Restaurants & Dining

The best the best places to eat in Sarasota, from waterfront seafood to neighborhood gems. in Sarasota, hand-picked by the Scoop.

Owen's Fish Camp

Owen's Fish Camp

Southern seafood in downtown's Burns Court with oyster bar

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Riviera French Café

Riviera French Café

French café in University Town Center's food court

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Mediterraneo

Mediterraneo

Main Street pioneer bringing authentic contemporary Italian cuisine

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Duck Donuts

Duck Donuts

Warm, made-to-order donuts with endless coating options

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Mouthole

Mouthole

Creative dining concept with reservations on Mall Drive

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Seasons 52 Wine Bar & Grill

Seasons 52 Wine Bar & Grill

Seasonal American dining with wine bar in upscale setting

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Mi Bodeguita One

Mi Bodeguita One

Authentic Cuban cuisine with the best sandwich in town

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Yoder's of Pinecraft

Yoder's of Pinecraft

Authentic Amish dining in Pinecraft's cultural heart

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Demetros Pizzeria

Demetros Pizzeria

Traditional Italian pizzas on South Tamiami Trail

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Turmeric Indian Bar and Grill

Turmeric Indian Bar and Grill

Modern Indian dining with creative twists on classics

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Indigenous

Indigenous

Innovative cuisine on South Links Avenue

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Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse

Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse

High-end steakhouse sophistication on South Lemon

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Toastique

Toastique

Healthy fast-casual dining with gourmet toasts and bowls

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Walt’s Fish Market Restaurant

Walt’s Fish Market Restaurant

Century-old fishing family serving fresh local catches

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Patricks 1481

Patricks 1481

Classic American fare with global flavors in downtown's heart

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Dry Dock Waterfront Grill

Dry Dock Waterfront Grill

Longboat Key waterfront dining with Gulf atmosphere

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The Original Egg

The Original Egg

Breakfast specialists serving genuine cooking since the beginning

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Paradise Grill

Paradise Grill

Farm-to-table tiki bar with live music in Nokomis

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HOT SANDS TIKI BAR & GRILL

HOT SANDS TIKI BAR & GRILL

Tiki bar atmosphere with grilled favorites

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Fin & Tonic

Fin & Tonic

Ocean delights meet premium cuts of meat

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Dockside Waterfront Grill

Dockside Waterfront Grill

Waterfront dining on Venice's North Tamiami Trail

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The Breakfast Company

The Breakfast Company

Family-owned breakfast spot featuring scratch-baked specialties

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Fresh Catch Fish Market & Grill

Fresh Catch Fish Market & Grill

Family-owned fresh fish market and restaurant combo

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Isan Thai Restaurant

Isan Thai Restaurant

Northeast Thailand cuisine with never-msg freshness guarantee

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Michael’s On East Restaurant

Michael’s On East Restaurant

Fine dining institution with catering and multiple venue options

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Siesta Key Oyster Bar

Siesta Key Oyster Bar

Classic beachside hangout where locals gather for oysters

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The Lucky Pelican Bistro

The Lucky Pelican Bistro

Bistro dining in a lakeside Sarasota setting

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FORKED

FORKED

Breakfast, lunch, and cocktails at Lakewood Ranch

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Sun Garden Cafe

Sun Garden Cafe

Award-winning breakfast in Siesta Key Village's garden setting

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Tide Tables

Tide Tables

Waterfront seafood in the heart of Cortez

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Percocco's Pizza & Pasta

Percocco's Pizza & Pasta

New Jersey-quality pizza and pasta in Sarasota

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