Diners' Choice: Best Ambience restaurants in Sarasota / Bradenton

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Updated December 05, 2024

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Bruschetta Fine Italian Cuisine

4.9

4.9 (43)

$31 to $50

Italian

Gulf Gate Estates

About the restaurant

At Bruschetta Fine Italian Cuisine , our history is rooted in family and tradition. Our recipes have been passed down for generations, and we take great pride in using authentic ingredients and techniques to create the flavors of Italy. From our humble beginnings in a small kitchen in Rome to our bustling restaurant today, we've always stayed true to our roots.

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KimVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Our favorite Italian restaurant in Sarasota. The food is always delicious, especially the fresh pasta and bruschetta. And the service is friendly. We always feel welcome.

Sophie's at Saks Fifth Avenue- Sarasota

4.9

4.9 (736)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Sarasota

About the restaurant

Sophie's offers globally influenced yet decidedly American cuisine in a luxurious intimate setting featuring an outdoor terrace, open kitchen and private dining area. Sophie's dining experience captures the style and elegance of Saks Fifth Avenue, with a passionate focus on outstanding food and drink. Sophie's Chef Andrew Thompson changes his innovative menu seasonally using the best locally-sourced ingredients. The menu is complemented by a selection of craft cocktails and a thoughtfully curated wine list.

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Dee

Dined on Dec 17, 2024

Great experience for a luncheon with friends. Attentive service and good selection of food and wine.

Sage SRQ

4.7

4.7 (1734)

$31 to $50

Global, International

Sarasota

About the restaurant

Sage is Sarasota’s premier dining destination, providing inspirational cuisine and original craft cocktails in an unforgettable setting. Award-winning Chef Christopher Covelli and his team curate seasonal menus, highlighting flavorful culinary creations from around the world. As a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence recipient, Sage also offers an extensive wine list. Housed in the stunning historic Sarasota Times building, Sage's decor and attention to detail is mirrored in the food and service they provide. Sage's rooftop bar provides a serene setting for viewing some of Sarasota's spectacular sunsets.

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jeffreyVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Sage is probably the most beautiful restaurant in Sarasota or its environs, and the professionalism of the staff is the highest level we have seen in the area. Unlike most joints which stop serving by 9:00 PM, Sage serves dinner until 10:00 PM on weekdays and 11:00 PM on Friday and Saturday, with last reservation at 9:30. We walked there in 4 minutes from seeing the Ballet at the Sarasota Opera House, and I called ahead to say the performance was delayed (it was an actual world premiere). Bless them, they kept the kitchen open just for us, the last diners, and we had the best after-theatre experience since we've lived in Florida, like the old days when we lived on the Upper West Side and went to Lincoln Center.

La Violetta Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (1042)

$30 and under

Italian

Sarasota

About the restaurant

Intimate and designed to provide a rustic Italian experience. Buonissimo!

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SandraVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Always excellent food and service. We will be back, thank you!

Roessler's

4.9

4.9 (1854)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Sarasota

About the restaurant

WE CANNOT WAIT TO SEE YOU!
PLEASE NOTE WE CAN NOT ACCEPT RESERVATIONS FOR OUTSIDE DINING, PARTIES OVER 6, OR HOLIDAYS THROUGH OPEN TABLE. PLEASE CALL THE RESTAURANT IF YOUR TIME IS NOT AVAILABLE. THANK YOU!!! 941 966 5688

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DawnVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Great meal and cocktails. The French onion soup and chocolate mousse were incredible! Terrific service and ambience.

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Popular dish

Wiener Schnitzel Holstein

Popular dish

Steak Diane

Dry Dock Waterfront Grill

4.9

4.9 (9304)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Longboat Key

About the restaurant

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.

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AlexanderVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Fantastic food. Great service. The grouper is the best.

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Crow's Nest Restaurant, Tavern & Marina

4.8

4.8 (3805)

$30 and under

Seafood

Venice

About the restaurant

The Crow’s Nest Restaurant, Tavern and Marina has been serving the Venice, FL community since 1976. With the freshest seafood and most flavorful dishes, the Crow’s Nest strives to prides itself on providing 5-star experiences for their guests each and every time they visit.

The upstairs dining room provides a fine dining experience with a fantastic view of the water for lunch or dinner. The wood-paneled and cozy tavern downstairs serves for a more casual experience and is open all day.

You can also enjoy their full-service marina, offering overnight dockage, gas and diesel pumps, and all the supplies you need for a day or week on the water. You can also rent their paddleboat, one or two person kayaks, paddleboards, bicycles and more!
Whatever experience you choose, you’ll be sure to enjoy a 5-star experience! Stay up to date on their specials and promotions by joining their email list at CrowsNest-Venice.com!

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Kendra

Dined 3 days ago

We have eaten at Crow’s Nest many times for both lunch and dinner. We have never been disappointed!

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Popular dish

Grouper Key Largo

Popular dish

Walnut Crusted Salmon

Arts & Central

4.7

4.7 (363)

$30 and under

American

Sarasota

About the restaurant

In the heart of the Rosemary District, come discover a dining experience that’s at the crossroads where laid-back vibes meet gourmet delights.

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AliceVIP

Dined 3 days ago

6 foodies and we loved it all. Excellent service, lovely outdoor seating and delicious meals. I appreciated the option of a glass of Cabernet Franc.

Blue Marlin - Bradenton Beach

4.9

4.9 (2836)

$50 and over

Seafood

Bradenton

About the restaurant

All tables at The Blue Marlin will need to be booked ahead so we can comply with guidelines and accommodate our kitchen size. Reservations can be made online at www.bluemarlinami.com OR you can call (941) 896-9737 after 3pm.

Grace period - We have a 15 minute grace period. Please call us if you are running later than 15 minutes.

Table Times - Your table will be reserved for 1 hour 45 minutes for parties up to 3; 2 hours for parties up to 5; 2 hours 15 minutes for parties of 6+

Cancelation policy - We ask that you please call 24 hours prior to your reservation time if you need to cancel. This helps us tremendously!

We look forward to seeing you and serving you delicious food & cocktails!

Best Regards,
Blue Marlin Seafood Restaurant

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Gary

Dined on Sep 8, 2024

One of our favorite restaurants on Anna Maria Island. Had the pecan crusted grouper and shrimp & grits—both excellent. We ate here the first night on the island as they announced they are closing restaurants of Sep for remodeling.

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La Dolce Vita Authentic Italian Cuisine

4.9

4.9 (349)

$31 to $50

Italian

Sarasota

About the restaurant

We welcome our guests to an authentic Italian restaurant: here we offer traditional cuisine, with a modern take on northern and southern Italian recipes. Mauro, the chef, and his wife Tina, have an huge amount of experience behind them.

Mauro is from Naples, Tina was born in a little sicilian town near by Enna.
He began to learn everything about the southern cuisine by his experience in Naples since he was a child, from “Polipetti alla Luciana” to “Paccheri ai frutti di mare”. Furthermore he moved in Milan and he had the chance to learn the northern cuisine, from “Risotto ai funghi porcini” to “Polenta grigliata”, one of his favourite specialties!
From an ancient sicilian tradition, Tina learnt everything about the desserts by her grandmother and her mother, from “Millefoglie” to “Cannoli cake”.

We hope you enjoyed reading about us. but it would be great if you would have the chance to taste our fantastic dishes! It will be an amazing experience with no

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Margaret

Dined on Dec 18, 2024

As always, La Dolce Vita serves fresh, authentic and delicious Italian food. From the moment you walk through the door until the time you leave you will not be disappointed. Tina‘s limoncello is the best we have ever had.

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