Sweet Melissa’s Cafe: A New Chapter

Sweet Melissa’s Cafe: A New Chapter

Sweet Melissa’s Cafe, a beloved restaurant on Sanibel Island, is rebuilding after being damaged by Hurricane Ian in 2022. Chef Melissa Donahue recently shared a rendering of the new building, which will be larger and more modern than the original.

The new Sweet Melissa’s will have a spacious dining room with floor-to-ceiling windows, as well as an outdoor patio with views of the Gulf of Mexico. The menu will feature the same popular dishes that made the original restaurant a success, as well as some new additions.

Donahue is excited to share the new Sweet Melissa’s with her customers. “We’re really looking forward to creating a new and even better dining experience for our guests,” she said. “We can’t wait to open our doors and welcome everyone back.”

The new Sweet Melissa’s is expected to open in early 2023. In the meantime, Donahue and her team are working hard to rebuild the restaurant and bring it back to its former glory.

Here is the post from their Instagram account

The transition! Ready for another full house!Sweet Melissa’s Cafe Thursdays and Fridays! Make your reservations today! (239)472-1581

Here are some additional details about the new Sweet Melissa’s:

• The new building will be located at the same address as the original restaurant, 2075 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island, FL 33957.
• The new restaurant will have seating for 120 guests, plus an additional 40 seats on the patio.
• The menu will feature a variety of American cuisine, with a focus on fresh seafood and locally-sourced ingredients.
• The new Sweet Melissa’s is expected to be open seven days a week for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.