50 Best American Restaurants near Osprey

“Came From Ohio. to eat with the mother in law. I bring down every year.. 1st time here Excellent. Food and service.... And Drink are on point“

“Visited for the first time. Delicious breakfast, friendly hostess, fabulous service (shout out to Jeanette). Not sure why I’ve never been there, but will definitely return! 💟“

“Julie and staff did an excellent job planning and serving my husband’s celebration of life! The food, service, and views were outstanding!“

“Excellent lunch experience! I enjoyed a fried shrimp basket. The shrimp was perfect! The cocktail sauce was great! The coleslaw was excellent! The fries were ok. Our waitress was on the ball, great personality, and provided an enjoyable experience! It was an absolutely perfect day to sit outside.

I can't wait to go back and take my family!“

“The food here is delicious!! 🙌🏽👌🏾😊 I had the Super Deluxe grilled cheese sandwich and the tomato soup….soooo yummy!“

“Andrei! Was an absolutely fantastic waiter. So attentive too! The food was delicious from the French fries and salad to the pizza and pasta. A great experience! A special birthday donut with candles was delivered to our table as well. Highly recommend! Andrei made it more enjoyable too.“

“Michael's on East (MOE) is one of the best fine dining establishments in Sarasota and has been in business for nearly 40 years. Ive been a customer for nearly 30 of those 40 years and despite its maturity, MOE is still hot, hopping and a crowd pleaser for those who enjoy great food, wines and service. During its nearly four decades, MOE has been wowing patrons with its fine cuisine, decor, and outstanding service. Don't be surprised if you see actors, comedians and musicians who might be performing at the Van Wezel during the winter season, sitting next to you because the concierge at their hotel recommended MOE as one of the desirable restaurants for a sensational meal, wine and service. MOE is rich in Sarasota heritage and is the perfect choice to celebrate a special occasion with that very special guest or guests. It's a delight in every way.“

“Excellent food and service! We will definitely be back. Highly recommend!“

“Amazing spot for large groups! We hosted a networking happy hour here for a group of 50! The service, atmosphere, drinks & food couldn't have been better!! Thank you Jason, Troy, Dana & bartending gals for your wonderful hospitality! Everything about your venue was a hit! Thank YOU!“

“Best Rubiens I have ever eaten. Perfectly made. You won't be dissapointed.“

“Our favorite restaurant when we come to Siesta Key. Had dinner last night, my husband had the skirt steak, I had the pork tenderloin..Both were perfection. Be sure to make a reservation.“

“Having an stellar sandwich and excellent coleslaw, a must try if you are downtown SRQ.“

“Great casual fare. We shared the delicious recommended Shrimpy fondue and followed with their dry rub ribs (The best in a long time) and a Cap'n Shannen's Pineapple Boat filled to the brim with deliciousness. A very friendly staff and 5 stars to our server Missy. Her recommendations were right on! The service she provided was top notch!“

“Really great food and portion sizes. Menu is 90% Ⓥ and has meat and dairy options for some reason, too. They swear they separate grills ect for meat vs veg prep. It’s in A swank part of Rosemary District in downtown Sarasota. Very active street with lots of cafes and restaurants nearby. Really liked their kale Cesar salad!“

“Great food and ambience. Very professional and courteous staff. The Ribs and Salmon were both amazing!“

“Sage never disappoints and we love how the chef always loves to change it up. Not only is the inside beautiful but phenomenal rooftop bar. And the wait staff are always top notch.“

“the grilled fish sandwich with regular tartar sauce, fries and mushy peas. everything was wonderful“

“Great weekly specials, terrific service , and friendly atmosphere. Food is great and always. Wide variety. It has become the favorite breakfast spot ! Highly recommend .“

“Great food on the beach!

Can’t expect a perfect mixed drink on the sand, but the sharkbite certainly suffices. All the food and drink was great for any waterside quick food/bar. Nice live music right on the deck to liven spirits and add to our beach experience. Definitely creates an inviting atmosphere we will return to.“

“Absolutely love the place friendly people great environment. We go down every February and it is one of my must stops when I’m their!!“

“I will be back . Yummy everything“

“This place is just amazing!“

“Station 400 is hands down my favorite breakfast spot in Sarasota. The food is always fresh and delicious with fun twists on the classics. It has that Cheers vibe—friendly, cozy, and family owned, so you always feel welcome. Megan and Austin are awesome servers and make every visit even better. If you want great food and a place that feels like home, this is it! Try the Lemon Curd & Fresh Blackberry Pancakes and Blood Orange Mimosa.“

“What an enjoyable night. The risotto was outstanding. Very busy and a little noisy but our server Traci made the night so fun and and enjoyable. Her attentiveness was outstanding“

“Our server, Amber, was knowledgeable, professional and put the “S” in service. She made our time very enjoyable.“

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The Drift at Lido Beach Club continues to set the bar for exceptional service and consistently delicious food.

I was trying to book a New Year’s Eve reservation online and everything showed as unavailable. A bit desperate, I called in and was warmly greeted by Patrice at the front desk. She could hear the concern in my voice and immediately went above and beyond. When I learned the restaurant was very popular and that I would need to leave a voicemail, Patrice took it upon herself to help — she kindly texted me her information so I could share my request directly.

Two days later, I received an unexpected call from Patrice letting me know she personally passed my information along to Dejon, the restaurant manager. That alone exceeded expectations — and then, just a few hours later, I received confirmation of our New Year’s Eve dinner reservation. I was thrilled.

We stayed on Lido Beach for two months last year and are excited to return for three months this year. Whether it’s breakfast or dinner, The Drift never disappoints. While we enjoyed great food throughout the area, The Drift truly stood out as one of the most consistent and delicious restaurants we visited.

The level of service says it all — Patrice’s care and follow-through, and Dejon’s professionalism, are perfect examples of what makes this place so special. We can’t wait to return, enjoy many more meals this winter, and continue making memories here.

Thank you Patrice and Dejon for truly going above and beyond, and for the leadership at Opal properties…their commitment to service starts at the top! highly recommend Opal properties all along the east coast (From the Wentworth Hotel in Newcastle, New Hampshire to the West Coast in Florida!).“

“Great food and better at atmosphere!!! Burgers are best in town!“

“My boyfriend ordered the double smash burger and I ordered the Cuban. Both were excellent and came out very quickly. Shoshanna was very attentive and took great care of us. A man who I assume to be the owner checked in on us and thanked us when we left. Very friendly staff, great food, and great atmosphere. Hope to come back and check out live music!“

“We. have gone to Patches religiously since it changed ownership. Everything they prepare is excellent, the staff is friendly & service is absolutely great. If you haven't been there you are missing out!!!“

“Friendly family fun :) tasty southern diner style restaurant“

“my husband and I went to Abby's today, Sunday May 19th. This was our 1st visit and we will be back. Out server was awesome and friendly as all the staff were. Great and food and price. We sat outside which has a nice breeze.“

“Love the atmosphere! visit every time I'm in town.“

“Love this place. Great live music.“

“We had a wonderful lunch here! We’ve been staying at this Ritz for over 3 years in Sarasota and decided to try here for lunch and it did not disappoint! Fried shrimp was delicious as well as the Greek salad. Finished it off with the lobster rolls and they did not disappoint. Lindsey was amazing and showed Stellar customer service! We will be back again for sure!“

“The best dining restaurant in sarasota florida me and my family went this past Christmas we love the food the drinks and the live music and bartenders and waitress are so charming we love this place wow 🌴🇺🇸😘🌞“

“Diane was a stellar server and helped us with everything we needed. Prime Rib special is good. If you order the grouper with spinach, tomatoes and olives be ready for no spinach. Got two leafs!“

“If you like a good reuben sandwich and don't want to make it home culvers has the best! Food has been excellent, not overly expensive. Senior so I don't have children with me. But is a family oriented restaurant. My compliments to culvers!“

“Fabulous food...best in the village! Fabulous service and location...can't say enough! 5 out of 5 stars..Beau our server rocked!!!“

“Nice atmosphere & food was delicious“

“Good quality, low prices. Food is consistently fresh!“

“Every meal or ice cream treat is delicious. Staff is back at full and very friendly.“

“Awesome place! Staff were great, food was delicious and can’t wait to go back!“

“My wife an I pass this Twin Peeks in Sarasota all the time and wanted to try it.
People said it was like hooters so my expectations were not high because I don't like fried food. My surprise was the food is fantastic, The rib app was a lot and fall off, the happy hour small crunch tocos awesome little bite. The best this was the Lobster roll my wife loved it. They say all the food is made from scratch and i would have to say it is. Very good
We sat at the bar an service was excellent. Great place can't wait to go back and try other food.
Thank for being so friendly.“

“The food was very good. We ordered scallops and the lobster. The restaurant is at the Westin Sarasota and we had just checked in and didn't want to venture anywhere. The scallops and lobster were perfectly prepared. Service was excellent.“

“Der Dutchman in Sarasota is a gem. The food is hearty, fresh, and consistently delicious — especially the fried chicken and homemade pies. The buffet is always well stocked, and the bakery items are worth taking home. Staff are friendly and welcoming, and the atmosphere feels warm and family-oriented. Highly recommend for anyone wanting a traditional Amish-style meal in Sarasota.“

“We came to Clayton’s as a group of 20 to celebrate an engagement. Freddie was an amazing server, the food was great and the staff were excellent. We will definitely be back!“

“Great food and great service. This restaurant has a vintage diner feel and even has old fashioned sodas.“

“Found this restaurant by accident. It was really good. Mike and Quin are a dynamic duo. They made our experience so much fun.“

“We had lunch today at Oak & Stone in North Port. Wellen Park! Great food service and pleasant atmosphere. 5 ⭐️“

“Honestly, it's island vibes, Caribbean, flair, smiles, and amazing home-cooked food!! The best oxtail the best curry the best creole the best stuffed French toast the best Reuben and the best Cubano you're really ever going to find. 😊🙌🏼“