Osprey

Osprey is a census-designated place in Sarasota County, Florida, United States. The population was 6,690 at the 2020 census, up from 6,100 at the 2010 census. The town is located in Southwest Florida and is part of the North Port–Bradenton–Sarasota, Florida Metropolitan Statistical Area. Wikipedia.
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Seafood restaurant
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Casey Key Fish House is a laid-back waterfront restaurant known for its seafood with Asian influences and a tropical tiki bar. Whether arriving by boat or car, visitors rave about the must-try Mussels in Garlic butter and generous portions of seared tuna with delightful ginger and wasabi flavors. The establishment offers boat tie-ups and even jet ski rentals from the parking lot.
My husband and I stopped here on our way back to Tampa and we loved it!! The views, the food, the atmosphere, and service were all amazing! Nicole was our waitress and she was so pleasant and welcoming. I got the blackened fish tacos special and my husband got the grouper sandwich. Both were amazing! The grouper is the freshest we’ve both ever had. When we return to the area we will definitely be back!
Megan T — Google review
This has been my favorite meal here in siesta. We ordered the clam chowder (delicious), fish dip (delicious), grouper sandwich (delicious) and the yellowtail snapper (incredible). We even ordered a side of the pineapple Cole slaw (it sounds odd, but damn was it good). Service was so good. Danielle was our server and she was incredibly nice but so on the ball. Ask for her if you get the chance. The atmosphere was great... Open air, boats pulling in and a tiki bar next door. I loved this place and will be back soon
Steve D — Google review
Excellent lunch experience! I enjoyed a fried shrimp basket. The shrimp was perfect! The cocktail sauce was great! The coleslaw was excellent! The fries were ok. Our waitress was on the ball, great personality, and provided an enjoyable experience! It was an absolutely perfect day to sit outside. I can't wait to go back and take my family!
Kevin C — Google review
Casey Key Fish House is a fantastic spot! I love having a cocktail here and relaxing in their adirondack chairs right on the water’s edge. With the live band playing, it’s the perfect place to unwind and enjoy great music
Cara C — Google review
Delicious fish & chips, beachy vibes, friendly staff, very affordable and pretty views of the water!
KELLY H — Google review
This is a friendly and lovely place to stop and relax after a day of boating. I traveled by boat and stay here with my clients. Everyone is delighted. Dancing, live music, good food and drinks. I love this place. Thank you.
Captain P — Google review
Very cool waterfront restaurant. Definitely has that "Old Florida" vibe. Food was good. Staff was friendly and attentive. View was great.
Jen H — Google review
Great place to eat! Nicole was our server and helped make the meal memorable. Excellent coconut shrimp, Excellent crab cakes. Only down side... the adult beverages are SMALL and pricey. But overall very nice atmosphere. And they accommodated our puppy, too!
Norine F — Google review
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Indian restaurant
Bay Leaf Osprey offers a variety of Indian dishes such as tikka masala, biryani, and the flavorful fish coconut stew called Nirwana curry. The restaurant also provides a weekend buffet starting at 11 a.m. Customers have praised the delicious food and good service, although some noted that there might be room for improvement in the kitchen.
Great place to have quality Indian food. We were there early on a Saturday evening and basically had the place to ourselves. Service was impeccable and the food was outstanding. The only thing I’d suggest is putting photos of the food on the menu to make it easier for those of us who are new to Indian food know what to order.
Ed W — Google review
The food was absolutely delicious, complemented by warm, attentive service that made us feel right at home. The menu offered a fantastic variety of dishes, including thoughtfully crafted vegetarian options that didn’t compromise on flavor.
Claudia D — Google review
Vinay was the best server we could have hoped for! Genuinely kind to us and had good food recommendations! We ordered the samosa appetizer which was fantastic! My wife got the vegetarian korma and I ordered the chicken dish that is cooked in the clay oven. Delicious! The chicken Malai kabob. Garlic naan is a must always as well. Looking forward to returning for another delicious meal and service
Kyle A — Google review
Lamb Phall, never had it, my go-to is vindaloo. Very nice spicy and that awesome blend of bold and delicate flavors together. Chilli naan was probably some of the prettiest I've ever had and the texture was wonderful crunchy light and chewy but not too chewy. Definitely have to go back for the buffet on the weekend I believe they said they have 20 plus dishes and it's $18. I'm not an expert on Indian cuisine but this is delicious and seems like it's not just Americanized. The staff were super friendly, attentive, and passionate. This is another no-brainer win if you're looking for Indian anywhere in Sarasota County I would drive there for it. It's also quite a bit more affordable than some of the places up in Sarasota.
D C — Google review
Delicious food and great, friendly service. I tried 2 dishes (sampled my friend's)....both were fabulous.
Jeff T — Google review
So delicious! I'm impressed, there are more vegetarian items on the menu than chicken or other meat items. I'm so thankful I found this spot! Everything was cooked to perfection! I ordered the vegetable saag and added paneer, and my dad ordered the coconut masala chicken. We shared a basket of garlic naan, and we really enjoyed our meals. There is so much flavor and many choices; I'll return to try something different. One small request for our planet: please stop the one-time use of plastic straws and bags.🌍 I did, however, appreciate the eco-friendly takeaway containers. Thank you, what an excellent restaurant!
Mandilynne — Google review
We've tried many different Indian restaurants with an open mind, and without a doubt, this is the best in town. My kids absolutely love the garlic naan and butter chicken, and I can't get enough of the Goat Vindaloo—it's my personal favorite. Highly recommended! I'm genuinely surprised they're not busier because the food is outstanding, the service is warm, and they even played a birthday song for us when we celebrated there. The only downside is that they usually have just one waiter, so service can be a bit slow at times. But even with that, this is hands down the best Indian food we've had in the area.
RNCA — Google review
Disgusting reprehensible customer service by Sandif and I was told that my food was spit in. I was a loyal customer for years which makes this so much worse and as a previous restaurant owner so much more appalling! I always get the same thing, butter sauce and naan. My 1st grievance after years of loyalty and Airbnb guest recommendations, no biggie, my container wasn't filled so I asked them to please fill it to the top as usual. They didn't come back until 15 minutes later and all they did was transfer it to a oval-shaped container. I knew right away that they just transferred it and worried they did something to my sauce bc of their disposition but nonetheless I was hoping for the best, said nothing, paid for my food and left. I knew exactly what happened all they did was transfer the same amount into a different container plus whatever bodily fluids they added to it because they thought my request was upsetting to them. I reluctantly paid and left even though I knew it was exactly the same amount and not full. I wasn't trying to be a Karen but I get the sauce because I know how many people it feeds and when it's not full it doesn't work for what I need. Today one week later May 30th 2025 I ordered the same order. Guess what? Same container, they added rice that I didn't ask for along with the naan I get. Obviously this all transpired because of what happened previously. However they didn't know that I had the same container from last week so when I went home I transferred everything that I knew what they did into the previous container and it fit perfectly and still not full! They totally thought I was stupid and thought because they gave me a rounder container that I would think it was filled as it was supposed to be, obviously it wasn't but I didn't say anything. So today when I came in I was charged $3 extra given rice I didn't ask for and when I asked why that was? They said it was because I was getting more sauce! I said do me a favor, please bring me the previous container and right in front of them I transferred it into the other container and it was the same exact size! They are total liars, nobody was in the restaurant I am a total loyal customer but for them to do this kind of shady behavior is crazy especially when I send all my Airbnb customers to them! Yes the food is good however due to their lies and the way they treat their customers I would stay away like the plague and I know they spit in your food so there's that! And in response to your reply! How dare you tell me I can't post pictures when you have the gaul to tell me not to come back because I caught you in a lie? If you would've done the right thing & just tell me that you raised the price raised honestly, there would never have been an issue! The issue is that you lied! You told me it was because " you're getting more sauce..." , see folks after he blatantly lied in my face I told them to get the previous container and I poured it in right there and proved he was lying. That's the issue and I'm going to attach the video so you can see for yourself. You just changed the container like I'm some kind of idiot but who's the idiot you got caught! I'm going to attach the video as well so people can see the truth. But that's fine, every time I was in your restaurant there's never anyone there, that's your karma due to your terrible customer service. Have a great day liar!
Nadi P — Google review
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Japanese restaurant
Kiku Sushi & Grill in Osprey is a delightful gem that has quickly become a favorite among locals and visitors alike. This charming restaurant, which opened its doors about six months ago, offers an impressive array of sushi rolls and Japanese dishes, making it a perfect spot for both quick lunches and leisurely dinners. The cozy atmosphere invites you to relax while enjoying generous portions at reasonable prices.
The hibachi chicken was very good, as well as their sushi and steak udon. The sushi tacos were amazing. The service was also very good, and the wait time was maybe 20 minutes.
Amy J — Google review
This place is amazing!!! Took my husband there to celebrate his birthday and they went all out! Food was fresh and delicious and the display was top notch! They even brought out fried ice cream for the birthday boy and sent him home with his very on chopsticks and sushi plates! How thoughtful!!
Tonya M — Google review
Best Sushi in the Venice, Nokomis, Osprey & Sarasota area. A must try. Priced reasonably and not high like others. Everything tested fresh and excellent. This will be our place to go for sushi from now on. GREAT JOB KIKU
VIP W — Google review
Personalized attention and knowledge of menus great restaurant!,Five starts service!!!And I enjoy here ,feels very well!
Huang T — Google review
Great food. Some of the best sushi I’ve had in a very long time. I highly recommend the yummy yummy roll and the crab rangoons. They were perfect. No notes.
Lindsey C — Google review
Cure atmosphere and plenty of parking! Delicious Udon noodles, but teriyaki was a bit on the sweeter side. However, fresh ingredients and lots of flavor.
Cinzia A — Google review
Highly recommend this sushi restaurant; the environment is clean and tidy, and the ingredients are especially fresh.
Ming C — Google review
We love Kiku! The best sushi the bestblo mein the best service. We try a different roll every time we come. The people ar so nice and helped celebrate my daughter's 10th birthday. Definitely check it out!
Angel H — Google review
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Breakfast restaurant
Max's Table is a popular breakfast spot that serves delicious homemade corned beef hash and scrumptious scalloped home fries. The dishes are complemented by a hint of horseradish, which adds an extra touch of flavor. Their biscuits come with a side of savory gravy, making for a satisfying meal. The breakfast burrito is highly recommended, as well as the mouthwatering lemon curd pancakes.
Great local spot for breakfast or lunch! Stopped in on a Sunday and enjoyed the Big Greek Gyro 🌯 and Buttermilk Chocolate Chip Pancakes 🥞. Both were exceptionally good!! The fries and homemade potatoes were also top-notch. We were checking out other tables and what they ordered; everything from their eggs benedicts to burgers, to sandwhiches, omelets, and salads. It all looked so good - mouth-watering deliciousness. Enjoy inside or outside seating with plenty of free parking onsite! We will be back.
Joshua G — Google review
Wonderful breakfast locale that offers lunch as well. Their omelets, home fries, and waffles are never without merit. If you are looking for a great place to eat breakfast you could not do better. Well, Millie's is probably a tad above them. But the gap between them is only because Max's Table is a bit loud in comparison, and the parking at Max's is somewhat problematic most of the time in finding a spot.
K M — Google review
From the moment I walked in this place was amazing. I was greeted warmly by the hostess and seated right away. First time in my waitress, Jillian was beautifully kind and patient. Explained the menu and even encouraged me about lunch dishes worth coming back for. As for my meal, oh my word superb. I am super picky about my poached eggs, when I got my meal I immediately texted my Mama and said 10/10 on my eggs. What a delish meal. I am a new employee to the apartment home community behind the restaurant and I am beyond eager to encourage all residents and anyone in the area to stop and dine at Max’s. Thank you Jillian!
Jordan B — Google review
Excellent Food! Excellent service! We all had such good meals! Corn beef hash was delicious! biscuits and gravy were out of this world! Gyro was huge and so so good and the Rueben was one of the best I've ever had! Our server Alexa was outstanding! So friendly and quick! We had been to several different places to eat during our visit to Siesta Key and this place was our favorite!!!
Dave O — Google review
Excellent hamburger and club sandwich. Fries were good as well. Service was very good.
Michael P — Google review
The service was great and the food was spectacular. First time but not the last. Highly recommend it for the whole family!!!
Ismael N — Google review
Our first time at Max’s table did not disappoint. It was very busy but we were seated within a few minutes. My husband ordered the gyro with an extra side of tzatziki and I ordered the Mediterranean wrap. Both dishes were absolutely delicious and the service was excellent. We will definitely go back!
Susan H — Google review
Delicious! Patty melt was amazing and the kids chicken tenders were great too. Lovely place with awesome food. We will be back for sure
Magdalena O — Google review
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Restaurant
Nestled in the lush greenery of South Sarasota, Roessler's Restaurant is a hidden gem that offers an exquisite dining experience. Surrounded by serene gardens and a picturesque lake, this upscale venue serves refined Continental cuisine that delights the senses. The enchanting property features charming elements like a gazebo and footbridge, creating an idyllic atmosphere just moments away from U.S. 41.
I've been lucky and fortunate to experience many fine dining restaurants. this place was over the top excellent. the menu was outstanding. the sevice was second to none. Mark, our waiter, was so professional and nice. the qualiy of the food and depth of taste was amazing! I'm going back for sure. Yes, this place is way better than hyde Park in downtown Sarasota and Michael's in East by a very long shot!
James V — Google review
First timers there. We were very happy with this restaurant. We sat at the bar for a drink before dinner and Sofia, the bartender was wonderful and fun to talk too. The food was incredible here. I had Chicken Francese and it was fantastic, beware it didn't taste like a normal francese, it had a special twist to the taste and it was difficult to describe but it was exceptional. Another person had the weiner schnitzel and I tried that and it was delicious. Another person had Chicken Marsala and that was delicious. Everything was wonderful but what really made our evening special was our server... Jessica. She was so friendly and informative and handled herself like a true pro. She was very experienced and was so helpful and accommodating. She made our night a true pleasure. BTW, there was only people that were over 50 years old which is not a bad thing, I would not suggest a 20-30 year old to go here. Love the place though. I would highly recommend.
Darren F — Google review
So fancy, exceptional quality foods, drinks, and desserts, you cant go wrong! Includes grand windows overlooking nature in the palace like atmosphere that promises a good time for sure.
Sophia S — Google review
Very "old school", continental ambience. Excellent waitstaff!!! Pricey, but, start to finish... well worth it!!!! I have been going there since 1996.
Vicki J — Google review
Excellent high end restaurant with a romantic garden setting. Started with Sazerac or dinner drink. Skipped the appetizer. Proceeded to a Ceasar Salad with anchovie fillets added. For the main course I ordered veal scallopine, picatta style. They also offer a marsala style. Had a Super Tuscan wine by the glass with the main course. The main dish was accompanied by beets, mashed potatoes, cooked carrots and creamed spinach. All appropriately proportioned. My companion ordered the Steak Diane. The filet medallions were prepared medium and were tender and flavorful. For dessert the Dark Chocolate Flourless Terrine was served accompanied by the Ramos Pinto LBV 2008 Port. Overall a wonderful setting and meal.
Josè C — Google review
Excellent food and super service from Julie. She anticipated our needs and was right there. My wife hade the small filet and it was perfect for her. The selection of vegetables with the entree were great. I had the duck and was done enough so that it wasn't greasy. I prefer an orange sauce but the ?raspberry sauce that it came with was still good. The martini was just right. We both had the parfait dessert. Unfortunately the alcohol content was too high for my wife. We were seated at a window next to the garden as I requested. The noise level was a little higher than I like but not bothersome.
James S — Google review
Excellent food and exceptional service. A bit pricey but always worth it. Started with the crab cake appetizer which was excellent. I had the filet mignon, super delicious, highly recommended 👌. Another person at the table had steak Diane, also delicious. The waiter was super attentive.
Izzy S — Google review
This is our go-to restaurant for special occasions in the area. We would definitely go nowhere else! The food and service are exemplary! And we always love getting bananas foster for dessert. Love it! We went there tonight to celebrate our anniversary and also that of my in-laws. We had Annette as our wonderful waitress again and love her to pieces. She is so attentive, personable, warm, and funny too! She makes it extra special as always.
Sheila N — Google review
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