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1. Mediterraneo Ristorante Italiano
4.9
Exceptional(3531)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Sarasota
Booked 28 times today
With its modern but classic Italian cuisine and emphasis on artisanal and contemporary Northern Italian style, Mediterraneo is often credited with being the first restaurant to bring authentic contemporary Italian cuisine to Sarasota when it first opened in 1996. Still under the same ownership, Mediterraneo has consistently been rated one of the top restaurants in Zagat. The restaurant has received numerous accolades including the acclaimed Insegna Del Ristorante Italiano awarded by The Minister of Agriculture & Commerce in Rome. With its highest honor, inducting the restaurant into its Accademia Italiana della Cucina "Fine Dining Hall of Fame." Mediterraneo has been rated as Best of the Best in Sarasota Magazine since the first year of opening. So whether you're celebrating a special occasion or grabbing a quick bite to eat, at Mediterraneo you are always assured the best quality food accompanied by excellent service. All of it thoroughly Italian.
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2. Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse - Sarasota
4.6
Exceptional(2754)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Sarasota
Booked 49 times today
Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse is an award-winning prime steakhouse specializing in aged USDA prime steaks. Located in the heart of Sarasota’s pedestrian friendly downtown, Hyde Park is just minutes from Siesta Key, Longboat Key, and St. Armand’s Circle and 5 minutes from the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall and the Beatrice Friedman Symphony Center. The restaurant offers a chef-inspired menu featuring variations of its legendary aged prime steaks, daily chef’s fresh fish features and great seafood. Award-winning menus, the extensive wine list and impeccable service are why Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse is Sarasota’s favorite fine dining restaurant and top pick for intimate dinners, special occasions, family gatherings, business dinners, corporate events and small receptions. Private dining rooms available. Complimentary valet parking (with validation).
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3. 1592 Wood Fired Kitchen
4.7
Exceptional(1378)
Price: Moderate
• Mediterranean • Sarasota
Booked 19 times today
The modus operandi at 1592 is fire. The key feature – everything is cooked on wood fired grill. The menu is handcrafted and well executed. 1592 is a great spot to indulge in comforting and flavourful cuisine from around the world.
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4. Duval's Fresh. Local. Seafood.
4.7
Exceptional(5488)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Sarasota
Booked 25 times today
We are an eclectic eatery with a passion for stunning seafood, superb service, fine wine, and creative cocktails.We are committed to serving only the freshest dishes to our guests. We receive fresh fish daily from our local suppliers and filet everything in house to ensure the best possible quality.Together with our unique menu, our focus on excellent service allows us to deliver a one-of-a-kind dining experience in downtown Sarasota. Every menu item is prepared to order to allow for customization and personalization of each dish and to ensure you are getting the freshest possible meal.Voted Sarasota's Best by Herald Tribune Readers:Best All-Around Restaurant (2019-2023)Best Seafood Restaurant (2016-2023)Best Sandwich for our renowned Po' Boy (2016-2022)Best Lunch (2020-2022)Thank you, Sarasota!For parties of 8 or more, a gratuity of 18% will be added to the check.
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5. Selva Grill Downtown Sarasota
4.9
Exceptional(5809)
Price: Expensive
• Latin / Spanish • Sarasota
Booked 43 times today
Selva offers innovative, intricately prepared dishes, plated and presented as works of art. Selva has earned raves from allover 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.”
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6. Arts & Central
4.7
Exceptional(359)
Price: Moderate
• American • Sarasota
Booked 41 times today
In the heart of the Rosemary District, come discover a dining experience that’s at the crossroads where laid-back vibes meet gourmet delights.
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7. Indigenous
4.7
Exceptional(890)
Price: Expensive
• American • Sarasota
Booked 6 times today
Opened in 2011, Indigenous has earned a reputation for being an inspirational and educational restaurant. For years, Indigenous has been known as one of America’s top restaurants, renowned for its passion for food, the community, and the planet. Indigenous’ menu of seasonal American cuisine changes progressively throughout the year based on peak ingredient availability. With a focus on sustainable seafood, we work closely with local fisherman, artisans, and farmers to maintain the highest quality. At Indigenous, we are always working our best to create a better food system. Owner Chef Steve Phelps has been a James Beard Foundation Semi Finalist for Best Chef South in 2014 & 2015, an Ambassador for Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch Blue Ribbon Task Force, and a founding member and Chef for the EDF Coalition for Sustainable Aquaculture.
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8. The Rosemary & Thyme
4.9
Exceptional(4428)
Price: Expensive
• American • Sarasota
Booked 34 times today
Welcome to Rosemary & Thyme! Downtown Sarasota American Bistro serving traditional and contemporary dishes with an emphasis on healthy options. Savor made-from-scratch selections for breakfast, lunch and dinner prepared with fresh ingredients from regional farms.
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9. Boca - Sarasota
4.2
Awesome(1583)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Sarasota
Booked 43 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.
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10. Sage SRQ
4.7
Exceptional(1734)
Price: Expensive
• Global, International • Sarasota
Booked 12 times today
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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  • Bob
    Southwest Florida •41 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Duvals is one of the best restaurants in Sarasota for selection of seafood dishes. They're prepared perfectly. We've never been disappointed with our meals. One great feature Duvals offers is a complimentary shuttle that offers door to door service. It's especially convenient when downtown parking spaces are hard to find.
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    Duval's Fresh. Local. Seafood.Price: Expensive• Seafood• Sarasota
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    4.7
  • LizVIP
    Tampa / Central Florida West •212 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    We’ve been coming to Selva for years and it just keeps getting better. Everything was delicious, service (Glinda) was excellent, which always make the dining experience that much better. Looking forward to our next visit.
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    Selva Grill Downtown SarasotaPrice: Expensive• Latin / Spanish• Sarasota
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    4.9
  • David
    Tampa / Central Florida West •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We ordered from the early dining menu...salmon. It was very good...almost too much to eat. Our cocktails were very great...pricey but we were aware of the cost. Our server, Josh, (co-server, Max) was excellent. He was very friendly, as well as helpful!
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    Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse - SarasotaPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Sarasota
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    4.6
  • Barry
    Tampa / Central Florida West •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    The food and service are outstanding. They are by far the best value in Sarasota....3 courses for less than $40 for great food is crazy good. We have always received great, attentive service whether we were outside on their patio or inside.
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    The Rosemary & ThymePrice: Expensive• American• Sarasota
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    4.9
  • Steve
    New York City •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Looking forward to our next excellent ding experience at Mediterraneo Ristorante Italiano. Reservations are simple with Open Table. A warm welcome upon arrival leads to a lovely dining table attended by hospitality professions who provided us with very attentive service while not obtrusive. The food is excellent; cold food is delivered cold and hot food is delivered hot! Numerous fine wines to choose from by the glass or the bottle. Lovely desserts, coffees, and after dinner libations. Thank you all at Mediterraneo Ristorante Italiano for a wonderful dining experience last evening,
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    Mediterraneo Ristorante ItalianoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Sarasota
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    4.9

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