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CategoriesSeafood, American, Cocktail Bars
Location509 N Tamiami Trl, Venice, FL
Gift Tips
- Reserve a sunset patio table if you want waterfront views and dolphin sightings—the tiki hut patio fills up, especially in the evening.
- Try seafood favorites: fish & chips, bacon-wrapped scallops, and blackened grouper (tacos or sandwich) for reliably popular choices.
- Order shareable starters like tuna nachos, grouper bites, or lobster lollipops to sample a variety of flavors with a group.
- Ask for servers by name when possible—several guests praised servers such as Matthew, Tiffany, Maria, and Amber for attentive service and helpful recommendations.
- Pair a meal with a signature cocktail like the Papa Colada and sample local beers (Big Top is a noted pick) to complement seafood dishes.
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Price$$
AmbienceCasual
Hours
Monday-Sunday: 11AM-9PM
Dockside Waterfront Grill is a casual seafood restaurant in Venice, Florida, located on the marina in North Venice. It’s known for outdoor tiki-hut seating, sunset views, and live acoustic music that complements its laid-back atmosphere.
- Ambiance: Casual waterfront dining with a large tiki-hut patio, live acoustic entertainment, and sunset views of the marina.
- Cuisine: Fresh seafood-driven American menu featuring fish & chips, grouper tacos, bacon-wrapped scallops, lobster dishes, and shareable starters.
- Highlights: Full bar with signature cocktails, dog-friendly patio, boat parking, and attentive servers who can recommend menu favorites.
The menu focuses on fresh seafood with generous portions and a mix of classic and creative dishes. Guests find standout items across starters, tacos, sandwiches, and entrees, and there are options beyond seafood like burgers and salads for mixed groups.
Service is a strong point for many visitors; staff often make personalized recommendations and check in to keep meals running smoothly. The full bar and cocktail list pair well with the waterfront setting, making Dockside a popular choice for date nights, casual dinners, and gatherings after a day on the water.
Practical details include boat parking for diners arriving by water and a lively, family-friendly vibe during peak hours. The restaurant can get busy during snowbird season and at sunset, so booking a preferred time helps secure a good table.
Customer Reviews
Okay folks. Want a local place with phenomenal food and drinks look no further. Service rocks. Si outside and enjoy the view and fresh air!!
Thank you... read review
We went up to Venice for the afternoon and thought this would be somewhere delicious to have dinner. It's tucked back off one of the bridges. They have... read review
Good food. Good atmosphere. What's better than that??
Oh, the bathrooms are awesome too. Apparently Yelp needs more words. read review
Eric M.
12/14/2025
12/14/2025Dave Q.
11/22/2025
11/22/2025Kathy E.11/15/2025
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