Historic JT’s Grill & Gallery was established circa 1890 as C.G. Mckinney Store. Mckinney (one of the first modern settlers) was a writer, postmaster, shop owner, farmer and acted as a doctor delivering many of the islands’ children for 50 years.

Mckinney’s Store has evolved since that time, but has remained the meeting place of Chokoloskee. Today we are “the best little out-of-the-way café” in the Everglades. Our menu is a mix of southern style recipes and Caribbean influenced dishes with an emphasis on organics. Our elegantly tropical lunches are served everyday.

JT's gallery showcases local artists from around the state.

Our shelves hold everything from home-made soaps and

sea salt baths to antique window paintings

and hand-crafted fine jewelry. We also keep

a selection of books by Florida authors

and on Florida subjects wider

than any other in the area.

Stop by for lunch, join us for lunch,

or come in to browse or just relax

on our famous front porch.

 

It’s worth the trip.