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Sage SRQ, Sarasota, FL

Sage SRQ

4.7
4.7
1264 Reviews
$31 to $50
Global, International
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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.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 25 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Global, International, Contemporary American

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (941) 445-5660

  • Website

    http://sagesrq.com/

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Executive chef

    Christopher Covelli

  • Private party facilities

    Comfortably accommodating up to 100 guests, our private ballroom features a concrete bar, marble flooring, crystal chandeliers, hanging Edison bulb lights, expansive windows with a 360-degree view of downtown Sarasota, & elevator access to our rooftop terrace. For private events info please email our Event Director - josh@realmrestaurants.com

  • Location

    1216 1st St, Sarasota, FL 34236-5502

  • Neighborhood

    Sarasota

  • Cross street

    1st Street and US-41

  • Parking details

    Street and complimentary valet parking

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,264 people are saying

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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Best Ambiance

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Innovative

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Romantic

  1. JohnB

    Tampa

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Both Chefs are friendly and excellent. The food prepared was done perfectly and flavorful. The menu changes occasionally during seasons, always a different dish to look for. Excellent friendly service. Nice atmosphere in a unique building. Well done.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Our waiter, Marty, was excellent! The food was outstanding, just an all-around great dinner. 

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  3. emptynesterdiners

    Naples

    46 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    46 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good meal before we had to hit the airport at SRQ. The drinks were well made and tasty. The food was gluten free and was presented nicely, tasted better and the portions were appropriate. Overall a great place to eat. The service was great also not overbearing but attentive. We didn't visit the roof top bar this time but have enjoyed it in the past. We will be visiting again soon!

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was a wonderful evening. I could see this restaurant from my hotel window and thought we should try it out. What a treat! This is an experience. We started with some fun cocktails, one had a smoke show to go with. Great bottle wine prices. The ambiance is beautiful and had live music which was a nice touch. Great service and limited menu, we opted for the specials. Tomahawk crusted steak and pasta. The pasta was a combination of flavor that was so delicious we had to order more. So if you are foodie this is a great place. My suggestion would be to just try it. I don’t write reviews but felt like this place deserved one.

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  5. Lindseys

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall3food2service5ambience3
    The food was not as good as expected. The food was not seasoned and the tuna did not look fresh. However the service was great and so were the drinks.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Cassie was a fantastic server! The whole staff was very friendly and attentive without being intrusive. The seafood paella was outstanding. Perfectly cooked, fresh seafood, wonderful flavor, delicious! Excellent food and cocktails. Great ambience. I will definitely come back. Check out the roof for a cocktail and lovely view of downtown.

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  7. SilvanaL

    New England

    21 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    21 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall3food3service5ambience4
    The menu is very very limited and super overprice for the size of some of the dishes. The ambiance was really nice and service was excellent. I would go back only for drinks.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 1, 2023

    overall2food1service5ambience5
    6 people and we all ordered different entrees. No one pleased. One person ordered the lamb chops as an entree and they were tough and dry. Did not eat at all and serving staff aware, no apologies. The rest of us consumed 1/2 to 3/4. Ordered desserts and those also not very good. Cocktails and wine were the only positive.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    5 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall1food1service4ambience4
    They have missed the touch of cooking . The lamb chops they have in menu are not even worth trying . No flavor . They should take it out or learn how to cook real lamb . Now the Thai bouillabaisse their signature dish on menu , even they figured out how to screw the flavors for that now . I have tried before twice and it was good . Chef either change the team in kitchen or pay attention before the downfall starts . Anybody who knows the flavor and appreciate good food won’t appreciate the food you guys have now . Service is good wine selection is fair .

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  10. DavidM

    Houston

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As usual, impeccable atmosphere, genius menu, brilliant presentation, and, fab service. Thanks again Jonathan for another great eve of service. Especially the wine sub for Sauternes!! Well done!

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  11. AnthonyC

    Pittsburgh

    86 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    86 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service were amazing. Such creative dishes. We enjoyed cocktails, appetizers, entrees, and dessert.

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  12. MichaelR

    Greensboro

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We just discovered Sage SRQ a couple of months ago. We’re a retired couple and have enjoyed a lot of fine dining experiences, all over the country, and even the world. We can’t tell you how happy we are that Sage SRQ is our favorite fine dining experience of everywhere we have been. The consistent delivery of outstanding atmosphere, food, service, and selection is amazing. Thank you to the staff, thank you to the management, thank you to the chef, and thank you to the ownership for giving us this level of excellence right here in Sarasota! We’re already looking forward to our next Sage SRQ experience!!!

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    Salt Lake City

    1 review

    vip
    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall2food2service4ambience4
    Nice decor but menu is limited with Overpriced food.

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Tim and his colleagues provided stellar service for our anniversary!

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  15. Cavendish

    New England

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Outstanding and genuine service as well as ambience

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  16. RSLWR

    Tallahassee

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Sage continues to live up to the description of fine dining for us, beginning with a warm and courteous reception at the front desk and consistent professional service throughout the evening.  Our entrées of quail and chicken, we’re prepared with exceptional flavor, in appropriate portions accompanied by savory appetizers, and a good wine selection. The restaurant space is exciting and just the vibe we were looking for to have a special dinner. The only disappointment was not having a beef option other than a 40 ounce bison steak which even for the two of us would have been more than we can comfortably enjoy. We appreciate the professionalism of management and the customer-focused staff that makes Sage our place for a special evening out.

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  17. petraL

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience4
    The restaurant tries to be a higher, tastier food experience. But it falls a little short. The scallops definitely were not fresh, although eatable. We were very hungry. The portions even smaller than 5 star restaurants in NYC. No bread either to clean your plate. Sorry!

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  18. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Violinist was great. Food wonderful. Jonathan, our server was attentive and knowledgeable, but not overbearing. Menu so creative and food presentation is beautiful

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome experience would go again! Food was incredible

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Another delicious meal at Sage! Our server Cassie led us through the Spring menu and the evening’s specials. She did not steer us wrong. Amazing food and flawless service in a beautiful setting.

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  21. TedN

    Tampa

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fine dining at its best. You want to know the difference between a cook and a chef. It’s Watching the Yankees vs AAA baseball. Katie was outstanding. The atmosphere was breathtaking with live violinist.

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  22. JodiL

    Tampa

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food as usual! Johnathan is a wonderful waiter too! A wonderful experience.

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  23. eatout

    Tampa

    447 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    447 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall2food2service4ambience4
    We are big fans of Sage and we will definitely return BUT our dinner experience was very disappointing. Lamb Chops were flavorless and lukewarm. Sturgeon was not even lukewarm, very dry and tough. This is not the standard to which we have learned to enjoy at Sage.

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    2 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience4
    Sage was just ok. Food came very slow and wasn’t tasty at all. Server nice but that didn’t make up for just lackluster kitchen performance. One in our party of eight felt queasy the next day (scallop crudo). Tuna tartare was awful. This was our second time there and both times was disappointing for the price. Prob will not return.

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  25. Newyorker

    New York Area

    168 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    168 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Sage is a beautiful restaurant with an interesting menu. The ambience is about three best in Sarasota. Some of the portions are very small and overpriced, even for fine dining. The carrot appetizer is $15 for a spoonful of carrots, beautifully presented but so small it is only 3-4 bites. The desserts are nice but very overpriced. Crème brûlée for $15 is too much.

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    84 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    84 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is by far the best restaurant in the area, with great service, creative food and plating, a nice wine list, and amazing cocktails. A big shout out to chef/owner Chris Covelli who orchestrates a wonderful Foodie experience

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  27. StephanieG

    Tampa

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service (thank you Cassie), atmosphere and food will keep us coming back. It was our first time to Sage and won’t be our last. The Thai Bouillabaisse of Lobster is not to be missed. The seasonal shrimp special was also a favorite. This is not to be missed if you have a night or two in Sarasota.

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  28. FoodieAtHeart

    Orlando

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Sage is one of the best restaurants in the area. The seasonal menu provides new selections frequently and they never disappoint.

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  29. TatianaT

    Washington DC

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was fantastic and our waiter, Tim was wonderful. We got a history lesson about the building and he seemed to know the answer to every question we asked. Whether it was questions about the ingredients in our dishes (shredded duck appetizer, scallops crudo) or the massive art piece on the wall in main dining room (Sliced tree root system of a lychee tree) he knew it all. Loved that. Perfect ending to a lovely night was their ricotta baklava cheesecake…. heaven! Thank you.

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  30. sunnywife

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Amazing service and cocktails. Food was delicious. Perfect date night!

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  31. TimO

    Exclusive

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience5
    Very nice atmosphere. Tim the waiter was excellent. Food good not outstanding.

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  32. MelanieC

    Naples

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is a good choice for a special occasion. Beautiful interior. Great bar program. Service was excellent. It is probably a bit on the high side as far as price. Overall, we had a really enjoyable evening that I would absolutely love to repeat.

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  33. FarmerBr

    Palm Springs

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a great time at Sage. The go-to restaurant for a fine dining experience.

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  34. JaneyC

    Naples

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved everything about our experience at Sage!! Excellent!!!

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  35. LidoEd

    Naples

    38 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was a great meal! I only wish they would serve bread and butter.

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  36. Irish

    Tampa

    50 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    50 reviews

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall5food5service3ambience5
    The food was great. As always! Fit for foodies. Will go back!

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  37. Mike

    Washington DC

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent in every respect, including the fact that the menu had a vegetarian option that was the equal of the non-veg options. We had an early reservation; so there were few diners. In that context, the kitchen accommodated a simple appetizer request with a creative dish that showed the talent of the kitchen. We had a great time conversing with our server, who was knowledgeable about the history of the very interesting building.

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    St. Louis

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Celebrating my birthday dinner the service was exceptional from Cassie and we were next to a group of 16. It was a bit noisy only because of a big group. The ambience was really nice. They had music in the front lobby as you walked in and we set up above on a second floor, overlooking the bar down below another tables, enjoy the valet parking since it rained pretty hard when we arrived overall enjoyed it

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  39. SiestaKeyers

    Tampa

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a great time at Sage! Will be going back soon!!

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  40. JulianneB

    Orlando

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    The meal was excellent I just felt the shrimp were a little overcooked.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily

  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks

  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Sage SRQ offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 445-5660.

Sage SRQ is rated 4.7 stars by 1264 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 25 times today
Google Map for Sage SRQ

1216 1st St, Sarasota, FL 34236-5502

Additional information

  • Cross street

    1st Street and US-41

  • Neighborhood

    Sarasota

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Global, International, Contemporary American

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Parking details

    Street and complimentary valet parking

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Christopher Covelli

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Website

    http://sagesrq.com/

  • Phone number

    (941) 445-5660

  • Private party facilities

    Comfortably accommodating up to 100 guests, our private ballroom features a concrete bar, marble flooring, crystal chandeliers, hanging Edison bulb lights, expansive windows with a 360-degree view of downtown Sarasota, & elevator access to our rooftop terrace. For private events info please email our Event Director - josh@realmrestaurants.com

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