Turtles On Little Sarasota Bay

Turtle’s on Little Sarasota Bay opened in 1986 and has been popular ever since. We had brunch there during October 2007. We were the first couple there and the kitchen opens at 11:30. Very nice location on Little Sarasota Bay faces East (no ... more

Turtle’s on Little Sarasota Bay opened in 1986 and has been popular ever since. We had brunch there during October 2007. We were the first couple there and the kitchen opens at 11:30. Very nice location on Little Sarasota Bay faces East (no sunsets. Outside seating is available. Prices were very reasonable including bottle of Salmon Creek California Wine for about $10. That might be is an "out of season special". I had the Grouper sandwich and it was outstanding - grilled with just a touch of garlic. One of the best I've had. My friend had Krunchy Mahi which is Dolphin (NOT Flipper) and she could not finish it and had to take a to-go box. We like it so much we went back for dinner a couple of weeks later and had a great experience as well. In addition to fresh seafood selections, they offered Lamb, Veal, Steak, Pasta’s and a couple of specials. Entre pricing in the evening was from $9 to $20 which is very low for a waterfront location. We will be back! Website is www.turtlesrestaurant.com less

My group of four stayed in Siesta Key for a week. Our first meal was at Turtles. It was so good that everytime I asked where should we go for dinner everyone yelled "Turtles". We loved the deck with a great view, the service was very ... more

My group of four stayed in Siesta Key for a week. Our first meal was at Turtles. It was so good that everytime I asked where should we go for dinner everyone yelled "Turtles". We loved the deck with a great view, the service was very good and helpful. The food was so good I finished my plate (that never happens) the deserts (I tried a little of all them) were mouth watering especially the key lime pie. We have been back from our vacation almost a month now and when we get together for dinner we all wish we were going to Turtles. less

My husband and I have vacationed on Siesta Key many, many times, but never went to Turtles for dinner. Last October my husband and I had the pleasure of dining there. Our friends who accompanied us are year round residents of Sarasota. They sugg ... more

My husband and I have vacationed on Siesta Key many, many times, but never went to Turtles for dinner. Last October my husband and I had the pleasure of dining there. Our friends who accompanied us are year round residents of Sarasota. They suggested Turtles. My husband and I were pleasantly surprised. The menu had so much to offer we couldn't make up our minds. Sitting out on the deck overlooking the Bay was very relaxing. Needless to say we all had a great time. I will be in Siesta this month and I am looking forward to another great time at Turtles. <br> Sincerely, Frances Wesley Maplewood, New Jersey less

This restaurant has a beautiful waterfront location (on the icw). The preferred seating is on the decks weather permitting. However, we found the service to be interminably slow and uncoordinated which appeared to be a problem caused by both the ... more

This restaurant has a beautiful waterfront location (on the icw). The preferred seating is on the decks weather permitting. However, we found the service to be interminably slow and uncoordinated which appeared to be a problem caused by both the server and the kitchen. Sandwiches ordered as, and promised to be hot were served cold. Insufficient silverware, lack of napkins, soup spilled when served and no effort made to clean it up all combined to present a rather unpleasant meal. The homemade potato chips served were extremely soggy with oil. A bag of Wise would have been far superior. The place looks good but certainly didn't deliver for our visit. less

You must sit on the deck (go early, say 4:30) and watch the birds and the fish cavort in Little Sarasota Bay. A good full bar will keep you amused, while many delicious appetizers are there to be tried. I like the calamari, but the conch is good t ... more

You must sit on the deck (go early, say 4:30) and watch the birds and the fish cavort in Little Sarasota Bay. A good full bar will keep you amused, while many delicious appetizers are there to be tried. I like the calamari, but the conch is good too. The owner is often there (you can recognize his voice if you've ever been to Horizons at the east end of the Cape Cod Canal--that's his too). The menu has been improved this year, but you must have the seafood (I'm sorry the meatloaf is off the menu, but my wife isn't--it had veal in it.); try the shrimp au gratin. Early bird specials and happy hour two-for-one well drinks. A great place for romance--walk across the road to Turtle Beach, one of the Siesta Key beaches which is remote and less crowded. less