Danet’s guidebook
Food scene
This place is walkable from the Kayak parking it is great & affordable place for breakfast and lunch.
10 locals recommend
La Niña Restaurant
1571 Overseas HwyThis place is walkable from the Kayak parking it is great & affordable place for breakfast and lunch.
Tiki Bar right in front of the houseboat. Open from 11:30am to 8:30pm.
48 locals recommend
Burdines Waterfront
1200 Ocean View AveTiki Bar right in front of the houseboat. Open from 11:30am to 8:30pm.
This is a barbecue restaurant they are open from 8:00am to 10:00pm everyday. They have happy hour from 3-6pm
17 locals recommend
Porky's Bayside Restaurant and Marina
1410 Overseas HighwayThis is a barbecue restaurant they are open from 8:00am to 10:00pm everyday. They have happy hour from 3-6pm
I love their chicken wings! Their hours change so make sure to check prior to going but they are very close to the kayaks parking space.
47 locals recommend
Castaway Waterfront Restaurant & Sushi Bar
1406 Ocean View AveI love their chicken wings! Their hours change so make sure to check prior to going but they are very close to the kayaks parking space.
Faro Blanco Resort and Yacht Club
1996 Overseas HwyIf you want something more fancy this is a great place.
Want some live music? Visit this place but make sure to check before going.
9 locals recommend
Dockside Boot Key Harbor
35 Sombrero BoulevardWant some live music? Visit this place but make sure to check before going.
Sightseeing
You can access this beach with your kayaks if you are up for the trip. Check google maps for trail.
97 locals recommend
Sombrero Beach
Sombrero Beach RoadYou can access this beach with your kayaks if you are up for the trip. Check google maps for trail.
Snorkeling
Snorkel sombrero reef & sandbars plus more!
Check them out on IG @marathon_mermaid
Marathon Mermaid Charters
1688 Overseas HwyCity advice
What to pack
Bring water shoes if you plan on getting inside the water.
Don't forget your sunscreen.
Book before you go
Fishing trip from a local
I know a local who offers fishing trips or half day island trip. He also rents fishing rods and bait. He delivers to the houseboat. I have his information if interested just let me know and I will pass it along.