45 Best Seafood Restaurants near Nokomis

“What a beautiful surprise we found today in search for dinner on the water. The cocktails were refreshing, dinner was delicious with a large variety to choose from, dessert was worth every calorie and the sunset water views was priceless. The service was superb with Sophie as our server. Great bands both inside and outside to compliment the relaxing ambiance. Will definitely be back!“

“This was our first time in and we will for Sure be back!!! The fish dip was delicious and the jalapeños mango margaritas were amazing. Just when I thought it couldn’t get better our tacos showed up! The Ahi Tuna Tacos are AMAZING!!!!!! Pretty much life changing if I’m being honest!!!! Would highly recommend Nokomos!!!“

“The view!!! We sat outside and watched the boats coming and going, and the bridge going up and down. Along with the pelicans lined up on the docks- it was perfect. There isn't a huge seating area, but the view was better than Pops, and the food was amazing!“

“Twelve of us went for dinner and it was a great experience. One thing !We changed our arrival time a couple of days early when it was discovered that they had a Early Bird menu. It was a very good deal!We had one server, but she had a couple of helpers. They we're good, but she was awesome. I hope the restaurant realizes what a gem they had.?“

“Found this gem by accident on a little trip from St Petersburg to Fort Meyers. Wow! Yummy to the max! Great crust, very good sauce, excellent selection, friendly service. And don’t forget the desserts-wowza! Highly recommend! We will be back!“

“The best place to go in venice!!! I love their fish dip and sauce you can get Togo. Everything is what's fresh and if you want a drink with the best outside atmosphere they have entire outside tiki bar with live music!! ? ?Parking: Parking can be a little tough during busy times. We always make a reservation online and never have an issue finding parking“

“The staff at Briandi’s was great. It’s like having dinner at a family members house. Small, casual with great food. You can tell by the pictures on the wall that everyone is very proud to be apart of this great restaurant. Chuck and his staff should be very proud of what they offer to the public and of course old friends. I am so glad I had the opportunity to eat and share some stories and good wine. Thanks to all.“

“Everything about this restaurant is fantastic. The owner knows how to treat their customers and the community. Great food, great music and great service. We love Tina the outside bartender. Please support this restaurant because the owner is a strong supporter of the community!!!!“

“Absolutely love this place! Whether it's for a happy hour with friends or a sumptuous meal, it never disappoints. The upscale ambiance and the exceptional staff elevate the experience. From well made drinks to delectable dishes and the company of amazing people, it truly offers everything you could wish for and more.Parking: It is in a strip center in Gulf Gate with plenty of parking.“

“They have a 5 star team and work together flawlessly. Not one employee passed by our table without stopping if it looked like something needed cleared. Fred (our waiter) was quirky, kind, and delightful! Best waiter we had all week! The food was fresh, flavorful, and delicious. 3rd round of mussels this week at other restaurants and Clayton’s was by far the BEST. The Clayton salad is light and the dressing is tasty. The butter they serve with the bread is different than any I’ve tasted and I could eat it with a spoon. The crab cakes were excellent and seared to perfection. The scallops melt in your mouth. We WILL be back.“

“My uncle Tim recommended that my family and I check Spearfish out. We spent a long weekend in Siesta Key and this was by far the best food we had! It wasn’t “touristy” like a lot of other places nearby - it was just GOOD. The food Eric cooked on the green egg was some of the best I’ve ever had. We will definitely be back.“

“Service excellent. Food mix excellent. I was excited to eat the crab stack. It sounded better than it tasted though. It was in real need of a complimentary sauce over it. Without a sauce this is 3 or 4 stars max. With the right sauce parring it could be 4 anyway. The crab could have a little lump backfin to make it better but... sorry to say it. Shrimp we had were excellent and prepared perfectly!“

“Their Food and Wine are FANTASTIC!!! Service and Recommendations were Spot On. Highly Recommend this Restaurant. Family owned where the parents are the Chefs and their Sons are the Waiters, been serving Sarasota Successfully for over 10 years.“

“We received impeccable service from Miguel, our waiter, at Carrabba's. The culinary experience was exceptional; the penne pasta was simply divine, and our order was executed flawlessly. Without a doubt, we'll be returning and wholeheartedly recommending this restaurant to anyone in search of a delightful Italian dining experience. Our sincere gratitude to Carrabba's, and a special thank you to Miguel for his outstanding service.“

“Food: I got the Lobster stuffed Flounder, it was delicious!Atmosphere: We got seating outside and the atmosphere was amazing!Service: Our server Ashley was awesome! Very friendly. She really took care of us! She deserves recognition!!!I would definitely come back here! I definitely suggest this place to others!“

“Reputedly one of the best restaurants in Venice, also has a Marina. The food is a diverse fine dining menu, heavy on proteins; fish and meats. You will absolutely need a reservation as the crowd is a sunset watching group, so even early diners take their time... Unsurprisingly tables start to open up after dark. Reservations for 9:00 pm were offered.“

“After being let down by the "local" places on Siesta Key, we were recommended to this place by some locals and it was our best meal of the entire trip!! Mike the manager was absolutely awesome. Our server Olivia was unmatched and should be promoted immediately. She made our awesome food experience 10x better with her awesome service experience! We did not have a single disappointing thing with our meal and all 6 of us will be back every year during spring break!“

“This place is a total hidden gem. You'd never know it was back there, it's down this really cool narrow road that's got huge trees all along it. The place has this fun, rustic, old school charm to it. It's in a beautiful location along the river. You don't feel like your at a restaurant, it feels more like being at summer camp. It's hard to describe, you gotta check it out for yourself.“

“We have visited this establishment several times, both to eat and also to purchase seafood. After our visit for lunch today (and to purchase jumbo lump), I want to take the time to give them a review. The food is always awesome. It does not matter what you order. We had the Ahi Tuna and Crabcake appetizer today and they were perfect. I had the Crabby BLT (possibly the best sandwich I have ever had) and my wife had the Blackened Mahi Tacos (which I had a bit of). They were also perfect. If you love fresh seafood prepared perfectly, then look no further. Thanks Devon and family!“

“My husband and I had a wonderful dinner at Lucarellis recently. Everything was perfect...our waiter, Hunter, was personable, knowledgeable, and provided excellent service. I appreciated the pacing of our meal. We did not feel rushed as had been the case at another "highly rated" Italian eatery in downtown Venice the other night. We both enjoyed our Ceasar salads and entrees. My husband's seafood dish was delicious; my lasagna with meatball was fantastic. Generous portion of gelato and biscotti capped off a great meal. All in all a very enjoyable and relaxing dining experience!“

“A must try dinner place. We were at Ophelia for my wife's birthday dinner and the bay facing table didn't disappoint. Cocktails and food were amazing. My wife is a vegetarian so she ordered eggplant crepes and salad and I ordered Alaskan halibut - it was an amazing dinner experience.“

“We're at Royal Coachman RV Resort and we like to support the food trucks that come here, and tonight (Feb 21st) was the Maine Line's turn. We were not disappointed, not at all. We had the 16 oz serving of Clam Chowdah and enjoyed it. We know our chowders and, while this had its own characteristics, it was still excellent in flavour. Our only criticism was that it had a lot of potatoes versus clams, but the flavour was still there.Our next dishes were Mom's Lobster Roll. The amount of lobster was generous (the menu says 4 oz) and it was claw meat. We loved it. The mayo was sort of dabbed on top. One part of me says I would have preferred the lobster meat to be chopped up and mixed with the mayo - even if it loses something in its presentation. The other part of me says I had it as it was served and I really enjoyed it, so leave it alone.Small oversight. My lobster roll was missing its coleslaw, an oversight that can happen to anyone at any time. On the other hand, my wife's roll included the coleslaw, which she enjoyed. However, the serving was puny. Our suggestion, do away with the potato chips and increase the amount of coleslaw to 6-8 oz.You make the coleslaw whereas you buy the chips. Such a change would be better for you.All told - 10/10 stars!“

“I am from the Tampa Bay Area, in March 2024 I came to visit my Aunt and Uncle who were vacationing in Venice Beach. We decided to eat pizza and stopped by this cute pizzeria on the strip. We ordered a huge vegetarian pizza…my goodness, I have never had a pizza like this in my life…I am sure I will be taking a 2 hour trip soon to just to get this pizza!!!“

“Loved this place so much, I'm planning on making many return visits. The food was great, the atmosphere was vibin' and the service was top notch. Loved the drinks, especially the frozen daiquiri in the refillable mug...what a deal!! Live music, that actually was good and played music I like was a special treat. Definitely recommend!“

“This is our Friday go to- I crave their fish fry!!!! Everything that comes out of this kitchen looks amazing. My boyfriend got the Pompano on our first trip and he said it was the best he’d ever had. Chill relaxed atmosphere and awesome people!“

“Food was great although I would've expected a little better quality of the salad. Grouper was fantastic. Cocktails were made very very good. I loved everything about the place but a little pricey. Venice area with Miami South Beach prices. Would still recommend a visit. Nice place. Nice people. ?“

“Friendly staff. Greeted immediately and with a smile! Sat us outside so we could enjoy the live music as well as our meal. My wife had the Grilled Peach Salad and I had the Grilled Shrimp. Delicious on both counts! Definitely recommend this place. Will eat here next time we visit the area.“

“Wow! So delicious. This was our first time at the amazing restaurant. The food was great. The decor is so wonderful to look at .our Server, Jaidin was our server. He was so sweet and knowledgeable about the menu and more.I was a server for years until 6 years ago and I will say he is an excellent and price server. Jaidin is the epitome of what I would want my server to be.He definitely respects that restaurant well.Thank you, Jaidin for your excellent service, kindness and sweetness. It’s rare you see that nowadays so we are thankful he was our server today.“

“Service was great! Love the ambiance - not that many of these older steakhouses around that are not noisy and have a cozy feeling. Loved the filet - barely needed a knife. I was thrilled to get an excellent Bernaise sauce with the steak. My husband was very happy with his salmon. Salad and potatoes were also excellent and since they are included in the price (which is rare any more) it makes the meal prices very reasonable.“

“Good for pub/bar food and the beer was cold! I'm always a little disappointed when I can't have something because they cross contaminate their friars. The onion rings look good at the other table but can't have it It's fried! Booo. (Seafood allergy) But in short I'm glad we stopped in for lunch on the way home!“

“We brought visitors from Canada here. It was a fun night. Our server RANDY was very attentive and chatty which made the experience much more enjoyable.We got two dozen raw New Orleans oysters and they were huge and delicious. Also two pounds of mussels, two peel and eat shrimp plus monk bread. We were stuffed. The only complain was from the ladies wanted some kind of salad or vegetable. Prices were right. Definitely going to be one of our regular places. Ask for Randy from Horseheads!“

“The hostess, she said to call her The German, went out of her way to accommodate us and was extraordinarily sweet. Service was very good.Food was very good. We specifically came because my God Daughter wanted Beef Wellington. The dish was cooked well and had great flavor.French Onion soup was very good as well.“

“Thankfully I’m not a local because I would be here multiple times a week. I love the atmosphere out on the back deck. It’s beautiful and the place was packed but regardless the service was fast and friendly. The food was amazing and the mixed drinks are dreamy. The prices are surprisingly reasonable for the large portions of wonderfully fresh seafood. You get bread at the start of the meal as well. I could eat here every day.Parking: Large parking lot with plenty of parking.“

“Carrabba's offers a take home entry of equal or less value for$10.00 when you dine in. Was disappointed that we couldn't get the entry we wanted because it was 50 cents more. Would have ordered the more expensive one for dine in if we realized they had this offer. Lesson learned. But food and service was very good.“

“We are locals and eat here regularly. You can't beat the view or service, And the food is great! Some fine dining selections and plenty of good ole fried seafood! They could do some things to update the restaurant and facility. But that won't keep us away. They also have a huge tiki-bar next to the restaurant, and the views are great. You can watch boats going under the famous swing bridge. Awesome!“

“The food was excellent. We had the ny strip, prime Rib and teriyaki sirloin. However the server was the most disappointing one we have ever had there. Our drinks came out wrong, half spilled on me when delivered, making a puddle on.the floor that we had to request a clean up for. We were never served water, we didn't get a choice of salad type, one of entrées was supposed to come with a loaded Hasselback, but we received a plain baked potato. We had asked early on for wine to be served with dinner. Took us halfway through the meal to get them, a promise to bring a soda refill right away took 15 min. We love this place and the food, but this server was rushed and not organized“

“So the steak was not melt in my mouth like buttah and yes I got the filet, normally don’t. The rest of the meal was fantastic and wine but I was surprised the steak was not as good. (I think Capital Grille does an outstanding steak by comparison)“

“We stopped here when we were at the Christmas celebration in Wellen Park. My husband and I shared a fish fry. It was big enough for both of us! Pricing was decent and the food was good. Menu is pretty good for being more of a "pop-up" location (it's made from a 20' shipping container-pretty cool!)“

“Had a really nice dinner from here. There are some reviews below complaining about the meat, but it was really good to me. The food was flavorful, and the orange chicken was made with white meat. My wife had kung pao chicken which she enjoyed and we also shared steamed dumplings which were delicious. My wife and I are from out of town, but when we return we will absolutely be eating here again. The prices are also good. Highly recommend.“

“Food was Amazing, Drinks was of course far beyond expectations and level of service is hard to come by today…which makes the daiquiri bar the best restaurant in Venice. Our waitress Zoe by far breaks records in every single category. She raises the bar on every level possible. Her high quality of customer service, knowledge, professionalism and problem solving skills are top notch. Zoe makes you give this restaurant a 5-star review every time.Thank you for taking care of my family and I and we definitely recommend this place to everyone visiting Venice and visiting Florida. Give her a raise and she is definitely the MVP of your team.“

“Seriously, the staff is absolutely amazing here ❤️. They are friendly and attentive! The food was amazing, but the drinks were out of this world as well!!! Get the Long Island ice tea, you will not regret it, I uswear. I will definitely be going back next time I am in Florida.“

“This is our 2nd time visiting this restaurant…both times were equally amazingly delicious. We had meals from spaghetti w/meatballs, stuffed shells, shrimp scampi, penne w/vodka sauce. We were here tonight to celebrate our sons 17th birthday. I called to make a reservation for 9 of us, the owner was so appreciative of our group being there tonight. We met the chef, he made some very special dishes for us tonight. It is a hidden gem in this small plaza. Seating is very limited, so if you are going as a large party, I would recommend making a reservation. Highly recommend this restaurant for your next Italian night.“

“Great place to hang out at the end of the day after you have consumed all the sun you can take. Prices are a little higher and portions a little smaller but I think that's just how it is now a days. Easy walking from where we were staying. I recommend checking it out.“

“One of the best steaks I've ever eaten! Te steak was well seasoned and cut through like butter. Fantastic. My son (5) had the kids burger and that too was excellent quality.Parking: Plenty of parking at WPKid-friendliness: They have a kids menu. Great for the little people“

“Succulent lamb with spot-on seasoning and a tasty crab cake tart made for a memorable meal. The waiter, with her impressive knowledge, suggested the perfect choices. Her attentive service and the serene indoor setting created a truly relaxing dining experience. Can't wait to go back!“