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Dry Dock Waterfront Grill, Longboat Key, FL

Dry Dock Waterfront Grill

4.8 (9928)
$31 to $50
Seafood
412 Gulf of Mexico Dr, Longboat Key, FL 34228

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 118 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American
  • Hours of operation
    Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Lunch & Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • 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.
  • Neighborhood
    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 9,928 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

    Seafood

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Best Overall

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Best Ambiance

  • 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 a delightful dining experience with "amazing fresh grouper," "outstanding views," and "excellent service." Situated right on the water, it provides a relaxed, coastal vibe that's perfect for a laid-back lunch or sunset dinner. Don't miss the "crab cakes and grouper sandwich" – they're must-tries!
9,928 Reviews
  1. Pauline

    Tampa / Central Florida West1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We live overseas and Dry Dock was recommended on our previous trip a few months ago. We are now back in town and had to book a table. Food, service all amazing.

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  2. Vera VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area77 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lobster bites always a must. The view clenches it. Service always on point.

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  3. Lee

    Washington, D.C. Area8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First, but definitely not my last visit to Dry Dock. In a word... FANTASTIC! Great service by Andrea and a wonderful lunch on the bay. Love everything about the place and can't wait to go back.

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  4. Ruth

    Tampa / Central Florida West5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Good was very good. Savor Sarasota however was not included - I asked & was told it was the regular menu -so I’m not sure why they said they were participating as we paid full price as per menu .

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  5. Erin VIP

    Central Kentucky1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    One of our favorite places on Longboat Key. Grouper bites a must

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  6. Joan VIP

    Pittsburgh / Western PA6 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    We dined recently to celebrate my husband’s birthday. We chose to be outside on the patio to enjoy being closer to the water. While the sun did impact our table a little, staff did eventually open another umbrella to shield us and another table of guests. Initially, our server was quite attentive, but as the evening progressed, he did not return to the table to check on us and to replenish our water, which was much needed. We would have also ordered another glass of wine each. We finally were able to get our waiter’s attention when I reported that I had found a long, blonde/gray hair in my asparagus as I was actually eating it! I’m a red head. The waiter expressed surprise and informed me that they had no one with long hair working in the kitchen! While that might be true, I was taken aback as the implication seemed to be that it was my own hair or perhaps one I had planted! The manager, who was a young woman in casual attire, was called to the table and expressed same surprise at the hair in my food. At least she offered to bring me a new plate (which I declined since the hair was only in the asparagus- she then offered fresh asparagus. I declined that also as we preferred to end our evening). I asked only for some water for both of us. When the waiter returned to replenish the water, we asked for the bill and a couple of to go boxes. I took my fish, which was certainly perfectly cooked. My husband also took his fish. Ultimately, the response to my finding hair in my food left a bad taste in my mouth and that, coupled with the neglect, especially the need to have water replenished on a hot and humid evening, is why I feel compelled to leave a somewhat negative review. While the food was very good and the view is lovely, I do not know if we will return to the restaurant.

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  7. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Cincinnati / Dayton1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always wonderful with perfect atmosphere, dining, and service.

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  8. Robby

    Key West / Florida Keys1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I went for date night and had a fantastic time! Everything was perfect!

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  9. Ronald VIP

    Tampa / Central Florida West10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful setting on Sarasota Bay; excellent food, friendly service, very pleasant experience!

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  10. John VIP

    Orlando / Central Florida East9 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The only negative I have is the parking situation. It is a long single aisle requiring a multi-point u-turn at the end if there is not an available space. We made the u-turn and parked at the far end of the aisle near the entry up against the bushes. Once in the restaurant, we were quickly seated for our 5:45 pm reservation. We had our choice of inside or outside and chose outside. We were initially seated very close to the water but asked to be relocated one row back due to the sun's glare. This was easily and quickly accommodated. We both ordered red snapper but prepared differently. My wife's fish was grilled and came out a bit overcooked/dry. My fish was very lightly breaded and sautéed. It was excellent and I recommend it. The accompanying redskin potatoes and vegetable were very good. The waiter was superb in accommodating us. I would return but maybe Uber there to avoid the parking situation.

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Dry Dock Waterfront Grill is rated 4.8 stars by 9928 OpenTable diners.

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  3. Tampa / Central Florida West
  4. Sarasota / Bradenton
  5. Longboat Key

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 118 times today
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
  • Neighborhood
    Longboat Key
  • Hours of operation
    Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Lunch & Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • 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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