4 Best Waterfront Restaurants in Venice

4 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Crow's Nest Restaurant, Tavern & Marina restaurant

1. Crow's Nest Restaurant, Tavern & Marina

4.8

Exceptional(3897)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Venice

Booked 60 times today

The Crow’s Nest Restaurant, Tavern and Marina has been serving the Venice, FL community since 1976. With the freshest seafood and most flavorful dishes, the Crow’s Nest strives to prides itself on providing 5-star experiences for their guests each and every time they visit. The upstairs dining room provides a fine dining experience with a fantastic view of the water for lunch or dinner. The wood-paneled and cozy tavern downstairs serves for a more casual experience and is open all day. You can also enjoy their full-service marina, offering overnight dockage, gas and diesel pumps, and all the supplies you need for a day or week on the water. You can also rent their paddleboat, one or two person kayaks, paddleboards, bicycles and more! Whatever experience you choose, you’ll be sure to enjoy a 5-star experience! Stay up to date on their specials and promotions by joining their email list at CrowsNest-Venice.com!

A photo of Ophelia's on the Bay restaurant

2. Ophelia's on the Bay

4.7

Exceptional(6403)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Siesta Key

Booked 62 times today

Ophelia's on the Bay is one of Sarasota’s premier fine dining waterfront restaurants. Enjoy beautiful vistas of Little Sarasota Bay, from the floor-to-ceiling windows that line the dining room. Or join us for al fresco dining on our open-air patio, as the dolphins and manatee swim by. Winner of many awards both locally and nationally, including an Excellence rating from Zagat as well as being listed as the number one restaurant in America in Power and Motoryacht Magazine for dock and dine. Ophelia's on the Bay has also been voted most romantic, best waterfront and best restaurant with a view by its loyal customers. The menu changes nightly using fresh and seasonal ingredients, fresh fish flown in from all over the world and specialty meats. There is certainly something for every palate! We feature an extensive wine list, specialty martinis, as well as a full bar. Family owned and operated for over 22 years, we have an experienced staff that prides itself on exemplary service.

A photo of The Point kitchen + cocktails + sunset restaurant

3. The Point kitchen + cocktails + sunset

4.3

Awesome(401)

Price: Moderate

• American • Osprey

Booked 28 times today

The Point Kitchen + Cocktails + Sunset is located on Little Sarasota Bay, offering a relaxing waterfront dining experience. Many reviews mention the fantastic views of the bay and the inter-coastal waterway, making it a popular spot to watch the sunset. One reviewer even noted that it's 'one of the few restaurants in the area on the water.'

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4. Dockside Waterfront Grill

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Price: Moderate

• American • Venice

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4 restaurants available nearby

1. Crow's Nest Restaurant, Tavern & Marina

2. Ophelia's on the Bay

3. The Point kitchen + cocktails + sunset

4. Dockside Waterfront Grill

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