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

Michael's On East

4.7 (5946)
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
1212 East Avenue South, Sarasota, FL 34239

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 17 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
    (941) 366-0007
  • Website
    http://www.bestfood.com/
  • 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
    Order direct
  • Location
    1212 East Avenue South, Sarasota, FL 34239
  • 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 5,946 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

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 an "exquisite dining experience" with "excellent food and service." Guests enjoy the "beautiful setting" and "relaxing atmosphere," enhanced by live piano music. The staff is "attentive and professional," making it a "go-to restaurant" for celebrations. The menu features "creative and delicious" dishes, consistently praised for their "presentation and taste."
5,946 Reviews

  1. Barb

    Southwest Florida38 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    A wonderful dining and sensory experience! As always, Michael's is very consistent and aims to please. A great night for all!
    Michael's On EastResponded 4 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Barb! We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful experience at Michael's On East. It's always our goal to provide a fantastic experience for our guests, and we're glad we hit the mark for you. We look forward to welcoming you back for another great night.

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  2. Annette

    Miami - Dade1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience, loved the piano man he was amazing

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  3. Tina

    Tampa / Central Florida West11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had our anniversary dinner at Michael's on East. It was the best experience from the time you walk in. The food was excellent. AJ, the waiter was excellent.
    Michael's On EastResponded 4 days ago
    We're thrilled to hear that you chose Michael's On East for your anniversary dinner and had an excellent experience with us, Tina! We're looking forward to your next visit. See you soon!

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  4. gina VIP

    New York City69 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was perfection from start to finish. We find the food to be exceptional, in taste, quality, and portion size. Presentation and service are excellent. Hard to find any place as consistently good. Duck was flavorful and served at perfect temperature. Short ribs were out of this world! So soft and delectable. Side dishes served with both entrees were very good. I had the shrimp bisque and was a bit concerned I might not like the tarragon seasoning. Our waitress said to try it and if I didn't like it she'd happily substitute another appetizer. The soup turned out to be delicious. Blueberry crumble for dessert was yummy! We loved our waitress, Christine. She gave us the right amount of attention and had a lovely personality.
    Michael's On EastResponded 4 days ago
    We're thrilled to hear that you had such a wonderful experience at Michael's On East, Gina! It's fantastic to know that our food, presentation, and service met your expectations. We strive to provide a consistently excellent dining experience and your feedback helps us do just that. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  5. David VIP

    New York City134 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very good food. Service was beyond 5 star!!! Loved the place, will be going back.
    Michael's On EastResponded 4 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, David! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and found the service to be above-par. We're looking forward to your next visit!

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  6. Michael VIP

    Tampa / Central Florida West21 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Their Lobster Pot special for Friday nights was mediocre at best. It was interesting to get several mussels that did not open upon steaming (which means they were dead). serving nonedible food is a definite no-no for an upscale restaurant.
    Michael's On EastResponded 6 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Michael. We're sorry to hear that your experience with our Lobster Pot special wasn't up to yours or our expectations. We take pride in our food quality, and we regret that didn't meet your expectations this time. We appreciate your feedback and will certainly look into this matter. We're glad to hear that you found our service satisfactory, and we hope to serve you better in the future. Best regards, The Management Team at Michael's On East

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  7. Ron VIP

    Tampa / Central Florida West21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best overall restaurant in the area. Great food, staff, and ownership!
    Michael's On EastResponded 4 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Ron! We're thrilled to hear that you consider Michael's On East the best overall restaurant in the area. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  8. John

    Greater Boston3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great meal here. Our waitress Kathy whom we’ve had several times wait on us is the best!
    Michael's On EastResponded 4 days ago
    Thanks for the review, John! We're thrilled to hear that you always enjoy your meals at Michael's On East. It's great to know that our waitress, Kathy, has made your visits memorable. We can't wait to serve you again soon!

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  9. Mary

    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Delicious food with wonderful service. Ate indoors and the noise level was a little loud.
    Michael's On EastResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Mary! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and service. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back to Michael's On East for another great dining experience.

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  10. Kathy VIP

    St. Louis119 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another delightful experience. Food was fabulous. Top notch service. Great wine selection. Always a pleasure.
    Michael's On EastResponded 7 days ago
    Thanks for the review, Kathy! We're thrilled to hear that you had another delightful experience at Michael's On East! We look forward to serving you again 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 5946 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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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 17 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
    Order direct
  • Website
    http://www.bestfood.com/
  • Phone number
    (941) 366-0007
  • 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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