I was disappointed by the decor, very cold, plain and blah.
I ordered the sweetbreads club appetizer which was ok. The land and sea was cooked perfectly but they could have done without the doughy green onion crepe. The toasted peanut slaw was hot and soggy - should have been crunchy and room temperature at the warmest.
My guest ordered the bone in rib eye which was cooked perfectly and tasted superb. I will give it another try!

No complaints about anything. A "must dine" restaurant. Innovative, creative and clever. It's about time Sarasota got a big city restaurant!

Derek's is simple elegance. The interior of the restaurant is painted in bold brown and gold tones, with sparse decoration, and simple furnishings. It is a clean palate that takes in the colors of its patrons. The food is presented as simpler dishes, all with unique flares. Take veal, served braised, it comes with the unique combination of sweetbreads ragout and ricotta gnocchi, and is topped with wilted frisee with citrus, almond sweet peppers and asparagus. All of the dishes have a pleasant surprise added to the plate. Service is on par for the high quality experience.