Great deals when you join their rewards program! Seafood is fresh and well prepared. Service is great!

Mixed reviews. First it was a busy Friday. The wait staff tried, but they were overloaded with tables. This is just the times were it's difficult to find help. Patience is something we all must practice. Food quality was mediocre and actually my fish was cold. There were no memborable moments. read more

Love this place. Almost always able to get a table right away. The food is fresh and inventive. Had the kale, grain bowl with Salmon. Excellent. The waiters are on top of their game, very attentive and will explain if there's a wait and why. If there's a problem they ask "I'm sorry how can I fix it for you?? Drinks are fabulous and not watered down. Our favorite place to go. Not 5 stars because I feel they should ask how I want my fish cooked, I don't like undercooked fish. read more

I went there because my aunt raves about the bang bang shrimp. It's half off on Wednesday. It was very tasty. I also got the shrimp pad Thai which was very good and a large portion. My other aunt got the fish and chips, the fish was good but the tarter sauce was bland. read more

Tue nights are a great time to come and enjoy their special pricing. Plenty of options. The shrimp and scallops combo was awesome. read more

Since I was offered some gift cards for Bonefish, I have visited this restaurant several times in the past couple of months. I must say that the front desk and wait staff are very accommodating and professional. The food was excellent. The parking can be an issue and the wait a bit long especially on Wednesdays for 1/2 price Bang Bang Shrimp night, but it's worth it! For several years, I had an issue with Bonefish b/c it always smelled fishy when I walked in the door, but that hasn't been the case during my last few visits. Overall some good dining experiences and we were always treated well, never felt rushed and even offered some off menu vegetarian options. read more

The Atlantic Salmon was presented nicely. The garlic mashed potatoes were really good. Service was excellent and waiter was very attentive. Expected higher quality food. Average..... nothing to rave about. read more

Not a fan of eating at chain in the first place.... Could it be that Bonefish is part OSI RESTAURANT PARTNERS, LLC ??? even though we buy and trade stocks it is by far the yuckiest (is that a word?) food I have ever eaten. Can you say GARLIC to disguise the frozen fish/seafood! I have tried it 4 or 5 times and each time I have not felt well after my dinner. Holy Bang Bang mayo and breading, the last time I ate at Bonefish I had the Diablo Shrimp Fettuccine, it tasted like capers and garlic on pasta, they must have had cup of capers and 10 cloves of garlic in the dish. WOW I swear I could taste it the following weekend. Nice atmosphere, good house wines, by the time we were seated on our last visit the waitress was drunk (at least she had a good time), go figure, one and a half to two hour waits for not so great food, will not be going back ever again read more

We had a reservation and even thought the place was packed on a Friday night we were seated with in a few minutes. Unfortunately, that is the last real positive thing I will say about this dinner experience. Nothing was really bad, however, in this day of many many choices of places eat, Bonefish grill was just not good on this night. The service was ok, but nothing that I could point out as even above average. We had to ask to have our drinks refilled. Empty dishes sat in front of us much longer than they should have. The food was very mediocre at best. I do not think my fish was fresh at all. The over all portions were very small. Mean while the prices were on the high end for what should have been quality seafood. This sad combination of circumstances has lead us in the direction of not returning anytime soon. read more

A friend was down from Atlanta and after a long drive he stopped at Bonefish on South Trail (41), so I reluctantly met him there. I had gone to Bonefish twice before, years ago, for so-so farm-raised salmon and very disappointing trout and as a result never went back. Last night was different. Managed to get a booth, had excellent service, and touched base with a long-term Bonefish waiter who really knows his fish. We spoke about all the fresh options available to me, while on a very low-carb diet, and I settled on a wolf fish, plain and seared just the way I like my fish, with a side of remarkable garlic-cooked spinach, a glass of Willamette Valley pinot, and wrapped up with fresh berries for dessert and a delicious decaf cafe latte. Service was attentive and fast, and best of all, the fish was delicious and cooked perfectly. My friend was restored after a long and busy trip, and loved the meal he had. I will definitely visit Bonefish again now that they've restored my faith in them as a location for great fish and great service. read more

The food was absolutely horrible my wife and I both got sick. If I could leave half a star I think I would still be giving it too many. You couldn't pay me to go back again. I had lobster or I think it was a lobster tail and a steak and both were cold and had no flavor at all. I would rather eat crap from McDonald's then to go back there. read more

I really like the atmosphere here but the food itself is just a-OK. Nice decor and friendly waiters welome you as you walk in the door. My grandpa got the coconut shrimp which next time I think I need to get or at least share with him. They looked amazing! My house salad was good but took significantly longer than the shrimp to bring out which I don't understand. For an entree I got the diablo shrimp pasta and holy spicy! I know diablo means fire but geez. I ate less than half and was full but didn't take the rest home. It is in a creamier sauce which I didn't think would reheat well. I keep forgetting how $$$ NYC is compared to everywhere else because I thought our meal here was reasonably priced - 1 drink, 1 app, 1 salad, 2 entrees for just over $50. read more

Back again with friends who had not tried Bonefish yet! So nice to take people out knowing the service, food and ambiance will be right on target. So many more menu options than in the past plus lots of specials. We really had a hard time choosing which of the many offerings for our dinner. Cocktails were fabulous- winter Cosmo was beautiful and tasty. Lemon drop martini perfectly prepared. Great wait staff and buzzing atmosphere. read more

My plate was a crime scene. My amateur sleuth's eye noted three different thumb prints, nicely highlighted in whatever sauce dressed the fish. I paid and left without disturbing the evidence. That was 2007, the last time I ate at Bonefish. Ah, 2007, when spec-buying Lakewood Ranch condos was a sure-fire road to success and Bernie Madoff watered his money tree. Good times. With the vision of that murdered dinner in mind, I avoided this place until recently. Matters have improved somewhat. Our group of six ordered and ate four fish species cooked in three styles, four different sides and three desserts, along with cocktails and wine. The entrees and sides were competently prepared, and, I am relieved to say, the plates lacked fingerprint evidence. So far so good. Other elements were more pedestrian. My unshakeable luck of attracting wait staff determined to make themselves the headline act continued. Ten years of being a waiter is not necessarily ten years of cultivating serving skill; it's one night of stories retold 2,000 times. And that's just the start. Since when do servers verbalize and refer to seated customers by their reference number? Yes, we understand that each dining position has a number, but shhhhhhhhh....it's meant to stay inside your head, Bobby. We can hear you. That's me, #3 talking. This kind of treatment is dispiriting and represents all the reasons I dislike chains. The pre-prepared desserts were ho-hum. A below-standard crème brûlée came complete with an hours-old, chilled caramel topping. This stage should be done immediately prior to serving to ensure the signature "snap" from that first spoon tap and can be verified by the residual warmth. A first round of drinks came promptly, and a second only after multiple attempts, and even then with one missing. Runners looked blankly when asked where John...I mean #6's salmon was. Etc. It's Bonefish. You know what you're in for. Go: you'll love it. Srsly. read more

This review has nothing to do with the food. Food was fine. The wait staff was excellent. What was alarming was the number of tables "wedged" into the dining area. I cannot believe the Sarasota Fire Marshall would allow the quantity of tables. Chairs are back to back and difficult to get into and out of seating. Not good. Also, nothing is any more disturbing to me that having men wearing baseball caps in a dining environment. Two guys, with dirty baseball caps just made the "eye appeal" unsatisfactory. Need a simple dress code of no hats. read more

Recommend Bang Bang Shrimp, Grilled Salmon, chicken masago, mahi mahi , and of course chocolate lava cake

Tonight is New Year's Eve which may explain the sub par meal that I had. My husband was satisfied with his filet and lobster, although the side spinach was too garlicky. My meal, Oscar Mahi Mahi was disappointing. The fish was slightly overcooked and the asparagus was overcooked and cold (Thank goodness it was only a garnish). The rest of my meal was lukewarm which leads me to believe all the meals were possibly pre-made and left to sit under a lamp? I have had this same meal previously and it was delicious. I think that perhaps since it was so crowded, this may explain why things were not as good as they usually are. We have dined here many times and have always been impressed with the food. The service was very good and we have no complaints about our waitress. read more

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For the most part I can overlook the horrible wait long past what we were quoted But this is the first time I have been disappointed in the food for this bonefish the tuna appetizer was mealy and came with 4 end pieces as they just pushed 2 smaller orders together The tuna did Not have a healthy color as well. The main dishes were not better the Chilean sea bass was over cooked the shrimp and scallops were not as good and seemed Old will not come to this bonefish again read more

The Food gets 5 stars our server (not the manager or hosts, they were perfect) gets 1, so this averages out to 3 stars. Food: Bang Bang Shrimp is fantastic. Bread they give you with oil is lovely. I had the shrimp/scallops and you can sub shrimp for all scallops or vice versa. I also tried the lobster soup, and WOW! Strawberry and goat cheese salad was wonderful. Good wine list and good margaritas. Host staff was lovely and accommodating. We were too chilly indoors, so they happily re-seated us outside and the manager jumped right to it and turned on the heat lamps. They were friendly, jumped at every request and were just hands down aiming to please. But once we got out to the patio, unfortunately, the service took a turn for the worse. Service on patio was horrendous. One of the workers from the restaurant was standing just outside the railing smoking and chatting up the patio servers. Our server did not refill our water glasses once or offer us a refill on our wine. When we asked him for more bread, he did not bring more oil. He did not check on us at all because he was too busy chatting to the gentleman blowing smoke at us during our meal. Will definitely go back and just avoid that server and likely our experience will be perfect! read more

My drinks were awesome, waiter (Tony) was awesome, bartender, wants to be a social butterfly. Laughs way too loud and has an attitude when asked to do her job. If she was on my payroll - she would get a couple of chances and then gone. I think someone told her we could hear (and watch her) open bar you can't help but see her!!!! She had an attitude Talking to her friends "at the bar" with vulgar mouth. Reason I gave restaurant a 4 is due to our waiter and chef. Bartender needs to go. read more

Consistently good food for years. And real grouper! But still no Wi-Fi?

I come to Bonefish Grille almost every time I come down to Sarasota. I find the atmosphere to be upbeat and fun. It's definitely a 'happening' place, especially on weekend nights. We usually sit at the bar or the tables in the bar area. The cocktails are good as is the wine list. The food is consistent good as well - especially the fish/seafood specials. I used to like the bang bang shrimp but find them a bit heavy (breaded, fried, and then smothered in a yummy sauce). The tuna appetizer is much lighter and just as delicious. Friendly service. Note - the the place to go if you want a quiet uncrowded dinner. read more

The reservation for 7 PM worked out perfectly, we were a party of four and the booth is generous size, could fit six in a pinch! This was my first time here, my dinner companions had all dined here multiple times. The waiter,Josh, was exceptional start to finish. He was five stars. Everything was well prepared and tasty. My crab cakes were exceptional, almost all sweet crab, no filler, wonderful? The food was high quality and well prepare, why not five stars? Not a lot of variety of wild fish, probably because there focus is reasonable price point. on that they very successfully delver excellent value The coconut pie was unlike anything i have had, it was war and mostly coconut, not a cream ple at all, delicious! On my short list of local restaurants! read more

Excellent meal. This place is packed nightly. They only accept a limited number of reservations a day. Otherwise its first come first serve. Don't fret you can enjoy the bar and appetizers while you wait for your table. Food was excellent. Service excellent. Drinks excellent. Highly recommend. read more

A ordered a Steak I asked our Waiter Tony if they had Gorgonzola Butter Which I had in Orlando This is not a Steak House!!! Tony Replied in a not so Pleasant Tone!!!! Very Rude!!! Had 2 credits on My Dine Rewards!!! I gave Tony my Cell which he keyed in right in Front of Us for my 3rd Reward Yeah!! Now I have No Rewards listed!!! Called the Floor Manager Shane he was clueless!!! Will be calling Corporate ASAP!! My first and last Visit!!! which is a shame because I used to Go To Orlando Locations weekly read more

Food was made wrong and it ok, but would have been better with cabbage and not lettuce. Waiter didn't even offer a discount or replacement...but it was also an empty plate. read more

We had reservations and we're seated inin front of the kitchen door elbow to Elbow head to head while people without reservations came and sat at booths meant for six people but only seating 2. The wait staff was overworked uninformative. the kitchen was unable to accommodate an Allergy request. There were mistakes on our appetizers and the entrees for our party of four. The lobster fritters were burnt and had to be returned when we finally got them serve to us. Quality of the food was at best par and the serving sizes were miniscule. We will not be returning to Bonefish Venice. read more

LOVE!!!! LOVE!!!! LOVE!!!! Great atmosphere, the food is amazing. I gave up carbs, but they had me at the bread, warm, nice and crispy crust, and the delicious oil for dipping. We go for brunch, usually on Saturdays. Endless mimosas, the menu has something for everyone. When you go, DEFINETLY get dessert!!!!! Forget about the calories for the day. Jens Jamaican Pie. Past delicious and decadent. Also, if he is there, ask for Bobby the waiter. So polite, funny is always on top it. Knows the menu and goes out of his way to make you happy. read more

I never liked Bonefish Grill until I came to this one. Friendly, professional staff, nice vibe, great bar and good food!

Went here once, ordered a steak and it was not even as big as the palm of my hand. My wife ordered fish & looked nothing like the picture of that item on their website. Too expensive for mediocre food. Will not be returning. I wanted to like this place but it simply was not good. Only thing we liked was the shrimp tacos. But other than that its a no. read more

As travelers we fell into the trap of a chain. While bonefish is usually decent to good, this location was a disaster. It was a Sunday night and I'm quite sure s manager it chef called out. It was utter chaos. Long wait, empty tables, uncleared tables and no one in charge. Once seated we were awkwardly and uncomfortably placed. Our server was a delight. Despite the chaos she was pleasant and handled a frustrated table well. The food wasn't bad but few came away impressed. Don't get mashed potatoes. They are instant. I know, I was surprised too. Perhaps it was just a bad night but I'm sure it seafood places can deliver. read more

Such good food! Really need to go here if you like steak or fish dishes. I got the steak but my date got the fish and I had a bite, it was delish! I'm going pack next time I can time I can find a date to go with me. read more

Celebrated my 77th. Birthday here on December 28th.. The staff made me feel like a King. Shane the Assistant Manager made me feel very special. Shane is a very nice addition to the management team. Our server Alison was the BEST. My wife and I were also very impressed with the greeters/hosts Thad and Margo. They both are on holiday break from college and added a touch of class to our evening. I had the Sea Bass which is always my favorite at Bonefish Grill. read more

Haven't been to this Bonefosh for a couple of years. Came in for happy hour. Let's define a Bonefish happy hour... $5.00 drafts No happy hour food menu. Bartender recommended a $36.00 "special" I hate chains. I especially hate this tourist trap for the 80 plus crowd. Never again. read more

Good chain seafood restaurant but I cannot help but sense an artificial quality in their food from taste to concept. While some of the dishes have bold flavors, almost over-seasoned, other items are just mediocre -- like their caesar salad. It is just blah. In the end, the restaurant is good, not great. read more

Bonefish is one of my favorite dependable seafood chains. The one in Sarasota has great service, delicious off the menu daily specials, and fantastic regular items. They have perfectly mastered the sauces, salsas and sides for each fresh fish they serve. My favorite is the tuna bowl, not a poke, but some form white rice sprinkles with toasted sesame seeds, ample thick slices of avocado, and sliced fresh sushi grade tuna that is so fresh it glistens. Served with a passion fruit salsa that surpasses any local caterer's concoction. Also served with a fried Chinese noodle that I usually leave off, because it doesn't need it. Their bar is fully stocked & they have great housemade drinks, but also a wide variety of wines & beers. There are multiple televisions making it a great place to catch a weekend game, and the atmosphere is trendy & a popular neighborhood spot. Try many dishes, come back often. For those not liking seafood, there are also steak and chicken options among others. Their desserts are fabulous as well, especially the chocolate creme brûlée. read more

We love BFG Sarasota. Bartender Jackie, Waitresses Lizette & Jivarai are Rock Stars! Seafood is plentiful and fresh. Love Bang Bang Shrimp, Poke Bowl, Seared Ahi, Fish Tacos and the Muscles. Join their frequent dining program. Check out week day specials! read more

Today Sunday as, 11/18/18 I went with my family and friends for lunch and I had the worst service that I've ever had in my life. To start my server Mary T, as it shows on my check because she never said her name. She rush us on the menu to order that we only had (10 minutes) to order because they were going to change it to dinner time and it was 2:00pm and I arrived before that. Then she never checked on us to see how the food was. I ordered a small caesar salad with salmon and when the food came, I got a regular salad. Ive had to wait like 10 minutes for her to see her and waived at her so she could see me and when I ask her about the salad she said that it wasn't possible to order a small salad with a protein. So why when I ordered it, she didn't said anything about it? And when she came back to me she was said the difference is only $3.80 so we are gonna take that out of your check. ( she was really rude ) I've been to bonefish before and ordered the same thing and never had a server said that to me before. She got upset because we didn't order drinks or dessert or a expensive entrée. And to finalize this when she brought the check I asked her if she could separate the checks but she didn't even let me finish, she took it out of my hands in a very rude way and left saying okay, so when she got back I had to tell her who was together. We love going to bonefish your kitchen is amazing but this time our experience was awful, she was rude and racist, because a couple of people at our table wouldn't speak English. read more

During this time a restaurant should be so happy to have guests coming to them for Togo orders. No one is organizing the guests coming into the restaurant people are just standing looking around waiting for someone to acknowledge them. The ticket times were pretty out of control. Was quoted 20-25 minutes for our food and it took an hour. Tuna steak was ordered rare and was far past it. Making us wish we had spent our money elsewhere. read more

I have been hoarding gift cards for a year or so now and finally got around to putting a dent into them. I put it off because I know what to expect at most major chains. While some people might consider Bonefish fine dining I have been around the block to know what to expect and they never failed. I have a problem with if I can taste something and tell how they did it then odds are they didn't do a good enough job. Thanks to yelp I cant seem to go anywhere without thinking "How would I rate this meal to help someone pick their last supper". Hahaha The service was great. There was a long wait so my party and I went outside to sit in the patio while we waited to be paged. They were very prompt and the service was great while we waited. We enjoyed a beer and was offered an appetizer while we waited but politely declined. Ok after being seated we ordered. I started with acoconut shrimp appetizer. The coconut shrimp was nice and crunchy on the outside yet kind of tough and leathery on the inside. When I say tough could tell it was as if it was breaded at a production plant and frozen then shipped. The downfall of the consistency of chains! Most of the fish on the menu was tilapia which is weird. How can a place that touts their seafood base the menu on such a generic fish? Ah well I sucked it up and went for the Longfin Tilapia Imperial. I started by eating the fish without the sauce just to get a taste for it. Pretty bland and not much flavor but then again that's tilapia! The sauce was so rich that you couldnt tell that it had little scallops and shrimps in it. The richness pretty much steamrolled any flavor in all the fish. For 18 dollars I was anything but impressed. Service was great but the food is less than impressive. read more