Sharky's On the Pier

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1600 Harbor Dr S
Venice, FL 34285
Venice Fishing Pier, 1600 Harbor Dr. S., Venice Island, FL 34285. OPEN DAILY. Fishing License is NOT Required. The Venice Fishing Pier is located at Brohard Park on the south end of the island of Venice, and is owned by the City of Venice. The 700-foot Pier is a great location for fishing and to end the day watching a beautiful sunset. Connected to Sharky's on the Pier, the only beachfront restaurant in the Venice area, the Pier offers Papa's Bait Shop, with live & frozen bait, coffee, treats, jackets, shirts, and more. Nearby are six picnic shelters, two sand volleyball courts, and public restrooms with showers. Open at all times. There is no fee to access the Pier and avid and amateur fisherman of all ages can fish from the Pier without a fishing license.

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3.51,614 reviews
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Megan M.
9/2/2025

I really enjoyed Sharky's!!! Their patio is truly to die for, fantastic views of the gulf and right on the beach. Lots of seating and variety on their menu. Their calamari was awesome. I was...

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Erilyn Enroute L.
8/13/2025

Never Disappoints! A Venice Beach Favorite Sharky's on the Pier is hands-down my family's favorite spot whenever we're in Venice Beach. It's the perfect mix of great food, a laid-back coastal...

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Crystal R.
8/6/2025

One of the best water/ocean views in the area. Vibes are fun here! The sunsets for dinner are amazing, we always ask to set up top for the views to see the pier and sunset. Downstairs has a lot...

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Frank N.
7/30/2025

Touristy? Yes Fun? Yes Tropical drinks? Yes Frozen drinks? Yes What can I say but this place is touristy but fun and I really enjoyed sitting at the bar outside looking at the ocean and chatting...

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Tiffany D.
9/1/2025

This place is a blast. Right on the beach and it has a diverse menu. They also give zucchini bread that was a big hit with my kids. Everything was on point. So very much fun. Lots of photo ops and...

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