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The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota, Sarasota, FL

The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota

4.3
4.3
13 Reviews
$50 and over
American

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2 people
19:00
Experiences are available.
  • Great for brunch
  • Fancy
  • Good for special occasions
The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota is the ultimate destination for celebrating life’s most memorable moments.
We are delighted to offer an extensive program of seasonal experiences throughout the year.

Indulge in our immersive events, savor gourmet cuisine crafted by renowned chefs, and enjoy personalized service that ensures every detail is flawlessly executed. Our beautiful surroundings, from lush gardens to breathtaking views, create an atmosphere of enchantment and joy.

At The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota, each celebration becomes a lifelong memory, as we are dedicated to making every event truly extraordinary. Join us and experience the magic of a place where special moments are made.

Additional information

Experiences

  • Gingerbread House or Dreidel Decorating

    US$99.00 per person

    14 Dec 2024 - 21 Dec 2024
    After donning chef’s hats and aprons, decorate a festive gingerbread house or gingerbread dreidel guided by The Ritz-Carlton’s pastry team. Light refreshments will be served. $99++ per party of 4, includes one gingerbread house or dreidel. Additional guests up to 6 guests per party, will be subject to a $25++ cover charge. All bookings require a credit card authorization in order to confirm the reservation. Our Holiday Events Reservation Team will contact you. - Cancellations are available through the OpenTable platform and can be made up to 72 hours in advance, outside of this time frame will result in a 50% charge per cover. - Reservations not canceled or amended by the day of reservation will be responsible for 100% charge per cover.
    Gingerbread House or Dreidel Decorating photo
  • Holiday Grand Ballroom Brunch

    US$60.00 - US$170.00 per person

    25 Dec 2024 only
    ‘Tis the season to indulge in an exquisite brunch in The Ritz-Carlton Grand Ballroom featuring Christmas and Hanukkah delicacies. All bookings require a credit card authorization in order to confirm the reservation. Our Holiday Events Reservation Team will contact you for detailed information. - Cancellation Policy: Cancellations are available through the OpenTable platform. Cancellations can be made up to 72 hours in advance, outside of this time frame will result in a 50% charge per cover. - No Show Policy: Reservations not canceled or amended by the day of reservation will be responsible for 100% charge per cover.
    Holiday Grand Ballroom Brunch photo

What 13 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 3.7Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Great for brunch

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota offers an "outstanding experience" with its extensive and elegant buffet, perfect for family gatherings. Guests rave about the "best Thanksgiving buffets" and friendly service. While a few noted some service hiccups and noise levels, the overall ambiance and quality make it a cherished dining destination.

13 Reviews
  1. Natacha

    VIP

    Tampa

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this event! My family has done this two years in a row.

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  2. Maryann

    VIP

    Tampa

    25 reviews

    2.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Food was not good this year. For a Ritz experience the food was basic and didn’t live up to expectations. The event should probably be moved inside next year as it was freezing and many of the heat lamps were not working or on by 10am. The craft and cookies were enjoyed by our kids but my coffee and food was disappointing. Santa looked amazing but we won’t return next year.

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  3. Marilyn

    VIP

    San Francisco

    37 reviews

    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful breakfast with Santa. Food and service were delicious! Loved it! Santa and Mrs. Claus were great…

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  4. doug

    VIP

    Tampa

    37 reviews

    2.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on 28 November 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Overall the experience was not as anticipated. Price exceeded the value, service lacking and our table not ready despite reservations. When they seated our group of 4 there were only 2 chairs and table settings.

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  5. Alexa

    VIP

    Tampa

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 28 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best Thanksgiving buffet in Florida. I’ve been to many. 10/10

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  6. Marilyn

    VIP

    Tampa

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 November 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Don’t book at 3:00PM They did not tell us it was over at 4:00 and at $170 per person we did not have time to get prime rib before they closed They did give us 10% off but we felt rushed Not what you expect at Ritz

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  7. Helen

    Washington DC

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 November 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Very nice display unfortunately the food was not hot

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  8. david

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 28 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Buffett. The stock music was a little loud for our tastes but that’s about it. The only reason I gave the food 4 stars is we’ve been to The Breakers for Thanksgiving and it just wasn’t quite at that level but overall very good.

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  9. Frank

    VIP

    Tampa

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 28 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Truly an outstanding experience providing a fitting environment to share an elegant dining experience with family and friends! The buffet truly was amazing, extensive and offered culinary excellence.

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  10. TatyanaH

    VIP

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 28 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always incredible experience! We love Ritz in Sarasota. We have been celebrating Thanksgiving and Christmas there for over 10 years and love it !

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FAQs

The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota is rated 4.3 stars by 13 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
19:00
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota

1111 Ritz Carlton Dr, Sarasota, FL 34236-5594

Additional information

  • Area
    Sarasota
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Banquet, Non-Smoking
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