Best Fine Dining Restaurants in Siesta Key

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodPortuguesePeruvian

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Sarasota / Bradenton

Neighborhoods

Sarasota

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for fine wines

Dining Options

All dining options

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Takeout only

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Wheelchair access

8 restaurants available nearby

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1. Ocean Prime - Sarasota

4.7

Exceptional(537)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Sarasota

Booked 169 times today

Ocean Prime is a nationally acclaimed, dynamic seafood & steakhouse from the award-winning Cameron Mitchell Restaurants located in the The Quay Sarasota. Ocean Prime delivers an elevated experience with exceptional ambiance, a chef-curated menu, signature handcrafted cocktails, Wine Spectator honored wine list and genuine hospitality. Reservations are recommended. Ocean Prime strives to provide an elegant, fine dining atmosphere. Our associates’ priority is to ensure your experience is memorable. We ask that our guests choose attire that is both polished and suited to our restaurant. THANK YOU FOR NOT WEARING: Clothing emitting excessive marijuana odor, excessively revealing clothing or exposed undergarments, or clothing with offensive language or graphics. Admittance to Ocean Prime is at the discretion of management who reserves the right to refuse service to patrons who are inappropriately dressed.

2. Michael's On East

4.7

Exceptional(5763)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Sarasota

Booked 45 times today

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.

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3. Fleming's Steakhouse - Sarasota

4.6

Exceptional(1934)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Sarasota

Booked 26 times today

Your Sarasota Fleming's is located on the corner of US 41 (Tamiami Trail) and Siesta Drive, just across the street from Westfield Southgate Shopping Center and minutes from downtown and the Ritz-Carlton and Hyatt Regency Hotels. Fleming's in Sarasota is an outstanding choice to enjoy an exceptional Prime steak, glass of wine or handcrafted cocktail. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, hosting a business dinner or simply wanting to enjoy a night out - we will create a safe and memorable evening in our Dining Room or Outdoor Patio. If you prefer to enjoy your fine dining experience at home, you can order and pay for lunch or dinner online and then pick up curbside or select from one of our delivery partners.

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4. Selva Grill Downtown Sarasota

4.8

Exceptional(5943)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Latin / Spanish • Sarasota

Booked 81 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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5. element: steak. seafood. pasta.

4.3

Awesome(2004)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steak • Sarasota

Booked 13 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.

6. Amore Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(738)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Sarasota

Booked 3 times today

Completely renovated and elegantly reconfigured to offer both indoor dining and al fresco. Live entertainment daily Wednesday through Sunday from 6PM to 9PM. Whether you’re dining out with friends and family or looking for the ideal place to a host social event, Amore Restaurant is the place.

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7. The Capital Grille - Sarasota

4.8

Exceptional(3048)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Sarasota

Booked 62 times today

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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8. Sophie's at Saks Fifth Avenue- Sarasota

4.9

Exceptional(747)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Sarasota

Booked 2 times today

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.

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Marianne
Tampa / Central Florida West •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Wonderful dining experience. We have been to your restaurant several times but our guests were new to your restaurant. They loved it.
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Selva Grill Downtown SarasotaPrice: Expensive• Latin / Spanish• Sarasota
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4.8
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CandaceVIP
Minneapolis - St. Paul •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Party of six with an array of tastes - all rated their dinners as very good- salmon, crab cakes, risotto, steaks and boullabaisse- fantastic food, drinks and service.
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Michael's On EastPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Sarasota
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4.7
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OpenTable DinerVIP
Las Vegas •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Delicious food, great ambience, wonderful service!
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Ocean Prime - SarasotaPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Sarasota
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4.7
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RonVIP
Philadelphia County •39 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Food and drinks were excellent! Great martini with home made blue cheese stuffed olives! Steak was perfectly cooked. Richard was our waiter and did a fantastic job!
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element: steak. seafood. pasta.Price: Expensive• Steak• Sarasota
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4.3
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DEHV
Southwest Florida •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 3, 2025
Food and drink were excellent Nick, our server was great!
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Fleming's Steakhouse - SarasotaPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Sarasota
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4.6

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