Restaurants near Sarasota County Visitor Information Center And History Museum

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1. Ocean Prime - Sarasota

4.7

Exceptional(551)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Sarasota

Booked 129 times today

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.

2. Arts & Central

4.7

Exceptional(516)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Sarasota

Booked 63 times today

In the heart of the Rosemary District, come discover a dining experience that’s at the crossroads where laid-back vibes meet gourmet delights.

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3. Wink Wink Food and Drink

4.3

Awesome(237)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Sarasota

Booked 10 times today

At Wink Wink Food & Drink, we're inspired by the classic food and atmosphere of the 50s and 60s, like the chic supper clubs and breezy Tiki bars, but we serve it all up with a fun, modern twist. Our chef blends local ingredients and flavors to reinvent old favorites, offering dishes that are both a nod to the past and a taste of the contemporary.In our lounge and pool bar, you'll discover a thoughtful selection of classic cocktails, each with a playful name that perfectly reflects our easygoing vibe. This blend of past and present creates an ideal setting for everyone – families, friends, and anyone in between – to come together and enjoy the moment.We're dedicated to ensuring the quality and creativity of our cuisine and drinks--we take them seriously so you don't have to.

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4. Offshore Tapas and Wine Bar

2.5

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$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Sarasota

Booked 1 time today

Embark on a gastronomic adventure at Offshore Tapas and Wine Bar, where breakfast and happy hour start at 4pm, followed by dinner every evening. Explore a menu influenced by American flavors, showcasing fresh seafood, creative bar bites, and a wide array of local beers. Our welcoming mixologists prepare handcrafted cocktails to enhance your tropical dining experience. Each visit to Offshore Tapas and Wine Bar is a chance to enjoy the tastes of Sarasota and make lasting memories in the city center.

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5. The Rosemary & Thyme

4.8

Exceptional(4611)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Sarasota

Booked 77 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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6. Selva Grill Downtown Sarasota

4.8

Exceptional(5952)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Latin / Spanish • Sarasota

Booked 56 times today

Selva offers innovative, intricately prepared dishes, plated and presented as works of art. Selva has earned raves from allover the world, including from the New York Times, which write that Selva is “serving possibly the best food in Sarasota,”and that “everything on the menu is worth trying.”

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7. Duval's Fresh. Local. Seafood.

4.7

Exceptional(5616)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Sarasota

Booked 61 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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8. Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse - Sarasota

4.7

Exceptional(2917)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Sarasota

Booked 65 times today

Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse is an award-winning prime steakhouse specializing in aged USDA prime steaks. Located in the heart of Sarasota’s pedestrian friendly downtown, Hyde Park is just minutes from Siesta Key, Longboat Key, and St. Armand’s Circle and 5 minutes from the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall and the Beatrice Friedman Symphony Center. The restaurant offers a chef-inspired menu featuring variations of its legendary aged prime steaks, daily chef’s fresh fish features and great seafood. Award-winning menus, the extensive wine list and impeccable service are why Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse is Sarasota’s favorite fine dining restaurant and top pick for intimate dinners, special occasions, family gatherings, business dinners, corporate events and small receptions. Private dining rooms available. Complimentary valet parking (with validation).

9. Boca - Sarasota

4.2

Awesome(1651)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Sarasota

Booked 51 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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10. 1592 Wood Fired Kitchen

4.6

Exceptional(1471)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Sarasota

Booked 55 times today

The modus operandi at 1592 is fire. The key feature – everything is cooked on wood fired grill. The menu is handcrafted and well executed. 1592 is a great spot to indulge in comforting and flavourful cuisine from around the world.

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