the Ringling Grillroom

4.7

1043 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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2 people

16 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 44 times today

Great for outdoor dining
Good for special occasions
Healthy

The Ringling Grillroom is a Modern American restaurant and a favorite go-to for special occasions and casual lunch get-togethers alike. Located on the ground floor of the McKay Visitor's Pavilion at the John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, we are open to visitors of the museum as well as the general public. Indoor and outdoor seating is available.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American
Hours of Operation
Mon 11:00 am–5:30 pm Tue–Fri 11:00 am–7:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–7:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–5:30 pm
Phone number
(941) 360-7393
Website
http://www.theringlinggrillroom.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Private party facilities
Whether it's a perfectly curated menu by our catering team for a graduation dinner or an order of the menu dinner for a birthday celebration, our private dining room is the perfect spot to celebrate all your special moments.

Location
5401 Bay Shore Rd, Sarasota, FL 34234
Area
Sarasota
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Popular dishes

Chef's "Artfully" Inspired Daily Flatbread
Created Daily with the Freshest Ingredients from the Market
- PD
Crispy Sicilian CalamariUS$16.00
Red Peppers, Pepperoncini, Lemon, Sweet Chili and House-Made Marinara
House-Made MeatballsUS$13.00
Smoked Gouda Polenta, Tomato Caponata Ragu, Parmigiano Reggiano
Jumbo Lump Crab CakeUS$19.00
Jumbo Lump Crab, Old Bay, Arugula, Grapefruit & Pickled Red Onion Salad, Horseradish Aioli
Burrata & Heirloom TomatoUS$14.00
Fresh Burrata, Watermelon Radish, Stuffed Peppadew Pepper, Lemonette, Aged Balsamic
Ahi Tuna Poke*US$17.00
Ahi Tuna, Hawaiian-Style, Avocado-Wasabi Crème, Teriyaki, Scallion, Wonton
New-Style HummusUS$13.00
Creamy Hummus, Crispy Brussels & Cauliflower, Harissa, Toasty Seasoned Pita, Extra Virgin Olive Oil

In Season Ringling Favorites

Chicken MilaneseUS$21.00
Crispy Panko Chicken, Arugula, Oven-Dried Tomato, Parmigiano Reggiano, Lemonette, Whipped Ricotta, Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Classic PappardelleUS$20.00
Fresh Egg Pappardelle, Summer Squashes, Wild Mushrooms, Blistered Grape Tomatoes, EVOO, Confit Onion Velouté, Parmigiano Reggiano
Steamed Trigger FishUS$27.00
Bamboo Steamed, Lemongrass, Hong Kong Sauce, Spinach, Artichokes, Parselied Basmati Rice
Blackened SalmonUS$24.00
Paul's Secret Spices, Basmati Rice, Maque Choux – Okra, Corn, Red Pepper, Onion, Tomato Beurre Blanc
Steak Frites*US$40.00
Cracked Pepper NY Strip, Tiny Green Beans, G-Room Steak Fries, Wild Mushroom Cognac Peppercorn Gravy
Shrimp & Scallop PolentaUS$26.00
Smoked Gouda Polenta, Sautéed Spinach, Blistered Tomato, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Roast Shallot Pan Sauce

Big Top Sandwiches

With Your Choice of a Three Ring Side

Veggie WrapUS$13.00
Cauliflower, Eggplant, Pickled Red Onion, Arugula, Harissa, Whipped Feta, Spinach Tortilla
G-Room Burger*US$17.00
Seasoned Perfectly, Funnel Eggplant Fries, Jalapeno Jam, Gouda Cheese, Romaine, Beefsteak Tomato, Toasted Brioche Bun
Grilled Chicken PaniniUS$14.00
Grilled Chicken, Arugula, Roma Tomato, Provolone, Basil Aioli, Toasted Focaccia
Sarasota-Bay Fish TacosUS$17.00
Caribbean Spiced Mahi, Red Cabbage, Key Lime & Jicama Slaw, Black Bean Corn Salsa, Smoked Chili Cream, Warm Corn Tortillas
Jr's Lobster RollUS$30.00
Fresh Steamed Lobster, Old Bay, Chives, Butter Brioche Lobster Roll. Served Maine or Connecticut Style

Crisp Cool Salads

Add Chicken $7, Steak $13, Salmon $12

G-Room SaladUS$9.00
Baby Artisan & Boston Bibb Lettuces, Radishes, Shaved Carrots, Granny Smith Apples, Crisp Celery, Spiced Toasted Seeds, Crumbling Feta, Sweet Herb Dressing
Crusted Ahi Tuna Nicoise*US$19.00
Field Greens, Peruvian Purple & Fingerling Potatoes, Tiny Beans, Blistered Grape Tomatoes, Egg, Nicoise Pesto, Citrus Vinaigrette
Knife & Fork CaesarUS$10.00
Crisp Hearts of Romaine, Baby Kale, Egg, Parmesan, Caesar, Crisp Ciabatta, Parmigiano Reggiano

Three Ring Sides

Hand-Cut Crispy FriesUS$6.00
Nice Small SaladUS$6.00
Tiny K & F CaesarUS$6.00
Chef's Daily VegetableUS$6.00
Basmati Rice PilafUS$6.00
Grilled AsparagusUS$7.00

Sweet Tastes

Classic Crème BrûléeUS$8.00
House-Made with Madagascar Vanilla Bean, Crispy Sweet Crust
Key Lime TartUS$8.00
Toasty Meringue, Graham Cracker
Warm Chocolate CakeUS$9.00
Molten Chocolate Cake, Fresh Whipped Cream, Powdered Sugar
Sweet Treat
Created Daily with the Freshest, Sweet Ingredients
- PD

What 1,043 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Sarasota / Bradenton
Great for brunch
Sarasota / Bradenton
American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Ringling Grillroom offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent service" and "great food" in a "beautiful setting." Enjoy a diverse menu, including standout dishes like Chicken Milanese and Mahi Tacos. Ideal for pre-theater meals at Asolo, with options for indoor and outdoor seating amidst picturesque views. Perfect for all palates!

1,043 Reviews

B
Barry
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Ringling Grillroom was an outstanding Valentines Day experience. We had the $99 couples special, where we shared an appetizer, dessert and bottle of wine, and got our own entrees. I had the beef medallions and my wife had the snapper. Both were delicious, and all were more food than we could eat -- we brought home doggie bags. We sat outside in a perfect temperature and slight breeze ... the sun was setting over the Ringling grounds, which were very peaceful. Lots of room for nice conversation. Our Venezuelan waiter was attentive and charming, and talked with us for a long time. Really ... if there's a better Valentines Day dinner, I'd like to hear about it. We love the Ringling!
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Brittany
Orlando
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Our family loved Ringling Grillroom. Service was wonderful, friendly, and prompt. Food was delicious although portions were all smaller than expected. Kids meal surf n turf was tiny- a very small slider with maybe two pieces of shrimp- definitely not enough for our nine year old for dinner. Luckily our 11 year old ordered a burger from the regular menu and he doesn’t eat a lot.
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Thomas
VIP
Greater Boston
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Absolutely fantastic food and caring service!!!!!!!
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Marc
Tampa
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The service was flawless and the food was delicious. We had the meatball app, the fillet mignon medallions and chocolate cake dessert and everything was delicious. The only issue I had was that one of my fillet medallions was overcooked but not a big deal. We’re Ringling members and have been enjoying meals here since the restaurant was called the Muse.
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Jonathan
Tampa
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Excellent meal, service was a bit slow, but. meal was well worth waiting for, indeed our best meal of a week eating out.
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Abbe
Washington DC
30 reviews
5.0
30 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great spot at the Ringling Museum for a nice lunch. We had the chicken sandwiches and French Fries plus bok choy with sautéed onions that were really good. The tuna Niçoise salad was a hit and the asparagus soup was very good. Don’t forget a slice of the key lime pie for dessert.
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lee
VIP
Tampa
10 reviews
3.0
10 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Food was not up to the usual standards we have come to expect at the Grillroom. Tuna was dry and overcooked. Shrimp polenta was poorly executed
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Jeanne
Tampa
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great time visiting the Ringling….Free Monday’s! Treated ourselves to a yummy lunch. The chicken panini was delicious!
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John
VIP
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 8 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Jennifer is the best and the food is always great.
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George
Dubai
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on 8 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A guaranteed great time every time! Great menu just enough selections.
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FAQs

the Ringling Grillroom offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 360-7393.

the Ringling Grillroom is rated 4.7 stars by 1043 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

16 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 44 times today

Order delivery or takeout

5401 Bay Shore Rd, Sarasota, FL 34234

Dining areas

Additional information

Area
Sarasota
Hours of Operation
Mon 11:00 am–5:30 pm Tue–Fri 11:00 am–7:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–7:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–5:30 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Website
http://www.theringlinggrillroom.com/
Phone number
(941) 360-7393
Private party facilities
Whether it's a perfectly curated menu by our catering team for a graduation dinner or an order of the menu dinner for a birthday celebration, our private dining room is the perfect spot to celebrate all your special moments.

the Ringling Grillroom

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Grilled Chicken Panini

Chicken Milanese

Classic Pappardelle

Start Snack Share

Chef's "Artfully" Inspired Daily Flatbread

Crispy Sicilian CalamariUS$16.00

House-Made MeatballsUS$13.00

Jumbo Lump Crab CakeUS$19.00

Burrata & Heirloom TomatoUS$14.00

Ahi Tuna Poke*US$17.00

New-Style HummusUS$13.00

In Season Ringling Favorites

Chicken MilaneseUS$21.00

Classic PappardelleUS$20.00

Steamed Trigger FishUS$27.00

Blackened SalmonUS$24.00

Steak Frites*US$40.00

Shrimp & Scallop PolentaUS$26.00

Big Top Sandwiches

Veggie WrapUS$13.00

G-Room Burger*US$17.00

Grilled Chicken PaniniUS$14.00

Sarasota-Bay Fish TacosUS$17.00

Jr's Lobster RollUS$30.00

Crisp Cool Salads

G-Room SaladUS$9.00

Crusted Ahi Tuna Nicoise*US$19.00

Knife & Fork CaesarUS$10.00

Three Ring Sides

Hand-Cut Crispy FriesUS$6.00

Nice Small SaladUS$6.00

Tiny K & F CaesarUS$6.00

Chef's Daily VegetableUS$6.00

Basmati Rice PilafUS$6.00

Grilled AsparagusUS$7.00

Sweet Tastes

Classic Crème BrûléeUS$8.00

Key Lime TartUS$8.00

Warm Chocolate CakeUS$9.00

Sweet Treat

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

Does the Ringling Grillroom offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is the Ringling Grillroom restaurant rated?

Is the Ringling Grillroom currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information