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Dry Dock Waterfront Grill

412 Gulf Of Mexico Dr, Longboat Key, FL 34228
941-383-0102
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Ranked #1 of 20 restaurants in Longboat Key
Price range: RM30 - RM76
Cuisines: American, Hamburgers, Seafood
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Good for: Child-friendly, Local cuisine, Outdoor seating, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Delivery, After-hours
Description: The Dry Dock Waterfront Grill features casual indoor & outdoor dining overlooking Sarasota Bay. Known for having one of the freshest grouper sandwiches on Florida ’s West Coast the Dry Dock is popular with locals and visitors to Longboat. From the dockside patio, the view of Sarasota Bay is obstructed only by shady coconut palm fronds. The Dry Dock is conveniently located at the south end of Longboat Key at the Boathouse Marina.
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Bozeman, Montana
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

This place exists in an area where there are few restaurants. We had a very good lunch here and felt lucky to have found it. The grouper sandwich was awesome, as was the Manhattan style chowder (hard to find). Nice location too. I would definitely go back.

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Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

It was thrilling to see Manatees in the water. Our dinner table was dockside and we saw a mom and baby. Anyway, the restaurant was wonderful. We drove by in the afternoon to find the place, you would never know its there. Its in a cool location surrounded by boat docks and buildings. The inside is pretty new and open... More

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New Jersey
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

One of the few restaurants on Longboat with a view of Sarasota Bay. We were there twice during our annual 6 week Longboat Key stay. Go early or on an off hour if you don't want a long wait for a table. Although all the tables have a view, ask for an outside table on the dock. Soups are good.... More

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Tampa, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

Although I live in Sarasota, the Dry Dock is a staple. The food is fresh, delicious and the price point is reasonable.

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Louisville, Kentucky
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW via mobile

When I think of a FL water front grill this is the place I image. Beautiful scenery and a great atmosphere. We enjoyed a wonderful lunch here. If you want a cool drink their mojitos are great! Let me tell you about the food. It was perfect! This place knows what a fish taco is supposed to be. The server... More

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Villa Rica, Georgia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

We come to Dry Dock every year when we come to Longboat and it is my favorite meal of the year! The shrimp and scallops are my favorite. My wife loves the lobster bisque and salmon. Great atmosphere with beautiful view

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013 via mobile

Excellent food & drink, service, and atmosphere. It's an absolute MUST anytime I'm in Longboat Key... and it usually happens that I'm there more than once during my trip. Indulge in the fried shrimp and a mojito - you won't regret it.

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Denville, New Jersey
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

We stopped for lunch. We ate the lobster tacos, grouper sandwich & chicken salad. Absolutely fabulous . For appetizers we had the portobello mushroom with spinach and goat cheese, also excellent. We will definitely be back again.

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Sarasota, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

Great views service and most of food! Enjoy a nice cocktail right on the water while you enjoy some wonderful food. Make sure to try either the maine lobster tacos or the salmon BLT either one is great!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013 via mobile

Everything was perfect! The atmosphere, the food, the waitress even the owner was very hands on and attentive. It was casual and upscale at the same time. I can't wait to go back and tell everyone about this find.

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