“We had a great first visit earlier this week and have returned two more times. The Italian Ice is outstanding and the owner is very friendly. He has board games built into the tables and giant Uno cards and more. Perfect for our extended family. We will be back ... and telling our friends to come as well. Easy access and dedicated parking in Gulf Gate“
“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!“
“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.“
“Delicious Gelato Experience!I recently had the pleasure of visiting the gelato go place on St.Armand's Circle in Sarasota, and it was an absolute delight! From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with a warm and inviting atmosphere that set the tone for a fantastic experience.The gelato itself was a true masterpiece. The flavors were incredibly rich and authentic, and you could tell that they used high-quality ingredients. I especially loved the unique and seasonal flavors they offered, which added a delightful twist to the traditional gelato experience, I have chosen chocolate, mango and pistachio.The Owners husband and wife are from Thailand, but gelato tastes very Italian:)). They were not only friendly but also very knowledgeable about the different flavors and were more than happy to give samples to try. Their passion for their craft really shone through, making the visit even more enjoyable.The portion sizes were generous, and the presentation was impeccable. I couldn't resist taking a few photos of my gelato before digging in. Plus, they had a wide range of cakes, fruit salads, cookies, coffee, smoothies and gluten free options to choose from, allowing you to customize your treat to your heart's content.Overall, my visit to the gelato-go place on St.Armand's Circle was a memorable and delicious experience. Whether you're a gelato aficionado or just looking for a sweet treat, I highly recommend stopping by and savoring the flavors at this delightful establishment. You won't be disappointed!“
“I've eaten here probably 20 times. The bacon, egg and pimento cheese biscuit is delicious. I don't like pimento cheese but I love theirs. The baked goods are phenomenal and Starbucks can't compete with their coffee. Be prepared to spend $20 a head with a tip but it's worth it.“
“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.“
“Exceptionally smooth coffee. This is hands down the smoothest coffee I have drank, and I drink a lot of coffee, which is something brewed into most U.S. Navy Sailors. You won’t know unless you try it, then you will understand that this coffee sells itself, which is what a good product should do. Try it, and you’ll be convinced. ~ U.S. Navy Sailor“
“A lovely little cafe in Sarasota with service and food that matches the pretty exterior. SlI stopped by on a Monday morning whilst on vacation, and though the place was quite busy, the staff was handling it very well, and the vibe was fast but comfortable. My experience when ordering was pleasant and bright, and that was an idiom kept by all staff working at the time.I got a stuffed croissant with egg and cheese and spinach, which was quite delicious. My wife got a stuffed everything bagel with ham, egg, cheese and spinach and commented it was tasty enough that she couldn't stop eating it. I got my children elephant ears that they both liked, and my wife and I split a maple pecan croissant that was decadent and enjoyable. Overall, it's definitely a spot I'd say to stop at if you're in Sarasota, as they also had dozens of other beautiful looking pastries, a vast drink menu and lunch options.“
“Quite possibly the best crafted coffees you will find anywhere,, very informative barista ,,quite pricey if you buy whole beans and such .. but the per cup charge for what you get of lattes etc is actually almost cheap for the quality of the drink “
“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!“
“I have enjoyed Blvd Cafe for breakfast and lunch. Love the croissants and latte and both the grilled salmon salad and flank steak with salad were delicious lunch entrees! The owner Mica is gracious and the wait staff hard-working and friendly. Great neighborhood, friendly vibe.“
“I LOVE LOVE LOVE this place <3 the smoothies , the acai bowls , the immune shots , matcha . I haven’t had an item from here I’ve disliked , I treat myself to a smoothie from here every now and then because it is a bit pricey but soo worth it .“
“My family were on the search for some coffee and came across this place. I ordered an iced peppermint mocha. DELICIOUS! I was very excited to see that the coffee is organic aswell. Service was amazing, lady was so sweet! I'll definitely be back!“
“Green Zebra Cafe is a fantastic place with great food, smoothies, and even better people. Working on the island, it's a pleasure having a place that consistently provides 5/5 food and service. The Boss wrap and the Green Power smoothie are among my favorites. 100% would recommend.“
“Came here with my SO. There was a very nice selection of gelato (~20 flavors). I got their passionfruit and mixed berries sorbet. It was quite good and not too sweet. The service was friendly, and I heard it was family owned. The ambiance is quite nice with both outdoors and indoors seatings. I was hoping that their fruit-flavor gelatos were not limited to just sorbets, hence the 4-star review. I would come back again regardless though.“
“Great cheese, great service. I’ll probably never make a cheese plate myself again! Not only were the cheeses delicious, the board was organized with condiments that best complimented each cheese nearby. Of course that doesn’t stop you from mixing and matching. Wine and beer available so it’s a perfect spot for a brunch, light lunch, snack or cocktail time. I’ll probably order from ACC next time I have guests and save myself the trouble and expense of all the extra fruits, nuts and condiments I’d usually buy and am left with…“
“Stopped in for some coffee. Upon entry the patio walkway was busy and the main door opens to a takeaway area that was slightly confusing as you are expected to order at the bar instead. Simons Coffee House is actually a small restaurant in a strip mall. The food looked good, but we took a cortado and vanilla ice latte to go. The bar staff were nice, the service was quick and the coffee was good. It looks like they sell coffee beans to go too.“
“My husband and I are coffee drinkers and have had coffee all over the world. I would have to say, this is the Best Tasting Coffee we have had. My husband's Standard drink is the Breve Latte and mine is the Cold Brew. Gosh they were amazing, Two days in a row! Such a quaint little comfy welcoming spot. The staff are kind and pleasant too! Great Job Breaking Waves Crew!!!“
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“Adorable place with cute vibes and happy workers! My fiancé and I got the TBR sandwich and he was in love with it. He doesn’t enjoy being inside coffee shops but he said “I’d make a special trip just for that sandwich again” I got an iced latte and it was also delish!“
“Family owned business. The owners are providing A+ service. Me and my family visited many times and also ordered custom cakes for my daughters bdays and other occasions. Too bad we are further from Sarasota (New Tampa). otherwise we would be weekly regulars for sure. Amazing food and assortiment of products available. This place is simply amazing in all possible ways. We are your loyal slovakian customers !!!“
“I absolutely loved this place!! The workers were so generous and patient. My teammates and I came for the Turkish delights I had been obsessively wanting to try, but stayed for the welcoming atmosphere and baklava! The tea sets and other ceramics, glassware, etc. were beautiful to look at and it was a gorgeous set up. A great little shop, I wish I didn’t live across the country and could come again.“
“I went to Green Zebra with my partner who has celiac Saturday morning. The waiter and the kitchen were both very attentive to her dietary needs and were more than happy to accommodate and provide a meal that she was able to safely enjoy.Also they let you pair up different types of Eggs Benedict. Everybody should do this!All in all we had a very nice time at Green Zebra Cafe.“
“came here with my aunt, who isn't a fan of boba. she has been back countless times since I took her. the owner was working and very helpful giving us suggestions on what to get. the service was fast and everyone was very friendly! not to mention how cool the place is lit and decorated! every time I've been there, the owner recognized me from the first time I visited because my aunt very clearly stated she wasn't a fan of boba. Wonderful place!“
“Just had the nicest time at the Elixir Tea House. My friend surprised me with a birthday high tea. I didn't know what to expect as I'm not a big tea drinker. When we got there, we were escorted to a cute little room with sofas and chairs and a table full of tapas sized sandwiches and desserts. We had great conversation in a cozy little room while we sampled six different teas (they had 80) and had a glass of champagne. The service was wonderful, the food was fantastic and the teas were absolutely lovely. What a special little place. I will definitely return!“
“If you are looking for a true coffee shop with character this is the right place for it. The place is very cozy, very clean, the coffee here is phenomenal, they have a great selection of pastries, you would for sure enjoy a good cup of coffee here not to mention the service was outstanding, Iryna was amazing she has a special touch when dealing with customers. I am absolutely impressed with this place, I will continue to come here every time im in the neighborhood. I would rate higher if I could. 100% recommended!“
“One day last week the girls finally had a day out shopping. We stopped in the afternoon to check out this bakery and market. After some cookies I asked about bagels and they only had frozen ones left. I brought a half dozen bag of cinnamon raisin bagels home. Just like the cookies and cakes, the bagels are to die for. They are brought in from New York every morning and baked in the store. I knew my fiancé would love it here. We rode our bikes using the legacy trail from Venice, and since Sarasota has wonderful bike lanes, we easily found our way to the bakery. Now to back up to the beginning of our ride, I took a nasty spill in the first mile and just tried to keep my wound clean along the way and continued my ride. When we rolled up to the market, I cleaned it with water again. Before I knew it, a sweet employee came out to ask me if I needed a bandage. We went in to get the first aid and they fixed me up. It was so nice to see humanity at its best. I really want to thank them for their hospitality. We then went to the bakery and enjoyed their fresh Fruit Tarts. Yummy! Planning another trip with our car to be able to shop the market properly. I highly recommend the gourmet food and the bakery but especially the customer service.“
“Love this spot! Their coffee is always great, I personally am not as big of a fan of their main espresso, but their single origin espresso option is always fantastic. This location only has one inside table but there is plenty of seating outside.“
“Obsessed with this spot. Very good quality, tasty food made with local ingredients. You can even get beer and wine. Great ambience. Beside a very lovely playground. We were here multiple times during out 3 week trip and will be back. Thank you!“
“This is a Great place! I love the TARO tea with boba (Tapioca)!, has a Great flavor and Cecil is amazing and my husband and I found our favorite place for tea.., his favorite teas are Jazmin and green tea!!They have options for different kind of milks, hot tea is make in that moment (no microwave it) something we love it!“
“Delicious vegan food and fresh juices. Customer service varies depending on who you get...sometimes good and sometimes the staff seems to think they are doing you a favor by taking your order. Food items need to go back on the wall reader board. The pulsating music gets tiresome.“
“I discovered this place’s delicious popsicles from my visit to the Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, where I fell in love with their Mexican Chocolate flavor! The location at Northgate is a bit hidden, but I was warmly greeted and assisted with my order once inside! They have so many flavors to choose from, and thus far I’d say the Mexican Chocolate and the Root Beer Float (photo of it attached) are my favorites! I definitely recommend stopping by to pick up a delicious treat! I was told they sell their popsicles at other various locations around the area, so I also suggest keeping your eyes peeled for them!“
“Beautiful teas, and beautiful experience! The smell carries you in off the street as if you were in a cartoon being pulled towards a pie on a window.The whole energy of the store is welcoming and positive. I will shop here for the rest of my life ??“
“We are regular customers for their bubble tea, our favorite in town. Their ramen bowls are huge; I always take home leftovers. We love their shrimp ramen bowl, spicy beef bowl and sesame chicken dishes. The staff is friendly and helpful with suggestions if you aren't sure what you might like. The atmosphere is clean, casual, laidback and relaxing.Parking: Conveniently located in a shopping complex with Walmart and Walgreens, lots of nearby parking including handicapped spaces“
“We discovered this place by accident on our first trip to Sarasota 3 years ago when we dropped our daughter off at college. Since then, this has become our go to breakfast spot every morning while visiting our daughter. The staff are very friendly and we look forward to our breakfast there while vacationing. Looking forward to our next visit this week.“
“ive been a regular of manna tea & kava for 3 years now. this is a community of love and acceptance, and there is no place for hate speech or discrimination. +100 points to staff for banning people who cultivate a potentially dangerous and hostile environment. love u guys ?“
“The drinks and cookie in this little outstanding shop are always delicious. The service is also always wonderful and those who work there are always friendly. To top it off they have a points system where you can earn free food/drinks if you go enough. Whether you are local or visiting Sarasota you definitely want to make sure you stop and enjoy some of their excellent offerings.“
“Place is very nice! Every Thursday they hold Smash Tournaments and it gets pretty busy. Service is great! Although it is somewhat slow compared to other places as there is only one person manning the entire operation, but the place is nice so I didnt mind the wait and it is not too long. I highly recommend it if you like anime as well! The decoration is great and they have anime running in the TV.The food is good, especially the fat boy ramen, and the coffee is great!“
“The coffees, pastries and breakfast sandwichs are very good. The staff is amazing. They are quick, courteous, accurate and extremely pleasant no matter how busy they are. The staff at all of Captain Curt's businesses are awesome. Kudos to the HR person(s).“
“The outside of the cafe is nicely decorated and the inside is rather simply decorated, relaxing music was playing in the dining room, the floor is concrete but clean, the employees were very friendly and efficient, they have many coffee and tea choices, some delicious bakery items, a breakfast croissant, my medium roast coffee was delicious.“
“The service was great. Great staff! I was so happy they welcomed me and my pet. The food was excellent as well, but my only criticism is to add tofu or soyriso to the one vegan menu item. When I asked about it they said they don't get a huge demand for vegan. So disappointing. The vegan skillet would have been so much better with soyriso. As a vegan I will probably not return.Vegetarian options: They only have one vegan option for breakfast. Most likely I will not return. It would be nice if they could add a vegan protein, but manager said they dont get a huge demand.“
“Croissant and a latte, blueberry muffin, and a coffee, today’s indulgence. Lots of room for us outside dining which is a favorite of ours. A popular spot so sometimes seating is that a premium where the action is for Saturdays farmers market.“
“Omg! I've never gotten customer service at such a high level as this one on Univ and Tuttle in Sarasota fl. Zack the agent that took my order needs to teach a class on how to treat a customer. He is stellar and a definite promoter of awesome customer service. And that lemon pound cake they got BRUH!!!!it is ON POINT!!! Awesome job yall. Awesome job. Keep up the good work.“
“The staff really goes above and beyond!! Amidst the humidity and heatwave, my sister and I came in to get cold bottled waters. One of the staff members offered to put ice into our Hydroflasks and pour more water into them so that we had enough. I didn’t catch her name but she had very vibrant and bright pink hair (which was very cool and fit her perfectly!) We literally talked about how nice a gesture that was for the entire day. Thank you for making our day and keeping us hydrated!!! <3“
“Found a great afternoon workspace at this local Starbucks. The Wi-Fi is always reliable and fast, with plenty of outlets!The atmosphere was conducive to focus, with comfortable seating, even a community table with a quiet ambiance. The staff even spelled my name right!Of course, the coffee was delicious as always, providing that extra boost of energy to power through the afternoon. Starbucks is definitely one of my spots for getting work done outside the office. 5 stars for a productive afternoon!“
“Honestly one of the best turkey sandwiches I’ve had. I’m a simple girl so I never want anything like super fancy regarding my sandwiches. But the Brandenturkey without bacon was so nice! I did get avocado in replacement but it was a refreshing sandwich! The cashier was really nice! Love a good outlander story .“
“Seriously the best Starbucks location I’ve ever been too! They consistently are great. My order has always been spot on every time and the customer service is the best I’ve experienced with Starbucks, ever. Big statement I know but seriously I mean that.“
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“I was there yesterday for the first time. I have heard that the place was outstanding. It was super busy and we'll staffed. Unfortunately, I was waited on someone who was very confused and not we'll trained in what they offered. I was told they didn't have something and another staff member overheard and corrected him.“
“READ for the pearl. I'm not a big Starbucks fan. Generally their coffee is gross and only an option out of necessity. However, their new hot Oleato latte, yes olive oil infused blonde espresso, is one of the best coffee drinks I've ever had.“
“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 ;) )“