Greek restaurant from Philadelphia to make Florida debut in Naples

A Greek restaurant with three locations, in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, is expanding to Florida for the first time with a debut spot in Naples.

The restaurant, Estia, is expected to open this Thursday, April 17. The 400-seat eatery is at 8990 Fontana Del Sol Way, in the spot that used to be Bokamper’s Sports Bar & Grill, just west of Galleria Shoppes at Vanderbilt. The location, on a pond with water views, includes a wrap-around patio for outdoor dining and was designed by an interior designer who creates homes in Greece, according to a statement. 

"We’re excited to expand to North Naples and share our family recipes and culture with the community," says Gus Pashalis, co-owner of Estia, in the statement. “We want our guests to experience the warmth of Greek hospitality, along with the incredible flavors of the Mediterranean."