Diners' Choice: Best Service restaurants in Sarasota / Bradenton

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Updated 05 December 2024

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La Dolce Vita Authentic Italian Cuisine

4.9

4.9 (349)

$31 to $50

Italian

Sarasota

About the restaurant

We welcome our guests to an authentic Italian restaurant: here we offer traditional cuisine, with a modern take on northern and southern Italian recipes. Mauro, the chef, and his wife Tina, have an huge amount of experience behind them.

Mauro is from Naples, Tina was born in a little sicilian town near by Enna.
He began to learn everything about the southern cuisine by his experience in Naples since he was a child, from “Polipetti alla Luciana” to “Paccheri ai frutti di mare”. Furthermore he moved in Milan and he had the chance to learn the northern cuisine, from “Risotto ai funghi porcini” to “Polenta grigliata”, one of his favourite specialties!
From an ancient sicilian tradition, Tina learnt everything about the desserts by her grandmother and her mother, from “Millefoglie” to “Cannoli cake”.

We hope you enjoyed reading about us. but it would be great if you would have the chance to taste our fantastic dishes! It will be an amazing experience with no

Top review

Margaret

Dined on 18 Dec 2024

As always, La Dolce Vita serves fresh, authentic and delicious Italian food. From the moment you walk through the door until the time you leave you will not be disappointed. Tina‘s limoncello is the best we have ever had.

Sophie's at Saks Fifth Avenue- Sarasota

4.9

4.9 (736)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Sarasota

About the restaurant

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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Susan

Dined on 18 Dec 2024

This restaurant is a jewel. We love to lunch here. Food and staff are terrific !!

La Norma Ristorante & Pizzeria

4.8

4.8 (753)

$31 to $50

Italian

Longboat Key

About the restaurant

We really care about what we do: we only use Italian extra virgin olive oil, our pasta is freshly made, our varieties of cheese are all imported, our vegetables are organic, our cuts of meat are all top-shelf, our wine list is mostly a tribute to Italian local producers.
We are from the South, and we don’t forget that. But we would like to take You on a flavorful journey so You can enjoy bits and pieces of the broad Italian culinary tradition.
Our goal is to offer You a good time through uncompromising, genuine Italian recipes. We only ask you to be a little patient while we make them fresh: some call it “slow food”, for us it is the only way to cook.

Our story is reflected in our dishes: we hope You enjoy the experience.

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Robert

Dined 7 days ago

Intimate beautiful setting. Excellent food, service and wonderful ambiance!!

Bruschetta Fine Italian Cuisine

4.9

4.9 (43)

$31 to $50

Italian

Gulf Gate Estates

About the restaurant

At Bruschetta Fine Italian Cuisine , our history is rooted in family and tradition. Our recipes have been passed down for generations, and we take great pride in using authentic ingredients and techniques to create the flavors of Italy. From our humble beginnings in a small kitchen in Rome to our bustling restaurant today, we've always stayed true to our roots.

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KimVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Our favorite Italian restaurant in Sarasota. The food is always delicious, especially the fresh pasta and bruschetta. And the service is friendly. We always feel welcome.

Roessler's

4.9

4.9 (1854)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Sarasota

About the restaurant

WE CANNOT WAIT TO SEE YOU!
PLEASE NOTE WE CAN NOT ACCEPT RESERVATIONS FOR OUTSIDE DINING, PARTIES OVER 6, OR HOLIDAYS THROUGH OPEN TABLE. PLEASE CALL THE RESTAURANT IF YOUR TIME IS NOT AVAILABLE. THANK YOU!!! 941 966 5688

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DawnVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Great meal and cocktails. The French onion soup and chocolate mousse were incredible! Terrific service and ambience.

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Wiener Schnitzel Holstein

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Steak Diane

Adeline - Sarasota

4.9

4.9 (28)

$31 to $50

American

Sarasota

About the restaurant

The team at Adeline lives every second, of every minute, of every hour, of every day striving to always be moving forward in a better direction. To never stop learning and bettering themselves. To always learn from the past to create a better tomorrow.

Drew, who was born in Baltimore, Maryland, made a name for himself working in a number of kitchens in Washington, D.C., including high-ranked restaurants and Michelin-starred establishments. Drew went on to receive the Rising Stars award from StarChefs, being recognized as one of the Top Chefs in Washington DC.

The Chef’s Counter is an intimate view into the heart of Adeline.
We offer six seats showcasing a front row immersive experience of our chefs. Reserve your seat at the Chefs
Counter by booking on "Experiences" Exclusively through Opentable.

We offer Lunch 11am- 2pm No reservations.

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Paula

Dined on 14 Dec 2024

This restaurant is a gift to Sarasota! This chef has a beautiful way of creating delicious food. The layers of flavor do not disappoint! In fact as we were leaving, we were picking out the offerings on the menu that we would like to try on our next date here. Start with the Japanese milk bread- perfection . Definitely try the gnocchi- it’s a must! They are creamy and delicate with a sauce that is addictive. Garnished with pretty edible flowers and toasted happy breadcrumbs! Yum! We tried the rigatoni Amatriccana - awesome!The pork blade very good as well. End with the Japanese cheesecake- not your average. It’s like if cheesecake and crème brûlée had a baby! We normally get the duck, which is fantastic. There are fun new things to explore.

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Experience

Chef's Counter

Lila

4.8

4.8 (1186)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Sarasota

About the restaurant

Lila (pronounced lee-lah) means creative play. Lila is a spontaneous, playful, organic, healthy, mostly vegetable restaurant which does serve sustainable meats.

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Johnnie

Dined 3 days ago

Lila Vegan options were unique and love that one could order various protein to add to their dish. My 2 Sons and Niece loved the Mushroom Burger, my wife enjoyed the Macro Bowl and my other Niece enjoyed the Penne Vodka dish and I enjoyed the Burmese Bowl

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Popular dish

Mushroom Burger

Flavio's Brick Oven Bar - Siesta Key

4.7

4.7 (1463)

$30 and under

Italian

Siesta Key

About the restaurant

Our casual restaurant has a retro contemporary theme which includes a carved wood bar topped with marble, granite table tops and bright turquoise and red accents flanking the wood-burning brick oven. Terrace seating is shared with our fine dining concept Bella Roma.

Flavio, a third-generation chef from Venice, Italy, says his Farinata is not available anywhere else in the area. The thin pancake (much like a tortilla) is made of chickpeas, baked in the wood-burning oven and enhanced with rosemary and other savory toppings.

Among Flavio's thin-crust pizzas (his grandfather's recipes) are the popular Quattro Stagioni (fresh mozzarella, mushrooms, prosciutto, olives) and the Pizza Vegetariana with assorted grilled veggies. The rustic bread and focaccia are made on the premises. Flavio's also serves up house-made pasta dishes, plus veal and seafood entrees.

We look forward to serving you!

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SandyVIP

Dined on 11 Dec 2024

Food and service were excellent. My wife enjoyed the veal and I had lasagna. We paired our dinner with a nice bottle of Montepulicano d’Abruzzo. I would dine here again.

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4.9

4.9 (470)

$31 to $50

French

Venice

About the restaurant

Thank you for choosing us.
Executive Chef of Côté France of 4 years, Thomas Civallero is passionate about creating an authentic French experience with homemade and traditional French Cuisine.
Our team has extensive knowledge of complementary pairings and is dedicated to providing an excellent dining experience.

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Claude

Dined today

Only can judge from the special Christmas menu but the food was great. Hot and haute! A hit!

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Popular dish

Classic French Onion Soup

Popular dish

Scallops Risotto

Cafe L'Europe - St Armand's

4.8

4.8 (2434)

$31 to $50

Modern European

Sarasota

About the restaurant

This season marks Café L'Europe's 51st year in its iconic St. Armands Circle location. Whether celebrating life's most meaningful moments, or the end of a long week, we welcome lovers of food and drink for a five-star experience inspired by Europe's finest bistros.

Spring 2024 brings a reimagined restaurant interior and new dining menus. European culinary tradition inspires scratch-made dishes using local, sustainable ingredients. An exquisite Old World-meets-New World wine list, craft cocktails, and music greet you from our newly renovated "Wet Bar".

We aim to graciously walk the tightrope between past and future: To honor the beloved traditions of Sarasota families, to welcome new visitors to our beautiful destination, and to celebrate the legacy of a place once housing the sales office of Sarasota’s most famous resident - John Ringling!

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VirginiaVIP

Dined on 25 Sept 2024

Lovely experience. The amazing food, excellent service, and gorgeous style of this restaurant are truly wonderful

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French Onion Gratinée

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