Restaurants near Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

48 restaurants available nearby

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1. the Ringling Grillroom

4.6

Exceptional(407)

$$$$

• American • Sarasota

Booked 33 times today

The Ringling Grillroom is a Modern American restaurant and a favorite go-to for special occasions and casual lunch get-togethers alike. Located on the ground floor of the McKay Visitor's Pavilion at the John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, we are open to visitors of the museum as well as the general public. Indoor and outdoor seating is available.

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2. Dry Dock Waterfront Grill

4.8

Exceptional(6956)

$$$$

• Seafood • Longboat Key

Booked 188 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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3. Columbia Restaurant - Sarasota

4.7

Exceptional(7865)

$$$$

• Spanish • Sarasota

Booked 267 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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4. Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse - Sarasota

4.7

Exceptional(1730)

$$$$

• Steakhouse • Sarasota

Booked 55 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. The Rosemary & Thyme

4.7

Exceptional(2715)

$$$$

• American • Sarasota

Booked 68 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. Libby's - Sarasota

4.6

Exceptional(3183)

$$$$

• Contemporary American • Sarasota

Booked 68 times today

Open in Sarasota since May of 2019, the Libby's space is open, modern & minimalist. Delicious menu items, sophisticated wine and daily specials are at the core of all that we do! Cozy bar area, weekday happy hour specials, and a private dining room are some of the unique features at our Sarasota location.

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7. Selva Grill Downtown Sarasota

4.7

Exceptional(4914)

$$$$

• Latin / Spanish • Sarasota

Booked 90 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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8. Duval's Fresh. Local. Seafood.

4.6

Exceptional(4446)

$$$$

• Seafood • Sarasota

Booked 82 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 (2019-2022)Best Seafood Restaurant (2016-2022)Best Sandwich for our renowned Po' Boy (2016-2022)Best Lunch (2020-2022)Thank you, Sarasota!

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9. Jack Dusty Coastal Cuisine and Crafted Cocktails

4.8

Exceptional(1887)

$$$$

• Seafood • Sarasota

Booked 48 times today

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.

10. Sage SRQ

4.8

Exceptional(1092)

$$$$

• Global, International • Sarasota

Booked 37 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.

Restaurants near Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

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48 restaurants available nearby

1. the Ringling Grillroom

2. Dry Dock Waterfront Grill

3. Columbia Restaurant - Sarasota

4. Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse - Sarasota

5. The Rosemary & Thyme

6. Libby's - Sarasota

7. Selva Grill Downtown Sarasota

8. Duval's Fresh. Local. Seafood.

9. Jack Dusty Coastal Cuisine and Crafted Cocktails

10. Sage SRQ

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