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Ophelia's on the Bay, Sarasota, FL
Ophelia's on the Bay, Sarasota, FL
Ophelia's on the Bay, Sarasota, FL
Ophelia's on the Bay, Sarasota, FL
Ophelia's on the Bay, Sarasota, FL

Ophelia's on the Bay

4.7
4.7
6315 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 57 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Charming
Ophelia's on the Bay is one of Sarasota’s premier fine dining waterfront restaurants. Enjoy beautiful vistas of Little Sarasota Bay, from the floor-to-ceiling windows that line the dining room. Or join us for al fresco dining on our open-air patio, as the dolphins and manatee swim by. Winner of many awards both locally and nationally, including an Excellence rating from Zagat as well as being listed as the number one restaurant in America in Power and Motoryacht Magazine for dock and dine. Ophelia's on the Bay has also been voted most romantic, best waterfront and best restaurant with a view by its loyal customers. The menu changes nightly using fresh and seasonal ingredients, fresh fish flown in from all over the world and specialty meats. There is certainly something for every palate! We feature an extensive wine list, specialty martinis, as well as a full bar. Family owned and operated for over 22 years, we have an experienced staff that prides itself on exemplary service.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Seafood, Wild Game
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (941) 349-2212
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Daniel Olson
  • Catering
    Ophelia's on the Bay is the perfect location for your next catered event! Whether it be a birthday celebration, business function, wedding/baby shower, or any other memorable event in your life, we would love to create the perfect event catered to your needs. We also offer complete off-site catering services ranging from small to large functions with our fully equipped mobile kitchen. Please contact us to start booking your event today!
  • Neighborhood
    Siesta Key
  • Cross street
    Stickney Point Road
  • Parking details
    Complimentary Valet Parking on premise. No private parking available.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 6,315 people are saying

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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Tampa / Central Florida West

    Contemporary American

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Romantic

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Great for scenic views

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ophelia's on the Bay offers a stunning bayside dining experience with "exceptional ambiance," "amazing food," and "attentive service." Guests rave about the "excellent crab cakes" and "perfectly cooked seafood." It's a top choice for special occasions with its romantic setting and extensive wine selection, ensuring memorable evenings.
6,315 Reviews
  1. EDWARD

    VIP

    Naples

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our best fish dinner of the week! The redfish was prepared perfectly!

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  2. Robert

    Cincinnati

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, Sylvia ( friendly, not rushed, excellent command of menu), great food (heated plates, excellent blend of tastes into each menu item we tried), great views on water & osprey nest nearby always provides a little extra entertainment.

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  3. ToniD

    VIP

    New York City

    39 reviews

    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything I have ever heard about Ophelia’s is true and then some / the staff is outstanding- the food above outstanding- one of the best restaurants here in Sarasota area for certain

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  4. Joan

    VIP

    Naples

    58 reviews

    5.0

    58 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service are always exceptional. Michael was our waiter and he was fabulous.

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  5. Dave

    Montreal

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The food, service, staff were outstanding. The interior desperately needs an update.

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  6. David

    Cleveland

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Last night I ordered sea bass. It was delivered gummy with purple lines going through the fish. After a few bites I returned my meal because it looked under cooked to me. The manager came out to speak to me and reassured me that is the way it's supposed to look. Sea Bass, to me, is typically flaky and falls off a fork, this was gummy and needed to be cut with a knife, it looked gross. The manager came out and kindly said he would take care of us...he was going to offer us free dessert. (Keeping in mind, they took my complete meal that I hadn't eaten and did not offer a replacement or to cook it further). They promptly brought us dessert and we finished our evening. When we got home, I noticed on the receipt that we were not only charged for the entire meal that I hadn't eaten along with the 2 desserts that they promised would be no charge!!! Lesson learned to look at receipt before you leave.

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  7. Laura

    St. Louis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food, great service! The crab cakes are a must! We will return!

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  8. Marilyn

    Indiana

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The pace of the meal was perfect. My redfish dish was delicious. And the potatoes!!! Oh my. Just perfect. The presentation was beautiful as well. We were given a champagne toast at the end of our meal to celebrate my husband’s birthday. It’s a beautiful place to celebrate a special occasion.

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  9. Reuben

    Botswana

    98 reviews

    5.0

    98 reviews

    Dined on January 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding food, great service (George), beautiful views of the Bay, easy parking...a great experience and we will certainly return

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  10. Sandra

    Tampa

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 23, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Haven’t been here in several years- thought menu was limited if you’re looking for something other than seafood.

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FAQs

Ophelia's on the Bay offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 349-2212.

Ophelia's on the Bay is rated 4.7 stars by 6315 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 57 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Ophelia's on the Bay

9105 Midnight Pass Road, Sarasota, FL 34242

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Stickney Point Road
  • Neighborhood
    Siesta Key
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Seafood, Wild Game
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Complimentary Valet Parking on premise. No private parking available.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Daniel Olson
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (941) 349-2212
  • Catering
    Ophelia's on the Bay is the perfect location for your next catered event! Whether it be a birthday celebration, business function, wedding/baby shower, or any other memorable event in your life, we would love to create the perfect event catered to your needs. We also offer complete off-site catering services ranging from small to large functions with our fully equipped mobile kitchen. Please contact us to start booking your event today!
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