5 Best Comfort Food Restaurants in Sarasota

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1. CUBA 1958 - Sarasota

4.5

Awesome(66)

Price: Expensive

• Cuban • Sarasota

Booked 12 times today

Infused with the legacy of a prestigious Cuban restaurant in New Jersey, a part of this family's culinary lineage, the new Cuban restaurant in Sarasota, Florida, promises to be a beacon of excellence and authenticity. Building on the reputation and expertise garnered from their successful establishment up north, this new venture aims to elevate the dining experience in Sarasota by offering a refined yet soulful menu that reflects the family's dedication to quality and tradition. From classic dishes that have graced the tables of their renowned Jersey restaurant to innovative creations that push the boundaries of Cuban cuisine, every bite tells a story of passion, expertise, and a commitment to culinary excellence that spans generations. This new restaurant is not just a place to eat; it's a destination where food becomes art and tradition meets innovation in a celebration of the vibrant flavors of Cuba.

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2. Dry Dock Waterfront Grill

4.9

Exceptional(9228)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Longboat Key

Booked 119 times today

The Dry Dock Waterfront Grill is a “polished casual” restaurant over looking Sarasota Bay. We are located at the south end of Longboat Key behind the gas station. We are north of St. Armand’s Circle, and minutes from downtown Sarasota. Best known for Local Fresh Grouper and Red Snapper. Enjoy the second story dining area with a panaramic view of the bay, or enjoy dining outdoors on our dockside patio.

3. Baker & Wife

4.8

Exceptional(2005)

Price: Expensive

• Global, International • Sarasota

Booked 17 times today

BAKER & WIFE is a comfortable, casual cafe committed to fresh, high-quality food and driven by our passion for handcrafted cuisine and cocktails. Inspiration is sourced globally, ingredients are sourced locally.This unique perspective on comfort food is the epitome of BAKER & WIFE:simple, delicious, and it just feels good.

4. Evoq

4.0

Excellent(325)

Price: Expensive

• American • Sarasota

True to its name, EVOQ is designed to evoke a sense of casual elegance. Here, classic comfort food is re-imagined in healthy, craveable ways. Indulge in dishes featuring quality ingredients including aged steaks and the freshest seafood.

A photo of Flavio's Brick Oven Bar - Siesta Key restaurant

5. Flavio's Brick Oven Bar - Siesta Key

4.7

Exceptional(1455)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Siesta Key

Booked 17 times today

Our casual restaurant has a retro contemporary theme which includes a carved wood bar topped with marble, granite table tops and bright turquoise and red accents flanking the wood-burning brick oven. Terrace seating is shared with our fine dining concept Bella Roma. Flavio, a third-generation chef from Venice, Italy, says his Farinata is not available anywhere else in the area. The thin pancake (much like a tortilla) is made of chickpeas, baked in the wood-burning oven and enhanced with rosemary and other savory toppings. Among Flavio's thin-crust pizzas (his grandfather's recipes) are the popular Quattro Stagioni (fresh mozzarella, mushrooms, prosciutto, olives) and the Pizza Vegetariana with assorted grilled veggies. The rustic bread and focaccia are made on the premises. Flavio's also serves up house-made pasta dishes, plus veal and seafood entrees. We look forward to serving you!

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5 restaurants available nearby

1. CUBA 1958 - Sarasota

2. Dry Dock Waterfront Grill

3. Baker & Wife

4. Evoq

5. Flavio's Brick Oven Bar - Siesta Key

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