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

Michael's On East

4.7
4.7
5632 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 36 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Fancy
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 5,632 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Great for fine wines

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Michael's On East consistently delivers "a 5 star experience," with exquisite food and "exemplary" service. Regulars rave about the innovative Epicurean menu, offering themed dining experiences. Highlights include "amazing food," "perfectly cooked" dishes, and an "extensive wine list." The ambiance is perfect for celebrations, making it a Sarasota favorite.

5,632 Reviews
  1. Jack

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our experience with Michaels was awesome. Food and service was excellent.

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  2. Tim

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The menu is innovative and delicious. The service was attentive and unobtrusive. We will be back!
    Michael's On EastResponded today
    Hey Tim, Thank you so much for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our unique menu and found it to be delicious. It's wonderful to know that our service met your expectations. We're looking forward to welcoming you back to Michael's On East soon. Best wishes, The Management Team

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  3. Vic

    VIP

    Tampa

    116 reviews

    5.0

    116 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent evening for my wife's birthday. Nice experience at the bar for a pre dinner cocktail and moved to a comfortable table in the dining room. Service was attentive, professional, and friendly. Food was excellent, prepared to perfection. Great choice for a nice evening out!
    Michael's On EastResponded today
    Hi Vic, We're thrilled to hear that you had an excellent evening at Michael's On East on your wife's birthday! It's great to know that our bar service and dining experience added to the celebration. We're also pleased to hear that you found our food to be prepared to perfection and that you appreciated our attentive, professional, and friendly service. Your kind words mean a lot to us. We hope to welcome you back for another great evening out! Best regards, The Management Team

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  4. Mick

    VIP

    Tampa

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Michaels is our favorite restaurant for FINE DINING in Sarasota!! They set the bar for their menu, wine list, and service. Appetizer was their mussels in wine sauce. Ask for extra bread to dip into the yummy sauce. Followed by a wedge salad Our main course was the Pomano in a veggie sauce. Absolutely 💯 outstanding. We finished with their ice cream and chocolate cake. What a great meal. Love it!
    Michael's On EastResponded today
    Thanks for the feedback, Mick! We're thrilled to hear that Michael's On East is your favorite spot for fine dining. It's great to know that you enjoyed our mussels in wine sauce, wedge salad, and the Pomano. We're glad you loved the extra bread and the dessert as well. Your kind words truly made our day! We can't wait to welcome you back soon for another great meal. Cheers!

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  5. Mary Lou

    VIP

    Tampa

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had another wonderful meal at Michael’s. We sampled the French Epicurean menu and were pleased with our choices. My husband had the butternut squash and sweet potato soup and the Scottish salmon, and I had crawfish beignets and veal scallops with Calvados. The desserts are all made in house, even the ice cream which accompanied my almond cake! Everything was delicious! Our server Kelly, and attendant Isabel were friendly and attentive. Having Michael stop by the table always adds a nice touch. He makes everyone feel welcome! We’ll be back again soon.
    Michael's On EastResponded today
    Hello Mary Lou, We're delighted to hear that you had another wonderful meal at Michael's On East! It's great to know that you enjoyed our French Epicurean menu and found your choices to your liking. We're thrilled that you enjoyed the butternut squash and sweet potato soup, Scottish salmon, and the desserts made in-house! Your kind words about our staff and their attentive service are greatly appreciated. We're looking forward to welcoming you back soon! Best regards, Michael's On East Management Team

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  6. Chad

    Charlotte

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this place. One of our favorites in Sarasota. You'll need a reservation but it's worth it.
    Michael's On EastResponded today
    Thanks for visiting us, Chad! We're thrilled to hear that Michael's On East is one of your favorites in Sarasota. We understand that making a reservation can be a consideration, and we appreciate your patience. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed our food and service. We always strive to provide a great value for our guests. We look forward to serving you again soon.

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  7. Karen

    Greater Boston

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic service and food. Great attention to detail. Easy parking with valet service. We were seated by the door leading to the outside dining, it being a cooler night there was a bit of a chill each time the door opened. Not enough of an issue to ask to be moved. The restaurant did get a bit loud as the night went on.
    Michael's On EastResponded today
    Hi Karen, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed our service, food, and found our attention to detail to be great. We appreciate your feedback about the door opening and the noise level. We're always looking for ways to improve and your input is invaluable to us. We're glad you found our restaurant convenient and had a pleasant experience. We hope to see you again soon. Best, The Management Team

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  8. DR STEVE

    VIP

    New York City

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is ALWAYS fabulous as is our server Kristine. Always knows the menu very well as well as which dishes are gluten free. For special occasions, you can't beat Michaels & if you belong to Costco you can get cards that are 20% off ($79 for $100).
    Michael's On EastResponded today
    Thanks for the feedback, DR STEVE! We're thrilled to hear that you and your family always enjoy your meals at Michael's On East. It's great to know that our gluten-free options are your preference and that you appreciate our knowledge of the menu. We always aim to make special occasions memorable and we're glad to hear that we've succeeded. We're always here to serve you and your Costco friends, too! Best, The Management Team

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  9. Linda

    VIP

    Tallahassee

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    By far the best restaurant in Sarasota! We love going to dinner here. The food is so good! The servers are so professional and genuinely nice!
    Michael's On EastResponded today
    Hi Linda, Thank you for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that you consider Michael's On East the best restaurant in Sarasota. It's wonderful to know that our food, service, and value met your expectations. We truly appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back for another delightful dining experience soon. Best, The Management Team

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  10. Jose

    Atlantic City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything about this place is outstanding, from the way we were greeted to how we were served our coffee. The courtyard is amazing. All the food and service were exceptional. Our waiter, Freddy Carrillo anticipated our every needs and pampered us including serving us a Birthday cake and song on his own initiative.
    Michael's On EastResponded today
    Hello Jose, Thank you for your wonderful review. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Michael's On East, especially our courtyard and the exceptional service provided by our team. We're glad to know that our team was able to anticipate your every need and make your visit memorable. We're also glad that you appreciated our food and found it to be exceptional. We look forward to serving you again soon. Best regards, 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 4.7 stars by 5632 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 36 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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