Restaurants near Downtown

“Such a cute place, definitely needs a bit refresh but that’s how you know it’s going to be good. I came in minutes before closing and the food/service was both amazing. Definitely coming back here asap to get more.”

“Excellent service by Avinash. He was great. The food was wonderful and we’ll be back again we had Saag & Tikka chicken marsala very good”

“Excellent fresh poke bowls! Great service! Owner very friendly and personable!”

“Always good food, never disappointed.”

“Absolutely the best wonton soup I’ve ever had. I will give it a 10. The food was absolutely excellent.”

“All I can say is phenomenal!! The location, the food, the service everything was excellent. This is our new favorite place. Noah our waiter was amazing, personal, and full of joy! The food was so delicious, I got the Grouper and my husband got the Hogfish. It was our anniversary and they gave us a huge surprise of a dessert that was amazing! The fish was perfect and those whipped potatoes are delightful. The happy hour has great deals on drinks too! We can’t wait to go back soon.”

“Had a wonderful lunch yesterday at Bodrum Restaurant along with 7 other ladies. Food was delicious and Tansel was a most charming server. Solicitous and humorous. Planning to attend their fashion show and luncheon in December.”

“The friendliest staff ever! Delicious and consistent food. Dog friendly !!!”

“What a delightful ice cream find right here in Osprey Florida. Service with a smile and a delicious product. We're introducing our friends to this treat and the Janey's beautiful smile as she crafts each rolled treat. Try this, you won't regret it ;)”

“Best coffee in Sarasota by far!”

“Best Cubano I’ve ever had. One of the best sandwiches I’ve ever had. Massive portion, fast & friendly service, delicious food. Get your sandwich toasted. If you’re looking for a great sandwich in Venice, look no further.”

“Honestly, it's island vibes, Caribbean, flair, smiles, and amazing home-cooked food!! The best oxtail the best curry the best creole the best stuffed French toast the best Reuben and the best Cubano you're really ever going to find. 😊🙌🏼”

“Great meal from start to finish! Our waitress, Marina, was very attentive and pleasant. Grilled Cesar salad was fresh and crisp and had just enough char for taste. Steaks and rack of lamb were cooked appropriately and seasoned well. Stuffed Branzino (a special) and black grouper were fresh and tasty. Desserts did not disappoint. Delicious! We'll be back!”

“Great value and good food👍”

“Just had a Caramel Frappuccino w hazelnut flavoring & coolwhip on top. Yummy cup of coffee! Awesome friendly staff too!”

“We love culture coffee! Everytime we go on vacation we make sure to get our morning coffee at culture coffee!!”

“This spot holds a special place in my heart! The Dearborn Coffeehouse has the best vibe and atmosphere in town. It's my favorite coffee house on this coast. 💕🏴‍☠️✨ As a local charity founder, I have to emphasize how much I appreciate their commitment to the community. It's businesses like The Dearborn Coffeehouse that support local charity work and help keep our community sound. For coffee, you can't beat their Café Cubano—the best in Englewood! And seriously, treat yourself to their delicious fresh cinnamon rolls and incredible seasonal pastries. A perfect local retreat! 💙”

“We love the ham & Swiss w bechamel sauce & the bacon & onion fougasses. Highly recommend any & all desserts!! Great staff too!”

“cabilla thanks so much for your professionalism courteousness and the awesome food. this coming from a cuban, orlando, and now nc, now. this is the best cuban authentic restaurant ive been to. ive been to many thanks again Tony”

“Roessler’s restaurant is lovely - the atmosphere is beautiful and relaxed - our waitress was truly a professional - everything from our drinks to our amazing meals (duck,chicken,short ribs,scallops ,salads ) were prepared to perfection . A hidden gem in Sarasota for sure ! We will be making plans for a return visit - Tom and Karon Schandel”

“Great options. Smaller portions available than some other places offer. Staff was cheery. Nice experience.”

“Their food is really good! We eat there every week. The one exception is their Skillets Potatoes - they're usually undercooked, then topped with green onions and broiled until the green onions are burned. Every Single Time. Come on, Corporate, Pay Attention!”

“Delicious ice cream and funky décor, not to mention the endless selection of treats and treasures for sale! Don't miss out on this unusual ice cream experience!”

“First time here and had a great experience. Sydney was awesome, food was tasty, place had great atmosphere. I'm a GM of a popular local restaurant and this place didn't disappoint.”

“Fantastic Gulf of America views, great food, super service, great array of frozen drinks! Nice way to eat and spend a leisurely afternoon!!”

“Fine French Fusion dining at it's best. Chef Longet is a master at preparing mouth watering cuisine. Romantic/Intimate atmosphere.”

“Absolutely outstanding dinning experience the Gyro platter was the best flavor structured food in a long time. Great work from Paul and his team. Great to watch them hustle.”

“We have been going to Pop's for 8 years. We go in season when it's packed beyond belief. We go in the summer when there are 10 people there. We love to go on Monday night when George and Drea are bartending and Audio Orchid is playing. The food is great. The drinks are great. We have never left Pop's and said "wish we went somewhere else".”

“We’ve been getting our Cuban coffee, empanadas and Cuban sandwiches. Do not miss an opportunity to meet this delightful family! Charleen treats you as though you are a guest in her kitchen. A unique and incredible experience. Great sandwiches to grab at Osprey Marina if you are going boating in your own vessel or hire a charter! No hurricane damage…she’s open for business!”