Ophelia's on the Bay Menu (Update 2025)
Introducing the menu at Ophelia's on the Bay, a seafood restaurant located in Sarasota, Florida, renowned for its excellent food, service, and breathtaking views. The menu offers a wide selection of dishes, including PEI mussels, scallops, grouper, lamb, and lobster with risotto. All items are made to order using local, freshly caught ingredients. The restaurant also offers a variety of vegetarian options and caters to special dietary needs. The ambiance is romantic and classy, perfect for a special dinner or a gathering with friends. The attentive staff, led by servers like Sylvia and Heather, provide top-notch service and expert recommendations on food and drink pairings. Don't miss out on happy hour specials, free dessert treats, and the chance to enjoy the view of the bay, complete with dolphins. This is a must-visit destination for a truly memorable dining experience at Ophelia's on the Bay.
Appetizers
Maine Lobster Bisque
Cognac, Sherry, Gremolata Crumb, Creme Fraiche, Fresh Chives
Yellowfin Tuna Tartare Nachos
Won Ton Chips, Smashed Avocado, Sweet Soy, Spicy Mayo, Fresh Jalapeno, Wasabi Tobiko
Spanish Dayboat Octopus
Sous Vide, Baby Lettuces, Sundried Tomato & Greek Olive Tapenade, Fig Vincotto, Preserved Lemon, Balsamic Pearls
Baked Connecticut Blue Point Oysters
Roasted Garlic-Horseradish Butter, Parmesan-Panko Crust, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Lemon Mousseline
Escargot
French Onion Fondue, Port Salut, French Brie, Roasted Garlic, Grilled Asiago Bread
Jumbo Lump Blue Crab Cakes
Fried Green Tomatoes, Truffle Perfumed Baby Heirloom Tomato Coulis, Creole Saffron Remoulade
Prince Edward Island Mussels
Coconut Curry Broth, Red Miso, Lemongrass, Toasted Peanuts, Thai Basil Butter, Scallions
Cheshire Farm Heritage Breed Pork Belly
Applewood Smoked, Banana-Mango Chutney, Crispy Plantains
Eggplant Crepes
Ricotta, Mozzarella di Bufala, Mascarpone, Fontina, Spinach, Genovese Basil, San Marzano Pomodoro Sauce
Classic Caprese Of Imported Buffalo Mozzarella
Heirloom Tomatoes, Artisan Greens, Basil, Truffle Perfumed Tuscan Olive Oil, Balsamic Syrup, Fresh Pepper, Italian Sea Salt, Marcona Almonds
Poached Pear And Gorgonzola
Prosecco Poached Bartlett Pears, Cinnamon Walnuts, Gorgonzola Dulce, Pickled Pearl Onions, Fresh Raspberry, Cranberry-Citrus Vinaigrette
Vermont Creamery Chevre And Beets
Yuzu Honey, Pistachio Oil, Sun-Dried Grapes, Fresh Basil, Vincotto Fig Vinegar
Heart Of Romaine Caesar Salad
Classic Caesar Dressing, Gremolata Crouton Crumb, Parmigiano Reggiano, Baby Heirloom Tomatoes
The House Salad
Chopped Iceberg, Crispy Bacon, Baby Heirloom Tomatoes, Angel Hair Carrots, Cucumber, Shaved Red Onion, Tillamook Sharp Cheddar, Buttermilk Dressing
Salads
Entrees
Paella Ophelia
Black Tiger Shrimp, Diver Scallop, Black Mussels, Florida Clams, Crispy Pork Belly, Confit Duckling, Spanish Chorizo-Saffron Rice, Maine Lobster Sofrito Butter Sauce
Extra Rare Yellowfin Tuna Tataki
Togorashi Crust, Kimchii Cucumbers, Wakame Salad, Gochujang Aioli, Sweet Chili Soy, Wasabi Tobiko, Blue Crab Fried Rice
Mauritius Redfish
Coconut and Macadamia Crumb Crust, Tropical Fruit Jam, Sriracha Potatoes, Crispy Plantain Chips
Atlantic Salmon
Dijon Glaze, Roasted Pistachio Crust, Raspberry Vinaigrette, Creme Fraiche Potatoes
Norwegian Halibut
Norwegian Lobster Persillade, Basil, Tarragon, Lemon, Buttered Carrot Creme Fraiche, Jasmine Rice
Hokkaido Sea Scallops
Scallion Salad, Yuzu Kosho Beurre Blanc, Blue Crab Fried Rice
-/ Pound Lazy Butter Poached Maine Lobster Risotto
Roasted Cauliflower, Yellow Tomato Cruda, Fresh Basil, Pecorino Romano
Black Tiger Shrimp Scampi
Chiffonade Spinach, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Yellow Tomato Cruda, Fresh Garlic, Chardonnay Herb Butter, Spaghettini
Center Cut Filet Mignon Of Reserve Angus Beef
Cambozola Sweet Onion Jam, Creamy Black Truffle Poivrade, Potato Gratin Dauphinoise
NY Strip Of Dry Aged Waygu Beef
Grilled Portobello Mushrooms, Sauce Bordelaise, Duck Fat French Fries, Truffle Parmesan Aioli
French Rack Of Australian Lamb
Sous Vide, Butter, Fresh Thyme, Pinot Noir Demi-Glace, Gratin Dauphinoise
Two Preparations Of Jurgielewicz Pekin Duckling
Sous Vide Rendered Breast, Confit Leg, Basil Gremolata, Macerated Strawberries, Creme Fraiche Potatoes
Warm Apple Upside Down Cake
Upside Down Honey Crisp Apple Cake Served with Makers Mark Parfait Glace, Toffee Sauce and Streusel Crumble
Triple Chocolate Cheesecake
Sao Palme Milk Chocolate Cheesecake Over a Mocha Brownie Cake and Chocolate Shortcrust Finished with Valrhona White Chocolate Mousse, Orange-Anise Tuile, and Caramel Sauce
Petit Chocolates
Buttermilk Chocolate Cake Layered with Ghana Fudge Icing and Manjari Chocolate Cremeaux Finished with Strawberry-Rhubarb Sauce, Marsala Sabayon and Crispy Chocolate
Creme Brulee
Lavendar, Manuka Honey and Madagascar Vanilla Bean Infused French Custard with Caramelized Sugar Crust; Joined by Fresh Berries and a Swedish Tosca
Ophelias Signature Key Lime Pie
Florida Key Lime Infused with Coconut and Rum Baked on a Graham Crust. Served over Pineapple-Mango Coulis with Toasted Italian Meringue and Fresh Kiwi
Imported Italian And Homemade Gelato Or Sorbet
~ Sea Salted Caramel ~ Belgian Chocolate ~ Madagascar Vanilla ~ ~ Pistachio ~ Raspberry Sorbet ~ Mango Sorbet ~