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1. Ocean Prime - Sarasota

4.7

Exceptional(618)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Sarasota

Booked 118 times today

Ocean Prime is a nationally acclaimed, dynamic seafood & steakhouse from the award-winning Cameron Mitchell Restaurants located in the The Quay Sarasota. Ocean Prime delivers an elevated experience with exceptional ambiance, a chef-curated menu, signature handcrafted cocktails, Wine Spectator honored wine list and genuine hospitality. Reservations are recommended. Ocean Prime strives to provide an elegant, fine dining atmosphere. Our associates’ priority is to ensure your experience is memorable. We ask that our guests choose attire that is both polished and suited to our restaurant. THANK YOU FOR NOT WEARING: Clothing emitting excessive marijuana odor, excessively revealing clothing or exposed undergarments, or clothing with offensive language or graphics. Admittance to Ocean Prime is at the discretion of management who reserves the right to refuse service to patrons who are inappropriately dressed.

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2. Offshore Tapas and Wine Bar

2.6

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$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Sarasota

Embark on a gastronomic adventure at Offshore Tapas and Wine Bar, where breakfast and happy hour start at 4pm, followed by dinner every evening. Explore a menu influenced by American flavors, showcasing fresh seafood, creative bar bites, and a wide array of local beers. Our welcoming mixologists prepare handcrafted cocktails to enhance your tropical dining experience. Each visit to Offshore Tapas and Wine Bar is a chance to enjoy the tastes of Sarasota and make lasting memories in the city center.

3. Arts & Central

4.7

Exceptional(537)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Sarasota

Booked 59 times today

In the heart of the Rosemary District, come discover a dining experience that’s at the crossroads where laid-back vibes meet gourmet delights.

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4. Selva Grill Downtown Sarasota

4.8

Exceptional(5976)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Latin / Spanish • Sarasota

Booked 60 times today

Selva offers innovative, intricately prepared dishes, plated and presented as works of art. Selva has earned raves from allover the world, including from the New York Times, which write that Selva is “serving possibly the best food in Sarasota,”and that “everything on the menu is worth trying.”

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5. The Rosemary & Thyme

4.8

Exceptional(4652)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Sarasota

Booked 57 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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6. Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse - Sarasota

4.7

Exceptional(2936)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Sarasota

Booked 46 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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7. Columbia Restaurant - Sarasota

4.8

Exceptional(10968)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Spanish • Sarasota

Booked 241 times today

Family-owned and operated for more than 116 years, Columbia has earned acclaim for its old-world charm and award-winning Spanish/Cuban cuisine. Casual attire is fine, but we don’t allow sleeveless shirts on men in the dining room.Join us for century-old family recipes like Paella "a la Valenciana," Roast Pork "a la Cubana,"and fresh seafood specialties. Don’t miss Columbia’s Original “1905” Salad®, prepared with our delicious, freshly-made dressing, a 100-year-old family recipe of fresh garlic, oregano, wine vinegar and Spanish extra virgin olive oil. Be sure to sample a fine Spanish wine like Montecillo or Campillo. Relax outdoors on our patio, or inside our Mediterranean-style dining rooms filled with hand-painted tiles and family heirlooms. We are a sister to the Columbia in Tampa's Ybor City, founded in 1905. Children's menu available. Open 365 days a year, including all holidays.

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8. Duval's Fresh. Local. Seafood.

4.7

Exceptional(5648)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Sarasota

Booked 73 times today

We are an eclectic eatery 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 (2019-2023)Best Seafood Restaurant (2016-2023)Best Sandwich for our renowned Po' Boy (2016-2022)Best Lunch (2020-2022)Thank you, Sarasota!For parties of 8 or more, a gratuity of 18% will be added to the check.

9. Sage SRQ

4.8

Exceptional(1840)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Global, International • Sarasota

Booked 20 times today

Sage is Sarasota’s premier dining destination, providing inspirational cuisine and original craft cocktails in an unforgettable setting. Award-winning Chef Christopher Covelli and his team curate seasonal menus, highlighting flavorful culinary creations from around the world. As a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence recipient, Sage also offers an extensive wine list. Housed in the stunning historic Sarasota Times building, Sage's decor and attention to detail is mirrored in the food and service they provide. Sage's rooftop bar provides a serene setting for viewing some of Sarasota's spectacular sunsets.

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10. Dry Dock Waterfront Grill

4.8

Exceptional(9705)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Longboat Key

Booked 147 times today

The Dry Dock Waterfront Grill is a “polished casual” restaurant over looking Sarasota Bay. We are located at the south end of Longboat Key behind the gas station. We are north of St. Armand’s Circle, and minutes from downtown Sarasota. Best known for Local Fresh Grouper and Red Snapper. Enjoy the second story dining area with a panaramic view of the bay, or enjoy dining outdoors on our dockside patio.

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Jill
Southwest Florida •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
All of our meals were excellent. Courtney was our server and she was wonderful.
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Dry Dock Waterfront GrillPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Longboat Key
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4.8
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Harry
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Service was excellent, menu is limited and no off menu specials so you need to look at menu online before deciding to eat here. Food was excellent cocktails as well. Caprese fresh and flavorful, duck perfectly cooked risotto cake crisp, dessert - chocolate mousse cake - over the top awesome. Good value for the money. My 2 comments - water could have been colder and some interesting bread would be nice clearly your pastry chef is talented enough to come up with a signature seasonal item.
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Sage SRQPrice: Expensive• Global, International• Sarasota
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4.8
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AnnetteVIP
Pittsburgh / Western PA •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Excellent, interesting menu. Really great decor and service.
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Arts & CentralPrice: Moderate• American• Sarasota
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4.7
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LynnVIP
Chicago / Illinois •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Outstanding! Everything was great! Server included!
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Ocean Prime - SarasotaPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Sarasota
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4.7

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