Best Fun Restaurants in Siesta Key

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1. Wink Wink Food and Drink

4.5

Price: Expensive

• American • Sarasota

Booked 6 times today

Wink Wink Modern Lounge is a fun spot with a lively, eclectic vibe that's enjoyed by everyone from youngsters to oldsters. The creative food and drinks, and the fun and humorous vibe, make it an unforgettable culinary adventure. As one reviewer said, 'Wow! What a fun spot! Great menu, creative food and wonderful drinks.' The restaurant also boasts an outdoor patio, a curated collection of retro cocktails, and a laid-back, beachy Tiki revolution atmosphere.

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2. Columbia Restaurant - Sarasota

4.8

Exceptional(10422)

Price: Moderate

• Spanish • Sarasota

Booked 137 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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3. Tripletail Seafood & Spirits

4.8

Exceptional(2115)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Sarasota

Booked 22 times today

FRESH SEAFOOD | SMOOTH SPIRITS | EXCEPTIONAL HOSPITALITYTripletail Seafood & Spirits offers a unique dining experience with a casual atmosphere and an elevated menu. An upscale nautical theme adorned with local artwork, creating an inviting atmosphere for guests to enjoy. Known for our fresh and sustainable seafood, Tripletail offers a menu that highlights the flavors of the Gulf of Mexico. To complement the exquisite seafood offerings, Tripletail is highly acclaimed for our inventive cocktails. The Smoked Old Fashion is a must try!Daily happy hour from 3 to 6 pm, offering discounted wine, house drinks, appetizers, and beer. The restaurant also accommodates all dietary needs, ensuring that every guest can enjoy a delicious meal tailored to their preferences.Overall, Tripletail Seafood & Spirits is a must-visit destination for those seeking a memorable dining experience that combines fresh seafood, innovative cocktails, and attentive service in a chic and welcoming atmosphere.

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4. La Violetta Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(1007)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Sarasota

Booked 20 times today

Intimate and designed to provide a rustic Italian experience. Buonissimo!

5. Cafe Gabbiano

4.7

Exceptional(3736)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Siesta Key

Booked 34 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.

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6. The Melting Pot - Sarasota

4.8

Exceptional(1301)

Price: Expensive

• Fondue • Sarasota

Booked 22 times today

We are highly committed to providing a healthy and safe environment with the highest of standards for our guests and team members. Reservations are highly recommended.We are the premier fondue restaurant where guests can enjoy a choice of fondue cooking styles and a variety of unique entrees, salads and indulgent desserts. At The Melting Pot Restaurant, we offer a dining experience like no other. A unique, interactive dining experience creating memorable moments with family and friends.

7. Indigenous

4.7

Exceptional(858)

Price: Expensive

• American • Sarasota

Booked 8 times today

Opened in 2011, Indigenous has earned a reputation for being an inspirational and educational restaurant. For years, Indigenous has been known as one of America’s top restaurants, renowned for its passion for food, the community, and the planet. Indigenous’ menu of seasonal American cuisine changes progressively throughout the year based on peak ingredient availability. With a focus on sustainable seafood, we work closely with local fisherman, artisans, and farmers to maintain the highest quality. At Indigenous, we are always working our best to create a better food system. Owner Chef Steve Phelps has been a James Beard Foundation Semi Finalist for Best Chef South in 2014 & 2015, an Ambassador for Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch Blue Ribbon Task Force, and a founding member and Chef for the EDF Coalition for Sustainable Aquaculture.

8. Baker & Wife

4.8

Exceptional(2004)

Price: Expensive

• Global, International • Sarasota

Booked 25 times today

BAKER & WIFE is a comfortable, casual cafe committed to fresh, high-quality food and driven by our passion for handcrafted cuisine and cocktails. Inspiration is sourced globally, ingredients are sourced locally.This unique perspective on comfort food is the epitome of BAKER & WIFE:simple, delicious, and it just feels good.

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9. Duval's Fresh. Local. Seafood.

4.7

Exceptional(5455)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Sarasota

Booked 39 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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10. The Rosemary & Thyme

4.9

Exceptional(4370)

Price: Expensive

• American • Sarasota

Booked 33 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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George
Washington, D.C. Area •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Cafe Gabbiano was delightfully cozy, with wonderful cuisine and excellent service. The veal scallopini in the veal Momma Lucia was tender and delicious. Two of us shared a Caesar salad that was fresh and perfectly prepared. When the staff was informed that we had a time constraint, the expertly but comfortably accelerated our service, without rushing our meal. We will definitely return when dining in Sarasota.
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Cafe GabbianoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Siesta Key
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4.7
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Andrea
Austin •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The food and ambience were top notch, however, our server, Lucy, was the best part of our night. She was kind, informative and extremely accommodating! We had the most amazing dinner and even better service and we cannot wait to come back!!
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Columbia Restaurant - SarasotaPrice: Moderate• Spanish• Sarasota
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4.8
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peter
Tampa / Central Florida West •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great food and ambiance. Service was a little slow, but Nick jumped in and did a great job in moving our meal delivery along. Tripletail entrees were delicious as were the bacon wrapped scallops and lobster bisque.
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Tripletail Seafood & SpiritsPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Sarasota
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4.8
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Thomasvip
Tampa / Central Florida West •39 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Food was wonderful. Value for the prices is not out of control but definitely on the pricey side. Good wine list. It was my birthday dinner so no small dessert…only if you want to buy one. That was surprisingly stingy on their part.
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La Violetta RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Italian• Sarasota
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4.9
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Jasonvip
Tampa / Central Florida West •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 4, 2024
Amazing creative food, maybe the most creative in Sarasota. Was dead the night we went. I hope more people discover this hidden gem, which is hidden inside a hotel but definitely not a typical hotel restaurant.
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Wink Wink Food and DrinkPrice: Expensive• American• Sarasota
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4.5

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67 restaurants available nearby

1. Wink Wink Food and Drink

2. Columbia Restaurant - Sarasota

3. Tripletail Seafood & Spirits

4. La Violetta Restaurant

5. Cafe Gabbiano

6. The Melting Pot - Sarasota

7. Indigenous

8. Baker & Wife

9. Duval's Fresh. Local. Seafood.

10. The Rosemary & Thyme

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