Restaurants near Osprey Archeological and Historic Site

216 restaurants available nearby

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1. Ophelia's on the Bay

4.7

Exceptional(6290)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Siesta Key

Booked 36 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.

2. Roessler's

4.9

Exceptional(1863)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Sarasota

Booked 14 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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3. The Point kitchen + cocktails + sunset

4.2

Awesome(377)

Price: Moderate

• American • Osprey

Booked 6 times today

The Point offers casual, waterfront dining on Little Sarasota Bay. Our atmosphere balances a new and old Florida feel with relaxation, good food, great cocktails and most importantly, quality service. Come join us!

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4. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Sarasota

4.6

Exceptional(2282)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Sarasota

Booked 32 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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5. Clayton's Siesta Grille

4.8

Exceptional(2255)

Price: Moderate

• American • Sarasota

Booked 17 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.

6. The Italian Grill

4.8

Exceptional(74)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Osprey

Booked 8 times today

The New Italian Grill Restaurant serves traditional Italian favorites & wood-fired pizza pies in a casual, family-friendly atmosphere

7. Dolce Italia

4.8

Exceptional(618)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Sarasota

Booked 3 times today

Dolce Italia was established in 2010 by Tiziana Di Costanzo who came from Ischia, an island in the Gulf of Naples. Using a combination of classic Italian dishes, family recipes passed down for generations, and warm hospitality, Dolce Italia has built a reputation in Sarasota as a destination for anyone seeking great food and ambiance. In 2015 Matthew joined as manager of the front of house and is now a managing partner of Dolce Italia. The kitchen staff trained by Tiziana from the beginning are still with the restaurant with Maria being the capocuoco.Some of the specialities Dolce Italia has become famous for are the Napoletan Eggplant- a tender sautee eggplant with fresh tomatoes crowned with ricotte, the Trenne Dolce Italia- the signature pasta dish with creamy tomato sauce, fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, and mushroom.

8. Sardinia Sarasota

4.7

Exceptional(1494)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Sarasota

Booked 6 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.

9. Maestrale

4.5

Awesome(122)

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!

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10. La Dolce Vita Authentic Italian Cuisine

4.9

Exceptional(353)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Sarasota

Booked 6 times today

We welcome our guests to an authentic Italian restaurant: here we offer traditional cuisine, with a modern take on northern and southern Italian recipes. Mauro, the chef, and his wife Tina, have an huge amount of experience behind them.Mauro is from Naples, Tina was born in a little sicilian town near by Enna.He began to learn everything about the southern cuisine by his experience in Naples since he was a child, from “Polipetti alla Luciana” to “Paccheri ai frutti di mare”. Furthermore he moved in Milan and he had the chance to learn the northern cuisine, from “Risotto ai funghi porcini” to “Polenta grigliata”, one of his favourite specialties!From an ancient sicilian tradition, Tina learnt everything about the desserts by her grandmother and her mother, from “Millefoglie” to “Cannoli cake”.We hope you enjoyed reading about us. but it would be great if you would have the chance to taste our fantastic dishes! It will be an amazing experience with no

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Kirsten
Toronto / Ontario •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Beautiful restaurant on the bay. The staff are amazing, friendly and made us feel so welcome. Our dishes were presented beautifully. The steaks were cooked to perfection and the baked Connecticut blue point oysters were so out of this world that we ordered a second one!If you’re looking for a more upscale experience in Siesta Keys then Ophelia’s will not dissapoint. Their wine menu is fantastic as well!
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Ophelia's on the BayPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Siesta Key
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4.7
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KathleenVIP
Southwest Florida •25 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Always a wonderful dining experience at Roessler’s! Marshall is the best! Thanks for always providing the best food and the best service! We will be back again and again.
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Roessler'sPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Sarasota
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4.9
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CynthiaVIP
Northwest Florida •22 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Our server was the Best of the Best!! He couldn’t have been nicer and was so accommodating with all of our needs.
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The Point kitchen + cocktails + sunsetPrice: Moderate• American• Osprey
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4.2
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Bonnie
Washington, D.C. Area •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Where the locals go to dine! Fun atmosphere, great servers and great food. View could be better but
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Clayton's Siesta GrillePrice: Moderate• American• Sarasota
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4.8
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Christopher
Tampa / Central Florida West •16 reviews
5.0
Dined on 2 Jan 2025
As always, this Ruth's Chris location delivers the most delicious food, the best ambiance, and excellent service. From the moment we were greeted to our departure, we knew we were in a first class steakhouse. Our server Janelle and her assistant, Haley made our evening perfect and we will definitely be coming back again.
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Ruth's Chris Steak House - SarasotaPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Sarasota
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4.6

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216 restaurants available nearby

1. Ophelia's on the Bay

2. Roessler's

3. The Point kitchen + cocktails + sunset

4. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Sarasota

5. Clayton's Siesta Grille

6. The Italian Grill

7. Dolce Italia

8. Sardinia Sarasota

9. Maestrale

10. La Dolce Vita Authentic Italian Cuisine

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