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New Pass Grill and Bait Shop

1505 Ken Thompson Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34230
941-388-3050
Ranked #21 of 559 restaurants in Sarasota
4.5 of 5 stars 61 Reviews
Cuisines: Fast food
Good for: Child-friendly, Local cuisine, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Takeout
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Good for: Child-friendly, Local cuisine, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Takeout
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Lake Tahoe, CA
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012

Perfect for lunch with kids after a visit to the Mote Aquarium, sat at a table by the water, enjoyed fish and chips (not too greasy or too battered) and a beer. Waited in line with business people, tourists and fishermen - good sign! More

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Senior Contributor
29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

We've been coming to Longboat for 15 years. We tried New Pass because we would always see painters, carpenters, etc. taking lunch break there. They know where to eat! Best burger or fish sandwich in the area! Not on Weight Watchers! More

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Mooresville, NC USA
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2012

A great hidden gem that may scare you away by first appearance, it almost kept us away. Great home cooked burgers and the best fish and chips in Sarasota, fins down!! Great view of the harbor area with many big birds stopping by throughout your meal. More

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Allentown, Pennsylvania
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2012
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New Pass Grill & Bait Shop is a very casual spot right on the water. The cheeseburgers are good, the french fries better than expected and there is entertainment provided by the shore birds looking for a snack from the fisherman around the docks. You would not expect it from looking at the outside, but this place takes American Express... More

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Jackson, New Hampshire
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32 reviews 32 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2012

Like many others we drove by this “dump” a dozen times before we stopped and found out what we were missing for so long. Now this is a must do lunch during our annual visit to Casey Key. Great food, classic surroundings, and great staff! If you have kids that think burgers comes from MacDonald’s in a paper box, order... More

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washington D.C.
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2012

Stopped here after a visit to the Mote Aquarium. The food was good and inexpensive. Sitting out looking at the water was a bonus! If you have a boat, you can pull right up to the dock and grab something to eat. More

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Sarasota, Florida
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 March 2012

Carol, Jim Wallace, Sutt ~ these folks TOTALLY OUTDID themselves for my Dad's Surprise Birthday Party ~ I highly recommend the New Pass Grill for any occasion. Food is fantastic, casual atmosphere is fun, venue on the Bay is spectacular and Customer Service is AWESOME :) More

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Chicago, Illinois
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 February 2012

New Pass Grill and Bait Shop is a hamburger stand attached to a bait shop overlooking the bridge between City Island and Longboat Key. The food is good and inexpensive with an interesting view of charter fishing boats coming and going. Don't come here expecting fine dining or excellent service. More

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Lima, Ohio
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3 reviews 3 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 February 2012

Stoped here on our way to St. A's for lunch. Great find! Good hamburgers and cold beers. A really fun place. More

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new york
Senior Contributor
34 reviews 34 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 January 2012

A fun little non-touristy place to stop and grab a bite or drink after visiting the aquarium. A snack shack atmosphere and you sit outside watching the bay. Good music in the background. Classic rock. We had onion rings which were fine. Soft drinks, beer, and wine available. Worth a stop. More

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