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Dine on our open-air courtyard or inside - The Reserve by Chef Antonio, Sarasota, FL

The Reserve by Chef Antonio

4.9
4.9
252 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
21:30
Booked 9 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
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Join Chef Antonio at THE RESERVE by CHEF ANTONIO!
New and exciting menu offering sea and land delicacies, served in a cozy, intimate space nestled within the charming, historical former home of the Ringling family. Come and enjoy the vibrant fusion of American culinary tradition with the colorful flavors of Southern European cuisine.
Call now for reservations 941-362-4220.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, European, Home cooking
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 16:30–21:30 Sat, Sun 12:00–21:30
  • Phone number
    (941) 362-4220
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Antonio
  • Area
    Sarasota
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Beer, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 252 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Tampa / Central Florida West

    Romantic

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Romantic

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Reserve by Chef Antonio is a charming hidden gem in Sarasota, offering an "amazing dining experience" with "the best risotto in memory." Guests rave about the "phenomenal service" and authentic Italian dishes. Chef Antonio and his wife Elena provide a warm, welcoming atmosphere in a historic setting.

252 Reviews
  1. MerS

    VIP

    Tampa

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Have been a few times. The food is excellent, service is top notch!

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  2. Hannah

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was an incredible experience. My husband and I (in our 30's) went on our Friday night date night and made reservations for 7:00pm. They were so accommodating right away and we got an amazing table for two in a private corner. The drinks and food were Outstanding! It's Italian food but authentic Italian. The portions are large enough to fill both of us up. I had the Fish with veggies and polenta and my husband had the Ravioli. They brought us a complimentary raisin bread dessert thing as well as limoncello for us both. We also ordered another dessert, some custard pudding I think? It was so good whatever it was! Highly recommend. We will absolutely be returning. The ambiance was romantic and calm and quiet and very pleasing. Cheers!

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  3. Claire

    Tampa

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 19 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Charming small restaurant in the heart of very busy Sarasota. An historic old home of the Ringling family that has been converted into a lovely, intimate setting for a restaurant. The food was wonderful, pork osso buco, was one of the entrees, and diver scallops served over a creamy risotto. A drizzle of chimichurri was a nice touch. Both were excellent. Extensive wine list , great service. All in all a great experience.

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  4. Nathalie

    VIP

    Tampa

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is delicious The service is excellent my new favorite restaurant in Sarasota

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  5. Judy

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely place. Great service - very attentive and very friendly.

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  6. Robert

    VIP

    Treasure Coast

    40 reviews

    5.0

    40 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We hadn't been to The Reserve since Chef Antonio took over. We were pleased with everything. The service and food were well done and the noise level was such that we could hear friends. All the food was good and of ample size. Chef Antonio ever stopped by to check that everything was ok. We definitely will return.

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  7. Patton

    VIP

    Cincinnati

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on 9 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the top restaurants in Sarasota. Highly recommend to try many of their items

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  8. harvey

    VIP

    Tampa

    35 reviews

    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on 6 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From the wonderful amuse bouche, to the appetizer, main, and then dessert (amazing tiramisu), the dinner was fabulous. I want them to be busy, but not so much I can't get a reservation!

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  9. Joseph

    VIP

    Fort Lauderdale

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 3 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a Gem of a restaurant! Great food and wine! The chef brought out our food which was a nice touch. Highly recommend for night out to enjoy excellent food.

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  10. Brooke

    Tampa

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s a quiet and very lovely ambience. The service was excellent. We shared the calamari appetizer, which was fair. The bay scallops we had as an entree were good, but not outstanding. The tiramisu was the best part of the meal. Perhaps we just ordered the wrong items, but I wouldn’t spend the money to dine here again, despite the wonderful ambience and service.

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The Reserve by Chef Antonio is rated 4.9 stars by 252 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
21:30
Booked 9 times today
Google Map for The Reserve by Chef Antonio

1322 N Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236-2433

Additional information

  • Area
    Sarasota
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 16:30–21:30 Sat, Sun 12:00–21:30
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, European, Home cooking
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Antonio
  • Additional
    Beer, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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