Fans of the restaurant’s crowd-pleasing buffet can help it achieve nationwide honors.
SARASOTA, Fla – Der Dutchman is a finalist in the 2026 USA Today Reader’s Choice poll to determine the country’s 10 Best buffet-style eateries. Supporters can follow the link below to vote up to once per day until the contest closes on Monday, June 15, 11:59 a.m. The top 10 winners will then be announced on Wednesday, June 24th at 12 p.m.
All-You-Can-Eat Comfort Food Favorites: Located at 3713 Bahia Vista St., Der Dutchman has been serving up traditional Amish cuisine and baked goods in Sarasota’s Pinecraft neighborhood since 1985. Come hungry and fill up on an endless supply of slow-roasted meats, homestyle noodles, real mashed potatoes, and garden-fresh sides. Each item is prepared with care, using time-honored recipes and quality ingredients. The restaurant and bakery are open Monday through Saturday from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.