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Michael's on East - Main Dining Room - Michael's On East, Sarasota, FL

Michael's On East

4.7
4.7
5672 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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19:00
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  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Fancy
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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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Steak, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 17:00–21:00 Bar Tue–Thu 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00 Carry Out and Delivery Tue–Sat 17:00–20:00
  • Phone number
    (941) 366-0007
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Jamil Pineda
  • Catering
    Michael's has multiple other venues for your special events. Whatever the occasion, the staff of Michael's On East are in the business of creating memorable events. From dazzling galas for 1,000 or more, to an intimate candlelit dinner for two, we pride ourselves on providing Sarasota's finest cuisine and the best service on Florida's Gulf Coast!
  • Private party facilities
    For an unparalleled dining and wine tasting experience, your guests will never forget, experience Michael's Wine Cellar. One of Sarasota's hippest locations to entertain, Michael's Wine Cellar can accommodate 125 guests for a cocktail party or up to 50 for an elegant sit-down dinner.
  • Area
    Sarasota
  • Cross Street
    Bahia Vista
  • Parking details
    We offer both Valet and Self-Parking. Valet Parking is located on East Ave.
  • Entertainment
    Enjoy live music nightly in the Michael's On East Piano Bar Lounge. Joe Micals, Tuesday - Saturday, beginning at 7 p.m.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 5,672 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Great for fine wines

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Contemporary American

Review summary

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Michael's On East consistently delivers "a 5 star experience," with exquisite food and "exemplary" service. Regulars rave about the innovative Epicurean menu, offering themed dining experiences. Highlights include "amazing food," "perfectly cooked" dishes, and an "extensive wine list." The ambiance is perfect for celebrations, making it a Sarasota favorite.
5,672 Reviews
  1. Charles

    VIP

    New York City

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had the monthly special. Food was great and the value outstanding.
    Michael's On EastResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Charles! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your monthly special and found great value in our food. It's wonderful to know that our team could contribute to your overall satisfaction. We look forward to serving you again soon. - The Management Team

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  2. Chuck

    Southwest Florida

    63 reviews

    5.0

    63 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful restaurant and service is impeccable. Food was very good but I prefer Ruth’s Chris with respect to steak and sides. Fish entrees were excellent.
    Michael's On EastResponded 1 day ago
    Hi Chuck, Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience at Michael's On East. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our ambiance and service. We take pride in providing excellent food, and we're glad to know that you found our fish entrees to your liking. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to serving you again soon. Best regards, The Management Team

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  3. Sandi

    VIP

    Hawaii

    31 reviews

    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband and I booked an early table in the bar. We ordered 2 different salads, the pasta, a filet and potato croquettes along with red wine. The food was fantastic! The steak was cooked perfectly and the salads were large without being overwhelming. The bread could have maybe been served a little earlier (my husband asked for it twice because he was hungry), but otherwise 5/5 on food and service. Great place for a special celebration or just when you want a great meal!
    Michael's On EastResponded 1 day ago
    Hello Sandi, Thank you for choosing Michael's On East for your special celebration! We're thrilled to hear that you and your husband enjoyed our salads, pasta, and croquettes. We always aim to provide a memorable dining experience and it's great to know we hit the mark with these dishes. We apologize for the delay in serving the bread and appreciate your patience. We look forward to serving you again soon! Best, The Management Team

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  4. Elizabeth

    VIP

    Tampa

    34 reviews

    5.0

    34 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    All four of us ordered off the French Epicurean menu. The food was delicious, and the service excellent.
    Michael's On EastResponded 1 day ago
    Hey Elizabeth, We're thrilled to hear that you and your friends enjoyed your meals at Michael's On East! It's wonderful to know that our French Epicurean menu hit the mark for you. We're also glad that the service met your expectations. We strive to provide excellent service and your feedback is a testament to our efforts. We can't wait to welcome you and your friends back soon! Best, The Management Team

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  5. Rob

    VIP

    Tampa

    13 reviews

    3.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 1
    Our food was fantastic! The steak was perfectly cooked and had such great flavor. We chose to sit at a high top in the bar area because of availability. Our server was wonderful, but she was spread too thin to really be attentive to our table. The volume level in the restaurant was INSANE! It felt like we were yelling the entire evening to communicate with each other and the server, even then there were times one of us yelled at the other and we just shook our head because we still couldn’t hear. Not sure we will return, but certainly NOT in the bar area.
    Michael's On EastResponded 1 day ago
    Hi Rob! We are so glad you enjoyed a fantastic meal with us and that your service was great. Let me know when you would like to join us again and I will make sure to get you a quiet and romantic table! Sincerely, Jessica

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  6. Mark

    Southwest Florida

    98 reviews

    4.0

    98 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent and friendly service by Kelly. Lovely atmosphere with live piano music. Beef tartare was spectacular. Extensive wine list. We both had the duck entree which was disappointing-duck leg confit was dry and the duck breast quite tough.
    Michael's On EastResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for the review, Mark! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the atmosphere, live piano music, and our beef tartare. We're sorry to hear that the duck entree didn't meet your expectations. Your feedback is important to us and we'll certainly take it into account as we continually strive to improve our menu offerings. We're glad to hear that you appreciated our extensive wine list. We hope to see you again soon for another round of our delicious duck entree!

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  7. BobM

    VIP

    Tampa

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    very enjoyable meals off the January epicurean menu
    Michael's On EastResponded 1 day ago
    Hi BobM, We're overjoyed to hear that you had an enjoyable meal off our January menu at Michael's On East! Your kind words and 5-star ratings truly mean a lot to us. We're proud of our diverse and exquisite menu, and we're glad you enjoyed it. We strive to provide excellent food and service to all our guests, and your feedback lets us know we're on the right track. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, The Management Team

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  8. Marianne

    Tampa

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I was very much looking forward to a truly French meal at Michael's on East in January 2025. The overall experience was excellent, but I was somewhat disappointed in the choices in all three courses. That the first main course choice was Scottish salmon was a surprise and the other 2 choices were not particularly "French" either. The dessert choices were delicious, but not particularly French - especially the Chocolate Marquise, which resembeled an American chocolatecake rather than one served in France. Overall, the service, food and pricepoint were outstanding, if not typically French.
    Michael's On EastResponded today
    Hello Marianne, Thank you for your valuable feedback. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the overall experience at Michael's On East. It's great to know that our service, food, and value met your expectations. We're sorry that our Scottish salmon and non-French main courses didn't hit the mark for you. We appreciate your feedback and will take it into consideration for future menu updates. We're glad to know that our desserts were to your liking. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best regards, Michael's On East Management Team

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  9. Eric

    Tampa

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Another fabulous dinner at Michael's on East. This is my wife's favorite place in the Sarasota area.
    Michael's On EastResponded 4 days ago
    Hello Eric, We're thrilled to hear that you and your wife consistently enjoy your dinners at Michael's On East! Your continued patronage means the world to us. We appreciate your high ratings for our food and service. We're always striving to provide an exceptional dining experience, and your feedback helps us do just that. We look forward to welcoming you back for another fabulous dinner soon. Best regards, The Management Team at Michael's On East

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  10. Bruce

    Tampa

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The sea base was wonderful. Prefect crust on the outside & tender overall. Lobster risotto was tasty. The France all inclusive chefs meal was not good. The soup was cold as was the veal entree. Very disappointing. They acknowledged our concern with a follow-up phone call.
    Michael's On EastResponded 1 day ago
    Hey Bruce, Thank you for your feedback. We're glad you enjoyed our lobster risotto and crusty exterior. We apologize for the underwhelming France all inclusive chefs meal. Your feedback is valuable and will be addressed with our team. We hope to serve you better in the future. Best, The Management Team

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Michael's On East offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 366-0007.

Michael's On East is rated 4.7 stars by 5672 OpenTable diners.

Michael's On East does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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2 people
19:00
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Booked 42 times today

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1212 East Avenue South, Sarasota, FL 34239

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Bahia Vista
  • Area
    Sarasota
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 17:00–21:00 Bar Tue–Thu 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00 Carry Out and Delivery Tue–Sat 17:00–20:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Steak, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    We offer both Valet and Self-Parking. Valet Parking is located on East Ave.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Jamil Pineda
  • Entertainment
    Enjoy live music nightly in the Michael's On East Piano Bar Lounge. Joe Micals, Tuesday - Saturday, beginning at 7 p.m.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (941) 366-0007
  • Catering
    Michael's has multiple other venues for your special events. Whatever the occasion, the staff of Michael's On East are in the business of creating memorable events. From dazzling galas for 1,000 or more, to an intimate candlelit dinner for two, we pride ourselves on providing Sarasota's finest cuisine and the best service on Florida's Gulf Coast!
  • Private party facilities
    For an unparalleled dining and wine tasting experience, your guests will never forget, experience Michael's Wine Cellar. One of Sarasota's hippest locations to entertain, Michael's Wine Cellar can accommodate 125 guests for a cocktail party or up to 50 for an elegant sit-down dinner.
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