SARASOTA – The pass between Longboat Key and City Island has three great restaurants. On City Island, there is the more casual New Pass Grill. It is extremely casual and sits almost next to the bridge between the islands.
It dates from 1929; you can get a burger there for just over $5. They also offer bait and hats, over 1,000. Fun spot.
Just a few hundred yards east, but also overlooking the pass, is The Old Salty Dog. Situated on an expansive corner near the Marine Max dealership and across the street from Mote Marine, its view is matched by its simple food and friendly service. It’s large enough that you can usually get a table, except on big weekends.
Across the pass on Longboat Key is The Chart House. It’s one of the dozens in the chain of restaurants, but nothing about it feels like a chain. The view moves across the pass and out to the Gulf; its the sort of place you are not afraid to order a prime rib.
Read more about Sarasota restaurants in our handy Sarasota Restaurant Roundup.
