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Michael's on East - Main Dining Room - Michael's On East, Sarasota, FL

Michael's On East

4.7
4.7
5866 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
1212 East Avenue South, Sarasota, FL 34239

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 18 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Romantic
Serving "inspired cuisine" since 1987, the celebrated Michael’s On East restaurant takes fine dining to another level, offering award-winning cuisine and outstanding service, in an exceptional 1940s supper club atmosphere. Michael's On East has been inducted into Nation's Restaurant News Fine Dining Hall of Fame and recently received their 34th consecutive AAA Four-Diamond Award. The 350+ bottle wine list has been awarded the Best of Award of Excellence by the Wine Spectator!

Upon entering the dining room, you are immediately dazzled by the plush design and inspired décor. The restaurant’s intimate aura, along with its contemporary flare, world-class wine cellar and incomparable service, create an unparalleled dining experience.

Michael's Lounge, complete with a grand piano, is a guest favorite with its signature cocktails and award winning wine selection.

Michael’s Atrium for outdoor dining is a stunning glass-covered, plant-filled courtyard with a beautiful flowing fountain.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Steak, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Bar Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Carry Out and Delivery Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Jamil Pineda
  • Catering
    Michael's has multiple other venues for your special events. Whatever the occasion, the staff of Michael's On East are in the business of creating memorable events. From dazzling galas for 1,000 or more, to an intimate candlelit dinner for two, we pride ourselves on providing Sarasota's finest cuisine and the best service on Florida's Gulf Coast!
  • Private party facilities
    For an unparalleled dining and wine tasting experience, your guests will never forget, experience Michael's Wine Cellar. One of Sarasota's hippest locations to entertain, Michael's Wine Cellar can accommodate 125 guests for a cocktail party or up to 50 for an elegant sit-down dinner.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Sarasota
  • Cross street
    Bahia Vista
  • Parking details
    We offer both Valet and Self-Parking. Valet Parking is located on East Ave.
  • Entertainment
    Enjoy live music nightly in the Michael's On East Piano Bar Lounge. Joe Micals, Tuesday - Saturday, beginning at 7 p.m.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 5,866 people are saying

Michael's On East reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Great for fine wines

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Romantic

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Good for special occasions

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Michael's On East offers a "fantastic dining experience" with a beautiful ambiance and attentive service. Guests rave about the "exceptional food," particularly the wine selection and creative cocktails. While some had service issues, the majority commend the restaurant for "consistently delivering excellence." Perfect for special occasions, it's a top choice in Sarasota.

5,866 Reviews
  1. Tom VIP

    Tampa10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent experience. The service was first class (Nick). I had the branzino…outstanding. My wife loved her scallops/scrimp with gnocchi.entire. Highly recommend Michael’s if you want an exceptional restaurant.
    Michael's On EastResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you so much for the review, Tom! We will let Nick know you were happy with his service. We cannot wait to have you back!

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  2. Elizabeth VIP

    Naples66 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Michael's is always the best. We requested seating on the terrace upper level which is always quieter than in side. Our server, Kelly, was terrific. The food, as usual, was excellent.
    Michael's On EastResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Elizabeth! We're thrilled to hear that you always enjoy dining at Michael's On East. We're glad you enjoyed our terrace seating and our service! We strive to provide the best for our guests and your feedback is a testament to our efforts. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. - The Management Team

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  3. Heather VIP

    Dallas4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a great experience our server was fantastic!
    Michael's On EastResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Heather, We're thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic experience at Michael's On East! It's wonderful to know that our team made a positive impression on you. We always aim to provide excellent service and it's great to hear that we met that goal. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best Regards, The Management Team

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  4. paul VIP

    Tampa76 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food, good service, nice evening We had an early dinner Saturday and had not been to Michael's for awhile. We had a nice table in the corner away from the bar, which we liked very much. Katee our server was great and Sea Bass and Veal Chop quite tasty. Portions were more than ample. Highly recommend for a special ocassion.
    Michael's On EastResponded 3 days ago
    Thanks for the review, Paul! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your early dinner at Michael's On East. It's great to know that you found our food tasty and our service great. We always strive to make our guests feel special! We'll take note of your feedback about the value. We look forward to welcoming you back for more special occasions!

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  5. mark

    New York City1 review

    3.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    We had heard about Michael's and decided to celebrate my wife's birthday there on a Saturday night. The outside seating in the atrium is quiet and the space is elegant. Our waiter was friendly and the food was inventive and very good. However, after receiving both bread and water we had to wait way too long to order cocktails which then took a quite a while to arrive. We ordered appetizers but they arrived without our waiter. We were half way through the apps before we could request the wine menu which, once again, took way too long to arrive. Lastly, I was disappointed when the desert we ordered arrived without a candle, especially after noticing it at 2 other tables. Overall, while the food was great it was not a special experience. Might bo back but I doubt it.
    Michael's On EastResponded 2 days ago
    Greetings Mark, First of all I would like to wish your wife a very happy birthday! I'm pleased to hear that you both enjoyed the beautiful atrium as well as our delicious dishes. The gaps in service and the mistiming of drinks/appetizers does not bring me pleasure to hear about however. Freddy, your server, expressed his frustration at this very scenario; he was unable to get the cocktails from the bar before the appetizers came out, which was through no fault of his own. Not to make an excuse, but just to clear the air as Freddy is one of our best servers. The lag on the wine menu delivery as well as no candle on your dessert however is inexcusable and I do apologize for that. I greatly appreciate your feedback and I know we can do better. I will be reaching out to you privately!

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  6. jim VIP

    Tampa25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Katy is a top notch server. Lobster dinner was deslicious but the Mexican dinner was average. Love eating there, We always feel at home, and everyone does their best to make dining there a very enjobable evening. Even the valet parker is great!!.
    Michael's On EastResponded 4 days ago
    Hey Jim! Thank you so much for your kind words. We're thrilled to hear that you had a great dining experience with us at Michael's On East. We're glad you enjoyed our lobster dinner and that our team made you feel at home. We appreciate your feedback on the Mexican dinner and we're always striving to improve. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Thanks again!

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  7. Andi VIP

    Tampa31 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We haven't been to Michael's in a long time and we thoroughly enjoyed the food, service and ambiance.
    Michael's On EastResponded 4 days ago
    Thanks for the review, Andi! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the food, service, and ambiance at Michael's On East. It's always a pleasure to serve our valued customers like you. We're committed to maintaining the high standards we've always upheld, and we look forward to your return visit.

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  8. Tim

    Tampa48 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It had been several years since we had been to Michael’s, but it won’t be that long until we go back. One attraction for us is their solid wine list - much better than most in the area from a variety and price perspective. But the food was very solid as well. Not Michelin star quality or particularly innovative, but very good and well worth a visit, particularly for nicer occasions. For us it’s a good option for our monthly “very nice” dining, i.e., three course dinner for two for $250-$300, including a nice bottle of wine. But you can spend half or twice as much if that is your preference on a particular evening. This visit we had the angel-hair onion rings, two salads, sea bass and bow tie pasta entrees, and a shared desert, with a bottle of white wine. Everything was excellent, including the cheerful service by Freddie.
    Michael's On EastResponded 7 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Tim! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our solid wine list and found the food to be very good. We're glad you find our monthly "very nice" dining option satisfying. We're also pleased to know that you enjoyed our angel-hair onion rings, salads, sea bass, and bow tie pasta entrees. We're glad the service was cheerful. We look forward to welcoming you back to Michael's On East soon. Best, The Management Team

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  9. Dawn

    Richmond6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 1, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The steaks (filet and ribeye) were really good! The Mac n cheese was the best we’ve ever had. They made our anniversary dinner special with a nice dessert that was delicious but we were too full to finish. Wonderful service from Derrick and Nick!
    Michael's On EastResponded 7 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Dawn! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the steak and mac n cheese. It's always a pleasure to provide a memorable dining experience for our guests, especially on their special occasions. We're glad that our service met your expectations and made your anniversary dinner even more memorable. We look forward to serving you again at Michael's On East.

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  10. Diane

    San Diego7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I would certainly recommend Michaels. We really enjoyed every aspect of our experience. The cocktails were delicious, the appetizers and dinner were excellent. Freddy was our server and he was attentive, kind and polite. He had a smile the whole time we were there. We will be back and I do hope we have the same experience, as this was our first time attending.
    Michael's On EastResponded on April 27, 2025
    Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Michaels. It’s great to know you loved the cocktails and food, and we’re glad to hear such nice things about Freddy. We’ll be sure to pass along your compliments to him! We can’t wait to welcome you back for another fantastic visit. See you soon!

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FAQs

Michael's On East offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 366-0007.

Michael's On East is rated 4.7 stars by 5866 OpenTable diners.

Michael's On East does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 18 times today
Google Map for Michael's On East

1212 East Avenue South, Sarasota, FL 34239

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Bahia Vista
  • Neighborhood
    Sarasota
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Bar Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Carry Out and Delivery Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Steak, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    We offer both Valet and Self-Parking. Valet Parking is located on East Ave.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jamil Pineda
  • Entertainment
    Enjoy live music nightly in the Michael's On East Piano Bar Lounge. Joe Micals, Tuesday - Saturday, beginning at 7 p.m.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Michael's has multiple other venues for your special events. Whatever the occasion, the staff of Michael's On East are in the business of creating memorable events. From dazzling galas for 1,000 or more, to an intimate candlelit dinner for two, we pride ourselves on providing Sarasota's finest cuisine and the best service on Florida's Gulf Coast!
  • Private party facilities
    For an unparalleled dining and wine tasting experience, your guests will never forget, experience Michael's Wine Cellar. One of Sarasota's hippest locations to entertain, Michael's Wine Cellar can accommodate 125 guests for a cocktail party or up to 50 for an elegant sit-down dinner.
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