50 Best Seafood Restaurants in Sarasota

“Great happy hour at Brine the other day after a successful closing on my clients condo. Opted out for a nice Absolute Cosmo $8 and 6 happy hr oysters, Sweet Lucy that evening. Decided to have more 🦪, picked a variety along w Lemon crush cocktail . Light delicious dinner in the books. Looking forward to trying other things on their delectable menu.“

“Great food, service, and atmosphere!“

“Love all the food! And the music at night outside.“

“Nice atmosphere & food was delicious“

“Just had lunch at Spearfish Grille and had a great experience with Adriana as our server. She is very attentive and has a great personality which makes her very personable with customer’s. Thank you for the excellent food and experience!“

“Incredible food, drinks and service at Veronica's Fish and Oyster Bar last night for our Anniversary 💍🍾🥂 Highly recommend! We shared the octopus appetizer. My hubby had the skirt steak. I had the whole branzino (not pictured BC the photo was too blurry) it came with the Greek salad. We shared the wild mushrooms and the roasted Brussel sprouts. They also have a fabulous selfie mirror in the ladies room 😍 Our waitress Alexandra was amazing and even brought us a free dessert to celebrate 🥳“

“Fresh fish prepared well awesome sides to choose from. Great small joint vibe with Live Music and an awesome back yard. Get there early the line gets deep fast. 10 out of 10!!“

“great take out services, plus DELICIOUS food“

“The seafood sampler was delicious- the scallops melt in your mouth like butter. The ocean scampi was good, but the garlic was a bit overpowering. Pleasant staff and comfortable outdoor seating… it was nice for a higher end meal.“

“Great location, excellent food and wonderful service. Lyuda was our server and she was awesome!!!“

“I come here every Friday and Tuesday. Best beer in town and PigFish has best pub food I’ve found here, they should expand the menu slightly. Side note I only eat meat if I know it’s not sourced Sysco, US Foods, etc, Pigfish has a good vibe“

“Snow crab and hushpuppies are stupid fire 🔥🔥“

“can't have enough superlatives for this local fish themed restaurant. as well as fish and seafood, there are some carnivore options as well. portions and pricing attractively appointed too. give it a try. you won't b disappointed.“

“Great people and great service stopped in last night looking for some fresh sea food to bring home to Tennessee I got gulf shrimp salmon and mahi. Very friendly and professional they even iced down my cooler which was nice! I’ll definitely be back to this must see stop!“

“Food and service is great!!! #RepeatCustomer“

“Ophelia’s is our favorite for a special dinner. Food is excellent, view is beautiful and the service is exceptional. Have never been disappointed. Menu changes daily and the options are top notch. Highly recommend!“

“Delicious and fresh seafood! Love this place! Brothers Jose and Juan are great team and always make you fell welcome.“

“Went there with a party of 28 people sat night they accommodated us within 45 minutes! Our Server Joe was exceptional extremely accommodating professional and extremely quick! His manager a female and I am sorry I can't remember her name was also out of this world accommodating professional and extremely kind! I just want ti thank both of you for a wonderful evening and we will definitely be back!!! Thanks Bacon“

“Food was excellent, as always. Our server, John, was the most friendly, knowledgeable and accommodating we have ever had! I must add we’ve been here countless times, but John set the bar sky high for future visits! You made our night, John. Thank you and I hope you’ll enjoy living in Florida as.much as we do.“

“We were able to get seats at the bar. We enjoyed ourselves. The bartender Jen was great. It was busy and she was on her toes as she was the only bartender but made sure everyone was taken care of. The expeditor was impressive. His name was Brody. It was great to see a young man being so attentive to what he was doing and making sure that the staff knew what was going on. Our food was delicious.“

“Really fresh and really tasty. Great stop if you're in the area.“

“Everyone did a great job making this a special dinner. I let them know in advance it was our 15th wedding anniversary. I did not expect all the special treatment we received, and we loved it.“

“After reading some amazing reviews, we decided to give the place a try. We were hesitant because of the location but still tried it. WE WERE BLOWN AWAY! This was the most amazing, flavorful seafood! We got a Combo C with garlic butter seasoning and it was PLENTY for the two of us! It was so tasty, would definitely recommend and can’t wait to come back!!“

“We just happened upon El Ceviche and with knowledge that ceviche was invented in Peru and I hadn't had it in a long time, we ventured in with no recommendation from anyone. What a find! Best shrimp ceviche ever! My husband ordered a beef dish, Lomo Saltado and said it was delicious. Peruvian corn was a real treat. This is on my Best Of list! Go. Eat. Enjoy.“

“Our favorite place! We go a few times a month for NE steamers, and occasionally a few other items! Today we both had NE steamers, I had a bowl of Manhattan clam chowder and my boyfriend had whole belly fried clam plate. The chowder was delicious. I have had Manhattan chowder a few other places but this was chuck full of clams and ingredients! Our server told me they make all chowder and soups homemade. Next time I’ll try NE chowder, only reason I didn’t was because I can’t have flour and most have that in it My boyfriend also loved his clams and we both always love the steamers. They have a fish market also so you can get something to take home and cook for the next evening! We always sit at the bar. All servers are friendly and polite. We have been there tons of times and always had excellent service and fabulous food! Prices are very reasonable and we highly recommend Captain Brian’s! They are closed on Sundays . Love love this gem of a place!!“

“amazing food! everything was delicious, definitely one of my favorite places“

“Last night we celebrated our 27th anniversary. Cannot believe it's been 27 years! We dined Deep Lagoon Seafood & Oyster House - Lakewood Ranch, FL I cannot say enough about Deep Lagoon. Even we arrived we had a reservation and I asked for a game near the window, but there was a small wait, like 10 or 15 minutes. No big deal, we waited patiently as I figured they needed to set up a table or wait for diners to leave. Once we were seated we ordered drinks and an appetizer. The manager brought us Crab Rangoon appetizer on the house because of the wait. We were surprised and assured her we weren't upset at all about the wait. We had a lovely meal, calamari was fantastic, the scallops and swordfish were outstanding. We Donaghy with mandarin orange creme brulee which they gave us on the house as well. Our server Josh was knowledgeable and helpful and very pleasant. Prices are good as well. We will definitely be back!“

“Delicious, reasonably priced food!!“

“Excellent food and atmosphere.“

“Great place to stop and cool off with a drink while shopping at St. Armand’s“

“This is truly a best kept secret of Sarasota. The food portions ,Quality and service are amazing. Oh i forgot to mention how clean thi.s restaurant is. This is the best of the best“

“this place is amazing on god very skibidi, dare i say“

“Food was great and drinks were great. Service was terrible, waitress (young blonde girl) never checked on us, always on her phone and asked for a box and she sat at a table and got on her phone instead.“

“Great food and staff!! Our favorite spot on Siesta Key. Go Buckeyes!!“

“We chose the Ritz-Carlton Sarasota to celebrate our wedding anniversary, and it turned out to be an unforgettable experience from start to finish. Every member of the staff was exceptionally courteous and attentive, making us feel genuinely welcomed and celebrated. Our dinner at Jack Dusty was nothing short of extraordinary—elegant, delicious, and filled with thoughtful touches. The entire team went out of their way to wish us a happy anniversary, but it was Jennifer who truly made the evening magical. She orchestrated every detail with grace and precision: our glasses were never empty, our meals were perfectly prepared, and the pacing of the evening was flawless. Her warm smile and genuine care made us feel incredibly special, and her presence elevated the entire experience. We extend our heartfelt thanks to Jennifer and the entire Ritz-Carlton Sarasota team for making our anniversary celebration so memorable. Your hospitality and kindness will stay with us for years to come.“

“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.“

“Food was superb. with the dessert being a surprize. Coming from Texas I am highly critical of place. The service was quick and effecient, and also knowledgable of the menu. Food was tremendous, from appetizer to entree. Desert was a surprise, with just the final touch of sweet. Only negstive was the condition of the restroom.“

“Absolutely delicious!, Small, intimate, great service, and oh so delicious“

“Excellent!!! the hostess was so friendly. the waitress very attentive . I highly recommend it !! I just moved from Texas . I'm so happy !!“

“This is the second time in 10 days that I was there! The service, atmosphere and food have always been excellent. The first time our waiter was Alex, and last night the waitress Glenda was also excellent. Great elegant restaurant in downtown Sarasota and coming from Manhattan NY, there are wonderful restaurants. Selva can definitely be on a 'TOP FIVE' list. THankyou“

“Excellent Italian cuisine. Service and food were outstanding. Highly recommended!!“

“I was very disappointed in my experience at Capital Grille tonight. It has for many years been a favorite of mine and my family for special occasions, family dinners, etc. For work I often bring staff and colleagues to Capital Grille because the food is consistent, service is great, and it's usually a great overall experience. Tonight I brought my mother to honor my father on the anniversary of his death just a year ago... Our meal and the service was fantastic. Unfortunately, at a table adjacent to us two guests were obnoxiously loud and several staff (waiters, manager, etc) were standing by them at the table conversing loudly nearly our entire meal. It was so loud it was difficult to talk, it was distracting, and frankly it ruined the evening altogether. I think the thing I found the most upsetting and off putting was the manager came over and asked how our meal was... and I shared with her very candidly how whatever was going on with the other table affected our experience and her response left me furious. When I mentioned what we had experienced she said “Oh, they are very discriminating guests who frequently visit and eat at Capital Grilles all over”. I even explained why we were at the restaurant (as a family honoring my dad) and she said something to the effect that we will have to make a note to sit them in another area. No attempt to show any real compassion or care for our experience. I've got news for you.... I spend THOUSANDS at your restaurant all over the country, and have frequently visited the Sarasota location and you treated us as though the two incredibly self important guests took president over our satisfaction. Though I wouldn't have accepted it, no concession was offered to do anything to account for our experience. I will say that our waitress was fantastic and the food was delicious as usual, unfortunately the entire experience with the other guests and the lack of actual give a damn from the manager left me irritated and speechless.“

“Wonderful surprise behind such a modest exterior. Terrific food, warm service and excellent vibes.“

“The food at Sardinia is exquisite. The atmosphere is elegant and the owner is very warm and friendly. I highly recommend this restaurant. One of the best in Sarasota! Will be returning there with friends and family many times.“

“Fabulous dinner! Fresh fish and perfectly seasoned. Highly recommend the Crab Cakes, Grouper Oscar, and Islamorada Piccata. And of course, the Key Lime pie for dessert. Our server, Carlyle was wonderful. Highly recommend!“

“I went to the location on the NE corner of Clark and Beneva. I've had the lengua and steak tacos 4 times now and can't stop coming back! The burrito...huge! Nice family run biz!“

“good authentic korean food with all the sides one could ask for“

“My husband and I just stopped in on our way home from Alabama and we were absolutely blown away by the food here! My husband’s steak could be cut with a fork it was so tender! Definitely looking forward to stopping in on our next road trip!“

“Fantastic spot! We went there for lunch today and had a great time. The food was spot on. I wish I had the downtown dip right now! We will be back!“

“First time I’ve ever walked in a restaurant and immediately felt like family. The Monkafella Oysters were amazing. The shrimp mmmm so good. The drinks were outstanding. The service was amazing as well. Me and wife already made plans to go back again next. Seen the bill and didn’t even care that’s how good the whole experience was. Thank you!!!!“