Dockside Boot Key Harbor
A lively dockside bar and grill with nightly live music, stunning harbor views, and delicious food beyond typical bar fare. Accessible by car or boat.
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Dockside Boot Key Harbor
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Must-see attractions
A lively dockside bar and grill with nightly live music, stunning harbor views, and delicious food beyond typical bar fare. Accessible by car or boat.
"The perfect spot to relax with live music, frozen cocktails, and amazing food while overlooking Boot Key Harbor."
Order at the bar
Order at the bar and your food will be brought to your table. Expect a casual, self-serve atmosphere.
Happy Hour is a must
Visit during happy hour for great deals on food and drinks, typically from 3-7 PM daily.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Bar & Grill
Price
Mid-range
Phone
(305) 735-4205
Address
35 Sombrero Blvd, Marathon, FL 33050, USA
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Live Music & Dockside Vibes
Enjoy nightly live music in a relaxed, open-air setting overlooking Boot Key Harbor. The perfect waterfront escape.
Unique & Flavorful Dishes
Beyond typical bar food, savor creative options like homemade conch fritters and perfectly seared tuna.
Fantastic Happy Hour
Great deals on drinks and appetizers daily. The perfect time to enjoy the atmosphere and water views.
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Order at the bar
Order at the bar and your food will be brought to your table. Expect a casual, self-serve atmosphere.
Happy Hour is a must
Visit during happy hour for great deals on food and drinks, typically from 3-7 PM daily.
Locals First Mentality
Be aware that during busy times, local patrons may be served before others.
Embrace the outdoors
Enjoy the open-air setting, but be prepared for occasional flies due to the waterfront location.
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Order at the bar
Order at the bar and your food will be brought to your table. Expect a casual, self-serve atmosphere.
Happy Hour is a must
Visit during happy hour for great deals on food and drinks, typically from 3-7 PM daily.
Locals First Mentality
Be aware that during busy times, local patrons may be served before others.
Embrace the outdoors
Enjoy the open-air setting, but be prepared for occasional flies due to the waterfront location.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Dockside Boot Key Harbor is a beloved local spot praised for its vibrant atmosphere, live music, and waterfront views. While many rave about the surprisingly good food, especially the unique dishes and fresh seafood, some diners have noted issues with service prioritizing locals during busy periods. Despite this, the happy hour specials and laid-back vibe make it a popular destination for both boaters and car-driving visitors looking for a casual Keys experience.
"I stopped in for happy hour on a weekday and had the chipotle blackbean burger with sweet potato fries. It was very good and the wine was a good value for the low happy hour price. Can't beat the water view! Relaxing, fun place with a great laid-back beach vibe. You serve yourself from the bar."
Gin Burke
"Fantastic locals spot in Marathon in the Florida keys. You can visit by car or boat, and we definitely visited with the Caymas 44 And had a blast at Dockside Boot Key Harbour! It was packed on a Sunday and the live music, drinks, and food were perfect!!"
Drive Boat Ride
"This place is great! Casual vibe but Not your typical bar food and cocktails. Refreshing drinks, delicious food, great service (thank you Sheila), friendly locals and awesome views. Including a view of manatees mating on the nearby and bar. Would love to come back for the live music. Highly recommend!"
Shari Kludt
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Frequently Asked Questions
Expect a relaxed, open-air, and casual atmosphere with a great waterfront view and live music nightly. It's a popular local hangout.
Yes, talented local musicians play live music nightly, contributing to the vibrant atmosphere.
Reservations are generally not required as it's a casual bar and grill with self-seating and bar ordering.
Happy hour from 3-7 PM daily offers great deals. Evenings are lively with live music.
Yes, Dockside Boot Key Harbor has a floating dinghy dock and is accessible by boat.
Don't miss specialties like homemade conch fritters, seared Ahi Tuna, fish tacos, and the loaded Bloody Mary.
Due to its waterfront location, occasional flies can be present, which is common in outdoor Keys dining.
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For a genuine local experience and fried fresh seafood or a satisfying greasy burger, Dockside is a must. Talented local musicians play there nightly, and the locals hang out at this bar with a great view of the Boot Key mooring field. The night we went, we were treated to “gypsy country” by a group called The Lost Sailors, but they said that’s just what they were calling themselves that night.
Guide to Tiki Bars of Marathon
Situated on the waterfront on the southern edge of Boot Key Harbor, Dockside has the perfect floating dinghy dock, happy hour from 3pm – 7pm, and live music seven days a week. During happy hour, Bud Lite is only $2.50, wine is $3.25, and well drinks are only $4. You can have rounds of drinks, happy hour appetizers, and live music, and be hard pressed to spend $20 apiece.
Best Happy Hours in Marathon, Florida
Dockside Bar & Grill is located right next to the Boot Key Harbor marina area. It’s a great spot for looking out at the water, enjoying live music, and getting super-speedy bartending service while savoring their great happy hour specials. Deals include: well drinks for $4, Bud Light draft for under $3.00, and as well as tasty bar food at a discounted price.
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