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Marina Jack

4.4
(7039 reviews)

Business Details

2 Marina Plaza, Sarasota, FL
34236, United States
(941) 365-4232

About

RestaurantBar & GrillAmerican RestaurantSeafood RestaurantSuntex Marinas
From patio self seating to fine dining upstairs, Marina Jack offers a variety of options for the best of watefront dining. The Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill features your way to dine al fresco in a family friendly environment while enjoying your favorite tropical beverage. The Patio menu features a variety of Appetizers, Salads, Soups and Sandwiches. The Deep Six Lounge & Piano Bar features your favorite casual setting. Located on the second floor of Marina Jack, The Dining Room has an award winning wine list and an exceptional menu featuring the finest steaks, seafood and pasta. Relax and enjoy your dining experience overlooking the inter-coastal waterway of Sarasota. No formal dress code is required. Come and let our professional staff make your experience exceptional! There is Live entertainment 7 days week in the evening, times vary.

Location

Marina Jack
2 Marina Plaza, Sarasota, FL
34236, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.4
7,039 reviews
5 stars
4,702
4 stars
1,418
3 stars
462
2 stars
197
1 star
260

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Service Quality

Many customers praised the attentive and friendly service, particularly highlighting specific servers like Cristina and Diego for their exceptional hospitality.

Food Quality

Feedback on food quality was mixed; while some dishes were described as delicious and well-prepared, others were criticized for being subpar or disappointing.

Atmosphere

The restaurant's scenic waterfront location and beautiful views received consistent positive remarks, making it a favored spot for relaxation and special occasions.

Pricing

Several reviews noted that while the food and service were good, the prices were considered high, leading to some customers feeling that the value did not always match their expectations.
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    Cindy Dong
    6 days ago
    4.0
    The view, service, and second floor dining restaurant is very nice. The food leaves room to be desired. Reservations wasn’t the friendliest of phone calls either. The food is really just okay, prices are higher than what you would expect. I probably had one of the better dishes at the table, the ribeye panini. But even then, the bottom bun was soggy and disintegrating on first bite (perhaps due to our party being so large). The pork chop wasn’t juicy and the grouper sandwich was just okay, not much flavor to it. Burger was cooked to specification. Coconut shrimp was okay, probably not worth the price here. Overall the food wasn’t as seasoned/had enough flavor for our taste. But… CHOCOLATE CAKE WAS TO DIE FOR. If anything, come here for the chocolate cake. Even the people who don’t like chocolate cake, enjoyed it. The slice of cake was also a nice birthday surprise from the restaurant. We did have a large party and all the food came out at the same time and accurately.
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    Craig Dellio
    Feb 18, 2026
    2.0
    What can you say about a restaurant that lists it's happy hour online as 4-6 but when you get there, it's 7-9? Am I going to leave and come back? Between that and a waiter who disappears for 20-30 minutes at a time, you're left wondering how much your patronage is appreciated; specially if you live close enough to walk there. I guess counting on a superb sunset, bayside location is enough to coast on is good enough for the corporate owners. Well it's not good enough for me. So so (4 of 'em) happy hour choices, and I was overcharged for a glass of wine in a plastic glass is sufficient reason not to darken their Blue Sunshine Patio for a long time. Bri Rivera, the talented musician was the only bright star in a gloomy experience.
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    mimi hope
    Feb 15, 2026
    1.0
    We were extremely disappointed with our experience. We were literally stuffed into a corner, which made the entire night feel cramped and uncomfortable. For $110 per person, we expected something impressive — instead, the portions were tiny and the food was mediocre at best. Nothing stood out, especially not for that price point. The service wasn’t great either. It felt inattentive and didn’t match what you would expect when you’re paying that much per person. Honestly, I would have much rather sat downstairs on the water, enjoyed the view, had decent portions, and paid far less than what we were charged. Unfortunately, we will not be returning.
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    Michael Thomas
    Feb 13, 2026
    3.0
    We came here on a Friday night and it was fairly busy but we were able to get a table pretty quick. Service was good but painfully slow. From start to finish it took over 2 hours to eat dinner and dessert. It took almost 30 minutes just to close out our tab after we finished up. We were visiting with family so we didn't mind, but if we had been in a hurry it would have been annoying. Everyone's food was great but the burger was disappointing to me. It came out with no sauce on it whatsoever. Just a completely dry bun. The right sauce can be a rockstar on a burger. But no sauce or anything is almost criminal. I had to ask for a bunch of condiments to sauce it up myself.
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    Dave Siegerson
    Feb 9, 2026
    5.0
    started with the Onion Soup, which arrived beneath a perfectly bubbled layer of Gruyère. The broth was rich and deeply savory, clearly the result of hours of slow simmering. For the main course, the Duck Confit was a standout; the skin was impossibly crisp, while the meat remained tender and succulent. It was served over a bed of creamy polenta that tied the dish together beautifully. The service was attentive without being intrusive. Our server, Julian, was knowledgeable about the wine list and provided excellent recommendations that complemented our meal. Although the restaurant was bustling for a Tuesday night, we never felt rushed.

Frequently Asked Questions About Marina Jack

Does Marina Jack accept reservations?

Yes, Marina Jack accepts reservations which can be made online via OpenTable.

What are the regular operating hours of Marina Jack?

Marina Jack is open Monday through Thursday and Sunday from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM, and on Friday and Saturday from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

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