Baker & Wife - Sarasota (FL)

5 /5 Dustin Hostetler: Early dinner at 530 pm in the tourist off season was unrushed and uncrowded. See the included photos of the current menu with prices. The calamari was breaded in some of the lightest, crispiest breading weve tried to date. The dipping sauce seemed to be soy based with a splash of fish sauce maybe...it was very unique and tasty. The spicy Thai red curry seafood and linguine was delicious and filling. Just enough heat (spice) to leave your mouth humming slightly at the end of the meal. The beef short rib fettuccine was so well executed and the beef clearly was hand prepared in house. This entire meal reminded us of upscale comfort food. We enjoyed our meal and will be back. We did not include the extensive alcoholic beverage menu in our pictures as we did not consume alcohol with our meal. We also did not include the specials menu that had three or four different options.

4 /5 Lily Haak: a solid 4. i had the chicken with couscous, which was delicious — so is the tuna tartare. steak frites was just steak frites, and beware, the goat cheese, broccoli and butternut squash is served cold! no bread basket and laissez-faire service. good, but not great.

5 /5 Moni Keo: Baker & Wife is an absolute gem! From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with warm hospitality and excellent service. The staff was attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely made us feel welcome. The food was nothing short of fantastic—each dish was expertly prepared, beautifully presented, and bursting with flavor. You can truly taste the quality and care that goes into every bite. The ambiance was perfect—cozy yet stylish, with just the right balance of energy and comfort. It made for a truly enjoyable dining experience. Overall, Baker & Wife exceeded our expectations in every way. If you’re looking for a place with amazing food, top-notch service, and a great atmosphere, this is it. Can’t wait to return!

5 /5 Leah Longyear: This was our first time dining here and we were so pleased. The food is excellent. The choices are unique. The sauces are amazing. We very much enjoyed the creative bartender, and our waitress was spot on!