When I think of Father’s Day and food one image immediately comes to mind…the perfectly grilled steak. What could be better?

If you are not planning to grill in your own backyard, then trying one of Sarasota’s many options for steak is a must. Here are a dozen places to consider for a Father’s Day steak with a few twists on the “steak theme” as well:

1. Patrick’s 1481: 1481 Main Street, Sarasota, FL 34236,  
   941-955-1481
   Offering a 3 course Filet Mignon Dinner for Dad with the choice of two sides for $27.00; Patrick’s recently moved to a renovated space on Main Street.
2. Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse: 2001 Siesta Drive, Sarasota, FL 34239
   941-358-9463
   Special $25 Gift card to be used on a future visit for Dad
3. Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse: 35 South Lemon Ave., Sarasota, FL 34236
   941.366.7788
   Special $20 Bonus card to be used on a future visit for Dad
4. Milonga Argentine Steakhouse: 3005 University Parkway, Sarasota, FL 34243
   941-358-3200
5. First Street Chop House: 1296 1st Street, Sarasota, FL 34236
   941-554-4375
6. Mozaic: 1377 Main Street, Sarasota, FL 34236
   941-951-6272
7. Outback Steakhouse: 2 Sarasota locations
   6390 N. Lockwood Ridge Rd., Sarasota, FL 34243
   941-351-3711
   $14.99 Sirloin and Lobster tail combination.
   7207 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34231
   941-924-4329
   $14.99 Sirloin and Lobster tail combination.
8. Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse: 6700 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34231 
   941-924-9442
9. Ophelia’s on the Bay: 9105 Midnight Pass Road, Sarasota, FL, 34242
   941-349-2212
   Offering an all you can eat Prime Rib Brunch and a free Bloody Mary or Mimosa for Dad
10. Brasserie Belge: 1990 Main Street, Sarasota, FL 34236
    941-706-1944
11. Terrace on the Circle: 419 St. Armands Circle, Sarasota, FL 34236
    941-388-2222 
    Not sure about dinner? Why not consider steak and eggs served with a complimentary mimosa with breakfast or lunch?
12. Libby's Cafe & Bar: 1917 South Osprey Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34239
    941-487-7300
    Libby’s Sunday Brunch offering Steak & Eggs or Grilled Filet with a free trip to the Bloody Mary Bar for Dad.
    
    

So if your Father’s Day food association is beef, Sarasota restaurants have you covered be it breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner. Of course if your Father's Day food association is something other than beef, there are many options on the menu.

Happy Father’s Day Dining!