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JR's Lobster Roll - the Ringling Grillroom, Sarasota, FL

the Ringling Grillroom

4.7
4.7
1133 Reviews
$30 and under
American
5401 Bay Shore Rd, Sarasota, FL 34234

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 20 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
The Ringling Grillroom is a Modern American restaurant and a favorite go-to for special occasions and casual lunch get-togethers alike. ​​ Located on the ground floor of the McKay Visitor's Pavilion at the John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, we are open to visitors of the museum as well as the general public. Indoor and outdoor seating is available.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon 11:00 am–5:30 pm Tue–Fri 11:00 am–7:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–7:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–5:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Whether it's a perfectly curated menu by our catering team for a graduation dinner or an order of the menu dinner for a birthday celebration, our private dining room is the perfect spot to celebrate all your special moments.
  • Neighborhood
    Sarasota
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Mother's Day

    May 11, 2025 only
    Honor mom with an unforgettable experience at The Ringling Grillroom. Indulge in brunch, high tea service, or dinner Brunch 10am-2pm Dinner 5pm-7pm
  • Mother's Day High Tea

    $45.00 per person

    May 11, 2025 only
    Join us for High Tea at the Ringling Grillroom Seating at 3:00PM till 4:30PM MENU 1st Course Chilled Strawberry Soup 2nd Course Slice Quiche Lorraine, Chicken Salad Croissant and Cucumber Borsin with Micro Greens 3rd Course Housemade Scone and Biscuit with Clotted Cream and Jam 4th Course Peach Tart, Cheesecake and Macaroons Includes Unlimited Tea, Coffee or Iced Tea $45.00pp Add Bottomless Champagne $20.00pp

What 1,133 people are saying

the Ringling Grillroom 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
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ringling Grillroom offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent food," "friendly service," and a "lovely venue." Perfect for pre-theater meals, it features a diverse menu with highlights like "chicken panini," "key lime grouper," and "burrata salad." Outdoor seating with serene views enhances the ambiance, making it highly recommended.

1,133 Reviews
  1. Jeff

    Tampa4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We arrived for our reservation a few minutes early for dinner and were greeted and seated efficiently by the manager and hostess respectively. Our server Carol greeted us and brought locations promptly. We made our selections and food was presented wonderfully. Carol added pepper and Parmesan cheese as requested. Food, service and ambiance were terrific. We were very pleased with server Carol’s attentiveness and professionalism. The value and quality of our meal and experience were exceptional on a busy evening. We highly recommend this restaurant and look forward to our next visit.

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  2. Helaine

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The restaurant is a wonderful venue. It’s a sunny ambiance and the food is consistently excellent. If you’re a member of The Ringling, you will receive a 10% discount!!

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  3. Mary

    Tampa29 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our meal and service were great - we always enjoy the Grillroom. One comment - the chicken and waffles are listed on the menu w the usual butter and maple syrup along with seasonal berries…operative word “berries” - there was a single strawberry w the meal. Maybe a small issue but doesn’t reflect well on the overall…

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  4. William J

    Naples5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food, service and atmosphere. We enjoy every visit with and without our family and friends.

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  5. Laura VIP

    Tampa19 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food, wonderful service and the venue is fabulous

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  6. Raymond VIP

    Tampa27 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very positive first experience at the Ringling Grillroom. Our server, Eric, was very friendly and helpful. The setting on the covered outside dining area was very pleasant. The menu has a nice selection of appetizers, sandwiches, salads, and entrees. We tried the chicken panini and the burrata and both were great.

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  7. Barry

    Tampa45 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on April 22, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    It's a difficult environment. Everyone arrives at almost the same time, and everyone leaves at almost the same time -- to attend the Asolo Theater. The room is pleasant and bright. The food just isn't very good.

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  8. Andrew VIP

    Naples99 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Six of us went for Easter dinner and were disappointed. The prime rib, which three of us ordered, was fatty and the medium rare overcooked. The baked potatoes all were cold and the veggies hard as rocks. The two ahi tuna orders had to be sent back. The setting, at the edge of the Ringling’s gardens, is lovely but stick to the light fare like sandwiches, burgers and salads. This kitchen needs a LOT of work.

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  9. William

    Tampa11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Grill Room never disappoints. From the seating on the patio overlooking a serene pond and the grounds of the Ringling estate near the circus museum, to the attentive but not overbearing wait staff, to - especially - the delicious food, a meal is always delicious in the casual but restrained ambiance. We've dined there many times over the years and almost always sit outdoors. The menu has changed, but the quality and presentation of the food remains excellent.

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  10. Ann

    Tampa165 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Always consistent! Perfect menu Eric was superb server.

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FAQs

the Ringling Grillroom offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 360-7393.

the Ringling Grillroom is rated 4.7 stars by 1133 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 20 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for the Ringling Grillroom

5401 Bay Shore Rd, Sarasota, FL 34234

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Sarasota
  • Hours of operation
    Mon 11:00 am–5:30 pm Tue–Fri 11:00 am–7:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–7:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–5:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Whether it's a perfectly curated menu by our catering team for a graduation dinner or an order of the menu dinner for a birthday celebration, our private dining room is the perfect spot to celebrate all your special moments.
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