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Jack Dusty Coastal Cuisine and Crafted Cocktails

4.6
4.6
1975 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood
Who is Jack Dusty? Jack Dusty, so named for the 18th century short-hand term for the naval store clerk whose responsibility included doling out the daily lot of rum to sailors and maintaining the ship’s inventory of food supplies, offers guests a bevy of dining and drinking options with indoor/outdoor seating and views of sparkling Sarasota Bay and beyond. Jack Dusty features modern classic seafood, offers a lively bar and presents a prominent cocktail program.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 53 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Seafood, Contemporary American

  • Hours of operation

    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:30 pm Dinner Daily 4:30 pm–9:30 pm

  • Phone number

    (941) 309-2266

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Private party facilities

    Glass walled Semi-Private Dining Room accomodates up to 15 guests. Outdoor space and alternative indoor space may be available on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for more information.megan.neal@ritzcarlton.comAnthony.aviiles@ritzcarlton.com

  • Private party contact

    Clay Kearney: (941) 309-2443

  • Neighborhood

    Sarasota

  • Cross street

    US-41 and Gulfstream

  • Parking details

    Valet parking is complimentary for guests of Jack Dusty.

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,975 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Tampa / Central Florida West

    Seafood

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Great for scenic views

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Seafood

  1. debra

    Orlando

    101 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    101 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delightful evening with waterfront views, attentive service. The polenta/molasses bread is a winner!

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  2. MargueriteZ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We have a lovely dinner on the patio. Our server was friendly and accommodating.

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  3. Nancy

    Naples

    3 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall4food5service2ambience5
    Always have a wonderful time, with good food and service . However, the restaurant was not crowded and the service was very slow.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Other than noise level - it was a fabulous experience. Service was outstanding and the food was extraordinary - wonderful choices prepared perfectly and presented beautifully. We appreciated a perfect weather opportunity to enjoy dining outside in the shade. It was really a best of Sarasota experience and we won’t wait so long to return next time.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our waiter Lyle was outstanding !

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  6. SaraG

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our waiters name was Michael and he did an amazing job!

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  7. sashafoodie

    Baltimore

    34 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous from beginning to end! Service, cuisine, and ambiance was superb!

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  8. Marge

    Chicago

    13 reviews

    3.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience2
    Food and service were good; we sat down at our table with a screaming baby at the next table, a shaky start.

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  9. CityGirlintheBurbs

    Tampa

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great Sunday brunch!! Celebrated a birthday - beautiful atmosphere!!

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  10. eatout

    Tampa

    447 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    447 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience2
    The food and service as usual were excellent! We really enjoy Jack Dusty - BUT - last evening presented a problem. Our outside table which is usually reasonably quiet was subjected (maybe because it was Saturday night) to a simply atrocious singer who in lieu having even a smidgen of talent, turned up the volume. This is not what one would ever expect of a Ritz Carlton - anywhere.

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  11. RaeS

    Cincinnati

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience5
    Wait service was exceptional! Drinks amazing. Food was just ok and for the money was not good at all. Use to love the food at JD but now we will only have cocktails.

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  12. NoreenD

    Tampa

    9 reviews

    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    Atmosphere was casual. View was pleasant but not gulf view. Steak dinner was very good but shrimp pasta ($46) was so so, as shrimp was cut in small pieces and mixed into the dish. I would have expected large shrimp placed nicely on plate. Service was very good but not outstanding. Disappointed overall because it was the Ritz Carlton and I expected it to be over the top.

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  13. KimC

    New England

    2 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience5
    The atmosphere was great. The food was good. The service was very slow. I don't know if it was the waiter or kitchen. The waiter was very nice. We were there just shy of three hours for dinner and returned the next morning for breakfast and that also took a while. We had the same waiter. Overall, the restaurant is worth a try. Can't beat the view.

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  14. Jesse

    Tahoe

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience4
    Service was very slow. We ordered the kid food first expecting it to be delivered ASAP but instead their food didn’t come until much later with the adult food that was ordered afterward - by then the kids were getting very cranky. Also, $17 for slowly-delivered cheerios and milk is ridiculous. I’m not even someone who needs to care about money!

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  15. PritiI

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server tall white man no hair was soooo sweet and friendly! The food was amazing and the view was great!!

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  16. debra

    Orlando

    101 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    101 reviews

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Attentive service…love the special bread. Enjoyed Sarasota Ciopino and Shrimp & Grits

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  17. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 8, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Beautiful water views. Must sit on patio! Great experience and great service. All the food was so yummy.

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  18. BrendaP

    Jackson Hole

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Pleasant atmosphere, good food, pricey, OK service. We all love the Ritz-Carlton.

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  19. LaineyK

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Total experience was great. Wait staff are attentive and professional. Calamari and fried green tomatoes with crab were excellent. Beautiful sunset evening.

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  20. eatout

    Tampa

    447 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    447 reviews

    Dined on May 1, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    Although pricey, Jack Dusty consistently delivers with positively delicious food from an extremely interesting menu. As is customary in our world, servers have too many tables and are unable to provide timely attention which is frustrating.

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  21. CharlesS

    Dallas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Wonderful crispy salmon dish!! Was a bit loud inside, go outside, much better

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    2 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience4
    I expected so much more…. Food was not flavorful and service was spotty. We sat trying to get the servers attention so we could get spoons for our Cioppino.

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  23. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    66 reviews

    4.0

    66 reviews

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    We got a last minute reservation as we were craving some seafood and had a lovely dinner out on the patio. My husband got the unconventional gumbo with the nights special fish of grouper. He was very satisfied by all the flavors and the portions were very generous. I ordered the seafood cioppino. The orange peel broth was so flavorful and not too salty. Loved the bay scallops shrimp and mussels. Unfortunately just a few clams that remained closed and a couple of pieces of fish. This was accompanied with 2 slices of bread that helped scoop of the broth and diced tomatoes. We split the rum to finish. It’s more like a bread than a cake. We only could finish 1/3 of this! Service was great as Danielle was very attentive and yet she juggled her other guests with respect and efficiency.

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  24. MichaelJ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    An excellent place to have drinks and a meal with friends. Quiet enough to enjoy, but still outside in the beautiful Florida weather.

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  25. edwardb

    Chicago

    179 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    179 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very good food and service .Fish taco’s excellent !

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We got engaged and went out for a celebratory dinner. Food was delicious, drinks were amazing, and the service was phenomenal. Will absolutely be going back on future trips!

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  27. harrykhi

    Naples

    158 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    158 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    Fine food but challenging evening. Long wait for table not requested. Then requested Jennifer a professional waitress we’ve enjoyed many times before. Nope. Then not choice of table in full sun(blinding @times). We waited to order. We waited for appetizer. Then our food arrived and no one cleared the dirty plates from starter & bread. Our waitress was waiting on customers as they waited for tables in the lounge area. She disappeared way too many times too long. We are regulars and eat here a lot. Yes, disappointed!

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  28. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely loved it. A must do. Food, atmosphere, service was all wonderful

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  29. Worktofish

    New Orleans

    125 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    125 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Server was five-star… Ritz Carlton quality all the way

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  30. KevinT

    Atlanta Metro

    26 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall1food3service1ambience4
    Came in for a special occasion and had friends there to and yet had to ask for items multiple times, food only ok and yet wasn’t asked, instead we got a sales pitch from a realtor/our waiter and his card. Bill was incorrect too.

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  31. MikeS

    Tampa

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and service is always great! Beautiful patio and dog friendly. Needs to be re-done soon

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  32. KatieM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service. We loved our waiter Jorge. So professional and friendly. Food and view were wonderful. Bartender was less friendly but good drinks!

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  33. LaurelC

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent cobb salad on the veranda overlooking the gulf and marina. What could possibly be better than this for Monday lunch with a great friend!

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  34. PTgirl

    Charleston

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on April 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Once again, food was delicious and service on point. We enjoyed the casual yet upscale atmosphere as well.

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  35. KathyJ

    Atlanta Metro

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service drinks and food. Seated in a timely fashion, even on a holiday weekend.

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  36. JAFFIE

    Las Vegas

    22 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall2food4service5ambience5
    Cocktails are NOT “crafted” One of us got a Bloody Mary which had no Garnish and plain table salt in the rim; I ordered a Paloma in a short glass and it was $22.00. The Ritz needs some new Bartenders if they think they serve Craft Cocktails!

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  37. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Probably too fancy for just a regular night out, but great food, service, and a view. A bit pricey.

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  38. harrykhi

    Naples

    158 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    158 reviews

    Dined on April 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Another fabulous meal @ Jack Dusty. Though two Birthday’s went went unrecognized!

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  39. OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    2 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience5
    The food was very average and overpriced. We won’t be back.

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  40. Goldie

    Tampa

    165 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    165 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Garret is an earnest, caring waiter. The fish dip & shishito peppers divine & my friend loved his burger & fries!

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff temperature check required

FAQs

Jack Dusty Coastal Cuisine and Crafted Cocktails is rated 4.6 stars by 1975 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 53 times today
Google Map for Jack Dusty Coastal Cuisine and Crafted Cocktails

1111 Ritz-Carlton Drive, Sarasota, FL 34236

Additional information

  • Cross street

    US-41 and Gulfstream

  • Neighborhood

    Sarasota

  • Hours of operation

    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:30 pm Dinner Daily 4:30 pm–9:30 pm

  • Cuisines

    Seafood, Contemporary American

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Valet parking is complimentary for guests of Jack Dusty.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (941) 309-2266

  • Private party facilities

    Glass walled Semi-Private Dining Room accomodates up to 15 guests. Outdoor space and alternative indoor space may be available on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for more information.megan.neal@ritzcarlton.comAnthony.aviiles@ritzcarlton.com

  • Private party contact

    Clay Kearney: (941) 309-2443

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