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Crow's Nest Restaurant, Tavern & Marina, Venice, FL

Crow's Nest Restaurant, Tavern & Marina

4.8 (3947)
$31 to $50
Seafood
1968 Tarpon Center Drive, Venice, FL 34285

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 34 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
The Crow’s Nest Restaurant, Tavern and Marina has been serving the Venice, FL community since 1976. With the freshest seafood and most flavorful dishes, the Crow’s Nest strives to prides itself on providing 5-star experiences for their guests each and every time they visit.

The upstairs dining room provides a fine dining experience with a fantastic view of the water for lunch or dinner. The wood-paneled and cozy tavern downstairs serves for a more casual experience and is open all day.
Both dining areas do not allow pets-Service Animals only!

You can also enjoy their full-service marina, offering overnight dockage, gas and diesel pumps, and all the supplies you need for a day or week on the water. You can also rent their one or two person kayaks, bicycles and more!
Whatever experience you choose, you’ll be sure to enjoy a 5-star experience! Stay up to date on their specials and promotions by joining their email list at CrowsNest-Venice.com!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steakhouse, American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–8:30 pm Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:30 pm Dinner Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (941) 484-9551
  • Website
    http://www.crowsnest-venice.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Brent Austin
  • Private party facilities
    Private parties up to 15 people are welcome in our wine-themed Private Dining Room. Minimum charges apply and gratuity will be included.
  • Location
    1968 Tarpon Center Drive, Venice, FL 34285
  • Neighborhood
    Venice
  • Cross street
    Down the road from the South Jetty <br />-Service animals only
  • Parking details
    Overflow parking available nearby at The South Jetty. We have a shuttle running when parking lot is full. Give us a call at 941.484.9551 if you need picked up from the South Jetty.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Crow's Nest Restaurant, Tavern & Marina's menu was last updated on 2/2/2022.

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What 3,947 people are saying

Crow's Nest Restaurant, Tavern & Marina 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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Tampa / Central Florida West

    Seafood

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Best Service

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Great for scenic views

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Crow's Nest Restaurant, Tavern & Marina offers "superb service" and "exceptional food" in a "lovely ambiance" with "spectacular views" of the water. Diners praise the "generous portions" and "impeccable" service, highlighting standout dishes like calamari, escargot, and seafood bouillabaisse. It's an "unforgettable experience" and a favorite spot in Venice.

3,947 Reviews

  1. Tracey

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went for dinner and the food was very good, the view of the sun setting was amazing, and our server, Shelley, was outstanding! She is a true professional with such a great personality! Order the seared tuna as an appetizer and my boyfriend loved the Groper stack.

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  2. paul VIP

    Tampa76 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Both entrees were fabulous. Bouillabaisse and Coconut shrimp and grouper. Portions were quite generous and we had take home for lunch. Service , by Janelle S , was great.

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  3. Bob

    Tampa1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great overall experience. Good menu, good food and good service.

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  4. Robert and Shannon

    Tampa2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great experience! Excellent food and wait staff. We got engaged here and Always have our anniversary dinner here as well as other visits throughout the year. Best view you will get anywhere. Great place to enjoy stone crab during season. Having dinner at the Crow's Nest is like eating with friends and family!

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  5. Kim

    Philadelphia1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food, views, and waterside vibe.....great experience, excellent/friendly service!!

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  6. Dodie

    Philadelphia12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nick awesome server Great food and location and view

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  7. Gary

    Chicago4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious from appetizer to dessert. The service was exceptional. The restaurant location provides exceptional views of the gulf. And above all the professional staff makes you feel special.

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  8. Nancy

    Tampa1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and great service by Brittney. The food took just a few minutes from time we ordered to the time we received our meals.

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  9. Christi

    Hawaii3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great experience. Great service, great ambiance, great food!

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  10. Cathy

    Denver58 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Four of us had lunch and sat outside. Ordered poke special, chicken panko salad, clam chowder, Cobb salad, and crab cake. All were cooked to perfection and delicious.

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FAQs

Crow's Nest Restaurant, Tavern & Marina does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Crow's Nest Restaurant, Tavern & Marina also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 484-9551.

Crow's Nest Restaurant, Tavern & Marina is rated 4.8 stars by 3947 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  2. United States
  3. Tampa / Central Florida West
  4. Sarasota / Bradenton
  5. Venice

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 34 times today
Google Map for Crow's Nest Restaurant, Tavern & Marina

1968 Tarpon Center Drive, Venice, FL 34285

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Down the road from the South Jetty <br />-Service animals only
  • Neighborhood
    Venice
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–8:30 pm Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:30 pm Dinner Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steakhouse, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Overflow parking available nearby at The South Jetty. We have a shuttle running when parking lot is full. Give us a call at 941.484.9551 if you need picked up from the South Jetty.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Brent Austin
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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