Our 5 Star Reviews
Thinking of giving us a try? Check out these reviews from our many happy customers.
Courtney Mitchell (Courtney Grace M.
1702137816
My all time favorite restaurant!
Aly S.
1702124698
By far the best food available in the area in my opinion. Our food was extremely impressive and while the food was expensive it felt like incredible value compared to other restaurants on the key due simply to the magnitude of the quality. An incredible experience that deserves your attention.
alanna K.
1701944280
Good food, the service was warm and welcoming, and the setting/ambiance couldn't be prettier.
Alan J
1701829465
Would recommend to family and friends!!! Great place!!!!
Leslie F.
1701521777
Scallops were out of this world with risotto and brocolini! Great cocktails, too. Looks small from the road but a surprise awaits. And service was amazing, too!
Rebecca J W.
1700956014
A gem. We had a beautiful fresh magnolia salad and sushi. Fabulous. Beautiful environment.
Frédéric C.
1700836902
Went there on Tuesday night and the 4 of us had great time. Always surprising how the front page of a book does not represent what's inside on SWFL. Valet parking, Nice open kitchen, great ambiance with a nice view on the bay, Sushis are one of the best I've eat, Cocktails done perfectly, fresh food, generous plates, great service... even the bathroom were deep cleaned. Great discovery! We will return for sure and thanks Magnolia for offering such a great experience.
Tony A.
1699895587
Gr8 food and service!!!!
Tammy and Stephen S.
1699742654
Always great - but stay away. I want it all to myself! 😀
Ashley C.
1699188311
Had dinner and drinks last night at this beautiful restaurant. Free valet parking which makes for the whole experience of getting there and not having to look for a parking space very enjoyable. Our waiter was very knowledgeable about the menu and extremely nice and attentive. The manager was interactive with the guests and very funny. Food came out in a timely manner and was absolutely delicious. Every plate was presented stunningly. And you of course can’t beat the atmosphere. Will absolutely be back.
Andrew L.
1699151730
Delightful setting, service and food outstanding!
Bill G.
1698403120
Last night, I met up with friends for a "Happy Birthday and Welcome to Florida Dinner." The food and atmosphere was wonderful and definately deserving a 5-STAR rating. Magnolias on the Bay is now on my "A" list for personal enjoyment and entertaining clients.
Gil G.
1697375912
A wonderful dining experience. Magnolias can best be described as casual upscale with a well curated menu. The food was excellent and the service prompt and friendly. The cost of the menu items is well reflected in the quality and plating of the food. A great place for larger parties, and the view of the intercoastal is stunning. A true Florida gem.
Pam T.
1697251636
The food was outstanding but pricy
Anna Nadine Noon S.
1696721520
We dined there this evening. Our waiter was Daniel, charming, attentive and added to the experience. Food and atmosphere was outstanding.
We enjoyed not only the food, the atmosphere, and the wait staff especially, Daniel, thank you for adding enjoyment to our evening of two old friends saying good bye to each other . Thank you, you made our special evening even more special.
We enjoyed not only the food, the atmosphere, and the wait staff especially, Daniel, thank you for adding enjoyment to our evening of two old friends saying good bye to each other . Thank you, you made our special evening even more special.
Susan T.
1696271158
So happy that we found this place!We stopped in for a cocktail and a light snack. It was raining so we sat at the bar. Brian was very attentive and recommended a few sushi rolls that we absolutely loved. We then tried the coconut cake. It was great. Beautiful spot and restaurant. Can't wait to come back for dinner.
Christian C.
1695334735
Absolutely wonderful restaurant. We had a wonderful experience with a fantastic server, Heather. The food is so flavorful, fresh and filling. Keith stopped by and made sure everything was wonderful, he is great. Overall 10/10 experience.
Mike C.
1695248195
This place is amazing! We outdoor seating is beautiful overlooking the water and the food is out of this world. I had the pork chop and my wife had the salmon. Both prepared with excellence and delicious. We also had some sushi that was absolute perfection. We finished the evening off with their coconut cake and it didn't disappoint. We will definitely be back!
Jack J
1694877230
Destiny took great care of us and we really enjoyed our tasty meals and the beautiful, waterfront setting here. Keith was friendly and gave us some history of this great place. We will definitely be back!!
MARK D.
1694267415
We've been several times before and the food is always good.All of the staff including the valets are very friendly.But this time we had Chris and the service was exceptional.Every aspect was perfect. Thank you
Mark H.
1693961030
Great food! This place has people who know how to cook/prepare food, chefs! Love it!
Dan W.
1693919552
Joey G was our waiter, outstanding dude.
Hollie H.
1693276914
Great food great service. They mixed up our steaks and gave my less cooked one to someone else at the table. But it was still good even tho it was cooked a little more than I asked. We will be back for sure.
Harper M.
1693052702
Incredible sushi and great service.
Margaret S.
1692803508
Food was delicious and the staff was wonderful! You can't beat the sunset view while dining.
Jill Gilman F.
1692490288
Everything I have had is delicious
Gretchen B.
1692471043
What an amazing birthday dinner! Dylan was an outstanding server. Great recommendations for drinks. Jalapeño pineapple margarita and the Beekeeper were...
Carla T.
1692443229
Our absolute fav...til last night. No drink order or bread til after sushi served, sushi too lose & fell apart, eggplant Parmesan lukewarm & zucchini pasta chgd to corkscrew slices. New chef & waitress? So disappointing.
Ginger H.
1691980090
Super romantic vibe, but also a fun vibe. Great sushi! Great service, beautiful atmosphere on the water.
Marlene White K.
1691198714
Delicious food and great service, every time !
Kristopher W.
1691169997
The Flet Mignon I ordered was pretty tough and not very flavorful. The drinks were great, and the veiw is worth it.
Allen C.
1690757505
I can’t stop thinking of this great awesome stupendous meal. The waiter was awesome very friendly and funny he was always checking on us Sam and Keith came around and made sure everything was to our liking. You want a first class meal look no further this is the place.
Derek M.
1690587578
Amazing place near Englewood beach! Magnolias on the bay is one of our favorites for date night. Top quality food and great presentation to go with it. Service is always great and if you go then make sure you try the sushi.
Em K.
1690428912
Our food was amazing, so amazing we went back a second time during our vacation. We had the surf and turf, filet mignon and some sushi, everything was spot on, perfectly cooked and totally delicious. The only unfortunate part was the misters under the pergola, we asked to turn them off, it was unpleasant to have that spraying down on us and our food. The second night we asked to sit outside and that was much more enjoyable with the fresh air, nicer view and more relaxing atmosphere. Definitely recommend and if back in that area we will be visiting again (and probably again!).
Brandon G.
1690214253
Yesterday was my first time going to Magnolias and I was blown away. The Sushi was amazing, the staff was great, and the view of the bay is incredible. They do have Valet parking, but I would recommend parking by the beach and taking Stumpy's Free ride down there for a little added fun!
S A.
1689779826
The best restaurant in the Englewood area. The food is always fresh. You can tell the chef cares about what they serve. Plates look beautiful. Service is really good. Beautiful atmosphere. Thankfully they have valet with a smile! Don't try to park yourself.
Johanna L
1689634443
A hidden gem! The service was excellent. The food- divine! And the gorgeous view was the cherry on top!
Allen B.
1689597353
Service and food were both very good.Jeremy was out waiter. The sea bass was cooked to perfection.For me, it was a little to warm to sit outside.
Stephen L.
1689597157
Photographed a special event at "Magnolias on the Bay" and it was incredible. Misting fans kept us cool. The Wait Staff was attentive and professional. The food was outstanding. Whether it a Friday night "Date Night"; Special event or Wedding Venue...you will have made the right choice when you choose Magnolias on the Bay.
Nicholas T.
1688865517
Amazing sushi, with perfectly cooked salmon and grouper. Will be back again
Patrick B.
1688823889
Magnolias is a cant miss spot. Food is outstanding service is perfect. You are seated outside in a covered area with fans and misting that make it incredibly comfortable even in the summer heat. Perfect for date night, special event or just because.
jcbchuck
1688661175
Probably some of the best food I have ever had.
Marcie V.
1688301787
This is a hidden gem! Very nice outside atmosphere and the food was outstanding! We had a couple sushi rolls and the surf and turf!
Valerie D.
1685767685
The food was excellent- the wait staff was outstanding!! Best meal I have had since moving to Englewood Fl.
Robert J M.
1685742871
Now i know why this place has so many positive reviews! Everything from start to finish was top notch!
I made a 615PM reservation and I'm glad that I did. When we left the place was packed! We arrived on time and were seated promptly by the warm hostess. Our very animated waiter, Joey, soon arrived and introduced himself. He set us up with cocktails first. I had the jalapeño pineapple Margarita that was absolutely delicious! My wife had the Passionate Hibiscus margarita that was also delicious. Appetizers were Shoshito peppers and beef tenderloin skewers and the grilled octopus salad. I've had grilled octopus in many restaurants and I can say confidently that this was the absolute best I've ever had! For mains my wife and daughter had the Grouper special over saffron risotto and asparagus and I had the Surf & Turf. Cashew (I think) crusted lobster tail on garlic mashed potatoes and a petite fillet with an Aù Poivre reduction separated by broccolini. The Grouper was moist and the risotto was perfectly cooked. Delicious! My Surf & Turf was epic! I can't sing its praises enough! Everything about it was perfect! The fillet was a perfect medium rare and the Aù Poivre was rich and flavorful. The lobster tail and garlic mashed potatoes were perfect as well. Surprisingly we had room for dessert. An espresso and a dessert I can only describe as a chocolate peanut butter mousse. It was so rich I had trouble finishing the last bite. But I pushed through because it was so good! I was especially impressed with each dishes presentation. As my pics show, they're beautiful!
We'll definitely be back!
I made a 615PM reservation and I'm glad that I did. When we left the place was packed! We arrived on time and were seated promptly by the warm hostess. Our very animated waiter, Joey, soon arrived and introduced himself. He set us up with cocktails first. I had the jalapeño pineapple Margarita that was absolutely delicious! My wife had the Passionate Hibiscus margarita that was also delicious. Appetizers were Shoshito peppers and beef tenderloin skewers and the grilled octopus salad. I've had grilled octopus in many restaurants and I can say confidently that this was the absolute best I've ever had! For mains my wife and daughter had the Grouper special over saffron risotto and asparagus and I had the Surf & Turf. Cashew (I think) crusted lobster tail on garlic mashed potatoes and a petite fillet with an Aù Poivre reduction separated by broccolini. The Grouper was moist and the risotto was perfectly cooked. Delicious! My Surf & Turf was epic! I can't sing its praises enough! Everything about it was perfect! The fillet was a perfect medium rare and the Aù Poivre was rich and flavorful. The lobster tail and garlic mashed potatoes were perfect as well. Surprisingly we had room for dessert. An espresso and a dessert I can only describe as a chocolate peanut butter mousse. It was so rich I had trouble finishing the last bite. But I pushed through because it was so good! I was especially impressed with each dishes presentation. As my pics show, they're beautiful!
We'll definitely be back!
Dave W.
1683521907
We had reservations for our 20th anniversary and we were not disappointed. Our entire experience was outstanding from the atmosphere to the food. My...
Belinda Brainerd C.
1682946120
Third visit here and always a great experience
Lori S.
1681413202
Everything was absolutely amazing!!!!!! From the tuna appetizer, to all of our dinners of the Filet to the Salmon, the dessert and the server!!!! Destiny...
