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Marina Jack, Sarasota, FL

Marina Jack

4.5
4.5
1500 Reviews
$30 and under
Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 10 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for fine wines
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.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (941) 365-4232
  • Website
    https://www.marinajacks.com/water-front-dining/the-marina-jack-dining-room.html
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Lino
  • Catering
    Call 941-365-4232 EXT 86113
  • Private party facilities
    Call 941-365-4232
  • Location
    2 Marina Plz, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Area
    Sarasota
  • Cross Street
    Bayfront Drive
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 1,500 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Marina Jack offers "stunning" waterfront views and "excellent" service, making it a "premier dining experience" on Sarasota Bay. Guests rave about the seafood and variety of menu options, though some find it "pricey." The atmosphere is "relaxed," perfect for special occasions or a memorable night out.

1,500 Reviews

  1. Warren

    Tampa

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent but very expensive. Beautiful view of the sunset water and boats.

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  2. David

    VIP

    Indiana

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 10 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and and service was outstanding. The mixed seafood grill which consisted of oysters, shrimp, scallops and a lobster tail was absolutely amazing. We will be back.

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  3. gina

    VIP

    New York City

    58 reviews

    4.0

    58 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Despite a number of large holiday parties around us, we had a lovely table and were able to have quiet conversation. The food was delicious and very plentiful. I'd strongly suggest the grouper Oscar. Just delectable! The crab bisque was also very good. Service is attentive and gracious. Drinks were very good as well. A beautiful setting for a lovely evening. Not an inexpensive night bit will surely go again.

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  4. Rosemarie

    New York City

    15 reviews

    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on 6 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    We had a lovely lunch overlooking the marina. Although the majority of tables were not occupied, our waiter though polite, was not very attentive. He did not come to check on us once we were served. When I asked for mustard instead of the ketchup that was served with the meal, the whole bottle of mustard was set down - quite crude. Our water glasses were never refilled. For the cost of our lunch, I expected better, more polished service. Perhaps a “customer service refresher” course could be offered to the wait staff.

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  5. Greg

    New York City

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 6 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great dining experience. Food was excellent and our server (Sandra) was amazing. We will definitely return.

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  6. Christie

    Atlanta Metro

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 3 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was wonderful; would not change a thing!

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  7. Linda

    VIP

    Tampa

    15 reviews

    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on 29 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We love eating at Marina Jack, so it was an easy choice to book this restaurant for Thanksgiving. We booked a reservation for 7:15 pm, and were seated promptly at a table near the window. So far, so good. We went to the buffet to have our appetizers. There was a lovely display of salad items, and we couldn't pass up the cooked shrimp with cocktail sauce and raw oysters! When we went back for dinner, we were very disappointed. They had run out of dark turkey meat, and cranberry sauce! Who runs out of cranberry sauce? We each were served 1 slice of white meat turkey (which was very moist and tasty), and some of us had the prime rib which was only fair in terms of taste (not sure if it was the cut of meat). Then for dessert, there was no traditional pie (ie: pumpkin or pecan), only a square of chocolate cake (very tasty) and some white cake. The waitress apologized about running out of food and dessert, and she brought us a piece of key lime pie and a piece of cheesecake which was very nice of her. We had invited friends to join us because, in the past, we had had Thanksgiving dinner at Marina Jack, but not when it was a buffet and it was excellent. We were a bit embarrassed bringing them there, especially with a $75 price tag, plus a tagged on gratuity charge. We will probably not have Thanksgiving there again, but will go there for regular dinners.

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  8. Lori

    Nashville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was overall a fabulous dinner and service ! Food was great as well was our server !

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  9. FELIPPO

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Preparation of food was excellent as was service, ambiance, friendly.

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  10. william

    Tampa

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 28 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Thanksgiving buffet was outstanding. Great turkey, outstanding prime rib and sole. Super service. Worth it.

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Marina Jack is rated 4.5 stars by 1500 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 10 times today
Google Map for Marina Jack

2 Marina Plz, Sarasota, FL 34236

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Bayfront Drive
  • Area
    Sarasota
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, American
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Lino
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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