Best Casual Restaurants in Sarasota

37 restaurants available nearby

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1. 1592 Wood Fired Kitchen

4.7

Exceptional(1381)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Sarasota

Booked 34 times today

The modus operandi at 1592 is fire. The key feature – everything is cooked on wood fired grill. The menu is handcrafted and well executed. 1592 is a great spot to indulge in comforting and flavourful cuisine from around the world.

2. Indigenous

4.7

Exceptional(892)

Price: Expensive

• American • Sarasota

Booked 8 times today

Opened in 2011, Indigenous has earned a reputation for being an inspirational and educational restaurant. For years, Indigenous has been known as one of America’s top restaurants, renowned for its passion for food, the community, and the planet. Indigenous’ menu of seasonal American cuisine changes progressively throughout the year based on peak ingredient availability. With a focus on sustainable seafood, we work closely with local fisherman, artisans, and farmers to maintain the highest quality. At Indigenous, we are always working our best to create a better food system. Owner Chef Steve Phelps has been a James Beard Foundation Semi Finalist for Best Chef South in 2014 & 2015, an Ambassador for Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch Blue Ribbon Task Force, and a founding member and Chef for the EDF Coalition for Sustainable Aquaculture.

3. Boca - Sarasota

4.2

Awesome(1587)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Sarasota

Booked 87 times today

With a cozy vibe, food you crave, and heartfelt hospitality, Boca is your kind of place - an everyday upscale restaurant where you can be yourself and enjoy great fresh seasonal creations while we work thoughtfully to make even the most simple moments extraordinary. With a fresh and seasonal approach to the classics, Boca is the food you love handcrafted with the freshest ingredients into dishes you will crave. Like the food, our Market Fresh cocktails are thoughtful, luscious, and handcrafted featuring house-infused spirits and fresh ingredients. Join us for Weekend Brunch and Bottomless Mimosas, Lunch on the Avenue or Dinner with friends that feel like family.

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4. Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse - Sarasota

4.7

Exceptional(2774)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Sarasota

Booked 80 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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5. Duval's Fresh. Local. Seafood.

4.7

Exceptional(5493)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Sarasota

Booked 45 times today

We are an eclectic eatery with a passion for stunning seafood, superb service, fine wine, and creative cocktails.We are committed to serving only the freshest dishes to our guests. We receive fresh fish daily from our local suppliers and filet everything in house to ensure the best possible quality.Together with our unique menu, our focus on excellent service allows us to deliver a one-of-a-kind dining experience in downtown Sarasota. Every menu item is prepared to order to allow for customization and personalization of each dish and to ensure you are getting the freshest possible meal.Voted Sarasota's Best by Herald Tribune Readers:Best All-Around Restaurant (2019-2023)Best Seafood Restaurant (2016-2023)Best Sandwich for our renowned Po' Boy (2016-2022)Best Lunch (2020-2022)Thank you, Sarasota!For parties of 8 or more, a gratuity of 18% will be added to the check.

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6. Dry Dock Waterfront Grill

4.9

Exceptional(9317)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Longboat Key

Booked 189 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.

7. Marina Jack

4.5

Awesome(1511)

Price: Moderate

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Sarasota

Booked 53 times today

From patio self seating to fine dining upstairs, Marina Jack offers a variety of options for the best of watefront dining. The Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill features your way to dine al fresco in a family friendly environment while enjoying your favorite tropical beverage. The Patio menu features a variety of Appetizers, Salads, Soups and Sandwiches. The Deep Six Lounge & Piano Bar features your favorite casual setting. Located on the second floor of Marina Jack, The Dining Room has an award winning wine list and an exceptional menu featuring the finest steaks, seafood and pasta. Relax and enjoy your dining experience overlooking the inter-coastal waterway of Sarasota. No formal dress code is required. Come and let our professional staff make your experience exceptional! There is Live entertainment 7 days week in the evening, times vary.

8. Bevardi's Salute

4.4

Awesome(2198)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Sarasota

Booked 9 times today

__ TO GET MORE INFORMATION ABOUT OUR NEW YEAR`S EVE DINNER, PLEASE CALL US! ___Salute offers five distinct areas for dining: Al Fresco, a casual Bar, Lounge, Wine Room, and Main Dining Room.We also have a full Bar, Beer, Wine and Soft Drinks to accompany your meal. Additionally, Salute imports Olive Oil and Wine from its own vineyards in Tuscany; which adds to the depth and authenticity of your dining experience.The menu at Salute is varied and extensive, offering Bruschetta, Appetizers, Imported Italian Cheeses, Cured Meats, Salads, Pasta, and many other delicious entree choices.With our nightly specials everyone is sure to find something to suit their taste.While you are dining, don't forget to take a look at our menu of homemade desserts for something to finish out your experience.

9. Lila

4.8

Exceptional(1190)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Sarasota

Booked 20 times today

Lila (pronounced lee-lah) means creative play. Lila is a spontaneous, playful, organic, healthy, mostly vegetable restaurant which does serve sustainable meats.

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10. Columbia Restaurant - Sarasota

4.8

Exceptional(10537)

Price: Moderate

• Spanish • Sarasota

Booked 264 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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Lowell
Orlando / Central Florida East •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Really a great experience. This was our first visit since recently moving to the area. Food was excellent and the service was great from being seated to the end. Our server, Kate E was absolutely wonderful. She was caring, attentive, and had a fabulous customer-centric focus. Nice views on top of great food and service. 10 out of 10 for us.
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Dry Dock Waterfront GrillPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Longboat Key
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4.9
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Paulene
Southwest Florida •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The lamb shank in a mushroom wine sauce was fork tender & the moussaka was perfect! Sticky toffee pudding was a winner! Service by Alex was great!
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1592 Wood Fired KitchenPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Sarasota
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4.7
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Larry
Southwest Florida •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
The restaurant has a nice ambiance to it. The food & desert were very good. The staff is very attentive and made the whole experience so much more enjoyable.
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Boca - SarasotaPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Sarasota
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4.2
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BruceVIP
Tampa / Central Florida West •54 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Our table ordered ribeyes, sea bass, and a filet. They were all prepared exactly as ordered, and delicious! But it’s really the service that makes this place special. The staff are friendly, professional, and knowledgeable about their entire menu including wines. Sit at a booth and enjoy your evening!
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Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse - SarasotaPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Sarasota
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4.7
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RebeccaVIP
San Diego •41 reviews
5.0
Dined on 21 Dec 2024
I hadn’t been here for a few years and was happy to see that it’s just as good as it’s always been. Three of us enjoyed delicious meals. The Parmesan beignets were amazing! One in our group raved about the mushroom soup. Also – I always recommend getting their homemade ice cream for dessert.
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IndigenousPrice: Expensive• American• Sarasota
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4.7

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37 restaurants available nearby

1. 1592 Wood Fired Kitchen

2. Indigenous

3. Boca - Sarasota

4. Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse - Sarasota

5. Duval's Fresh. Local. Seafood.

6. Dry Dock Waterfront Grill

7. Marina Jack

8. Bevardi's Salute

9. Lila

10. Columbia Restaurant - Sarasota

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