Construction is underway at the Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant & Pub. Business Continues as Usual!
The long-awaited, major renovation of Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant & Pub has officially commenced as part of an initiative to completely remodel the iconic Longboat Key restaurant. Outside seating for lunch and dinner service is still available for guests to enjoy!
A new state-of-the-art kitchen is the first project currently underway, anticipated for completion within the next four to five months. And, according to Chiles Group Culinary Director and Erik Walker and Mar Vista Executive Chef George Quattromani the kitchen remodel is a significant game changer for Mar Vista.
Walker states, “Food is our top priority. We are really excited about the additional offerings we can provide to our guests like chef’s tasting menus showcasing many of the sustainable seafood projects we are a part of as well as the produce and herbs from our farm, Gamble Creek.”
Despite the current construction, the establishment has ensured that it will remain open with outside seating available on the covered deck or under the canopy of the majestic Buttonwood trees. The inside will not be available for seating while the project is underway. Guests are encouraged to come in to track the progress, take in the long-term vision for the restaurant and enjoy a wonderful waterfront dining experience as usual.
“The plans for Mar Vista are designed to preserve the past and enrich the future, while adding some new exciting features,” said Chiles Restaurant Group owner Ed Chiles. “The remodel will strive to retain the original integrity of the ‘Old Florida’ feel that is such an important part of Mar Vista’s classic Longboat Key location.”
With old crab pots as wine display, vintage photographs as wall coverings and a copper bar top reminiscent of the original Mar Vista bar, the newly designed restaurant by the Schimberg Group also incorporates updated features like a functional water tower for growing on-site herbs and vegetables, vintage wood and porcelain tile, a working outdoor fireplace for those cooler nights on the deck and a newly designed dining area with tiered banquet seating.
Mar Vista renovations will come to a brief halt after completion of the kitchen remodel, timed perfectly for the rush of season, before construction resumes on its new dining room in May.
It is advised to call before visiting with any questions about seating or menu options. For any assistance, Mar Vista friendly front-of-house staff can be contacted at (941) 383-2391.
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