Best Fine Dining Restaurants in Gulf Gate Estates

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1. Ophelia's on the Bay

4.7

Exceptional(6285)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Siesta Key

Booked 33 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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2. Connors Steak & Seafood - Sarasota

4.7

Exceptional(8515)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Siesta Key

Booked 123 times today

Connors Steak & Seafood specializes in fresh seafood and premium aged steaks, as well as gourmet salads, pastas and more! Enjoy a memorable evening with friends and family in our well-appointed dining rooms, or stop by for the lunch you and your associates deserve. Our friendly service and flavorful fare will keep you coming back for more.

3. Cafe Gabbiano

4.8

Exceptional(3775)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Siesta Key

Booked 45 times today

Cafe Gabbiano is a casual fine dining restaurant in Sarasota Fl (Siesta Key). We source local ingredients and have a great blend of classic and modern Italian dishes. At Cafe Gabbiano everything is made to order as we want each dish to be fresh. All of our sauces and pastas are homemade. Cafe Gabbiano is a 4,000 sqft facility that offers intimate dining as well as larger rooms to host special occasions such as beach weddings and rehearsal dinners. We have an extensive wine list, signature crafted cocktails and a great beer list. We are open daily from 5 PM to 10 PM with Happy Hour 5 PM to 6:30 PM at the bar.

4. Michael's On East

4.7

Exceptional(5610)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Sarasota

Booked 41 times today

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.

5. Andrea's Sarasota

4.8

Exceptional(175)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Sarasota

Booked 7 times today

Welcome to Andrea's Sarasota!

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6. Pietro's Italian Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(649)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Sarasota

Booked 17 times today

Italian Restaurant& wine bar in Sarasota. Where you are a stranger only once.His philosophy served him well with his previous Sarasota businesses. Café Gabbiano located on Siesta Key was originated by the Migliaccio family in 2003 where is four sons grew in and out of the restaurant business.A second venture in downtown Sarasota was opened and designed by Pietro in 2012 named Casantica, a small old house converted to a quaint homey restaurant. Both restaurants are now under new ownership.Now, this small intimate place is where I can have fun serving and meeting new friends. Benvenuti.

7. Roessler's

4.9

Exceptional(1860)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Sarasota

Booked 16 times today

WE CANNOT WAIT TO SEE YOU! PLEASE NOTE WE CAN NOT ACCEPT RESERVATIONS FOR OUTSIDE DINING, PARTIES OVER 6, OR HOLIDAYS THROUGH OPEN TABLE. PLEASE CALL THE RESTAURANT IF YOUR TIME IS NOT AVAILABLE. THANK YOU!!! 941 966 5688

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8. Flavio's Brick Oven Bar - Siesta Key

4.7

Exceptional(1466)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Siesta Key

Booked 27 times today

Our casual restaurant has a retro contemporary theme which includes a carved wood bar topped with marble, granite table tops and bright turquoise and red accents flanking the wood-burning brick oven. Terrace seating is shared with our fine dining concept Bella Roma. Flavio, a third-generation chef from Venice, Italy, says his Farinata is not available anywhere else in the area. The thin pancake (much like a tortilla) is made of chickpeas, baked in the wood-burning oven and enhanced with rosemary and other savory toppings. Among Flavio's thin-crust pizzas (his grandfather's recipes) are the popular Quattro Stagioni (fresh mozzarella, mushrooms, prosciutto, olives) and the Pizza Vegetariana with assorted grilled veggies. The rustic bread and focaccia are made on the premises. Flavio's also serves up house-made pasta dishes, plus veal and seafood entrees. We look forward to serving you!

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9. Ocean Prime - Sarasota

4.7

Exceptional(101)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Sarasota

Booked 197 times today

Opening December 21, 2024, Ocean Prime is a nationally acclaimed, dynamic seafood & steakhouse from the award-winning Cameron Mitchell Restaurants located in the The Quay Sarasota. Ocean Prime delivers an elevated experience with exceptional ambiance, a chef-curated menu, signature handcrafted cocktails, Wine Spectator honored wine list and genuine hospitality. Reservations are recommended. Ocean Prime strives to provide an elegant, fine dining atmosphere. Our associates’ priority is to ensure your experience is memorable. We ask that our guests choose attire that is both polished and suited to our restaurant. THANK YOU FOR NOT WEARING: Clothing emitting excessive marijuana odor, excessively revealing clothing or exposed undergarments, or clothing with offensive language or graphics. Admittance to Ocean Prime is at the discretion of management who reserves the right to refuse service to patrons who are inappropriately dressed.

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10. The Rosemary & Thyme

4.9

Exceptional(4463)

Price: Expensive

• American • Sarasota

Booked 47 times today

Welcome to Rosemary & Thyme! Downtown Sarasota American Bistro serving traditional and contemporary dishes with an emphasis on healthy options. Savor made-from-scratch selections for breakfast, lunch and dinner prepared with fresh ingredients from regional farms.

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Pamela
Tampa / Central Florida West •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
It was a perfect evening. The only problem I had with your survey, regarded the noise level. One of the reasons we love to come is because there is a low noise level. We do not like to go to a fine dining restaurant where you cannot hear yourself. We love the ambience and the low amount of noise. low.!!!!
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Ophelia's on the BayPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Siesta Key
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4.7
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Paul
St. Louis •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Best steak in town. My wife and I enjoyed a wonderful prime rib and filet together to bring in the New Year. We have lived in Sarasota for 5 years, and finally discovered the best! We would recommend the lobster bisque as well. Great service and a wonderful staff. We will definitely be bringing our fiends here.
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Connors Steak & Seafood - SarasotaPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Siesta Key
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4.7
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EddieVIP
Central Kentucky •24 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great service Great Food!!! Our server is from Hungry, never got his name….he is a keeper!
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Cafe GabbianoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Siesta Key
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4.8
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BarbaraVIP
Chicago / Illinois •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
We live in a tourist area with a huge number of restaurants but Michael's on East can always be counted on to provide high quality delicious food and impeccable service. We had a most memorable evening with them welcoming us back by name and going out of their way to mix an unusual cocktail that is not typically ordered. It was delicious. I particularly enjoy the epicurean menu which changes monthly. Sitting in the lounge for happy hour is also a nice friendly experience,
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Michael's On EastPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Sarasota
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4.7
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EileenVIP
Southwest Florida •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 23, 2024
As always a wonderful dining experience. The food was imaginative and delicious. Bravo !
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Andrea's SarasotaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Sarasota
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4.8

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23 restaurants available nearby

1. Ophelia's on the Bay

2. Connors Steak & Seafood - Sarasota

3. Cafe Gabbiano

4. Michael's On East

5. Andrea's Sarasota

6. Pietro's Italian Restaurant

7. Roessler's

8. Flavio's Brick Oven Bar - Siesta Key

9. Ocean Prime - Sarasota

10. The Rosemary & Thyme

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