Restaurants near Flip Flop Cottages - Siesta Key

75 restaurants available nearby

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1. Ophelia's on the Bay

4.7

Exceptional(6230)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Siesta Key

Booked 27 times today

Ophelia's on the Bay is one of Sarasota’s premier fine dining waterfront restaurants. Enjoy beautiful vistas of Little Sarasota Bay, from the floor-to-ceiling windows that line the dining room. Or join us for al fresco dining on our open-air patio, as the dolphins and manatee swim by. Winner of many awards both locally and nationally, including an Excellence rating from Zagat as well as being listed as the number one restaurant in America in Power and Motoryacht Magazine for dock and dine. Ophelia's on the Bay has also been voted most romantic, best waterfront and best restaurant with a view by its loyal customers. The menu changes nightly using fresh and seasonal ingredients, fresh fish flown in from all over the world and specialty meats. There is certainly something for every palate! We feature an extensive wine list, specialty martinis, as well as a full bar. Family owned and operated for over 22 years, we have an experienced staff that prides itself on exemplary service.

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2. Connors Steak & Seafood - Sarasota

4.7

Exceptional(8392)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Siesta Key

Booked 71 times today

Connors Steak & Seafood specializes in fresh seafood and premium aged steaks, as well as gourmet salads, pastas and more! Enjoy a memorable evening with friends and family in our well-appointed dining rooms, or stop by for the lunch you and your associates deserve. Our friendly service and flavorful fare will keep you coming back for more.

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3. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Sarasota

4.8

Exceptional(2262)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Sarasota

Booked 19 times today

Now Open: We look forward to serving you soon.Ruth's Chris Steak House in Sarasota, FL serves the finest USDA Prime beef available, broiled at 1,800° and served on 500° plates, so your steak stays hot, juicy and delicious from first bite to last. Enjoy our New Orleans-inspired appetizers, USDA Prime steaks, fresh seafood, signature side dishes and homemade desserts. All this while you enjoy our warm, inviting atmosphere and Ruth’s Chris’ genuine hospitality. So whether you’re a regular or have just been wondering what all the buzz is about, Ruth's Chris is the perfect excuse to enjoy the perfect night out. Dinner is served nightly, reservations are suggested and private dining and offsite catering may be arranged.

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4. Clayton's Siesta Grille

4.9

Exceptional(2222)

Price: Moderate

• American • Sarasota

Booked 34 times today

At Clayton’s Siesta Grille, our motto is “If you give people good food that’s affordable, and love them, they’ll support you”. We promise that only the finest and freshest ingredients are used and you can be sure that attention to detail, quality, and customer satisfaction is and will always be our primary goal. Come and join us for dinner and see for yourself why Clayton’s Siesta Grille will be one of your favorite hotspots on Siesta Key.

5. Roessler's

4.9

Exceptional(1832)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Sarasota

Booked 12 times today

WE CANNOT WAIT TO SEE YOU! PLEASE NOTE WE CAN NOT ACCEPT RESERVATIONS FOR OUTSIDE DINING, PARTIES OVER 6, OR HOLIDAYS THROUGH OPEN TABLE. PLEASE CALL THE RESTAURANT IF YOUR TIME IS NOT AVAILABLE. THANK YOU!!! 941 966 5688

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6. La Violetta Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(1008)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Sarasota

Booked 20 times today

Intimate and designed to provide a rustic Italian experience. Buonissimo!

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7. Tripletail Seafood & Spirits

4.8

Exceptional(2116)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Sarasota

Booked 16 times today

FRESH SEAFOOD | SMOOTH SPIRITS | EXCEPTIONAL HOSPITALITYTripletail Seafood & Spirits offers a unique dining experience with a casual atmosphere and an elevated menu. An upscale nautical theme adorned with local artwork, creating an inviting atmosphere for guests to enjoy. Known for our fresh and sustainable seafood, Tripletail offers a menu that highlights the flavors of the Gulf of Mexico. To complement the exquisite seafood offerings, Tripletail is highly acclaimed for our inventive cocktails. The Smoked Old Fashion is a must try!Daily happy hour from 3 to 6 pm, offering discounted wine, house drinks, appetizers, and beer. The restaurant also accommodates all dietary needs, ensuring that every guest can enjoy a delicious meal tailored to their preferences.Overall, Tripletail Seafood & Spirits is a must-visit destination for those seeking a memorable dining experience that combines fresh seafood, innovative cocktails, and attentive service in a chic and welcoming atmosphere.

8. Cafe Gabbiano

4.7

Exceptional(3740)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Siesta Key

Booked 18 times today

Cafe Gabbiano is a casual fine dining restaurant in Sarasota Fl (Siesta Key). We source local ingredients and have a great blend of classic and modern Italian dishes. At Cafe Gabbiano everything is made to order as we want each dish to be fresh. All of our sauces and pastas are homemade. Cafe Gabbiano is a 4,000 sqft facility that offers intimate dining as well as larger rooms to host special occasions such as beach weddings and rehearsal dinners. We have an extensive wine list, signature crafted cocktails and a great beer list. We are open daily from 5 PM to 10 PM with Happy Hour 5 PM to 6:30 PM at the bar.

9. Maestrale

4.7

Exceptional(114)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Gulf Gate Estates

Booked 6 times today

Our restaurant and pizzeria Maestrale it's the wind that brings good and bad weather in the Italian peninsula. Our small family owned place is open for dinner six days a week. Our dishes originally are from Puglia in south Italy: la puccia, focaccia, mozzarella, orecchiette, panzerotti and the sea food dishes, the famous Pugliese olive oil as well as the fine selection of wine are a must! The atmosphere is friendly, family style dining, and also for romantic and special occassions, inspired from the old style elegant Italian restaurants where you feel just like at home, alla salute!

10. Sardinia Sarasota

4.8

Exceptional(1482)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Sarasota

Booked 13 times today

Chef Carta brings the authentic simple elegance of the Sardinian dining tradition to your table. Sardinian cuisine is known for the purity of food and flavors. To insure the authenticity of the dining experience Chef has imported an authentic hood wood-burning oven for the kitchen. The menu is focused on farm fresh and locally grown food. Chargrilled meats and local fish will be cooked in the oven as it is in Sardinia. Taste the Sardinia bread, know as Pane carasau, baked fresh daily which welcomes you at your table. The pasta dough is also made fresh daily. Revel in the authentic Sardinian paella made with fregola and enjoy the unique flavor of bottarga. To maximize the pleasure of sharing good food with good friends, Sardinia has 45 seats- 24 in the main dining room, a chefs table for 10 and 13 seats in the bar area. Good food-good conversation-good friends. A true Sardinia experience you will not forget.

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Sherri
New York City •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
A perfect evening. The setting exemplar, calm and perfect weather and a view by the water. Our waiter, Chris, guided us along our culinary experience. Cocktails, wine selection, salads and the outstanding choice of halibut. The tada was their key lime pie!! You cannot go wrong with any choices here!
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Ophelia's on the BayPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Siesta Key
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4.7
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Judy
Tampa / Central Florida West •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The dining was great Service was also great I have eaten at Roessler before and it has always been the best food and service.
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Roessler'sPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Sarasota
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4.9
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Mitch
Utah •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Friendly staff with great food in casual Florida key atmosphere!
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Clayton's Siesta GrillePrice: Moderate• American• Sarasota
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4.9
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Julievip
Tampa / Central Florida West •103 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Our lunches were delicious as always. The server was outstanding. My ONLY complaint is that they keep the background music too loud. Makes it hard to talk. We did ask them to please turn it down but they didn’t. I go to lunch with friends to socialize- not to listen to music.
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Connors Steak & Seafood - SarasotaPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Siesta Key
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4.7
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clifordvip
Tampa / Central Florida West •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
Veal was good but not even warm. Wine list a little pricey.
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MaestralePrice: Expensive• Italian• Gulf Gate Estates
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4.7

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75 restaurants available nearby

1. Ophelia's on the Bay

2. Connors Steak & Seafood - Sarasota

3. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Sarasota

4. Clayton's Siesta Grille

5. Roessler's

6. La Violetta Restaurant

7. Tripletail Seafood & Spirits

8. Cafe Gabbiano

9. Maestrale

10. Sardinia Sarasota

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