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JR's Lobster Roll - the Ringling Grillroom, Sarasota, FL

the Ringling Grillroom

4.7
4.7
995 Reviews
$30 and under
American

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 30 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
The Ringling Grillroom is a Modern American restaurant and a favorite go-to for special occasions and casual lunch get-togethers alike. ​​ Located on the ground floor of the McKay Visitor's Pavilion at the John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, we are open to visitors of the museum as well as the general public. Indoor and outdoor seating is available.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon 11:00 am–5:30 pm Tue–Fri 11:00 am–7:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–7:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–5:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (941) 360-7393
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Whether it's a perfectly curated menu by our catering team for a graduation dinner or an order of the menu dinner for a birthday celebration, our private dining room is the perfect spot to celebrate all your special moments.
  • Neighbourhood
    Sarasota
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Italian Wine Dinner

    US$109.00 per person

    Feb 12, 2025 only
    The Grill Room Invites you to our February Italian Wine Dinner. Come and enjoy a 5 course Chef Inspired Dinner. By our Executive Chef. Paired with a selection of carefully Curated Wines. Tables our available up to groups of six guests. Due to the format of this dinner Dietary and Allergy substations can not be accommodated. Our wines are being Featured by Galantini Sapori Wines This event is Non Refundable once booked

What 995 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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ringling Grillroom delights with its "superior food" and "excellent service" in a bright, modern setting. Guests love the "creative and diverse menu" and the delightful outdoor seating overlooking the gardens. Perfect for pre-theater dining with consistently impressive meals and a "lovely atmosphere," it's a must-visit in the area.

995 Reviews
  1. Phil

    VIP

    Tampa

    57 reviews

    4.0

    57 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Delightful, low-key restaurant with good food and outstanding value.

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  2. Donna

    Greater Boston

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a light lunch before the Windjammers Concert. Food and service were great. We enjoyed our salads-Caesar and garden.

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  3. Jo

    Tampa

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The menu changes enough to keep it interesting. But the service always remains top-notch.

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  4. Nancy

    VIP

    Pittsburgh

    166 reviews

    5.0

    166 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The restaurant is in a great location within the actual museum grounds. The day was pleasant so I sat outside. The Tomato and Buratta Salad was delicious! Service was great. Wonderful spot for lunch.

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  5. Deb

    VIP

    Indiana

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice menu and excellent service. Classy ambiance. We enjoyed the unique salad dressings, burrata appetizer, and chicken panini.

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  6. Grace

    VIP

    Tampa

    25 reviews

    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We both had the key lime grouper - it was delicious - asked for more sauce & it was delivered quickly. Enjoy each dining experience at the Grillroom!

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  7. Kim

    Pittsburgh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The salad Nicoise was delish and the shrimp and scallops with polenta was divine

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  8. Michael

    VIP

    San Francisco

    42 reviews

    5.0

    42 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious chicken milanese. Prompt and friendly service.

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  9. Jim

    VIP

    Tampa

    23 reviews

    4.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on January 3, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Good location for pre-theater dining. Consistently good food and service.

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  10. Joan

    VIP

    Tampa

    58 reviews

    5.0

    58 reviews

    Dined on January 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great restaurant in beautiful surroundings. The food is always prepared exactly the way we like it and the way we ordered it. We thoroughly enjoy this restaurant during the day. You can sit outside and look at the museum and it’s very beautiful.

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FAQs

the Ringling Grillroom offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 360-7393.

the Ringling Grillroom is rated 4.7 stars by 995 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 30 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for the Ringling Grillroom

5401 Bay Shore Rd, Sarasota, FL 34234

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Sarasota
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon 11:00 am–5:30 pm Tue–Fri 11:00 am–7:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–7:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–5:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (941) 360-7393
  • Private party facilities
    Whether it's a perfectly curated menu by our catering team for a graduation dinner or an order of the menu dinner for a birthday celebration, our private dining room is the perfect spot to celebrate all your special moments.
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