It’s official: Magnolias on the Bay has reentered the Manasota Key scene as an island icon. In a new feature with VoyageTampa, Ashley Dignam, Magnolias’ award-winning Catering and Events Manager, captures exactly what makes this beloved Manasota Key waterfront restaurant and wedding venue so special.
The results are in, and it’s a big moment for the Manasota Key Group! We’re proud (and incredibly grateful) to share that our restaurants and Dearborn Corner Market brought home multiple honors in the Sun Media Group’s Best of Englewood 2026 Awards.
Award-Winning Eats & Island Vibes: Manasota Key Group Wins Big in Best of Englewood 2026 Read More »
Kitchen Manager and Chef Ashley Esposito, along with Executive Chef Stevie Cazares brought a taste of Lock ‘N Key Restaurant to the ABC7 Suncoast View studio last week. They shared their beloved Thanksgiving classics and some dishes from the restaurant’s popular weekly specials menu.
Lock ‘N Key Returns to ABC7’s Suncoast View with a Thanksgiving Feast Read More »
As a token of our gratitude, we’re bringing back our Holiday Gift Card Special: Buy $100 in gift cards and receive a $25 bonus card, valid at any Manasota Key Group restaurant. It’s our way of saying thank you, and the perfect way to share (or gift!) the Manasota Key vibes this holiday season.
The Manasota Key Group Holiday Gift Card Special is Back, Thanks to You! Read More »
Scott Barber and Rich Chaney from SandBar Tiki & Grille had the amazing opportunity to appear on ABC 7’s Suncoast View, showcasing a mouthwatering lineup of BBQ favorites straight from their kitchen on Manasota Key in Englewood, Florida.
SandBar Tiki & Grille Featured on ABC 7’s Suncoast: A BBQ Extravaganza Read More »
We are thrilled to announce that Lock ‘N Key Restaurant was recently featured on ABC 7 Suncoast! Chefs Stevie Cazares and Ashley Esposito had the honor of showcasing some of our most beloved dishes, giving viewers a taste of what makes our menu so special. From our delectable Paradise Scallops to our famous Coconut Cream Pie, the segment highlighted the culinary delights that make Lock N Key a local favorite.
Lock ‘N Key Restaurant Featured on ABC 7 Suncoast: A Taste of Our Favorite Dishes Read More »
We want you to meet some of our TALENTED & AMAZING CHEFS. We chose these 5 guys for this blog as they have been the backbone of our kitchen for 30+ years. Hats off to them as they truly are the most loyal and hardworking group of men you’ll ever find. Anyone who has ever worked at Lock ‘N Key will tell you the same. We would not be where we are today without them. – Rocket & Sue
Meet Our Chefs At Lock ‘N Key! Read More »
We asked Linda ( Cinnamon ) to take a couple minutes out of her busy schedule to chat with us about her time at Sandbar, her involvement at the restaurant, and what she enjoys most outside of her worklife.
Meet Our HR Manager and Host at Sandbar Tiki & Grille, Linda Lyon! Read More »
Tell us a little about yourself? S.D: I was raised in Little Italy in Baltimore City and was blessed to have great parents, who taught me the meaning of a work ethic. We owned a restaurant/Import store called D’Amico Italian Imports and I started working with them at the age of 11.
Meet one of our Managers, Sam D’Amico of Magnolias on the Bay Read More »
We asked Ashely to take a couple minutes out of her busy schedule to chat with us about her love for food, what she loves most about making delicious cuisines at Lock N Key and what we can expect from her in the future.
Meet One of Our Lead Chefs at Lock ‘N Key, Ashley Esposito! Read More »
