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Sage SRQ, Sarasota, FL

Sage SRQ

4.7 (1914)
$31 to $50
Global, International
1216 1st St, Sarasota, FL 34236-5502

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 25 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Fancy
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Global, International, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • 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
  • 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

What 1,914 people are saying

Sage SRQ 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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Tampa / Central Florida West

    Best Ambiance

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Best Service

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Best Ambiance

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Innovative

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Sage SRQ offers a "gorgeous interior" and "exceptional dining" experience. Guests rave about the "impeccable service" and "creative and delicious" dishes, with highlights including the "zucchini flowers" and "Thai bouillabaisse." The ambiance is "beautifully decorated," complemented by a "fabulous rooftop bar" and "perfect music volume." A must-visit in Sarasota!
1,914 Reviews
  1. Dev VIP

    New York City14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Extremely accommodating, my in laws are vegetarian and usually have challenges, but Sage had so many tasty and unique options for them. A must go!

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  2. Jack

    Tampa / Central Florida West3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Finally dined at Sage SRQ last evening! It was just as delicious as everyone posted on FB Sarasota Foodies. The decor was amazing and I took advantage of their version of savor Sarasota even though they do it year round from what I understand. I had a delightful salad with fried oysters, the chimichuri steak & creme brulee for dessert prefixed at $65. My dinner partner had the seabass with risotto  & Caesar Salad. Delicious food, atmosphere & didn’t break the bank!
    Sage SRQResponded 3 days ago
    Jack - Thank you so much for giving Sage a try and taking the time to share such a glowing review. We are so glad you and your partner could take advantage of the great value in our special prix fixe menu. We hope to welcome you back again soon. Thanks again.

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  3. Greg

    Jacksonville / Northeast Florida2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful presentation and great food. Drinks were amazing.
    Sage SRQResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you, Greg. We're glad you enjoyed the food and drinks. We hope to welcome you back soon.

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  4. Marin VIP

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was excellent. Food and drinks were creative and delicious!
    Sage SRQResponded on June 19, 2025
    Thanks, Marin!

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  5. Carla

    Asheville / Western North Carolina2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was exceptional and I especially appreciated having so many gluten free and vegetarian options. The service could not have been better.

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  6. Ferris VIP

    Philadelphia County8 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Disappointing. Sirloin steak special at $60 ( really) was overcooked. But, server removed the charge from the bill. Amazing server, he was attentive, personable and professional. The Seabass was also dry on the edges but center was fine. Creative specialty drinks, just fair. Two other entrees were enjoyed. Love the building, the ambiance was lovely. So many other restaurants to explore, won’t return here.

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  7. John VIP

    Tampa / Central Florida West8 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    We arrived for our 6pm reservation and told both the greeter and our server that we had to leave for the show by 7:30. We were told “no problem.” We even ordered our entrees simultaneously with the drinks- which should have made this quite easy. We also reminded the server two more times. I complained to the server around 7:10 that we were running out of time, to which she claimed it was out of her hands. We were finally served the entrees with a theatrical flourish at 7:20 by the manager and an assistant. I pointed out that 10 minutes was not adequate to enjoy an expensive (!) meal plus skip the included desserts. He blamed us for one person ordering “well-done” for a thin skirt steak! Such anti-customer BS! I pity the server working for him. The evening was obviously ruined. (This is the first time I’ve written a restaurant complaint.)
    Sage SRQResponded on June 19, 2025
    Thank you for your feedback. We're disappointed that your evening didn't meet your expectations, especially given your show plans. We pride ourselves on having an established reputation for pre-theatre dining, including multi-course meals, and typically execute these seamlessly. Our team was informed of your timeline and we did our best to manage your order efficiently. As you mentioned, one of your party requested their steak well-done and this preference for an extended cooking time was a factor in the overall timing of your entrees. We regret that the rushed end of your dining experience ruined your evening. Thank you for your patronage.

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  8. Pat VIP

    Tampa / Central Florida West85 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 13, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It sports a gorgeous interior with beautiful chandeliers and upscale flair. The food is always tasty tho pricey. One of us had the summertime special menu but I ordered from the regular menu. The pork shank is delicious and wonderfully seasoned, as was the corn soup. My friend loved the grilled oysters and the caramel crème brûlée, but her pasta was very spicy and lacking in sauce. Our waiter was very willing to fix any issues and couldn’t have been more pleasant. Very good wine list and cocktails. Bread would have been nice but not essential.

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  9. Robert

    Minneapolis - St. Paul1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Wonderful food and service. Craft cocktails were awesome as well!!

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  10. Tim

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome place! Been here four times they're always a 10!!!
    Sage SRQResponded on June 19, 2025
    Thanks, Tim. We appreciate your repeat business.

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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 1914 OpenTable diners.

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 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 Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • 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
  • Phone number
  • 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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