Longboat Key: Where to Eat and What to Do
By Carson B. · Updated November 6, 2026
Longboat Key is mostly a dining and quiet-island trip. Go to Dry Dock or Mar Vista for the water, Harry's Continental Kitchens for the garden and bakery, or The Lazy Lobster for seafood. Walk it off at Joan M. Durante Park.
On the water
Dry Dock has the laid-back waterfront feel, and Mar Vista sits dockside under ancient buttonwood trees. Lo' Key Island Grille adds more water views.
Longboat Key dockside dining under ancient buttonwood trees
A nice dinner
Harry's Continental Kitchens is the 45-year institution, with garden dining and a bakery. The Lazy Lobster is where locals bring friends for Florida seafood, and La Norma brings Sicilian hospitality.
Longboat Key's 45-year institution — garden dining and bakery
What to do
Joan M. Durante Park is a restored 32-acre wetland, an easy, quiet walk. St. Armands Circle and Lido Beach are just across the bridge, so see our St. Armands guide to fill the day.
Coming up on Longboat Key
Questions
Where should you eat on Longboat Key?
Dry Dock or Mar Vista for the water, and Harry's Continental Kitchens or The Lazy Lobster for a nicer dinner.