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Selva Grill Downtown Sarasota, Sarasota, FL

Selva Grill Downtown Sarasota

4.9 (6069)
$31 to $50
Latin / Spanish
1345 Main Street, Sarasota, FL 34236

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 23 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Innovative
Selva offers innovative, intricately prepared dishes, plated and presented as works of art. Selva has earned raves from all
over the world, including from the New York Times, which write that Selva is “serving possibly the best food in Sarasota,”
and that “everything on the menu is worth trying.”

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Latin / Spanish, Peruvian
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–1:00 am
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Ysacc Sanchez
  • Private party facilities
    On premises private parties
  • Neighborhood
    Sarasota
  • Cross street
    Main St. & Palm Ave.
  • Parking details
    Public Parking Garage on Palm Ave
  • Entertainment
    see website for special events
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 6,069 people are saying

Selva Grill Downtown Sarasota 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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Best Overall

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Best Food

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Best Service

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Selva Grill Downtown Sarasota offers a vibrant Peruvian dining experience with "consistently delicious food" and "impeccable service." Known for its creative ceviche and beautifully presented dishes, Selva excels in both flavor and ambiance. Patrons praise the attentive staff, particularly servers like Erik and Stephanie, for enhancing their dining experience.
6,069 Reviews
  1. tim VIP

    Baltimore / Maryland2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We`re locals & Selva is one of our favorite restaurants downtown. Well trained friendly staff & food is consistently excellent. Waiters Mike & Stephanie are 2 of our favorites.

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  2. Michael

    Tampa / Central Florida West5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I would give Selva 10 stars if I could. Incredible food, fantastic service. There is a reason why is has one of the highest ratings in all Sarasota.

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  3. Mary

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and atmosphere! Will definitely go back!

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  4. Romayne VIP

    Orlando / Central Florida East19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Joanna was the perfect server. Food was great , Pesco sours just what I ordered.

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  5. Leland

    Southwest Florida30 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Once again, the food, service, and wine was exceptional! This restaurant excels in every aspect of a wonderful dining experience!

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  6. Brian

    Dallas - Fort Worth12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The evening began with a wonderful waiter (Michael) welcoming us for my wife’s birthday dinner. He quickly returned with perhaps the best Old Fashioned ever (Ginger Old Fashioned). All of the ceviches were excellent and followed by wonderfully prepared dinners. Two of us had the tuna (exquisite), one the duck (sublime) and one the pork chop special (declared the best he ever had). While finding room for dessert was a challenge it was well worth the effort (the pot of mousse). Definitely a must return!

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  7. Annie

    Tampa / Central Florida West2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sarasota local fan favorite. Always. Delicious unique meals. Fun cocktails. Impeccable service- shout out to Travis! Big portions. love Selva. both locations are a must do!

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  8. Christopher

    Las Vegas3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 25, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Arrived at the restaurant 45 minutes before reservation to have some cocktails in the lounge and get a feel for the vibe. The lounge is narrow, but perfect for a more relaxed setting while still elevated. The noise level coming from the restaurant side was like that of cafeteria noise. Once over to the restaurant side, the ambiance is well done for the space they are working with. Acoustic dampeners would be ideal in this space to bring the noise level down. Starters: ordered the empanadas & roasted tomato salad along with the Hawaiian Wahoo civeche. Plating and presentation was great. Food was well executed. Could have done without the sauce on top of the empanadas. A little bit of over editing. Entrees: I ordered the New Zealand lamb chops with asparagus and truffle risotto. Second entree was the Paella seafood risotto with white fish. The entrees again, were well plated and an elevated presentation. The paella risotto was very well balanced and energetic in its palette. The lamb chops had a different approach to the crust than the traditional pistachio in which rendered slightly underwhelming. There was no seasoning to the lamb chops. I had to add salt to the meat. To break the proteins down and render a better flavor this should be happening before it is fired. Truffle risotto was amazing as well as asparagus. Overall; I would return. However, would be a better experience in the bar area for ambience. I will have to try this place again to try their steak to find out if the lack of meat preparation continues through the menu. S Service was fantastic! Seafood and risotto seem to be safe choices.

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  9. Kerry

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Our waitress Glenda was Amazing! The tuna ceviche appetizer and the Salmon entree out of this world.

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  10. james VIP

    New York City109 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Selva is one of most consistent restaurants in Sarasota. Food and service makes for an enjoyable evening out in Sarasota. Highly recommend.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 23 times today
Google Map for Selva Grill Downtown Sarasota

1345 Main Street, Sarasota, FL 34236

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Main St. & Palm Ave.
  • Neighborhood
    Sarasota
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–1:00 am
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Latin / Spanish, Peruvian
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Parking Garage on Palm Ave
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Ysacc Sanchez
  • Entertainment
    see website for special events
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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