Viento Kitchen and Bar

4711 Gulf of Mexico Dr, Longboat Key
(941) 248-1211

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Abigail Lee

We stopped here to grab something to eat quickly like an appetizer and just have one drink. It was a bit confusing because at first we went to the bar/ eating area by the pool. But what we actually wanted was on the second floor. It's a very small restaurant but it does have different types of seating. Just not a lot of people can be there at once. One of the most negative things about the place had nothing to do with the employees. There was a very large party behind us that had more children than adults and they were extremely loud (the children, not the adults). And the adults let them run around and scream and behave badly. The adults just sat there and talked the whole time, not realizing the rest of the restaurant was not having a good experience. But that being said, it was a nice place. The bartender was very friendly except for when he took my drink and plate of food before I was finished with it. He dashed away before I could even say anything. There wasn't a lot to choose from on the menu so I'm not sure everyone in your party will find something they would like to eat. But it was a nice place. And the food actually was pretty good. We weren't staying at the hotel but I think it would be nice to have a place like this if you were staying at this resort. It seemed like the facilities were very well taken care of. I would probably try it again.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Mia R Ochoa

Multiple staff members were not very attentive, which made the experience not as enjoyable. The food was average. We were staying here for a few days and it was worth driving to eat instead of trying the restaurant again. Lo’key is up the road about a mile away it was way better!

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 3

Service: 2

Cheflisa

Beautiful dining room and that’s the only positive thing I can say. We are staying at the hotel and ordered 2 lobster bisque looked good but was cold brought back then came back barely warm and the bowls were not even heated. We also ordered focaccia it’s not an airy fluffy texture they didn’t proof it enough it was dense and dry and the tomato butter was frozen. What a disappointment I ended up going to Publix for a sandwich because the room service is the same menus as the restaurant.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 1

Service: 2

Bev Greco

This place is NOT what it used to be! The server was not at the level of a fine dining establishment. The first course failed to come out until we mentioned it, and then the soup was cold and the salad barely dressed. We waited a long time for our entres, they were lukewarm and the bolognese was literally about 5 forkfuls. The server talked about her personal problems and failed to even ask if we were interested in desert.
It’s still a beautiful place, but incredibly disappointing in all other aspects.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 2

Service: 2

Thomas L

Breakfast brunch buffet $24.
Arrived for omelet station breakfast, and staff were excited that the buffet was back, and it also included the omlet station. The buffet selections were good and made-to-order was delicious. Price includes juice or coffee.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 3

Andrea Ramos

Amazing place to dine! My boyfriend and I were staying at Zota and decided to try viento and it was amazingly delicious. Hands down best gnocchi I’ve had, different & unique taste. The service was great, our server was very nice and explained the menu very good. 100% recommended. Desserts were also great!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Miluska Thompson

Great view, atmosphere, drinks and food :)

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Risotto, Spaghetti Bolognese

martin mainardi

Excellent food, service and the view of the sunset when you dine there. Recommended without a doubt and I don't know why it has 3.8

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

dime a

I had such a lovely experience here with my family staying at this resort. For dinner we started off with the calamari and chilled ahi & crab. They were both very delicious, I highly recommended the chilled ahi & crab - the pineapple mixed in really well with the flavors of the fish.

Main entrees included the filet, salmon, and SHRIMP A L'AMERICAINE. They were all delicious, everyone enjoyed their meals. It was my first time having risotto and it was delicious with the shrimp/lobster cream sauce. Amazing flavors.

The 10/10 FINISHER was the creme brûlée, holy cow!! It was just perfect. We ordered one but it was so good that we had two. Highly recommend eating dinner here. Had a great time.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Calamari

Shawn Mahoney

Great brunch buffet. Great value for the view and food.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Lexi Maida

Everything about our experience here was excellent. We ordered the Filet Mignon and the fettuccine Alfredo with blackened chicken. We were beyond impressed. Honestly, best meal we have had in a long time. The view was also beautiful. Sad we didn’t try this restaurant until our last night!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Andriy Belyayev

Yes it's not cheap, but if you pay 400$+ for a day for room. 150-200$ restaurant it's good. Good and fresh sea food . Wine and stuff perfect. Pay and enjoy)

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Tracey W

We have eaten here 2 nights in a row because the food is amazing and the service is wonderful. We had fillet mignon, chicken Alfredo, rib eye, tomato soup, crab cakes and desserts and everything was delicious. Our server, Semi was great - very professional, courteous and assertive. We highly recommend this restaurant!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Tracey Williams

We have eaten here 2 nights in a row because the food is amazing and the service is wonderful. We had fillet mignon, chicken Alfredo, rib eye, tomato soup, crab cakes and desserts and everything was delicious. Our server, Semi was great - very professional, courteous and assertive. We highly recommend this restaurant!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Denise Christopher

Good food, fair prices, nice atmosphere. We’ve went for dinner twice and breakfast once during our stay. We were lucky enough to have Rob as our server twice, he was attentive, very informative and truly cared. Thanks Rob for making our stay extra special. My 8 year old loved how you spoke to her directly and made suggestions to her as well. You are appreciated.

Service: 5

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