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Arts & Central, Sarasota, FL

Arts & Central

4.7 (606)
$30 and under
American
611 Central Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 29 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Innovative
In the heart of the Rosemary District, come discover a dining experience that’s at the crossroads where laid-back vibes meet gourmet delights.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Cocktail Bar, Mediterranean
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Erik Walker
  • Neighborhood
    Sarasota
  • Cross street
    Blvd of the Arts
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wine

Experiences

  • Sunday Brunch

    Multiple dates available
    Sunday Brunch Limited Brunch menu from 11:00am - 3:00pm
  • Valentine's Day Dinner

    Multiple dates available
    Enjoy a romantic evening at Arts & Central, with a thoughtfully prepared prix fixe menu. (Vegetarian options available). Desserts prepared by world-renowned Pastry Chef Stephanie Boswell. We look forward to serving you, The Arts & Central Team
  • Valentine's Day Dinner

    Multiple dates available
    Enjoy a romantic evening at Arts & Central. with a thoughtfully prepared prix fixe menu. (Vegetarian options available). Desserts prepared by world-renowned pastry chef, Stephanie Boswell. We look forward to serving you, The Arts & Central Team

What 606 people are saying

Arts & Central 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
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Best Ambiance

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Innovative

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Arts & Central delights with "amazing service," "wonderful ambience," and "the best food in town." Consistently praised for "unique, delicious" dishes and a "creative menu," this restaurant offers an inviting atmosphere with live music and a focus on local artistry. Guests appreciate the "friendly staff" and "memorable dining experience."

606 Reviews
  1. Karen VIP

    Coastal Georgia26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent, service impeccable. My friend has pages of serious food allergies. The manager and the server were so understanding and caring, assuring that she was able to have a safe, wonderful meal. We will definitely return!

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  2. Kathie VIP

    Tampa81 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great evening of food and friendship enhanced by our fantastic server Joe. The smoked chicken pasta was delicious, the pork chop tender and a generous serving. My harvest bowl was good; expected more quinoa; but salmon cooked to perfection.

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  3. Jay VIP

    Tampa16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a great newer restaurant. Food and service is excellent always. Sitting outside on the patio is also so nice and pleasant. Give them a try - you won’t regret it and will keep coming back.

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  4. Lisa VIP

    New York City11 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We ate outside and it was lovely. The food was delicious. Our initial server was terrible and rude. After a brief discussion with the manager-who was very attentive and kind - he changed our server. Alex, our new server, was delightful, attentive and just wonderful.

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  5. Susan

    Indiana15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful service. We were a party of 5 that enjoyed a fantastic meal. We all ordered something difference, and it was all very good. Our server- Ollie??- was amazing. Good value for the money.

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  6. Cindy

    Tampa20 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 28, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the place but my duck was tough a very hard to cut an so was my husband’s pork chop a they cut off the bone a laid it next to the other piece… never ever saw it served this way. Not sure if we’ll go back??

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  7. Christine VIP

    Tampa1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful restaurant, fantastic design, lots of places to sit and eat and drink and enjoy.  The food and drinks and service were outstanding. great staff!!!

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  8. martha VIP

    Tampa26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great experience dining at Art & Central. Good food and service. Valet parking provided.

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  9. Jane VIP

    San Francisco29 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved our waiter Ali & the ambiance of the restaurant. Unfortunately the food wasn’t up to par this time. The chef did come to the table & try & make it right & they did comp our drinks so that was good. Hopefully it improves the next time because we really enjoy this place with its music and lovely artist menus.

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  10. cynthia VIP

    New York City202 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Joel was very attentive and knew we had to go to an early show at Van Wezel. Fresh Salads were great. Will always go back for the Lamb sliders !

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Arts & Central is rated 4.7 stars by 606 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 29 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Arts & Central

611 Central Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Blvd of the Arts
  • Neighborhood
    Sarasota
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Cocktail Bar, Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Erik Walker
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wine
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