Mango's Dockside Bistro — Restaurant in Marco Island

I recently dined at Mango’s Dockside Bistro on Marco Island, and it was an absolute delight from start to finish. The food was nothing short of spectacular—my blackened grouper sandwich was perfectly seasoned, flaky, and served on a toasted bun that held up beautifully. The mango coleslaw on the side added a refreshing, tropical twist that I couldn’t get enough of. My friend raved about the coconut shrimp, crispy and succulent with a sweet chili dipping sauce that balanced the flavors just right. Every bite felt fresh and thoughtfully prepared. The service was equally impressive. Our server, Collin, greeted us with a warm smile and checked in just enough to make us feel cared for without hovering. He recommended the fish tacos, which didn’t disappoint, and even brought extra napkins before we asked—small touches that made a big difference. The staff’s energy was upbeat, and you could tell they enjoyed being there, which added to the whole experience. The atmosphere at Mango’s is what sealed the deal for me. Sitting on the waterfront patio overlooking Smokehouse Bay, I watched boats glide by as the sun dipped low, painting the sky in oranges and pinks. The gentle breeze, paired with the soft hum of conversation and occasional live music, created a laid-back yet vibrant vibe. Inside, the tropical decor and massive saltwater fish tank brought a fun, family-friendly charm. I’m already looking forward to my next...

Our first visit to this restaurant started out as a really promising evening, then turned into a dreadfully underserved and ignored dining experience.

We were seated outside and all was well until the torrential downpour came. We left quickly with others for cover with our plates and absolutely zero assistance from any wait staff. I handed my food to a family member to return to pickup unfinished appetizers and other items at the table and they were almost instantly thrown away by staff. Gone! Upon returning to cover but still outside, we just stood there with our plates in hand and nowhere to sit, for way too long.

Finally, after asking, someone found us a fold up table inside right next to where the bus-boys we're dumping used dishes. We never saw our waiter again and were left with nothing resembling what our dinner looked like at the beginning.

I had to walk around to find the manager to get our bill and pay. We could have easily left without paying and absolutely no one would have known, they were that inattentive.

I am never looking for handouts but even after I found the manager and explained, there was never a mention of how can we make this right. I paid the $100 bill and will never return. This isn't the first time it's rained in Marco in the summer but they had no clue how to handle those seated outside.

The food was good actually and that's the reason for more...

We tried Mango’s because a friend suggested it. We ordered the conch fritters. I would give them 2-3 stars. The conch was very rubbery! Some of it was inedible. I’ve had good conch before. It doesn’t need to be super tough. Like calamari, if cooked properly, it can be tender and enjoyable. These were not good. They were served in a unique sauce. I’m not sure what it was- kind of sweet. Then it had a spicy aioli sauce on the side. We split a virgin piña colada since I had a 2 hour drive back to Miami. It was very good! I had the quinoa power bowl with the blackened mahi-mahi on top. It was really good. I had some leftover to take home. My niece had a Cesar salad since she wasn’t too hungry. She said it was good. The real issue I have with this place is that we sat outside to enjoy the view, but there were SO MANY flies!!! I could not eat my food! I was constantly swatting the flies away. I had to hold my bowl close to me and shovel the food in. It was absolutely horrible! They need fans or something to keep the flies away from customers food. I guess next time I’ll have to sit inside if I want to enjoy my food. I also think it was a bit expensive. Our bill was over $50 before tip for 2 salads and a virgin drink (over rubbery conch). So, I’ll probably try another place when I return to...