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1. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Sarasota
4.8
Exceptional(2262)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Sarasota
Booked 35 times today
Ruth's Chris Steak House in Sarasota is a blast! The restaurant is praised for its excellent food, outstanding service, and inviting atmosphere. The USDA Prime beef is a hit, broiled at 1,800° and served on 500° plates. It's a favorite for special occasions and birthday celebrations. Plus, the restaurant is known for its warm and classy ambiance, making it a perfect place for a night out.
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2. La Violetta Restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(1005)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Sarasota
Booked 21 times today
Intimate and designed to provide a rustic Italian experience. Buonissimo!
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3. Ophelia's on the Bay
4.8
Exceptional(6224)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Siesta Key
Booked 26 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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4. Cafe Gabbiano
4.8
Exceptional(3733)
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.
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5. Tripletail Seafood & Spirits
4.8
Exceptional(2115)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Sarasota
Booked 31 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.
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6. Clayton's Siesta Grille
4.9
Exceptional(2219)
Price: Moderate
• American • Sarasota
Booked 13 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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7. La Dolce Vita Authentic Italian Cuisine
5.0
Exceptional(343)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Sarasota
Booked 7 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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8. Veronica Fish & Oyster
4.8
Exceptional(2279)
Price: Expensive
• Oyster Bar • Sarasota
Booked 35 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
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9. Baker & Wife
4.8
Exceptional(2002)
Price: Expensive
• Global, International • Sarasota
Booked 40 times today
BAKER & WIFE is a comfortable, casual cafe committed to fresh, high-quality food and driven by our passion for handcrafted cuisine and cocktails. Inspiration is sourced globally, ingredients are sourced locally.This unique perspective on comfort food is the epitome of BAKER & WIFE:simple, delicious, and it just feels good.
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10. Pietro's Italian Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(623)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Sarasota
Booked 7 times today
Italian Restaurant& wine bar in Sarasota. Where you are a stranger only once.His philosophy served him well with his previous Sarasota businesses. Café Gabbiano located on Siesta Key was originated by the Migliaccio family in 2003 where is four sons grew in and out of the restaurant business.A second venture in downtown Sarasota was opened and designed by Pietro in 2012 named Casantica, a small old house converted to a quaint homey restaurant. Both restaurants are now under new ownership.Now, this small intimate place is where I can have fun serving and meeting new friends. Benvenuti.
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