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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
5811 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
1212 East Avenue South, Sarasota, FL 34239

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 34 times today

About this restaurant

  • 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.

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
  • 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.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • 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 5,811 people are saying

Michael's On East reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Great for fine wines

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Romantic

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Good for special occasions

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Michael's On East offers a "wonderful dining experience" with "exceptional food" and "great service." The ambiance is "lively and sophisticated," enhanced by live piano music. Notably, the "Epicurean dinners" and "lobster pot Fridays" are highly praised. With a focus on special occasions, it remains a "favorite restaurant in Sarasota" for many patrons.
5,811 Reviews
  1. Gwen VIP

    Tampa9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Michaels never disappoints. There’s a reason it’s so highly rated nationally. Chris our server was outstanding and has been there 20yrs. We often find that. We always take our out of town guests from big cities and they’re in awe. Well done!
    Michael's On EastResponded today
    Hello Gwen, Thank you for your glowing review! We're overjoyed to hear that you had an outstanding experience at Michael's On East. Your kind words about our service and food are greatly appreciated. It's wonderful to know that our guests from big cities are impressed with your restaurant. We're thrilled that we're part of your travel experiences and look forward to welcoming you back again soon! Best wishes, The Management Team

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  2. Michael VIP

    New York City12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We had the Greek epicurean, and it was very good! Service was good, busboys very helpful. Highly recommended.
    Michael's On EastResponded today
    Thanks for visiting us, Michael! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your Greek epicurean, and that our service and staff made your experience even better. Your high recommendation means a lot to us. We hope to welcome you back to Michael's on East soon!

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  3. Anita

    Greater Boston5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Monthly special that focuses on one country is amazing. Great food and wine at amazing price.
    Michael's On EastResponded today
    Hey Anita, thank you so much for your fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our specials and found our food and wine to be excellent value. It's wonderful to know that you appreciated our focus on one country and that we could offer you a great experience with us at an amazing price. We can't wait to welcome you back to Michael's On East for another wonderful experience. See you soon! Best, The Management Team

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  4. mary

    Chicago4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful experience Fod was excellent. Service was outstanding and ambiance was great Will defintely be going back
    Michael's On EastResponded today
    Hi Mary, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful experience with us. It's great to know that you enjoyed the food, service, and ambiance. We can't wait to welcome you back soon for another fantastic visit!

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  5. George VIP

    Tampa10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Michaels on East consistently delivers an outstanding meal with exceptional service and ambiance - consistently the best in the Sarasota area!
    Michael's On EastResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for the feedback, George! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your meal and found our service exceptional at Michael's On East. It's always our goal to provide the best dining experience possible for our guests. We're honored to be the best in the Sarasota area and we look forward to serving you again soon!

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  6. Diane

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server, Marisa, advised us about menu items which was very helpful in choosing our delicious meals. While I did not tell the restaurant about my birthday celebration when making reservations, Marisa arranged for me to choose a dessert of my choice which was an unexpected surprise. We had a very enjoyable evening
    Michael's On EastResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for the review, Diane! We're delighted to hear that you had a wonderful birthday celebration at Michael's On East. It's great to know that our team was able to assist you with your meal selection. We're glad you enjoyed your birthday dessert surprise too! We strive to make every occasion special for our guests. We look forward to welcoming you back for more enjoyable evenings.

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  7. Karen VIP

    New York City42 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of our favorite Sarasota restaurants: beautiful atmosphere(especially the covered outside patio which looks like Europe!),divine food and superb service! It never disappoints!
    Michael's On EastResponded 2 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Karen! We're thrilled to hear that Michael's On East is one of your favorite Sarasota restaurants. We're glad that you enjoyed our atmosphere, food, and service. We always strive to provide a memorable experience and your feedback lets us know we're on the right track. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

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  8. Nathan

    Chicago1 review

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Salmon was very overcooked. Duck 2 Ways was average.
    Michael's On EastResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Nathan. We're sorry to hear that you found our salmon overcooked and that the Duck 2 Ways didn't meet your expectations. We appreciate your feedback as it helps us improve. We're glad to hear that you found our service satisfactory. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again and provide a better experience. Best, The Management Team at Michael's On East.

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  9. Dr VIP

    Central Coast67 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Freddy is an outstanding server. He made the experience even better. Food was good as was the ambience
    Michael's On EastResponded 2 days ago
    Thanks for the review, Dr! We're thrilled to hear that you had an outstanding experience at Michael's On East. It's wonderful to know that our team made your visit even better. We're glad you enjoyed the food and ambience. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

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  10. S. Jerome VIP

    Tampa22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    I had boulabaise (sp) which was served without a bowl for shells or a spoon for broth. The spoon was brought after about ten minutes. I asked about a bowl and was told it was not provided (?), but the waiter would bring one, which he did.
    Michael's On EastResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for the review, S. Jerome! We're glad to hear that you enjoyed our boulabaise and found it well-prepared. We apologize for the oversight regarding the bowl. We strive to provide the best service to all our guests and we regret that we fell short in this instance. We appreciate your patience and your understanding. We look forward to serving you again soon. Best, The Management Team at Michael's On East

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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 5811 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 34 times today
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
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • 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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