"Derek Barnes, Sarasota's chief culinary innovator."  Brian Ries, Creative Loafing

Welcome to Derek's Culinary Casual!

Derek's is a restaurant with attitude, atmosphere and some really great food. We call it Progressive American Cuisine. When chef Derek Barnes created the menu, he recognized that this is a place for more adventurous eaters but also a place for a cross-section of visitors, some of whom might have less daring tastes than their dining partners.

Derek is a Sarasota HOT CHEF!

Want to know more about Derek, his cooking phiolosophy and Derek's Culinary Casual? Check out this 4 minute trailer of the pilot for the new television series Sarasota's Hot Chefs featuring Derek and his restaurant.

Nuts and Bolts

Dining Style: Casual Fine Dining

Cuisine: Progressive American Cuisine

Neighborhood: Rosemary District (Downtown Sarasota)

Address: 514 Central Ave., Sarasota, FL 34236

Price: $6 to $36

Website: www.dereks-sarasota.com

Email: dereks-sarasota@dereks-sarasota.com

Phone: (941) 366-6565

Fax: (941) 366-5353

Hours of Operation:
Lunch 11:30 - 2:30 Tues - Fri
Dinner 5:00 - 10:00 Tues - Sat

Payment Options:
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive Chef/Owner: Derek Barnes

Sous Chef:Nicci Williams

Dress Code: Resort Casual

Walk-ins: Yes, but reservations are highly recommended

Offers: Beer, Wine, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Takeout

Parking: Available; Public Lot, Street

Private Party Contact: Derek Barnes(941) 366-6565

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Hours of Operation

Lunch 11:30 - 2:30 Tues - Fri
Dinner 5:00 - 10:00 Tues - Sat

Tidbits

"Chef Derek Barnes creates dishes that are adventurous and precise at the same time. He plays with textures and flavors, pushing the gastronomic envelope at one of the most interesting and best restaurants in town."
Brian Ries, Creative Loafing

"This is true big city, indie style dining: sharp, chef-driven cooking in a plain storefront space in a not yet gentrified neighborhood. Choose foie gras, crispy rabbit, killer soups, scallops and peas, chicken and quinoa. Every course is a robust adventure, from small plates to dessert."
Chris Sherman, St. Petersburg Times

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Reservations

Reservations are not required, but are recommended. Give us a call to set you up!

941-366-6565

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Location

Derek's Culinary Casual restaurant is located in the heart of downtown Sarasota just two blocks north of Fruitville Road on Central Avenue. We're on the east side of the street. Look for the red hanging sign! (Click Here for Google Map Directions, will open in new window)

Site photography by Buz Zoller and Salvatore Brancifort