Some genuinely excellent starting points for the best Seafood near Sarasota — are Jack Dusty, Duval’s, Juicy Seafood, Owen’s Fish Camp, Walt’s Fish Market, and Crab & Fin. Each place sources its Seafood locally, right from the beautiful, nearby Sarasota shores, which are teeming with wildlife.
Their menu options, overall vibe, and reputation keep customers returning for more day after day.
During your stay in one of our Sarasota rentals, don’t miss your chance to dine at one of these fabulous eateries!
Jack Dusty
Open 8-9 daily, with breakfast specialties from 7-11:30 a.m., this place is found inside the local Ritz Carlton Sarasota and offers waterfront cocktails, micro-brews, and much more. While deciding what to order, they can quickly start you off with some drinks. All brews and micro-brews are craft made in-house, and they have something to serve up every mood. When it’s time to order your entrée, consider seafood favorites like the whole fried snapper, roasted grouper, or shrimp and grits. They also offer land options such as beef tenderloin and crispy half chicken and vegetarian selections like the roasted vegetable pasta.
Jack Dusty is located at 1111 Ritz Carlton Drive.
Duval’s
Seafood near Sarasota does not get better than Duval’s (11-10 daily but closed 11 p.m. Fri & Sat). According to TripAdvisor, traveler’s Choice named them Best of the Best in 2021, and they’ve earned such a reputation seven years in a row! Happy Hour is from 3-6 p.m. and 9-closing daily. You can hang out freely at the bar and grab some of their appetizers, called “Bar Bites” (small appetizers like mini-cheeseburgers, stuffed mushrooms, or spring rolls, $10). Then, move on to the scallops Rockefeller, ocean scampi, seafood bouillabaisse, pan-roasted salmon, or lobster mac and cheese. If you’re looking for a genuinely tempting seafood meal, you can find it here at Duval’s!
Duval’s is located at 1435 Main Street.
Juicy Seafood
There are plenty of options from their menu: starters, wings, soups, oysters, fried lunch baskets, sides, and much else. Some of their most popular options include the fried catfish basket, steamed oysters, and make-your-own combos. You can customize your experience by picking a seasoning such as lemon pepper, Cajun, or garlic butter. Open daily at 11:30 a.m., and this place gets a little full on the weekends, so we’d recommend inquiring about a reservation. Dinner service runs until 9:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday, until 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 9 p.m. Sunday.
Juicy Seafood is located at 560 North Washington Boulevard.
Owen’s Fish Camp
Stop in Sunday through Thursday from 4 to 9:30 p.m. or Friday and Saturday from 4 to 10:30 p.m. to enjoy a mouthwatering meal at Owen’s Fish Camp. They, of course, offer dine-in service, and they also accommodate specific take-out orders. Here, you can have your fill of cornmeal-crusted catfish and taste heaven itself. It comes with spicy collards and fresh grits. Plus, they sear it in perfectly smooth brown butter (that’s been oven-baked for the right amount of time to get it into that lovely light-to-dark-brown shade). Other notable menu options include the Low Country Boil, spicy jambalaya, lobster Cobb salad, and more. Their menu is so expansive that your only problem will be narrowing down your choices! If they have it in stock and it’s in season, you can also try out their one and only Mississippi Mud Pie to finish your meal!
Owen’s Fish Camp is located at 516 Burns Court #7030.
Walt’s Fish Market Restaurant
Open 11-9 daily (closing at 10 on weekends), Walt’s Fish Market Restaurant sells same-day caught fish taken straight from the Gulf and prepared according to the best standards for gutting, cleaning, and more. You will taste how good and fresh this fish is in just one quick bite. It’s their specialty, after all, and the chefs here have many years in service (and many more to come)! They know how to whip up any battered, fried, grilled, or otherwise seared fish to perfection. Be it filet, trout, rainbow fish, salmon, carp, or anything else, and they know how to treat any taste buds that come in hungry. The establishment is a classic one here, according to the locals, and has been around since 1918. Walt’s Fish Market Restaurant also features a tiki bar if you’re not hungry but would like to stop for a quick drink and mingle with the locals. They also feature a market that sells fresh fish in multiple assortments. Other Seafood, like crabs, scallops, and more, is sold there. Pick up some delicious seafood to prepare in your own kitchen back in your rental!
Walt’s Fish Market Restaurant is located at 4144 South Tamiami Trail.
Crab & Fin
Come in Sunday through Thursday from 11:30 to 9 or Friday or Saturday from 11:30-9:30 to catch all the action and meet some new people. If you like Happy Hours, come in 4-6 any day to sip on any selection of their extensive wine list. They use both locally and globally sourced choices in their menus, offering both lunch and dinner menus daily (and a brunch menu on Sundays). One of the top menu options for Seafood would be the Gulf American Red Snapper, which comes with orange sweet potatoes and roasted pico de gallo. You might also enjoy the European Dover Sole, Florida Stone Crab Claws, Mediterranean Bronzini, Cedar Plan Scottish Salmon, or Alaskan Halibut. If someone in your group isn’t in the mood for Seafood, they can try the Korean Style Braised Beef Short Rib, Half Pound Angus Burger, or another tempting land option.
Crab & Fin is located at 420, St. Armands Circle.
Sarasota condo rentals are nearby any of these restaurants and can offer you a wealth of comfort no matter how long you stay. We’ve got different bedroom sizes, amenities, and much more. Our Sarasota vacation rentals are carefully crafted to help you feel right at home, from the convenient amenities (such as fully stocked kitchens and high-speed internet access) to the breathtaking views of the Sarasota area.
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