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Diners' Choice: Contemporary American restaurants in Sarasota / Bradenton

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Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall Contemporary American cuisine in Sarasota / Bradenton? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!


A photo of Sophie's at Saks Fifth Avenue- Sarasota restaurant
4.9
4.9 (755)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
Sarasota
About the restaurant
Sophie's offers globally influenced yet decidedly American cuisine in a luxurious intimate setting featuring an outdoor terrace, open kitchen and private dining area. Sophie's dining experience captures the style and elegance of Saks Fifth Avenue, with a passionate focus on outstanding food and drink. Sophie's Chef Andrew Thompson changes his innovative menu seasonally using the best locally-sourced ingredients. The menu is complemented by a selection of craft cocktails and a thoughtfully curated wine list.
Top review
WendyVIP
Dined 3 days ago
I dine here regularly. It's my favorite place for lunch in the UTC area. Wonderful food with daily specials, great staff and quiet, calming atmosphere on most days--unless there's a ladies party!
A photo of The Park Grille restaurant
4.8
4.8 (317)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
Sarasota
About the restaurant
Discover the crown jewel of the University Park Country Club, The Park Grille, where you can indulge in gourmet dining while enjoying stunning views of the 9th and 18th greens and a serene, shimmering lake. Celebrated by Sarasota Magazine as the "Best of the Best Restaurant with a View," The Park Grille's renowned Sunday Brunch Buffet has also been honored by Sarasota Magazine, the Sarasota Herald-Tribune, and SRQ Magazine readers.

Dining Options:
Lunch: Open to the public daily from 11:30 am to 2:30 pm. Please note that Mondays feature a lunch buffet only.
Sunday Brunch Buffet: Available every Sunday from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.

**Dinner service is exclusively for MEMBERS.**

Dress Code:
To ensure an elegant dining experience, proper attire is required. Blue denim, cut-offs, tank tops, and workout attire are not permitted in the dining room.

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Thomas
Dined 2 days ago
Great Service, excellent food and wonderful atmosphere. I enjoyed our lunch very much. Thank you.
A photo of Roessler's restaurant
4.9
4.9 (1989)
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Sarasota
About the restaurant
WE CANNOT WAIT TO SEE YOU!
PLEASE NOTE WE CAN NOT ACCEPT RESERVATIONS FOR OUTSIDE DINING, PARTIES OVER 6, OR HOLIDAYS THROUGH OPEN TABLE. PLEASE CALL THE RESTAURANT IF YOUR TIME IS NOT AVAILABLE. THANK YOU!!! 941 966 5688

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Michael
Dined 3 days ago
Excellent atmosphere. Food was excellent along with the service. Highly recommend
A photo of Lila restaurant
4.8
4.8 (1232)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
Sarasota
About the restaurant
Lila (pronounced lee-lah) means creative play. Lila is a spontaneous, playful, organic, healthy, mostly vegetable restaurant which does serve sustainable meats.
Top review
SusanVIP
Dined 7 days ago
We eat at Lila regularly and love their vegan specialties. We highly recommend it.
A photo of Green zebra cafe restaurant
4.6
4.6 (130)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
Sarasota
About the restaurant
Nestled in the heart of downtown Sarasota, Green Zebra Cafe on Main offers a warm, casual atmosphere, exceptional service and delicious food to share with family and friends. With a focus on pure, wholesome, and locally-sourced ingredients, both of our Brunch and Dinner menus are carefully crafted to reflect our customers dietary requirements.

Our everyday Brunch menu features a long list of all time favorites such as, Omelettes Your Way, Italian Benedict, Our Famous Raw Pancake, and our Lavender-Blueberry pancakes. As well as, organic cold-pressed juices, smoothies and acai bowls.

Our dinner menu highlights both plant-based cuisine as well as dishes with ethically raised meats and sustainable seafood. Some of our most popular dishes are the Salt-roasted Golden Beets for starters, Chicken Veloute or the Raw Vegan Lasagna as Entrees, and our mouth watering gluten-free vegan cheesecakes for dessert.

Look forward to seeing you!

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SusanVIP
Dined on Jun 27, 2025
I had the Saint Armand salad and it was delicious and my husband orders the salmon platter with bagel cream cheese and he loves it
A photo of Ophelia's on the Bay restaurant
4.7
4.7 (6526)
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Siesta Key
About the restaurant
As entrancing as our surroundings can be, you'll likely become distracted once your dinner reaches your table. Our executive chef Nick Reddel is constantly reinventing our menu to offer guests new and appealing tastes. You'll enjoy classic American cuisine enhanced with international flavors, leading to a unique and truly memorable culinary experience. Our nightly printed menu features the freshest possible ingredients: Florida grown fruits and vegetables and fish that is flown in daily. Ophelia's on the Bay is the perfect place to linger over dinner.
Top review
CrystalVIP
Dined 3 days ago
Wonderful dinner- from cocktails, appetizers, entrees and dessert. There were 4 of us and we each had a different fish dish and we all loved them. Always enjoy our visit to Ophelia’s!!
A photo of Michael's On East restaurant
4.7
4.7 (5956)
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Sarasota
About the restaurant
Serving "inspired cuisine" since 1987, the celebrated Michael’s On East restaurant takes fine dining to another level, offering award-winning cuisine and outstanding service, in an exceptional 1940s supper club atmosphere. Michael's On East has been inducted into Nation's Restaurant News Fine Dining Hall of Fame and recently received their 34th consecutive AAA Four-Diamond Award. The 350+ bottle wine list has been awarded the Best of Award of Excellence by the Wine Spectator!

Upon entering the dining room, you are immediately dazzled by the plush design and inspired décor. The restaurant’s intimate aura, along with its contemporary flare, world-class wine cellar and incomparable service, create an unparalleled dining experience.

Michael's Lounge, complete with a grand piano, is a guest favorite with its signature cocktails and award winning wine selection.

Michael’s Atrium for outdoor dining is a stunning glass-covered, plant-filled courtyard with a beautiful flowing fountain.

Top review
jackieVIP
Dined 2 days ago
Food is superb as always, in one of the best values in town for quality of service flavor and ambience
A photo of Libby's - Sarasota restaurant
4.6
4.6 (4195)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
Sarasota
About the restaurant
Open in Sarasota since May of 2019, the Libby's space is open, modern & minimalist. Delicious menu items, sophisticated wine and daily specials are at the core of all that we do! Cozy bar area, weekday happy hour specials, and a private dining room are some of the unique features at our Sarasota location.
Top review
StephenVIP
Dined 4 days ago
We had an amazing afternoon date at the Sarasota location. The Savor Sarasota menu is a great deal and our server was so nice! We’ll be back!
A photo of PIER 22 restaurant
4.5
4.5 (6375)
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Bradenton
About the restaurant
PIER 22 is Bradenton's historic waterfront destination. For over four decades, our restaurant has been the go-to spot for fine dining, stunning Manatee River views, and a modern and classic menu that will leave a lasting impression. We take pride in our from-scratch approach to cooking and believe that cuisine is an art form that should be shared with our guests. Our skilled chefs craft every dish with passion and elegance, ensuring each plate is bursting with rich, indulgent flavors.

Whether you're joining us for a special occasion or a night out with friends, we promise a memorable dining experience that will leave you wanting more.

While reservations are not required, they are highly recommended to ensure your preferred seating time. If your desired time slot isn’t available, rest assured that we reserve space every day to accommodate walk-ins, including on our temperature-controlled covered patio.

Top review
Barbara
Dined 2 days ago
Excellent appetizers our party of four ordered the appetizers and made a great buffet meal out of it
A photo of Boca - Sarasota restaurant
4.5
4.5 (1712)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
Sarasota
About the restaurant
Discover Boca Sarasota, where casual sophistication meets heartfelt hospitality. Designed with a warm, inviting energy and a cozy, industrial farmhouse aesthetic, Boca is your everyday upscale escape, perfect for a leisurely lunch, intimate dinner, or celebratory brunch with friends. Our culinary philosophy blends seasonality with creativity, offering handcrafted dishes made from the freshest local ingredients and inspired takes on beloved classics. At the bar, our Market Fresh cocktails are crafted with house-infused spirits and vibrant, fresh flavors and are as artful as they are irresistible. Whether you're toasting with bottomless mimosas at Weekend Brunch or unwinding over dinner with friends who feel like family, Boca is where thoughtful details and genuine connections make every moment unforgettable.
Top review
Laurie
Dined on Jun 23, 2025
Great food, great service and great ambiance. Had the seafood special and it was delicious.
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