Where to Eat in UTC/Sarasota Areas

Consuming tasty food triggers the release of dopamine, a neurotransmitter that is involved in the brain reward system. This results in a pleasurable sensation, which motivates us to continue eating the food to experience the same feeling.

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Food goes beyond merely fueling our bodies; it offers pleasure, comfort, and a sense of connection. Embracing the identity of a "foodie" and exploring the culinary landscape is not just acceptable, but also advantageous for our overall well-being.

UTC Food Scene

Food is more than just a source of energy for our bodies. It also provides us with pleasure, comfort, and a sense of connection. Being a "foodie" and enjoying the culinary world is not only acceptable but also beneficial for our well-being.

Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar

Surf & Turf Molcajetes dish is truly one of my favorites. Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar Sarasota serves a diverse menu of authentic Mexican food in a vibrant, casual atmosphere, a favorite of the locals.

Location:: Lakewood Ranch, Sarasota, FL

Website: Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar

Brio Italian Grille, UCT Lakewood Ranch

Brio Italian Grille is an Italian restaurant chain that offers Tuscan-inspired grilled dishes, along with wine and cocktails, in a casual. They specialize in premium quality steaks, chops, seafood, made-to-order pasta, and flatb. You can find them in UTC, Sarasota, FL, and visit their website for more information.

Location:: UTC, Sarasota, FL

Website: Brio Italian Grille

Kore Steakhouse, UTC Sarasota

Enjoy our unique tabletop grilling experience. With 20 years of experience cooking, our chef is excited to present their vision to you and all our guests.

Location:: UTC Sarasota, FL

Website: KORE Steakhouse

Sushi, Jpan Sushi & Grill

JPAN Sushi Bar & Grill is a well-known restaurant situated in Sarasota, Florida at University Town Center (UTC). They provide lunch and dinner options and have made the dining experience easier by offering online ordering and reservations. You can visit their website at Jpan Sushi & Grill.

Location:: Sarasota, FL

Website: Jpan Sushi & Grill

Post Kitchen & Bar

Located at The Shoppes at UTC, you will find our Raw Bar serving the freshest Oysters, Sushi and other Raw Bar specialties. ost Kitchen & Bar is a full service restaurant serving Modern American Cuisine with Global influence using the freshest Local Ingredients.

Location:: Post Kitchen & Bar UTC, Sarasota, FL

Website: Post Kitchen & Bar

Ford's Garage, UTC Sarasota

Conveniently located at University Town Center – swing by Ford's Garage Sarasota if you're in the area of the Mall of University Town Center in Sarasota.

Location:: UTC Sarasota, FL

Website: Ford's Garage

Oak & Stone, Bradenton

Oak & Stone has the laid-back casual atmosphere of a tavern but with truly great food, drinks, and heartfelt hospitality. Guests can craft their own story, pouring from a self-serve beer wall and choosing from our diverse menu and full bar.

Location: Bradenton, FL

Website: Oak & Stone

Drunken Poet, Downtown Sarasota

If you love Thai food and in such a unique ambiance, this is it. Thai dishes often have complex flavor profiles featuring lemongrass, chilies, fish sauce, garlic, ginger, galangal, or kaffir lime leaves.

Location:: Sarasota, FL

Website: N/A

Butter Chicken, Flavors of India, Bradenton

Butter chicken, also known as murgh makhani, which translates to "buttery chicken". The splendid blend of cream sauce, butter, spiced up tomatoes, and an array of Indian spices melts in your mouth instantly. If you're a chicken lover, this is a must-try dish. I just love its sweetly spiced tomato and cream-based gravy favor. It is a comforting, warming dish that feels decadent thanks to its silky-smooth richness that keeps me coming back.

Location:: Bradenton, FL

Website: Flavors of India

Shrimp and Grits, The Beachhouse Restaurant

The grits are soft, buttery, and often cheesy, with a savory, bacon-studded sauce surrounding them, and lots and lots of shrimp. Every time, I visit this place, I'm in heaven.
I love everything about Shrimp and grits. It's nourishing, hearty, and flavorful.

Location:: Bradenton, FL

Website: The Beach House

Chives Dumpling Dim Sum, Yummy House

These crisp and chewy pan-fried Chinese Chive Dumplings are a delicious dim sum treat on my day off! Chives dumpling dim sum are filled with a hearty shrimp and chive dumpling.

Location:: Bradenton, FL

Website: YummyHouse

The Lobster Lava, Star Thai & Sushi Venice

Tempura might change your mind about sushi. There's a science to creating that irresistible, melt-in-your-mouth crunch that makes already good food taste that much more delicious. This is why is tempura so good. Tempura batter is traditionally mixed in small batches using chopsticks for only a few seconds, leaving lumps in the mixture that, along with the cold batter temperature, result in a unique fluffy and crisp tempura structure when cooked.

Location:: Bradenton, FL

Website: Start Thai Venice