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Top places to eat in Sarasota, Florida!
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items Local to Sarasota, I get to taste some of the best seafood that the Gulf has to offer! In this list I recommend places all around Sarasota & the barrier keys from fancy dinners at Jack Dusty to laid back Florida vibes at Walt’s Fish Market. I wil...
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I love Shore Restaurant on Longboat Key for its water views and relaxed coastal ambiance. The setting is perfect whether you’re there for a laid-back lunch or a sunset dinner, and the atmosphere really captures that classic Longboat Key charm. It get...
Shore Longboat Key
Debatably best sea food in Sarasota!! Get there early! Run!! Overall: 4.8/5 Price: 4.5/5 Food: 5/5
Owen's Fish Camp
I ate here for a friend’s birthday. Service was exceptional and the history behind the name of this establishment impressed me
Jack Dusty at the Ritz Carlton Sarasota
Boasts some of the best sunsets for dinner along the Venice pier. Nice ambiance, and sunset cocktails. Just be ready to spend a little more for the full experience! Sharky’s just below is great as well for a lower bill.
Overall: 4/5
Price: 3.5/5
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Fins at Sharky's | Venice, FL
Excellent panoramic views of Lido Beach & the Gulf of America! Sunset views are unbeatable from this restaurant. Food & service have been hit & miss here for me.. but for the view & ambiance, it made my list.
Overall: 4/5 (just for th...
Drift Kitchen & Bar Sarasota | Lido Beach Resort Dining
Fantastic food with great views! More on the pricey side.. I’d save this one for date night! It won’t let you down.
Overall: 4/5
Price: 3/5
Food: 5/5
The Marina Jack Dining Room, Seafood Restaurant, Florida
I’ve been here a few times now & enjoy it more & more every time. Great water views & food. Great drink selection. They even customized menus for my fiancé & I on our anniversary! Nice touch, charthouse.
Overall: 4.5/5
Price: 4.5/5
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Chart House
This place makes their pasta entirely fresh. It’s in Saint Armands one of my favorite places in Sarasota. Great ambiance great food
Speaks Clam Bar at St. Armand’s, Sarasota
Lunch
Arguably one of my favorite restaurants in Sarasota. This is a family business and the owner actually goes out fishing for your dinner. Definitely check it out
Overall: 3.8/5i in
Price: 3.5/5
Food: 4/5
Walt's Fish Market Restaurant
One of my personal favorites after shark tooth hunting, fishing or just soaking up sun all day on Venice beach! Their frozen cocktails are great & have an iconic beach vibe.
Overall: 3.8/5
Price: 4/5
Food: 3.5/5
Sharky's on the Pier
Nice coastal spot on Siesta Key for a lunch! Prices are low for being on siesta & has a good vibe.
Overall: 4/5
Price: 4.5/5
Food: 3.5/5
The Old Salty Dog Siesta Key
Rico’s is a great spot for some pasta & pizza! Great family atmosphere & reasonable prices. Their Alfredo is fantastic! Located off Bay rd & Tamiami.
Rico's Pizzeria
An iconic symbol of siesta key super laidback and good sea food. Beach attire Overall: 3.8/5Price: 4/5Food: 3.5/5
Captain Curt's Crab & Oyster Bar
Laidback and fun chill atmosphere I always get the blacked grouper from here! Great views!
Turtles Restaurant
Authentic food right in the middle of st. Armens you have to order the red fish from here
Columbia Restaurant at St. Armands Circle, Sarasota
Quick but wise
Great spot if you’re in a rush! I love their steak & sweet potatoes!
Overall: 4.5/5
Price: 3.8/5
Food: 5/5
Fresh Kitchen
My fiancé raves about this place make your own bowl and make sure to ask for a pita on the side! She gets the garlic sauce
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