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Michael's on East - Main Dining Room - Michael's On East, Sarasota, FL

Michael's On East

4.7
4.7
5625 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 32 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Fancy
Serving "inspired cuisine" since 1987, the celebrated Michael’s On East restaurant takes fine dining to another level, offering award-winning cuisine and outstanding service, in an exceptional 1940s supper club atmosphere. Michael's On East has been inducted into Nation's Restaurant News Fine Dining Hall of Fame and recently received their 34th consecutive AAA Four-Diamond Award. The 350+ bottle wine list has been awarded the Best of Award of Excellence by the Wine Spectator!

Upon entering the dining room, you are immediately dazzled by the plush design and inspired décor. The restaurant’s intimate aura, along with its contemporary flare, world-class wine cellar and incomparable service, create an unparalleled dining experience.

Michael's Lounge, complete with a grand piano, is a guest favorite with its signature cocktails and award winning wine selection.

Michael’s Atrium for outdoor dining is a stunning glass-covered, plant-filled courtyard with a beautiful flowing fountain.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Steak, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Bar Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Carry Out and Delivery Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (941) 366-0007
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Jamil Pineda
  • Catering
    Michael's has multiple other venues for your special events. Whatever the occasion, the staff of Michael's On East are in the business of creating memorable events. From dazzling galas for 1,000 or more, to an intimate candlelit dinner for two, we pride ourselves on providing Sarasota's finest cuisine and the best service on Florida's Gulf Coast!
  • Private party facilities
    For an unparalleled dining and wine tasting experience, your guests will never forget, experience Michael's Wine Cellar. One of Sarasota's hippest locations to entertain, Michael's Wine Cellar can accommodate 125 guests for a cocktail party or up to 50 for an elegant sit-down dinner.
  • Neighbourhood
    Sarasota
  • Cross Street
    Bahia Vista
  • Parking details
    We offer both Valet and Self-Parking. Valet Parking is located on East Ave.
  • Entertainment
    Enjoy live music nightly in the Michael's On East Piano Bar Lounge. Joe Micals, Tuesday - Saturday, beginning at 7 p.m.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 5,625 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Great for fine wines

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Michael's On East is a beloved gem in Sarasota, offering "exquisite food and wine," "outstanding service," and a "wonderful ambience." Guests rave about the diverse menu, including the monthly Epicurean selections, and the attentive staff that makes celebrations special. It's perfect for memorable occasions, consistently delivering a top-notch dining experience.

5,625 Reviews
  1. Karen

    Greater Boston

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic service and food. Great attention to detail. Easy parking with valet service. We were seated by the door leading to the outside dining, it being a cooler night there was a bit of a chill each time the door opened. Not enough of an issue to ask to be moved. The restaurant did get a bit loud as the night went on.

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  2. DR STEVE

    VIP

    New York City

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is ALWAYS fabulous as is our server Kristine. Always knows the menu very well as well as which dishes are gluten free. For special occasions, you can't beat Michaels & if you belong to Costco you can get cards that are 20% off ($79 for $100).

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  3. Linda

    VIP

    Tallahassee

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    By far the best restaurant in Sarasota! We love going to dinner here. The food is so good! The servers are so professional and genuinely nice!

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  4. Randi

    VIP

    Tampa

    52 reviews

    5.0

    52 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love lobster pot Fridays. We drive two hours round trip to get to Michael’s, but it’s always worth the trip. We absolutely love our server, Krissy. We go to see her and eat lobsters. 🦞

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  5. David

    New York City

    253 reviews

    5.0

    253 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have never been disappointed at Michael’s! Great food, service and decor as always, and it was great to see Michael himself checking in with all the tables to make sure that everyone was happy!!!

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  6. Mike

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time, service was excellent. Menu is very broad. Had the Duck Two Ways and it was perfect.

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  7. Michael

    Tampa

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The French cuisine was presented well. The actual taste was not that great. The salmon was dry not and didn’t appear to be freshly prepared. The iron steak was tasteless and covered with sauce. I only ate 1/4 of the serving. Presentation was nice but the taste did not match. The wait staff was excellent.

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  8. Ed

    Naples

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    There were two of us. Not our first time at MOE. We have never been disappointed. However tonight one meal was delivered to the table at a temperature that was okay for consumption. My meal was delivered barely lukewarm warm. This is a first for us at MOE. I think this was our third or fourth time dining there. Kelly immediately took care of the issue and was back quickly with a replayed dinner. With this exception the meal, service, ambience and overall experience was a 5.0. We will be back again and again.
    Michael's On EastResponded 3 days ago
    Hello Ed, We're delighted to hear that you had an overall positive experience at Michael's On East. We're sorry to hear about the lukewarm meal you received on your last visit, and we appreciate your patience and swift attention to the issue. We aim to provide a comfortable and enjoyable dining experience for all our guests, and we're glad to hear we hit the mark for you. We're looking forward to your next visit and promise to ensure your next meal is served to your satisfaction. Thanks for your kind words! Best, The Management Team

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  9. Perilynn

    Nashville

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect as usual!! Celebrating my 60th birthday. The Lemon ricotta cheese cake was the best cheesecake we’ve ever had!!
    Michael's On EastResponded 3 days ago
    Hi Perilynn, We're over the moon to hear that you enjoyed your birthday celebration at Michael's On East! It's wonderful to know that our cheesecake hit the mark for you. We're also thrilled that you loved our Lemon ricotta cheese cake. Your kind words truly mean a lot to us. We hope to see you again soon for more memorable celebrations! Best, The Management Team

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  10. Jack

    Tampa

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous experience again. As always, Kathy was terrific as our server. My wife had the crab cakes and I had the Epicurean dinner and both were fantastic
    Michael's On EastResponded 2 days ago
    Thanks for the review, Jack! We're thrilled to hear that you and your wife had a fantastic experience at Michael's On East. It's always a pleasure to serve you, and we're glad that the crab cakes and Epicurean dinner hit the spot for you both. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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FAQs

Michael's On East offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 366-0007.

Michael's On East is rated 4.7 stars by 5625 OpenTable diners.

Michael's On East does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 32 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Michael's On East

1212 East Avenue South, Sarasota, FL 34239

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Bahia Vista
  • Neighbourhood
    Sarasota
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Bar Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Carry Out and Delivery Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Steak, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    We offer both Valet and Self-Parking. Valet Parking is located on East Ave.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Jamil Pineda
  • Entertainment
    Enjoy live music nightly in the Michael's On East Piano Bar Lounge. Joe Micals, Tuesday - Saturday, beginning at 7 p.m.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (941) 366-0007
  • Catering
    Michael's has multiple other venues for your special events. Whatever the occasion, the staff of Michael's On East are in the business of creating memorable events. From dazzling galas for 1,000 or more, to an intimate candlelit dinner for two, we pride ourselves on providing Sarasota's finest cuisine and the best service on Florida's Gulf Coast!
  • Private party facilities
    For an unparalleled dining and wine tasting experience, your guests will never forget, experience Michael's Wine Cellar. One of Sarasota's hippest locations to entertain, Michael's Wine Cellar can accommodate 125 guests for a cocktail party or up to 50 for an elegant sit-down dinner.
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