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

Pops Sunset Grill 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 read more

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We called ahead for a table because they didn't take reservations for breakfast/lunch. We weren't sure if it would be crowded. She said we could call days ahead if needed. There was plenty of seating when we arrived on a Sunday for breakfast/lunch. I took the recommendation of our server and had the Casey key breakfast wrap. It was so delicious! The wrap was pressed to be warmed. It was filled with light/flyffy scrambled eggs, shrimp and a really good sauce. It was very flavorful. My husband had the mother child reunion. It was tea good also but a little more difficult to eat. It was a lovley breakfast sitting outside listening to a person singing and watching the boats go by. Service, food and ambiance was so great we would recommend this place to anyone visiting he area! read more

Stopped by for Brunch on a Sunday. Very accommodating for a party of 8. All of the food was good. (Forgot pictures). You can't go wrong with breakfast on the water. read more

We were in town for a baby shower and got recommended to go to Pop's Sunset Grill for dinner. Huge place right on the river and we had a lovely view of the water and fun watching the boats go by. The wine list was excellent and we enjoyed the fish spread appetizer. Yum! We split the grouper fresh catch that we had grilled with coconut rice and broccoli. The service was great and we enjoyed our meal. The shop was cute with all kinds of fun gifts and apparels. Fun evening. read more

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Wonderful service from Nicolle in the tiki bar. Ambiance is great--live music started today, Friday night, at 5pm. The food is really very good. I again had the mango bbq shrimp. The fresh vegetables that came with it were amazing. Green beans with bacon and garlic mixed with some carrot/root vegetables. Loved it. My husband's burger and fries were delicious as was the peanut butter stack desert. Highly recommend! read more

Pop's Sunset Grill - Cheeseburger with fries - Seafood Near Me - Nokomis, Florida

Another wonderful breakfast at Pops! You can't find better! The wind blowing, boats floating by, excellent service up at the bar, what an awesome way to start your day! read more

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Dinner was soooo good, I had to go back for lunch the next day. This time John served us efficiently and guided our selections. I had the famed Grouper Reuben. One of my daughters had the cheeseburger flatbread and the other had the Sunset Quesadilla with grilled shrimp. Food was once again. Tip from our server from night before (Jaxon) was to sign up for Pops rewards ($1 for every $10 spent). So glad we took him up on it since we applied next day for a $19 savings on our bill, earning more for next time read more

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Very fun place. Food was okay - I had the chicken breast sandwich with sweet potato (those were delish) - it was blackened but the sauce was sweet on top so a little bit of a conflict of flavors. One of my friends had a Caesar salad and said the lettuce was wilty. The other gals had the wraps and liked them. Listen, you come here for the atmosphere. They have great seating. It's bigger than it looks from the outside. Decorated super cute and beachy. Great gift shop read more

Pop's Sunset Grill - Seafood Near Me - Nokomis, Florida

Breakfast was great, service was awesome as well! Definitely was a nice stop during our vacation in Venice. Location was close to the beach as well which made it a quick drive to relax after a great meal! read more

Pop's Sunset Grill - Blueberry pancakes were phenomenal! - Seafood Near Me - Nokomis, Florida

Fun place to go to listen to music, have some drinks and an app! We tried going here one night when the sun was setting & forget it - could find a place to park so we left. We decided to stop in on a Sunday afternoon & we were able to get seats at the tiki bar NP. They have a great HH for drinks which was awesome! We really enjoyed the music too! We shared the ceviche app (snapper/shrimp) & while it was excellent, it was pricey ($23) for what you got. Rest of the menu is typical beach tiki type of food so we opted to leave but would stop in again for the music & drinks. Bartenders were friendly & excellent! read more

Pop's Sunset Grill - $23 ceviche- good but very small - Seafood Near Me - Nokomis, Florida

Visited this restaurant during my vacation to Florida. Amazing vibes and view of the water! Great place to take the family. Staff are very friendly with funny personalities, and the food tasted vibrant and filling. I got the ceviche for an appetizer, as well as the blackened shrimp taco plate. The hot sauce on the table was also interesting to try with everyone's dishes. I always love coming here when I visit Florida! read more

Pop's Sunset Grill - Blackened shrimp tacos - Seafood Near Me - Nokomis, Florida

A Tiki Bar. This is the second time I've driven 140 miles round-trip for brunch. There were six of us, and we scored a table by the river. For weekend brunch, they have two different kitchens. One does breakfast, then the other does lunch. My order came from the lunch side. I ordered a Swiss cheese burger with fries. Mrs. K ordered "The Joe" 2 over-hard eggs, American cheese, bacon, and mayo on toasted sourdough. For whatever reason, I wanted oysters. So I ordered six, and they tasted wonderful. The horseradish sauce was super potent. No desserts were ordered, and after a leisurely brunch, we headed back to Naples. I drove my red Camaro convertible. Since it is a rather obvious car, I punched the cruise control button and moved to the middle lane at 75 MPH all the way back to Naples. , read more

Pop's Sunset Grill - Seafood Near Me - Nokomis, Florida

Such a cute waterfront spot with fun tiki vibes and adorable decor throughout! The atmosphere was relaxed and perfect for hanging out by the water. I ordered the flatbread with the gluten free cauliflower crust, and honestly you could not even tell it was GF. Definitely one of the best gluten free flatbreads I've had! I was seriously raving about it the whole meal. Definitely a spot I'd come back to! read more

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The tiki hut bar atmosphere is awesome at Pop's. This very spacious restaurant/bar has great views of the water. We had coconut shrimp, lobster mac & cheese, BBQ chicken wings, and a quesadilla. All were excellent. Our service was friendly and efficient. I look forward to dining again at POP's Sunset Grill. read more

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Food was delish and service was friendly and also helpful. Nice atmosphere, on the water and has bands come in and play. Enjoy a drink or two! read more

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Great place Food 100% spot on. Loved that food was served on China and not paper or plastic. Service couldn't have been better. The band was great too. read more

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Always good service, even when they are slammed! and food is consistently great and the drinks are always perfect.

I was totally surprised to find this huge restaurant and gift shop tucked behind a marina in the tiny town of Nokomis. I was also totally surprised to find that the food has a high-end chef finish. My hot honey chicken was cooked to juicy perfection and the flavors were delicately balanced. My friend got the avocado toast which looked artfully arranged with lots of deluxe toppings. The prices were reasonable for the generous portions. We sat under a tiki woven grass roof overlooking the intercostal on a warm day and it was so pleasant. Our table has a built in fireplace in the middle of it, so I'm sure it's nice and cozy on a cool evening. The live music was a nice touch. He only played for a very short time, so I'm not sure if he comes and goes throughout the day. read more

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Couldn't say one bad thing about Pop's. The staff was awesome..food was great...prices were fair...atmosphere was warm.

If you're looking for a wonderful waterfront meal, Pop's Sunset Grill checks every box. From the moment we walked in at the dock-side location overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway, the atmosphere felt welcoming, relaxed, and a little bit special. The décor and setting--indoor and outdoor spaces, tiki bar, fire-pit courtyard--create a real "Old Florida" feel that's rare and memorable. We visited as a group of 3, and the service was excellent -- the waitstaff were friendly, prompt, and genuinely seemed to care that we were enjoying ourselves. Drinks arrived quickly, questions were answered knowledgeably, and our table felt well-looked after. The food? Freshly prepared, flavorful, and well presented. Everything we tried was a win -- seafood, handhelds, sides -- all cooked with care. On top of that, the restaurant offers a meaningful military discount, which was a great touch and very much appreciated. Between standout food, service that delivers, and a setting that invites you to linger (especially with the water view and live music options) -- Pop's Sunset Grill earns a strong recommendation. Whether you're local or just stopping through, it's an excellent choice for dining out. read more

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There seems to be a pattern of the food being served cold here, I guess they don't have heat lamps. Nice view though.

The view! Tucked next to a Marina, on beautiful blue water, Pops. They have an extensive Gluten Free menu, the chicken quesadilla was terrific. My Grouper sandwich was delicious. Bonus that a Caesar Salad is a side option. Our Server, David was delightful. Waterside seating, Tiki Bar with TVs for sports, fire pit tables read more

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Visiting from Ft Lauderdale, good food, great service, nice atmosphere! Will be back! read more

Pop's Sunset Grill - Teriyaki Salmon - Seafood Near Me - Nokomis, Florida

We had a great lunch by the water! We all Loved our food! Our waitress Angie was amazing!! We will be back!! read more

This is our third time at Pop's Sunset Grill. Each time it is amazing, whether it's breakfast, lunch or dinner! The food, service, and the atmosphere is amazing. We especially love Pops Grill (Yum) for Keisha's famous mango colada's and Ray's rum runner. We continue to have appetizers for lunch! They are delicious & plentiful. Breakfasts are hearty and tasty. If your on I75 , by Nokomis you need to find your way to POP's Sunset GRILL! read more

5 stars as always. You never disappoint. We were big crowd of 18 and 6 of them from infant to 10 yr old. Food is a 10, service a 10, and calling ahead to see if we could accommodated. Ambience is so fun. Thank you chefs, wait staff and hosts personal. We have come by ourselves, and know 100% that when we bring our out of town guests you won't ever disappoint. read more

The breakfast food was delicious! The staff extremely friendly and helpful! Early morning in the water was just right. read more

Went to Pop's while visiting family over Spring Break. I get that it was Spring Break and things were busy, but we were pretty disappointed. It had been raining earlier, and our first two tables were situated under roof/canopy areas where several people in our party would have had water dripping on them throughout the meal. Finally got a table that was dry, but then we were really close to the main bar and there was a lot of cigarette smoke. It's 2026, so we didn't know we needed also specify we wanted to be dry and away from smoke. I did like a po boy special with key lime aioli that I ordered and they do a good tropical drink here, but I left here not understanding why anyone would make a special trip to go here. read more

Awesome place the service was great sat right by the water had appetizers, which were muscles fried pickles clam chowder was very good for lunch. We had grouper tacos, which was very very good all around great place. read more

We have been to Pop's many times and each time has been a delicious fun pleasure! We are super excited to recently discover they have very good health inspection scores as my husband recently became severely immunocompromised and we have to be very careful with our dining choices. we can't wait to return soon! read more

All of the above we all love Pops Sunset Grill the service is great the atmosphere is great and the food is great we go there at least once or twice per week and recommend everybody to go to Pops it's just our to go place read more

Everything!!! The fresh food, the drinks, the service and ambiance. We take family and friends to POP's every time they visit us here in Venice FL. read more

Yummy food and great setting. Don't get the fried chicken sandwich tho. Not that good. But the coconut shrimp was . Super nice and attentive server! read more

My friend and I came to Pop's on Sunday night for a later dinner and to catch some football. We sat outside at the bar and our bartender Troy was great. He was very friendly and made conversation with us throughout our time there. We both had delicious drinks and ordered two of their salads. I had the Casey Key salad and added blackened salmon. For $28, I was worried that I'd be disappointed. The greens were fresh, there were plenty of toppings, and the blackened salmon was moist and flavorful. I left comfortably full. We browsed around the gift shop after the meal and as impressive as the selection was, the prices honestly scared us away. read more

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Great spot for grips to celebrate anything in a fun outside roofed setting walking distance to the beach. Limited menu but a great bar. Worth checking out if you are in Sarasota, FL. read more

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Love the vibe here great food great views nice friendly staff we Love Love salmon bites appetizer food is delish drinks are good read more

Pop's Sunset Grill - pops sunset grill salmon bites appetizer food - Seafood Near Me - Nokomis, Florida

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Pop's Sunset Grill was absolutely amazing! We went to celebrate my boyfriend's birthday and had the best experience from start to finish. We were seated right by the pier with a stunning view, which set the tone for a perfect evening. We started with piña coladas, and they were a solid 5/5--perfectly balanced with just the right amount of rum and not overly sweet. Our waiter recommended the shrimp rangoons, and wow... easily some of the best shrimp I've ever had. They were incredibly fresh and savory, and the combination of the sauce with the cream cheese was unique and delicious. For dinner, we ordered the Marker 10 tacos and the fresh catch of the day, which was grouper. The tacos were made with mahi mahi, which I asked to have blackened, and they were packed with flavor. I chose onion rings as my side. While for the price I do think an extra taco would've been nice, the freshness and quality of the fish definitely made up for it. The sauce on the tacos was spectacular--seriously so good. The grouper was the true star of the night. It was unbelievably fresh, full of flavor, and literally melted in your mouth. The coconut rice was rich and flavorful, and the vegetables were perfectly savory. We ordered a LandShark but received a Corona instead, but honestly, no complaints--we still enjoyed the beer! To finish, we shared the key lime pie. It was good and added the perfect touch of sweetness to end the meal, though it was a bit average compared to everything else. read more

Pop's Sunset Grill - Shrimp Rangoon - Seafood Near Me - Nokomis, Florida

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We stopped at Pop's with some friends for lunch. Most seating is covered outdoors with nice water views. Known for their seafood, that is exactly what we ordered. When in Florida I cannot get enough grouper. My grouper sandwich ordered blackened and was perfectly cooked. My wife also ordered grouper grilled. We both loved our lunches. In our month's stay, we probably had grouper another dozen times either for lunch as a sandwich or as a dinner as we ended up on the Atlantic side of Florida. Can't get enough of this wonderful fish. Pop's looks like a lot of fun offering music and a really complete menu. Service was excellent as well. read more

Pop's Sunset Grill - Blackened Grouper sandwich - Seafood Near Me - Nokomis, Florida

Ok it seems that I need to correct myself on my last review. Had a wonderful lunch at pops today with the wife and sister-law Have to admit the service was amazing, the view amazing as always The food was even better than ever expected. The salmon bite was amazing. Highly recommend. The wife had a burger and fries and it was cooked perfectly. Sister n law had a that Casey key salad was super happy. The best part is they have a drink called the Chum Bucket I highly recommend You will not be sorry . Now this is the service and quality that has alway been expected at pop's. So bottom line everyone can have an off day and everyone deserves a second chance . Well done and kudo's. No need to ask about vets discount. They seen the hat and ask. Great job of paying attention Will be back read more