Der Dutchman Sarasota Voted Number 3 in USA Today Best Buffet Contest

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The votes are tallied, and Der Dutchman is among the 10 Best Buffets in the country. The restaurant placed third out of 20 finalists in the 2025 USA Today Readers’ Choice Award Contest. General Manager Manuel Aguilar and his team are appreciative of the recognition. Der Dutchman Sarasota is part of Dutchman Hospitality Group, which includes restaurants, inns, and gift shops in Ohio, Indiana, and Florida. The company also owns and operates a theater and food market at its Dutch Valley campus in Sugarcreek, Ohio. Learn more at dhgroup.com. The restaurant was the only USA Today Best Buffet finalist in Florida.

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