At Speaks Clam Bar we celebrate the end of Prohibition every day. We are a speakeasy turned Italian Clam Bar serving the fres ... hest seafood, house-made pasta, sauces and craft cocktails. Family Owned. 2 locations - Lakewood Ranch and St. Armands Circle Est. 2017 Celebrities and local foodies are flocking to this award-winning New York Style Clam Bar to enjoy Seafood with Italian Flair and craft cocktails WINNER: Herald-Tribune 2021 Manatee Reader’s choice - New restaurant WINNER: 2019 Golden Spoon Award / Speaks Clam Bar – Florida Trend Best New Restaurant 2020 Open Table - Diner’s choice Best of Sarasota 2019: Readers’ Choice - Runner up: Best Lakewood Ranch restaurant 2019 Trip Advisor - Certificate of Excellence 2018 Sarasota Magazine: Speaks Clam Bar Braved Red Tide to Emerge as the Best New ‘Bar’ on St. Armands Circle Judge for yourself. Come and enjoy the finest Italian and New England dishes in the great clam bar tradition in the fun-loving spirit of the speakeasy. Perfect for a swell time with your family and friends. Homemade pasta and craft cocktails. GF menu available. Make your reservation today. read more