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Selva Grill Downtown Sarasota, Sarasota, FL

Selva Grill Downtown Sarasota

4.9
4.9
5803 Reviews
$31 to $50
Latin / Spanish

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2 people
19:00
Booked 51 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Great for fine wines
Selva offers innovative, intricately prepared dishes, plated and presented as works of art. Selva has earned raves from all
over the world, including from the New York Times, which write that Selva is “serving possibly the best food in Sarasota,”
and that “everything on the menu is worth trying.”

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Latin / Spanish, Peruvian
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–23:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–01:00
  • Phone number
    (941) 362-4427
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Ysacc Sanchez
  • Private party facilities
    On premises private parties
  • Area
    Sarasota
  • Cross Street
    Main St. & Palm Ave.
  • Parking details
    Public Parking Garage on Palm Ave
  • Entertainment
    see website for special events
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 5,803 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
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Best Overall

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Best Food

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Selva Grill Downtown Sarasota offers an exceptional dining experience with "amazing food and cocktails" and "outstanding service." Known for its creative Peruvian cuisine, this restaurant features house specialties like various ceviches and a diverse wine selection. Patrons frequently praise its "beautiful presentation" and "delicious flavors," making it a top choice in Sarasota.

5,803 Reviews
  1. Barbara

    VIP

    Tampa

    27 reviews

    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding food, outstanding service, and a perfect round table for 6! But the noise level was so high that we could not hear one another across the table and resorted to reading lips…

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  2. Elizabeth

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    66 reviews

    5.0

    66 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The new Winter 2024 Rack of Lamb special is amazing! I treated myself for my birthday and I'm so happy I did. The side dish of Lobster Mac & Cheese was not necessary in my opinion (but I'm not really a Mac & Cheese fan anyway). Next time I think I'll substitute some potatoes or green veggie. The lamb itself was prepared perfectly, the portion was huge - easy to share with 2 people although I ate the whole thing. The Selva cocktail old fashioned was perfect - not too sweet. My companion ate the bisque soup with crab meat. We had the famous chocolate pot dessert to cap off a perfect eventing. Selva never disappoints. My favorite restaurant in Sarasota.

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  3. LindaM

    VIP

    Washington DC

    36 reviews

    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Once again Selva was wonderful. The staff, from hostess to manager to server (Dennis) was wonderful. We were celebrating my birthday and the staff went above and beyond to make my evening special.

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  4. Julie

    Southwest Florida

    119 reviews

    5.0

    119 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always enjoy a fabulous meal and attentive service at Selva downtown!

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  5. Carol

    VIP

    San Francisco

    36 reviews

    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Selva Grill is always excellent. The fish was cooked perfectly, the Caesar salad delicious as always and the service top notch. It is not inexpensive but you can count on a great experience.

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  6. Jose

    VIP

    Orlando

    15 reviews

    3.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Disappointing Decline I used to love this place, but sadly, it’s gone downhill. The quality of the food has noticeably declined, with dishes that used to shine now feeling bland and uninspired. Service has also taken a hit—what was once attentive and welcoming now feels rushed and indifferent. Even the ambiance seems to have lost its charm, with little upkeep and a lack of energy. It’s disheartening to see such a sharp drop in standards. This was once a favorite spot, but I’m not sure I’ll be returning anytime soon.

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  7. john

    VIP

    Columbus

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really supurb food, presentation and service. A memorable meal.

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  8. Christine

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Very helpful regarding seating us! Fabulous food wonderful service! Will definitely dine there again!

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  9. Kim

    VIP

    Grand Rapids

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious! The attention to detail on the platings was creative and fun. Cocktails were fantastic! Our server and his timing was great! We will definitely return!

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  10. Marc

    VIP

    Toronto

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always consistent all around. When in Sarasota I dine here and highly recommend. Great value.

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Selva Grill Downtown Sarasota is rated 4.9 stars by 5803 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 51 times today
Google Map for Selva Grill Downtown Sarasota

1345 Main Street, Sarasota, FL 34236

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Main St. & Palm Ave.
  • Area
    Sarasota
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–23:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–01:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Latin / Spanish, Peruvian
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Parking Garage on Palm Ave
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Ysacc Sanchez
  • Entertainment
    see website for special events
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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