Der Dutchman - Sarasota

Love this big Amish restaurant, buffet, bakery, coffee, and gift shop. It's got clean restrooms, and the food here is always very good. There are so many people that come here that the buffet is constantly being refreshed. Prices in May 2023 $17.49 for lunch buffet and $18.49 for dinner buffet. You can also order just the salad buffet, or off the menu as well. What you need to know... You need to ask for complimentary rolls (which come with buffet and meals, as well as cranberry sauce and soft serve ice cream, which also comes with the buffet. Stop at the bakery on your way out for fresh pies and baked goods, fudge, and coffees. They sell jars of their apple butter and a whole bunch of jams, pickles, etc. It's a fantastic Amish place that we enjoy every time we pass through town.

Very clean restaurant with oh my God good food! I believe the best food I've ever had. Buffet is $17.49 each, but worth every penny!

The food quality is good, with many selections that are obviously homemade. The size of the selection is, however, limited.

Very Inviting, Brightly lit and cheery, well cleaned and kept. Order off the menu or Sample nearly all favorite dishes off the buffet, where the food is rotated frequently with fresh. You will not miss the salad bar, it takes one full section for itself. All the toppings to make a super salad. There is a selection of desserts on the buffet. Would you like some ice cream? vanilla, chocolate or swirl? It is your choice. Ice cream is table served. After you completed your meal, Shop till you drop in their two story shop. Their Bakery is on the lower level. Cakes, pies, cookies and more. You must try their peanut butter cookies!! moist and full of flavor. Wash all the yum yums down with fresh brewed coffee. You may reach the upper level of the shop, by walking the large double stair case or by elevator, where you will find women's clothing, bedding, wall and table décor and much much more.

Hot and Delicious from start to finish! My waitress was attentive and brought me a new drink without me even asking. Love to visit the bakery shop, and the upstairs unique boutique. I ate alone, they sat me by a beautiful fireplace. I recommend eating at the der Dutchman for fabulous service, a Great variety home cooked buffet, and an excellent dining experience.