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Ophelia's on the Bay, Sarasota, FL

Ophelia's on the Bay

4.7
4.7
6417 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 59 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Great for scenic views
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.

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Seafood, Wild Game
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Complimentary Valet Parking on premise. No private parking available.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Daniel Olson

What 6,417 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
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Best Ambience

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Romantic

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ophelia's on the Bay offers "amazing food and views" with an "exceptional service" experience. Nestled on the water, it's perfect for special occasions with its "superb ambiance." Guests rave about the "beautiful location," "delicious meals," and "outstanding" seafood options, making it "the best restaurant in Siesta Key."

6,417 Reviews
  1. Mary Ellen

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another lovey meal at Ophelia’s. Very elevated presentation.

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  2. Matt

    Milwaukee1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best place to eat in Siesta Key. Highly recommend.

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  3. Victoria

    Unspecified1 review

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food, flavors, view and atmosphere were very good. When I asked to switch from cheddar to blue cheese crumbles on my salad though the server snapped “no substitutions on any menu items”. I felt rebuked but it seemed like she was protecting the chef (maybe). Then after I agreed to the cheddar, she asked if I just wanted the cheddar left off the salad. I was thinking: like WTH? You can take it off?

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  4. Robin

    Philadelphia26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great menu- lots of choices. The oyster appetizer was delicious. Our server was knowledgeable and attentive. The view is spectacular!

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  5. Javan

    New York City9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Listen.. About last night’s entree. The Fruits de Mer (see description of the dish further below). Outstanding. The scallops were the best I’ve ever had. The nasturtiums were locally grown/sourced - I have a strong appreciation for chefs that support local farmers. Thank you! “Fruits de Mer Atlantic Diver Scallops, Alaskan King Crab Merus, Maine Lobster Claws, Green Garlic-Nasturtium Pesto Cream, Genovese Basil, Toasted Pine Nuts, Andalusian Mushrooms, Ravioli di Formaggio”

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  6. Kenneth VIP

    New York City69 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Splendid dinner with excellent service. Pricey, yes, but the location, food quality, and waitstaff make the overall experience worth the cost. Greatly appreciated that, unlike many restaurants I’ve dined at, our gift certificate could be used for tipping. A substantial percentage of the tables are on a waterfront deck which is fine on a nice night, but we were glad to have an inside table with a perfect view of outdoor diners coping with high winds. Looking forward to returning before heading home up north.

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  7. Joy VIP

    Naples4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was fabulous and Annette was attentive and Knowledgeable!

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  8. Mark

    Detroit16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderfully prepared dishes, attentive service and views of the water as good as anywhere. One of very best in the Sarasota area

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  9. beth

    Washington DC10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Casually elegant, or is it elegantly casual? Beautiful views, unique cocktails, tasty salads, delicious entrees (the tuna!), it was a lovely evening. It's a bit spendy, so it won't be in the regular rotation. But perfect for special occasions.

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  10. Tom VIP

    Tampa5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Danielle did a very nice job with our service this evening.

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FAQs

Ophelia's on the Bay offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 349-2212.

Ophelia's on the Bay is rated 4.7 stars by 6417 OpenTable diners.

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 59 times today
Google Map for Ophelia's on the Bay

9105 Midnight Pass Road, Sarasota, FL 34242

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Seafood, Wild Game
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Complimentary Valet Parking on premise. No private parking available.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Daniel Olson
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