Superb service, outstanding menu items and daily specials along with our waterfront views, set us apart from all the rest. Sample our famous seafood chowder or our signature tapas. Or indulge in our full lunch or dinner menu that is sure to please. Dine inside or on our outside patio. Order a specialty cocktail and just sit on the dock and watch the Waterway pass by.
The pelicans, dolphins and manatees will entertain you. On Friday nights, our courtyard comes alive with the music of Take 2. Dine and dance under the stars. Pelican Alley was established in 1981, but the history of the building begins many years earlier. Built in the 1900's as a fish camp, it morphed into a local bar and boat rental, and then to the Admiral's Wardroom.
The pelicans, dolphins and manatees will entertain you. On Friday nights, our courtyard comes alive with the music of Take 2. Dine and dance under the stars. Pelican Alley was established in 1981, but the history of the building begins many years earlier. Built in the 1900's as a fish camp, it morphed into a local bar and boat rental, and then to the Admiral's Wardroom.
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Take 2 has been playing in the area for over 20 years, entertaining thousands of people. They play every era of music from the 40's up to current with a mix of country, pop, rock, Latin and disco. You'll hear everything from Lady Gaga to Patsy Cline. They have been honored with winning BEST OF THE BEST OF VENICE local band with over 15,000 votes.
Take exit 195 (Laurel Road) and head west. Cross U.S. 41 and proceed down Laurel Road which turns into Bayshore Road. Follow Bayshore to the intersection with Albee Road. Take a right and Pelican Alley will be immediately on your left, just before the drawbridge. Take exit 200 (Route 681), then follow to U.S. 41 South.
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Cheryl Barnard
Jan 24, 2022
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Pam Frisk
Jan 21, 2022
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Gary S.
Jan 19, 2022
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Riley B.
Dec 22, 2021
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Tyler Foister
Nov 17, 2021
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Pretty disappointed in my experience here this afternoon. I came here with a couple friends and while their meal was good, I ordered a bacon cheeseburger that was very disappointing. I ordered it medium and it come out overly well done, and I work in the service industry and am not one to usually complain but it was honestly not good at all. I reluctantly talked to the waitress about it and decided to wait for another burger to come out. This one came out almost just as cooked through as the first burger, totally well done again but slightly juicier so there was a small upgrade to the first burger
Wendi Hudson
Nov 13, 2021
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Mindy C.
Nov 04, 2021
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Lynda Molino
Nov 02, 2021
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Monika S.
Oct 27, 2021
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Fantastic and friendly service. Great location next to the Albee Rd bridge over the intracoastal waterway--you can watch the bridge go up to let the sailboats or taller sport fisher boats go through.
We shared the Tex-Mex dip with chips as an appetizer. My husband had the burger and I had the chicken avocado wrap. All were good, but our favorite was the key lime pie we split for desert. The whole thing was most enjoyable because of the our fun and attentive server. We will definitely go back if we are back in the area.
We shared the Tex-Mex dip with chips as an appetizer. My husband had the burger and I had the chicken avocado wrap. All were good, but our favorite was the key lime pie we split for desert. The whole thing was most enjoyable because of the our fun and attentive server. We will definitely go back if we are back in the area.
Jean P.
Oct 18, 2021
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Outstanding! Make a reservation and be prepared to be entertained! Even though they were shorthanded they made every effort to get us our cocktails and food as promptly as possible. The crabmeat stuffed pretzel was amazing. The craft cocktails were good. The entrées were all reasonably priced and everyone was happy with their choice. The best part was the entertainment. Great Live music and we were on the dance floor most of the night. We will definitely return!
Lisa Smith
Oct 15, 2021
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Michael T.
Sep 25, 2021
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Was at this restaurant on Saturday 9/25/21 about 2:00pm.
Was seated by hostess and as we were sitting down we noticed an open booth over looking the water. We asked a passing waitress named Ann or Anna if we could move to sit in the open booth over looking the water.
Her response was Crapy, Snide, Arrogant and Rude. "You will have to ask the hostess!!!" It was not a conversation sentence like let me get the hostess for you since she controls the seating.
So I stood at the table for about 5 minutes and we never saw hostess again. Our WONDERFUL WAITRESS ERIN came over to take our order
Was seated by hostess and as we were sitting down we noticed an open booth over looking the water. We asked a passing waitress named Ann or Anna if we could move to sit in the open booth over looking the water.
Her response was Crapy, Snide, Arrogant and Rude. "You will have to ask the hostess!!!" It was not a conversation sentence like let me get the hostess for you since she controls the seating.
So I stood at the table for about 5 minutes and we never saw hostess again. Our WONDERFUL WAITRESS ERIN came over to take our order
Kimberly K.
Jul 25, 2021
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We are staying at a nearby resort and arrived too early for check in so we stopped here for lunch and it did not disappoint! Everything was fresh and the location has great history! The waitress was so friendly and great with my kids. We had crab cakes, dynamite shrimp, kids fish and chips, kids chicken tenders and fries, fish tacos and seafood Po Boy. Would definitely visit again!
Dan M.
Jul 11, 2021
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This was right on the water with a tiny gift shop inside. There was also a bar with 5 or so seats and a small dining room. The service was appreciated, and the menu had lots of intriguing options.
For appetizers, the seafood nachos ($12) and steamed littleneck clams ($15) were ordered. The nachos consisted of corn chips topped with grilled shrimp, scallops, lobster meat, jalapenos, Cajun spice, and a lobster sauce. This was solid except for the handful of stale corn chips. The combination of the fish with the lobster sauce made for a different type of nachos. The clams were cooked in a garlic
For appetizers, the seafood nachos ($12) and steamed littleneck clams ($15) were ordered. The nachos consisted of corn chips topped with grilled shrimp, scallops, lobster meat, jalapenos, Cajun spice, and a lobster sauce. This was solid except for the handful of stale corn chips. The combination of the fish with the lobster sauce made for a different type of nachos. The clams were cooked in a garlic
Dave P.
Jul 09, 2021
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This little spot has great atmosphere, awesome food and outstanding service Right on the water and you can dine inside or outside The only reason I didn't give them 5 stars is their pitchers of beer are higher than anyone else in the area. That is a huge no go! Will not be drinking there anytime soon
Emma H.
Jun 21, 2021
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Kaylene W.
May 09, 2021
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I was here on vacation this weekend, I came here twice I liked it so much! We came Friday and had there specials which was the stuffed grouper with asparagus and red snapper with rice, the fish on both were AMAZING! I would say I wasn't a huge fan of the cocktail I ordered "hurricane Irma" it was green and it tasted green... I dont know how else to put it.
We came again on Saturday and had the ceviche and crab bites appetizers both were above my expectations and we had the broiled grouper and fried red snapper fish and chips this time. Their sides are so-so, but I'd definitely
We came again on Saturday and had the ceviche and crab bites appetizers both were above my expectations and we had the broiled grouper and fried red snapper fish and chips this time. Their sides are so-so, but I'd definitely
Travess F.
Apr 22, 2021
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Joseph S.
Apr 10, 2021
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If you like crummy food, poor service and even worse management, then this is the place for you. Without their location on the water, they'd be another boarded up and closed down restaurant.
I ordered chicken and after cutting it on my plate I noticed it came out slightly pink in the middle. Not a big deal, that happens. I pointed this out and sent it back. 15 minutes later they brought out the same chicken, sliced up and overcooked.
They must have seen I was hungry however as they did leave me with my plate of vegetables to sit idly on the table, steadily getting cold as they awaited
I ordered chicken and after cutting it on my plate I noticed it came out slightly pink in the middle. Not a big deal, that happens. I pointed this out and sent it back. 15 minutes later they brought out the same chicken, sliced up and overcooked.
They must have seen I was hungry however as they did leave me with my plate of vegetables to sit idly on the table, steadily getting cold as they awaited
Ben C.
Dec 01, 2020
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Great little-known local restaurant located not far from Sarasota. We had a wonderful server and went on a night where there was live music and cool atmosphere The restaurant is really cool inside and has a glass floor where you can see fish and learn about the restaurant history. Around the back there is a dock where boats/water taxis can pull up to let people off. The restaurant offers two areas of outside seating and indoor seating options so there isn't ever a worry about having to wait. I ordered the dynamite and coconut shrimp as well as tasted their seafood nachos which were all delicious
Christina W.
Nov 23, 2020
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Boon C.
Oct 06, 2020
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We were here visit a friend who just move here from Tampa. So we meet here for lunch as he have suggested. It is good place to have food and meet. We were here at the open and the waitress was friendly to invite us into the restaurant.
The restaurant is at the inner bay with water view. We got a window seat with bay view and the draw bridge as a view. We started with seafood nachos with shrimp, bay scallops, and lobster meat. This is delicious. The second appetizer is the scallops soprano, this is the best dish with scallops in it and blue crab claws meat. Their seafood chowder should not miss
The restaurant is at the inner bay with water view. We got a window seat with bay view and the draw bridge as a view. We started with seafood nachos with shrimp, bay scallops, and lobster meat. This is delicious. The second appetizer is the scallops soprano, this is the best dish with scallops in it and blue crab claws meat. Their seafood chowder should not miss
Nick S.
Sep 27, 2020
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Had a tasty and fun lunch here. Water view on intercoastal just before the drawbridge to Nokomos Public Beach (walking distance). Seafood chowder was very good. Lota of seafood. Some real bacom in there. Very tasty. Seafood nachos were good and fun. Crab cakes were doughy and I wouldn't recommend, but ottherwise everyrhing was tasty and the nautical light decor, service, and water/ seabird, drawbridge, fishing views are great. You can walk across the bridge.to the beach from here. And there is probably more parking over there than at the restaurant but I think both can be tight busy season
Anna Bubula
Aug 25, 2020
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