Restaurants in Sarasota

“Quisiera expresar mi gratitud hacia nuestro mesero ANDREI por su excelente servicio durante nuestra visita. Su atención fue impecable, siempre atento a nuestras necesidades y brindando recomendaciones acertadas. Su amabilidad y profesionalismo hicieron que nuestra experiencia fuera aún más placentera. ¡Gracias por hacer de nuestra comida una experiencia memorable!"”

“My family very much enjoyed our dinner at Meliora! Every plate was delicious, especially the duck, tomatoes, gnocchi, raw scallops, and desserts! The service was also amazing! I would highly recommend.”

“Atmosphere great. Owner is wonderful Camille. Waiter is arrogant and never ever apologizes when food doesn’t come out prepared as requested. When an entire plate of steak frites is sent back undercooked doesn’t even offer anything as an apology”

“Speaks is one of our favorite restaurants. My kids love the homemade pasta and the linguine and clams in white sauce is excellent. I like the ambiance upstairs best, but the whole place is beautiful. Highly recommend”

“This place was recommended so we thought we’d check it out with some friends. In summary, the food was OK. The noise level was a little high in the dining room. Wait staff very good. Ambiance fair.For appetizers, we ordered And shared the Rice ball, Bruschetta and the PEI muscles. The cheese ball was interesting but for the life of me I could not find any of the meat that said it had. The PEI mussels were undersized, and the white sauce had almost no flavor. Bruschetta pretty average.For main courses, we ordered the Amatriciana, the flounder, the Carbonara, and the grilled veal chop. Portions on all these were good and the presentation OK but not inspiring. The veal chop was a little raw around the bone. Flavors on all were OK.The tables in the main dining room are small and a little bit close as a result of noise level was a little high when the restaurant got crowded. There is a good wine selection, but no spirits.The highlight of the meal for me was the coconut cake for dessert. It was excellent with great flavor.Our server did a good job. She was cordial and attentive, but not overbearing. The food came out after a reasonable amount of time and was warm.With several glasses of wine our bill came out to $258 before tip which I felt was a bit on the pricey side.”

“Perfect addition to the Sarasota restaurant scene!We made it for dinner on a Friday night along with another couple. Parked nearby at the State Street Garage. We were warmly greeted when we arrived. The restaurant has two floors with the second floor overlooking the ground floor dining room and large rectangular bar. The entire first floor is floor to ceiling glass with a great view of Lemon street activities. Nice vibe and it's not overly loud inside.Our Initial seating upstairs was not to our liking (a little closed in) and we were able to move to a table on the sidewalk out-front (which made for great people watching). Although it's on the street the traffic is light and slow and there's pedestrians coming and going. It was also a beautiful evening out.This is a Tapas restaurant and the menu features many different to pick from along with shareable Paella dishes. To start we ordered 4 tapas to share (Pan Con Tomate, Pollo Ajillo, Croquetas, Alcahofas Fritas) and the Mariscos Paella (which takes about 45 minutes). We also ordered a pitcher of the Sangria Rusbusto which has additional 12 yr brandy to add depth to the flavor. Good portion and great flavor for 3 of us that were drinking.The tapas were delivered to the table in sequential fashion which was nice as it gave a chance to try each one with out rushing. The portions were sometimes 3, 4 or 5 pieces so with 4 of we split what what was already portioned out. Regardless, the flavors were all amazing and the portions good for a Tapa. After the initial Tapas and while waiting for the paella we also ordered the Spanish Grilled cheese. It was by far my favorite with the bread crunchy and the melted Manchego cheese and spicy aioli giving it a burst of flavor with a kick. I'd come for happy hour and just get the Grilled Cheese in the future.About this time the hot pan of paella showed up. Nice presentation with the prawns on the top and good depth of flavor on the rice portion of the dish intermixed with seafood. I've eaten plenty of paella and this one was tight up there.For desert we opted to split the Flan. It's made differently from flan I've had in the past. A lot lighter and creamy with a good flavor.About the time we were finishing up the Manager (Ashley) came by to query about our meal. After small talk and her raving about the cheesecake she comp'd us one. It was excellent.Throughout the meal Carolina, our waitress, did a great job. She was very knowledgeable on the menu and answered all our questions. She never rushed us and was attentive but not overly.We had heard a lot about Beso before coming and it exceeded our expectations. The ambiance, service and food were excellent. Kudos to the staff for making our meal with our friends memorable. Not sure who's cooking there but the Head Chef and kitchen staff should be commended for the quality, presentation and taste of everything we had.We'll be back!”

“absolutely wonderful everything we ate was great the people were wonderful the atmosphere was right on for an Italian style restaurant. planning on going back again”

“I went to Circo for food and drinks with my friend's and had a great experience. Our bartender Nik was amazing and made me a jalapeño mango margarita and it was the BEST margarita I’ve ever had! I highly recommend anyone to come here if they’re looking for good drinks, food and amazing service.”

“We went to this restaurant for my daughters birthday. She had been there previously for her husband‘s birthday, so she wanted to go back for hers. All in all the service was excellent, very attentive. I can’t say I wasn’t happy with my food because he asked my daughter if she wanted her steak medium rare that she had and he didn’t ask me if I wanted my steak on my Noodles meet them where are we are done so when it came, it was medium rare I can’t eat me to where I feel like blood in my mouth so I asked him to go back and make it well done so they actually went back and literally bought the meat to every bite that I took take it tasted like burnt grill Choco pie crispy very unhappy with my meal very dissatisfied but other than that my daughter like to hurtful my son-in-law like this food oh my granddaughter, she did not eat her food but all in all it was OK experience just not happy with my food”

“The food was amazing. I ordered a half pepperoni and half cheese pizza. It had a perfectly cooked crust and the flavor was immaculate. Other than the amazing food, the service was top tier. The owner took our order and engaged in conversations with us while maintaining professional. The atmosphere/ambiance in the restaurant was super positive. High energy and I felt the positivity through my whole meal. Definitely will go back whenever I'm in Sarasota.”

“This Place is a MUST Try in Gulf Gate, the food staff and atmosphere is so lovely. You feel like your transported to Turkey. I havent had one thing there I didnt like. Its also alot quieter than alot of restuants with loud music so it was a great atmosphere to bring guests you want to conversate with. LOVE ”

“Absolutely love this place! Whether it's for a happy hour with friends or a sumptuous meal, it never disappoints. The upscale ambiance and the exceptional staff elevate the experience. From well made drinks to delectable dishes and the company of amazing people, it truly offers everything you could wish for and more.Parking: It is in a strip center in Gulf Gate with plenty of parking.”

“I gave Shore 4 stars for not for the food but for the atmosphere. It's a sexy cool spot in heart of St. Armand's Circle. The staff was friendly. We went at 2pm thinking we'd missed the lunch crowd. The place was still packed. We only had to wait 15-20 minutes though. Drinks were great, had the Bee Keeper, Barrel Aged Cocktail and Espresso Martini. Started with the Crispy Bao Buns. I got the Tuna Tartare as my entree, hubs had the Faroe Island Salmon, you can see by his empty plate (forgot to take a before pic) that he enjoyed it. The tuna tartare was fresh and light. I feel there is "always something" good, bad or indifferent when dining out. My "always something" for Shore was the crispy bao buns. I know it says it in the name but I think one of the great thing about bao buns is the pillowy goodness and these crispy ones just missed the mark for me. All in all Shore is a great place to go grab a bite while shopping St. Armands Circle.”

“Excellent food, the dishes are delicious, I tried the pork masita and the fried cow and I saw the dishes from other tables delicious, to take away I ordered the suckling pig sandwich which is extremely large and super delicious, the smoothies were super good, I felt very well cared for , we will be back very soon.”

“Michael's on East (MOE) is one of the best fine dining establishments in Sarasota and has been in business for nearly 40 years. Ive been a customer for nearly 30 of those 40 years and despite its maturity, MOE is still hot, hopping and a crowd pleaser for those who enjoy great food, wines and service. During its nearly four decades, MOE has been wowing patrons with its fine cuisine, decor, and outstanding service. Don't be surprised if you see actors, comedians and musicians who might be performing at the Van Wezel during the winter season, sitting next to you because the concierge at their hotel recommended MOE as one of the desirable restaurants for a sensational meal, wine and service. MOE is rich in Sarasota heritage and is the perfect choice to celebrate a special occasion with that very special guest or guests. It's a delight in every way.”

“Beautiful restaurant and beergarden.Fantastic menu and the best german food I’ve ever had.Fantastic and accommodating staff.Authentic and outstanding beer list as well.We will be back and back”

“Updated 3/30/24 with more photos.We visited my parents in Sarasota and this was our first time at Seasons 52. We loved it! The atmosphere was awesome, the food was great!I love their scallops, they are just perfect along with the risotto. On a more recent visit 3/24/24) they had asparagus with the Scallops instead of the broccoli.My parents love the Salmond salad, but my dad commented that on our most recent trip (3/24/24) that the salmon was a little dry.From 3/24/24, my husband said the lamb was good but a little chewy, he had to chew a lot.There is plenty of parking in the parking lot on either side of the mall.Parking: The Sarasota restaurant is located in a shopping mall, so there’s lots of free parking.”

“Lovely lunch spot, amazing menu for Vega and gluten free! We'll be back, what a great find! I think it was the owner explained who it all to us, she's such a delightful woman! We had the buckwheat pancakes, the gyro, celery juice, and the root chakra tonic. Yumalicious!!Vegetarian options: EVERYTHING is vegan!Dietary restrictions: EVERYTHING is gluten free!”

“We tried Tripletail for the first time and it did not disappoint. Our stunning server, Lily, was very attentive and knowledgeable. My husband tried a smoked bourbon and said it was very good, I had a tasty white sangria. We shared the shrimp and crab dip app. Our entrees were delicious. We had the tripletail, and we highly recommend this. I had the crab stuffed shrimp and they were equally as good. We highly recommend visiting Tripletail Seafood in Sarasota.”

“This was such a wonderful meal! My wife & I traveled all the way down from Tampa because we are lacking sit-down, plant-based restaurants in our area. Ka Papa did not disappoint! Everything was delicious, and the service was excellent as well. Highly recommend, even if you aren’t plant-based!”

“I'm not kidding when I say this has been the best coffee we have ever had. The craftsmanship and quality of each drink and flavor is like no other coffee we have had! Besides being the best coffee we have had it has also been the nicest down to earth people we have met and so glad to say it is finally a good positive experience for us everyday going to see Gabi and Patrick. Our Daily drinks are the Blueberry Dream and New Orleans cold brew coffee which are dramatically different but equally amazing id order a flight to try all of them! Thanks for adding such a pleasant local place to Sarasota!Vegetarian options: They have all your milk preferencesParking: Easy little parking lot for all shops in the plazaKid-friendliness: Super nice People people welcome everyone (they have hot chocolate ;) )”

“The minute you walk in the door you’re treated like family. The food is delicious and a great value for your money.Our server Chris was pleasant and very attentive to our needs.Every time I eat here Jaider and Jonathan are the best. They make sure everything is right and always go above and beyond.Parking: A huge lot is available.”

“We went last night for dinner, and from the table the service, the food and the cocktails my girlfriend and I were very satisfied !Crab cake and Branzino was just perfect!”

“We found this little place on line and were missing our Greek places from back in NY. We picked a day that someone hit a power pole so no lights. That did not stop them from serving, all but the soda machine. Amazing Gyro and Chicken Slovakia. Our server was a sweetheart and made sure everyone was taken care. Best Pita we have had in a while!!!! Thank you for making lemonade of or lemons!!!!”

“This is ALWAYS a favorite! You can’t beat the food, and the service is AMAZING! We had a bit of a wait tonight. However: 1) It was worth the wait. And 2) the staff was very kind during our wait. In fact, they were bringing complimentary hush puppies out for everyone waiting. This place is one of those places in Sarasota that you absolutely cannot miss!”

“Food was fantastic and our server Abbey was wonderful. Very attentive and gave us great suggestions. We had the lobster appetizer, followed by soup and salad. For entree my husband had the Steak Diane and I had the crispy duck. We finished with chocolate mousse for dessert. So decadent! We will definitely keep it on the list for special occasions. A little too pricey for every weekend option.”

“Absolutely love the matcha, so earthy and delicious! Mannie and Amanda have made me four different drinks so far, all of which I have loved. This coffee is so flavorful and perfectly roasted on its own that you don’t need sugar to mask any bitter or burned taste that you find at the chain cafes around here. Amanda has introduced me to oat milk and I’m loving that too.”

“My family had an amazing experience today at Jake’s. As a person with a lot of food allergies there is nothing more comforting then a place that invites conversation around individual dietary needs. From the signs posted letting you know to mention allergies, to checking ingredients, and taste testing-every moment made me feel safe to enjoy ice cream with my family. Thank you for all of your work to help make quality products that accommodate food allergies. Thank you for the kindness and passion that is clearly poured into every moment. It is the small moments that really make a difference and Jake’s is amazing at creating joy through small moments and interactions! Added bonus-the ice cream is beyond words good! So happy to have found this ice cream shop!”

“Had a truly wonderful experience at this new ramen place in downtown Sarasota. Impeccable service, delicious food, and wonderful presentation. So happy we have such a great place in downtown Sarasota. Run don’t walk.”

“We enjoyed a fabulous dinner. Barbara was attentive and took very good care of us; as did all the staff. The food was fresh, well presented and very flavorful. Highly recommend and we shall return.”

“Highly recommend…food and fun…its one thing to have great food…its another to make it fun…you will step into another universe…well done..big fan..10 stars”

“For those who have never been to Rodizio need to go now. It is one of those once-in-a-lifetime experiences.Rodizio has a wide variety of meats brought around to your table so you don't have to get up unless you really need to eat at the buffet/salad bar.Service is always helpful and friendly. It may be a little expensive for dinner (that is why I always go for lunch).They also have special events and specials during certain holidays. Thanksgiving dinner at Rodizio was magnificent.This is a restaurant you really need to experience.”

“Simply said, PHENOMENAL! Emelio, Rosie and staff are fantastic! The food is sensational! I certainly think it’s one the best restaurants in Sarasota! Bravo!! Can’t wait to go back!”

“Bar Hana and Kojo are my favorite to restaurants in Sarasota. The quality of the food and cocktails are unmatched. Everything is fresh and delicious. Highly recommend. The ambiance in Bar Hana is so tropical and relaxing.”

“I can’t say enough good about Rosemary and Thyme! The food and drinks are wonderful, and the service is next level. From management to bartenders to servers- such positive interactions, attention to detail, and thoughtfulness. We always book on open table, and typically go for special occasions, and they’ve made it so special each time!”

“Sushi was fresh and delectable, the chicken fried rice was addictive (?), and the gyoza was amazing!5 ⭐️ for fabulous Asian cuisine! You won’t be disappointed!Kid-friendliness: Staff was friendly and accommodating for kid patrons”

“A nice little cafe with patio seating in downtown Sarasota. The ambiance is very nice with the restaurant's indoor and outdoor seating - you can people watch during the farmers market. Food quality is superb here. The breakfast bowl was delicious in every way. Service was efficient but not the absolute best. Prices are a little bit inflated for the offerings, but typical Sarasota fare nowadays.”

“The seafood sampler was delicious- the scallops melt in your mouth like butter. The ocean scampi was good, but the garlic was a bit overpowering. Pleasant staff and comfortable outdoor seating… it was nice for a higher end meal.”

“They have a 5 star team and work together flawlessly. Not one employee passed by our table without stopping if it looked like something needed cleared. Fred (our waiter) was quirky, kind, and delightful! Best waiter we had all week! The food was fresh, flavorful, and delicious. 3rd round of mussels this week at other restaurants and Clayton’s was by far the BEST. The Clayton salad is light and the dressing is tasty. The butter they serve with the bread is different than any I’ve tasted and I could eat it with a spoon. The crab cakes were excellent and seared to perfection. The scallops melt in your mouth. We WILL be back.”

“everything is wonderful ! we had lunch there, ordered the Brussel sprouts(a must) the bao bao buns and the chicken Tikka also a goat cheese pie for dessert. every single thing was perfect ! our server Ethan was great, very attentive and knowledgeable about every item. ! will definitely go back !”

“Great Happy Hour If you can score a seat at the bar or at a table in the bar area and it’s before 5:45pm, you can get a great deal. Drinks, including their house cocktails and most of their wines, are half off. There’s a nice list of small plates at excellent prices that are also available. We started with a couple of good cocktails. Then we shared the delicious happy hour fried shrimp. We followed that with the happy hour mussels—one of the best bowl of mussels I’ve had in a while. It was served with a basket of bread that was perfect to sop up the lovely mussel broth. Next we had the happy hour ceviche which was a generous serving and really tasty. We moved off the happy hour menu to get the Monkfish, which is discounted in the early evening. You don’t see monkfish on menus very often, and this one was very good. It comes with a soup or salad and we chose the delicious clam chowder. The plate it nicely composed with a starch and veg accompanying the monkfish. A shout out to our server, Barbara, who was very kind, helpful and efficient and moved us along at a pleasant, unrushed pace. We enjoyed our dinner very much and we hope to return.”

“Wonderful experience each time we are visiting, doing such a remarkable job for a newly opened restaurant! The Staff go out of their way to please customers and are gracious to offer a welcoming dish as a treat each time you'll visit! Presentation is superb with mini LED light & Orchids flowers... Quality is fresh & good... A pleasure to have this restaurant in our neighborhood!...”

“What a great experience! Wendy , Ivo and The man himself Pietro made our anniversary dinner amazing ! The Chicken Franchese was so tender and delicious. The veal chop with the Parmesan Risotto was even better. Highly recommend this place. What made the evening so great was the how well the staff worked together to make our visit perfect. Fantastic teamwork that made us feel like family! This is something you do not see often .. Cheers to you & your team Pete ! John & Heather”

“We were a party of 8, and consensus was a solid 4 for the food, and 5 stars for service (our waiter was Mark).My only complaint is they reserve all the close parking for valet; not much of a complaint, but why tho...?This was our 2nd visit and we will be back.”

“This is definitely one of my new favorite restaurants! The food is amazing and they have tons of vegan and gluten free options. Best vegan sushi you can imagine and they have such a great variety of options in general. Shout out to our server Shayne - he was so kind, attentive and pleasant and really made our night. He made excellent recommendations and was really knowledgeable about the menu.”

“Our wait staff, Donny and Shawn, were very attentive and dealt with a large party well. We ordered off the menu and the appetizers and entrees were very good, came out at the same time, and were enjoyed by all.”

“Had a great nite with Family & friends. Drinks were cold , bartenders were great attentive, and very personable. I great place to relax , meet people and enjoy being with family & friends!”

“Who doesn’t love Waffle House?! Tasty food, fast service and the staff is always very friendly! This is our favorite local WH :)Kid-friendliness: High chairs available. They gave my 1 year old a Waffle House Hat to play with at her last visit which was so sweet!”

“Amazing sundown experience. Started my afternoon at the Tiki bar which was a good call. They were short staffed and helping with orders on the beach. Though Solo, it was a semi quiet bar family and children friendly. Shout out to (Joe) who attended to me and was very attentive. After my meal I went to lounge. Beach waiters were attentive as well i.e water bucket and umbrella etc. I felt well attended to though I did not require much. I want to applaud management towards the etiquette and team spirit the men and women had. I could hear many complaints of orders being skipped or taking too long, yet felt the crew did thier best by compensating in other area's. I do have to say to update the beach lounge chairs they are very uncomfortable.”

“So this was my first time at a Wawa. My compadre is from the east coast so he told me I had to try their sub sandwiches. We don't have these in the PNW and I wish they did.Truthfully, I do not like sandwiches and do not eat them if I had a choice, unless it's a Vietnamese Banh mi. We went in and you can customize your sandwich on the kiosk and they make it for you. Grabbed our Agua fresca that he is obsessed with, paid and waited for our order. We shared the sandwich because I never finish and it was surprisingly good and such a cheap meal.Just thinking about it, I'm craving a Wawa sandwich. Overall, it's clean here, there's seating outside and super convenient. Better than hitting up a fast food joint.I'll be back again soon.”

“My first experience at Denny's was fantastic! The service was excellent, and the food was quite good. I opted for breakfast, which was a tad greasy but still enjoyable.”

“Our order taker didn't understand our order 3 x's and still the order wasn't correct when we picked up our food.But the food was good and we went on our merry way.”

“I had a pleasant take-out breakfast experience this morning, and my mobile order came out promptly and fresh. Kim was very helpful, and offered me a drink carrier since I had a lot to carry out to the car. The service this morning was excellent. Thank you Kim + the rest of the morning team!”

“Just found this place today while eating across the street at Tony's Chicago Beef and I'm glad I stopped in to check it out, these cookies are fantastic! Will definitely be back often. May have to gift some of these for the Holidays as well!”

“Always love coming here. Everytime i am in Sarasota i come here. Always new flavors, always wonderful staff and always leave happy. Will always come back here. Sorry no picture dove right in when I got my ice cream, got the blueberry cheesecake, highly recommended. Also have gotten the cotton candy and Cookie Monster. All good. 10/10”

“We had the masala dosa and the utthappam. Masala dosa was excellent, not oily and they also ask whether you want it crisp or soft! Thats a first. The uthappam a little spicy and thinner than usual but my partner loved it. Will try other items next time. Also, would love to see more south indian dishes like a mini thali. We dont have many south Indian spots here.”

“Excellent ice cream and Italian ice. We have been twice and everyone loves what they order. The owner is so fun to talk to. He welcomes new ideas and is so innovative. Definitely recommend!”

“Found this amazing pizza on Sunday while driving through Gulf Gate! Delicious, fresh ingredients and reasonably priced- go try it if you are looking for something more exciting than your average pizza!!”

“Coco’s Bistro is 3000% spectacular! This charmingly delightful Venezuelan restaurant serves up the best Pico de gallo in all of Florida! This is a “bucket list” stop for all road trip travelers. You receive the best Venezuelan food, The Queen Arepa is a fresh, warm, delicious guacamole and shredded chicken that is served with a Coco’s sauce. The Pico de Gallo Arepa is tremendously delicious with the sweetest tiny red tomatoes blended in the fresh homemade Pico de Gallo. The staff treat you like family and there is no wait for your food, it is all served fresh and authentic right to you. The dining atmosphere is clean, with a city vibe and small town charm wrapped up in Venezuelan spirit. Lastly, the real hidden gem is the sweet desserts they make. Try the Dulce de Leche, it has the wonderful flavor of caramello!!! Best Venezuelan food in all of Florida!!!”

“Soooo good! Some of the best Chicago Italian beef we've ever had, including in the City. Homemade with care that shows. Owner served us and was so kind and warm as well. If you want to rock your taste buds socks off... eat here! Can't recommend higher!”

“It was amazing, I asked the gas clerk how the food was and he recommended the fried rice with chicken. I have to say it smelled yummy and when I got home and had some it was amazing. Love trying new places to eat and love helping the community. Go try them out. Friendly service as well.”

“Ok so I cannot say enough about this place…it’s my new favorite restaurant. The food is absolutely delicious, healthy, fresh…and a work of art. Staff are amazingly helpful and sweet…it’s beautiful inside…there are just no downsides to this place. The falafel rainbow bowl is my new favorite lunch. ❤️”

“my wife and I stopped in to try this place while we were visiting down in Sarasota. hanging out at Coquina Beach. we saw this place on Fox 13 news with Charlie Belcher. I experience there was awesome very nice people nice location. waffle was amazing I had the one with all the berries. wife had an ice cream cone she enjoyed it very much. this place is definitely on our list for when we come down to visit down in that area. it's not that far from Riverview.”

“Kids love their Kid’s Menu selections. Their beef and chicken Shawarma were great but the service and attitude was the best.Kid-friendliness: Good Kids Menu and staff was very friendly to our kids.”

“I loved this little cafe right in downtown Sarasota I got flashbacks of Europe. The food is so good I loved the Hungarian style bread it’s absolutely incredible. The service was totally ?% they were always asking us if everything was ok and if we needed anything. I will definitely go back.”

“My uncle Tim recommended that my family and I check Spearfish out. We spent a long weekend in Siesta Key and this was by far the best food we had! It wasn’t “touristy” like a lot of other places nearby - it was just GOOD. The food Eric cooked on the green egg was some of the best I’ve ever had. We will definitely be back.”

“Finally got to try FAM's Kitchen, only regret is that I didn't go sooner! super friendly and GREAT food. Highly recommend to my vegan/vegetarian friends or those that don't think eating healthy can taste great too!!”

“Amazing Authentic Thai food! Always wonderful conversation with Monty about Thailand. The food is always served with a beautiful Thai Smile! We Love your food truck!”

“just had the best experience at crop juice in sarasota! the owner and staff were very helpful, knowledgeable & personable. the food was delicious and all gluten free/vegan. we are on vacation and trying to eat healthy so we are so happy we happened to drive by and find this wonderful place. highly recommend to everyone who wants a great experience. from the food to the juices to the amazing staff - a 10/10 !!”

“Service and Hospitality was amazing. Rick Michael’s is a terrific owner. Doing a great job keep it up! We will be coming back for sure. -5 girls from Alabama. Roll Tide!”

“Honest opinion is it was great! First time there today and the fries alone were the best i ever had. Imagine a them tasty chic fila fries but ten time better and actually crispy. Even after a ten minute drive home! Sandwich was great. And the shakes, domt even get me started. Their name, People dedicated to quality, id say so forsure!”

“Really impressed with the "new" sonny's bbq... food quality and ambiance greatly improved. Bbq chopped salad was excellent as were the st Louis ribs and pulled chicken. Glad to be coming back for some good ”

“My 2nd visit. Quick lunch, I heard the fish sandwich was delicious. It surely was sooo good! My 1st bite, I looked at the sandwich to say how can you taste this delicious. Now, for customer service, the young man was so kind . When I was leaving, he held the door and actually remembered my name and said, "Have a wonderful day! Wow, let me hire him, amazing!”

“Diner style location with clean self serve counter. Best hot dog I’ve had in SRQ. Fries are straw style and crispy and warm when served. Can’t wait to go back and try something else and may even try a sundae- they looked great. Super casual diner - highly recommend!”

“The fries were out of this World !!! Customer service 5 stars ! Quick and delicious!Amazing food ! The Owner makes his own spice blends , sauces and sour cream this is a perfect spot for a delicious meal. I recommend the quesadilla. This is a can’t miss Sarasota Gem !!! Best of the Best !!!Dietary restrictions: Ask for dietary restrictionsKid-friendliness: Kid friendly modifications allowed”

“Great burgers hotdogs fries shakes beer place. Funky,noisy nest to the highway lunch door. Fresh oil in the fryers,the fries were great. Decent sized burgers and friendly wait staff. Huge key needed for restrooms outback is a throwback gem. Restrooms were super clean! Overall great experience. We will go back.”

“Amazing service as well as Amazing food. The portions are enough for you to enjoy. They welcome everyone with a huge smile. The atmosphere is very elegant and the staff is very attentive. I am definitely going back.!!!!!”

“You nolonger allow 2 separate orders at the drive thru.My cold brew with foam only taste good a couple of times.I use to love DD'sI will return not sure when.Donuts are a plusWraps are yummyMini baggels are good.”

“Great tasting food to take home after a busy day shopping and never leave your car !!Parking: Park and eat at their umbrella tables or go through their drive throughKid-friendliness: They can eat outside with parents or never leave the car and take it home”

“I love coming to Dunkin donuts were there coffee for there bacon or there sandwiches as well as their donuts as well as speaking to someone for my mom to get a job is going to be employed with this company.”

“One of MANY Bucks locations I patronize for my daily afternoon joe, depending on where I am in SRQ. This place is always clean, friendly, and has what I am looking for. The patio view is...well...traffic, but the interior has the nice feel of someone's den. It's quiet, cool and dark and feels somehow studious. I like it. �”

“My boyfriend and i decided to try this one out because we go very often and had a bad experience at another one. we enjoyed this one very much! Ruby was a very kind and sweet worker! she made the best açaí bowl i've ever had!!! best smoothie kind in town hands down!!”

“First off I want to say thank you to the staff who was super patient and helped answer any questions I had. Second I hate that there isn't a smoothie king around Boston so if you see this PLEASE OPEN ONE UP HERE. It's a great place to go for a post-workout protein shake. I have to say that although there is two locations I prefer this one I don't like the drive through location. This one is the better of the two!”

“It was my girlfriend 31st birthday, the night started a little sour as we had to wait over 10 mins after being seated for a waiter to greet us though they were not busy. They did apologize for the mix up and after that the night was great, from the food to the service to the atmosphere. She enjoyed her birthday and for that, thank you.”

“Bit costly $$$ but one of the best places I have been in. I don't review all places I go to but this is totally 5 star. We had 6 people and we ordered some appetizers and lab chops as main plus other things. Every plate and drink was delicious. But mostly this place worth its money is the stuff (sevrers)! All of them nice and polite even management.”

“This restaurant provides truly refined andexcellent food and is worthy of a "big city". The challenge is whether Sarasota is "big enough" and sufficiently sophisticated for it at this stage. Come on Sarasota, prove that you are up to this challenge, or is it to be burgers and pizza for you all for ever?”

“So the steak was not melt in my mouth like buttah and yes I got the filet, normally don’t. The rest of the meal was fantastic and wine but I was surprised the steak was not as good. (I think Capital Grille does an outstanding steak by comparison)”

“Unbelievable, happy hour Bordeaux amazing. Then stayed for dinner. Had the fish special! Cocktails are innovative try the smoked old fashioned or Manhattan presentation was amazing. EVERYTHING amazing! Service was exceptional.”

“We LOVE this place!! When we come to Sarasota if we don’t have a beverage at the bar it’s a lost day. Jasmine and Hannah make happy hour, or ANY hour, that much better!”

“I travel a lot for work. And i've eaten that a lot of taco trucks over the years. Came across this place and hands down the best food I think I've had from a taco stand. Everything was fresh in full flavor. This will become my new. Go to spot when i'm in the area.”

“Unbelievably good tacos and unique. Tried the Al Pastor, shrimp, duck, pork belly, and birria. They were all so good I can’t decide which I liked best. Service was friendly and efficient. Will definitely be back soon.”

“My family and I spent the afternoon at this pleasant ice cream shop. In addition to the excellent quality of the ice cream, the service was fantastic, including the pets. This filled me with joy.”

“Just had your lunch specials of chicken curry soup and the 1/2 wrap of turkey BLT. Very good! Soup had great flavor but not spicy. The turkey, bacon, tomato and arugula in the wrap were perfect!”

“I went there for lunch today and the food was delicious. I had the pork shank and it was like butter it just melted in your mouth. I also got some Wienerschnitzel to go and a lot of desserts for later. the staff was very nice and they even wrote Happy Birthday on my dessert box.”

“Hidden Gem of Sarasota. If you are "out East" you have to try this coffee shop. Tasty breakfast items yummy coffee and tea flavors. Friendly staff and such a cute place for a meet up.”

“We were in town and looking for authentic Korean food. Charlie's was fantastic - truly home cooking !! Fresh food made to order. Our meal was outstanding and cannot recommend more highly - truly great food!! Thank you !!!”

“Love the staff, food and location. That being said, we came here 3 times in a week. Twice for breakfast and once for lunch - each time with our dog. The breakfasts are really good: Denver omelette with their potatoes, avocado toast, even their grits are tasty. They have biscuits for the dogs as well as a fresh water bowl… what’s not to like? We leave for home tomorrow, so today was our last time for this trip!”

“Food was excellent...so many great choices ! The only thing better was our server Sara ! Very friendly, knowledgeable and attentive ! Looking forward to returning soon !”

“First time here.. crab cakes are amazing! Perfectly cooked slightly crispy outside and tender and butter inside. The lobster roll was one of the best I've ever had! Will definitely be back here. I can't believe I've passed this place up so many times!”

“The food is delicious! If you are looking for drinks, burgers, or pizza highly recommend. The staff is amazing. Tell Dave, David and D’Ann sent you. And don’t forget you can take your furry friends if their vaccinations are up-to-date and the have been spade or neutered.”

“It will be a bittersweet day when the rest of Americans discover how INCREDIBLE Vietnamese food is.I'm a big guy and the size of the portions are crazy, I always leave feeling so full but it's all healthy ingredients.Mia's was OUTSTANDING, If I lived closer I would eat here all the time. I look forward to coming back and I'm grateful to have stumbled upon Mia's Vietnamese cuisine.Had an iced coffee too, off the charts good!”

“I was having a bad day. Like the worst day of my life. And all I wanted was poke. The staff could see it in my eyes and were super nice and grateful. They checked on me and were super sweet. I got up to clean up, and there was a box of pocky waiting for me on my table and a silent smile. The food is amazing but it’s because of the service that I come in every week. ❤️. Thank you for making my day suck less.”

“Tacos El Costeno is a hidden gem. We tried it on our first night in Sarasota, based on all of the glowing reviews, and it did not disappoint. My husband had a steak taco and pork taco and my daughter had a chicken taco. The tacos came with cilantro, lime, onion, and slices of radishes. Based on one review I saw, I went for a gordita with chorizo, and it was amazing. The dough was freshly fried. The chorizo was so flavorful. I was in heaven. 1 gordita for dinner was plenty for me to feel full. The food was served with 2 sauces to add on--one green and one red and both were great. I liked that there were picnic tables to eat freshly cooked food that was brought out to us. My only gripe was that the tables are close to a road that has a decent amount of traffic going by, so it was a bit loud. But not a big deal overall. We will absolutely visit this place again during our time in Sarasota!”

“Very very good! Breakfast here is a sure thing. I highly recommend going here for breakfast or lunch. Go for the skillet potatoes instead of hash browns, you'll be glad you did.”

“VANESSA G. the G should stand for great! We felt welcomed as soon as we walked in! Got a table and did a great job keeping the positive energy and actively listened & responded being attentive and proactive. Whether that was questions about the menu, making sure if we needed refills, any extra sides, & checking in on us while still maintaining a pleasant atmosphere! She did a wonderful job of both work ethic and provided a great experience! The food was great! Great server & I’m sure that will only to continue to reflect great things for her & for the location! It’s the little things that make such a positive impact and create a better overall experience, it goes a long way. We appreciate it, thank you!”

“Michael's on East (MOE) is one of the best fine dining establishments in Sarasota and has been in business for nearly 40 years. Ive been a customer for nearly 30 of those 40 years and despite its maturity, MOE is still hot, hopping and a crowd pleaser for those who enjoy great food, wines and service. During its nearly four decades, MOE has been wowing patrons with its fine cuisine, decor, and outstanding service. Don't be surprised if you see actors, comedians and musicians who might be performing at the Van Wezel during the winter season, sitting next to you because the concierge at their hotel recommended MOE as one of the desirable restaurants for a sensational meal, wine and service. MOE is rich in Sarasota heritage and is the perfect choice to celebrate a special occasion with that very special guest or guests. It's a delight in every way.”

“Had a late lunch here for the first time and it was an excellent choice! Staff was super nice. Good came quick and all of it was delicious. I had two tacos carnitas and mofongo and my date had the mole on top of chicken and rice and he loved it⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

“We thoroughly enjoyed our time at Gecko's Grill & Pub. The food and drinks were excellent. The view of the adjacent pond when eating outside was beautiful and relaxing. The wait staff were adequately attentive and efficient. If we are back in the Sarasota area, we will make it a point to stop in at Gecko's!”

“I would definitely recommend this restaurant to family and friends. I ordered the wild caught salmon and it was cooked perfectly. Loved the atmosphere and our server Eni was attentive, polite and helpful. She knew the menu very well and answered all of our questions. Will be back again!”

“Delicious food and great service. I will be back! I ordered goat saag, and the meat was very tender.I ordered "medium" spice level, and it was a bit hot for me, so I suggest asking for "mild" if you are a wimp about spice.There are lots of options on the menu.Vegetarian options: Most dishes are offered either with meat or vegetarian.”

“Excellent food, the dishes are delicious, I tried the pork masita and the fried cow and I saw the dishes from other tables delicious, to take away I ordered the suckling pig sandwich which is extremely large and super delicious, the smoothies were super good, I felt very well cared for , we will be back very soon.”

“This was the second time this week I had dinner at Heinrich's The new management, Josh and his wife are running the restaurant now and doing a great job responding to the customer concerns! Both meals this week were excellent and Josh did a great job make my meal as authentic as any I have had in Germany! I will return often! TomC”

“If you have a chance to stop by this place, DO IT!!! I drive by here every day and oh my goodness, it tastes as good as it smells!! Nothing like that smoked meat aroma. We got the pulled pork and Jamaican jerk chicken meals. There was so much food, 2 meals fed 4 people, and their house sauce was sooo delicious. I would go back just to get more of their sauce lol. Looking forward to going back and trying more menu items.”

“This place had the best ice cream I have had in a long time. It was a wait, but it was woth it they had a lot of ice cream options and toppings. I will definitely be returning. You all have gained a new customer.”

“Seriously an amazing restaurant!! The food is SO good!! We loved everything we ate! SO SO SO SO delicious! Try the borscht, vareniki, manty, olivier and cheburek were the best!!!!! Very abundant portions, great service and great place overall!”

“Atmosphere great. Owner is wonderful Camille. Waiter is arrogant and never ever apologizes when food doesn’t come out prepared as requested. When an entire plate of steak frites is sent back undercooked doesn’t even offer anything as an apology”

“I go here for gas,burgers & the female scenery. This is the place to go for burgers & good looking woman. They’re always cleaning & it’s hot to watch.”

“Just had my first Italian Hero, well half of one anyhow….Deeee-licious!! So many perfectly blended flavors! So many other tempting choices on the menu and all super authentic. Piqued my interest w the rice balls (dipped in the house-made marinara) and wasn’t disappointed. Mouthwatering! Worth the stop a million times over!”

“Tony and Ryan are awesome!! Super friendly and immaculate service from both guys. The place is super clean. And the chicken is absolutely delicious. HCK and base sauces both delicious. Chicken is perfectly seasoned and cooked; super juicy inside and I can’ tell it’s great quality. Some of the best tenders I’ve ever had. I will definitely be back!”

“Our experience at Columbia was first class. The delicious food, atmosphere and ambiance, and service were all excellent. In addition, Manager James demonstrated a professionalism and congeniality that contributed greatly to our outstanding visit. We will return!”

“I have no words for how GREAT THE FOOD WAS at Libby’s. My absolute favorite was the avocado egg rolls. Our server was really nice. The place is pet friendly and we were able to bring our fur baby. Will absolutely come back if we are in the area.”

“Food and service was great! We dined last Sunday and Alexandra waited on us. She was so hospitable and did a great job. Love the vibe of the overall restaurant too!”

“It was a good experience, however the oysters appetizer was pre-made and they couldn't accommodate our garlic allergy. For a restaurant that is supposed to be cooking from scratch, it was disappointing to have that happen. The waiter also did not provide the specials. We had to ask for them. However, both main courses we ordered were delicious and original.”

“Sage is always an awesome experience. Chef Christopher Covelli continues to do an awesome job bringing his culinary inspirations to life. If you are looking for an exceptional night out, Sage is your place!”

“Toraneau Was a great server he went out and Beyond his way to make sure are food came out perfect and are drinks were made to excellents.. i would definitely come back and recommend to friends btw the poke bowl was delicious”

“Food came extremely fast & hot! Calamari was good but very small portion for $20. Our pasta dishes had alot of flavor. Waitress wasn't the greatest. She never refilled our drinks nor checked on us after we got our food. Overall, we will definitely return.”

“One of the best restaurants in Sarasota. We eat at many places but this one is truly at the top of our list. The food is excellent, the service is superb & the atmosphere is exceptional. We were there to celebrate my friend’s anniversary & the restaurant truly helped us make it a surprise. Edwardo was the most attentive server. He was excellent & we observed all servers doing such a great job.FOOD: Try the Brussels sprouts for appetizers. It fed 5-6 of us & had a great flavor. Dinner: I highly recommend the yellow fin tuna steak. Oh my gosh, the flavors that are married into this main course dish were delicious. They blended so well into the tuna steak (which was cooked perfectly & not overdone) melted in my mouth. Others at our table ordered the filet mignon which they said was excellent. My husband had the open-faced shrimp on pita bread which gave plenty of shrimp, perfectly cooked & the dressings were a delight. Even the coffee after dinner was great.SERVICE: These servers were so attentive, & as noted, Edwardo was excellent. He is bilingual, speaking Spanish & English. He anticipated all our needs, from drinks to food, to checking that we were happy with the way our food was right after it was served. He handled many tables without leaving us to ask for anything. How do they do all of that? A perfectly organized kitchen, chef, management & all that put this restaurant at the top.ATMOSPHERE: Seating includes inside & outside, both of which packed quickly but no one was left standing to wait. It is decorated perfectly, making great use of space, was clean as a whistle (even the bathrooms), & outside area.Overall, we love coming g here & will continue to do so. A great place to eat, shower your guests with the great flavors of Sarasota & terrific dining.Edwardo: Gracias!”

“Lovely dinner. Excellent food. Our waitress (Olivia?) was lovely and charming. Beautiful setting (an old house in a quiet residential neighbourhood). Probably our best meal out while on holiday in Florida.”

“Ciao! This restaurant has a good service. The staff were polite and helpful. Food was nice but missed nonna's flavors. Serving size was not on par for price (as a tourist). Pizza was okay but i did not enjoy the thinner texture with a smaller amount of cheese. After having, other, italian restaurants from California to Sicily, i am picky! Tables are nice, but conversation at adjacent tables are bothersome.”

“Excellent food, nice ambience and great service! There were 4 of us and all of us really enjoyed our food. I had the short rib tacos and they weee fantastic!!! I will definitely be back, and very soon!”

“So the steak was not melt in my mouth like buttah and yes I got the filet, normally don’t. The rest of the meal was fantastic and wine but I was surprised the steak was not as good. (I think Capital Grille does an outstanding steak by comparison)”

“Food was excellent...so many great choices ! The only thing better was our server Sara ! Very friendly, knowledgeable and attentive ! Looking forward to returning soon !”

“Been coming here since 1984 and it NEVER disappoints. I look forward to coming here every time I come to Sarasota. Food is always good and service great. Try any pie you will love it!”

“This place was very yummy, Cammie was an amazing server she was fast and nice. Everything was perfect!Kid-friendliness: They had a great option of food for kids.”

“I walked in and was greeted with a smile! I ordered and had my Açaí Bowl in a timely manner. The presentation was beautiful and it tasted so good!!Dietary restrictions: I am allergic to coconut and dairy but had no problem finding something that would work for me!”

“It was very good! Had the mushroom barley soup and even a small was huge also the star of the meal was the hot pastrami on rye with pickles and potato salad and again the small was enough for two meals. A must try! Sol is back as good as ever.”