Duval's Fresh. Local. Seafood.

4.7

5492 Reviews

$31 to $50

Seafood

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2 people

Dec 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 53 times today

Experiences are available.

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Charming

We are an eclectic eatery with a passion for stunning seafood, superb service, fine wine, and creative cocktails.

We are committed to serving only the freshest dishes to our guests. We receive fresh fish daily from our local suppliers and filet everything in house to ensure the best possible quality.

Together with our unique menu, our focus on excellent service allows us to deliver a one-of-a-kind dining experience in downtown Sarasota. Every menu item is prepared to order to allow for customization and personalization of each dish and to ensure you are getting the freshest possible meal.

Voted Sarasota's Best by Herald Tribune Readers:
Best All-Around Restaurant (2019-2023)
Best Seafood Restaurant (2016-2023)
Best Sandwich for our renowned Po' Boy (2016-2022)
Best Lunch (2020-2022)
Thank you, Sarasota!

For parties of 8 or more, a gratuity of 18% will be added to the check.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Continental, Fusion / Eclectic
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(941) 312-4001
Website
http://www.duvalsfreshlocalseafood.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
If you are interested in having your next special event catered, please contact us for more information, we will customize our menu to meet your needs! We can design a perfect menu for your event including any of our entrees, sandwiches, soups, salads, desserts, sides, selections you imagine, etc.
Private party facilities
Duval's hosts wine dinners and private parties with proper notice. Please call the restaurant and ask for Jonathan Van Dyke for more information.

Location
1435 Main Street, Sarasota, FL 34236
Neighborhood
Sarasota
Cross street
Central and Main
Parking details
We offer a free local shuttle, and free local delivery. Call or text 941-374-3996 with your location, the # in your party, and time for pick up, and the Shuttle will pick you up and drop you off at Duval’s! Visit www.DuvalsFLS.com/Shuttle for more info.
Public transit
Park anywhere downtown and call our Free Local Shuttle to be driven to our front door! (There's also a bus station at Orange and First, about a block away if you're taking the bus in.)
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

New Year's Eve 3-Course Dinner at Duval's
Dec 31, 2024 only
Ring in 2025 at Duval's with a 3-course dinner! REGULAR DINNER MENU AND HAPPY HOUR MENU NOT AVAILABLE AFTER 3PM $89 Per Person, Select One From Each Course First Course Fresh Catch Crudo Beef Tenderloin Tartar Crab and Shrimp Chowder Second Course Ora King Salmon: Chilled orzo salad, creamy herb salmon roe sauce Ribeye: Roasted garlic parmesan mashed potatoes, broccolini, black garlic compound butter Chef’s Fresh Catch: Clams, roasted fennel, heirloom cherry tomato, garlic gremolata, tomato broth Third Course Decadent Chocolate Cake Orange White Chocolate Brûlée Alternative Options to Coursed Menu (Includes choice of dessert): Land & Sea Alfredo | $74 Ribeye | $74 Grilled Seafood Sampler | $74

Popular dishes

Lump Crab Cake$18.50
Spiced lemon remoulade
Caribbean Crab & Shrimp Cakes$13.00
Chipotle remoulade & Street slaw
Coconut Curry Mussels$16.00
1lb of Prince Edward Islando Mussels sauteed with scallions, sesame seed, toasted coconut, red curry
Shaved Steak Spring Rolls$15.50
Knucklehead sauce, caramelized sweet onion, garlic, cheese blend
Rockefeller Shrimp$15.50
Bacon, onion, garlic, cream, yukon gold potatoes
Siesta Key Calamari$16.00
Calamari rings, spice rubbed and fried, cucumber, banana peppers, bell peppers, pineapple, ginger beer gastrique
Eggplant Rollatini$13.00
Thinly sliced eggplant, mozzarella, ricotta, and parmesan cheeses, marinara, garlic herb oil

Soups, Salads & Sides

New England Clam Chowder
- Cup$7.00
- Bowl$9.50
Lobster-Full Bisque
sherry, diced lobster, creme fraiche
- Cup$11.50
- Bowl$13.50
Duval's Signature Salad$11.50
Mixed Greens, raspberry vinaigrette, bleu cheese, cashews, grape tomato, red onion
Classic Caesar$10.50
Chopped romaine, parmesan cheese, croutons
- Add anchovies$2.00
The Wonderful Wedge$12.00
Crumbled Bleu cheese, candied bacon, sweet onion, grape tomato, bleu cheese dressing, balsamic reduction

Entrees

Fish & Chips$21.00
Duval's battered North Atlantic cod, French fries, tartar sauce, lemon
Scallops Rockefeller$49.50
Seared U10 sea scallops, roast Yukon potatoes, spinach, bacon sambuca cream sauce, crisp oysters
Ocean Scampi$35.00
1/2 Lobster tail, shrimp, lemon, white wine, garlic, butter, gremolata, linguini
Seafood Bouillabaisse$43.00
1/2 Lobster tail, shrimp, PEI mussels, calamari, filet of fish, tomato, fennel broth
Crisp Fried Chicken Cutlet Parmesan$24.00
Marinara, mozzarella cheese, parmesan, cavatappi pasta
6oz Filet Mignon$47.00
Served over potato gnocchi, beech mushrooms, baby kale, carrots. Demi Glaze.
- Rare
- Medium Rare
- Medium
- Medium Well
- Well
Pan Roasted Salmon$33.00
Citrus lemon aioli, roast Yukon gold potatoes, spinach
Lobster Mac n' Cheese$31.00
Lobster, cavatappi pasta, creamy cheese sauce, hint of garlic, topped with panko bread crumbs
Duval's Seafood Sampler$49.50
Lobster Tail, shrimp & U10 sea scallops grilled, over roasted potatoes, spinach, garlic, & onions, side of clarified butter
- Add 4oz Lump Crab Cake$14.00
Sesame Crusted Tuna$28.00
Scallions, bell peppers, cucumber, cabbage, peanuts, noodles, peanut dressing

Desserts

Creme Brulee$11.00
with seasonal berries
Duval's Signature Bread Pudding$11.00
Our signature bread pudding made with cherry, cheese, and apple Danishes, Chantilly cream
Carrot Cake$14.00
Traditional NY Style with a graham cracker crust
Key Lime Pie$11.00
Traditional house-made key lime pie
Honeybell Cake$11.50
Warm Orange-Honeybell cake, chantilly cream, melba sauce, creme anglaise and a candied orange slice
Chocolate Flourless Lava Cake$11.50
Bursting with a smooth, rich center. Topped with ice cream. Served with chocolate, caramel, chantilly cream and seasonal berries

Seasonal Fresh Catch

Seasonal Fresh Catch$38.00
We serve the freshest fish the market has to offer. Chef selected, and filleted in house. Chef's choice of fresh catch, served over seasonal rice pilaf and asparagus, pan seared with lemon butter on the side.
- Blackened
- Pan Seared
- Grilled
- Pan Seared W/ Lump Crab Cake$14.00

Sides

Sweet Potato Fries$7.50
French Fries$5.50
Seasonal Rice Pilaf$5.50
Grilled Vegetables$7.50
Sauteed Spinach$5.50
Side of Roast Yukon Potatoes$5.50

What 5,492 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
4.6Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

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Sarasota / Bradenton
Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Duval's Fresh. Local. Seafood. in Sarasota is celebrated for its exceptional seafood, "amazing service," and welcoming atmosphere. Guests rave about dishes like ahi tuna, seafood pasta, and key lime pie. The attentive staff, including standout servers like Brianna and Jesse, enhance the dining experience, making it a "favorite" spot for locals and visitors alike.

5,491 Reviews

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Randy
VIP
Tampa
87 reviews
5.0
87 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Sat outside at lunch at Duval's. A very pleasant experience -- delicious food, excellent service from Raechel, and very reasonable prices. Lots of good stuff on the menu to choose from. I had the Shrimp Po-Boy 1/2 sandwich and chowder, quite the bargain at $13.50. My wife enjoyed her grill shrimp, too. Quiet setting outside. Only negative: $14.50 for a Vodka Gimlet. We will definitely go back, but, skip the cocktail.
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Al
Nashville
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service and food were amazing! We had a wonderful time dining outside.
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Todd
New York City
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Very inattentive service. Did not refill beverages despite a few requests…
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Katie
VIP
Philadelphia
300 reviews
4.0
300 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
Excellent quality of fish, and decent value, but lacking ambiance. Softer lighting in dining room would be nice too.
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Bob
Naples
41 reviews
5.0
41 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Duvals is one of the best restaurants in Sarasota for selection of seafood dishes. They're prepared perfectly. We've never been disappointed with our meals. One great feature Duvals offers is a complimentary shuttle that offers door to door service. It's especially convenient when downtown parking spaces are hard to find.
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Disappointed
Tampa
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
The food was delicious. My husband is British and very picky about his fish and chips and he thought the fish and chips there was excellent. Martini’s are $8 during Happy Hour, which is excellent value.
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Gordon
VIP
Tallahassee
34 reviews
5.0
34 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another GREAT meal at Duval’s. Great variety. Wonderful service.
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Charlotta
VIP
Orlando
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on December 19, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
We have gone here for years for lunch as they had a very good deal and very good tasing Poo-Boy sandwich combo deal with either salad or soup. They no longer carry this combo meal which is very sad as it was a tradition for us to go there for lunch when we started our vacation. Taste is still amazing.
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Andrew
Tampa
33 reviews
5.0
33 reviews
Dined on December 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service and selection. We sat outside and the food came out promptly and was delicious!
Duval's Fresh. Local. Seafood.Responded 7 days ago
Thank you so much for the 5-star review! We are glad you enjoyed your dining experience and we hope to see you again soon! Kelly D. Marketing Director
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Tamela
Tampa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
GREAT FOOD AND SERVICE , THE GROUPER WAS THE BEST.WE WILL BE GOING BACK SOON
Duval's Fresh. Local. Seafood.Responded 7 days ago
Thank you so much for the 5-star review! We are glad you enjoyed your dining experience and we hope to see you again soon! Kelly D. Marketing Director
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FAQs

Duval's Fresh. Local. Seafood. offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Duval's Fresh. Local. Seafood. also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 312-4001.

Duval's Fresh. Local. Seafood. is rated 4.7 stars by 5492 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 53 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Duval's Fresh. Local. Seafood.

1435 Main Street, Sarasota, FL 34236

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Central and Main
Neighborhood
Sarasota
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Continental, Fusion / Eclectic
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
We offer a free local shuttle, and free local delivery. Call or text 941-374-3996 with your location, the # in your party, and time for pick up, and the Shuttle will pick you up and drop you off at Duval’s! Visit www.DuvalsFLS.com/Shuttle for more info.
Public transit
Park anywhere downtown and call our Free Local Shuttle to be driven to our front door! (There's also a bus station at Orange and First, about a block away if you're taking the bus in.)
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.duvalsfreshlocalseafood.com/
Phone number
(941) 312-4001
Catering
If you are interested in having your next special event catered, please contact us for more information, we will customize our menu to meet your needs! We can design a perfect menu for your event including any of our entrees, sandwiches, soups, salads, desserts, sides, selections you imagine, etc.
Private party facilities
Duval's hosts wine dinners and private parties with proper notice. Please call the restaurant and ask for Jonathan Van Dyke for more information.

Duval's Fresh. Local. Seafood.

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

100 Tampa / Central Florida West Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

50 Tampa Restaurants to Connect In For Mother's Day

New Year's Eve 3-Course Dinner at Duval's

Seafood Bruschetta

Key Lime Pie

Creme Brulee

Appetizers

Lump Crab Cake$18.50

Caribbean Crab & Shrimp Cakes$13.00

Coconut Curry Mussels$16.00

Shaved Steak Spring Rolls$15.50

Rockefeller Shrimp$15.50

Siesta Key Calamari$16.00

Eggplant Rollatini$13.00

Soups, Salads & Sides

New England Clam Chowder

Lobster-Full Bisque

Duval's Signature Salad$11.50

Classic Caesar$10.50

The Wonderful Wedge$12.00

Entrees

Fish & Chips$21.00

Scallops Rockefeller$49.50

Ocean Scampi$35.00

Seafood Bouillabaisse$43.00

Crisp Fried Chicken Cutlet Parmesan$24.00

6oz Filet Mignon$47.00

Pan Roasted Salmon$33.00

Lobster Mac n' Cheese$31.00

Duval's Seafood Sampler$49.50

Sesame Crusted Tuna$28.00

Desserts

Creme Brulee$11.00

Duval's Signature Bread Pudding$11.00

Carrot Cake$14.00

Key Lime Pie$11.00

Honeybell Cake$11.50

Chocolate Flourless Lava Cake$11.50

Seasonal Fresh Catch

Seasonal Fresh Catch$38.00

Sides

Sweet Potato Fries$7.50

French Fries$5.50

Seasonal Rice Pilaf$5.50

Grilled Vegetables$7.50

Sauteed Spinach$5.50

Side of Roast Yukon Potatoes$5.50

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

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Does Duval's Fresh. Local. Seafood. offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Duval's Fresh. Local. Seafood. restaurant rated?

Is Duval's Fresh. Local. Seafood. currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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