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Dry Dock Waterfront Grill, Longboat Key, FL

Dry Dock Waterfront Grill

4.8
4.8
9769 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood
412 Gulf of Mexico Dr, Longboat Key, FL 34228

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19:00
Booked 130 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Neighbourhood gem
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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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Fri, Sat 11:00–22:00 Lunch & Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00–21:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Hector Torres
  • Catering
    Not Available
  • Private party facilities
    Private Parties Not Available. We only take reservations for parties of 8 and under only. We do not take reservations for parties of 9 or greater.
  • Area
    Longboat Key
  • Cross Street
    412 Gulf of Mexico Drive
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Entertainment
    N/A
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 9,769 people are saying

Dry Dock Waterfront Grill reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Tampa / Central Florida West

    Great for scenic views

  • Tampa / Central Florida West

    Seafood

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Best Overall

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Best Ambience

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Great for scenic views

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Seafood

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Dry Dock Waterfront Grill offers "wonderful food," "top-notch service," and "beautiful Bay view." Known for its "amazing fresh grouper," "lobster bisque," and "coconut shrimp," it's a "favorite place" for many. The "relaxed, coastal vibe" and "spectacular views" create an ideal setting for a "laid-back lunch" or "sunset dinner."
9,769 Reviews
  1. Stephen

    Orlando3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a reservation at another restaurant and then Dry Dock was recommended and we had a very enjoyable time and dinner. Our server Sherry was pleasant and very attentive to our needs. The fact that is was a gorgeous day and we had a great spot on the deck overlooking the Gulf added to the ambiance. It was my wife's a birthday and this was the perfect spot to celebrate. I would recommend Dry Dock.

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  2. Nora VIP

    Chicago28 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Everyone knows this is the most delicious restaurant with the best views.

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  3. Greg

    Tampa49 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another great meal and dining experience!!! Excellent place.

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  4. Randi

    Minneapolis2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    It felt touristy and didn’t taste fresh. It would be nice if they put down a couple umbrellas and let a little sun on the patio.. decent but not worth the money

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  5. Kieran VIP

    Chicago65 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another wonderful experience! Our server Shawn was great. Windy outside but cannot beat the view. We will be back next trip!

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  6. Brad

    Grand Rapids3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place! Always make it a stop when in town! Get the seafood pasta!

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  7. TRACY

    Tampa1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was outstanding… from the atmosphere, to the delicious food, to the waitress. This was an excellent experience!

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  8. Barry VIP

    Southwest Florida14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is our favorite dining choice that we frequent often and have done so since 1996. The food offerings are great, the views are magnificent and the service is top notch. During our most recent visit, Kari was outstanding as usual.

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  9. suzan VIP

    Southwest Florida46 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This restaurant is most appealing! The scenic views, the space between the tables, the service, and THE FOOD! Everyone who works there tries to accommodate the customer's wishes. It all adds up to an extremely pleasant experience, as evidenced by the number of habitual returnees! You can't go wrong!

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  10. cathie

    Washington DC1 review

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Views are great, staff is very friendly. Food has been better in the past, our meals sat in the kitchen before being delivered. Get the lobster bisque, it’s amazing!

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Google Map for Dry Dock Waterfront Grill

412 Gulf of Mexico Dr, Longboat Key, FL 34228

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    412 Gulf of Mexico Drive
  • Area
    Longboat Key
  • Hours of Operation
    Fri, Sat 11:00–22:00 Lunch & Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00–21:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Hector Torres
  • Entertainment
    N/A
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Not Available
  • Private party facilities
    Private Parties Not Available. We only take reservations for parties of 8 and under only. We do not take reservations for parties of 9 or greater.
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