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Pietro's Italian Restaurant
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.9(702)Italian Restaurant& wine bar in Sarasota. Where you are a stranger only once.
His philosophy served him well with his previous Sarasota businesses. Café Gabbiano located on Siesta Key was originated by the Migliaccio family in 2003 where is four sons grew in and out of the restaurant business.
A second venture in downtown Sarasota was opened and designed by Pietro in 2012 named Casantica, a small old house converted to a quaint homey restaurant. Both restaurants are now under new ownership.
Now, this small intimate place is where I can have fun serving and meeting new friends. Benvenuti.La Dolce Vita Authentic Italian Cuisine
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.9(385)For Valentine’s Day, we are offering a special prix-fixe menu at $95 per person. You can see the menu in the appropriate section.
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”.
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Marcel DW
Price: Moderate•Contemporary French / American•4.8(131)Marcel is Sarasota's newest and most popular dinner spot. It is an elevated European Bistro that specializes in unique dishes with a French influence. Our menu and portions are designed for guests to try a variety of items, and sharing is encouraged. Our standout dishes are the snapper ceviche, the Cacio e Pepe, Mortadella toast, sweetbread gratin and the Beef Bourgignon, which you must try!Sophie's at Saks Fifth Avenue- Sarasota
Price: Moderate•Contemporary American•4.9(747)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.
Crow's Nest Restaurant, Tavern & Marina
Price: Moderate•Seafood•4.8(3,896)The Crow’s Nest Restaurant, Tavern and Marina has been serving the Venice, FL community since 1976. With the freshest seafood and most flavorful dishes, the Crow’s Nest strives to prides itself on providing 5-star experiences for their guests each and every time they visit.
The upstairs dining room provides a fine dining experience with a fantastic view of the water for lunch or dinner. The wood-paneled and cozy tavern downstairs serves for a more casual experience and is open all day.
You can also enjoy their full-service marina, offering overnight dockage, gas and diesel pumps, and all the supplies you need for a day or week on the water. You can also rent their paddleboat, one or two person kayaks, paddleboards, bicycles and more!
Whatever experience you choose, you’ll be sure to enjoy a 5-star experience! Stay up to date on their specials and promotions by joining their email list at CrowsNest-Venice.com!Veronica Fish & Oyster
Price: Expensive•Oyster Bar•4.8(2,349)A modern oyster bar with a nod to classic supper clubs of past featuring flavors from across the globe
We save tables for walk ins as well as the bar, lounge and patio, if a reservation time is not available feel free to walk in and check out these areas
PLEASE NOTE*** for parties of 5 and over, we ask that you call in in order for us to better serve the group's needs.
OUTDOOR SEATING NON RESERVABLE ***Our outdoor seating is all first come first serve- we apologize for any inconvenience
The Park Grille
Price: Moderate•Contemporary American•4.8(287)Discover the crown jewel of the University Park Country Club, The Park Grille, where you can indulge in gourmet dining while enjoying stunning views of the 9th and 18th greens and a serene, shimmering lake. Celebrated by Sarasota Magazine as the "Best of the Best Restaurant with a View," The Park Grille's renowned Sunday Brunch Buffet has also been honored by Sarasota Magazine, the Sarasota Herald-Tribune, and SRQ Magazine readers.
Dining Options:
Lunch: Open to the public daily from 11:30 am to 2:30 pm. Please note that Mondays feature a lunch buffet only.
Sunday Brunch Buffet: Available every Sunday from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.
**Dinner service is exclusively for MEMBERS.**
Dress Code:
To ensure an elegant dining experience, proper attire is required. Blue denim, cut-offs, tank tops, and workout attire are not permitted in the dining room.Roessler's
Price: Expensive•Contemporary American•4.9(1,911)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
The Italian Grill
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.8(75)The New Italian Grill Restaurant serves traditional Italian favorites & wood-fired pizza pies in a casual, family-friendly atmosphereLa Norma Ristorante & Pizzeria
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.8(800)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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- HHowardNorthwest Florida •3 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoCharming restaurant in a residential setting. Limited menu that changes weekly (suggest looking at menu on line before making reservations. Food was excellent, creative. Service was perfect. Would highly recommend.More infoIndigenousPrice: Expensive• American• Sarasota•4.8
- DDinaVIPGreater Boston •5 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoOur bartender was awesome’ The service and food were exceptional!More infoMediterraneo Ristorante ItalianoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Sarasota•4.7
- SSteveTampa / Central Florida West •6 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoSimply amazing and the service was exceptional. Libby and Lexy did a phenomenal preparing everything for us. Everything was perfect from the service, the food, the dessert. We will definitely be back soon.More infoThe Melting Pot - SarasotaPrice: Expensive• Fondue• Sarasota•4.4
- KKarenVIPChicago / Illinois •10 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoLove our neighbor OP! We had an amazing dinner! Food was delicious, service was outstanding and Tyler is always on point to make sure we have fun! Thanks for a great night!More infoOcean Prime - SarasotaPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Sarasota•4.7
- SShannonVIPTampa / Central Florida West •29 reviews4.0Dined 4 days agoAlways consistent and phenomenal. Their pizza is the best in Florida. Highly recommendMore infoBavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-SarasotaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Sarasota•4.5
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Top Hispanic Owned and Operated Restaurants in the U.S.
September 15th to October 15th brings the celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month in the United States, a time that honors the cultures of people whose ancestors came from Central and South America, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Spain. A big part of the cultural heritage that many Latinx people share in this country is food. To honor National Hispanic Heritage Month, below find Hispanic-owned and -operated across the U.S.
Discover Bradenton
The west coast of Florida is a seafood lover's paradise, and Bradenton, located in Sarasota, has a great selection of seafood restaurants that range from casual beach bars to upscale dining. If you're in the mood for seafood, you’ll find that Gulf shrimp, catfish, and Mahi Mahi are popular menu staples. These fish can be prepared many ways but grilled, fried, and as fish cakes are three of the most popular. If you're not in the mood for seafood, there are several great steakhouses serving up everything from filet mignon to NY Strip steaks. While the seafood restaurants are predominantly American with a somewhat Southern influence, Bradenton also has Mexican, Japanese, Chinese, and Italian restaurants to choose from. These restaurants feature both traditional dishes and fusion-inspired options.
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Frequently asked questions
Healthy restaurants located in Sarasota / Bradenton include Seasons 52 - Sarasota, Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Sarasota, FL and Dry Dock Waterfront Grill
Restaurants with gluten-free options in Sarasota / Bradenton are Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Sarasota, FL, Ocean Prime - Sarasota and Michael's On East
Bottomless brunch in Sarasota / Bradenton is available at Columbia Restaurant - Sarasota, Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Sarasota, FL and PIER 22
The most romantic restaurant in Sarasota / Bradenton is Michael's On East
Restaurants in Sarasota / Bradenton with a great view include Dry Dock Waterfront Grill, Chart House Restaurant - Longboat Key and PIER 22