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Best Restaurants that are Worth The Drive in Lakewood Ranch

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1. Mademoiselle Paris
4.7
Exceptional(238)
Price: Expensive
• French • Sarasota
Booked 5 times today
Mademoiselle Paris is an authentic French restaurant and bakery located in University Parkway | Lakewood Ranch area. Mademoiselle Paris offers you a great selection of wine and beer, outdoor and indoor seating like many of the established bistros in France. The chef Arnaud Wallet is in charge of the cooking and prepare a large variety of traditional dishes : mussels and french fries, beef burgundy, foie gras, snails...etc... Enjoy the taste of authentic French Bistro Cuisine for breakfast and lunch and dinner. Dine outdoors on the patio or in our restaurant. Fresh baked breads and authentic french pastries are available seven days a week from our own bakery. For something different, bring the taste of France to your next event. We offer on-site catering for all types of functions throughout the greater University park area. Merci Myriam and Jean Dandonneau, owners
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2. Bar Italia Lakewood Ranch, Florida
4.6
Exceptional(427)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Fruitville, Florida
Booked 107 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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3. The Park Grille
4.7
Exceptional(248)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Sarasota
Booked 15 times today
University Park Country Club is worth the drive, as it's a gem of a contemporary American restaurant in the exclusive neighborhood of Naples. Customers love the 'wonderful buffet', 'great service', and 'excellent ambiance'. With 'first-rate servers' and 'food that is 'amazing', it's a place where you can enjoy a 'super experience'.
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4. Indigenous
4.7
Exceptional(892)
Price: Expensive
• American • Sarasota
Booked 19 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.
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5. Selva Grill Downtown Sarasota
4.9
Exceptional(5813)
Price: Expensive
• Latin / Spanish • Sarasota
Booked 47 times today
Selva offers innovative, intricately prepared dishes, plated and presented as works of art. Selva has earned raves from allover 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.”
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6. La Violetta Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1042)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Sarasota
Booked 18 times today
Intimate and designed to provide a rustic Italian experience. Buonissimo!
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7. Baker & Wife
4.8
Exceptional(2030)
Price: Expensive
• Global, International • Sarasota
Booked 36 times today
BAKER & WIFE is a comfortable, casual cafe committed to fresh, high-quality food and driven by our passion for handcrafted cuisine and cocktails. Inspiration is sourced globally, ingredients are sourced locally.This unique perspective on comfort food is the epitome of BAKER & WIFE:simple, delicious, and it just feels good.
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8. Fleming's Steakhouse - Sarasota
4.7
Exceptional(1877)
Price: Expensive
• Steak • Sarasota
Booked 42 times today
Your Sarasota Fleming’s is located on the corner of US 41 (Tamiami Trail) and Siesta Drive, just across the street from Westfield Southgate Shopping Center and minutes from downtown and the Ritz-Carlton and Hyatt Regency Hotels. Fleming's in Sarasota is an outstanding choice to enjoy an exceptional Prime steak, glass of wine or handcrafted cocktail. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion, hosting a business dinner or simply wanting to enjoy a night out – we will create a safe and memorable evening in our Dining Room or Outdoor Patio. With premium Prime steak options on our Dinner Menu as well as best-in-class seafood and innovative plant-based options, we have something to offer everyone you are dining with.
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9. Blu Kouzina
4.8
Exceptional(1292)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Sarasota
Booked 30 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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10. element: steak. seafood. pasta.
4.5
Awesome(1965)
Price: Expensive
• Steak • Sarasota
Booked 25 times today
We encapsulate the best and most unique elements of world class dining. We feature pasture raised, hand-cut steaks grilled or seared to perfection, delicate, local seafood, house made pasta dishes with elegant hand crafted sauces and more.

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  • Amanda
    Tampa / Central Florida West •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Always a wonderful experience. The views of the Bay are exceptional. They do a wonderful job of being mindful to my allergy. Food is delight to the taste buds. The brussel sprouts are delectable and one of my favorite menu items. Highly recommend.
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    Casa CamiPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Mexican• Tampa
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    4.6
  • Linda
    Southwest Florida •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We frequent Michelin Star rated restaurants wherever we travel. The Perfect Caper is absolutely serving on this caliber. Upon entering you are greeted by a gracious host who immediately found us a spot at the niche bar, which was quite busy. The bar has lively attendants who serve great house stuffed olive martinis. From there our host escorts us to our cozy table for two where we enjoyed a Christmas Eve designed menu. Lobster/Palm heart salad, crispy fried shrimp over avocado and delightful healthy portion of a lemon drizzle and finally our perfectly seared scallop topped with crab and an artful creation of candied lemon, a lovely surprise taste; all over black rice and baby bok choy. The meal ends with a Carmel butter tort that we will long remember as the “best dessert we’ve ever had.” Special mention to Mary Jane, our server who delivered our courses with a flair worthy of a starring evening!
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    The Perfect CaperPrice: Moderate• Contemporary French / American• Punta Gorda
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    4.9
  • TracieVIP
    Washington, D.C. Area •11 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We love this place !! But we would like to see more variety with the entrees - however, we have favorites, so will keep coming back. Ambience is a little lacking - clean but a lot of room for improvement - Service is always excellent - the best anywhere and the food and cocktails are prepared with care and attention to details ! Great wine list as well ;)
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    Baker & WifePrice: Expensive• Global, International• Sarasota
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    4.8
  • Michael
    Tampa / Central Florida West •15 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Four of us dined and everyone really liked what they ordered. The arancini is awesome! Two of us had veal marcella, one person had Italian wedding soup, and one person had bolognese. Service was top notch as well. We can’t wait to go back!
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    Bar Italia Lakewood Ranch, FloridaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Fruitville, Florida
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    4.6
  • Lowe
    Southwest Florida •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    This was our first trip to Rome + Fig. Our server was exceptional and the food was great.
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    Rome + FigPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Tampa
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    4.5

Discover best worth the drive restaurants in Lakewood Ranch

Discover exceptional dining options that are truly "worth the drive" in the vibrant areas of Lakewood Ranch, Tampa / Central Florida West, and Sarasota / Bradenton. Each restaurant in this curated selection offers unique culinary experiences that stand out in the local dining scene. Whether you're craving innovative presentations, top-quality steak, or authentic Mexican flavors, these eateries promise memorable meals complemented by professional service and inviting atmospheres. The dining scene here is diverse, reflecting a blend of sophisticated and casual dining that caters to a variety of tastes and occasions. Reviewers consistently praise these locations for their exceptional food quality, creativity, and the overall dining experience, making each visit a worthwhile journey. Ideal for both special occasions and casual outings, these restaurants ensure every meal is not just eaten, but savored. If you're looking for a dining experience that justifies a little extra travel time, these spots in Lakewood Ranch, Tampa, and Sarasota / Bradenton are sure to impress.

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