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A photo of Dry Dock Waterfront Grill restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(9300)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Longboat Key
Booked 78 times today
The Dry Dock Waterfront Grill is a seafood restaurant with an amazing waterfront location. Many reviews mention the restaurant's stunning views, with one review stating, 'Beautiful waterfront setting.' Another review highlights the 'panoramic view of the bay' from the second-story dining area. The outdoor dockside patio is also a favorite among guests. The restaurant is definitely a great spot for those who enjoy dining with water views.
A photo of Tripletail Seafood & Spirits restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2142)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Sarasota
Booked 17 times today
FRESH SEAFOOD | SMOOTH SPIRITS | EXCEPTIONAL HOSPITALITYTripletail Seafood & Spirits offers a unique dining experience with a casual atmosphere and an elevated menu. An upscale nautical theme adorned with local artwork, creating an inviting atmosphere for guests to enjoy. Known for our fresh and sustainable seafood, Tripletail offers a menu that highlights the flavors of the Gulf of Mexico. To complement the exquisite seafood offerings, Tripletail is highly acclaimed for our inventive cocktails. The Smoked Old Fashion is a must try!Daily happy hour from 3 to 6 pm, offering discounted wine, house drinks, appetizers, and beer. The restaurant also accommodates all dietary needs, ensuring that every guest can enjoy a delicious meal tailored to their preferences.Overall, Tripletail Seafood & Spirits is a must-visit destination for those seeking a memorable dining experience that combines fresh seafood, innovative cocktails, and attentive service in a chic and welcoming atmosphere.
A photo of Ocean Prime - Sarasota restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(43)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Sarasota
Booked 78 times today
Opening December 21, 2024, Ocean Prime is a nationally acclaimed, dynamic seafood & steakhouse from the award-winning Cameron Mitchell Restaurants located in the The Quay Sarasota. Ocean Prime delivers an elevated experience with exceptional ambiance, a chef-curated menu, signature handcrafted cocktails, Wine Spectator honored wine list and genuine hospitality. Reservations are recommended. Ocean Prime strives to provide an elegant, fine dining atmosphere. Our associates’ priority is to ensure your experience is memorable. We ask that our guests choose attire that is both polished and suited to our restaurant. THANK YOU FOR NOT WEARING: Clothing emitting excessive marijuana odor, excessively revealing clothing or exposed undergarments, or clothing with offensive language or graphics. Admittance to Ocean Prime is at the discretion of management who reserves the right to refuse service to patrons who are inappropriately dressed.
A photo of Marina Jack restaurant
4.5
Awesome(1508)
Price: Moderate
• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Sarasota
Booked 20 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.
A photo of Chart House Restaurant - Longboat Key restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(6706)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Longboat Key
Booked 41 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.
A photo of Ophelia's on the Bay restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(6260)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Siesta Key
Booked 23 times today
Ophelia's on the Bay is one of Sarasota’s premier fine dining waterfront restaurants. Enjoy beautiful vistas of Little Sarasota Bay, from the floor-to-ceiling windows that line the dining room. Or join us for al fresco dining on our open-air patio, as the dolphins and manatee swim by. Winner of many awards both locally and nationally, including an Excellence rating from Zagat as well as being listed as the number one restaurant in America in Power and Motoryacht Magazine for dock and dine. Ophelia's on the Bay has also been voted most romantic, best waterfront and best restaurant with a view by its loyal customers. The menu changes nightly using fresh and seasonal ingredients, fresh fish flown in from all over the world and specialty meats. There is certainly something for every palate! We feature an extensive wine list, specialty martinis, as well as a full bar. Family owned and operated for over 22 years, we have an experienced staff that prides itself on exemplary service.
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  • SandraVIP
    Tampa / Central Florida West •121 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Tripletail is hands down the best seafood restaurant in Sarasota. I should add that one of friends had the medallions of steak and was very pleased. The other three of us had the scallop special which had 8 scallops on delicious rice with a citrus sauce of some kind. Just delicious and we couldn’t eat it all and all three took a few home. We came to Tripletail last Christmas Eve and will come next year that’s how much we like it. We send out an extra thank you to Matt our wonderful server. We ask for him special.
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    Tripletail Seafood & SpiritsPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Sarasota
    4.8
  • KennethVIP
    Tampa / Central Florida West •25 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    The Chart House holiday menu and experience just cannot be topped. The chefs are amazing and or server, Shane, is the best we have had anywhere.
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    Chart House Restaurant - Longboat KeyPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Longboat Key
    4.6
  • DarleneVIP
    Tampa / Central Florida West •59 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Excellent restaurant!! We truly enjoyed our meals there. The cocktails were great. The Maple Bourbon Glazed Pork Chop was delicious! Cooked exactly how I like it and was hot when it arrived to my table (which is important to me). The sides - garlic potatoes and green beans were delicious. Rolls were great. Most of all our server was fantastic!! Thank you Gabbie for treating us with the utmost respect and being top notch. We truly appreciated your excellence in serving. The atmosphere was simple, yet amazing with excellent views.
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    Marina JackPrice: Moderate• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service• Sarasota
    4.5
  • Edward
    Tampa / Central Florida West •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Great lunch and dinning experience. Waterfront with dolphins seen, right on cue. Food was great and so was service.
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    Dry Dock Waterfront GrillPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Longboat Key
    4.9
  • Renee
    Tampa / Central Florida West •45 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    This restaurant has been open 3 days but it runs smoothly. We sat outside on the upper deck and had a lovely view of a courtyard, surrounded by high rise condos, and a large canal that opened out onto the Sarasota Bay. I had the 8 oz filet mignon (extremely tender and flavorful). My husband had the blackened snapper and found it delicious as well. Everything we ordered was excellent (wedge salad, onion soup, whipped potatoes and chocolate peanut butter pie with Ethiopian French press coffee). My. Old Fashioned was very good as well. My husband ordered a non-alcoholic beer which they had run out of but someone ran to the store and got him one without delay. Brendan was our waiter and he couldn't have been more attentive. All the staff was top-notch. We will be back, especially when we have guests who are steak lovers!
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    Ocean Prime - SarasotaPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Sarasota
    4.8
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