We had a group of 12 ladies who met for lunch. Our server was outstanding. She easily accommodated…read moreeach person. All orders arrived in a timely manner. She even took an excellent photo of the entire group. We shall return!

The food was genuinely really good, and the atmosphere was lovely. It was shockingly nice…read moretemperature wise, even in the outdoor seating area, due to all the fans and shade. Our server, Susan, was super lovely and very attentive. I can tell this place is a local favorite for a reason. All this praise to say, I won't return because of their use of AI menus. It's genuinely extremely disappointing, because I really did like everything else. If it weren't for their AI menus, this would be a 5 star review easily. I wouldn't have gone here to begin with if I had known they use AI. Extremely disappointing. ** EDIT - With the knowledge of pulling AI Menus, I am extremely happy to say that I can wholeheartedly recommend Dockside Waterfront Grill. Thank you.

Great place. My second tome here in 3 years. Dana was great. We stayed so long that her shift ended…read morethen we had Zach. He immediately gave us great service. So glad we came hear. Pops is a must if you are close.

Pops Sunset Grill…read more Atmosphere and Service Parking was difficult to find when we stopped by on a Sunday afternoon. Once inside, we were seated on the outdoor deck overlooking the water. Our first table wobbled so badly that we asked to move to another nearby. The restaurant has a casual, no-frills Old Florida atmosphere. Plenty of fans kept the air moving in the heat. Our server took our drink and food orders promptly, but we later had to flag her down for refills and extra napkins. What We Ordered * Chef's Ceviche: Octopus with lime juice, tomato, cucumber, red onion, cilantro, garlic, jalapeño, olive oil, and avocado, served with tortilla chips. * Harbour Island Bahama Mama: A half-pound burger topped with pineapple, mozzarella, and teriyaki, served on a toasted brioche bun with lettuce and tomato. * Maine Lobster Roll: Lobster with tarragon aioli, mixed greens, and tomato on a brioche roll, served with a side salad. Food and Overall Experience The Chef's Ceviche was fresh but unremarkable, and the portion felt small. The burger, however, was excellent--cooked perfectly to medium-rare, with the pineapple adding a flavorful twist that elevated the dish. The coleslaw and lobster roll were both good, though neither stood out. The side salad was fresh and satisfying. Overall, the burger was the clear highlight of the meal. Rating: 3 out of 5 stars Gulf Coast Terry

Thank goodness the weather has finally gotten nicer and that suffocating summer heat has eased up,…read morebecause I can finally get back to one of my absolute favorite spots - Nokomo's Sunset Hut! I was SO happy to be back. I have seriously missed their tacos! I stopped by Friday for the lobster tacos, and they did not disappoint. Big, juicy, flavorful pieces of lump lobster claw meat that you can actually sink your teeth into - so, so good! I couldn't decide on a side, so naturally I had both: the pineapple coleslaw (pretty much the only coleslaw I'll eat!) and the chips. And my Lime in the Coconut margarita was delicious. But Nokomo's is about more than the food. I missed the whole vibe - happy, fun, relaxing, and absolutely breathtaking. That waterfront sunset key view is one of a kind and pretty tough to beat. The staff was friendly and attentive as usual, and I also noticed they paved the parking lot! Such a nice improvement and much easier to walk across. While I was taking updated menu pictures, I noticed my old menu photos on Yelp - For the most part, the menu has stayed pretty consistent. What really surprised me was that most prices have only gone up about $3 over the past two years. The lobster tacos are the exception - they've gone up about $8. I've heard they basically break even on them, and all I can say is THANK YOU for keeping them on the menu because they are my favorite! While sitting at the bar, I also saw some oysters go by that looked amazing. They were from Louisiana. And then there was a cheesesteak that was stuffed so generously it looked big enough for two people! I can't wait to try some of those next time. If you haven't been to Nokomo's Sunset Hut, you don't know what you're missing. Come treat yourself to delicious food, a cold drink, live music and those beautiful, laid-back Southwest Florida vibes. And do yourself a favor - go before season gets into full swing, while you can still get in without an hour-long wait! I'm already looking forward to going back for the grouper tacos, along with some of my other favorites - the Aloha Salmon, Caribbean Salmon, Salmon Caesar, or really anything salmon. And anything ahi tuna is always calling my name too!

Update many: June 23, 2026…read more While not great for many business heading into the rainy season and the now flight of the snowbirds up North...... we were able to pop right in....... GET A PARKING SPOT in the gravel lot so my wife could hobble in with her bone on bone knee (getting 'fixed any day now) Service was awesome, hostess fantastic, our server was conversational and fantastic, and the beverages/drinks (the draw for my wife) were generous and tasty as usual. I am a little disappointed at the sides serving "cup" (black beans, yellow rice, and edamame) while the online menus does not post prices they are a little bit more expensive now this year and looking at my pictures from the past a little more diminutive? I do see I substituted and they made up a BEAN taco for me one time so maybe I will switch back to that creation.

My family and I have ate at this establishment the past few vacations and thought that the food and…read moreservice were fabulous, however this past visit was less than. To preface the restaurant was not busy. The service was disappointing. Drinks weren't refilled until asked later on in the service and the waitress was inattentive. As someone who has worked as a waitress for a while, I find this type of negligence a turn off when I am dining. The food was mid at best. We ordered the Crab Dip and the chips came out super stale. All of our meals were mediocre and I feel did not reflect the price. Overall, I give this restaurant a 2/5, hopefully improvements will be made.

Loved the food! Service was great! Aaron Kelly from American Idol sang and was incredible! He is…read morethere on Monday nights and will be my new go to! I am going to bring all of our friends too! The only thing I would change is the temperature! Too hot indoors; need more fans. We were all sweating. BUT we will sit outside from now on.

Service and food have always been first rate. Will go back soon and often. Especially enjoy the…read moreview.

June 2, 2026 - Two for Dinner, our 36th wedding anniversary. (we had last been here a year ago for…read morethe same occasion.) First up - PARKING was awesome!!! we parked in their lot and had plenty of choices. yay. Second - When I had made a reservation for our special occasion I was asked "Inside or Outside" which I picked Inside. I was then ASKED "window table?" to which I happily confirmed yes that would be great. I then confirmed to my wife. 6PM, Inside, & Window seating. When I arrived I was quizzed if I had a reservation. Yes. Then I was asked did i want to dine Inside or Outside and I replied I had confirmed an Inside, window reservation. And he brought us to our inside aisle non-window table. When I asked why not a window as I confirmed - I was informed they only give them out when they are available and he can't guarantee it? I then asked "Why do you ask then when the reservation is made?" He just walked away. Probably not a good candidate for a public or customer facing role. As others have stated (and I in my first review) the staff and server experience here is highly variable. 1/10 Third - Our server was excellent and gregarious. we were seated well over 5 minutes until we able to tender a drink order, but then everything went very smoothly. The bus staff seems "nervous" and inexperienced, I had to ask twice for more water. The bread and butter was a little disappointing. one of the rolls was ok, the other either old, stale or did not sustain the heating process very well - inedible. There were two flatbread crackers in the basket as well. 3/10 Fourth - We both got a cup of seafood bisque soup. This was a smooth and flavorful soup. Chunks of seafood of various types and a little shot of sherry on the side to pour on. (my 10 year AA medal pushed it away - smile) 9/10 My wife ordered a Pompano special with scallops and the chef special vegetables and green beans. This was very substantive entree and she did bring half of it home. The fish was nicely prepared and properly cooked, the vegetables were cooked al dente and not just something on the plate - good job. The green beans so nice as a vegetarian / vegan plant based eater I am going to order them as my entree! 9/10 I ordered a shrimp cocktail as part of my main. I haven't had shrimp in a few years, and these were fairly decent. the cocktail sauce was disappointing as I am a Kelchner's horseradish and Heinz Chili Sauce kind of guy.... pink from the 50/50 mixture. The sauce here was a restaurant pack can of catsup and a splash of tabasco. yech. 5/10 Also as my main an Arugula Salad with Roasted Beets, NO goat cheese, Almonds, Honey-Citrus Vinaigrette, Raspberry Coulis. A VERY nice salad with an extremely fresh and beautiful collection of arugula lettuce, and the roasted yellow and purple beets were nicely cooked and prepared. The dressing was light and tasty and not some gloppy oil slick of goo. 10/10 Finally, our server brought us out a little keylime pie to commemorate our occasion, we were actually pretty full from the dinner and declined dessert but she brought this out and we took a few pictures!!! VERY nice touch!!! Thank you. I think the kitchen has improved over the last three reviews and last three or so years. The reservation and front desk and the service is variable and inconsistent, still. The communications and reservation situation is flawed - a reservation is between two parties - if we agree on something the expectation is we BOTH deliver (I arrive on time and pay, and the establishment seats and accommodates as per the expectation) Both should expect what was agreed to? Obviously this is all personnel and seasonally dependent here in Venice, FL, now that we enter the slow and less tourist oriented I think the employees and the patrons will be less wired and unpredictable. My wife and I have discussed a mid summer visit to the Crow's Nest - maybe for my birthday in August?

We had a lovely Valentine's Day dinner! I love the food and atmosphere and service. I had the…read moreEggplant Lucarelli and my husband had the Mama's Supper with Linguini. We added the side salad's which were very sizable. Also we had the grilled artichokes which wasn't a large portion but very tasty. Our server was professional and friendly. The atmosphere reminds me of an upscale New York Italian restaurant - dark and clubby.

2025 New ownership. Food not the same. Sadly food is 4/10 at best…read more 2023 Wow! What a surprise. We met a friend here (half way) and I was blown away by the food. We have travelled here with fiends for Italian ever since.

Everything! Everytime!…read moreMy shorkie seizure alert dog is allowed Owners are SO nice. This is my favorite place to eat. No matter what you order, it's fantastic and fresh.

Decided to try the Red Grouper for the first time. We were promptly seated and the staff were…read morevery attentive throughout the entire time of our meal. I ordered the Lobster Bisque, which was the highlight of my meal. Delicious and lots of lobster meat inside. The Charleston shrimp & grits was just ok. I'd likely try something else next time. The toast had too much oil and tasted funky and the grits lacked flavor. I added hot sauce and that helped spice it up. I'll come back and try something else next time, as I saw lots of items on the menu that looked great.

Sharky's on the Pier is absolutely amazing! We visited on June 24, 2026, and it was worth every…read moreminute of the 3-hour drive. I took my dear friend there to celebrate her birthday, and she absolutely loved it. The beachfront atmosphere is unbeatable, with gorgeous Gulf views, a fun island vibe, and the perfect place to relax and enjoy a meal. The food was fresh and delicious, the drinks were excellent, and the service was friendly and attentive from start to finish. Watching the waves while enjoying great food made for an unforgettable afternoon. The entire experience was so memorable that we've already started planning a family vacation! From July 18-26, 2026, we're planning to bring her daughter and her family, along with my daughter, my son, and their families, to spend an unforgettable week together creating memories that will last a lifetime. If you're in Venice, Sharky's on the Pier is a must-visit destination. Thank you for giving us such a wonderful birthday celebration and inspiring our next family adventure. We can't wait to come back!

Came to Sharky's on the Pier and you can't beat the location, it's right on the beach! You can…read morechoose to sit inside or outside depending on the weather. The restaurant is so cute and all the staff wear bright Hawaiian shirts, which really adds to the beachy vibe. We ordered: Poke nachos Fish and chips with shrimp, french fries, and coleslaw The food came out in maybe 5 minutes or less! I couldn't decide if that was a good thing or not, but it was nice not having to wait long. The food itself was good and the portions are pretty big, so come hungry or plan to share. My only wish is that the fish and chips and the fried shrimp were a little crispier. FYI, they don't take Apple Pay, so make sure to bring a card or cash!

Trish the waitress was awesome, the food was hot, fresh and very flavorful. Well done to the chef!…read moreRestaurant was in good shape

Meals were hot and delicious we had grilled shrimp and coconut shrimp and fresh blackened grouper!…read moreAll of them I would recommend. Our server Diane was amazing and knowledgeable of the menu and prices.

Food and Service was outstanding tonight celebrating my wife's birthday…read more We have been here for the last 4 to 6 years for her birthday in greatly appreciated it

The pure definition of a tourist trap…read more Prices are definitely inflated. Paying for the view. Marconi and cheese is a total disaster. Basically macaroni with watered down "cheese" soup. $58-14 ounce NY strip was bland and tough. (Medium-rare). Ambiance was nice but will not return.