The Island Cow

04/05/2024

Exciting Island Update! 🌴🐄 The wait is over – The Magic Bus and Wickie's have officially opened their doors on Sanibel! Come join us and be part of the buzz as we celebrate these new ventures while eagerly anticipating the return of our beloved Island Cow. 🚌🍔

Wickie's is open breakfast, lunch and dinner with hand crafted cocktails 8am to 9pm every day and The Magic Bus is open 8am to 9pm daily.

10/12/2023

10/12/2023

Winner Winner, Chicken Dinner!

We're honored to be named one of the Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice for 2023. Though the last 14 months have been challenging, we feel the love and support from our loyal community of fans. We're looking forward to all that is coming for The Island Cow!

09/28/2023

One year ago today, Hurricane Ian changed everything for . We're amazed by the strength, unity and resilience our community has shown throughout this journey. Our hearts go out to those who are still on the path to recovery, and we want you to know that we're right there with you, every step of the way. ❤

09/25/2023

Island Cow fans, this one's for you!

We're thrilled to share the renderings of the restaurant. What are you most looking forward to with our return? Share your answer with us in the comments below! ⬇️

09/18/2023

Plans for the new Island Cow (and more) are underway!

We're excited about some great new additions we'll be building on 2.5 acres of property behind the restaurant site. We're planning to add seven Key West inspired rentals! Check out the rendering of these colorful cottages with tin roofs in the heart of Sanibel... just a short walk to the Island Cow for dining. We decided if we’re going to make a mess bringing in the construction equipment for the restaurant, we might as well go all out and add more accommodations for visitors to the community. As they say, "Go big or go home!" We look forward to you all dining with us again and staying on Sanibel, Island Cow style!

09/14/2023

Good times ahead! You can start following the Magic Bus on Sanibel for updates and questions.

A partnership between the owners of The Island Cow and The Mad Hatter Restaurant, Wickie’s Lighthouse Restaurant and The Magic Bus Caffeine & Creamery are both currently being built on Sanibel by longtime island restaurateurs Brian and Elke Podlasek and Max and Bridget Kolshak. With plans for open...

09/13/2023

Moo News! Announcing our next adventure while we await the beloved cow homecoming.
https://santivachronicle.com/news/owners-of-island-cow-mad-hatter-opening-two-new-eateries/

09/30/2022

Our hearts go out to our beloved Southwest Florida community. The devastation and loss is unimaginable. But we are strong and resilient, and together we can accomplish so much.

If you or a loved one is in need, call 2-1-1 for support from the United Way of Lee, Hendy and Glades counties.

09/16/2022

On Sept. 24, Fort Myers Brewing Company will be releasing a limited-edition Moo Crew Brew to and support the staff of The Island Cow! All proceeds from the limited-edition beer – available in six-packs for $12 – will go directly to benefit our amazing staff. The launch event will run noon to 11 p.m. and also feature a live performance at 7 p.m. by Ben Clifford and food from Cuban Connection and Vesuvius Wood Fired Pizza. We hope to see you there! https://fb.me/e/5NjbipuxA

09/12/2022

Our staff is over the moooo-n with gratitude for the community's generosity to while we rebuild our restaurant. Here are just some of their words of appreciation.

Every contribution goes a long way to support our staff and there's still an opportunity to give. If you'd like to make a tax-deductible donation, visit https://donorbox.org/helptheherd