Just about everyone who’s visited Sarasota knows Siesta Key beach, with its roaring surf, spirited volleyball games, and blazing charcoal grills.

But few people have spent time on the tranquil bay side of Siesta Key, where mangroves and wild tropical flowers provide a natural ambiance conducive to elegant dining.

At Ophelia’s, located at 9105 Midnight Pass Road near the southern tip of the Key, you can experience that ambiance either outdoors on a landscaped patio or in an elegant indoor dining room with a view.

Ophelia’s has annually earned high ratings from the Zagat Dining Guide, as well as the “Best of the Best” from Fla. Trend and Sarasota magazines. It is also winner of the People’s Choice “Best Waterfront Restaurant.”