Updated September 2026 – What’s open now at Waterside Place and Center Point at Waterside.
Waterside in Lakewood Ranch has grown into one of the area’s most popular lifestyle destinations. Set along Kingfisher Lake, Waterside Place combines waterfront dining, boutique shopping, fitness and wellness services, live music, community events, and outdoor gathering spaces in a walkable lakefront setting.
What began as one of Lakewood Ranch’s most anticipated new town centers is now an established destination with dozens of restaurants, shops, and services. Just across the street, Center Point at Waterside has added even more dining, retail, fitness, medical, grocery, and everyday services, creating a growing lifestyle district in this part of Lakewood Ranch.
Dining at Waterside Place
Waterside Place has become a dining destination with choices ranging from coffee and casual lunches to seafood, steak, sushi, Italian cuisine, craft beverages, and desserts. Whether you’re planning a date night, meeting friends, grabbing brunch, or spending an evening by the lake, there are plenty of options within the town center.
- Allswell: A gastropub-style restaurant offering seasonal American cuisine, craft cocktails, and a polished yet relaxed atmosphere.
- Agave Bandido: A lively Mexican kitchen and tequila bar featuring bold flavors, cocktails, and waterfront energy.
- Deep Lagoon Seafood & Oyster House: A coastal seafood restaurant serving oysters, shrimp, fresh fish, pasta, and other seafood favorites.
- Carved: A casual spot for crafted sandwiches, salads, and quick lunch options.
- Eatalia: An Italian market and dining concept featuring Italian-inspired dishes, specialty foods, and fresh flavors.
- Korê Steakhouse: A modern steakhouse concept offering an Asian-inspired approach to dining.
- Osteria 500: An Italian restaurant with a stylish yet comfortable neighborhood atmosphere.
- Good Liquid Brewing Co.: A local destination for craft beer, casual dining, brunch, and social gatherings.
- Good Liquid Distilling Co.: A cocktail-focused destination adding another option for evening dining and nightlife at Waterside.
- Forked at Waterside: A casual dining option in the heart of the walkable town center.
- O&A Coffee Supply: A convenient stop for coffee, espresso drinks, and light bites.
- Duck Donuts: Known for warm, made-to-order donuts and sweet treats.
- Kilwins: A classic destination for ice cream, chocolates, fudge, and other desserts.
- Quincy’s Original Lobster Rolls: Serving New England-style lobster rolls and seafood favorites.
- Tree House: A food and drink destination adding another casual option to the Waterside Place dining scene.
Shopping, Boutiques & Services at Waterside Place
Beyond dining, Waterside Place includes a growing collection of boutiques, specialty retailers, professional services, home-related businesses, and locally focused shops.
- Cileone Jewelers: A jewelry store offering fine jewelry and custom design services.
- Florida Provisions: A locally focused shop adding another specialty retail option to Waterside Place.
- Monkee’s: A women’s boutique featuring clothing, shoes, accessories, and gifts.
- Nimble: A specialty retail addition to the Waterside Place shopping district.
- Waterside Candle Bar: A specialty candle experience where visitors can explore fragrances and create custom candles.
- SST Custom Embroidery & Gifts: Offering custom embroidery, personalized products, and gifts.
- Family Pools: Providing pool-related products and services for area homeowners.
- Capstan Financial Consulting Group: Offering financial planning and wealth management services.
- Mancave at Waterside: A men’s grooming destination offering barber and personal-care services.
- PAINT Nail Bar: A beauty and nail salon concept focused on a polished salon experience.
- Modish Salon: A salon offering hair and beauty services at Waterside Place.
- Perry Homes: A homebuilder presence within the Waterside Place business community.
- M/I Homes: Providing information about new-construction homes and communities in the area.
- M/I Financial & M/I Title: Providing mortgage and title-related services.
- Smith Law: Providing professional legal services.
- Williams Parker: A professional services firm with a presence at Waterside Place.
Fitness, Wellness & Beauty at Waterside Place
Waterside Place also supports the active lifestyle associated with Lakewood Ranch, with fitness studios, healthcare providers, salons, spas, aesthetics, and wellness businesses located throughout the town center.
- 3 FORM Fitness: A fitness studio offering another option for staying active close to home.
- BodyBar Pilates: A Pilates-focused fitness studio offering group-based workouts.
- SHACK yoga + fitness: A yoga and fitness studio focused on movement, strength, and wellness.
- The Wellness Space: Offering wellness mentoring, coaching, meditation, and holistic support.
- Bay Area Aesthetics: A medical spa concept focused on skincare, rejuvenation, and cosmetic treatments.
- Lakewood Ranch Medical Group: Providing healthcare services in a convenient Waterside location.
- Sirius Day Spa, Salon & Med Spa: A full-service beauty and wellness destination offering spa, salon, and med-spa services.
Events & Outdoor Lifestyle at Waterside Place
Part of what makes Waterside Place distinctive is that it functions as more than a shopping and dining center. Its lakefront setting, parks, splash pad, outdoor seating areas, walkable streets, and community gathering spaces create a town-center atmosphere designed for spending time outdoors.
Residents and visitors can enjoy live music, farmers markets, community events, outdoor movies, seasonal celebrations, and evenings along the waterfront. The Plaza, Lakefront Park, Waterside Park, Gateway Park, The Yard, and the marina provide additional spaces for recreation, events, and gathering.
Center Point at Waterside
Across from Waterside Place, Center Point at Waterside has developed into another major dining, shopping, and service destination. Located near Lakewood Ranch Boulevard and University Parkway, the mixed-use center includes restaurants, retail, fitness, beauty, medical, office, banking, and other everyday services.
Dining & Food at Center Point at Waterside
- Bar Italia: An Italian restaurant offering classic Italian-inspired dishes in a polished atmosphere.
- 131 Main: A restaurant known for fresh American cuisine, an inviting interior, and outdoor dining.
- Toasted Yolk Café: A breakfast, brunch, and lunch restaurant featuring creative morning favorites and a full bar.
- Owen’s Fish Camp: A Sarasota-area favorite bringing seafood and Southern-inspired dishes to Center Point.
- Ruth’s Chris Steak House: A well-known steakhouse offering steaks, seafood, and fine dining.
- Flower Child: A health-focused restaurant featuring bowls, salads, wraps, and other fresh selections.
- Bad Ass Coffee: A coffee shop serving Hawaiian-inspired coffee drinks and café fare.
- Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar & Store: A restaurant and retail concept combining island-inspired food, cocktails, and tropical style.
- The Thrivery: A dining addition expanding the selection of food and beverage options at Center Point.
- McDonald’s: A familiar quick-service dining option for convenience.
Shopping, Fitness & Services at Center Point
- Arhaus: An upscale home furnishings retailer offering furniture, lighting, rugs, décor, and accessories.
- International Diamond Center: A jewelry retailer offering diamonds, engagement rings, watches, and fine jewelry.
- Club Pilates: A boutique Pilates studio offering group classes and fitness programs.
- YogaSix: A modern yoga studio offering classes for different experience and fitness levels.
- Salon Lofts: A salon concept featuring independent beauty professionals.
- Glitz Nails Lounge: A nail and beauty salon serving the surrounding Waterside and Lakewood Ranch area.
- Visionworks: Offering eye exams, glasses, contacts, and vision-care services.
- Sport Clips Haircuts: A convenient haircut option for men and boys.
- Woof Gang Bakery: A pet-focused shop offering grooming, treats, and pet products.
- GoodVets: Providing veterinary services for pets in the Lakewood Ranch area.
- Woodie’s Wash Shack: A convenient car-wash option.
- Fifth Third Bank and TD Bank: Providing banking and financial services within the Center Point development.
Lakewood Ranch Southeast Growth
Growth around Waterside extends beyond Waterside Place and Center Point. Lakewood Ranch Southeast is expected to add residential neighborhoods, parks, trails, greenways, and infrastructure improvements as this portion of Sarasota County continues to develop.
Continued investment in roads and infrastructure is helping connect Waterside with University Parkway, Fruitville Road, Lorraine Road, and other major corridors. For buyers researching the larger area, our Lakewood Ranch real estate guide provides information about communities, homes for sale, and living in Lakewood Ranch.
Living in Waterside at Lakewood Ranch
Waterside combines newer residential communities with scenic lakes, parks, trails, dining, shopping, events, and convenient access to Sarasota and the surrounding Lakewood Ranch area. Buyers can choose from a variety of neighborhoods and housing styles while remaining close to Waterside Place and the growing collection of nearby amenities.
Learn more about the neighborhoods, amenities, builders, and current real estate opportunities on our Waterside Lakewood Ranch homes for sale page.
Information updated September 2026. Restaurants, retailers, services, development plans, and business hours can change. Visitors should verify individual business information before making plans.
Frequently Asked Questions About Waterside Place
What restaurants are at Waterside Place in Lakewood Ranch?
Waterside Place offers a wide variety of dining options, including Allswell, Agave Bandido, Deep Lagoon Seafood & Oyster House, Carved, Eatalia, Korê Steakhouse, Osteria 500, Good Liquid Brewing Co., Good Liquid Distilling Co., Forked at Waterside, O&A Coffee Supply, Duck Donuts, Kilwins, Quincy’s Original Lobster Rolls, and Tree House.
What stores and services are at Waterside Place?
Waterside Place includes boutiques, jewelry, specialty shops, beauty and wellness businesses, fitness studios, healthcare providers, professional services, and home-related businesses. Current businesses include Cileone Jewelers, Florida Provisions, Monkee’s, Waterside Candle Bar, SST Custom Embroidery & Gifts, PAINT Nail Bar, BodyBar Pilates, SHACK yoga + fitness, Sirius Day Spa, and others.
What is there to do at Waterside Place?
Visitors can enjoy waterfront dining, shopping, live music, farmers markets, community events, outdoor movies, seasonal celebrations, parks, a splash pad, walking areas, and lakefront gathering spaces. Waterside Place is designed as a walkable town center where visitors can combine dining, shopping, entertainment, and outdoor recreation.
What is Center Point at Waterside?
Center Point at Waterside is a mixed-use shopping, dining, medical, fitness, office, and service development located near Waterside Place at Lakewood Ranch Boulevard and University Parkway. Restaurants include 131 Main, Bar Italia, Owen’s Fish Camp, Ruth’s Chris Steak House, Flower Child, Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar & Store, and others.
Are there homes near Waterside Place in Lakewood Ranch?
Yes. Waterside is a residential village of Lakewood Ranch with several neighborhoods offering single-family homes, townhomes, villas, and other housing options. Residents can enjoy convenient access to Waterside Place, parks, trails, lakes, shopping, dining, and other Lakewood Ranch amenities.
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