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!“

“Wow! What an impressive evening at every level. Do not hesitate and book this restaurant for your next food adventure. The moment you walk into this establishment, you know the vibe is cool and these people know their food & spirits. The food is incredible and different than the typical Sarasota restaurant that has the same boring food offerings. I was impressed with the Iberico pork dish and unusually amazingly flavored vegetables and spices that accented the smoky, tender pork. The yuca side dish was similar to a potato but more flavorful and crispier mixed with an addition of corn, pickled cabbage and other vegetables. I haven't found a dish that impressed me more in recent years. The crispy salmon was a "oh wow" moment for my friend, who hails from the Pacific Northwest as do I, where Washingtonians know a thing or two about salmon. This restaurant provides your palate something different and if you're a veteran of dining out constantly, this is a welcomed change from the ordinary. The New York steak included an amazing demi glaze exploding with flavor and had the perfect consistency which can be a challenge to make right but State Street Eatinghouse + Cocktails got it right. I highly recommend the fried Brussell sprouts appetizer as they were a flavor explosion in our mouths. The bacon amplified the sprouts with the accompaniment of the balsamic glaze. My friend's husband and mine, who usually don't like this vegetable, were pleasantly surprised and ate more than the obligatory "try one" bite. State Street Eating House + Cocktails is owned by the same people that introduced us to tapas restaurant "Beso", which I recently tried, and awarded it my "Best Restaurant in Sarasota" award. This restaurant belongs in the "Restaurant Hall of Fame" of Sarasota or even US restaurants. I love it! My waiter, Dana, was super attentive and impressive. His vast knowledge of the drink and food menu was spot-on and his candor and expertise added to the whole evening's experience. What an amazing restaurant! I can't wait to book my next reservation and I'm kicking myself for not trying it sooner. Cheers! Dietary restrictions: I appreciate they were mindful of my cow's milk allergy which makes eating out difficult since most dishes have butter and/or cheese. Thank you for helping me feel confident about eating here.“

“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.“

“Lila Restaurant on Main Street is a real find! Cozy atmosphere, helpful staff, and a convenient menu. I found a wide selection of organic vegetarian and vegan dishes! The Lila salad is a simply amazing combination of greens, vegetables, dressing, and an incredible seed cracker! They also have plenty of options for non-vegetarians, so it would be great to come back with friends next time!“

“I will be back . Yummy everything“

“We have been wanting something new and different and we have no regrets. My husband had the ribs with the most delicious au gratin potatoes and my chicken marsala was perfect. We will be back and will be sure to have room for the banana fosters sundae“

“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.“

“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!“

“We went for Burger special Night on Tuesday! Jess was our bartender, she was very attentive! I ordered the Fin & Tonic burger and my husband ordered the Southwest Burger, both came out looking amazing, the French fries were hot and nice and crispy, burgers were great, I was so full I couldn’t finish mine but they were both awesome!!“

“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.“

“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!“

“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“

“The food was great and the atmosphere top notch! However, our waiter seemed new and waited 20 minutes between coming back to our table. Coffee refill, 20 minutes. Second English muffin, 20 minutes before I could order. Check after knowing we were finished, 20 minutes. Luckily we weren’t in a huge hurry, but if it would have been busy, I can’t imagine how long it’d take. Overall though, we will be back for the great food.“

“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!!“

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

“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.“

“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“

“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!“

“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!“

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

“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!“

“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 🌴🇺🇸😘🌞“

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

“evoq restaurant in the Westin was great! We only had breakfast, but if their lunch and dinner is anything like their breakfast, you probably won't be disappointed. The food is delicious, prepared with great detail and generous portions. If you're staying at the Westin, no need to look any further than evoq for your morning start. We ate breakfast here both mornings and all meals were excellent! We had the classic eggs benedict, the quinoa power bowl, the banana Foster's French toast, and the ham and cheese omelette with braised pork belly and tavern ham. Perfectly done! Tables available street side. It was a bit noisy but manageable.“

“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.“

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

“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 ⭐️“

“Food is Awesome, Staff is Awesome and what more can we say... Superior!!“

“This is truly a very special place. The food, wine, service and ambiance is exceptional!“