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Michael's on East - Main Dining Room - Michael's On East, Sarasota, FL

Michael's On East

4.7
4.7
5784 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 29 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Romantic
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Steak, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Bar Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Carry Out and Delivery Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Jamil Pineda
  • Catering
    Michael's has multiple other venues for your special events. Whatever the occasion, the staff of Michael's On East are in the business of creating memorable events. From dazzling galas for 1,000 or more, to an intimate candlelit dinner for two, we pride ourselves on providing Sarasota's finest cuisine and the best service on Florida's Gulf Coast!
  • Private party facilities
    For an unparalleled dining and wine tasting experience, your guests will never forget, experience Michael's Wine Cellar. One of Sarasota's hippest locations to entertain, Michael's Wine Cellar can accommodate 125 guests for a cocktail party or up to 50 for an elegant sit-down dinner.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Sarasota
  • Cross street
    Bahia Vista
  • Parking details
    We offer both Valet and Self-Parking. Valet Parking is located on East Ave.
  • Entertainment
    Enjoy live music nightly in the Michael's On East Piano Bar Lounge. Joe Micals, Tuesday - Saturday, beginning at 7 p.m.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 5,784 people are saying

Michael's On East reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Great for fine wines

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Romantic

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Good for special occasions

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Michael's On East offers an exceptional dining experience with "outstanding food," "impeccable service," and a "beautiful ambiance." Diners rave about the "Savor Sarasota menu," which provides excellent value and variety. The staff, including standout servers like "Kelly" and "Nick," receive high praise for their attentiveness and professionalism. A must-visit in Sarasota!
5,784 Reviews
  1. Robert VIP

    Tampa3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our favorite restaurant in Sarasota. Food and service are always special!

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  2. Peggy VIP

    Chicago15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a wonderful experience from the delicious food to the wonderful service!

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  3. Barbara VIP

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderfulsettinggavesqhieter tBle,comped aborthdaytreatz

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  4. Vernon

    New York City11 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellet service but food was a bit pricy for what was served.

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  5. Janis VIP

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Rick & Lawrence great servers & bartenders made our birthday celebration so sweet . Thank you
    Michael's On EastResponded 1 day ago
    Hi Janis, Thank you so much for choosing Michael's On East to celebrate your special day! We're thrilled to hear that our team made your birthday celebration a sweet one. We strive to make every occasion special and it's wonderful to know we could contribute to making your birthday celebration memorable. We look forward to serving you again soon. Best regards, The Management Team

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  6. Iris VIP

    Baltimore118 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious and the service was excellent.
    Michael's On EastResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for your wonderful review, Iris! We're so happy to hear that both the food and service exceeded your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you back for another great experience soon!

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  7. Janis VIP

    San Francisco6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Kathy, our server, was great. She is very friendly and offers many suggestions.
    Michael's On EastResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for your kind words, Janis! We’re so glad to hear that Kathy took great care of you. She’s always happy to offer helpful suggestions and make your experience even better. We’ll be sure to pass along your compliment to her! We look forward to your next visit!

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  8. mark VIP

    Tampa8 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was delicious as always. Service was a bit uneven.
    Michael's On EastResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you for your feedback, Mark! We’re so happy to hear that you enjoyed the food. We truly appreciate your comments about the service, and we’ll be sure to address the areas where we can improve. We hope to welcome you back soon for an even better experience!

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  9. Kevin and Liz VIP

    Toronto269 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Michael’s on East continued to live up to its stellar reputation! The setting, food and wine selection, and team serving are top-drawer! All delicious! Thank you, Katee, Isabel, and Freddy! Much appreciated! We look forward to our next visit! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
    Michael's On EastResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you so much for your kind words, Kevin and Liz! We’re thrilled to hear that we lived up to our reputation and that you enjoyed the setting, food, and wine selection. We'll be sure to pass along your appreciation to Katee, Isabel, and Freddy! We can’t wait to welcome you back for your next visit—see you soon!

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  10. Justin VIP

    Orlando13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great service from the moment we walked in and excellent food. Everyone had seafood at our table and I loved the New York Sour cocktail. Piano player was nice too and added an upbeat vibe.
    Michael's On EastResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you for your fantastic review, Justin! We're so glad to hear that you enjoyed the seafood, your New York Sour cocktail, and the atmosphere created by our piano player. It’s wonderful to know that the service was top-notch from start to finish. We can’t wait to have you back for another memorable experience!

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FAQs

Michael's On East offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 366-0007.

Michael's On East is rated 4.7 stars by 5784 OpenTable diners.

Michael's On East does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 29 times today
Google Map for Michael's On East

1212 East Avenue South, Sarasota, FL 34239

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Bahia Vista
  • Neighborhood
    Sarasota
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Bar Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Carry Out and Delivery Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Steak, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    We offer both Valet and Self-Parking. Valet Parking is located on East Ave.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jamil Pineda
  • Entertainment
    Enjoy live music nightly in the Michael's On East Piano Bar Lounge. Joe Micals, Tuesday - Saturday, beginning at 7 p.m.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Michael's has multiple other venues for your special events. Whatever the occasion, the staff of Michael's On East are in the business of creating memorable events. From dazzling galas for 1,000 or more, to an intimate candlelit dinner for two, we pride ourselves on providing Sarasota's finest cuisine and the best service on Florida's Gulf Coast!
  • Private party facilities
    For an unparalleled dining and wine tasting experience, your guests will never forget, experience Michael's Wine Cellar. One of Sarasota's hippest locations to entertain, Michael's Wine Cellar can accommodate 125 guests for a cocktail party or up to 50 for an elegant sit-down dinner.
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