5 Florida Eateries Among America’s Most Scenic: Ranking

SARASOTA, FL — Five Florida restaurants are among the country’s 100 “most scenic” dining spots, according to a list released by OpenTable.

The 100 Most Scenic Restaurants list for 2017 puts a spotlight eateries that provide “breath-taking views of nature, cityscapes and travel-worthy landmarks,” according to the website.

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According to OpenTable, the list represents a diverse mix of menus, including Asian, French, Italian and Latin American. California led the way, with 13 winning restaurants; North Carolina was in second place with six scenic dining locations. Florida had five while Colorado, New Jersey and Texas each had four on the list.

Here are all five Florida restaurants that made the list:

Ophelia’s on the Bay, Sarasota

What OpenTable says about it: “Enjoy beautiful vistas of Little Sarasota Bay, from the floor-to-ceiling windows that line the dining room. Or join us for al fresco dining on our open-air patio, as the dolphins and manatee swim by. Winner of many awards both locally and nationally, including an Excellence rating from Zagat.”

Bon Appetit, Dunedin

What OpenTable says about it: “This landmark Dunedin Restaurant offers casual waterfront dining in a sophisticated but relaxed setting; stunning waterfront views of St. Joseph Sound, Honeymoon and Caledesi Islands.”

Spinners Rooftop Revolving Bistro, St. Pete Beach

What OpenTable says about it: “Experience the awe-inspiring panoramic view as the restaurant slowly revolves 360 degrees. Located on the 12th floor of the hotel, Spinners Rooftop Revolving Bistro & Lounge is the only Revolving Restaurant in the entire State of Florida.”

Chart House Restaurant, Melbourne

What OpenTable says about it: “Experience breathtaking views of the Indian River while you dine leisurely at Chart House.”

Latitudes on Sunset Key, Key West

What OpenTable says about it: “You’ll dine on exquisite island cuisine served indoors or alfresco, both with breathtaking views of the Gulf of Mexico, palm trees and tiki torches illuminating the night sky. A most romantic setting and exquisite view of sunset.”

The 100 Most Scenic Restaurants in America list is generated from more than 10 million restaurant reviews submitted by verified OpenTable diners between July 1, 2016, and May 31, 2017. All restaurants with a minimum "overall" score and number of qualifying reviews were included for consideration. Qualifying restaurants were then scored and sorted according to the percentage of qualifying reviews for which "scenic views" was selected as a special feature.

Click here to see the full list of America's most scenic restaurants.

Patch’s Kara Seymour contributed to this story.

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