Best Lunch Restaurants in Longboat Key

36 restaurants available nearby

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1. Dry Dock Waterfront Grill

4.9

Exceptional(9361)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Longboat Key

Booked 179 times today

The Dry Dock Waterfront Grill is a “polished casual” restaurant over looking Sarasota Bay. We are located at the south end of Longboat Key behind the gas station. We are north of St. Armand’s Circle, and minutes from downtown Sarasota. Best known for Local Fresh Grouper and Red Snapper. Enjoy the second story dining area with a panaramic view of the bay, or enjoy dining outdoors on our dockside patio.

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2. Columbia Restaurant - Sarasota

4.8

Exceptional(10583)

Price: Moderate

• Spanish • Sarasota

Booked 142 times today

Family-owned and operated for more than 116 years, Columbia has earned acclaim for its old-world charm and award-winning Spanish/Cuban cuisine. Casual attire is fine, but we don’t allow sleeveless shirts on men in the dining room.Join us for century-old family recipes like Paella "a la Valenciana," Roast Pork "a la Cubana,"and fresh seafood specialties. Don’t miss Columbia’s Original “1905” Salad®, prepared with our delicious, freshly-made dressing, a 100-year-old family recipe of fresh garlic, oregano, wine vinegar and Spanish extra virgin olive oil. Be sure to sample a fine Spanish wine like Montecillo or Campillo. Relax outdoors on our patio, or inside our Mediterranean-style dining rooms filled with hand-painted tiles and family heirlooms. We are a sister to the Columbia in Tampa's Ybor City, founded in 1905. Children's menu available. Open 365 days a year, including all holidays.

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3. the Ringling Grillroom

4.7

Exceptional(993)

Price: Moderate

• American • Sarasota

Booked 26 times today

The Ringling Grillroom is a Modern American restaurant and a favorite go-to for special occasions and casual lunch get-togethers alike. Located on the ground floor of the McKay Visitor's Pavilion at the John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, we are open to visitors of the museum as well as the general public. Indoor and outdoor seating is available.

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4. Duval's Fresh. Local. Seafood.

4.7

Exceptional(5506)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Sarasota

Booked 38 times today

We are an eclectic eatery with a passion for stunning seafood, superb service, fine wine, and creative cocktails.We are committed to serving only the freshest dishes to our guests. We receive fresh fish daily from our local suppliers and filet everything in house to ensure the best possible quality.Together with our unique menu, our focus on excellent service allows us to deliver a one-of-a-kind dining experience in downtown Sarasota. Every menu item is prepared to order to allow for customization and personalization of each dish and to ensure you are getting the freshest possible meal.Voted Sarasota's Best by Herald Tribune Readers:Best All-Around Restaurant (2019-2023)Best Seafood Restaurant (2016-2023)Best Sandwich for our renowned Po' Boy (2016-2022)Best Lunch (2020-2022)Thank you, Sarasota!For parties of 8 or more, a gratuity of 18% will be added to the check.

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5. The Rosemary & Thyme

4.9

Exceptional(4475)

Price: Expensive

• American • Sarasota

Booked 42 times today

Welcome to Rosemary & Thyme! Downtown Sarasota American Bistro serving traditional and contemporary dishes with an emphasis on healthy options. Savor made-from-scratch selections for breakfast, lunch and dinner prepared with fresh ingredients from regional farms.

6. PIER 22

4.7

Exceptional(5993)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Bradenton

Booked 74 times today

PIER 22 is Bradenton's historic waterfront destination. For over four decades, our restaurant has been the go-to spot for fine dining, stunning Manatee River views, and a modern and classic menu that will leave a lasting impression. We take pride in our from-scratch approach to cooking and believe that cuisine is an art form that should be shared with our guests. Our skilled chefs craft every dish with passion and elegance, ensuring each plate is bursting with rich, indulgent flavors.Indulge in our menu favorites like the Jumbo Lobster Tail, Pork Osso Bucco, and Prime Rib, all of which are sure to satisfy your cravings. Whether you're joining us for a special occasion or a night out with friends, we promise a memorable dining experience that will leave you wanting more.Join us for a taste of excellence and indulge in our award-winning cuisine, served with breathtaking views of the Manatee River.

7. Boca - Sarasota

4.1

Excellent(1603)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Sarasota

Booked 70 times today

With a cozy vibe, food you crave, and heartfelt hospitality, Boca is your kind of place - an everyday upscale restaurant where you can be yourself and enjoy great fresh seasonal creations while we work thoughtfully to make even the most simple moments extraordinary. With a fresh and seasonal approach to the classics, Boca is the food you love handcrafted with the freshest ingredients into dishes you will crave. Like the food, our Market Fresh cocktails are thoughtful, luscious, and handcrafted featuring house-infused spirits and fresh ingredients. Join us for Weekend Brunch and Bottomless Mimosas, Lunch on the Avenue or Dinner with friends that feel like family.

8. Marina Jack

4.5

Awesome(1524)

Price: Moderate

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Sarasota

Booked 29 times today

From patio self seating to fine dining upstairs, Marina Jack offers a variety of options for the best of watefront dining. The Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill features your way to dine al fresco in a family friendly environment while enjoying your favorite tropical beverage. The Patio menu features a variety of Appetizers, Salads, Soups and Sandwiches. The Deep Six Lounge & Piano Bar features your favorite casual setting. Located on the second floor of Marina Jack, The Dining Room has an award winning wine list and an exceptional menu featuring the finest steaks, seafood and pasta. Relax and enjoy your dining experience overlooking the inter-coastal waterway of Sarasota. No formal dress code is required. Come and let our professional staff make your experience exceptional! There is Live entertainment 7 days week in the evening, times vary.

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9. Wink Wink Food and Drink

4.5

Awesome(206)

Price: Expensive

• American • Sarasota

Booked 11 times today

At Wink Wink Food & Drink, we're inspired by the classic food and atmosphere of the 50s and 60s, like the chic supper clubs and breezy Tiki bars, but we serve it all up with a fun, modern twist. Our chef blends local ingredients and flavors to reinvent old favorites, offering dishes that are both a nod to the past and a taste of the contemporary.In our lounge and pool bar, you'll discover a thoughtful selection of classic cocktails, each with a playful name that perfectly reflects our easygoing vibe. This blend of past and present creates an ideal setting for everyone – families, friends, and anyone in between – to come together and enjoy the moment.We're dedicated to ensuring the quality and creativity of our cuisine and drinks--we take them seriously so you don't have to.

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10. Chart House Restaurant - Longboat Key

4.5

Awesome(6750)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Longboat Key

Booked 48 times today

Chart House is a fine dining restaurant serving seafood & steak and famous for their spectacular views. For more than 50 years, Chart House has redefined the ideal dining experience. With 27 waterfront and showcase locations ranging from the historic to the unforgettable, Chart House restaurants specialize in dazzling views, unique cuisine and exceptional service. From fresh fish specialties to slow-roasted prime rib, the renowned chefs of Chart House have tailored a menu that adds a unique touch to local flavors. And the Chart House happy hour is a guest favorite, where guest favor our signature cocktails and delicious bites you are sure to enjoy. Our original Hot Chocolate Lava Cake is the perfect end to a memorable dining experience at Chart House. Chart House offers the ideal setting for your next event. We would be happy to assist you with all the details of your special occasion.

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NancyVIP
Pittsburgh / Western PA •166 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The restaurant is in a great location within the actual museum grounds. The day was pleasant so I sat outside. The Tomato and Buratta Salad was delicious! Service was great. Wonderful spot for lunch.
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the Ringling GrillroomPrice: Moderate• American• Sarasota
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4.7
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Lori
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Excellent food and service. Salmon and swordfish were terrific. Our waiter was extremely attentive. A little pricey but what isn’t these days?
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Duval's Fresh. Local. Seafood.Price: Expensive• Seafood• Sarasota
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4.7
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MichaelVIP
Philadelphia County •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Food was wonderful and wait staff accommodated solutions to any issues that arose. Old school app and entree choices, as they seem to be disappearing from most menus...which is a refreshing plus. They seen to have alot of regulars and return customers. Will probably use their corkage policy to due my food pairing with older wines. Warm and cozy with well lit dining spaces, as well. Quite happy overall.
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The Rosemary & ThymePrice: Expensive• American• Sarasota
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4.9
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Jacklyn
Detroit / Eastern Michigan •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The Columbia restaurant is always a winner! We had a fabulous meal and Jack was an exceptional waiter. We love the food, the atmosphere and the value. My husband always starts with the exceptional black bean soup, I had the empanadas yum! We both had Grouper. Rounded out our meal with key lime pie ( a generous slice) and the tres amigos churros, delicious 😋 we highly recommend and we will be back!
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Columbia Restaurant - SarasotaPrice: Moderate• Spanish• Sarasota
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4.8
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James
New York City •225 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Incredible dinner! Grouper bites and Category 5 shrimp appetizers were as good as it gets. The delicious fishcamp chowder is almost a meal in itself. Finally, the lobster tacos also were great. I apologize f this sounds like I own the place. My wife and I are three times a year customers who simply love this place.
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Dry Dock Waterfront GrillPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Longboat Key
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4.9

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36 restaurants available nearby

1. Dry Dock Waterfront Grill

2. Columbia Restaurant - Sarasota

3. the Ringling Grillroom

4. Duval's Fresh. Local. Seafood.

5. The Rosemary & Thyme

6. PIER 22

7. Boca - Sarasota

8. Marina Jack

9. Wink Wink Food and Drink

10. Chart House Restaurant - Longboat Key

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