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Ophelia's on the Bay, Sarasota, FL

Ophelia's on the Bay

4.7
4.7
6263 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 19 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Romantic
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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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Seafood, Wild Game
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (941) 349-2212
  • Website
    http://www.opheliasonthebay.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Daniel Olson
  • Catering
    Ophelia's on the Bay is the perfect location for your next catered event! Whether it be a birthday celebration, business function, wedding/baby shower, or any other memorable event in your life, we would love to create the perfect event catered to your needs. We also offer complete off-site catering services ranging from small to large functions with our fully equipped mobile kitchen. Please contact us to start booking your event today!
  • Location
    9105 Midnight Pass Road, Sarasota, FL 34242
  • Neighborhood
    Siesta Key
  • Cross street
    Stickney Point Road
  • Parking details
    Complimentary Valet Parking on premise. No private parking available.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Appetizer

  • Chestnut Maine Lobster Bisque

    Red Kuri Squash, Cognac, Brown Butter, Pumpkin Bread Croutons, Crème Fraiche

    • Yellowfin Tuna Tartare “Nachos” $25.00

      Won Ton Chips, Smashed Avocado, Sweet Soy, Spicy Mayo, Fresh Jalapeno, Wasabi Tobiko

      • Baked Sebastian Inlet Silver Oysters $21.00

        Roasted Garlic-Horseradish Butter, Parmesan-Panko Crust, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Lemon Beurre Blanc

        • Maine Lobster Truffle Mac & Cheese$32.00

          White Truffle Bechamel, Port Salut, Parmesan Reggiano Pecorino Romano Gratinee, Fresh Grated Perigord Truffles, Cavatappi

          • Jumbo Lump Blue Crab Cakes$25.00

            Fried Green Tomatoes, Truffle Perfumed Baby Heirloom Tomato Coulis, Creole Saffron Remoulade

            • ~ Prince Edward Island Mussels ~$20.00

              Garlic, Shallots, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Yellow Tomato Cruda, Saffron-Chardonnay Lobster Fume, Herb Butter, Pomme Frites

              • Smoked Cheshire Farm Heritage Breed Pork Belly $20.00

                Crispy, Sorghum Glaze, Spiced Pear and Honeycrisp Apple Chutney

                • Escargot Wellingtons$24.00

                  Golden Chanterelles and Black Truffle Paté, Cultured Butter, Puff Pastry, Pinot Noir Demi-Glace

                  • Eggplant Crepes$16.00

                    Ricotta, Mozzarella di Bufala, Mascarpone, Fontina, Spinach, Genovese Basil, San Marzano Pomodoro Sauce

                    Salad

                    • Classic Caprese of Imported Fresh Buffalo Mozzarella

                      Heirloom Tomatoes, Artisan Greens, Micro Lemon Basil, Truffle Perfumed Tuscan Olive Oil, Balsamic Syrup, Fresh Pepper, Italian Sea Salt, Marcona Almonds

                      • Vermont Creamery Chevre and Beets

                        Yuzu Honey, Pistachio Oil, Sun-Dried Grapes, Micro Lemon Basil, Vincotto Fig Vinegar

                        • Heart of Romaine Caesar Salad

                          Classic Caesar Dressing, Gremolata Crouton Crumb, Parmigiano Reggiano, Baby Heirloom Tomatoes

                          • Artisanal Baby Greens

                            White Grapes, English Cucumber, Baby Heirloom Tomatoes, Angel Hair Carrots, Sattocenere al Tartufo, Wildflower Honey Roasted Pecans, Black Truffle-Strawberry Vinaigrette

                            Entrée

                            • Paella Ophelia $62.00

                              Black Tiger Shrimp, Diver Scallop, Black Mussels, Florida Clams, Crispy Pork Belly, Smoked Duckling, Spanish Chorizo-Saffron Rice, Maine Lobster Sofrito Butter Sauce

                              • Extra Rare Yellowfin Tuna Tataki$58.00

                                Togorashi Crust, Kimchii Cucumbers, Wakame Salad, Gochujang Aioli, Sweet Chili Soy, Wasabi Tobiko, Blue Crab Fried Rice

                                • Yellowtail Snapper$52.00

                                  Coconut and Macadamia Crumb Crust, Tropical Fruit Jam, Sriracha Potatoes, Crispy Plantain Chips

                                  • Black Grouper$58.00

                                    Maine Lobster Persillade, Genovese Basil, Tarragon, Fresh Lemon, Buttered Carrot Crème Fraiche, Jasmine Rice

                                    • New Bedford Diver Scallops$60.00

                                      Scallion Salad, Yuzu Kosho Beurre Blanc, Blue Crab Stir Fried Rice

                                      • ~ 1-1/2 Pound “Lazy” Butter Poached Maine Lobster Risotto ~$65.00

                                        Willamette Valley Chardonnay, Roasted Romanesco, Yellow Tomato Cruda, Micro Basil, Pecorino Romano

                                        • Colossal Black Tiger Shrimp & Joyce Farms Chicken Italian Meatballs$52.00

                                          Fresh Bell Peppers, Garlic, Shallots, San Marzano Tomato Cream, Herb Butter, Bucatini Pasta

                                          • Center Cut Filet Mignon of Reserve Angus Beef$65.00

                                            Rosemary Salt, Pan Seared with Whole Butter, Cambozola Sweet Onion Jam, Creamy Black Truffle Poivrade, Potato Gratin Dauphinoise

                                            • ~ Double Rack Chop of Cervena Elk ~ $65.00

                                              Sous Vide, Whole Butter, Fresh Thyme, Pinot Noir Demi-Glace, Gratin Dauphinoise

                                              • Braised Cheshire Farm Heritage Pork Shank$48.00

                                                Caribbean Spices, Sweet Carrot Pork Jus, Pineapple Salsa, Toasted Coconut Basmati Rice

                                                • Semi Boneless Half of Maple Leaf Farm Duckling$52.00

                                                  Spiced Orange, Crispy Apricot Glazed Skin, Elderberry Jelly, Honeycrisp Apple Butter Gastrique, Sriracha Mashed Potatoes

                                                  • Atlantic Salmon$48.00

                                                    Lemon Brine, Dijon, Roasted Pistachio Crust, Raspberry Vinaigrette, Crème Fraiche Mashed Potatoes

                                                    Last updated: December 22, 2024

                                                    What 6,263 people are saying

                                                    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
                                                    • 4.8Food
                                                    • 4.8Service
                                                    • 4.8Ambience
                                                    • 4.4Value

                                                    Noise • Moderate

                                                    Loved For

                                                    • Sarasota / Bradenton

                                                      Romantic

                                                    • Sarasota / Bradenton

                                                      Great for scenic views

                                                    • Sarasota / Bradenton

                                                      Contemporary American

                                                    Review summary

                                                    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                    Ophelia's on the Bay offers a "beautiful location on the water" with exceptional service and a menu featuring standout dishes like shrimp cocktail and eggplant crepes. Ideal for special occasions, the restaurant's "food, ambiance and service" consistently earn high praise. Despite its premium pricing, the "amazing views" and culinary delights make it a must-visit.

                                                    6,263 Reviews

                                                    1. Lauren

                                                      Philadelphia

                                                      11 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      11 reviews

                                                      Dined 1 day ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Excellent decision for Christmas Eve! We haven’t been to this restaurant in years. The food, service, and ambiance was outstanding. Everyone enjoyed their evening!

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                                                    2. Mike

                                                      Tampa

                                                      5 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      5 reviews

                                                      Dined 2 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 4
                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                      Best food and service in Florida. View of the bay.

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                                                    3. Brittany

                                                      Tampa

                                                      1 review

                                                      5.0

                                                      1 review

                                                      Dined 2 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Food was perfection and the view is amazing! Christmas dinner was perfect.

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                                                    4. marcelo

                                                      Detroit

                                                      11 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      11 reviews

                                                      Dined 2 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Best service and dinner we had - if I could give six stars I would!

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                                                    5. Peter

                                                      Tallahassee

                                                      3 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      3 reviews

                                                      Dined 3 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Been a few years since we have had the pleasure of eating here since we live up north. It was the best all-round meal we have had at a restaurant in the last year. The escargot wellington and the lobster bisque to start the meal were packed with flavor and richness. My mother's tiger shrimp and chicken meatballs were delicious. So much good stuff packed in the meatballs with pasta made to perfection. My wife's crusted yellowtail snapper had a good crunch to the outside with flavorful savory fish inside, especially when combined with the tropical fruit jam and the crispy plantains. The paella had so many parts that worked but my favorites were the scallops and the pork belly. To finish the meal, our server recommended a delicious apple galette with a gelato scoop on top and raspberry sauce around thr edge of the plate for extra flavor. It was delightful. The phyllo pastry in both the wellington and galette were well prepared. What a great way to start our Christmas vacation in Sarasota.

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                                                    6. Ivan

                                                      Tampa

                                                      6 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      6 reviews

                                                      Dined 4 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Fantastic place and food was amazing. Really recommend it

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                                                    7. Maureen

                                                      VIP

                                                      Tampa

                                                      31 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      31 reviews

                                                      Dined 4 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                      Comprehensive and inventive menu, excellently prepared food with multiple layers of flavor, beautiful presentations, very good server. We enjoyed the seared scallops, tuna tataki, beet/goat cheese salad, eggplant app, Caesar, and paella. Will return soon!

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                                                    8. Tony

                                                      Atlanta Metro

                                                      3 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      3 reviews

                                                      Dined 7 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      This was the fifth time we had dinner at Ophelia’s and it was awesome as always. The staff is so friendly and helpful, everything was timed perfectly. I had the best duck ever and my wife had lobster risotto that was amazing. It’s so good they were able to recover from the recent hurricanes! We will be back soon.
                                                      Ophelia's on the BayResponded 6 days ago
                                                      Thank you for your review and business! We do hope to see you again!

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                                                    9. Greg

                                                      Naples

                                                      1 review

                                                      5.0

                                                      1 review

                                                      Dined 7 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Excellent food, service, and atmosphere. Numerous GF options
                                                      Ophelia's on the BayResponded 6 days ago
                                                      Thank you for your review and business! We do hope to see you again!

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                                                    10. Frank

                                                      Kansas City

                                                      11 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      11 reviews

                                                      Dined on December 15, 2024

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                      We went to Ophelia’s to celebrate my wife’s birthday. We have been going there for more than 20 years and never regret the choice to dine with them. Our server, Thomas, was superb and the food delicious. We had a crab cake appetizer, entrees of the coconut-macadamia snapper and tuna tartare, and shared a crème brûlée for dessert. All were fabulous! The only unfortunate part of the evening was a group of about 12 that was extremely loud and didn’t recognize, or maybe didn’t care, there were others in the room. Of course, we will be back!

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                                                    FAQs

                                                    Ophelia's on the Bay offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 349-2212.

                                                    Ophelia's on the Bay is rated 4.7 stars by 6263 OpenTable diners.

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

                                                    Make a reservation

                                                    2 people
                                                    8:30 PM
                                                    Booked 19 times today

                                                    Order delivery or takeout

                                                    Google Map for Ophelia's on the Bay

                                                    9105 Midnight Pass Road, Sarasota, FL 34242

                                                    Additional information

                                                    • Cross street
                                                      Stickney Point Road
                                                    • Neighborhood
                                                      Siesta Key
                                                    • Hours of operation
                                                      Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
                                                    • Price
                                                      $31 to $50
                                                    • Cuisines
                                                      Contemporary American, Seafood, Wild Game
                                                    • Dining style
                                                      Fine Dining
                                                    • Dress code
                                                      Smart Casual
                                                    • Parking details
                                                      Complimentary Valet Parking on premise. No private parking available.
                                                    • Payment options
                                                      AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                    • Executive chef
                                                      Daniel Olson
                                                    • Additional
                                                      Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                    • Website
                                                      http://www.opheliasonthebay.com/
                                                    • Phone number
                                                      (941) 349-2212
                                                    • Catering
                                                      Ophelia's on the Bay is the perfect location for your next catered event! Whether it be a birthday celebration, business function, wedding/baby shower, or any other memorable event in your life, we would love to create the perfect event catered to your needs. We also offer complete off-site catering services ranging from small to large functions with our fully equipped mobile kitchen. Please contact us to start booking your event today!

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