Wink Wink Food and Drink

4.5

204 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 5 times today

Experiences are available.

Neighborhood gem
Vegan-friendly
Vegetarian-friendly

At Wink Wink Food & Drink, we're inspired by the classic food and atmosphere of the 50s and 60s, like the chic supper clubs and breezy Tiki bars, but we serve it all up with a fun, modern twist. Our chef blends local ingredients and flavors to reinvent old favorites, offering dishes that are both a nod to the past and a taste of the contemporary.

In our lounge and pool bar, you'll discover a thoughtful selection of classic cocktails, each with a playful name that perfectly reflects our easygoing vibe. This blend of past and present creates an ideal setting for everyone – families, friends, and anyone in between – to come together and enjoy the moment.

We're dedicated to ensuring the quality and creativity of our cuisine and drinks--we take them seriously so you don't have to.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Pacific Rim
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–5:00 pm Bar Daily 11:00 am–12:00 am Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(941) 906-1290
Website
http://www.winkwinkmodernlounge.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Donald Robinson
Private party facilities
From inspiring collaborations to creative celebrations, thinking outside-the-box starts with not meeting in one. Wink Wink Modern Lounge offers a variety of venues for creatives, entrepreneurs and groups seeking an authentic, inspiring setting in the heart of downtown Sarasota.

Location
1290 Boulevard of the Arts, Sarasota, FL 34236-2900
Neighborhood
Sarasota
Cross street
Cocoanut Avenue
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Experiences

Christmas at Wink Wink
$90.00 per person
Dec 25, 2024 only
Join us for an exciting chef curated 5 course special Christmas menu! Bring the whole family and celebrate Christmas in style! Course 1 features a choice of a cold-water lobster bisque or a Madira French onion soup. Course 2 offers a choice of a Caesar salad or a baby beets salad. For course 3 choose from fried artichoke hearts, steak tartare canapes, or a duck confit flatbread. Our star, course 4, offers a choice between filet and crab, rack of lamb, chicken roulade, or seared halibut. To top of the culinary experience, we will feature a chocolate sponge cake for s'mores tart for course 5. Check out our website for more menu information! Winkwinkmmodernlounge.com. Our regular menu will not be offered on Christmas day.
New Year's Eve at Wink Wink
$110.00 per person
Dec 31, 2024 only
Join us for an exciting chef curated 5 course special NYE menu! Bring the whole family and celebrate in style! Course 1 features a choice of a cold-water lobster bisque or a Madira French onion soup. Course 2 offers a choice of a Caesar salad or a baby beets salad. For course 3 choose from oysters in the half shell with caviar and champagne mignonette, steak tartare canapes, or cold prawns. Our star, course 4, offers a choice between filet and lobster, rack of lamb, duck breast, or dover sole. To top of the culinary experience, we will feature a poached pear or mille feuille for course 5. Check out our website for more menu information! Winkwinkmmodernlounge.com. Our regular menu will not be offered after 5pm on NYE.

Parfait$9.00
greek yogurt, granola, seasonal berries
Steel Cut Oats$9.00
honey, sugar, seasonal berries
Omlete$11.00
3 eggs, gruyere-fontina cheese, scallion, toast, breakfast potatoes, pea tendrils
Classic$14.00
2 eggs, toast, bacon, breakfast potatoes, melon and seasonal berries
Avo Sourdough$12.00
avocado, non-dairy feta, pistachios, pickled shallots, radish, arugula
Benedict$14.00
english muffin, smoked ham, poached egg, pepper jam, hollandaise, arugula

On Your Own

Slice of Toast with Butter and Jam$3.00
Sourdough | Multigrain | English Muffin | Gluten-Free
Everything Bagel with Cream Cheese$5.00
Cage-Free Egg$4.00
Arugula Salad$6.00
pickled shallots, radish
Short Stack Pancakes$7.00
syrup and butter
French Toast$6.00
syrup and powdered sugar
Fresh Berries and Melon$4.00
3 Strips of Bacon$6.00

Lil' Wink

Scrambled Eggs with Cheese and Bacon$10.00
Two Pancakes$10.00
with chocolate sauce and strawberries
French Toast$10.00
Syrup and Powdered Sugar

What 204 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.7Service
4.2Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Tampa / Central Florida West
Most Booked 1000-Point Tables
Sarasota / Bradenton
Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Wink Wink Food and Drink is a vibrant and inviting spot known for its "impeccable service" and "amazing creative food." Nestled inside a hotel, it offers an eclectic menu ranging from flavorful burgers to vegetarian specialties. Guests rave about the "delicious drinks" and lively atmosphere. A "hidden gem" in Sarasota!

204 Reviews

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Sarah
Greater Boston
23 reviews
5.0
23 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This hidden gem, inside The Modern hotel, is literally the best food we’ve had in Sarasota over the past year of dining out. Cocktails are great, staff is attentive and accommodating, and make very helpful recs when asked. Sit on patio. Don’t forget to order the Brussel sprouts. Lots of options for vegan/gf as well as a fantastic burger for meat lovers. Free parking. Walkable to Fogertyville. We love this place!
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Nancy
VIP
Tampa
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I found the menu to be very interesting and was delighted to find gluten free and vegan items in abundance. I will return!
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Lori
Tampa
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Four of us went here for dinner and we were all very happy with our meal.
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Russell
VIP
Tampa
84 reviews
5.0
84 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Tasty, unique food choices; great shareable appetizers.
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Elisa
Tampa
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food was awesome, we ordered both from the Thanksgiving menu and the regular lunch one. We enjoyed the fresh ingredients and amazing quality, from the cocktails to the desserts. Our server Julianna was very kind. I’ve dined here before and I overall love the vibes and the food. The only “sour” note I would make for the unexpected high price of a small pour of Amaro Nonino that a couple of us got. But other than that, I would highly recommend Wink Wink!
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Toni
VIP
Tampa
26 reviews
4.0
26 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
I don't normally recommend restaurants in hotels but this is an exception. Wink Wink was a delightful surprise. Our waiter and the food were great. It did get a little noisy when the bar was full but we could still have a conversation at our table. The Brussel Sprouts, the salmon, and the grouper was all delicious. I would go back again; actually I hope to soon!
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Jason
VIP
Tampa
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing creative food, maybe the most creative in Sarasota. Was dead the night we went. I hope more people discover this hidden gem, which is hidden inside a hotel but definitely not a typical hotel restaurant.
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OpenTable Diner
VIP
Pittsburgh
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on October 4, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Took my wife for her birthday. I had forgotten that this restaurant is partnof a hotel. I was extremely impressed with service, quality and over all ambiance. Service in particular was above and beyond…. We highly recommend!
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Felice
Naples
83 reviews
4.0
83 reviews
Dined on September 19, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Wink Wink is a hidden gem. A range of food options from burgers and steaks to vegetarian specialties. We were impressed with the choices and really enjoyed the very attentive and helpful servers.
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Nancy
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Need more of a wine selection . Chardonnay choice per bottle was either $38 or $115.
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FAQs

Wink Wink Food and Drink offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 906-1290.

Wink Wink Food and Drink is rated 4.5 stars by 204 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 5 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

1290 Boulevard of the Arts, Sarasota, FL 34236-2900

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Cocoanut Avenue
Neighborhood
Sarasota
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–5:00 pm Bar Daily 11:00 am–12:00 am Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Pacific Rim
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Donald Robinson
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Website
http://www.winkwinkmodernlounge.com/
Phone number
(941) 906-1290
Private party facilities
From inspiring collaborations to creative celebrations, thinking outside-the-box starts with not meeting in one. Wink Wink Modern Lounge offers a variety of venues for creatives, entrepreneurs and groups seeking an authentic, inspiring setting in the heart of downtown Sarasota.

Wink Wink Food and Drink

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Christmas at Wink Wink

New Year's Eve at Wink Wink

Croissant Sandwhiches

Ham and Egg$15.00

Lox and Egg$15.00

Mushroom and Whites$15.00

Staples

Parfait$9.00

Steel Cut Oats$9.00

Omlete$11.00

Classic$14.00

Avo Sourdough$12.00

Benedict$14.00

On Your Own

Slice of Toast with Butter and Jam$3.00

Everything Bagel with Cream Cheese$5.00

Cage-Free Egg$4.00

Arugula Salad$6.00

Short Stack Pancakes$7.00

French Toast$6.00

Fresh Berries and Melon$4.00

3 Strips of Bacon$6.00

Lil' Wink

Scrambled Eggs with Cheese and Bacon$10.00

Two Pancakes$10.00

French Toast$10.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

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Is Wink Wink Food and Drink currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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