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1. Blu Kouzina

4.7

Exceptional(1404)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Sarasota

Booked 20 times today

**Cash Discount Notice**Save 3.5% on your bill by paying withcash.A 3.5% Convenience fee will beadded to all sales. As an incentivefor our customers we now offer animmediate discount to customerswho pay with CASH based on ourposted discount schedule.Blu Kouzina is bringing its signature, wholesome Greek cooking to the Sunshine State after gracing for the past five years Singapore’s culinary scene. The acclaimed restaurant, born out of the founders’ passion for the food of their native Greece and their love of sharing a hearty, family meal with friends, has set up a second home in Sarasota.Fresh and quality ingredients, mostly grown organically, and sourced from well established, local producers are used in dishes that are both traditional and creatively contemporary. What remains uniquely Greek and genuine are the flavors and the scents of extra virgin olive oil, fresh fish or succulent lamb that will take you on a journey from a beach-side taverna to a rural mezze shop.

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2. Columbia Restaurant - Sarasota

4.7

Exceptional(11205)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Spanish • Sarasota

Booked 153 times today

Family-owned and operated for more than 116 years, Columbia has earned acclaim for its old-world charm and award-winning Spanish/Cuban cuisine. Casual attire is fine, but we don’t allow sleeveless shirts on men in the dining room.Join us for century-old family recipes like Paella "a la Valenciana," Roast Pork "a la Cubana,"and fresh seafood specialties. Don’t miss Columbia’s Original “1905” Salad®, prepared with our delicious, freshly-made dressing, a 100-year-old family recipe of fresh garlic, oregano, wine vinegar and Spanish extra virgin olive oil. Be sure to sample a fine Spanish wine like Montecillo or Campillo. Relax outdoors on our patio, or inside our Mediterranean-style dining rooms filled with hand-painted tiles and family heirlooms. We are a sister to the Columbia in Tampa's Ybor City, founded in 1905. Children's menu available. Open 365 days a year, including all holidays.

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3. Ocean Prime - Sarasota

4.8

Exceptional(883)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Sarasota

Booked 87 times today

Ocean Prime is a nationally acclaimed, dynamic seafood & steakhouse from the award-winning Cameron Mitchell Restaurants located in the The Quay Sarasota. Ocean Prime delivers an elevated experience with exceptional ambiance, a chef-curated menu, signature handcrafted cocktails, Wine Spectator honored wine list and genuine hospitality. Reservations are recommended. Ocean Prime strives to provide an elegant, fine dining atmosphere. Our associates’ priority is to ensure your experience is memorable. We ask that our guests choose attire that is both polished and suited to our restaurant. THANK YOU FOR NOT WEARING: Clothing emitting excessive marijuana odor, excessively revealing clothing or exposed undergarments, or clothing with offensive language or graphics. Admittance to Ocean Prime is at the discretion of management who reserves the right to refuse service to patrons who are inappropriately dressed.

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4. Dry Dock Waterfront Grill

4.8

Exceptional(9928)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Longboat Key

Booked 119 times today

The Dry Dock Waterfront Grill is a “polished casual” restaurant over looking Sarasota Bay. We are located at the south end of Longboat Key behind the gas station. We are north of St. Armand’s Circle, and minutes from downtown Sarasota. Best known for Local Fresh Grouper and Red Snapper. Enjoy the second story dining area with a panaramic view of the bay, or enjoy dining outdoors on our dockside patio.

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5. Chart House Restaurant - Longboat Key

4.4

Awesome(7028)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Longboat Key

Booked 50 times today

Chart House is a fine dining restaurant serving seafood & steak and famous for their spectacular views. For more than 50 years, Chart House has redefined the ideal dining experience. With 27 waterfront and showcase locations ranging from the historic to the unforgettable, Chart House restaurants specialize in dazzling views, unique cuisine and exceptional service. From fresh fish specialties to slow-roasted prime rib, the renowned chefs of Chart House have tailored a menu that adds a unique touch to local flavors. And the Chart House happy hour is a guest favorite, where guest favor our signature cocktails and delicious bites you are sure to enjoy. Our original Hot Chocolate Lava Cake is the perfect end to a memorable dining experience at Chart House. Chart House offers the ideal setting for your next event. We would be happy to assist you with all the details of your special occasion.

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6. Libby's - Sarasota

4.6

Exceptional(4179)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Sarasota

Booked 32 times today

Open in Sarasota since May of 2019, the Libby's space is open, modern & minimalist. Delicious menu items, sophisticated wine and daily specials are at the core of all that we do! Cozy bar area, weekday happy hour specials, and a private dining room are some of the unique features at our Sarasota location.

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7. The Café on St.Armands

4.5

Awesome(101)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Sarasota

Booked 12 times today

Café on St. Armands, Mediterranean Soul in the Heart of Sarasota. Inspired by our founders' vision of bringing a taste of Europe to Sarasota's shores, our menu now showcases a rich Mediterranean influence, seamlessly woven through every dish and drink. Small plates and shareable bites, with bold Southern European and Middle Eastern flavors, are served in a hip space where all are welcome. Whether you’re grabbing coffee and pastries at our new gourmet coffee bar...catching up over cocktails at The Wet Bar...or enjoying a relaxed, vibrant meal with friends...Café is the perfect atmosphere for celebrating every moment. With versatile spaces for gathering, carry-out premium liquors and wines, bespoke picnic baskets, and more, Café on St. Armands is more than a restaurant. It’s Sarasota’s newest destination for good vibes and delicious meals. Oysters Rock Hospitality proudly serves Five Star Fun hospitality at our seven Sarasota-Bradenton area restaurants.

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8. Connors Steak & Seafood - Sarasota

4.7

Exceptional(9051)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Siesta Key

Booked 107 times today

Connors Steak & Seafood specializes in fresh seafood and premium aged steaks, as well as gourmet salads, pastas and more! Enjoy a memorable evening with friends and family in our well-appointed dining rooms, or stop by for the lunch you and your associates deserve. Our friendly service and flavorful fare will keep you coming back for more.

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9. The Rosemary & Thyme

4.8

Exceptional(4792)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Sarasota

Booked 25 times today

Welcome to Rosemary & Thyme! Downtown Sarasota American Bistro serving traditional and contemporary dishes with an emphasis on healthy options. Savor made-from-scratch selections for breakfast, lunch and dinner prepared with fresh ingredients from regional farms.

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10. Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse - Sarasota

4.7

Exceptional(3053)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Sarasota

Booked 64 times today

Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse is an award-winning prime steakhouse specializing in aged USDA prime steaks. Located in the heart of Sarasota’s pedestrian friendly downtown, Hyde Park is just minutes from Siesta Key, Longboat Key, and St. Armand’s Circle and 5 minutes from the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall and the Beatrice Friedman Symphony Center. The restaurant offers a chef-inspired menu featuring variations of its legendary aged prime steaks, daily chef’s fresh fish features and great seafood. Award-winning menus, the extensive wine list and impeccable service are why Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse is Sarasota’s favorite fine dining restaurant and top pick for intimate dinners, special occasions, family gatherings, business dinners, corporate events and small receptions. Private dining rooms available. Complimentary valet parking (with validation).

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Dan
Las Vegas •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Fabulous food and ambience is unparalleled. Wonderful service as well!!
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Ocean Prime - SarasotaPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Sarasota
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4.8
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Stacey
Indiana •1 review
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Sat at the bar, had to ask the bartender for menus, napkins etc. Had to ask him to clear our plates. Dined off the Savor Sarasota menu, fixed price for three courses. Good value and lots of food! Drinks were so, so.
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The Café on St.ArmandsPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Sarasota
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4.5
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Ruth
Tampa / Central Florida West •5 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
Good was very good. Savor Sarasota however was not included - I asked & was told it was the regular menu -so I’m not sure why they said they were participating as we paid full price as per menu .
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Dry Dock Waterfront GrillPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Longboat Key
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4.8
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Dylan
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Amazing food and amazing service!! 10/10 couldn’t ask for a better experiance
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Columbia Restaurant - SarasotaPrice: Moderate• Spanish• Sarasota
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4.7
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ViviVIP
Tampa / Central Florida West •18 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
We sat outside so the noise level was higher! Great clean Greek food!
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Blu KouzinaPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Sarasota
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4.7

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