development has had its ups and downs since inception. Although certain infrastructure layout challenges may never get resolved (poor inbound and exit traffic flows, awkward navigation within then property, little rain protection) the property is slowly experiencing a rebound. Despite the brick and mortar retail Armageddon caused by online shopping and exacerbated by the pandemic, the shopping center is slowly rebranding (with a much better look), and keeping visitors coming thx to anchors like Costco and Target. There are myriad dining options here with Connor's, Burntwood Tavern and Pinchers among my regular stops. The Cat Cafe is a wonderful asset too. I only pray that these entities survive the economic challenges that come with renting and operating within a massive complex where everyone's attention is up for auction. The onslaught of new commercial and residential development within walking distance of the town center bodes well for future sources of patrons. When the massive highway facing pistil and stamen monument sign is finally replaced with a more tasteful presentation I will feel like somebody finally cares about GCTC's first impression.

  • 5/5 Jack B. 3 years ago on Google
    Bass pro shop is always great. My wife and I both owned exactly what we were looking for. Costco is also very dependable as usual.

  • 5/5 Mark S. 3 years ago on Google
    Great place to shop and dine. Cantina has good food and service

  • 5/5 Jennifer D. 3 years ago on Google
    Favorite UPS store! I'm in and out its packed ready and waiting to go. They are always helpful. It's easy for me to use this location.

  • 4/5 Sharon W. 3 years ago on Google
    Many of the smaller, non national chain stores are closed. Not a bad review, just not as many boutique stores are open.

  • 5/5 H F. 3 years ago on Google
    The Best Buy store is great, well stocked, quick service, helpful employees. I found what I wanted quickly, asked for someone to assist me and by the time I returned to the spot there was an employee waiting for me. The person at the cash register was very cordial and helpful. Gave me some tips and information about my product. Always like to go here, have encountered great service everytime.

  • 5/5 Ali H. 3 years ago on Google
    Many options to choose from for food experiences. You have Carraba's, P.F. Chang's, Outback, Naples Seafood and much much more!

  • 5/5 Sandy P. 3 years ago on Google
    This mall is clean and has lovely fountains and plenty of benches to sit and rest and public rest rooms.

  • 5/5 kevin t. 3 years ago on Google
    Deliver for Amazon fun place to deliver

  • 5/5 Richard L. 3 years ago on Google
    Fantastic, loved it

  • 5/5 Adam M. 3 years ago on Google
    Amazing place to go with a variety of shops!

  • 2/5 Thilo B. 3 years ago on Google
    Your "Gulf Coast Town Center"- sign at the I 75 is damaged for over 2 years. Either you don't care or your maintenance department should be fired. The impression for visitors is really bad!!

  • 1/5 ernie s. 3 years ago on Google
    Another dreaded lifeless strip mall. Yay?

  • 5/5 Shanon B. 3 years ago on Google
    Love this place so many choices of stores and restaurants

  • 4/5 Chad W. 3 years ago on Google
    Went to the keys bar and grill and we'll be back

  • 5/5 Ron K. 3 years ago on Google
    It's got everything there.

  • 5/5 Bennie H. 3 years ago on Google
    Large choice of stores.

  • 1/5 Stanley S. 3 years ago on Google
    Screaming 2 to3 year old child for an hour straight. staff did nothing to stop it. When the parents and child finally left the rest of the patrons actually stood and clapped. Absolutely disgraceful management of a bad situation.

  • 5/5 Lynn L. 3 years ago on Google
    Clean. Open. Stores are open. Great selection for shopping moderately priced.

  • 5/5 Blanca H. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very good u good of everything (Original) Muy bueno u bien de todo

  • 5/5 Ben F. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice place.

  • 5/5 Daniel C. 3 years ago on Google
    Excellent

  • 4/5 Robert S. 3 years ago on Google
    Plenty of parking and variety of shops and food

  • 5/5 Rick E. 3 years ago on Google
    Handy

  • 3/5 Mickey B. 3 years ago on Google
    Very deserted.

  • 5/5 Thom N. 3 years ago on Google
    Parking lot navigation a pain, but nice place to shop

  • 5/5 Marina M. 3 years ago on Google
    Most stores to shop at one place.

  • 5/5 Clara C. 3 years ago on Google
    Great barbecue. Great service.

  • 5/5 Kylie V. 3 years ago on Google
    Well kept and lots of great places!

  • 5/5 Yolanda M. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice place to shop..

  • 5/5 Angel S. 3 years ago on Google
    Great....

  • 5/5 brittany h. 3 years ago on Google
    Watched it being built over 10 years ago. Still an awesome mall.

  • 5/5 Nancy B. 3 years ago on Google
    Bass Pro shopping. Plenty of parking. Good selection of restaurants.

  • 5/5 Cindy C. 3 years ago on Google
    Treasure find from Homegoods! Love Connors, Millers, BJs, Costco, and all the stores and restaurants in one location. The parking lot design is an engineering nightmare. Proceed with caution ⚠️😍

  • 5/5 Kyle V. 3 years ago on Google
    Old gem, glad it hasn’t closed down! 10 years plus I’ve been going here

  • 5/5 Frank Castillo R. 3 years ago on Google
    Excellent, refreshing and clean ambiance. Perfect for a stroll and shopping during the cooler, drier months of SWFL.

  • 4/5 Raymond O. 3 years ago on Google
    Easy to find. nice stores

  • 5/5 Rebecca W. 3 years ago on Google
    Lots of great places to shop

  • 4/5 Bob E. 3 years ago on Google
    My favorite outdoor mall

  • 2/5 Vanessa D. 2 years ago on Google
    The food was awesome. However, there was a bug over my shoulder Not sure whether it was a big spider or what. They changed our seats. Then we had to wait because our waitress had a large party before us. She was awesome!!!! We didn't receive anything complementary . I was little disappointed about that. Not even a dessert. I will still go back!!! I really didn't want to change seats because of my back issues.

  • 5/5 Pat B. 2 years ago on Google
    We visited Costco at Gulf Coast Town Center. We love this Costco. It is spacious with helpful associates. The selection is similar to other Costcos. One big positive is the spacious parking area. There is another Costco closer to our hone, but the dangerous, congested parking lot keeps us away. It is worth traveling farther to feel safer in the parking lot.

  • 5/5 Joyce L. 2 years ago on Google
    Went to Regal movie theatre. Great place very clean.. although $5 for JR Mints a bit steep. I realize they need to make up for the time lost due to Covid.. but also trying to recover financially from the stresses of the past 18 months so maybe if they can lower the price is a little bit on that candy and popcorn it would be nice just for a short time but otherwise the theater was really an excellent condition it was very clean I had to use the restroom it was spotless and the staff was very nice

  • 5/5 Diane M. 2 years ago on Google
    Love gulf coast town center. Can basically do everything in one stop. Eat at some great restaurants, shop and get groceries all in one day.

  • 5/5 Ric A. 2 years ago on Google
    Come and spend all day here..there is something for everyone.. shopping.. restaurants..fun..and more shops..plenty's of space..great πŸ‘ place to go with the whole family

  • 4/5 Loplayz 2 years ago on Google
    It's a reasonably pleasant shopping mall with all sorts of variety when it comes to stores.. I enjoy walking around enough and it doesn't get too busy.. Overall, nice stores with nice variety.. Again, rating an entire shopping mall is a bit difficult but I can't say I have any major gripes with this one..

  • 5/5 Kaleb M. 2 years ago on Google
    Very nice shopping plaza with plenty of shops. A nice clean and calm place to walk around often having live music.

  • 5/5 Ken S. 2 years ago on Google
    Costco is much better than other clubs we have been members of and they have great gas prices. We started buying our eyeglasses and car tires from Costco. Many good deals on the products you need. A real treasure in Florida just like Spanish treasure found off Key West or Florida's only reef park in the United States.

  • 5/5 Manon L. 2 years ago on Google
    I love the quality of they products. Meats, frozen foods but especially cheese! The gorgonzola, dΓ©lice de Bourgogne and Parmigianino is the greatest I found.

  • 5/5 Frank B. 2 years ago on Google
    Has a good variety of stores. Plenty of parking. Just wish there was more shade, but no where in Florida has shady parking

  • 4/5 Scott P. 2 years ago on Google
    This is the best outdoor mall around! Good restaurants and nice movies. Unfortunately, Best Buy closed there.

  • 5/5 Phaze1 2 years ago on Google
    I feel like you could spend close to an entire day in this place. There is plenty to see and do, a theater, shops, restaurants, there's even a play area for the kids, and it's right by the Fort Myers airport. Talk about convenience.

  • 4/5 Dan K. 2 years ago on Google
    We only stopped to use the playground for our toddler and she had a lot of fun. The playground had sunsails to keep the temperature down and the surface was rubberized all around. Definitely a cool place and a great diversion if you're out shopping with a bored toddler

  • 4/5 David A. 1 year ago on Google
    Gulf Coast Town Center very good. An awesome selection of shopping and restaurants. Target, Costco, At Home, Home Goods just name a few. And many restaurants to choose from. Great place and location!

  • 5/5 Kitty N. 2 years ago on Google
    Great place to sh[p. Well worth the membership. Many friends say they can't buy large quanties of items sold here. My reply is, you buy gas don't you? You can save on gas or find a friend or 2 and split quantities of items.

  • 3/5 pt 1 year ago on Google
    The shops are nice, particularly on the Northern side. The southern side needs cleaned up a bit. The parking lot is full of gum thrown on the ground and sidewalks, it's really disgusting and they need to get out the word that people throwing gum down will be fined. It really makes it look nasty. The Fort Myers area is probably the worst I've ever seen.

  • 5/5 Oz S. 1 year ago on Google
    One of the best places to enjoy with your family. You can find everything here, lot of choices to eat. U can enjoy your favorite movies in one of the best movie theaters well to many places to watch so u have to come and enjoy by yourself of with the family

  • 5/5 Roni L. 2 years ago on Google
    What do you want to do? Gulf coast town center probably has it. Great universal college town mall. Cat cafe, movie theater, shopping, food, hang out areas.

  • 5/5 ashley b. 1 year ago on Google
    This shopping center has a variety of stores to offer for shopping and many options for dining and desserts. I think they did good by bringing back the movie theater after COVID. They should consider bring back Best Buy too. I cant imagine they won't have the business. The only thing missing is a convenience store or gas station.

  • 5/5 Lori S. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful place to go shipping and to eat! One thing you may want to do is even out some of your sidewalks. My mother nearly tripped and fell. Other than that, it's a wonderful place.

  • 5/5 Martin Z. 1 year ago on Google
    This was at Red Robin. I did get together with my friend with his hunger and suggestion we went here. I'm vegan and gluten free. To my surprise not only did they say the fries are separated (makes them GF) but they had ayce steamed broccoli! Choice of fries was sweet potato! I paid under $5! Well add tip. So much fun.

  • 5/5 rick f. 1 year ago on Google
    This is a nice selection of different types of stores. A lot of clothing and shoe stores. But some high-end and restaurants. There is a large playground area for small children.

  • 5/5 Shelly C. 1 year ago on Google
    I was in Florida on vacation and we visited this place twice. I will say the ladies in Chicos following my grandmother and I around like a hawk made us not purchase anything. The sweet boy in Swarovski took the best care of us. Showed us so many items that won our hearts.

  • 4/5 Dragan J. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice place, lots of shops. We enjoy eating at Red Robin and PF Chang's!

  • 4/5 SkullHitmanatBuisness 1 year ago on Google
    Great place to do almost everything like eat, shop, games for your child and even more! everything in one place! I recommend that you go there some time! πŸ‘

  • 4/5 Ashley S. 1 year ago on Google
    A wide selection of shops for clothing and home decor, plus restaurants, predominantly chains and familiars. Outback Steakhouse, Miller’s Ale House, Taco Bell, Costco, Starbucks, etc. We visit Gulf Coast most often to go to Costco or Target.

  • 4/5 Randy A. 1 year ago on Google
    Variety of good restaurants. Parking can be an issue. Stores are average or above average.

  • 5/5 Dannigg 1 year ago on Google
    Plenty of food and things to do. The cat cafe and game time after dinner at the tavern is a great date πŸ’‘

  • 4/5 Johnathan M. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice place to do outdoor shopping and dining. Lots of good stores

  • 5/5 Amber G. 1 year ago on Google
    I love going to this shopping center even though it’s a bit of a drive for me. It’s clean and has a nice variety of stores anchored by some heavy hitters like Bass Pro. There’s plenty of parking, even during season and the restaurants sprinkled throughout can please anyone. There’s even a playground for the kids to burn off energy!

  • 5/5 Sam N. 1 year ago on Google
    Shopped the Petco store. Very nice atmosphere. Friendly staff. Then drove over to the Catty Shack for coffee and bagel. Walked about the mall. Lots of nice stores. Enjoyable afternoon

  • 5/5 Jeanette D. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful place to shop. Many different store's. Easy walking. Plenty of places to sit around the outdoor mall.

  • 3/5 Amanda R. 1 year ago on Google
    They picked THE WORST time to do some parking lot renovations. The traffic over in the Target area is a nightmare. Besides that....store and food choices are always good.

  • 5/5 Courtney K. 1 year ago on Google
    This shopping area has every shop you need, especially for some good Christmas shopping! The area is also well kept up, trash isn’t all over the place and the grass is always cut!

  • 5/5 Anthony M. 1 year ago on Google
    Gulf Coast represents the nicest part of Fort Myers, hands down. Nice restaurants, shopping and movies. Unlike the other parts of Lee county, Gulf Coast and Estero are very safe and everyone speaks English.

  • 5/5 Dawn T. 11 months ago on Google β€’ 23 reviews
    Love Costco, good prices on most, love the clothes, food/produce/bakery are wonderful and they are always great with returns.

  • 3/5 Taylor Engel, FL Keys R. 11 months ago on Google
    This use to be one of my favorite places to shop when I was at Florida Gulf Coast University, now there are barely any clothing stores to go to. It is my understanding that they raised the rent costs so most of these places could not last. But there is very few clothing stores here now & are just sitting there empty. The whole town has changed since I left in 2017 and it is not for the best. With the amount of people that are now living around town this complex needs to go back to what it was.

  • 3/5 Jason 9 months ago on Google
    It's dangerous driving around here. Mixing the bad Florida drivers and the tourists in one little area is not a good idea. Your putting your life into someone else's hands.

  • 5/5 Michael K. 1 year ago on Google
    There is something for everyone! Even though the place was packed, I didn't have to wait on anything. Traffic moved smooth. We ate and got our food relatively quick and the checkout lines were good.

  • 5/5 Mike C. 9 months ago on Google
    Went to Hooked! Can't wait for their Matlacha location to get completed...in the mean time, best Grouper in the Ft Myers area!

  • 4/5 Whitney B. 8 months ago on Google
    Gulf coast has a lot of activity, a LOT of restaurants... but, in my opinion, is hard to navigate. It's very easy for me to get lost. They are building apartments/condos/housing (I am 97% sure) which should bring more to the area. My main concern is the difficulty getting around.

  • 5/5 Ashleen C. 8 months ago on Google
    We come almost every weekend. I love it here. There are stores and places to eat for everyone!!!! My go on spot Always

  • 5/5 Tracy D. 6 months ago on Google
    So many stores and restaurants and everything is within walking distance. Plenty of sidewalks. They had a couple of play areas for kids but none that offered any type of water to cool down. My kids used to love the play areas in Myrtle Beach that had water shoot up from the playground.

  • 5/5 peter S. 3 months ago on Google New
    Largest outdoor shopping area in the USA! Literally dozens of stores and restaurants. Absolutely packed and nice lay-out.

  • 5/5 Jesus C. 4 months ago on Google
    The world famous cigar bar is definitely a must for cigar lovers, a must visit for locals and anyone who enjoy a good cigar in good comfort, ambiance and of course good company. The liquor selection is great and the staff very friendly.


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