Yesterday we went into the SFC at mid-tide. We have a 50′ Ocean Alexander with a 4′ draft. They were expecting us. In the channel approaching them, our depth finder was reading .2!! We continued very slowly into the marina to our assigned slip. As we backed into the slip, we were churning up mud. We waited 3 hours for high tide and left. The marina had never warned us. Yes it is the Field Yacht Club in Sarasota. A beautiful Club but for us the approach was very thin and the slip we got would have been a problem at dead low, which was in the morning when we would have had to leave. Don’t want to take anything away from the Club and they were great let us wait for the tide to come up and then we left, no charges for Electric or the slip. Very accommodating. Mark Callahan
$2.65 per foot, per night (30 foot minimum), $3.25 per foot, per night (vessels 60 feet and over)
Type of dockage:
floating concrete decked slips and face docks
Live Aboards Allowed:
no
Total number of slips/berths:
317
Dockside Power Connections:
30/50/100 amp power hookups available
Dock. Fresh Water Connections:
Available.
Showers:
Available. Climate Controlled
Laundromat:
Available.
Restaurant:
four on-site and several others nearby
Restaurant Recommendations:
Marina Jacks, Deep 6 Lounge, Patio Lounge (all on-site)
Provisioning Possibilities:
Walk or take courtesy shuttle to Publix supermarket or Whole Foods supermarket 1 block away
LPG (Propane) Availability:
Available. Take marina shuttle or taxi to gas distributor (ask marina staff for name) for tank refill 1 mile way, or to gas station for LPG tank refill about 3 miles away
Waste pump-out:
Available.
Wi-Fi Internet Access:
Paid WiFi Available
Fuel Availability:
Gas & Diesel Available
Fuel Notes:
Fuel pumps will remain open with CC 24/7
Fuel Prices (All Taxes Included)
Reporting Date:
April 15, 2024
Fuel Notes:
Fuel pumps will remain open with CC 24/7
Gasoline Price:
$5.55 (All Taxes Included)
Diesel Price:
$5.40 (All Taxes Included)
Any Quantity Discount:
Available. 10 cents off per gallon-300 gallons or more
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Reviews from Cruisers (17)
Marc Holtzberg- September 8, 2015 - 9:53 am
I have not stayed in Marina Jacks in a long time but, their service is unchanged. When you radio for a slip they come meet you and help you tie up. In the morning you will find a newspaper in your cockpit. The only problem I had was a Fountain powerboat that was next to me was incorrectly tied and threatened to crash into my boat when the winds shifted. I jumped on the boat and fixed his lines. Never saw the owner or any of the marina staff there at all to correct or comment on the issue. I guess he was a just another blow boater.
We were part of the Cape Coral Cruise Club recent visit to Marina Jacks and this was our third visit this year by boat. we are always impressed with this operation, the staff, the facilities, the restaurants. one of our favorite stops along with Florida west coast. Joe Vizzini
Stayed at Mooring Field 2 nights. Great location and beautiful spot. There are some issues that need to be addressed. There are only a couple of no wake signs installed be Marina Jack which manages the Field owned by the City. Fishing and pleasure boats cruise through the Field regularly; there is no policing or security although there is a Fish and Wildlife boat at the marina. One of the tour boats operating out of the marina–Le Barge–takes a sanctioned shortcut through the field. Folks at marina seem to feel there is not much they can do. It’s a shame! Hedda Cohen
The next to last stop on our trip was the always popular Marina Jacks in downtown Sarasota. After breakfast by the cruise leaders, several members hopped on the shuttle to visit the Ringling Circus and Art Museum and the John Ringling Mansion. Others opted for the great shops and restaurants in downtown Sarasota. Cape Coral Cruising Club
I stayed at Marina Jack’s a couple of weeks ago heading up the gulf coast in a sailboat. I loved the place. Yes, the bar is a bit loud, but only while we were in the cockpit. Down below, no problem. The showers/bathroom were as good as any I’ve ever seen, and the security is great. A short walk to all of the shopping or eating out you might want. If I move my boat from the east coast to the west, that’s where I’ll head… Steve
I love the mooring field, dink over to O’Learys Tiki Bar and walk to Marina Jacks from there. Short walk to downtown and lots to do there. Marina Jacks has the best showers anywhere, if they only had a pool it would be perfect. Cambren Davis
After much controversy in Sarasota, Marina Jacks opened its mooring ball field about a year ago. We recently used the field. The marina management, staff, and facilities are first rate. It is located right downtown with numerous restaurants nearby and a Whole Foods within easy walking distance. The only drawback is that out of the 35 balls, only 3 are set aside for transients. They do take reservations but you will have to move on if your ball is reserved before you want to leave. The daily rate is $20. You can still anchor outside of the field boundaries but it is a lengthy ride to the dinghy dock.
Actually this restaurant and all the great restaurants in downtown Sarasota are about a 10 minute walk from Marina Jacks (0.6 mile) so no taxi is necessary. Enjoy Barnacle Bills, Floribbean, Patricks, El Greco, Etc. Chris Barlow
Paul & Hakuna Matata's crew- December 23, 2012 - 11:02 pm
We had just started exploring the Gulf Coast, the first fuel stop being Marina Jacks. Our experience was so pleasant that we decided to extend our stay (with 6 kids in tow this time). The dock manager (Sam), and deck hand who assisted us (Keith), were so welcoming that it was almost disconcerting to us New Yorker’s – being generally accustomed to a more “reserved” attitude at local marinas, yc’s and fuel docks. If you’re in the Sarasota area and looking for a very family friendly, spotlessly clean, & welcoming environment – Marina Jack’s is the place.
We stopped here in early May 2012. The staff are anxious to help, floating docks are roomy, laundry and shower facilities clean,a free newspaper is at your slip daily, and free DIY pumpout is available at the slip. We loved being able to take the courtesy van to the Ringling Museums. Only gripe is the charge for WiFi – almost every marina now has FREE WiFi. Julie Stocksdale
Don’t miss Marina Jack, Sarasota. Dining from outdoor casual to upstairs white tablecloth. !st class marina facilities, and professional staff. Lovely city waterfront park on-site. Easy walk to Main St. with dozens of more dining choices. Blake Whitney
Stayed at Marina Jacks marina one day due to storm, early April 2011. Marina staff and facilities were wonderful. Later going back south, anchored in Sarasota Bay off Marina Jacks for 2 days. Free pumpout by friendly nice young man. Just call Marina Jacks pumpout on CH 16. He even put fresh water in tank after pumping out and then pumped out again. Mary Dixon
It was a last minute decision to tie up at Marina Jack. We hailed the dockmaster on the way in and they were quick to assign a slip and were there to take our lines as we approached. First class operation. It is busy there with the restaurant and bar patrons adjacent to the transient dock. The live band plays into the evening (this was on a weekend). Whisper
This was the fourth night in our trip from Ft. Lauderdale to the Gulf Coast and it was another great marina. The docks extremely well maintained, the staff helpful and the onsite services excellent. Again, we did not get to stay long but by report they have a local shuttle that is very helpful to resupply and get you around town a little. We are planning a trip back to explore the west coast of Florida hopfully next year and Marina Jack will most likely be our base of operations. Forgot to mention that the onsite dining is excellent. There are several restraunts on site and I forget which one we ate at, but it was excellent and by report all the others are as well. Cahoots
Hi Claiborne, Marina Jacks was one of the nicest marinas that we have visited. They have approximately 30 transient docks primarily located on the outside of D dock. This is a long floating dock with 40ft finger slips. It is well protected from the westerly winds, but with 10 to 15 knots of blow, there can be some current running the length of D dock, making docking a little interesting! Paulette did docking practice and did very well! The docks are in impeccable condition with all of the normal electrical, water and cable hookups. The dockhands were exceptional helpful. There is a security gate with an access code to the transient area. We discovered the laundry area with a direct veiw over the water…a delightful way to handle one of boaters’ chores. Each morning, the Sarasota newspaper mysteriously appeared on our aft deck…a nice touch. Access to downtown Sarasota could not have been better. It’s a five minute walk, of which three minutes are waiting for the traffic lights to turn in your favor. Once downtown, foodies like us can walk five minutes further to a very large and well-stocked Whole Foods plus a number of very interesting restaurants. For those of us with dogs, the marina is situated right next to the nicest park we have ever visited. What can be nicer than walking your dog through pathways along the waterfront! Marina Jacks now has a courtesy van. This service was just added during our five day stay, so “the rules” of where and when it goes are still being developed. However, I was able to go to both WestMarine and Publix all in one trip. Dockage was $2.25 a foot plus electric which seems on par for a top quality marina on Florida’s West Coast. I hope that this is helpful John
Hi all, We had spent 3 wonderful days in Sarasota,Fl upon recommendations from other turtles. Would just like to say thank-you for the great advice. We stayed at Marina Jacks, excellent marina, secure, clean, boater friendly and very accesible to town. We took the trolley to St. Armand’s circle (lovely), ate in Sarasota twice at Two Senoritas and Patricks, (excellent). We toured the Ringling Bros. Museum and all we can say is next time we’ll use the whole day (wow).Had a fantastic time and would recommend it as a must stop!! Dick and Elle m/v Summer Wind
Sarasota is a great stop, the marina is top notch, but u can anchor out and dinghy in. The town is awsome and i would not pass it up…lots of great dinning and dancing. Bill & Ana Feller Knot Tide Down
$3.25 per foot,per night (vessels up to 60 feet), $3,25 per foot per night (vessels 61-130 feet), $3.25 per foot per night, per night (vessels over 1 30 feet), minimum charge – 35 feet
Boat/US Dockage Discount:
Available. 10% Discount
Type of dockage:
fixed concrete decked slips and face dock
Live Aboards Allowed:
yes
Total number of slips/berths:
291
Dockside Power Connections:
30/50/100 amp power hookups available
Dock. Fresh Water Connections:
Available.
Showers:
Available. Climate Controlled/ fitness center
Laundromat:
Available.
Swimming Pool:
Available.
Restaurant:
6 on-site and several others within walking distance
Restaurant Recommendations:
Portafina Italian Restaurant on-site, complimentary shuttle van will take you to Sands Point Restaurant, Barefoot Tiki Bar
Provisioning Possibilities:
Take shuttle van or walk to Publix supermarket or CVS drugstore short distance away
LPG (Propane) Availability:
Available. Take taxi or shuttle from marina to Ace Hardware for LPG tank exchange 2 miles away
Waste pump-out:
Available. $15.00 per pumpout. free at fuel dock
Wi-Fi Internet Access:
Free WiFi Available
Fuel Availability:
Gas & Diesel Available
Fuel Notes:
ethanol free
Fuel Prices (All Taxes Included)
Reporting Date:
April 15, 2024
Fuel Notes:
ethanol free
Gasoline Price:
$5.35 (All Taxes Included)
Diesel Price:
$4.45 (All Taxes Included)
ValvTect Dealer:
Yes
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Reviews from Cruisers (9)
Anna- June 22, 2016 - 3:55 pm
My husband and I stayed here last week while on vacation….we actually stumbled upon it. What a beautiful resort. We were pleasantly greeted by Pete the dockhand. He was very helpful. We were very impressed by the amenities, pool (pool towels are given at office) and very nice showers, bicycles for loan, Publix within walking distance. Harbor masters store and staff was awesome. We didn’t make it to Portofinos but will visit it next time. We will definitely be back.
The next morning the boats departed Palm Island traveling north to the gorgeous Longboat Key Club Marina and Resort. Due to an unannounced bridge closing on the GICW just north of the Venice Inlet three boats went out the Venice Inlet and proceeded north to New Pass Inlet returning to the GICW and into Longboat Key. Most of the boats were in slips along a sea wall less than fifty feet from the beautiful pool and a fabulous restaurant.
The next morning, breakfast was provided by the cruise leaders before members headed out on their own; some taking the Longboat shuttle bus to St. Armand’s Circle for shopping and the many fine bars and restaurants. Others opted to borrow the resort bicycles, ride around the resort, and/or pedal the 3-1/2 mile trip to St. Armand’s. As a side note, on the way to Longboat Key, one member drifted out of the channel, and ran aground in soft sand. Assistance from a tow boat got the boat back in the channel with no apparent damage. Such is boating in the sometimes skinny waters of Southwest Florida! Everyone knows how important it is to stay in the channel, but it is so easy to drift out. Two days later the cruise leaders drifted not more than fifteen feet off channel and ran aground. Again, a tow boat was called, and the boat suffered no apparent damage. Cape Coral Cruising Club
I would try the Moorings at Longboat Key. Stayed there for a few days, has pool, access to many restaurants as well as a quick 10 or 15 minute ride to downtown Sarasota. The slips are not as nice as Marina Jack’s (floating docks), but you’ll appreciate the quiet on weekend nights since Marina Jack has a huge restaurant with loud music on weekends adjacent to the transient slips. Shower facilities at both are pretty good. Mark Giraldi Blue Swan
LBK Club Moorings is top notch facility! We wish we had planned to stay longer so we could have taken advantage of all they have to offer. Dennis Matthews’ (Director of Marina Operations) staff are all very helpful, friendly and go out of their way to make your stay pleasant. Facilities are 4Star, clean and very well manicured. Very accomodating shuttle service to St Armand’s Circle. Will definitely be back for a longer stay in the near future. Make your reservations in advance and request “H” dock for short stays (closest to facilities, pool, ship’s store).
LBK Club Moorings is the only quality resort marina between Tampa Bay and South Seas Plantation. Everything is on site or nearby. Stunning place. A definite must do stopover for SW FL cruisers. Blake Whitney
Claiborne: A couple of weekends ago, the indefatigable cruisers of the Venice Sailing Squadron, sailed up to the Longboat Key Club & Resort ~ The Moorings. The Marina is lovely & large with a well-marked EZ In/EZ Out channel off the ICW. The restaurant at the Marina, Portofino, has a great ambience & very good food that won’t break your bank. There are 6 other restaurants in the complex, plus tennis, golf, beach, heated pools, spa, & a shuttle to take you (& retrieve you) from St. Armand’s Circle where there is endless shopping ……. The staff was very friendly & accommodating inviting us to hold our cocktail ‘hour’ on one of the covered porches outside the restaurant rather than in the rain! All told, our VSS cruisers had a great time. Carol & Don Duncan
Beach House (941-779-2222), Bridge Tender (941-778-4849), Rotten Ralph’s (941-778-1604) all within walking distance
Provisioning Possibilities:
Take free trolley to Publix supermarket less than 1 mile away
LPG (Propane) Availability:
Available. walk to Circle K convenience store for LPG tank refill 3 blocks away
Waste pump-out:
Available. $25.00 per pumpout
Wi-Fi Internet Access:
Free WiFi Available
Fuel Availability:
Gas & Diesel Available
Fuel Notes:
ethanol free
Fuel Prices (All Taxes Included)
Reporting Date:
April 15, 2024
Fuel Notes:
ethanol free
Gasoline Price:
$5.75 (All Taxes Included)
Diesel Price:
$4.95 (All Taxes Included)
Any Boat/US Discount:
Available. 5 cents off per gallon
Any SeaTow Discount:
Available. 10 cents off per gallon
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Reviews from Cruisers (3)
Evelyn Jones- June 15, 2020 - 9:25 am
Bradenton Beach I have found constantly has low fuel prices, they conveniently have a phone at the end of their dock that you pick up and it rings to the office. You then tell them you need fuel and how much and they turn it on, on their busier days you walk up to the office to pay and on some slower days you can just give them your card number over the phone. If you want you can even keep a card on file with them. I have stayed here overnight several times too, great staff! They have a really nice floating dock that is on the far side away from the main traffic that was just perfect for us!
I stayed here on Sunday night of Labor Day Weekend and the Marina and Bradenton Beach is so quaint and cute. There are no floating docks. We were placed out on the end of the large T-dock which was fine, we had called and they said they would send some one out to help tie up but, no one showed up. We got tied up and powered when a storm rolled in from the Southeast and pummeled us against the dock for a hour and half seeing gusts to 35-40 knots on the beam. After the storm we dinked across the ICW to Tide Tables and had a great dinner. Bradenton Beach is a great town and we might come driving back in a car.
Stayed for two nights, had only planned staying one. Good solid marina, friendly staff, great location. Lots of restaurants nearby and cool free trolley on the island, great beach. I would definitely stay again.
I just spent a week at Seafood Shack! Had a great time, Staff was helpful, fun, supportive. Put it on your “places to visit”. Rent a car and enjoy the whole area! Upgrades are happening every week! Bruce Franz Dickerson 41
Good to know! Thanks for the update. We passed by that way over Xmas and thought about stopping, but didn’t. Will definitely put that on our “places to visit” list. Laura
Just spent two nights at the Seafood Shack and can confirm the comments above from 2012. Darryl the dock master was very helpful and friendly, and the docks were still old and beat up, but both the marina and restaurant are under new management and renovations are underway. There were some new finger piers and replacement of the main docks and electric service were both ongoing while were there. The shore heads are also slated for a much needed facelift. Pretty good food at the restaurant, and several other good choices within walking distance. When renovations are complete, this will be a good choice. [7/14/2016 Editor’s note: All dock upgrades have been completed.]
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