We suggest to all our guests that a great way to save money is to order your groceries ahead of time. There is a small grocery store on North Captiva Island, however it is quite expensive. Both the Publix Market and Winn Dixie, which are on the mainland, will pre-pack your grocery order. Simply fax your list to them 48 hours in advance and when you arrive at the store your groceries will be ready to go. They will pack frozen items in coolers on ice. Publix is only market used when traveling with Pine Island Taxi. They do charge $10.00 for pre-packing. Their fax number is 239-458-7822. Call 239-458-8900 to confirm receipt of order. Pine Island Taxi will allow you approximately 15 minutes to pick up additional items. Winn Dixie is closest to the marina. They do not charge to pre-pack your groceries. Their fax number is 239-283-6484. Call 239-283-4404 to confirm receipt of order. This is a great resource when driving or renting a car to get to the marina.

See our sample fax cover sheet. Print out your copy and feel free to use. The more specific you are about brand and quantity, the more accurate your order will be. Typically we call after our fax has been sent just to make sure they have received it.

The Mainland Connection
If you just don't have time to shop or forget something you can't get at the islands convenience stores, Connie Smith of Mainland Connection can shop for you, phone/FAX 239 283-6311, cell 239 410-4277.

The Mainland Connection will deliver groceries to the house and placed in the refrigerator. Their rate is 40% of the order, with a $50 minimum order. Call Connie for grocery delivery today. Your groceries will arrive before you do and you will find them in your frig.

Spirits
Wine and beer can be purchased at the grocery store. They do sell beer and wine on the island as well, however it is very expensive there. Friendly Frankies is the liquor store next to Publix. There number is (239)458-3388.