I first learned of Brine when I was in search of a restaurant for my parents to celebrate their…read morebirthdays at a year ago. Being in a different state, I reached out to Brine to coordinate a reservation and purchase a gift card to ensure they were taken care of. They were extremely helpful with making sure it all went smoothly, which made me eager to try the restaurant for myself when I visited this year. Within minutes of stepping through their doors and taking a seat, I knew Brine was going to become one of my new favorites. The staff are all super attentive and really take the time to get to know their guests. It was so nice to hear wait staff greeting their regulars by name, celebrating birthdays with them and talking about important milestones as if they were part of their family. The food completely blew me out of the water - the ingredients fresh and packed with flavor. My family's favorite appetizer is the Brooklyn Style Wings - maybe because we are from Brooklyn, but the wings are addicting with the flavors of sausage, peppers, and a vinegary sauce. The burger was the most surprising of them all, with big flavor and smokiness infused into every bite of meat. Oysters were clean, fish was fresh, and the homemade chips had the perfect crunch. I'm so glad I discovered Brine, but now am so disappointed that I don't live in Sarasota full time to be able to dine here more often. This was definitely one of the best meals of my visit, and I will continuously recommend to everyone!

Kyle was amazing, offering insight and suggestions on menu items. My partner ordered the steak and…read moreeggs. The filet mignon was too small but very flavorful. Scrambled eggs were prepared properly and potatoes were good even though he does not like peppers. My crab Benedict was very good and I enjoyed the potato side. Mimosa flight was just okay, lacking flavor. Could not easily tell which flavor was which but at least it was not all juice and little champagne. We had been wanting to try it and glad we did.

The most insane meal ever. If you are in siesta key, run to here…read more Food amazing. Service amazing. The seafood was the freshest I've ever had.

Super food and service at this great little joint! We had a grouper Reuben- tops! Scallops-nicely…read moreseasoned and grilled. Very attentive wait staff. Small indoor space but comfortable. We sat outside facing their parking lot but we didn't mind. We'll return! Highly recommend.

Go every time we visit Sarasota. The mussels are awesome The…read morestaff is great Good vibes very low key Well worth a visit

Ultimate local dive bar in Sarasota. Staff are so kind and food is incredible- steamed right in…read morefront of you. I had the oysters from Louisiana and the special shrimp Poboy. Great spot for some quality seafood

This delightful restaurant was phenomenal and very accommodating. My sister, who is visiting…read moreFlorida, and I wanted to try the lobster bisque but did not want a full cup as we know lobster bisque is generally a very rich soup. The chef was willing to to place the soup in two smaller portions-- essentially sharing one cup of soup. It was the best lobster bisque I have ever had. The bisque was creamy, not salty as some bisques can be and had chunks of lobster in it. We each had the hogfish. Blackened. This fish was unknown to us but it was delightful, the portions were large. It came with two sides. I had the black beans and rice and the wontons with a mango tomato salsa. Scrumptious. My sister's sides were the creamy coleslaw with just the right amount of mayo so as not to be runny and the sweet potato fries which were seasoned with just the right amount cinnamon sugar. Jasmin was our server and she answered all of our questions about the fish which is caught fresh from the Gulf each day. She was very welcoming and made us feel like we were visiting friends. The restaurant does have live music for the dinner crowd. If your family is visiting Florida and you want a meal that is high on the wow factor of taste-- this is the place.

Five years later and we're finally back and the one thing we talked about the entire time was the…read moreahi nachos. Happy to report they're still just as good as we remembered. Absolutely did not disappoint. My wife and I split the fish tacos and a side salad (not pictured), and the salad was actually a great size for sharing. Between the ahi nachos, shared salad, and the tacos, it ended up being the perfect amount of food for the two of us. We washed it all down with a couple local beers on tap and called it a perfect afternoon. The servers were great and even suggested a beer that paired really well with the meal, which was a nice touch. Parking is easy, and the view adds to the whole experience. You can sit back and watch boats cruising by while others are getting launched or lifted out of the water by the massive forklifts at the marina. It's just a really cool atmosphere. If you go, the ahi nachos are a must. Five years later and we'd come back again just for those.

May 5, 2026 - USCG Aux Flotilla meeting. 30 plus people…read more We decided to have a family and guest social and The Maine Line was invited to supply the meal to our members, guests, and family. Obviously reviewed here on Yelp and Google (I will cross post this review on both) this looked like it was going to be tasty and enjoyable "MAINE COURSE!!!" It was! I have no idea who many actual lobsters or tacos and sandwich or desserts we took down but it looks like most of the 30 plus at the meeting were eating and enjoying themselves. I got the signature Maine Lobster (Lobstah) Roll, with/cole slaw & bag of (of course) Cape Cod chips. The buttery bread/roll and the lobster were stunning!!!!! Not little lobster bisque scraps of lobster!!! This was tail and claw hunks o' meat!!! REALLY nice. Also I got the New England Clam Chowder (Chowdah) to make sure I tried their main items (and keep it under 6,000 calories for the meal!!!!) This was a GREAT chowder and so very authentic as you would expect! with "chunks of clam" and nice potato content, not a starchy potato mash soup. GREAT job. I am getting a big 16 OZ bowl next time! Finally (and I will admit here since I don't think any of the flotilla folks will see it) since I am the Commander of the base and host for this event, the owner threw in an authentic Steve's Snacks Bakery, Skowhegan ME cold and creamy Maine Whoopie Pie for dessert. (as if my uniform was not already bulging to capacity! WOW! Had not had a whoopie pie for DECADES!!!! This thing is a monster and meal all by itself, But great every bit!!! THANK YOU The Maine Line you really made out guests and members happy and we were so pleased you came out!!! We received many requests to make this an annual event or possibly a few times a year.

Definitely the best lobster roll in the area. Just sweet, succulent, lobster meat, and fresh! I…read morethink I've tried six restaurants, calling ahead of time to find out their portion size, they all claim"8 oz"! Then I get the sandwich. Disappointment. I've brought most of them home and weighed the meat. They usually give you about 3 1/2 ounces or so. These guys don't mess around!

Walt's Fish Market Restaurant & Tiki Bar Atmosphere and…read moreService: We stopped by Walt's after a day at Siesta Key Beach and decided to sit outside at the tiki bar. The outdoor Tiki area wrapped around the building and had a fun, relaxed vibe that made a great first impression. Our waitress, Rhonda, was excellent. She was friendly, answered all our questions, and knew the menu inside and out. What We Ordered: * Clam Chowder * Lobster Bisque * Maine Lobster Dinner with Corn on the cob and Coleslaw * Phil's Steamer Pot with half Lobster, Corn on the cob, Potatoes, Andouille Sausage, Clams, and Mussels Food Highlights: The soups came out first, and both were excellent. The Clam Chowder was topped with Bacon and Chives. It was the best we've had since moving to Florida--rich, flavorful, and satisfying. The Lobster Bisque was Creamy and equally delicious, with great flavor and tasty pieces of Bread mixed in. Our entrées arrived quickly, and we loved both dishes. The Lobster was cooked perfectly in both meals, and everything in Phil's Steamer Pot was hot, well-seasoned, and full of flavor. My wife, who is from Maine, said it was the best Lobster she has had in this area. Even the sides--the Corn on the cob and Coleslaw--were very good, and the Beer was served ice cold. One more thing each table featured a fish dip and crackers--an extra touch we really enjoyed. Fish Market and Final Verdict: Before leaving, we stepped inside to look at the Fish Market and were impressed by how fresh everything looked. The selection was large and added even more to the overall experience. This place was a pleasant surprise and delivered across the board with great Service, Food, Drinks, and Atmosphere. It easily ranks among my top 10 places to visit in the Sarasota area, and I can't wait to go back. For me, Walt's Fish Market earns 5 out of 5 stars. Gulf Coast Terry

All the locals talked about this place but it was truly meh. Nothing to note about the alcoholic…read moredrinks. Lobster bites 6/10: Average.. crispy but nothing to write home about. Lobster Bisque 6/10: Presentation was sloppy. Not tasty Fish dip 7/10: I did like this fish dip! It wasn't too salty or anything. Could eat this all day

What a terrific addition to Sarasota. Owned by Km and Captain/ Chef Rich , they carry the freshest…read moreseafood in the area. I bought Tile fish and Mangrove Snapper, what a treat. Kim will lead you in the right direction if you are undecided what fish to choose and how to fix it. She is always willing to help. The interior is your typical fish marketplace with seafood to go. They carry numerous types of Crab including Blue Crab. Now I don't have to travel to downtown Sarasota Farmers Market to get fresh fish more than one day a week.

Spent my entire adult life eating Maryland steamed crabs (I'm from PA). The crabs at this place…read morewhere every bit as good as any Maryland crab that I have eaten. The owners are very nice couple and very friendly. I will be a repeat customer.

Lovely Mom&Pop Non-Chain Seafood restaurant. Best Crab Cake I've ever had! "All Crab No Cake" It's…read morea tiny building, but a fantastic restaurant. A tier above the rest Vanessa did a superb job, brought our dog iced water without us even asking. Will be back for more and will tell friends!

This assuming location has incredibly fresh seafood prepared well. I had a stone crab and corn…read morechowder special that was sweet and full of crab, and had fish with their tropical salsa. The sides are well-cooked, but nothing fancy. The key lime pie lives up to the hype. Drink menu is beer and wine only, and service was pleasant and our server knew the menu, too. A great place for people who love Florida seafood.

Ordered crab stuffed tripletail....excellent, served with veggies,and rice and a lemon sauce which…read morewas wonderful....large portion had to take some home.. Server Matt very attentive and pleasant Whiskey Sour...perfect, loved the foamy top.... Will definitely return...

Stopped in for a "Linner". Around 2:30. Never been here…read morebefore and really just stumbled upon it...glad we did. After promptly being seated, our server immediately put us at ease and elevated the mood. She was great throughout the entire meal. The food was elevated with the Lobster Mac very tasty and the Grilled Chicken sandwich cooked perfectly, and with two pieces made for a filling sandwich. The kids opted for chicken tenders which looked great and got their seal of approval. A high bar with these Chicken Tendy aficionados. We will likely try them again sometime and if you're nearby and need an elevated lunch or dinner or even linner...Stop on in!

The food was delicious, the service was great and the views from the windows were amazing. We even…read moresaw dolphins jumping out of the wate.

BLUF: Consistently exceptional food and service located at a dry dock (dry boat storage)…read moreoverlooking the water. I love Dry Dock Waterfront Grill and I always visit when I am in the Sarasota area. Dry Dock is always busy so I am also sure to make a reservation in advance using Open Table. Typically we sit inside but I know the back patio is popular too. If your timing and patience is perfect, you can also get a nice a nice window seat in the dining room that has sweeping views of Sarasota Bay. The inside atmosphere is bright and airy and although airy often translates to loud, Dry Dock thoughtfully put noise dampening panels on the ceiling. As far as food, I don't think you can go wrong. I always get something with grouper whether it be an entree, sandwich or tacos. On my most recent visit I got the grouper filet with coconut shrimp because I had originally been eyeing up the coconut shrimp as an appetizer. Ultimately, we decided to get the rock crab claws for an appetizer which were good but more work than I planned even though they were pre-cracked. I felt like a Neanderthal trying to eat those crab claws in such a nice restaurant. No offense to the Neanderthals, of course! I have no idea what my husband had as it disappeared. After entrees, apps and bread, we were too stuffed for dessert. I think our server was Cari and she was awesome! Attentive, friendly, funny and quite possibly a mind reader and magician. She saw the hanger in my eyes and made bread magically appear. I hope I got her name correct because she was superb! Shout out to all of the great staff members at Dry Dock -we've never had a bad experience. I love Dry Dock and it will forever stay in my Sarasota rotation.