Best Seasonal Restaurants in Lake Sarasota

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

4.7

Exceptional(5519)

Price: Moderate

• American • Sarasota

Booked 184 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

4.8

Exceptional(239)

Price: Expensive

• Korean • Lakewood Ranch

Booked 34 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.

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3. Seasons 52 - Sarasota

4.8

Exceptional(5230)

Price: Expensive

• American • Sarasota

Booked 109 times today

Seasons 52 is a Fresh Grill and Wine Bar offering a seasonal menu that is naturally lighter and always flavorful. Our seasonal menus feature ingredients at their peak of freshness, oak-fire grilled or brick oven roasted (without a fryer in sight) to be naturally lighter and more flavorful. We also offer an extensive list of wines by the glass and bottle. Here, you'll always feel free to enjoy every bite, every sip, every moment. Lunch and dinner daily with happy hour Monday-Thursday from 3-6PM.

4. Sage SRQ

4.8

Exceptional(1752)

Price: Expensive

• Global, International • Sarasota

Booked 48 times today

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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5. Bar Italia Lakewood Ranch, Florida

4.6

Exceptional(468)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Fruitville, Florida

Booked 120 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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6. Ophelia's on the Bay

4.7

Exceptional(6290)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Siesta Key

Booked 37 times today

Ophelia's on the Bay is one of Sarasota’s premier fine dining waterfront restaurants. Enjoy beautiful vistas of Little Sarasota Bay, from the floor-to-ceiling windows that line the dining room. Or join us for al fresco dining on our open-air patio, as the dolphins and manatee swim by. Winner of many awards both locally and nationally, including an Excellence rating from Zagat as well as being listed as the number one restaurant in America in Power and Motoryacht Magazine for dock and dine. Ophelia's on the Bay has also been voted most romantic, best waterfront and best restaurant with a view by its loyal customers. The menu changes nightly using fresh and seasonal ingredients, fresh fish flown in from all over the world and specialty meats. There is certainly something for every palate! We feature an extensive wine list, specialty martinis, as well as a full bar. Family owned and operated for over 22 years, we have an experienced staff that prides itself on exemplary service.

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7. Duval's Fresh. Local. Seafood.

4.7

Exceptional(5506)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Sarasota

Booked 39 times today

We are an eclectic eatery with a passion for stunning seafood, superb service, fine wine, and creative cocktails.We are committed to serving only the freshest dishes to our guests. We receive fresh fish daily from our local suppliers and filet everything in house to ensure the best possible quality.Together with our unique menu, our focus on excellent service allows us to deliver a one-of-a-kind dining experience in downtown Sarasota. Every menu item is prepared to order to allow for customization and personalization of each dish and to ensure you are getting the freshest possible meal.Voted Sarasota's Best by Herald Tribune Readers:Best All-Around Restaurant (2019-2023)Best Seafood Restaurant (2016-2023)Best Sandwich for our renowned Po' Boy (2016-2022)Best Lunch (2020-2022)Thank you, Sarasota!For parties of 8 or more, a gratuity of 18% will be added to the check.

8. Indigenous

4.7

Exceptional(902)

Price: Expensive

• American • Sarasota

Booked 22 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.

9. Boca - Sarasota

4.1

Excellent(1603)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Sarasota

Booked 70 times today

With a cozy vibe, food you crave, and heartfelt hospitality, Boca is your kind of place - an everyday upscale restaurant where you can be yourself and enjoy great fresh seasonal creations while we work thoughtfully to make even the most simple moments extraordinary. With a fresh and seasonal approach to the classics, Boca is the food you love handcrafted with the freshest ingredients into dishes you will crave. Like the food, our Market Fresh cocktails are thoughtful, luscious, and handcrafted featuring house-infused spirits and fresh ingredients. Join us for Weekend Brunch and Bottomless Mimosas, Lunch on the Avenue or Dinner with friends that feel like family.

10. GROVE

4.3

Awesome(3147)

Price: Moderate

• American • Bradenton

Booked 41 times today

Welcome to GROVE, the ultimate destination for a truly exceptional dining experience that embodies heart, balance, and spirit. Our Contemporary American cuisine showcases a personal and authentic approach to cooking that is sure to impress!Our menu is as diverse as it is delicious, featuring an array of handcrafted dishes made with only the freshest, seasonal ingredients that highlight our commitment to imaginative flavor combinations. Savor our house-made specialties, such as the succulent Pork Osso Bucco, the refreshing Seared Ahi Tuna Nachos, and the delectable Stuffed Lobster, all expertly crafted with a cross-cultural twist that creates a symphony of flavors.We are passionate about blending traditional cooking methods with innovative recipes, resulting in an elevated yet approachable menu that caters to even the most discerning of palates. Join us for a memorable dining experience that is sure to delight your senses.

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Chris
Indiana •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Though it was very busy the service was fantastic and informative. The January wine ( vin noir) was superb. Our meals were excellent as well as the desserts. Overall a delightful evening.
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Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Sarasota, FLPrice: Moderate• American• Sarasota
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4.7
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Doug
San Francisco Bay Area •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Second time we’ve eaten here, food and service is outstanding. Only negative is noise level, very hard to carry on a conversation or to hear our server. Will definitely return.
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Bar Italia Lakewood Ranch, FloridaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Fruitville, Florida
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4.6
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LisaVIP
Southwest Florida •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
All 7 of us thoroughly enjoyed our dinner. Brandon was our server and took excellent care of us. It was a monthly teacher outing and we chose to come back after our 1st great experience!
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Seasons 52 - SarasotaPrice: Expensive• American• Sarasota
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4.8
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Amy
New York City •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
It was our second time dining here and it did not disappoint. The drinks, food and service were excellent.
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Sage SRQPrice: Expensive• Global, International• Sarasota
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4.8
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Christopher
Tampa / Central Florida West •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Great service. We lived in Asia and are familiar with authentic Korean foods...KORE is close.
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KORE STEAKHOUSEPrice: Expensive• Korean• Lakewood Ranch
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4.8

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27 restaurants available nearby

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

2. KORE STEAKHOUSE

3. Seasons 52 - Sarasota

4. Sage SRQ

5. Bar Italia Lakewood Ranch, Florida

6. Ophelia's on the Bay

7. Duval's Fresh. Local. Seafood.

8. Indigenous

9. Boca - Sarasota

10. GROVE

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