Diners' Choice: Great for fine wines restaurants in Sarasota / Bradenton

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Updated October 05, 2024

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Ruth's Chris Steak House - Sarasota

4.9

4.9 (2257)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Sarasota

About the restaurant

Now Open: We look forward to serving you soon.

Ruth's Chris Steak House in Sarasota, FL serves the finest USDA Prime beef available, broiled at 1,800° and served on 500° plates, so your steak stays hot, juicy and delicious from first bite to last. Enjoy our New Orleans-inspired appetizers, USDA Prime steaks, fresh seafood, signature side dishes and homemade desserts. All this while you enjoy our warm, inviting atmosphere and Ruth’s Chris’ genuine hospitality. So whether you’re a regular or have just been wondering what all the buzz is about, Ruth's Chris is the perfect excuse to enjoy the perfect night out. Dinner is served nightly, reservations are suggested and private dining and offsite catering may be arranged.

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Bryan

Dined on Sep 22, 2024

Everything was perfect until one of my guest found a hair on her steak and shrimp from a staff member. Of course management made it right by not charging for that steak on the bill. Also, three of my guest steaks were not cooked correct (medium) on the first try. They came out rare or medium rare. But the staff quickly fixed the issue. We go here a lot as it’s close to our house/. This is really the first time we’ve ever had problems. The staff is wonderful to work with…

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Experience

Woodford Reserve TasteMaker Dinner

Experience

Moet & Chandon TasteMaker Dinner

Roessler's

4.9

4.9 (1824)

$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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Robertvip

Dined on Oct 1, 2024

Understated elegance, ambiance and decor. Beautiful views of many gardens and lovely landscape. Food choices are quite diverse and thoughtful. Food preparation was exactly what we expected and service was attentive and efficient. Would not hesitate to come here again. A truly special occasion experience

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Popular dish

Wiener Schnitzel Holstein

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Steak Diane

The Capital Grille - Sarasota

4.9

4.9 (2858)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Sarasota

About the restaurant

Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.

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Anthonyvip

Dined 3 days ago

Great night. Service was excellent by Shayna and Salvatore at the bar. Danielle the GM helped make our night perfect.

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Popular dish

Creamed Spinach

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Parmesan Truffle Fries

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Caramelized French Onion Soup crock

Rumours Wine Bar

4.9

4.9 (115)

$31 to $50

Wine Bar

Englewood

About the restaurant

Rumours Wine Bar was brought to life from a vision that began back in 2019 in our living room. Dana had recently resigned from her Wine Sales position and wasn’t sure what she wanted to do next. She had always dreamed of opening her own Wine bar so we created our logo, our name, and our brand and simply followed our heart. We opened as a retail store in January 2020 and pivoted when the Pandemic started by creating an online store and offering curbside pick-up and delivery. In September 2020, we passed our final inspections and received our beer and wine license for “on-premise” consumption as well as a restaurant license. We have not slowed down since. We have won numerous awards from our local community including 2022 and 2023 "Best Local Cheers Bar." Our mission at Rumours Wine Bar is to simply embrace intellectual stimulation linked to wine in a relaxed and friendly environment.

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Rita

Dined on Sep 19, 2024

Great time playing Singo!! Packed house but always served my order quickly.

Michael's On East

4.8

4.8 (5531)

$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 32nd 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.

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Evelyn

Dined on Sep 24, 2024

The Maine Epicurean menu was really great. Joe made our special night out really nice.

Cafe Gabbiano

4.8

4.8 (3721)

$30 and under

Italian

Siesta Key

About the restaurant

Cafe Gabbiano is a casual fine dining restaurant in Sarasota Fl (Siesta Key). We source local ingredients and have a great blend of classic and modern Italian dishes. At Cafe Gabbiano everything is made to order as we want each dish to be fresh. All of our sauces and pastas are homemade.

Cafe Gabbiano is a 4,000 sqft facility that offers intimate dining as well as larger rooms to host special occasions such as beach weddings and rehearsal dinners. We have an extensive wine list, signature crafted cocktails and a great beer list. We are open daily from 5 PM to 10 PM with Happy Hour 5 PM to 6:30 PM at the bar.

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MARK

Dined on Sep 28, 2024

Wonderful experience. Can't wait to go back. Service and food was outstanding.

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Popular dish

Gnocchi

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Tortellini alla Paolo

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Ossobuco Ravioli

Sage SRQ

4.8

4.8 (1688)

$31 to $50

Global, International

Sarasota

About the restaurant

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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Nicolevip

Dined on Oct 5, 2024

Excellent!! The food the ambiance everything is awesome there love it will be back.

Apulia Osteria Italiana

4.8

4.8 (326)

$31 to $50

Italian

Rotonda

About the restaurant

Apulia Osteria Italiana is located in Placida, Florida just a few miles away from the beautiful Island of Boca Grande and Manasota key just 20 minutes from Port Charlotte and Venice.
The warm hospitality and the professionalism you will receive at Apulia will make you feel welcome throuout your entire visit. Chef Dario Leo along with his staff will make sure you will be delighted with superb food and great service.
You will enjoy dishes from his native region " Apulia" also called "The hill of the boot", specialties such as Orecchiette with Rapini, Fritto misto di Paranza ( seafood) , Burrata, Baked Snapper, Beef Braciole, Pasticciotto Leccese and so many other dishes from all over Italy such as Ossobuco, Risotti, Gnocchi, Branzino, Ravioli, Tiramisu, Gelati and so much more......

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Pamela

Dined on Sep 25, 2024

Our experience @ Apulia Osteria was fabulous! They have nice, quiet booths (our choice) a small bar area and a couple other choices. Our server, Kim was very attentive. She really knew the menu and gave wonderful recommendations! We got the meatball appetizer, I had the red snapper “special” and my hubby had linguine and clams in a light wine sauce. Everything was spot on! We will definitely return!

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Popular dish

Tagliatelle alla Bolognese

Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Sarasota

4.7

4.7 (5257)

$30 and under

American

Sarasota

About the restaurant

Experience the perfect fusion of award-winning wines, Napa-style tasting rooms, and modern casual dining at Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants. Enjoy contemporary American cuisine influenced by international flavors from our scratch kitchen. Each dish is expertly paired with our selection of wines for the best food and wine match. Whether you explore the tasting room for a pre- or post-dinner adventure or join the world's largest wine club, we believe in the power of food and wine to create lasting connections. Dining reservations are highly recommended, but walk-in guests are always welcome on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gluten-free and vegetarian dishes are available.

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Jaclyn Palau

Dined 1 day ago

So grateful they were open. Wanted to send off some family with a nice meal for helping us during the hurricane. As well as celebrate two birthday’s that got sidetracked due to the weather. The service was great!

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Popular dish

Crispy Brussels Sprouts

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House-Made Truffles

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Pretzel-Crusted Pork Chops

Taverna Toscana

4.6

4.6 (35)

$30 and under

Italian

Bradenton

About the restaurant

In downtown Bradenton, Florida, Taverna Toscana is led by the renowned Chef Fabio Viviani, offering an unparalleled Tuscan Italian dining experience. Our steakhouse blends Tuscan charm with modern sophistication, presenting an exquisite menu that transports you to the heart of Italy. The warm ambiance and handcrafted decor complement the authentic Italian flavors and the finest steaks, curated by Chef Viviani, a celebrated figure known for his culinary prowess and appearances on Bravo's "Top Chef." This venture, in partnership with Bradenton's entrepreneur Steve Herrig, symbolizes a commitment to culinary excellence and the revitalization of downtown Bradenton. At Taverna Toscana, we celebrate the shared essence of Tuscany and Florida: warm sun, wonderful people, and a passion for fresh, sublime food. Our indoor/outdoor dining welcomes everyone-from families and foodies to CEOs and couples-with aged steaks, homemade pasta, and crafted drinks in an inviting atmosphere that draws inspiration from Italy itself. Taverna Toscana isn't just a dining destination; it's a bold statement of culinary delight, offering a slice of Italy in Florida's friendliest city. Join us to experience the joy of Italian dining, where every visit promises an indulgent journey of taste and authenticity.

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Helenvip

Dined on Sep 30, 2024

Found this place on a whim and was very impressed with the entire experience! The service was excellent and the menu had so many good options, it was difficult to decide. We settled on the signature steaks and were not disappointed! The creamed spinach is my new favorite I’ve ever had. Highly recommend this place for a special occasion or upscale night out!

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