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1. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Sarasota, FL

4.7

Exceptional(5436)

Price: Moderate

• American • Sarasota

Booked 130 times today

Experience the perfect fusion of award-winning wines, Napa-style tasting rooms, and modern casual dining at Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants. Enjoy contemporary American cuisine influenced by international flavors from our scratch kitchen. Each dish is expertly paired with our selection of wines for the best food and wine match. Whether you explore the tasting room for a pre- or post-dinner adventure or join the world's largest wine club, we believe in the power of food and wine to create lasting connections. Dining reservations are highly recommended, but walk-in guests are always welcome on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gluten-free and vegetarian dishes are available.

2. KORE STEAKHOUSE

4.9

Exceptional(233)

Price: Expensive

• Korean • Lakewood Ranch

Booked 22 times today

Enjoy our unique tabletop grilling experience. We also offer a Chef's Tasting experience. With 20 years of experience cooking, our chef is excited to present their vision to you and all our guests. Our caring and committed staff will make sure you have a fantastic experience with us.

3. Big Top Brewery

4.6

Exceptional(72)

Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Fruitville, Florida

Booked 11 times today

When we started Big Top Brewing Company, there were no craft breweries in the Sarasota area and we set out to fix that. We wanted to compliment Sarasota’s historical associations with The Ringling Circus, performing arts, great architecture, the best art and design schools and world renown tourism. The best way we could do that was to craft beer that our home town can be proud of. We plan to continue the tradition of the arts and help Sarasota add beer town to its identity. Come step under our big top and see for yourself. Big Top Brewing Company artistically crafts world class beers, inspired by our passion, integrity, and the history of our home town.

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4. Pietro's Italian Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(645)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Sarasota

Booked 9 times today

Italian Restaurant& wine bar in Sarasota. Where you are a stranger only once.His philosophy served him well with his previous Sarasota businesses. Café Gabbiano located on Siesta Key was originated by the Migliaccio family in 2003 where is four sons grew in and out of the restaurant business.A second venture in downtown Sarasota was opened and designed by Pietro in 2012 named Casantica, a small old house converted to a quaint homey restaurant. Both restaurants are now under new ownership.Now, this small intimate place is where I can have fun serving and meeting new friends. Benvenuti.

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5. Wink Wink Food and Drink

4.5

Awesome(204)

Price: Expensive

• American • Sarasota

Booked 8 times today

Wink Wink Modern Lounge is a fun spot with a lively, eclectic vibe that's enjoyed by everyone from youngsters to oldsters. The creative food and drinks, and the fun and humorous vibe, make it an unforgettable culinary adventure. As one reviewer said, 'Wow! What a fun spot! Great menu, creative food and wonderful drinks.' The restaurant also boasts an outdoor patio, a curated collection of retro cocktails, and a laid-back, beachy Tiki revolution atmosphere.

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6. Rocco's Tacos - Sarasota

4.2

Awesome(432)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Lakewood Ranch

Booked 48 times today

Rocco's Tacos - Sarasota is all about bringing the best of Mexico's flavor and fun to life. With its vibrant, casual atmosphere, the restaurant serves a diverse menu of authentic Mexican food. From the fresh guacamole prepared table side to house made margaritas, there's something special waiting for you every day. Reviewers love the 'fun ambiance', 'great energy', and 'friendly service'. So whether you're grabbing a bite for lunch or indulging in the famous weekend Bottomless Brunch, you're sure to have a blast at Rocco's Tacos!

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7. Ocean Prime - Sarasota

4.8

Exceptional(26)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Sarasota

Booked 122 times today

Opening December 21, 2024, 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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8. Bar Italia Lakewood Ranch, Florida

4.6

Exceptional(412)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Fruitville, Florida

Booked 76 times today

Serving house-made sauces, the freshest pastas, and Italian specialties in a bar-centric, white tablecloth Italian Bistro inspired by your favorite NYC Italian restaurants. Our combination of old favorites and new flavors await your next visit. We look forward to sharing our love and passion for Italian food with you.The menu pays homage to the essence of the great Italian-American restaurants in New York City. Where delicious, exceptionally well-prepared food is served in settings that are simultaneously elegant, comfortable and unpretentious. Familiar dishes like Classic Chicken Parmesan, Bucatini Bolognese, and Spicy Vodka Rigatoni are elevated to a new level.

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9. B&B Chophouse and Market

4.5

Awesome(1452)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Sarasota

Booked 14 times today

Lakewood Ranch award winning Steakhouse and Bourbon Bar right next to the clock tower in San Marco Plaza. We have a fun, lively atmosphere in beautiful and unique setting. Locally owned and operated with exceptional quality at a great value. Featuring Jack's Creek Australian Wagyu winner of multiple "Best in the world" awards. Our signature aged Angus Beef steaks are high quality with excellent marbling at a great price, slow roasted prime rib in our bourbon brown sugar crust is served nightly. Our daily "Fresh Sheet" includes the freshest seafood locally sourced. If you enjoy bourbon, we again feature a multiple "Best in the world" winner 15 Stars along with over a hundred other varieties and feature mix and match bourbon flights Live music on the weekends. Outdoor seating under cover, heated and fanned with our new awning. Top it off with excellent service and hospitality!Experience B&B Chophouse we hope you love it here!

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10. Columbia Restaurant - Sarasota

4.8

Exceptional(10498)

Price: Moderate

• Spanish • Sarasota

Booked 190 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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Derinda VIP
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Wonderful food and experience! The service here is amazing!
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KORE STEAKHOUSEPrice: Expensive• Korean• Lakewood Ranch
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4.9
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Christine
Tampa / Central Florida West •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We dined at Coopers Hawk Winery & Restaurant for my birthday celebration. Our Waitress, Paula, was very helpful, since it was our first time at Coopers Hawk, with choosing our wine, dinner and surprised us with a delightful birthday truffle dessert. We had the steak medallion lunch and it was tender, cooked to our request and delicious. We will be back to Coopers Hawk.
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Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Sarasota, FLPrice: Moderate• American• Sarasota
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4.7
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Sarah
Greater Boston •23 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
This hidden gem, inside The Modern hotel, is literally the best food we’ve had in Sarasota over the past year of dining out. Cocktails are great, staff is attentive and accommodating, and make very helpful recs when asked. Sit on patio. Don’t forget to order the Brussel sprouts. Lots of options for vegan/gf as well as a fantastic burger for meat lovers. Free parking. Walkable to Fogertyville. We love this place!
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Wink Wink Food and DrinkPrice: Expensive• American• Sarasota
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4.5
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NancyVIP
Pittsburgh / Western PA •165 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
The food at Pietro's is always so delicious that we keep returning time after time and year after year. The daily specials offer an interesting variety of options...LOVE all of the pasta dishes! Wine selection is terrific and the staff are always willing to give recommendations . The new location is a bit small, but very cozy. The owners, Pietro and Susan, are wonderful humans. Kudos to all of the staff: EVO, Wendy, Johanna, and Alejandro! A must go to in Sarasota!
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Pietro's Italian RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Italian• Sarasota
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4.9
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OpenTable DinerVIP
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined on 30 Nov 2024
Great energetic atmosphere. There were lots of families with small children, as well as all other age groups. Outdoor seating had colorful seating tables, a large rectangular fire pit with plenty of seating around it. Long outdoor bar with TV's. The food is scratch made and delicious.
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Big Top BreweryPrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Fruitville, Florida
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4.6

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68 restaurants available nearby

1. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Sarasota, FL

2. KORE STEAKHOUSE

3. Big Top Brewery

4. Pietro's Italian Restaurant

5. Wink Wink Food and Drink

6. Rocco's Tacos - Sarasota

7. Ocean Prime - Sarasota

8. Bar Italia Lakewood Ranch, Florida

9. B&B Chophouse and Market

10. Columbia Restaurant - Sarasota

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