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Riviera Dunes Dockside Patio Dining - Riviera Dunes Dockside, Palmetto, FL

Riviera Dunes Dockside

4.5 (1015)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
102 Riviera Dunes Way, Palmetto, FL 34221

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Great for scenic views
  • Charming
Beautiful award-winning waterfront restaurant at the Riviera Dunes Marina in Palmetto next to the convention center. Featuring fresh seafood and other creative dishes in a casual setting, often with live music. Varied menu, affordable and with something for everyone.

Indoor and outdoor seating available. Our large patio is on the water at the marina and offers views of beautiful boats and sunsets. In addition to our reservable area is our large outdoor bar space with 1st come, 1st serve seating.

Inside are two dining rooms, including our newly remodeled main dining room, another bar and a reservable "Captains Room" that seats 20 (Call for reservations on this)

We can accommodate groups of most sizes but please call for groups of 8 or more.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Seafood, Caribbean
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Chef Daniel Hernandez
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Palmetto
  • Cross street
    US 41
  • Parking details
    Both complimentary valet and self parking available in our large lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

  • LIVE MUSIC ON THE PATIO - BOOK EARLY!

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM,Wed - Fri - 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM,Sat - 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
    Outside seating is not guaranteed with your reservation so book early! We have 17 tables tables outside we use to fill requests and 9 other first come, first serve tables along with outside bar seating. Featured performers play Wed-Sun from 5:30-8:30 including Eric Von so please book early. Plenty of seating in our 2 indoor dining rooms, bar and banquet room Again - We will always try to accommodate your seating request, but we cannot control how long people stay at tables.

What 1,015 people are saying

Riviera Dunes Dockside 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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Great for brunch

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Hot spot

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Great for scenic views

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Riviera Dunes Dockside offers an enviable blend of "great food and service" with stunning marina views. The ambiance is elevated by live music, described as "fantastic," and the outdoor dining experience is often praised. Though some service and reservation issues arise, the "delicious" food and "friendly" staff make it a favorite spot.
1,015 Reviews
  1. K

    Tampa / Central Florida West1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Was a lovely time and great food will be back again

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  2. Tyler

    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on June 16, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Out of all steak and beer. The draft I did get water almost room temperature. Not great.

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  3. Dina

    Unspecified1 review

    4.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The food tasted excellent, and was well prepared and presented. I did not like a homeless person sitting right outside of the restaurant when we left. The outside seating was less than desired. The grade level of the outside dining is not level, as all tables lean towards the water. Also, There should be fans on during the day when it is humid and not much shade.

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  4. Chagrin

    Cleveland / Akron / Canton6 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    My daughter got the blackened chicken Alfredo, but substituted the chicken for salmon. The pasta was swimming in the Alfredo “sauce”….it was almost like a soup, and the sauce consistency was seemingly a mix of water and milk.  I ordered a blackened grouper sandwich, which was average at best We also had the spinach and crab dip, which was served cold, despite being a warm appetizer. That said, it was a beautiful marine view, so that’s a plus 

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  5. Jason

    Central Kentucky2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was outstanding. Food and service was perfect.

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  6. Elaine

    Tampa / Central Florida West7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our first visit, but not the last. Two family members and my best friend joined me for a girls’ day out beginning with lunch and shopping afterwards. Nancy, our waitress, was attentive without being intrusive. She suggested some menu items and she wasn’t wrong. Two of us had the Seafood Cobb. Neither of us was able to finish the entire salad complete with shrimp and lobster. You can’t go wrong with the fish and chips either. The last choice was the Bowl. We want to thank Nancy for the helpful information about where else to go in the area. The consignment shop was amazing! Finally, thanks to everyone in the kitchen who made the meal so enjoyable.

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  7. Cynthia

    Seattle / Eastern Washington3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were a party of 3 for dinner. Our server was cheerful and took our drink orders within only a few minutes of being seated. She reappeared shortly thereafter to take our meal orders, which arrived within an appropriate wait time and were each delicious and well-proportioned. There was a male/female musician group playing/singing; but not so loud that we couldn't equally enjoy table conversation among ourselves. Riviera Dunes Dockside is one of my all-time favorite dining establishments that overlooks a lovely marina. I highly recommend!

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  8. Deb VIP

    Tampa / Central Florida West6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the food, and the outdoor setting just makes the experience even more memorable.

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  9. Matt

    Chicago / Illinois2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Decent offerings, although some things didn't match the menu description. The Jicama slaw for example was just regular coleslaw. It was tasty but not what we thought we ordered.

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  10. Robert

    Tampa / Central Florida West6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and service at the booth we were sitting at. The furniture and booth were a little dated and need to be upgraded for that type of restaurant, but the food was excellent and the wine pour was amazing.

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FAQs

Riviera Dunes Dockside offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Riviera Dunes Dockside also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 304-3689.

Riviera Dunes Dockside is rated 4.5 stars by 1015 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
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102 Riviera Dunes Way, Palmetto, FL 34221

Additional information

  • Cross street
    US 41
  • Neighborhood
    Palmetto
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Seafood, Caribbean
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Both complimentary valet and self parking available in our large lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Daniel Hernandez
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
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