50 Best Dog Friendly Restaurants Longboat Key

“My mother and I drove quite a ways to have lunch at Harry's because she could use a special treat after some arduous days. Right from arrival the staff was warm, welcoming, and catered to our every need. The pace was just right, never rushed, and always right there when we needed them. The food was delicious and there were plenty for leftovers, too. A wonderful experience.“

“Great, casual, friendly spot.“

“Awesome place! Staff were great, food was delicious and can’t wait to go back!“

“Tyler’s is awesome 🍦🍨 Highly recommend!“

“My new favorite LBK restaurant! The Grouper Ruben is AMAZING!“

“Decided to go here on a Wednesday evening and there weren't many people there. Usually a red flag but we are in off season and their prices aren't super consistent with having a ton of people. Anyway.
Service was excellent and had a great conversation while getting excellent food service.
Food quality was incredible as there was incredible depth to the food. The portion size isn't what I'm used to at most Italian restaurants. They were far smaller than usual. However. I preferred the smaller plates and focus on quality. This is one of the hidden gems on the key. Please, especially if you prefer a home cooked, reasonably portioned Italian food.... Do it. I will be ordering takeout (at least) and should provide an updated review if anything changes.

Please, if you're out here reading this, give it a shot.“

“We were on vacation last week and went to Wolfies for an early dinner as my husband grew up in South Florida and used to go to the one in Miami. He was so excited to be able to go to one of his favorite restaurants from his childhood! This place did not disappoint. We started off with the pickle plate. Not my cup of tea but everyone else enjoyed it. He had the soup flight which were ALL delicious and the turkey with the fixings. I had the Matthew Broderick (a patty melt) that was amazing. Our friends had the slider trio and pastrami and brisket. We all sampled each others food and wow! We finished it off with some cheesecake that was the best I've had. No wonder my husband's family had such fond memories of this place. Do yourself a favor and go!“

“Great food and friendly staff!“

“We love this place after our first visit. Our son and his girlfriend told us about it and we decided to celebrate our daughter's birthday there. The owner, Mauricio, is authentic and so full of love. It's like having your favorite cousin make you an amazing meal. We HIGHLY recommend the Pane e Amore experience!“

“My husband and I stopped in for lunch and shared the Rosarito burrito. AMAZING!! We will definitely be back!“

“Our first visit and won’t be our last! The food was so good. Flavor in every bite. Great customer service. Loved it!“

“The best ice cream in Florida! Generous portions, friendly staff and a wonderful location. You can sit inside or outside, both are fun. Can't wait to go back, yummy!!!“

“We love the staff and the atmosphere! Having a place to bring the dogs that offers an indoor and outdoor area is awesome, especially for Florida! There is always different events and fun things going on at boos ☺️ Perfect for humans and our furry friends!“

“For 100% vegans, this fine dining experience is worth the extra cost. The food is delicious and diverse. However, tonight I tried a dish I wouldn't order again: the filet for $49. While the texture was appealing, the flavor was lacking and became unexciting after a few bites—I truly wanted to love it! Unfortunately, they only had butter as a sauce option. The accompanying mashed potatoes were enjoyable, and I appreciated my mocktail, a fig espresso martini.“

“Great vibe, kind people, awesome specials“

“We had dinner at Siegfried's Restaurant on Feb. 26th - our third meal there and we always leave with big smiles on our faces. The schnitzel and sauerbraten are both excellent, as are the sides and desserts. The staff is warm and engaging and we were so happy to meet and speak with the chef/owner. The restaurant is in one of the cozy-looking cottages on Fruitville Rd and is the perfect setting for this authentic German restaurant. Be sure you make a reservation and be prepared to enjoy a fantastic German meal!“

“Great food, service, and atmosphere!“

“I love this place. becoming so addicted

Parking: Plenty of free parking

Kid-friendliness: totally kid, friendly and safe

Wheelchair accessibility: the parking is great and the outside sitting“

“Atmosphere is nice, clean and cute, outside seating is available too. The food is delicious and fresh, they have authentic Hungarian and new contemporary creation options to choose from! The staff is very friendly, kind and polite! Overall an excellent experience, I would recommend this place to all who visit the area!“

“We enjoyed Fam! We ordered today for delivery. My baby loved the tofu scramble! We would order again!“

“We ordered Pizza and it was delicious!! The service was great!! Sophia made us feel welcome and was very pleasant. She must have visited our table 6 or 7 times making sure we were doing ok.“

“Amazing açai bowl. Friendly owners :-)“

“AMI Pizza was good and our order was ready in 10 minutes.“

“Exceptionally smooth coffee. This is hands down the smoothest coffee I have drank, and I drink a lot of coffee, which is something brewed into most U.S. Navy Sailors. You won’t know unless you try it, then you will understand that this coffee sells itself, which is what a good product should do. Try it, and you’ll be convinced. ~ U.S. Navy Sailor“

“If you are in the Bradenton, Florida area I highly recommend visiting Bayshore Nutrition. The owner is so nice, the store is beautifully decorated and the teas, protein donuts, energy bites, chocolate pb protein parfait were outstanding! We will definitely be back! 🫶🏼🙌🏻“

“My friend and I went on Saturday night. We both had a drink and ordered appetizer while looking at the menu. Our waiter was right there with our hot appetizer within minutes. We both ordered shrimp and scallops coleslaw hush puppies along with our fried calamari appetizer. Our food was one of the best we've had in and around Bradenton/Sarasota. The atmosphere was perfect and service was the best. I cant wait to go back.“

“Dropped in by chance in August while visiting from Scotland. We were blown away by the welcome and such a lovely surprise to find I could have a few beers while my girls shopped for gifts. Met new friends at the bar too after sitting for a few hours. Legendary status in my book and we will be back for sure. So pleased to see you are bouncing back too following the recent Hurricanes. Anna Maria Strong for sure. Steven, Jennifer and Cailin“

“Fresh fish prepared well awesome sides to choose from. Great small joint vibe with Live Music and an awesome back yard. Get there early the line gets deep fast. 10 out of 10!!“

“Excellent!!!! Unexpected. Very happy to find this restaurant. Delicious food, served beautifully, seasoned to perfection, and our server, Linda, added to the great experience. Go!“

“Best food ever ! The lobster bisque is hands down the best you will ever have !!!“

“This is my tribe and is the absolute best vibe in all of Bradenton. I love this place!“

“Shake Station has became our favorite restaurant. We eat there at least once a week. The staff are amazing very polite and friendly. The food is great and prices are very reasonable.“

“The best. My family and I we had the best food 🍱. Evething was delicious. People there very sweet and amazing“

“Skinny’s is simply amazing. Simple menu with great tasting burgers. You won’t go wrong eating here. Ice cold mugs of beer too.“

“Wow! What an impressive evening at every level. Do not hesitate and book this restaurant for your next food adventure. The moment you walk into this establishment, you know the vibe is cool and these people know their food & spirits. The food is incredible and different than the typical Sarasota restaurant that has the same boring food offerings. I was impressed with the Iberico pork dish and unusually amazingly flavored vegetables and spices that accented the smoky, tender pork. The yuca side dish was similar to a potato but more flavorful and crispier mixed with an addition of corn, pickled cabbage and other vegetables. I haven't found a dish that impressed me more in recent years. The crispy salmon was a "oh wow" moment for my friend, who hails from the Pacific Northwest as do I, where Washingtonians know a thing or two about salmon. This restaurant provides your palate something different and if you're a veteran of dining out constantly, this is a welcomed change from the ordinary. The New York steak included an amazing demi glaze exploding with flavor and had the perfect consistency which can be a challenge to make right but State Street Eatinghouse + Cocktails got it right. I highly recommend the fried Brussell sprouts appetizer as they were a flavor explosion in our mouths. The bacon amplified the sprouts with the accompaniment of the balsamic glaze. My friend's husband and mine, who usually don't like this vegetable, were pleasantly surprised and ate more than the obligatory "try one" bite. State Street Eating House + Cocktails is owned by the same people that introduced us to tapas restaurant "Beso", which I recently tried, and awarded it my "Best Restaurant in Sarasota" award. This restaurant belongs in the "Restaurant Hall of Fame" of Sarasota or even US restaurants. I love it! My waiter, Dana, was super attentive and impressive. His vast knowledge of the drink and food menu was spot-on and his candor and expertise added to the whole evening's experience. What an amazing restaurant! I can't wait to book my next reservation and I'm kicking myself for not trying it sooner. Cheers! Dietary restrictions: I appreciate they were mindful of my cow's milk allergy which makes eating out difficult since most dishes have butter and/or cheese. Thank you for helping me feel confident about eating here.“

“Sun King is a super fun pet & family friendly brewery. There are a variety of different events for everyone each month. Lady loves to hang out with me on back patio and the swing! Cant get me off that thing. Lots of wonderful beers and wine /ciders / NAs / kombucha / sodas, etc. There is something for everyone. My favorite beer is the Oktoberfest and the Wee Mac Scottish brown ale. So delicious! A must see/ visit in Sarasota! ???“

“We went to Pelicans for the first time yesterday and couldn’t love it more! Jeff was absolutely amazing and made the first visit an entire experience! His customer service skills and passion for what he does is is unmatched! Even if the snoball, was awful he made the entire visit! But I promise you it was the best snoball I ever had!!! Don’t pass this place up!!“

“Anna Maria Oyster Bar - Ellenton, FL After spending the day at the Florida State Fair in Tampa, my fiancé and I decided to stop by Anna Maria Oyster Bar in Ellenton—and we’re so glad we did! We ordered fried oysters, French fries, and cheese grits, and everything was absolutely delicious. The oysters were fried to perfection, crispy on the outside yet tender and flavorful inside. The cheese grits were just the way I like them—nice and thick—and the fries were a great complement to the meal. Even better, our food arrived quickly and fresh. Our waitress, Lilly, was fantastic, providing friendly and attentive service. We also appreciated how the rest of the staff greeted us warmly as we walked through the restaurant. It’s little details like that that make a place feel extra welcoming. The restaurant itself was clean and well-kept, including the bathrooms, which is always a big plus. Anna Maria Oyster Bar now has four locations, and after this experience, I’d definitely visit again. If you’re in the Ellenton area and craving fresh seafood with great service, this spot is a must-try!“

“First time tonight and I LOVE this place! The owners and staff were friendly and gracious. I didn't eat, but the menu looked great. I'm excited to go to more events here!“

“Get the Bavarian cream ones, you absolutely will not be disappointed!“

“I’ve been waiting for an authentic upscale Cuban restaurant in the Sarasota area and it’s finally here! I am Cuban and grew up eating delicious Cuban food. My mother is an excellent cook and has taught me to make many of the traditional dishes. Many restaurants claim to have Cuban food, however, most are a mix of other Carribean dishes. Cuba 1958 is authentic. The croquettes are delicious and so is the shrimp cocktail.. the steak was delicious . The yucca was amazing and so was the congri. This is a restaurant not a cafeteria. The ambience is classy. They have a great assortment of wines and liquors. I was very pleased with the service and attention. I tried to convince the owner to open one in Lakewood Ranch. My husband and I will be returning. It’s worth the drive.“

“Hands-down, best catering and multitasking chef professional chef in Sarasota, Florida, and the West Coast top-notch thank you Chef Mike!“

“Fantastic place! Awesome grouper sandwiches and tacos. Waitress was amazing with our toddler!“

“A great place to meet your local farmers and find specialty items. There is plenty of hot food and it's a delight to stroll downtown with the background sounds of the local musician of the week. A lot of the vendors are seasonal. Fresh sourdough, bone broth, veggies, seafood, whole chicken, microgreens, and so much more! My gut is a happy lady! ??“

“Best coffee shop in Bradenton. Nice central location, close to the water and downtown if you want to go for a stroll before or after your coffee. Excellent quality coffee with some nice takes on speciality drinks. Kind and attentive staff. Some decent snacks if you want to grab a light bite as well. Parking can be a bear, but it’s worth it. One of my favorite places in town to work on my laptop if I need a change of scenery.

Parking: Parking can be difficult here with all the tourists, especially during high times. Bring your patience.“

“Been here a few times now and loved it every time. The employees are great! There's one we usually see and I wish I knew their name, but they always seem very genuine and present in the conversation and I appreciate that. Also, they all make great gelati creations. I hope they all get more money bc they deserve it.“

“I booked a three hour outing yesterday with Captain Bill for my husband’s 63rd! We drove down from SC to visit my aunt and uncle who live here. Bill was a joy and despite the windy, cooler weather, we had a blast! We would def book a repeat outing in the summer. Highly recommend this outfit for some fun time out on the water.“

“The seafood sampler was delicious- the scallops melt in your mouth like butter. The ocean scampi was good, but the garlic was a bit overpowering. Pleasant staff and comfortable outdoor seating… it was nice for a higher end meal.“

“5/5 stars! Oak & Stone exceeded my expectations in every way! The rooftop bar was incredible, with stunning views of the Twin Dolphin Marina! But what really made our visit stand out was the exceptional service from the bartenders. Tessa was hands down the best bartender I've ever had - she was knowledgeable, friendly, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout our visit. Taylor was also great, providing excellent service with a smile. The drinks were crafty and delicious, and the atmosphere was lively and fun. We can't wait to come back and enjoy another night out at Oak & Stone's rooftop bar!“

“Best place to have a meal on the island! Amazing ownership & staff!“