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Wink Wink Modern Lounge Patio - Wink Wink Food and Drink, Sarasota, FL

Wink Wink Food and Drink

4.3
4.3
254 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
1290 Boulevard of the Arts, Sarasota, FL 34236-2900

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
11:00 PM
Booked 3 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Charming
At Wink Wink Food & Drink, we're inspired by the classic food and atmosphere of the 50s and 60s, like the chic supper clubs and breezy Tiki bars, but we serve it all up with a fun, modern twist. Our chef blends local ingredients and flavors to reinvent old favorites, offering dishes that are both a nod to the past and a taste of the contemporary.

In our lounge and pool bar, you'll discover a thoughtful selection of classic cocktails, each with a playful name that perfectly reflects our easygoing vibe. This blend of past and present creates an ideal setting for everyone – families, friends, and anyone in between – to come together and enjoy the moment.

We're dedicated to ensuring the quality and creativity of our cuisine and drinks--we take them seriously so you don't have to.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Pacific Rim
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–5:00 pm Bar Daily 11:00 am–12:00 am Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Donald Robinson
  • Private party facilities
    From inspiring collaborations to creative celebrations, thinking outside-the-box starts with not meeting in one. Wink Wink Modern Lounge offers a variety of venues for creatives, entrepreneurs and groups seeking an authentic, inspiring setting in the heart of downtown Sarasota.
  • Neighborhood
    Sarasota
  • Cross street
    Cocoanut Avenue
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Experiences

  • Mother's Day at Wink Wink!

    May 11, 2025 only
    Come spend Mother's Day Brunch at Wink Wink! We will feature a special brunch specials menu in addition to our lunch menu from 11AM until 4PM! Specials include smoked salmon benedict, bananas foster french toast, burrata salad, shrimp & grits, and ricotta toast! Finish off a fantastic meal with our mini beignets. We can't wait to celebrate with you! All special items are a la carte. Wink Wink offers complimentary valet through The Sarasota Modern.
    Mother's Day at Wink Wink! Photo

What 254 people are saying

Wink Wink Food and Drink reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Tampa / Central Florida West

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Wink Wink Food and Drink, nestled inside The Modern Hotel, is celebrated for its "creative menu" and "phenomenal food and cocktails." Known for its "great, fun vibe" and "excellent service," it offers both vegan and non-vegan options. A hidden gem, it's a "delightful surprise" with standout dishes like Brussels sprouts and scallops.
254 Reviews
  1. Amy

    Tampa1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great time there. Delicious food and drinks. Our server was outstanding!

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  2. Cori VIP

    Phoenix6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Quinoa salad and the burger were amazing. They have a spicy Margarita that is delicious! The service is impeccable and it just has a great, fun vibe.

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  3. Noreen

    Las Vegas5 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Made reservation showed up at 3:30 and there was nobody in the restaurant to greet us had to go to the hotel lobby and speak to them. They went in to get someone they came out and looked at us and never came to seat us. We waited for a couple more minutes had to go back to the hotel desk and ask for help again. After they went in to find the hostess, we were getting ready to leave and then she came out. We decided to give it a chance and have food. It was par at best. Also service was very slow, considering we were the only people in the restaurant. Extremely disappointing will not go back. 

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  4. Rob VIP

    Tampa25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I stay at this hotel on a regular basis and tend not to eat in hotel restaurants. I’m really glad I tried Wink Wink as dinner was great. I had the Tuna Poke bowl and it was great!

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  5. Emily

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wink Wink was amazing for our bachelorette weekend! Our server was so sweet and accommodating. Would definitely go back again!

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  6. John VIP

    Houston50 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    We had a few cocktails, which were well made. Obviously a mixologist at the bar. The smoked old-fashioned was quite good Lemon drop was well done as The Brussel sprouts with goat cheese and apricot was delightful. Good app We had the grouper and the scallops. Both were very good. Scallops were cooked perfectly And the purée of carrot and peas looks awkward, but tied well together. It was delicious. Interesting artistry.  It is a hotel bar and restaurant. It is a bit pricey, even for Sarasota. But we’re glad we visited.  

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  7. Linda VIP

    San Francisco9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Grouper was delicious! The bartender suggested 2 appetizers that were also delicious. We will be back.

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  8. Richard VIP

    Tampa64 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We ordered the meatloaf, and I didn't realize it would be wrapped in bacon. I like bacon, but I didn't like that, so I removed it. It had a strange consistency, but it was tasty. The Japanese potato puree was excellent but wasn't hot so that was strange, and it also came with broccolini that wasn't hot but was super spicy. Then we had the apple hot pie that was excellent. Service and drinks were very good. Price was normal and we really liked the atmosphere.

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  9. George VIP

    Dubai12 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Great little spot for some good food! The al fresco dining area needs attention.

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  10. Irene VIP

    Las Vegas10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were very happy as they were extremely accommodating as we are both vegan as they went out of their way to give us wonderful options, which were unbelievably touchy tasty 😋

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FAQs

Wink Wink Food and Drink offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 906-1290.

Wink Wink Food and Drink is rated 4.3 stars by 254 OpenTable diners.

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

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  3. Tampa / Central Florida West
  4. Sarasota / Bradenton
  5. Sarasota

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Booked 3 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Wink Wink Food and Drink

1290 Boulevard of the Arts, Sarasota, FL 34236-2900

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Cocoanut Avenue
  • Neighborhood
    Sarasota
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–5:00 pm Bar Daily 11:00 am–12:00 am Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Pacific Rim
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Donald Robinson
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    From inspiring collaborations to creative celebrations, thinking outside-the-box starts with not meeting in one. Wink Wink Modern Lounge offers a variety of venues for creatives, entrepreneurs and groups seeking an authentic, inspiring setting in the heart of downtown Sarasota.
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