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Ophelia's on the Bay, Sarasota, FL

Ophelia's on the Bay

4.7 (6492)
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
9105 Midnight Pass Road, Sarasota, FL 34242

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 29 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
  • Great for outdoor dining
Ophelia's on the Bay is one of Sarasota’s premier fine dining waterfront restaurants. Enjoy beautiful vistas of Little Sarasota Bay, from the floor-to-ceiling windows that line the dining room. Or join us for al fresco dining on our open-air patio, as the dolphins and manatee swim by. Winner of many awards both locally and nationally, including an Excellence rating from Zagat as well as being listed as the number one restaurant in America in Power and Motoryacht Magazine for dock and dine. Ophelia's on the Bay has also been voted most romantic, best waterfront and best restaurant with a view by its loyal customers. The menu changes nightly using fresh and seasonal ingredients, fresh fish flown in from all over the world and specialty meats. There is certainly something for every palate! We feature an extensive wine list, specialty martinis, as well as a full bar. Family owned and operated for over 22 years, we have an experienced staff that prides itself on exemplary service.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Seafood, Wild Game
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Daniel Olson
  • Catering
    Ophelia's on the Bay is the perfect location for your next catered event! Whether it be a birthday celebration, business function, wedding/baby shower, or any other memorable event in your life, we would love to create the perfect event catered to your needs. We also offer complete off-site catering services ranging from small to large functions with our fully equipped mobile kitchen. Please contact us to start booking your event today!
  • Neighborhood
    Siesta Key
  • Cross street
    Stickney Point Road
  • Parking details
    Complimentary Valet Parking on premise. No private parking available.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 6,492 people are saying

Ophelia's on the Bay 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
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Tampa / Central Florida West

    Romantic

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Romantic

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Great for scenic views

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Good for special occasions

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ophelia's on the Bay offers a "spectacular meal" experience with "fantastic food" and "wonderful service" set against a "beautiful setting on the bay." Guests praise the "romantic atmosphere" and "amazing views." While some find it "pricey," the "outstanding" cuisine and "attentive service" make it a "must-do" for special occasions.

6,492 Reviews
  1. Tracy

    Tampa1 review

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was innovative. Ambiance is pure beauty, we sat outside and overlooked the bay. Parking is interesting but doable. All in all would eat here again. Great couples spot.
    Ophelia's on the BayResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for taking the time to share your review. We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Ophelia's on the Bay! It would be a pleasure to welcome you back in the future. Best regards, Ophelia’s on the Bay

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  2. Dr. Pat

    New York City5 reviews

    1.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    I ordered steak medium pink inside which is priced at $70. Chef butterflied the meat and I received it beyond well done. Had to refuse and send the order back. We had to be somewhere after our dining so I had only bread. Very poor and manager did NOTHING to have our table return. I would never recommend this restaurant.
    Ophelia's on the BayResponded 1 day ago
    Dear Mr. Sullivan, Thank you for bringing your recent experience to our attention. I am truly sorry to hear that your meal was not prepared to your satisfaction and that your time with us was not enjoyable. I understand we removed the entree from your bill, and I want to assure you that we take your feedback seriously. To further address your concerns, I would be happy to have our management team reach out to you directly. Please let me know if this is something you would like us to do. We are disappointed to hear that you will not be dining with us again, and we wish you all the best. Sincerely, Thank you,

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  3. Paul VIP

    Naples167 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding atmosphere; ask for a table on the waterside deck if the weather is good. Food offerings are extensive and all are prepared to perfection. The service is friendly and attentive. We have dined at Ophelia’s many times and have never been disappointed!

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  4. Mark VIP

    Cincinnati10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible food and service! We have been multiple times with family and everyone raves about the experience. Great for special events, visitors seeking an incredible experience and foodies.

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  5. Rebecca

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was decent, more of a “pay for the ambiance,” than the food place

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  6. Monica VIP

    Chicago85 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our experience at Ophelia’s was simply wonderful. The food was fabulous, impeccable service, and beautiful view of the Bay.

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  7. Dawn

    Milwaukee9 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on April 28, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    Outside building is falling apart. Food not nearly as good. Presentation a big thumbs down. Prices through the roof! More money for much less. We used to go monthly. Now only because someone gave us a gift card. Waiter was really pushing the $115 ciopinno and $110 surf and turf. Disappointing.
    Ophelia's on the BayResponded 1 day ago
    Hi Dawn, I am so sorry to hear that you did not enjoy your recent experience with us. As a loyal customer of many years, we truly value your patronage, especially given the challenges we've faced rebuilding after the two hurricanes. We have been working incredibly hard to get back up and running. I understand that you've had several concerns in the past, and I would sincerely appreciate it if you would speak with a manager when making any future bookings. This will allow us to ensure your next visit better meets your expectations. Thank you for your understanding! All the best, Ophelia’s on the Bay

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  8. Chris

    Philadelphia4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Highly recommend-great food, service and ambiance !!

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  9. Daniel

    Detroit19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice view and ambiance. We've been here 3 times and they never fail to impress.

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  10. Ashley

    Tampa13 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 25, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    I expected much more for the prices that I paid. Very slow service, my filet mignon wasn’t cooked as I had asked, even after sending it back it was still undercooked. My husband’s salmon was a bit undercooked. I was there much too long (2 hours) when dinner was for only 2 people. I don’t plan on going back.
    Ophelia's on the BayResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. I am so sorry to hear that our food did not meet your expectations. We truly value your patronage and would appreciate the opportunity to understand what we could have done better. Please feel free to contact us directly or reply to this email with more details about your experience. Sincerely, Ophelia’s on the Bay

    1 person found this helpful

FAQs

Ophelia's on the Bay offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 349-2212.

Ophelia's on the Bay is rated 4.7 stars by 6492 OpenTable diners.

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

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  2. United States
  3. Tampa / Central Florida West
  4. Sarasota / Bradenton
  5. Siesta Key

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 29 times today
Google Map for Ophelia's on the Bay

9105 Midnight Pass Road, Sarasota, FL 34242

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Stickney Point Road
  • Neighborhood
    Siesta Key
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Seafood, Wild Game
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Complimentary Valet Parking on premise. No private parking available.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Daniel Olson
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Ophelia's on the Bay is the perfect location for your next catered event! Whether it be a birthday celebration, business function, wedding/baby shower, or any other memorable event in your life, we would love to create the perfect event catered to your needs. We also offer complete off-site catering services ranging from small to large functions with our fully equipped mobile kitchen. Please contact us to start booking your event today!
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