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Michael's on East - Main Dining Room - Michael's On East, Sarasota, FL

Michael's On East

4.8
4.8
5553 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 18 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Romantic
Serving "inspired cuisine" since 1987, the celebrated Michael’s On East restaurant takes fine dining to another level, offering award-winning cuisine and outstanding service, in an exceptional 1940s supper club atmosphere. Michael's On East has been inducted into Nation's Restaurant News Fine Dining Hall of Fame and recently received their 34th consecutive AAA Four-Diamond Award. The 350+ bottle wine list has been awarded the Best of Award of Excellence by the Wine Spectator!

Upon entering the dining room, you are immediately dazzled by the plush design and inspired décor. The restaurant’s intimate aura, along with its contemporary flare, world-class wine cellar and incomparable service, create an unparalleled dining experience.

Michael's Lounge, complete with a grand piano, is a guest favorite with its signature cocktails and award winning wine selection.

Michael’s Atrium for outdoor dining is a stunning glass-covered, plant-filled courtyard with a beautiful flowing fountain.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Steak, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Bar Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Carry Out and Delivery Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (941) 366-0007
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Jamil Pineda
  • Catering
    Michael's has multiple other venues for your special events. Whatever the occasion, the staff of Michael's On East are in the business of creating memorable events. From dazzling galas for 1,000 or more, to an intimate candlelit dinner for two, we pride ourselves on providing Sarasota's finest cuisine and the best service on Florida's Gulf Coast!
  • Private party facilities
    For an unparalleled dining and wine tasting experience, your guests will never forget, experience Michael's Wine Cellar. One of Sarasota's hippest locations to entertain, Michael's Wine Cellar can accommodate 125 guests for a cocktail party or up to 50 for an elegant sit-down dinner.
  • Area
    Sarasota
  • Cross Street
    Bahia Vista
  • Parking details
    We offer both Valet and Self-Parking. Valet Parking is located on East Ave.
  • Entertainment
    Enjoy live music nightly in the Michael's On East Piano Bar Lounge. Joe Micals, Tuesday - Saturday, beginning at 7 p.m.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan
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What 5,553 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Good for special occasions

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Michael's On East offers an exceptional dining experience in Sarasota, renowned for its "outstanding food" and "exceptional service." This fine dining establishment boasts a romantic ambiance, perfect for special occasions. The Epicurean menu is a highlight, offering creative, themed monthly selections. While it can be pricey, patrons consistently praise the "delicious" cuisine and "attentive" staff.

5,553 Reviews
  1. beth

    Naples

    35 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was amazing and Kathy our waitress was wonderful. We will return

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  2. Carol

    Tampa

    139 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    139 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had another wonderful dining experience at Michael's on East, and because of the delightful weather we enjoyed our meal in the lovely outdoor atrium beneath the twinkling lights We decided on the monthly Epicurean menu, so this month we enjoyed menu options inspired by the cuisine of South Africa - what a treat! We always enjoy the regular menu options, but it is so special to be able to enjoy flavors from around the world as an alternative. The food, as always, was freshly prepared to order and every bite was delicious. The recommended wine pairings made the perfect match The service at Michael's on East is always wonderful, and this time was no exception - so many thanks to Freddy, Katie and the rest of the team for a wonderful service that added greatly to our enjoyment of the evening.

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  3. Jayme

    Louisville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an amazing experience at Michael's. Freddy took care of us and was absolutely the best. Very attentive and informative, helped us make decisions on what to get. We had the crab stack appetizer, the buratta and heirloom tomato salad, the pork chop and the Chilean sea bass for entrees, and creme brulee for dessert. Everything was excellent. The espresso martinis were also great! We will definitely be back!

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  4. Dick

    Tampa

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always excellent, great service, nice ambience,

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  5. Jamie

    Tampa

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great anniversary dinner. Never disappointed. Service is impeccable & food is consistently great.

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  6. Briana

    Greater Boston

    54 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    54 reviews

    Dined on 14 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome place for a celebration! Came here for my husband’s birthday and it was outstanding! The food was exceptional and the craft cocktail selection was outrageously creative. Our server, Michael, was attentive and his timing in bringing us our food/drinks was spot on. He had recommendations for cocktails and wine selections which were exactly to our taste. He really made our experience memorable and special, and our dinner at Michael’s on Main was beyond expectations. This is one of the best options in Sarasota for a well crafted, well executed dinner, spectacular service and overall great night out—highly recommend!

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  7. Joe

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and wine were impeccable as well as the service! Ambiance was perfect for a romantic dinner!

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  8. christina

    Orlando

    31 reviews

    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always an amazing experience! Food and service outstanding!

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  9. Mary

    Portland

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very personal service, friendly and attentive waiter, excellent food and atmosphere

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  10. Jeanne I

    Philadelphia

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 7 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Meal was excellently prepared and served. Our server, Timothy, was pleasant and highly professional- helpful, throughout. We were initially shown to a table outside the bar but still close to the piano. Music was lovely but too loud for my hearing aids. We asked for a different table and were seated at one where lovely music was at a tolerable level .

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FAQs

Michael's On East offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 366-0007.

Michael's On East is rated 4.8 stars by 5553 OpenTable diners.

Michael's On East does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 18 times today

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Google Map for Michael's On East

1212 East Avenue South, Sarasota, FL 34239

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Bahia Vista
  • Area
    Sarasota
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Bar Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Carry Out and Delivery Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Steak, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    We offer both Valet and Self-Parking. Valet Parking is located on East Ave.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Jamil Pineda
  • Entertainment
    Enjoy live music nightly in the Michael's On East Piano Bar Lounge. Joe Micals, Tuesday - Saturday, beginning at 7 p.m.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan
  • Phone number
    (941) 366-0007
  • Catering
    Michael's has multiple other venues for your special events. Whatever the occasion, the staff of Michael's On East are in the business of creating memorable events. From dazzling galas for 1,000 or more, to an intimate candlelit dinner for two, we pride ourselves on providing Sarasota's finest cuisine and the best service on Florida's Gulf Coast!
  • Private party facilities
    For an unparalleled dining and wine tasting experience, your guests will never forget, experience Michael's Wine Cellar. One of Sarasota's hippest locations to entertain, Michael's Wine Cellar can accommodate 125 guests for a cocktail party or up to 50 for an elegant sit-down dinner.
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