Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Gulf Gate Estates

29 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Ophelia's on the Bay restaurant

1. Ophelia's on the Bay

4.8

Exceptional(6227)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Siesta Key

Booked 29 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. Michael's On East

4.8

Exceptional(5560)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Sarasota

Booked 15 times today

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.

A photo of Clayton's Siesta Grille restaurant

3. Clayton's Siesta Grille

4.9

Exceptional(2222)

Price: Moderate

• American • Sarasota

Booked 24 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.

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4. Veronica Fish & Oyster

4.8

Exceptional(2280)

Price: Expensive

• Oyster Bar • Sarasota

Booked 16 times today

A modern oyster bar with a nod to classic supper clubs of past featuring flavors from across the globe We save tables for walk ins as well as the bar, lounge and patio, if a reservation time is not available feel free to walk in and check out these areasPLEASE NOTE*** for parties of 5 and over, we ask that you call in in order for us to better serve the group's needs.OUTDOOR SEATING NON RESERVABLE ***Our outdoor seating is all first come first serve- we apologize for any inconvenience

5. Cafe Gabbiano

4.7

Exceptional(3740)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Siesta Key

Booked 26 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.

A photo of Libby's - Sarasota restaurant

6. Libby's - Sarasota

4.8

Exceptional(3915)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Sarasota

Booked 32 times today

Open in Sarasota since May of 2019, the Libby's space is open, modern & minimalist. Delicious menu items, sophisticated wine and daily specials are at the core of all that we do! Cozy bar area, weekday happy hour specials, and a private dining room are some of the unique features at our Sarasota location.

7. Blu Kouzina

4.8

Exceptional(1274)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Sarasota

Booked 16 times today

**Cash Discount Notice**Save 3.5% on your bill by paying withcash.A 3.5% Convenience fee will beadded to all sales. As an incentivefor our customers we now offer animmediate discount to customerswho pay with CASH based on ourposted discount schedule.Blu Kouzina is bringing its signature, wholesome Greek cooking to the Sunshine State after gracing for the past five years Singapore’s culinary scene. The acclaimed restaurant, born out of the founders’ passion for the food of their native Greece and their love of sharing a hearty, family meal with friends, has set up a second home in Sarasota.Fresh and quality ingredients, mostly grown organically, and sourced from well established, local producers are used in dishes that are both traditional and creatively contemporary. What remains uniquely Greek and genuine are the flavors and the scents of extra virgin olive oil, fresh fish or succulent lamb that will take you on a journey from a beach-side taverna to a rural mezze shop.

A photo of Flavio's Brick Oven Bar - Siesta Key restaurant

8. Flavio's Brick Oven Bar - Siesta Key

4.7

Exceptional(1455)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Siesta Key

Booked 17 times today

Our casual restaurant has a retro contemporary theme which includes a carved wood bar topped with marble, granite table tops and bright turquoise and red accents flanking the wood-burning brick oven. Terrace seating is shared with our fine dining concept Bella Roma. Flavio, a third-generation chef from Venice, Italy, says his Farinata is not available anywhere else in the area. The thin pancake (much like a tortilla) is made of chickpeas, baked in the wood-burning oven and enhanced with rosemary and other savory toppings. Among Flavio's thin-crust pizzas (his grandfather's recipes) are the popular Quattro Stagioni (fresh mozzarella, mushrooms, prosciutto, olives) and the Pizza Vegetariana with assorted grilled veggies. The rustic bread and focaccia are made on the premises. Flavio's also serves up house-made pasta dishes, plus veal and seafood entrees. We look forward to serving you!

A photo of The Point kitchen + cocktails + sunset restaurant

9. The Point kitchen + cocktails + sunset

4.3

Awesome(370)

Price: Moderate

• American • Osprey

Booked 12 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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10. Dry Dock Waterfront Grill

4.9

Exceptional(9228)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Longboat Key

Booked 119 times today

The Dry Dock Waterfront Grill is a “polished casual” restaurant over looking Sarasota Bay. We are located at the south end of Longboat Key behind the gas station. We are north of St. Armand’s Circle, and minutes from downtown Sarasota. Best known for Local Fresh Grouper and Red Snapper. Enjoy the second story dining area with a panaramic view of the bay, or enjoy dining outdoors on our dockside patio.

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Eric
Las Vegas •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Fantastic meal and experience. Thank you! Will be back.
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Cafe GabbianoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Siesta Key
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4.7
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Mitch
Utah •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 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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Johnvip
Denver / Colorado •26 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Ophelia’s was fabulous as usual! We have never had anything but fabulous food, wonderful service & a beautiful outdoor dining experience! This is our favorite restaurant in the Sarasota area and possibly just our favorite restaurant period. Chris provided wonderful service tonight and our meal was timed perfectly by him so that we could enjoy every aspect of it! An overall beautiful dining experience!
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Ophelia's on the BayPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Siesta Key
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4.8
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John
New York City •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Very good small plates and oysters. First time there and will definitely go back.
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Veronica Fish & OysterPrice: Expensive• Oyster Bar• Sarasota
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4.8
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Carolvip
Tampa / Central Florida West •139 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
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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Michael's On EastPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Sarasota
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4.8

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29 restaurants available nearby

1. Ophelia's on the Bay

2. Michael's On East

3. Clayton's Siesta Grille

4. Veronica Fish & Oyster

5. Cafe Gabbiano

6. Libby's - Sarasota

7. Blu Kouzina

8. Flavio's Brick Oven Bar - Siesta Key

9. The Point kitchen + cocktails + sunset

10. Dry Dock Waterfront Grill

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