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Michael's on East - Main Dining Room - Michael's On East, Sarasota, FL

Michael's On East

4.8
4.8
5601 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 18 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Romantic
Serving "inspired cuisine" since 1987, the celebrated Michael’s On East restaurant takes fine dining to another level, offering award-winning cuisine and outstanding service, in an exceptional 1940s supper club atmosphere. Michael's On East has been inducted into Nation's Restaurant News Fine Dining Hall of Fame and recently received their 34th consecutive AAA Four-Diamond Award. The 350+ bottle wine list has been awarded the Best of Award of Excellence by the Wine Spectator!

Upon entering the dining room, you are immediately dazzled by the plush design and inspired décor. The restaurant’s intimate aura, along with its contemporary flare, world-class wine cellar and incomparable service, create an unparalleled dining experience.

Michael's Lounge, complete with a grand piano, is a guest favorite with its signature cocktails and award winning wine selection.

Michael’s Atrium for outdoor dining is a stunning glass-covered, plant-filled courtyard with a beautiful flowing fountain.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Steak, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Bar Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Carry Out and Delivery Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (941) 366-0007
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Jamil Pineda
  • Catering
    Michael's has multiple other venues for your special events. Whatever the occasion, the staff of Michael's On East are in the business of creating memorable events. From dazzling galas for 1,000 or more, to an intimate candlelit dinner for two, we pride ourselves on providing Sarasota's finest cuisine and the best service on Florida's Gulf Coast!
  • Private party facilities
    For an unparalleled dining and wine tasting experience, your guests will never forget, experience Michael's Wine Cellar. One of Sarasota's hippest locations to entertain, Michael's Wine Cellar can accommodate 125 guests for a cocktail party or up to 50 for an elegant sit-down dinner.
  • Neighborhood
    Sarasota
  • Cross street
    Bahia Vista
  • Parking details
    We offer both Valet and Self-Parking. Valet Parking is located on East Ave.
  • Entertainment
    Enjoy live music nightly in the Michael's On East Piano Bar Lounge. Joe Micals, Tuesday - Saturday, beginning at 7 p.m.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 5,601 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Great for fine wines

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Good for special occasions

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Michael's On East offers a "wonderful dining experience" with "outstanding food" and "superb service." Known for its romantic ambiance and extensive wine list, the restaurant is perfect for special occasions. Guests appreciate the attentive staff and "perfectly prepared" dishes, making it a beloved spot in Sarasota.

5,601 Reviews
  1. Carlos

    VIP

    Chicago

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    This restaurant is overrated! The service was bad. It took a long time for them to bring our food. They were definitely understaffed. The food was not as good as described in the reviews. Very disappointing experience.

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  2. ROMEO

    VIP

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always great food and excellent service. I can recommend time and time again

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  3. bill

    Tampa

    17 reviews

    2.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    Seated us in the lounge in a very dark booth with a wobbly table. I guess I should have asked to be reseated but the piano player in the lounge sounded good so I figured what the heck. My bad. The fish entree was not very good. Expected much better food quality for the money. I've had better meals at Applebee's.
    Michael's On EastResponded today
    Hello bill, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at Michael's On East. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the piano player in our lounge, but we're sorry to learn that other aspects of your visit didn't meet your expectations. We take pride in our food quality and it's disappointing to hear that you found it not up to par. We will certainly take your feedback into account as we continuously strive to improve our food and overall dining experience. We hope you'll give us another chance to impress you in the future. Best regards, Michael's On East Management Team

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  4. Saleika

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    In spite of a glitch in the computer system with the kitchen, our evening was quite delightful. It took a few minutes for our meals to arrive but our server and management were very accommodating. They kept us informed. The meals were nice size portions and very tasty. The lobster bisque was one of the best I have ever had. The bronzina was free of bones and the portion was sufficient for two meals. The Chilean Sea Bass
    Michael's On EastResponded today
    Hello Saleika, We're delighted to hear that you had a delightful evening at Michael's On East! It's great to know that our team was able to quickly rectify the kitchen issue and that you enjoyed your meals, especially the lobster bisque and Chilean Sea Bass. Your kind words about our meals and service are greatly appreciated. We strive to provide a memorable dining experience for all our guests and it's heartening to hear we hit the mark for you. We hope to see you again soon! Best Regards, The Management Team

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  5. Lori

    VIP

    New York City

    31 reviews

    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We came for the prix fixed Northern Italian dinner. It was so good, we thoroughly enjoyed our meal. Our server, Tamara, was very nice and friendly.
    Michael's On EastResponded today
    Hey Lori, We're absolutely thrilled to hear that you had such a wonderful time at Michael's On East! It's fantastic to know that our Northern Italian prix-fixe meal hit the spot for you. We're also glad to hear that our server, Tamara, made your experience even better. Your kind words mean a lot to us. We look forward to serving you again soon! Best regards, The Management Team

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  6. David

    Tampa

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Katee provide us with excellent Service. And the food was delicious as always. We opted for the epicurean menu from northern Italy this time around. And we’re not disappointed
    Michael's On EastResponded today
    Thanks for the feedback, David! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our service and food. It's always a pleasure to provide you with the best dining experience possible at Michael's On East. We're delighted that you're satisfied with the epicurean menu from northern Italy. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  7. Joan

    San Francisco

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service are exceptional…. as usual. We were seated next to a side door being used by staff and patrons to access the outdoor seating area. Not only was the traffic annoying but every time the door opened, we got a gush of cold air (yes, Sarasota has its cold weather). We mentioned this to Freddie, our server, and within 5 minutes, he moved us to another table. He and the other team members are top notch. The food never disappoints us.

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  8. Al

    Naples

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The ultimate fine dinning experience in Sarasota continues to help us celebrate our birthdays and anniversary with great food and excellent service.
    Michael's On EastResponded today
    Thanks for the review, Al! We're thrilled to hear that you had a memorable dining experience at Michael's On East. It's always a pleasure to be part of our special occasions. We're glad that you enjoyed the food and found our service excellent. Your kind words truly mean a lot to us. We look forward to serving you again in the future!

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  9. Colleen

    VIP

    Washington DC

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Best food and service in town! Love the epicurean menu and the amazing cocktail list!
    Michael's On EastResponded today
    Thanks for visiting us, Colleen! We're thrilled to hear that you love our food and service and our cocktail list. It's always a pleasure to serve a customer who appreciates our menu and takes the time to share their feedback. We're glad you consider Michael's On East the best in town. Looking forward to serving you again soon!

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  10. Bridget

    VIP

    Tallahassee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent night out as always. Michael’s on East is our favorite. We really enjoy their standard menu and the 3 course travel themed menus. Last night our server Tamara was excellent and added to our dining enjoyment. Thank You!
    Michael's On EastResponded today
    Hey Bridget, Thank you for your glowing review! We're overjoyed to hear that you had an excellent night out at Michael's on East. It's always a pleasure to serve you and we're thrilled that you enjoy our standard menu and the travel themed 3-course menus. Your kind words mean a lot to us. We look forward to your next visit. Best, The Management Team

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FAQs

Michael's On East offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 366-0007.

Michael's On East is rated 4.8 stars by 5601 OpenTable diners.

Michael's On East does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 18 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Michael's On East

1212 East Avenue South, Sarasota, FL 34239

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Bahia Vista
  • Neighborhood
    Sarasota
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Bar Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Carry Out and Delivery Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Steak, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    We offer both Valet and Self-Parking. Valet Parking is located on East Ave.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jamil Pineda
  • Entertainment
    Enjoy live music nightly in the Michael's On East Piano Bar Lounge. Joe Micals, Tuesday - Saturday, beginning at 7 p.m.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (941) 366-0007
  • Catering
    Michael's has multiple other venues for your special events. Whatever the occasion, the staff of Michael's On East are in the business of creating memorable events. From dazzling galas for 1,000 or more, to an intimate candlelit dinner for two, we pride ourselves on providing Sarasota's finest cuisine and the best service on Florida's Gulf Coast!
  • Private party facilities
    For an unparalleled dining and wine tasting experience, your guests will never forget, experience Michael's Wine Cellar. One of Sarasota's hippest locations to entertain, Michael's Wine Cellar can accommodate 125 guests for a cocktail party or up to 50 for an elegant sit-down dinner.
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