Best Restaurants for People Watching in Sarasota

8 restaurants available nearby

1. Boca - Sarasota

4.2

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Sarasota

Booked 42 times today

With a cozy vibe, food you crave, and heartfelt hospitality, Boca is your kind of place - an everyday upscale restaurant where you can be yourself and enjoy great fresh seasonal creations while we work thoughtfully to make even the most simple moments extraordinary. With a fresh and seasonal approach to the classics, Boca is the food you love handcrafted with the freshest ingredients into dishes you will crave. Like the food, our Market Fresh cocktails are thoughtful, luscious, and handcrafted featuring house-infused spirits and fresh ingredients. Join us for Weekend Brunch and Bottomless Mimosas, Lunch on the Avenue or Dinner with friends that feel like family.

2. Rose & Ivy

4.7

Exceptional(405)

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Sarasota

Booked 5 times today

Rose & Ivy, located in the beautiful two-story, vine-covered historic I.R Burns and H.H. Bell Building right next to the Sarasota Opera House in the heart of Downtown Sarasota. Featuring eclectic Pan-Asian cuisine, with a focus on sushi, sizzling steak, exotic dim sum, a superb beverage program, plus a curated atmosphere like nothing in Sarasota.The space is a multi-faceted property with large front and courtyard patios with lots of fans for Florida weather, interior dining room and upstairs piano bar. Explore with us from 3PM-12AM, Tuesday through Sunday!

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3. element: steak. seafood. pasta.

4.6

Exceptional(1960)

Price: Expensive

• Steak • Sarasota

Booked 16 times today

We encapsulate the best and most unique elements of world class dining. We feature pasture raised, hand-cut steaks grilled or seared to perfection, delicate, local seafood, house made pasta dishes with elegant hand crafted sauces and more.

4. Green zebra cafe

4.6

Exceptional(92)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Sarasota

Booked 12 times today

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!

5. Cest La Vie

4.4

Awesome(135)

Price: Moderate

• French • Sarasota

Booked 3 times today

C'est la Vie Downtown! Authentic French Bistrot. Serving Classic French cuisine in a rustic provençal atmosphere. Only downtown location is doing dinner.We also offer a spacious outdoor dinning garden terrace with a beautiful shady oak tree and illuminating string lights.Our Artisan bakery and the quality of our pastries will have you feeling like you are in the heart of Paris. Opened since 1997 by Christophe and Geraldine Coutelle, we collected over the years many awards from Best French Restaurant to Best french bakery. Located on Main street - Downtown Sarasota.Come and join us for a delightful evening.

6. Blu Kouzina

4.9

Exceptional(1284)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Sarasota

Booked 37 times today

**Cash Discount Notice**Save 3.5% on your bill by paying withcash.A 3.5% Convenience fee will beadded to all sales. As an incentivefor our customers we now offer animmediate discount to customerswho pay with CASH based on ourposted discount schedule.Blu Kouzina is bringing its signature, wholesome Greek cooking to the Sunshine State after gracing for the past five years Singapore’s culinary scene. The acclaimed restaurant, born out of the founders’ passion for the food of their native Greece and their love of sharing a hearty, family meal with friends, has set up a second home in Sarasota.Fresh and quality ingredients, mostly grown organically, and sourced from well established, local producers are used in dishes that are both traditional and creatively contemporary. What remains uniquely Greek and genuine are the flavors and the scents of extra virgin olive oil, fresh fish or succulent lamb that will take you on a journey from a beach-side taverna to a rural mezze shop.

7. GROVE

4.4

Awesome(3103)

Price: Moderate

• American • Bradenton

Booked 67 times today

Welcome to GROVE, the ultimate destination for a truly exceptional dining experience that embodies heart, balance, and spirit. Our Contemporary American cuisine showcases a personal and authentic approach to cooking that is sure to impress!Our menu is as diverse as it is delicious, featuring an array of handcrafted dishes made with only the freshest, seasonal ingredients that highlight our commitment to imaginative flavor combinations. Savor our house-made specialties, such as the succulent Pork Osso Bucco, the refreshing Seared Ahi Tuna Nachos, and the delectable Stuffed Lobster, all expertly crafted with a cross-cultural twist that creates a symphony of flavors.We are passionate about blending traditional cooking methods with innovative recipes, resulting in an elevated yet approachable menu that caters to even the most discerning of palates. Join us for a memorable dining experience that is sure to delight your senses.

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8. Fuego Comida and Tequila

4.6

Exceptional(430)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Mexican • Lakewood Ranch

Booked 20 times today

At Fuego Comida & Tequila Lounge, every moment you spend with us should be something to remember – something special. From your first exhilarating sip to that savory bite, and every encounter with any of our team throughout, we strive to provide exceptional service, food, drink and memories that keep you coming back.

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johnVIP
Southwest Florida •38 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
This was our first time at the restaurant. The food was phenomenal and our waitress Christina was attentive and friendly. We will be back soon!
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Rose & IvyPrice: Expensive• Sushi• Sarasota
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4.7
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Amy
Detroit / Eastern Michigan •22 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
If you’d like to eat clean and healthy, this is the place for you. Multiple delicious options for people who have specific food restrictions. Great chill ambience and some of our favorite bites in Sarasota. Service is always excellent.
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Green zebra cafePrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Sarasota
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4.6
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trishaVIP
Chicago / Illinois •41 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Very cozy place. Welcoming and great options to choose from. Nice bar. We had Colton as our waiter and couldn’t be happier with the service. He was very friendly and knew the menu very well. He made our first time experience very enjoyable as we celebrated our Anniversary. The filet was outstanding. And the pasta was delicious. I’d love to see more cocktail options in the future. I totally recommend this restaurant for any occasion.
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element: steak. seafood. pasta.Price: Expensive• Steak• Sarasota
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4.6
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StephenVIP
Tampa / Central Florida West •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
server was outstanding. The fresh food was fantastic. It was my wife and my 37th anniversary and they certainly made us feel special. Always enjoy Boca.
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Boca - SarasotaPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Sarasota
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4.2
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anna
Tampa / Central Florida West •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 7, 2024
Terrific spot owned by Christophe and Geraldine who have shared authentic French foods for over quarter century.
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Cest La ViePrice: Moderate• French• Sarasota
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4.4

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8 restaurants available nearby

1. Boca - Sarasota

2. Rose & Ivy

3. element: steak. seafood. pasta.

4. Green zebra cafe

5. Cest La Vie

6. Blu Kouzina

7. GROVE

8. Fuego Comida and Tequila

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