Best Restaurants for Afternoon Coffee in Sarasota

32 restaurants available nearby

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1. Mediterraneo Ristorante Italiano

4.8

Exceptional(3558)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Sarasota

Booked 53 times today

With its modern but classic Italian cuisine and emphasis on artisanal and contemporary Northern Italian style, Mediterraneo is often credited with being the first restaurant to bring authentic contemporary Italian cuisine to Sarasota when it first opened in 1996. Still under the same ownership, Mediterraneo has consistently been rated one of the top restaurants in Zagat. The restaurant has received numerous accolades including the acclaimed Insegna Del Ristorante Italiano awarded by The Minister of Agriculture & Commerce in Rome. With its highest honor, inducting the restaurant into its Accademia Italiana della Cucina "Fine Dining Hall of Fame." Mediterraneo has been rated as Best of the Best in Sarasota Magazine since the first year of opening. So whether you're celebrating a special occasion or grabbing a quick bite to eat, at Mediterraneo you are always assured the best quality food accompanied by excellent service. All of it thoroughly Italian.

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2. Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-Sarasota

4.7

Exceptional(1097)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Sarasota

Booked 26 times today

For parties of 13 or more please call the restaurant.*Weather may interfere with your reservation, we will do our best to accommodate you.*Out of passion, tradition, hard work and integrity, Bavaro’s opened its doors in March 2009 as the first traditional Neapolitan Pizzeria in the state of Florida. Determined to share their family recipes with the world, Dan Bavaro, his wife Anna-Maria, and their five beautiful children packed their U-Haul, left their friends and family, drove from New Jersey to Tampa, and set out to provide for others the same love, energy, and authenticity that they experience around their own dinner table.

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3. The Melting Pot - Sarasota

4.7

Exceptional(1314)

Price: Expensive

• Fondue • Sarasota

Booked 33 times today

We are highly committed to providing a healthy and safe environment with the highest of standards for our guests and team members. Reservations are highly recommended.We are the premier fondue restaurant where guests can enjoy a choice of fondue cooking styles and a variety of unique entrees, salads and indulgent desserts. At The Melting Pot Restaurant, we offer a dining experience like no other. A unique, interactive dining experience creating memorable moments with family and friends.

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4. Ocean Prime - Sarasota

4.7

Exceptional(162)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Sarasota

Booked 187 times today

Opening December 21, 2024, Ocean Prime is a nationally acclaimed, dynamic seafood & steakhouse from the award-winning Cameron Mitchell Restaurants located in the The Quay Sarasota. Ocean Prime delivers an elevated experience with exceptional ambiance, a chef-curated menu, signature handcrafted cocktails, Wine Spectator honored wine list and genuine hospitality. Reservations are recommended. Ocean Prime strives to provide an elegant, fine dining atmosphere. Our associates’ priority is to ensure your experience is memorable. We ask that our guests choose attire that is both polished and suited to our restaurant. THANK YOU FOR NOT WEARING: Clothing emitting excessive marijuana odor, excessively revealing clothing or exposed undergarments, or clothing with offensive language or graphics. Admittance to Ocean Prime is at the discretion of management who reserves the right to refuse service to patrons who are inappropriately dressed.

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5. Duval's Fresh. Local. Seafood.

4.7

Exceptional(5506)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Sarasota

Booked 40 times today

We are an eclectic eatery with a passion for stunning seafood, superb service, fine wine, and creative cocktails.We are committed to serving only the freshest dishes to our guests. We receive fresh fish daily from our local suppliers and filet everything in house to ensure the best possible quality.Together with our unique menu, our focus on excellent service allows us to deliver a one-of-a-kind dining experience in downtown Sarasota. Every menu item is prepared to order to allow for customization and personalization of each dish and to ensure you are getting the freshest possible meal.Voted Sarasota's Best by Herald Tribune Readers:Best All-Around Restaurant (2019-2023)Best Seafood Restaurant (2016-2023)Best Sandwich for our renowned Po' Boy (2016-2022)Best Lunch (2020-2022)Thank you, Sarasota!For parties of 8 or more, a gratuity of 18% will be added to the check.

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6. The Rosemary & Thyme

4.8

Exceptional(4477)

Price: Expensive

• American • Sarasota

Booked 50 times today

Welcome to Rosemary & Thyme! Downtown Sarasota American Bistro serving traditional and contemporary dishes with an emphasis on healthy options. Savor made-from-scratch selections for breakfast, lunch and dinner prepared with fresh ingredients from regional farms.

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7. The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota

4.5

Awesome(31)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Sarasota

The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota is the ultimate destination for celebrating life’s most memorable moments. We are delighted to offer an extensive program of seasonal experiences throughout the year. Indulge in our immersive events, savor gourmet cuisine crafted by renowned chefs, and enjoy personalized service that ensures every detail is flawlessly executed. Our beautiful surroundings, from lush gardens to breathtaking views, create an atmosphere of enchantment and joy.At The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota, each celebration becomes a lifelong memory, as we are dedicated to making every event truly extraordinary. Join us and experience the magic of a place where special moments are made.

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8. Columbia Restaurant - Sarasota

4.8

Exceptional(10583)

Price: Moderate

• Spanish • Sarasota

Booked 135 times today

Family-owned and operated for more than 116 years, Columbia has earned acclaim for its old-world charm and award-winning Spanish/Cuban cuisine. Casual attire is fine, but we don’t allow sleeveless shirts on men in the dining room.Join us for century-old family recipes like Paella "a la Valenciana," Roast Pork "a la Cubana,"and fresh seafood specialties. Don’t miss Columbia’s Original “1905” Salad®, prepared with our delicious, freshly-made dressing, a 100-year-old family recipe of fresh garlic, oregano, wine vinegar and Spanish extra virgin olive oil. Be sure to sample a fine Spanish wine like Montecillo or Campillo. Relax outdoors on our patio, or inside our Mediterranean-style dining rooms filled with hand-painted tiles and family heirlooms. We are a sister to the Columbia in Tampa's Ybor City, founded in 1905. Children's menu available. Open 365 days a year, including all holidays.

9. Green zebra cafe

4.5

Awesome(97)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Sarasota

Booked 3 times today

Nestled in the heart of downtown Sarasota, Green Zebra Cafe on Main offers a warm, casual atmosphere, exceptional service and delicious food to share with family and friends. With a focus on pure, wholesome, and locally-sourced ingredients, both of our Brunch and Dinner menus are carefully crafted to reflect our customers dietary requirements.Our everyday Brunch menu features a long list of all time favorites such as, Omelettes Your Way, Italian Benedict, Our Famous Raw Pancake, and our Lavender-Blueberry pancakes. As well as, organic cold-pressed juices, smoothies and acai bowls.Our dinner menu highlights both plant-based cuisine as well as dishes with ethically raised meats and sustainable seafood. Some of our most popular dishes are the Salt-roasted Golden Beets for starters, Chicken Veloute or the Raw Vegan Lasagna as Entrees, and our mouth watering gluten-free vegan cheesecakes for dessert.Look forward to seeing you!

10. Lila

4.8

Exceptional(1197)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Sarasota

Booked 15 times today

Lila (pronounced lee-lah) means creative play. Lila is a spontaneous, playful, organic, healthy, mostly vegetable restaurant which does serve sustainable meats.

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32 restaurants available nearby

1. Mediterraneo Ristorante Italiano

2. Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-Sarasota

3. The Melting Pot - Sarasota

4. Ocean Prime - Sarasota

5. Duval's Fresh. Local. Seafood.

6. The Rosemary & Thyme

7. The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota

8. Columbia Restaurant - Sarasota

9. Green zebra cafe

10. Lila

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