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Wink Wink Modern Lounge Patio - Wink Wink Food and Drink, Sarasota, FL

Wink Wink Food and Drink

4.5
4.5
198 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 7 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
At Wink Wink Food & Drink, we're inspired by the classic food and atmosphere of the 50s and 60s, like the chic supper clubs and breezy Tiki bars, but we serve it all up with a fun, modern twist. Our chef blends local ingredients and flavors to reinvent old favorites, offering dishes that are both a nod to the past and a taste of the contemporary.

In our lounge and pool bar, you'll discover a thoughtful selection of classic cocktails, each with a playful name that perfectly reflects our easygoing vibe. This blend of past and present creates an ideal setting for everyone – families, friends, and anyone in between – to come together and enjoy the moment.

We're dedicated to ensuring the quality and creativity of our cuisine and drinks--we take them seriously so you don't have to.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Pacific Rim
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–5:00 pm Bar Daily 11:00 am–12:00 am Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (941) 906-1290
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Donald Robinson
  • Private party facilities
    From inspiring collaborations to creative celebrations, thinking outside-the-box starts with not meeting in one. Wink Wink Modern Lounge offers a variety of venues for creatives, entrepreneurs and groups seeking an authentic, inspiring setting in the heart of downtown Sarasota.

Experiences

  • Thanksgiving at Wink Wink

    28 Nov 2024 only
    Join us for a festive Thanksgiving celebration! Bring the whole family to indulge in a delicious feast featuring turkey, all your favorite sides, and mouthwatering desserts.
    Thanksgiving at Wink Wink photo

What 198 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Tampa / Central Florida West

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Wink Wink Food and Drink is a vibrant dining destination known for its lively atmosphere and "fantastic" service. Guests rave about the "delicious" and unique dishes, with standout favorites like Pasta LA Vista and The Tourist Trap. Despite some mixed reviews on value and flavor, the creative menu and friendly staff make it a "must-visit" spot.

198 Reviews
  1. Jason

    Tampa

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 4 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing creative food, maybe the most creative in Sarasota. Was dead the night we went. I hope more people discover this hidden gem, which is hidden inside a hotel but definitely not a typical hotel restaurant.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Pittsburgh

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 4 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Took my wife for her birthday. I had forgotten that this restaurant is partnof a hotel. I was extremely impressed with service, quality and over all ambiance. Service in particular was above and beyond…. We highly recommend!

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  3. Felice

    Naples

    79 reviews

    4.0

    79 reviews

    Dined on 19 September 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Wink Wink is a hidden gem. A range of food options from burgers and steaks to vegetarian specialties. We were impressed with the choices and really enjoyed the very attentive and helpful servers.

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  4. Nancy

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Need more of a wine selection . Chardonnay choice per bottle was either $38 or $115.

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  5. Roland

    Los Angeles

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 17 September 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    I was not impressed with the food or ambiance. This place is overrated.

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  6. Ava

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 6 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I absolutely loved Natalie. She was so funny and polite and so detailed with her recommendations. We had such a great date night, thank you Natalie!!

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  7. Sofie

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It's a bit on the pricy side, but if you don't care about laying down some paychecks, this place is perfect!!

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  8. Kurt

    Tampa

    72 reviews

    5.0

    72 reviews

    Dined on 10 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was the first time dining at Wink Wink Food and Drink. What a great little place. The food was really good and the service as well. Dined with a couple of friends and had a great time. I would recommend Wink Wink Food and Drink. You won't be disappointed!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 21 July 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    $28 for Glenlevt 12 years , single shot, too much!

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    8 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 19 July 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was lackluster to say the least. Felt like hospital food, you know when you aren’t allowed any salt. When we told our server, he immediately went to the kitchen. The chef tasted the pasta himself and realized he didn’t salt the pasta water. Every single course lacked flavor. We were a group of 5 and we all started tasting each other’s meals because we just were baffled that it could be this bad. From appetizers all the way to dessert. It was unfortunately a miss for sure. Our server was amazing though. He took it on the chin and kept apologizing the entire night. He definitely made it better for sure. I will say, the drinks from the bar are good! And the Brussels sprouts were amazing. We agreed we would come back just for drinks and Brussels! Hoping it was just an off night for the kitchen.

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FAQs

Wink Wink Food and Drink offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 906-1290.

Wink Wink Food and Drink is rated 4.5 stars by 198 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 7 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Wink Wink Food and Drink

1290 Boulevard of the Arts, Sarasota, FL 34236-2900

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Cocoanut Avenue
  • Area
    Sarasota
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–5:00 pm Bar Daily 11:00 am–12:00 am Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Pacific Rim
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Donald Robinson
  • Additional
    Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Vegan
  • Phone number
    (941) 906-1290
  • Private party facilities
    From inspiring collaborations to creative celebrations, thinking outside-the-box starts with not meeting in one. Wink Wink Modern Lounge offers a variety of venues for creatives, entrepreneurs and groups seeking an authentic, inspiring setting in the heart of downtown Sarasota.
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