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A photo of La Norma Ristorante & Pizzeria restaurant
1. La Norma Ristorante & Pizzeria
4.8
Exceptional(782)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Longboat Key
Booked 37 times today
Welcome to La Norma, a charming family-owned Italian restaurant that brings the heart of Italy to your table. Join us for homemade dishes, fine wine and live music on our patio. At La Norma we pride ourselves on using only the freshest ingredients to create authentic Italian cuisine. Our homemade dishes and handcrafted pizzas are made with care and our fine wine list is carefully curated to perfectly complement our genuine flavors. Whether you're in the mood for a romantic dinner or a festive gathering with friends and family, our warm and welcoming atmosphere is the perfect backdrop for a memorable dining experience. Come discover why La Norma is the go-to choice for Italian Cuisine on the island.
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2. Beach House Waterfront Restaurant
4.5
Awesome(124)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Bradenton
Booked 108 times today
Set on pristine Gulf-front beach, this location features incredible seafood, a climate-friendly outdoor deck providing beautiful oceanfront vistas and signature Anna Maria Island sunsets on display every evening.
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3. Dry Dock Waterfront Grill
4.8
Exceptional(9515)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Longboat Key
Booked 208 times today
The Dry Dock Waterfront Grill is a “polished casual” restaurant over looking Sarasota Bay. We are located at the south end of Longboat Key behind the gas station. We are north of St. Armand’s Circle, and minutes from downtown Sarasota. Best known for Local Fresh Grouper and Red Snapper. Enjoy the second story dining area with a panaramic view of the bay, or enjoy dining outdoors on our dockside patio.
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4. Columbia Restaurant - Sarasota
4.8
Exceptional(10739)
Price: Moderate
• Spanish • Sarasota
Booked 212 times today
Family-owned and operated for more than 116 years, Columbia has earned acclaim for its old-world charm and award-winning Spanish/Cuban cuisine. Casual attire is fine, but we don’t allow sleeveless shirts on men in the dining room.Join us for century-old family recipes like Paella "a la Valenciana," Roast Pork "a la Cubana,"and fresh seafood specialties. Don’t miss Columbia’s Original “1905” Salad®, prepared with our delicious, freshly-made dressing, a 100-year-old family recipe of fresh garlic, oregano, wine vinegar and Spanish extra virgin olive oil. Be sure to sample a fine Spanish wine like Montecillo or Campillo. Relax outdoors on our patio, or inside our Mediterranean-style dining rooms filled with hand-painted tiles and family heirlooms. We are a sister to the Columbia in Tampa's Ybor City, founded in 1905. Children's menu available. Open 365 days a year, including all holidays.
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5. the Ringling Grillroom
4.7
Exceptional(1044)
Price: Moderate
• American • Sarasota
Booked 48 times today
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.
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6. Duval's Fresh. Local. Seafood.
4.7
Exceptional(5580)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Sarasota
Booked 71 times today
We are an eclectic eatery with a passion for stunning seafood, superb service, fine wine, and creative cocktails.We are committed to serving only the freshest dishes to our guests. We receive fresh fish daily from our local suppliers and filet everything in house to ensure the best possible quality.Together with our unique menu, our focus on excellent service allows us to deliver a one-of-a-kind dining experience in downtown Sarasota. Every menu item is prepared to order to allow for customization and personalization of each dish and to ensure you are getting the freshest possible meal.Voted Sarasota's Best by Herald Tribune Readers:Best All-Around Restaurant (2019-2023)Best Seafood Restaurant (2016-2023)Best Sandwich for our renowned Po' Boy (2016-2022)Best Lunch (2020-2022)Thank you, Sarasota!For parties of 8 or more, a gratuity of 18% will be added to the check.
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7. The Rosemary & Thyme
4.8
Exceptional(4559)
Price: Expensive
• American • Sarasota
Booked 54 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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8. PIER 22
4.7
Exceptional(6079)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Bradenton
Booked 91 times today
PIER 22 is Bradenton's historic waterfront destination. For over four decades, our restaurant has been the go-to spot for fine dining, stunning Manatee River views, and a modern and classic menu that will leave a lasting impression. We take pride in our from-scratch approach to cooking and believe that cuisine is an art form that should be shared with our guests. Our skilled chefs craft every dish with passion and elegance, ensuring each plate is bursting with rich, indulgent flavors.Whether you're joining us for a special occasion or a night out with friends, we promise a memorable dining experience that will leave you wanting more.While reservations are not required, they are highly recommended to ensure your preferred seating time. If your desired time slot isn’t available, rest assured that we reserve space every day to accommodate walk-ins, including on our temperature-controlled covered patio.
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9. Marina Jack
4.3
Awesome(1585)
Price: Moderate
• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Sarasota
Booked 65 times today
From patio self seating to fine dining upstairs, Marina Jack offers a variety of options for the best of watefront dining. The Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill features your way to dine al fresco in a family friendly environment while enjoying your favorite tropical beverage. The Patio menu features a variety of Appetizers, Salads, Soups and Sandwiches. The Deep Six Lounge & Piano Bar features your favorite casual setting. Located on the second floor of Marina Jack, The Dining Room has an award winning wine list and an exceptional menu featuring the finest steaks, seafood and pasta. Relax and enjoy your dining experience overlooking the inter-coastal waterway of Sarasota. No formal dress code is required. Come and let our professional staff make your experience exceptional! There is Live entertainment 7 days week in the evening, times vary.
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10. Boca - Sarasota
4.2
Awesome(1626)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Sarasota
Booked 63 times today
With a cozy vibe, food you crave, and heartfelt hospitality, Boca is your kind of place - an everyday upscale restaurant where you can be yourself and enjoy great fresh seasonal creations while we work thoughtfully to make even the most simple moments extraordinary. With a fresh and seasonal approach to the classics, Boca is the food you love handcrafted with the freshest ingredients into dishes you will crave. Like the food, our Market Fresh cocktails are thoughtful, luscious, and handcrafted featuring house-infused spirits and fresh ingredients. Join us for Weekend Brunch and Bottomless Mimosas, Lunch on the Avenue or Dinner with friends that feel like family.

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  • Penny
    Tampa / Central Florida West •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    The food is exceptional. This is our favorite place on Longboat. Staff always pleasant and efficient. We have dined here often over the past few years and never had a complaint or bad experiencer I highly recommend LA Norma. You will not be disappointed.
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    La Norma Ristorante & PizzeriaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Longboat Key
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    4.8
  • Tim
    Chicago / Illinois •21 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Excellent as always. A beautiful day and dining experience. Only wish we could come more often than during our winter escape from Illinois.
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    Dry Dock Waterfront GrillPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Longboat Key
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    4.8
  • Shannon
    Tampa / Central Florida West •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Ayanna our server was AMAZING! She was so thoughtful about suggesting menu items. The food was incredible . We’re so happy we chose Columbia today.
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    Columbia Restaurant - SarasotaPrice: Moderate• Spanish• Sarasota
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    4.8
  • Teri
    Grand Rapids / Western Michigan •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    We sat right on the sand at a lovely table a few feet from the water. Just beautiful! We had good service and the food was good. A little pricey, but the view made it worth it!
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    Beach House Waterfront RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Bradenton
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    4.5
  • Barry
    San Diego •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    The Ringling Grillroom was an outstanding Valentines Day experience. We had the $99 couples special, where we shared an appetizer, dessert and bottle of wine, and got our own entrees. I had the beef medallions and my wife had the snapper. Both were delicious, and all were more food than we could eat -- we brought home doggie bags. We sat outside in a perfect temperature and slight breeze ... the sun was setting over the Ringling grounds, which were very peaceful. Lots of room for nice conversation. Our Venezuelan waiter was attentive and charming, and talked with us for a long time. Really ... if there's a better Valentines Day dinner, I'd like to hear about it. We love the Ringling!
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    the Ringling GrillroomPrice: Moderate• American• Sarasota
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    4.7

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