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1. Kolucan
4.5
Awesome(397)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Mexican • Gulf Gate Estates
Booked 9 times today
Discover a culinary adventure where Mexican tradition meets modern innovation. Our talented chefs have crafted a menu that will tantalize your taste buds. Enjoy the perfect fusion of flavors in the heart of Gulf Gate, Sarasota. Join us for exceptional cuisine, handcrafted cocktails, and a vibrant atmosphere!We're pleased to offer indoor and outdoor dining and a prime happy hour and cocktail spot in our Frida Lounge!
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2. Connors Steak & Seafood - Sarasota
4.7
Exceptional(9092)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Siesta Key
Booked 69 times today
Connors Steak & Seafood specializes in fresh seafood and premium aged steaks, as well as gourmet salads, pastas and more! Enjoy a memorable evening with friends and family in our well-appointed dining rooms, or stop by for the lunch you and your associates deserve. Our friendly service and flavorful fare will keep you coming back for more.
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3. La Dolce Vita Authentic Italian Cuisine
4.8
Exceptional(428)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Sarasota
For Valentine’s Day, we are offering a special prix-fixe menu at $95 per person. You can see the menu in the appropriate section.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.
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4. Michael's On East
4.7
Exceptional(5956)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Sarasota
Booked 18 times today
Michael's On East is a perfect date night spot, offering a sophisticated 1940s supper club atmosphere. Reviewers rave about the 'exceptional' food, 'outstanding' service, and 'inspired' décor. With its 'incomparable service' and 'exceptional dining experience', it's ideal for special occasions. It's not just about the food, it's about the 'epicurean special choices', 'wonderful ambience' and 'great live piano background music'.
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5. Maestrale
4.6
Exceptional(145)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Gulf Gate Estates
Booked 3 times today
IMPORTANT NOITCE: Since we use both Opentable and the Touchbistro reservation system we will limit Opentable reservations during busy days, you can still reserve on google/touch-bistro, or you can always call us! This way we avoid overcrowding, thank you for your understanding!Our restaurant and pizzeria Maestrale it's the wind that brings good and bad weather in the Italian peninsula. Our small family owned place is open for dinner six days a week. Our dishes originally are from Puglia in south Italy: la puccia, focaccia, mozzarella, orecchiette, panzerotti and the sea food dishes, the famous Pugliese olive oil as well as the fine selection of wine are a must! The atmosphere is friendly, family style dining, and also for romantic and special occassions, inspired from the old style elegant Italian restaurants where you feel just like at home, alla salute!
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6. Fleming's Steakhouse - Sarasota
4.8
Exceptional(1983)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Sarasota
Booked 14 times today
Your Sarasota Fleming's is located on the corner of US 41 (Tamiami Trail) and Siesta Drive, just across the street from Westfield Southgate Shopping Center and minutes from downtown and the Ritz-Carlton and Hyatt Regency Hotels. Fleming's in Sarasota is an outstanding choice to enjoy an exceptional Prime steak, glass of wine or handcrafted cocktail. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, hosting a business dinner or simply wanting to enjoy a night out - we will create a safe and memorable evening in our Dining Room or Outdoor Patio. If you prefer to enjoy your fine dining experience at home, you can order and pay for lunch or dinner online and then pick up curbside or select from one of our delivery partners.
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7. Adeline - Sarasota
4.7
Exceptional(134)
Price: Expensive
• American • Sarasota
Booked 5 times today
The team at Adeline lives every second, of every minute, of every hour, of every day striving to always be moving forward in a better direction. To never stop learning and bettering themselves. To always learn from the past to create a better tomorrow.Drew, who was born in Baltimore, Maryland, made a name for himself working in a number of kitchens in Washington, D.C., including high-ranked restaurants and Michelin-starred establishments. Drew went on to receive the Rising Stars award from StarChefs, being recognized as one of the Top Chefs in Washington DC.The Chef’s Counter is an intimate view into the heart of Adeline.We offer six seats showcasing a front row immersive experience of our chefs. Reserve your seat at the Chefs Counter by booking on "Experiences" Exclusively through Opentable.
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8. Pietro's Italian Restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(758)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Sarasota
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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9. Roessler's
4.9
Exceptional(1989)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Sarasota
Booked 4 times today
WE CANNOT WAIT TO SEE YOU! PLEASE NOTE WE CAN NOT ACCEPT RESERVATIONS FOR OUTSIDE DINING, PARTIES OVER 6, OR HOLIDAYS THROUGH OPEN TABLE. PLEASE CALL THE RESTAURANT IF YOUR TIME IS NOT AVAILABLE. THANK YOU!!! 941 966 5688
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10. JPAN - The Shop at Siesta Row
4.9
Exceptional(448)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Sarasota
Booked 5 times today
WE OFFER A WIDE RANGE OF TRADITIONAL JAPANESE DISHES ALONG WITH MIND-BLOWING SUSHI AND KITCHEN CREATIONS. LET OUR EXPERIENCED AND INNOVATIVE CHEFS DESIGN A MAGNIFICENT MEAL FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ALL WHILE BEING IN THE CARE OF OUR LIVELY AND HOSPITABLE STAFF. WHETHER IT’S TRADITIONAL FARE, SUSHI OR TEMPURA YOU CRAVE, WE CAN HANDLE YOUR HUNGER AND GIVE YOU SEVERAL REASONS TO KEEP COMING BACK FOR MORE!
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