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1. Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-Sarasota
4.5
Awesome(1212)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Sarasota
Booked 8 times today
For parties of 13 or more please call the restaurant.*Weather may interfere with your reservation, we will do our best to accommodate you.*Out of passion, tradition, hard work and integrity, Bavaro’s opened its doors in March 2009 as the first traditional Neapolitan Pizzeria in the state of Florida. Determined to share their family recipes with the world, Dan Bavaro, his wife Anna-Maria, and their five beautiful children packed their U-Haul, left their friends and family, drove from New Jersey to Tampa, and set out to provide for others the same love, energy, and authenticity that they experience around their own dinner table.
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2. Fork and Hen
new
4.5
Awesome(33)
Price: Expensive
• Southern • Downtown
Booked 10 times today
Fork & Hen is a Sarasota gem where Southern soul food meets modern flair. This scratch kitchen features a vibrant atmosphere and expertly crafted dishes that will delight your palate. Savor favorites like The Hitman Burger, a juicy creation with American cheese and fancy sauce, or the Drop Biscuits Crab Rangoon, a tasty blend of creamy crab and crispy dough. For classic comfort, try their Chicken & Waffles, served with fluffy buttermilk waffles and maple lavender butter. Explore unique options like Mama's Shrimp Fried Rice, a savory twist on a Mexican classic, or the Deep Deep South Falafel for a delightful vegetarian treat. Fork & Hen's new location at the corner of Washington and Main in lively downtown Sarasota is the perfect spot to enjoy a meal with friends and family. With generous portions, friendly service, and a 4.8-star Yelp rating, it’s a must-try for anyone seeking an elevated Southern dining experience. Come experience the magic at Fork & Hen!
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3. Mediterraneo Ristorante Italiano
4.7
Exceptional(3749)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Sarasota
Booked 34 times today
With its modern but classic Italian cuisine and emphasis on artisanal and contemporary Northern Italian style, Mediterraneo is often credited with being the first restaurant to bring authentic contemporary Italian cuisine to Sarasota when it first opened in 1996. Still under the same ownership, Mediterraneo has consistently been rated one of the top restaurants in Zagat. The restaurant has received numerous accolades including the acclaimed Insegna Del Ristorante Italiano awarded by The Minister of Agriculture & Commerce in Rome. With its highest honor, inducting the restaurant into its Accademia Italiana della Cucina "Fine Dining Hall of Fame." Mediterraneo has been rated as Best of the Best in Sarasota Magazine since the first year of opening. So whether you're celebrating a special occasion or grabbing a quick bite to eat, at Mediterraneo you are always assured the best quality food accompanied by excellent service. All of it thoroughly Italian.
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4. Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse - Sarasota
4.7
Exceptional(3024)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Sarasota
Booked 45 times today
Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse is an award-winning prime steakhouse specializing in aged USDA prime steaks. Located in the heart of Sarasota’s pedestrian friendly downtown, Hyde Park is just minutes from Siesta Key, Longboat Key, and St. Armand’s Circle and 5 minutes from the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall and the Beatrice Friedman Symphony Center. The restaurant offers a chef-inspired menu featuring variations of its legendary aged prime steaks, daily chef’s fresh fish features and great seafood. Award-winning menus, the extensive wine list and impeccable service are why Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse is Sarasota’s favorite fine dining restaurant and top pick for intimate dinners, special occasions, family gatherings, business dinners, corporate events and small receptions. Private dining rooms available. Complimentary valet parking (with validation).
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5. Duval's Fresh. Local. Seafood.
4.7
Exceptional(5714)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Sarasota
Booked 32 times today
We are an award-winning restaurant with a passion for stunning seafood, superb service, fine wine, and creative cocktails.We are committed to serving only the freshest dishes to our guests. We receive fresh fish daily from our local suppliers and filet everything in house to ensure the best possible quality.Together with our unique menu, our focus on excellent service allows us to deliver a one-of-a-kind dining experience in downtown Sarasota. Every menu item is prepared to order to allow for customization and personalization of each dish and to ensure you are getting the freshest possible meal.Voted Sarasota's Best by Herald Tribune Readers:Best All-Around Restaurant (7 years in a row)Best Seafood Restaurant (10 years in a row)Best Sandwich for our renowned Po' Boy (7 years in a row)Thank you, Sarasota!For parties of 8 or more, a gratuity of 18% will be added to the check.
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6. Indigenous
4.8
Exceptional(1079)
Price: Expensive
• American • Sarasota
Booked 14 times today
Opened in 2011, Indigenous has earned a reputation for being an inspirational and educational restaurant. For years, Indigenous has been known as one of America’s top restaurants, renowned for its passion for food, the community, and the planet. Indigenous’ menu of seasonal American cuisine changes progressively throughout the year based on peak ingredient availability. With a focus on sustainable seafood, we work closely with local fisherman, artisans, and farmers to maintain the highest quality. At Indigenous, we are always working our best to create a better food system. Owner Chef Steve Phelps has been a James Beard Foundation Semi Finalist for Best Chef South in 2014 & 2015, an Ambassador for Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch Blue Ribbon Task Force, and a founding member and Chef for the EDF Coalition for Sustainable Aquaculture.
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7. Pazzo On Orange
4.5
Awesome(80)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Sarasota
Booked 21 times today
At Pazzo on Orange, we blend traditional Italian flavors with a touch of elegance, offering a dining experience that transports you straight to Italy. Our menu features Italian classics like the fresh mozzarella sandwich, Italian beef, and chicken or eggplant parm sandwiches. Pasta lovers will love our gnocchi Bolognese or seafood linguine with lobster tail, shrimp, mussels, clams, and calamari in a spicy fra diavolo sauce.Beyond our delicious cuisine, we offer a warm, inviting atmosphere with indoor and outdoor seating. Our patio, complete with a cozy fireplace, is perfect for cooler evenings. We even host beginner’s conversational Italian lessons alongside our extensive wine selection. Whether you're here for a casual lunch, romantic dinner, or special event, Pazzo on Orange delivers an unforgettable taste of Italian hospitality.
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8. The Rosemary & Thyme
4.8
Exceptional(4764)
Price: Expensive
• American • Sarasota
Booked 20 times today
Welcome to Rosemary & Thyme! Downtown Sarasota American Bistro serving traditional and contemporary dishes with an emphasis on healthy options. Savor made-from-scratch selections for breakfast, lunch and dinner prepared with fresh ingredients from regional farms.
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9. 1592 Wood Fired Kitchen
4.5
Awesome(1518)
Price: Moderate
• Mediterranean • Sarasota
Booked 26 times today
The modus operandi at 1592 is fire. The key feature – everything is cooked on wood fired grill. The menu is handcrafted and well executed. 1592 is a great spot to indulge in comforting and flavourful cuisine from around the world.
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10. Lefty's Oyster & Seafood Bar
4.5
Awesome(78)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Sarasota
Booked 11 times today
Lefty’s Oyster & Seafood Bar offers the revival of coastal seafood in a rustic, comfortable atmosphere. Our made-to-order fare & innovative cocktails will chart your course to sharing a good meal with friends & family. Our Marine Cuisine board offers the freshest specialty oysters, fin fish & chef choice dishes. Join us to experience the watershed moments when hospitality gives its all & the gems of the sea live up to their reputation.Located in the Rosemary District in Downtown SRQ, our full bar features Lefty's innovative mixologists creating your favorites or our signature cocktails, a creative wine list & rotations from local craft brewers.Dine inside with us or on our covered patio. Lunch, Happy Hours, Dinner.Locally owned & part of the Watershed Hospitality Concepts family, we serve hospitality to our guests & our community & are proud business partners with dozens of schools, military & veterans, law enforcement & local not-for-profits. Convenient Private + street parking.

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