As we say goodbye to friends before heading North, we had dinner with a long time friend who loves Shore. Shore remains the perfect setting for the key and the vibe is upscale; not to mention the food and drinks are great as well. Great water views, cool ambiance, nice drinks and food all equal a guaranteed nice dining experience. Reservations strongly recommended given its popularity. read more

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Shore is consistently an excellent choice. While its beautiful waterfront setting and inviting ambiance are enough to keep me going back, the quality of the food and service are equally impressive. I highly recommend making a reservation around sunset if possible, because the changing views and lighting create a memorable experience. For a more casual meal, the burger and truffle fries are outstanding and generously portioned. On a recent visit, I ordered one of the pasta specials, and every bite was packed with flavor. My husband often chooses one of the fish entrées, and it's always prepared exceptionally well- there arent ever any leftovers on his plate. Considering the quality of the dining experience, the restaurant is reasonably priced for an upscale restaurant. My only criticism is the limited parking. Overall, Shore is a restaurant I would confidently recommend to anyone looking for a wonderful meal and a beautiful evening out. read more

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Arrived by boat. Great service and a wonderful menu. I targeted the Grouper, why not when in Florida. Calamari appetizer was gigantic and delicious. Shrimp Ceviche & Guac made a nice presentation and tasted great. All of our entrees were perfectly prepared and delicios. The restaurant has the views and and beautiful deck for outside seating. Nice bar menu with lots of tropical drinks. Good price/value relationship. Fun vibe overall in a beatiful part of the world. Very focused, not to big menu, usually points to consistent quality across almost all of their appetizers and entrees. When I see the small menu it makes me happy because it is going to be good. Excellent price/value relationship. read more

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I wish this restaurant with the same view was where I lived! Phenomenal serene and beautiful atmosphere right on the water with large glass windows so you could sit inside and enjoy the magnificent water view. For people who have boats, you can also arrive by boat. All of the food was delicious and most things were able to be made gluten free and even items that most restaurants can't do gluten free and this is NOT a gluten free restaurant. We started with a ceviche appetizer that came with guacamole and freshly homemade corn tortilla chips which was was so fresh. My husband had the pan seared local snapper entree and I had the Hawaiian big eye tuna mignon which came with shrimp risotto, yellow tomato and bok choy in a lobster buerre blanc. For dessert we shared a piece of key lime pie that was also gluten free and I had the Oaxaca to drink. Service was fabulous as well. read more

Shore - New American Near Me - Longboat Key, Florida

Beautiful location right on the water. Unfortunately, the food and service did not live up to the beauty of the restaurant. It took a while for drinks to arrive and service just felt slow throughout the entire evening. For apps, the calamari was delicious and unique from typical calamari with the addition of the cabbage and Thai flavors. I ordered the beet salad with salmon as my entree- I was quite disappointed with the few number of beets, only one bite of goat cheese, and bland salmon slapped on the side. The lettuce was quite dry, but once I asked for a side of the herb vinaigrette, it was delicious! The pepper crusted salmon entree was very good. read more

Shore - New American Near Me - Longboat Key, Florida

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Thought it was going to be nicer than it was. The calamari was tasty but bothered my stomach later. The burger was awful. Barely any beans. I tried to cut it and it was super stretchy, no idea what they used as a binder. Flavor was super overpowered by caramelized onions. Had to get a reservation but yet the place wasn't full. Tons of staff though. Overpriced and not worth it. read more

Shore - Kung pao calamari - New American Near Me - Longboat Key, Florida

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Everything about this place is just fantastic. From the food to the setting, it's fantastic. Whenever we're in the area it's a must go on our list. read more

Shore - Even the sign says it all. - New American Near Me - Longboat Key, Florida

Shore Shore Shore, I think last night was our last visit for a long time. Not only is the menu unchanged from years ago and dated but it's frankly unimaginative and boring now. The salmon was mushy, pomegranate reduction was far too sweet, there was zero cheddar on the kids pretzel sliders which were also dry and overcooked, zero seasoning on anything, no bacon jam on the shore burger, and the same salad was served with the jenga ribs that was served with one of our appetizers (kung pao calamari) - see what I mean with lack of imagination?? Hosts were dull and couldn't even muster a smile. Two stars only because our server was efficient, friendly and personable. read more

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Extremely disappointed. Shore has always been one of our favorite restaurants, which is why we chose it to celebrate my daughter's birthday. Unfortunately, the entire experience--from the service to the food--was unacceptable. We started with the truffle fries, which we usually love, but there was absolutely no truffle flavor. We sent them back, only to have the exact same fries returned--still no truffle. The entrées were even worse. My husband ordered the ribs, which smelled and tasted spoiled. He ended up only eating the salad on the side. I ordered the shrimp pasta special, and the pasta was completely undercooked and hard. I had both my husband and daughter try it to be sure I wasn't crazy, and they both agreed. When I informed the waitress, she removed only the shrimp from the top of the dish and placed it back in front of me. There was no offer to remake the dish or provide a replacement. When I explained that the pasta was undercooked, she dismissively replied, "If you didn't like the way it tasted, you won't like it if we replace it," and repeated the same response when I told her it wasn't the taste but that it wasn't cooked properly . Her attitude was rude, unprofessional, and completely inappropriate from the get go. At that point, my daughter's birthday celebration was ruined, and we chose to leave and have dessert elsewhere. The best thing about the experience was the valet. I don't know what has happened to Shore, but the drop in food quality and service is alarming. I truly hope management takes this feedback seriously and gets things back on track. read more

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Great spot! Came here on a bachelorette with a large group and it was perfect! They sat us outside near the water, promptly brought us waters and greeted us. We started with drinks and a bottle of champagne for the bride which was brought in a wine chiller to keep it cold, they made sure none of our drinks never ended up empty. We ordered a ton of different things and everyone had marvelous things to say! The scallops & risotto, Pork chop, salad with steak, grouper, and a few other items. Everything tasted fresh, was brought to our table promptly and made sure we had everything we needed! Will definitely be back when down in siesta key again! read more

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The food was amazing, and so good! I got the snapper. Steven was our server and we'd ask for him again! So nice, fun, and so friendly! Couldn't ask for a better server read more

Great meal and wonderful views. We loved our experience at Shore. Service was great and we had awesome dishes. Perfect place to celebrate an anniversary or special occasion. read more

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I enjoy this restaurant each and every time I dine here! Love the vibe of this place. There's a beautiful store with gorgeous items like jewelry and beach wear attached. The food is wonderful. Service staff are all impeccably amazing at helping you choose a good selection off of the menu. Cocktails are equally fabulous. Looking out the oversized picture windows is like being outside and right on the water. You shouldn't miss this one, check it out for sure. read more

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If you're looking for a 5 star all around experience from the perfect intimate waterfront ambiance, attentive service, and mouthwatering food, look no further! The herb and shallot goat cheese served as part of the artisanal bread and spread stood out with its savory flavors and creamy texture. We enjoyed the fresh, bold flavors of the black pepper crusted Faroe Island salmon and the pan seared snapper. I particularly enjoyed the crispy yet creamy arancini rice cake and citrus butter with my snapper. The blood orange margarita was refreshingly delightful and I enjoyed more than one! With the beautiful views and excellent food and drink, I certainly felt I was where I was meant to be...if only I could stay! read more

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Absolutely beautiful restaurant on Long Boat Key. Has a stunning view. We went on a fairly chill day (55 degrees) and they had screens that came down on the deck so we were still able to enjoy the gorgeous view and keep warm. We started with the Tuna Tartare, which was spectacular (my personal favorite) because the tuna and avocado were so fresh. The fish tacos were also spectacular - loved the mango pico de gallo. We also tried the Shrimp and Scallops, which was served on delicious lemon risotto. Not pictured but we also got the Shore burger, which was also great! The only downside was our server was not super friendly... which I think can really alter the overall experience. Other than that - it was spectacular! Definitely a must try. read more

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Wow we had an incredible Birthday dinner with family! They reserved an amazing table in the corner right on the water for us! The calamari appetizer was incredible and the entrees even better. The wait staff was attentive and professional checking in on us throughout the meal to ensure everything was good and we had everything we needed! We came before sunset and even though we were facing East we got a wonderful sunset overlooking the marina. The place is fully accessible and the tables tiered so everyone has a decent view overlooking the water. The only drawback is the restrooms have exceptionally low toilets which are made for kids. They should have fully ADA restrooms and don't. Thank you for an amazing night, excellent service, excellent food, and desserts! You made this very special occasion wonderful and we can't wait to come back! read more

We went here for lunch with friends. This is a very nice restaurant with great views of the water, multiple seating areas (one of which has fire pits) and a nicely appointed full bar. The beet salad ($15) had a lot of spring mix and a mix of sliced beets. A side of bread ($6) was an appropriate accompaniment. I had the crab salad ($35) which had plenty of lump crabmeat over spring mix and some thin sliced veggies. Valet parking is available or you can self park. The service, decor and food were all very good. Prices are in line with the upscale feel of the place. read more

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Come here for the beautiful view of the water and food! It's a favorite spot. Pull up in your boat or drive by car. FYI- the parking lot is very small so you most likely will need to valet. Seriously, the food is amazing. It never disappoints. Some favorite dishes are the scallops, snapper, miso grouper, and calamari. We dined Friday night with a group of friends. Everyone enjoyed their meal. Drinks were delish. We even indulged in a couple desserts! The snapper and cheesecake were the winners. Our waiter was friendly and attentive. If you arrive early, you can shop at the boutique. Pricey but super cute outfits if you want to spurge while on LBK. Don't have reservations? Head to the bar instead. I've been lucky a couple times and snagged a spot. read more

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We had an absolutely amazing time! The food was delicious and the service was wonderful! Our server named Steven was super attentive and went above and beyond for the table! Will definitely be returning! read more

Excellent view of the water, open area. From the time you pull up for valet service, and get seated, you were treated with a friendly smile, super nice wait staff. Food was served quick and efficient. Looked great and tasted great. Great place to watch the sunset and the moon rise over the water. Just pure beauty. read more

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This place never disappoints! I always have come by boat, and was surprised to find they were pretty empty on Saturday night of Memorial Day weekend. Apparently there had been a power outage caused by a transformer having gotten hit about an hour before we arrived for our 7:30pm reservations. They had all the doors open, trying to cool the place down, but it was impossibly hot out. Thankfully, things cooled down quickly as soon as the power was restored and the staff did a great job! The calamari appetizer is a perfect sharing option. Can't go wrong with the lobster and crab salad...I can't help myself but I have to order it every time! read more

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Great service! Excellent view! The fish tacos looked fantastic and tasted as good as they looked! The shore burger was also excellent. Perhaps a bit past medium well over to well but it wasn't dry, so ok. The truffle fries were very good. Served a bit on the cool side, unfortunately. Great to watch all the boats and the water! read more

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Amazing dining spot on longboat key. We came here with a group of friends a few days before Christmas and we loved every bit of our food. We had a later reservation so the sun was already gone, but I know this place has amazing water views if you come in the day / evening. They also have indoor heaters for when it's cold at night and my wife sat right next to it. Since it was our fist time we ordered a bunch of appetizers; ceviche with guacamole, kungpao calamari, and their famous Lobster, Shrimp & Crab Cobb Salad. We enjoyed everything, tho we could have just ordered the Cobb salad, as it was so large it was a meal in and of itself. Since it was around Christmas time, they also had a special menu which had a special drink which I ordered (I think it was called Mistletoe .. something), but we all agreed it was the table's favorite drink. My wife and friend also got an espresso martini, which I thought was one of the all time best I've tasted. For the main meal I ordered one of the specials, a shrimp pasta, which I thoroughly enjoyed, even being a bit full from the apps. This place is an amazing spot for date night or dinner with your friends. I would love to come back again during the day, possibly even for lunch. read more

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We arrived at The Shore on Longboat Key by boat, and it felt like stepping into a Caribbean resort. The view from our table overlooking the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway was fantastic --truly best in class. The atmosphere is upscale waterside chic, perfect for a relaxing meal. For lunch, I had the grilled grouper sandwich with truffle fries, and it was excellent--fresh, well-seasoned fish on a perfect brioche bun. Two of us had the grouper sandwich, while the other two had the fish tacos, and everyone enjoyed their meal. Bottom line: We loved it and will definitely be back. read more

It feels like a vacation when eating at the Shore. Delightful beet salad, and shrimp and scallops on bed of risotto. Restaurant was packed on a Tuesday night. Our salad came quick but dinner took very long. Attentive waiter checked on us to apologize for delay. I am thinking we were forgotten because other tables seated after us were done with their meals before ours even arrived. I thought we would be comped with a dessert or discount on bill but didn't ask and did not receive anything. Put a bit of a damper on meal read more

Waterfront views - spectacular. Appreciate the valet parking. Our server was fantastic. We ordered the king pao calamari appetizer- DELICIOUS and full of flavor. I ordered the grilled springer mountain farms chicken chinois salad. Perfect lunch portion. It was fresh and the taste was wonderful. Definitely recommend this place for a casual lunch, date night or out on the boat and need a quick stop to grab a bite to eat and get back on the water (they offer call ahead ordering so your food is ready when you sail up to the dock). read more

Shore - Waterfront dining - New American Near Me - Longboat Key, Florida

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First time visit and highly recommend you visit too! Ask to sit by the water because the view is amazing. Service was great as well (shout out to Monica)! Food and drinks were delicious. There is designated parking along the main road and they offer free valet service! I do recommend having some cash available to tip the valet associates tho. Overall great experience at Shore! read more

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This place is a gem! The food is consistently good, and I love how clean and well-maintained everything is--including the charming boutique (if you have to wait for a table just shop around!). I ordered the miso grouper, which was perfectly cooked and full of flavor, while my boyfriend had the fish tacos and absolutely loved them. My parents enjoyed the grouper sandwich and crab salad, both of which were fresh and delicious. The salad came out late due to the Saturday lunch rush & our server kindly took it off the bill which showed how much they care about their customers enjoying their meals and coming back. This was my second visit, and I'm already looking forward to the next. The atmosphere is adorable, making it a perfect spot for a great meal with family or friends! If you're arriving by boat, keep in mind that dock space can be limited around noon on weekends. read more

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Beautiful restaurant and great service! Ceviche was okay. I really enjoyed my tuna mignon entree. Cocktails were also fantastic. I had the blood orange margarita. It's a must go! read more

Shore - Tuna mignon and Snapper - New American Near Me - Longboat Key, Florida

Shore is the kind of place you want to take your out of town visitors to, if you want to show off the fact that you live in paradise, and it will now be my go-to place to take friends who come to visit my wife and me in our new(ish) Florida home. First off, it's a gorgeous restaurant. Modern, kind of coastal vibe, but with lots of wood, too. The outdoor seating area can be turned into indoor seating when the weather is poor. The food is excellent. I had the branzino, which was fabulous, and possibly the best branzino I've ever had. My wife had the fried chicken and she enjoyed it very much. The mac & cheese was rich, creamy, and delicious. If I had to pick on one thing, it was that our server was a little inattentive, and we went really long stretches without a visit from her, so our drinks ran dry and stayed that way, and were never refilled. However, the restaurant is huge and we saw her bouncing all around, serving people inside, outside and in other areas of the restaurant, so I assume we just slipped her mind. I cannot wait to return to Shore by boat, as that will only make the experience better. Our boat is gassed up and ready to go...get that branzino ready! read more

My friends and I had dinner here and had an amazing experience from start to finish. I accidentally made my reservation for the wrong date, but the staff accommodated us on a busy Saturday night without any hassle. The food was incredible, and the view made the experience even better. I ordered the salmon, and it was cooked perfectly. Our waiter, John, was so kind, attentive, and made us feel truly welcomed. I'll definitely be recommending this restaurant to anyone visiting! read more

Shore - New American Near Me - Longboat Key, Florida

Always a great choice. Beautiful setting overlooking the bay. Staff friendly and professional. Food is consistently creative and delicious. Top notch. read more

Had a lovely birthday dinner! Patrick and Canaan were fantastic and created a welcoming experience. Nevada the manager made sure to personally assure a great birthday dinner and went above and beyond. The whole team worked together like a well oiled machine. Had drinks at the bar prior and they were so kind too. Will definitely be back! read more

Shore - New American Near Me - Longboat Key, Florida

A bit upscale vibe! Nice ambiance somewhat romantic. The hostess was nice, friendly. Our waitress was very friendly and polite. Food was ok. I was not too impressed but overall it was good! read more

These places make me miss my Florida upbringing. Dining on the water, fresh seafood, and immaculate vibes. This was one of my last meals on a recent trip to Florida and I couldn't have asked for a more appropriate setting. Shore Longboat Key is waterfront dining at its Florida finest. You're greeted by valet when you arrive, though you may be lucky enough to snag street parking. When you enter, you're immediately saying "wow" audibly. The restaurant is huge, but extremely modern with a gorgeous build out. Open kitchen, a bar that catches your eye, and an outdoor deck overlooking the serene waterfront views. A tropical cocktail seemed appropriate. Something with an umbrella in it. Boom, a Mai Tai sounded great and boy was it great! I had to control my urges to not consume it too quickly. Our large group ordered a robust selection of appetizers and split everything. The two I most looked forward to were the Shrimp Ceviche and Tuna Tartare. These were exceptional. Shrimp Ceviche ($19) served with guacamole and toasting cumin corn tortillas. Fresh, fresh, fresh is the main thing that comes to mind. One of the best guacs I've had in a while too. This is quintessential summer cuisine in Florida. Tuna Tartare ($19) avocado, cucumber, tobiko, wonton crisps, sriracha aioli, beet ginger vinaigrette. Beautiful presentation. The flavors were in perfect harmony with one another. The crispy wonton chips were elite. A top tier starter of a dish that I couldn't eat fast enough. When you're done eating, I implore you to walk out to the dock and soak in the peaceful views. Watch the boats, look for fish, soak in the serenity. Well done, Shore. Consider me impressed! read more

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Our waitperson Chris was as good as it gets; friendly, honest and always there when you needed him. The food was spectacular; we all had different versions of the lobster/shrimp/crab "mountain." It was abundant, creative, delicious and so large a portion that 3 of our group of four had to take it home for lunch the next day. Oh, and did I mention the setting: on an inlet to Sarasota Bay with boats coming and going, fish jumping and birds diving. Cannot wait to return to my favorite new restaurant on Longboat Key. read more

Probably one of the most underrated restaurants in the island, would highly recommend. Parking is a breeze since they offer complimentary valet and we didn't have to wait for table since we went to dinner early. We started with drinks of course, we got the espresso martini, dirty martini and old fashion, all them were delicious. For appetizer we got the crab cake, Thai calamari, and the spreads with smoked salmon. All were amazing but the crab cake took the show, my favorite dish of the night. For entrée I got the shrimp and scallop risotto and the fish tacos, both were delicious. I would highly recommend. We finished off with cheesecake and ice cream! Overall great experience, great service and delicious food. Would go again read more

Shore - Crab cake, Calamari, Smoked Salmon - New American Near Me - Longboat Key, Florida

I was visiting a friend in Bradenton & we made a reservation here, the establishment is absolutely stunning! I would go back just for the Kung Pao Calamari, very unusual but delicious, I would have this as my meal! I had the Miso Marinated Blackened Grouper, a couple others of us had the same thing & we had to ask for more of the sauce because it was bland. I eat a lot of grouper in Florida & this was good but not great; wouldn't order it again would try something else. I would return for the ambience. read more

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Such a nice dinner spot! The restaurant was beautiful and the views from the deck at night with the lights on the water looked amazing. Food all came out fresh and everything was delicious:) read more

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Amazing and gorgeous mid century vibe right on the water. Went at night so did get to see the spectacular views. But beautiful big oval bar that brings a lot of energy when you enter. The shop looks awesome but was closed. The drinks were fantastic and the food was delicious when we finally got it. There was a little hiccup w service but no big deal. Highly recommend the Jenga ribs. Look forward to going back in the future. read more

Shore - New American Near Me - Longboat Key, Florida

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