Gateway Quick Mart

Gateway Quick Mart is the kind of corner store in Fort Myers that people fold into their daily routine without thinking twice. Locals swing by for a quick drink, a snack, and whatever else they need in one stop, and the word around town is that you tend to walk out with something you weren't expecting. As one regular put it, they always find something new every visit.

The Krispy Krunchy Chicken is the thing people can't stop talking about. Ask anyone who shops here and the chicken comes up fast, with a few folks swearing they like it more than the big chain spots. There's hot pizza and cold craft beer too, so it pulls double duty as a food stop as much as a mart.

The catch we've heard is that the fried chicken selection has shifted over time, and people miss what used to be on the counter, so it's worth asking what's being served that day. Beyond the food, this is a spot where you'll find the everyday essentials plus a good spread of unique odds and ends, and people say the prices tend to run lower than the nearby chain stores. If they don't have what you're after, the team will often track it down for you, which regulars appreciate.

Service is generally quick and friendly, though a couple of folks have grumbled about a rough interaction, so mileage can vary on a busy afternoon. For a fast, easy pickup close to home in Fort Myers, Gateway Quick Mart earns its steady following. Stop in, grab your drink and a snack, and see what new thing catches your eye.