Sage SRQ

4.7

1714 Reviews

$31 to $50

Global, International

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 26, 2024

11:30 PM

Booked 19 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for fine wines
Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem

Sage is Sarasota’s premier dining destination, providing inspirational cuisine and original craft cocktails in an unforgettable setting. Award-winning Chef Christopher Covelli and his team curate seasonal menus, highlighting flavorful culinary creations from around the world. As a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence recipient, Sage also offers an extensive wine list. Housed in the stunning historic Sarasota Times building, Sage's decor and attention to detail is mirrored in the food and service they provide. Sage's rooftop bar provides a serene setting for viewing some of Sarasota's spectacular sunsets.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Global, International, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(941) 445-5660
Website
http://sagesrq.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Christopher Covelli
Private party facilities
Comfortably accommodating up to 100 guests, our private ballroom features a concrete bar, marble flooring, crystal chandeliers, hanging Edison bulb lights, expansive windows with a 360-degree view of downtown Sarasota, & elevator access to our rooftop terrace. For private events info please email our Event Director - josh@realmrestaurants.com

Location
1216 1st St, Sarasota, FL 34236-5502
Neighborhood
Sarasota
Cross street
1st Street and US-41
Parking details
Street and complimentary valet parking
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Mijenta Tequila Dinner
$245.00 per person
Prepaid
Dec 5, 2024 only
7:00 PM
Sage’s Mijenta Tequila Dinner pairs the groundbreaking Mijenta Tequila, including the revolutionary Maestra Selection No. 1, with a 5-course menu designed by Executive Chef Christopher Covelli and Co-Executive Chef Vinnie Savadel. Meet Ana María Romero Mena, Mijenta’s Master Distiller and the most widely recognized maestra tequilera in the world. Learn how she’s redefining tequila production with innovation, sustainability, and bold flavors. Each dish is expertly paired also with unique cocktail creations crafted by Sage’s Bar Manager, Cliseria Padilla-Flores. Drawing inspiration from indigenous Mexican flavors and ingredients. Limited tickets available for 7pm Thursday, December 5th, 2024.

Fried Green Tomatoes with Burrata and Blistered Poblano Corn Salsa$18.00
Basil Caesar with a Boquerones, Pine Nut and Pickled Red Onion Gremolata$19.00
Grilled Lamb Merguez with Harissa Tomatoes and Cilantro Mint Tzatziki$19.00
Watermelon Salad with Crumbled Chicharrones, Sorrel and Tomato Glacé$16.00
Lobster Cucumber Salad with Summer Pea Puree and Charred Leeks$26.00
Seared U10 Scallops with Garlic Shiso Edamame$28.00
Eggplant Gazpacho with Sun Dried Tomatoes, Hearts of Palm and Whipped Goat Cheese$17.00
Seared Foie Gras with Rum Raisin, Cashew & Tandoori Masala, Mango Chutney and Fennel Chive Salad$36.00

Main Course

Achiote Asparagus with Chipotle Oil and Cardamom Charred Pineapple$25.00
Cuban Mojo Criollo Statler Chicken Breast with Charro Beans and Saffron Rice$27.00
Pasta alla Norma with Eggplant, Summer Squash and Zucchini$28.00
Grilled Swordfish Piccata with Warm Farro Salad$36.00
Arugula Pesto Encrusted Grouper with Grilled Summer Squash and Sweet Corn Soufflé$37.00
Madagascar Vanilla Elk Chop with Creamed Corn and Herbs de Provence Roasted Purple Potatoes$85.00
Crispy Blackbeard Ranch Mangalitsa Pork Belly with Piquillo Pepper Coulis and Tri-Colored Potatoes$34.00
Signature Thai Bouillabaisse with Fresh Seafood, Black Lotus Rice and Thai Coconut Curry Sauce$48.00

What 1,714 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Tampa / Central Florida West
Best Ambiance
Sarasota / Bradenton
Best Ambiance
Sarasota / Bradenton
Innovative
Sarasota / Bradenton
Great for fine wines

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Sage SRQ in Sarasota offers a "fantastic dining experience" with creative, flavorful cuisine and "outstanding service." Guests rave about the "beautifully renovated" building, elegant ambiance, and attentive staff. Popular dishes include the grouper, duck confit, and Thai bouillabaisse. Enjoy cocktails at the rooftop bar for a "wonderful adventure."

1,714 Reviews

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Kim
Tampa
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Sage consistently delivers, from the outstanding menu to the wine list, to the delectable cocktails and desserts, and the service is so ON POINT. Chef Chris and team always deliver!!!
Sage SRQResponded 1 day ago
Kim - Thank you so very much for dining with us once again and taking the time to share such a glowing review. We truly appreciate your business and your recommendation.
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Cathy
Tampa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server, Katie , was simply the best. Great food and great service!
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Wendy
Denver
27 reviews
vip
4.0
27 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous service and food in the restaurant. The entertainment on the mezzanine was outstanding the entertainment on the roof was very good. Love this restaurant
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Bill
Naples
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As a very favorite for years Sage always excels in every aspect… cuisine, cocktails, ambience and above all service second to none! We again enjoyed bringing guests for their first time Sage experience and they, too, were, thrilled! Keep up the great work!!
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Alan
Tampa
124 reviews
vip
5.0
124 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great fine dining experience in Downtown Sarasota. Service, food , cocktails and wine list were all excellent.
Sage SRQResponded 1 day ago
Alan - We're so glad you had a great fine dining experience with excellent food, wine, cocktails, and service. Thank you for dining with us and taking the time to share your review. We appreciate you!
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Jason
Tampa
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful room with lovely live music playing on a Friday night. Extremely attentive wait staff. Creative dishes. My Chilean sea bass was delicious, though just a bit too salty. My wife's filet mignon was well cooked but not as tasty as we've had in other restaurants. The desert was beautiful and delicious (a pumpkin cheesecake made to look like a pumpkin!) Over all, a delicious meal in a beautiful setting with great service.
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William
Pittsburgh
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
SAGE is unique in Sarasota. The ambience is very sophisticated with an up beat vibe: wood, soft lights, bit dark in decor but not depressing, just like a really good bar in NYC. Wait staff is outstanding. Cassie was our server and she was top notch: fun, warm, interested, knowledgeable, helpful, went out of her way. Dining manager in sport coat and tie was charming and an unusual touch in our little town by the Bay. Food was truly outstanding: mezzaluna pasta appetizer, filet mignon, pork chop, all delicous. The apple crispy thing for dessert was not great: dry. But beautifully designed and presented. This is a small criticism for a great restaurant. Sage is VERY PRICEY but worth it for a special event or splurge. Put it on your special list.
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james
Baltimore
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service, service, service. Wow, they know how to treat people at Sage. It was my wife’s birthday dinner and they treated her amazing. Pre dinner cocktails at the bar were fabulous and the bartender was awesome. Our dinner service was best I have had in the area. Food was spectacular. We will be back very soon. Thank you for such a wonderful experience.
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Josh
Tampa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a great experience, food is amazing and hospitality is perfect.
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William
Austin
5 reviews
vip
2.0
5 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was mediocre for the price. Bouabaise had no broth. Roasted broccoli was cold. Cocktails were good.
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FAQs

Sage SRQ offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 445-5660.

Sage SRQ is rated 4.7 stars by 1714 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 26, 2024

11:30 PM

Booked 19 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

1216 1st St, Sarasota, FL 34236-5502

Additional information

Cross street
1st Street and US-41
Neighborhood
Sarasota
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Global, International, Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street and complimentary valet parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Christopher Covelli
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://sagesrq.com/
Phone number
(941) 445-5660
Private party facilities
Comfortably accommodating up to 100 guests, our private ballroom features a concrete bar, marble flooring, crystal chandeliers, hanging Edison bulb lights, expansive windows with a 360-degree view of downtown Sarasota, & elevator access to our rooftop terrace. For private events info please email our Event Director - josh@realmrestaurants.com

Sage SRQ

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Experiences

Mijenta Tequila Dinner

Menu

First Course

Fried Green Tomatoes with Burrata and Blistered Poblano Corn Salsa$18.00

Basil Caesar with a Boquerones, Pine Nut and Pickled Red Onion Gremolata$19.00

Grilled Lamb Merguez with Harissa Tomatoes and Cilantro Mint Tzatziki$19.00

Watermelon Salad with Crumbled Chicharrones, Sorrel and Tomato Glacé$16.00

Lobster Cucumber Salad with Summer Pea Puree and Charred Leeks$26.00

Seared U10 Scallops with Garlic Shiso Edamame$28.00

Eggplant Gazpacho with Sun Dried Tomatoes, Hearts of Palm and Whipped Goat Cheese$17.00

Seared Foie Gras with Rum Raisin, Cashew & Tandoori Masala, Mango Chutney and Fennel Chive Salad$36.00

Main Course

Achiote Asparagus with Chipotle Oil and Cardamom Charred Pineapple$25.00

Cuban Mojo Criollo Statler Chicken Breast with Charro Beans and Saffron Rice$27.00

Pasta alla Norma with Eggplant, Summer Squash and Zucchini$28.00

Grilled Swordfish Piccata with Warm Farro Salad$36.00

Arugula Pesto Encrusted Grouper with Grilled Summer Squash and Sweet Corn Soufflé$37.00

Madagascar Vanilla Elk Chop with Creamed Corn and Herbs de Provence Roasted Purple Potatoes$85.00

Crispy Blackbeard Ranch Mangalitsa Pork Belly with Piquillo Pepper Coulis and Tri-Colored Potatoes$34.00

Signature Thai Bouillabaisse with Fresh Seafood, Black Lotus Rice and Thai Coconut Curry Sauce$48.00

What 1,714 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Sage SRQ offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Sage SRQ restaurant rated?

Is Sage SRQ currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information