5 Best Waterfront Restaurants in Nokomis

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A photo of Ophelia's on the Bay restaurant

1. Ophelia's on the Bay

4.8

Exceptional(6225)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Siesta Key

Booked 30 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.

2. The Banyan House

4.4

Awesome(209)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • North Port

Booked 25 times today

Enjoy Creative Cuisine at Downtown Wellen Park's Landmark Lakefront RestaurantNEW AMERICAN CUISINEEnjoy citruswood-fired steaks, seafood, and pasta, plus creative chef-driven small plates while surrounded by beautiful scenic views.

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3. The Point kitchen + cocktails + sunset

4.3

Awesome(370)

Price: Moderate

• American • Osprey

Booked 4 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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5. The Waterfront Restaurant

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Price: Expensive

• American • Gulf Gate Estates

Discover Greek and Mediterranean food at its finest at the Waterfront Restaurant. Opened by the Lagopoulos family in 1986, this family-friendly eatery has delighted diners with its hearty dishes and warm hospitality. On any given day at the Waterfront Restaurant, you can see family members working fastidiously to make every visit delicious and enjoyable. The menu includes some of the restaurant's most renowned dishes, from crisp Greek salads to chargrilled steaks, made to order. Soups and salad dressings are made from scratch daily, for the freshest, most flavorful taste. The Waterfront Restaurant features a diverse array of dishes, from French and Asian appetizers to burgers, shishkebabs and barbecue babyback rib platters. The restaurant features a full bar, offering a wealth of wines, as well as domestic and imported beers and classic cocktails.

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