Dry Dock Waterfront Grill

Name: Dry Dock Waterfront Grill
Address: 412 Gulf of Mexico Dr, Longboat Key, FL, United States, 34228
Telephone: (941) 383-0102
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8

6685 Reviews

$31 to $50

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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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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 6, 2022

10:00 PM

Booked 125 times today

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
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
(941) 383-0102
Website
http://drydockwaterfrontgrill.com/
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.

Location
412 Gulf of Mexico Dr, Longboat Key, FL 34228
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

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Popular dishes

Grouper Bites$22.00
crispy Florida Gulf grouper bites served with our sweet chili sauce
Crispy Calamari$18.00
served with sweet chili & tomato basil sauce
Coconut Shrimp$18.00
served with our pina colada sauce
Lobster Bites$22.00
Fried Maine Lobster tail served with our pina colada sauce
Bacon-Wrapped Scallops$22.00
crispy sea scallops & bacon drizzled with maple syrup
Peel & Eat Shrimp$20.00
Large chilled domestic shrimp
Prince Edward Islands Mussels$18.00
citrus butter sauce, onions & tomatoes
Oysters Raw$16.00
per 1/2 dozen
Oysters Rockefeller$20.00
per 1/2 dozen with spinach, bacon & parmesan cheese

SOUPS

Seafood Chowder$9.00
cream-base, with grouper, clams, celery, onions & potatoes
Fishcamp Chowder$9.00
tomato-base, with grouper,clams, clelery, onions & potatoes
Lobster Bisque$9.00
Light & Creamy

Salads

Small / Large

Garden$6.00
romaine lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber & carrots
Caesar$6.00
romaine lettuce, parmesan cheese & croutons
Spinach$7.00
strawberries, glazed pecans & dried cranberries

Salads

Dressings: Ranch, Bleu Cheese, Honey-Mustard, Balsamic Vinaigrette, Raspberry Vinaigrette, Oil & Vinegar. Proteins Prepared: Grilled, Blackened, Fried

Garden, Caesar or Spinach Salad
- Chicken$18.00
- Shrimp$21.00
- Lobster Mix$35.00
- Grouper$29.00
- Red Snapper$30.00
- Salmon$23.00
Longboat Key Salad$20.00
grilled chicken, feta, grapes, dried cranberries & glazed pecans
Coconut Shrimp Salad$24.00
Pineapple, strawberries, dried cranberries, glazed pecans. Served with our pina colada dressing

Sandwiches

Sandwiches Served With French Fries or Cole Slaw.

Lobster Roll Combo$28.00
one lobster roll with lobster bisque
Fish n Chips Plate$21.00
Atlantic haddock served with french fries & cole slaw
Florida Grouper$27.00
Florida Gulf red grouper on brioche bun
Red Snapper$28.00
Florida Gulf red snapper on brioche bun
Salmon$21.00
farm-raised salmon on brioche bun
Lobster Rolls$35.00
Two lobster rolls mixed with celery, onion, lettuce, tomato & mayo. Served on buttered New England frankfurter split rolls
Steak$25.00
sautéed onions & monterey jack cheese (Pink or No Pink)
Boathouse Burger$15.00
½ lb. USDA choice angus chuck on brioche bun
ButterBurger$19.00
Cooked with garlic butter and with Bacon, Cheddar, Jack, Lettuce, Tomato & Bacon Jam
Chicken$15.00
large fresh chicken breast on brioche bun
Chicken Caprese$19.00
grilled with fresh mozzarella, spinach & tomatoes on focaccia
Caprese$12.00
fresh mozzarella, spinach & tomatoes on focacia
Club$15.00
turkey, ham, jack, cheddar, bacon, lettuce, tomato & mayo (LUNCH ONLY)

Entrees

Dinner Entrees Served With Salad Starch Vegetable

Fish

Fresh Fish Prepared Grilled, Blackened, Fried

Florida Grouper$38.00
Gulf red grouper
Red Snapper$39.00
Gulf red snapper
Salmon$32.00
farm-raised
Chilean Sea Bass$45.00
a flaky delicacy
Citrus Grouper$39.00
breaded & sautéed with our citrus cream sauce
Bourbon Glazed Salmon$34.00
Grilled farm-raised salmon topped with bourbon glaze

Seafood

Maine Lobster Tails$49.00
Two lobster tails
Shrimp$29.00
large domestic shrimp
Sea Scallops$37.00
North Atlantic sea scallops
Crab Cakes$49.00
Two crab cakes
Coconut Shrimp$34.00
Large Domestic Shrimp

Seafood Combinations

Shrimp & Sea Scallops Prepared Grilled, Blackened, Fried

Lobster Tail & Crab Cake$49.00
One lobster tail & one Crab Cake
Shrimp & Sea Scallops$33.00
large domestic shrimp & sea scallops
Lobster Tail or Crab Cake with Shrimp$42.00
One Lobster Maine Tail or One Crab Cake with Shrimp
Lobster Tail or Crab Cake with Scallops$47.00
One Maine Lobster Tail or One Crab Cake & Scallops
Lobster Tail or Crab Cake with Bacon Wrapped Scallops$49.00
One Maine Lobster Tail or One Crab Cake & Bacon Wrapped Scallops
Lobster Tail or Crab Cake with Coconut Shrimp$45.00
One Maine Lobster Tail or One Crab Cake & Coconut Shrimp

Land

Steaks Seasoning

Chicken Dinner$22.00
Choice of topping: Tuscan Cream, Tomato Basil or Marsala
Bayside Chicken$24.00
Lemon butter, sautéed spinach & goat cheese
Filet Mignon$50.00
8oz. Premium Sterling Silver center cut Filet
Ribeye$52.00
14oz. Premium Sterling Silver center cut Ribeye

Add-Ons

Add - 1 Maine Lobster Tails$22.00
one Maine lobster tail
Add - 1 Crab Cake$22.00
one Crab Cake
Add - 3 Coconut Shrimp$11.00
three coconut shrimp
Add - 3 Bacon Wrapped Scallops$14.00
three bacon wrapped scallops

Boathouse Tacos

Two soft flour tortillas, with lettuce, tomatoes, onions & cilantro vinaigrette. Tacos Served With Yellow rice & Black Beans

Florida Grouper$27.00
grilled, blackened or fried
Shrimp$16.00
seasoned shrimp
Lobster$27.00
fried Maine lobster

Pasta

Pasta entrees: Served on Linguini with your choice of our Housemade Sauces.

Seafood Linguine$33.00
Sautéed Lobster, scallops & shrimp
Linguini with Clams$21.00
chopped clams with wine & garlic or tomato basil sauce
Chicken$18.00
large grilled chicken breast
Shrimp$21.00
sautéed large domestic shrimp
Sea Scallops$26.00
sautéed North Atlantic sea scallops
Florida Grouper$29.00
Florida Gulf Grouper
Red Snapper$30.00
Florida Gulf red snapper
Salmon$23.00
farm-raised

Sauces

Wine & Garlic
white sauce made with white wine, garlic, butter & lemon juice
Tomato Basil
red sauce made with tomato, white wine, basil, garlic, butter
Tuscan Cream
made with sun-dried tomato, garlic, parmesan cheese, spinach & cream

Kids Menu

Kids Served with French Fries. Kids Substitute Fruit $3

Chicken Tenders$8.00
grilled or fried
Grouper Bites$15.00
crispy Florida Gulf grouper
Kid Cheese Burger$8.00
choice angus chuck with American cheese
Grilled Cheese$8.00
made with American cheese
Jumbo Hot Dog$8.00
All beef hot dog served on a New England frankfurter split roll.

What 6,685 people are saying

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

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RFLongboatDecinFL22
San Diego
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall2food2service3ambience2
Red tide and poor food were the problems. Not worth the time and expense
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
Blackened grouper sandwich was delicious. Our server, Nicole, was very attentive & friendly even though she was super busy. One of our favorite restaurants!
BW
BillW
Nashville
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely Amazing Food and Service. A definite go to for fresh Grouper and Snapper.
EB
EllenB
San Francisco
24 reviews
vip
5.0
24 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
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OpenTable Diner
Oklahoma City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
A very nice dining experience.
JV
JohnV
Tampa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was our second visit and yes we have made reservations for New years Eve here too. I raved in my first review and it still stands this place has the highest standards i have seen in years. I would class it as a white Tablecloth venue. However with a comfortable casual atmosphere. I have many years experience in Food and Beverage management and I was impressed by everything. You can even dock your boat here and eat at the outside Patio or the inside upstairs dining room. We watched the Sailboat Regatta go by as we ate.
JT
JerzTarheel
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall4food5service5ambience3
Service by Steve was excellent. The food was very good to excellent. The place is right on the bay and very nice, but unfortunately, the recent red tide fish kill presented the waterfront with lots and lots of dead fish. I will definitely come here again though because it's a really nice restaurant in a great location.
CS
CSCS
Dallas
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We sat on the patio for lunch. The view was wonderful and the breeze felt great. Our waiter was friendly and attentive. We both started with lobster bisque - rich and filled with chunky bits of lobster. We would have liked to lick the bowls. Our entrees were shrimp taco and fried grouper taco. Both were very fresh and flavorful. The accompanying rice and beans were well seasoned. We would definitely come back here on another trip to the island.
BM
BruceM
New England
35 reviews
vip
5.0
35 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent as always. Keep on going back, of course.
P
Pamela
Tampa
67 reviews
vip
5.0
67 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always an amazing view & delicious food!
CL
CharleyandLiz
St. Louis
289 reviews
vip
5.0
289 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Kate, our server was absolutely wonderful!! And the food was fabulous!! And the view was terrific!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall4food3service4ambience4
Met up w/friends we see once a year.
TH
TomH
Philadelphia
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The scallops with bacon were absolutely delicious. Best I have ever tasted. Would go back again no doubt!
GB
GerryB
Chicago
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
Highly recommend the blackened red snapper and the crab cakes
MF
MatthewF
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Local Long Boat key Gems! This is The best waterfront restaurant in greater Sarasota and Tampa St Pete area Truly exceptional food service fun
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michaelc
Edinburgh
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall4food4service5ambience5
Great venue, good solid food with lots of fish options, wine list very short and uninspiring.
J
Jp515
Naples
62 reviews
vip
5.0
62 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We are locals and try as we might, can rarely get into DD. For whatever reason, I lucked in today and found a reservation time that worked. Our meals were jdelicious and our server, Rachel, was so accommodating, and fun! Hopefully we won't have to wait too long to get in again! DF should keep space for us locals to help support the restaurant instead of pandering to the influx of tourists Who all seem to know about this gem!
T
Tammy
Orlando
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Dry Dock is a “must do” every time we are in the area. Service is always top notch and everything we’ve ordered us exceptional! Highly recommend the seafood chowder and the bacon wrapped scallops!
JK
JamesK
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a table on the inside 2nd floor with a wonderful water view. As an added bonus, 2 dolphins appeared by the dock and gave us all a show. Food was excellent and served in a timely manner. Our server, Audi, was very pleasant and offered meal suggestions. A total dining pleasure. We are locals and will definitely come back.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
138 reviews
vip
5.0
138 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
It’s always a delightful experience
RL
RLJL
Cincinnati
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We come to Sarasota every year and always trying new places to eat. I must say that the Dry Dock Waterfront Grill was a gem to find in Longboat Key. It was worth the 45 minute drive. Food was excellent as well as the service. We sat inside with a beautiful view of the bay. Next time we will try the outdoor dining as we definitely plan on going back.
GP
GPC5
Washington DC
79 reviews
vip
5.0
79 reviews
Dined on November 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server was so great!
GS
GaryS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a great. Dining experience. A must stop every time we are in Sarasota.
LE
LidoEd
Naples
31 reviews
vip
4.0
31 reviews
Dined on November 27, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience5
Food was good, portions appeared smaller. The prices went up dramatically and is getting non affordable.
AR
ArielR
Miami
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
like always excellent food and service can't be better.
JW
JuliaW
Essex
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
A lovely place to dine. Great service and great food
B
Byron2family
New York Area
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on November 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Dry Dock did not disappoint! Excellent stone crab, seafood linguine and cinnamon old fashion. Had our usual exceptional waiter, David, who provided excellent service. View, as always was amazing.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Indiana
16 reviews
4.0
16 reviews
Dined on November 26, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience5
Dinner and service can’t be beat. We all got bitten by bugs, so that was a serious downside.
A
Aradwynbupplumpv
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 25, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience5
Great view and service. Alway ya great option when I am in the area
OT
OpenTable Diner
Tampa
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on November 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great experience - as always. Amazing food. Perfect service!
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Antonio
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious as usual!
S
Sydney
Denver
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 22, 2022
overall3food3service2ambience5
Great ambience and views. Service was slow and not very attentive at all. Had the lobster rolls and shells in them.
DB
DenBradenton
Tampa
94 reviews
vip
5.0
94 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Appetizers scallops with bacon and the coconut shrimp were so good. Followed by delicious entrees Lobster tail with crab cakes and citrus grouper. Nice size portions. On top of wonderful food we had an excellent server Brittany!
KA
KimA
Pittsburgh
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service and delicious food!
W
Wadsworthgal3
Chicago
44 reviews
vip
5.0
44 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had great service and food was excellent!
LP
LaurieP
Philadelphia
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2022
overall5food5service2ambience5
Server forgot salad.
JP
JudyP
Tampa
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food, always consistent and the waitstaff is friendly and attentive.
LW
LarryW
Tampa
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on November 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always enjoy eating at Dry Dock. Love sitting outside on the patio. Weather was windy and a little cool but patio area was protected nicely and the fire pit was on. Food and service was great as usual.
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aaammgb
Cleveland
66 reviews
vip
5.0
66 reviews
Dined on November 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My wife and I went at the recommendation of a friend. Great food and location (we sat in the enclosed outdoor patio with a direct view of the water). I had the blackened grouper tacos and she had a grouper sandwich. Definitely will be back and highly recommend!
CJ
CigarJeff
Chicago
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious salads, excellent fried grouper and fantastic service in a very casual atmosphere. One of the best casual meals in Sarasota. We come here almost every trip and are never disappointed. A little pricey but you get excellent quality food and service.

FAQs

Dry Dock Waterfront Grill is rated 4.8 stars by 6685 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 6, 2022

10:00 PM

Booked 125 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
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

Website
http://drydockwaterfrontgrill.com/
Phone number
(941) 383-0102
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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Grilled Grouper Bites

Lobster Bisque

Lobster Bites

Appetizers

Grouper Bites$22.00

Crispy Calamari$18.00

Coconut Shrimp$18.00

Lobster Bites$22.00

Bacon-Wrapped Scallops$22.00

Peel & Eat Shrimp$20.00

Prince Edward Islands Mussels$18.00

Oysters Raw$16.00

Oysters Rockefeller$20.00

SOUPS

Seafood Chowder$9.00

Fishcamp Chowder$9.00

Lobster Bisque$9.00

Salads

Garden$6.00

Caesar$6.00

Spinach$7.00

Salads

Garden, Caesar or Spinach Salad

Longboat Key Salad$20.00

Coconut Shrimp Salad$24.00

Sandwiches

Lobster Roll Combo$28.00

Fish n Chips Plate$21.00

Florida Grouper$27.00

Red Snapper$28.00

Salmon$21.00

Lobster Rolls$35.00

Steak$25.00

Boathouse Burger$15.00

ButterBurger$19.00

Chicken$15.00

Chicken Caprese$19.00

Caprese$12.00

Club$15.00

Entrees

Fish

Florida Grouper$38.00

Red Snapper$39.00

Salmon$32.00

Chilean Sea Bass$45.00

Citrus Grouper$39.00

Bourbon Glazed Salmon$34.00

Seafood

Maine Lobster Tails$49.00

Shrimp$29.00

Sea Scallops$37.00

Crab Cakes$49.00

Coconut Shrimp$34.00

Seafood Combinations

Lobster Tail & Crab Cake$49.00

Shrimp & Sea Scallops$33.00

Lobster Tail or Crab Cake with Shrimp$42.00

Lobster Tail or Crab Cake with Scallops$47.00

Lobster Tail or Crab Cake with Bacon Wrapped Scallops$49.00

Lobster Tail or Crab Cake with Coconut Shrimp$45.00

Land

Chicken Dinner$22.00

Bayside Chicken$24.00

Filet Mignon$50.00

Ribeye$52.00

Add-Ons

Add - 1 Maine Lobster Tails$22.00

Add - 1 Crab Cake$22.00

Add - 3 Coconut Shrimp$11.00

Add - 3 Bacon Wrapped Scallops$14.00

Boathouse Tacos

Florida Grouper$27.00

Shrimp$16.00

Lobster$27.00