Paradies Lagardère continues its focus on showcasing iconic local brands with the opening of Keylime Bistro at Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW). The new location delivers the vibrant, laid-back island experience the restaurant is known for, now welcoming travelers inside the airport.
For more than 20 years, Keylime Bistro has been an award-winning fixture of Southwest Florida’s dining scene, celebrated for its colorful tropical atmosphere, live music and deep commitment to community support and local charities. The RSW location brings that authentic, homegrown charm directly to travelers, offering a true taste of the islands before takeoff.
The opening also reflects the resilient spirit of Southwest Florida. The airport debut comes just months after the original Captiva Island Keylime Bistro triumphantly reopened following 971 days of closure due to Hurricane Ian and subsequent storms.
“We’re proud to bring such a meaningful local brand to Southwest Florida International Airport,” said Leigh Allan, Paradies Lagardère’s Senior Vice President of Dining. “Keylime Bistro represents the heart, flavor and perseverance of this region, and now travelers can experience that spirit right at RSW.”
Guests can enjoy a full “vacation in a sip” experience with beach-inspired cuisine and tropical cocktails, including signature dishes like the Crab Cake Benedict, featuring Keylime Bistro’s famous crab cakes topped with zesty key lime hollandaise, and the Captiva Coast Grilled Salmon finished with fresh pineapple salsa. To complement the menu, guests can sip on refreshing cocktails such as the Tropical Mule. The restaurant’s legendary, award-winning Key lime pies, featured in Bon Appétit magazine, are also available—perfect for enjoying at the airport or taking along on the flight home. The new Keylime Bistro enhances RSW’s growing lineup of local dining options, giving travelers a memorable taste of Southwest Florida’s island culture before they leave the region. For more information about dining and retail options at Southwest Florida International Airport, visit flyrsw.com.
