17 Best Mediterranean Restaurants in Sarasota

“Wonderful experience. Can't wait to go back.“

“Olive Eats for excellent food and service. You won't be disappointed!! Highly recommend!“

“I had the pleasure of working with Kourtney, she was the first vendor I connected with when planning for my wedding. I found her to be very kind, professional, detail-oriented, and extremely helpful. Her recommendations were excellent, and her honesty was appreciated. The fact that she understood my needs, offered feedback, and always had a get-it-done attitude, was greatly appreciated. Mattison's is extremely lucky to have her. Not only was Kourtney a joy to work with, but Mattison's food was amazing, too! During our tasting, we were blown away by how good the food was (appetizers, salad, entrees, sides, you name it). We couldn't stop talking about how excited we were to eat such a wonderful meal. At the wedding, it was no different, everything was just as great as we remembered! The wait staff and bartenders were extremely kind and willing to make sure my husband and I, as well as our families and guests, were taken care of. We highly recommend them! To relive our wonderful memories, my husband and I look forward to visiting Mattison's again soon. If you want great customer service, amazing food, and a wonderful overall service experience, look no further!“

“Been coming here for years. Usually sit at the bar, tended most nights by Kelly. She’s always smiling, knows her drinks & will take good care of you. Mondays from 5:30 to 8:30 you’ll hear the whiskey-voiced singer-pianist Joe Thayer, who plays jazz standards, soft & classic rock, and a few pop tunes. Food’s excellent…lots of choices & a few daily specials—which sometimes go fast. Can get busy during the season…best to reserve in advance. Great place for holidays if you don’t want to cook!“

“Delicious healthy food. A must do on the circle.“

“Absolutely adored this lunch spot today! Great waiter, atmosphere, drinks and tasty food!“

“So good we went there twice in one day!! The gf pita is the best ever!! All our dishes were great! Pro tip:add the black garlic to the spinach and feta pizza 💯“

“We are from outta state and came to Florida for vacation, we decided to try this place for our 1st wedding anniversary. Let me just say it was exquisite. Alice was the best waitress my husband and I have ever had and guided us through the menu and was able to explain every thing in detail and give us an idea of the things we have never had. Everything we tried we loved. She was on top of everything and so attentive to us and all the tables around us. She 10/10 made this experience more than worth it!“

“Good food, good wait staff, nice facilities.“

“Been coming here for years. Usually sit at the bar, tended most nights by Kelly. She’s always smiling, knows her drinks & will take good care of you. Mondays from 5:30 to 8:30 you’ll hear the whiskey-voiced singer-pianist Joe Thayer, who plays jazz standards, soft & classic rock, and a few pop tunes. Food’s excellent…lots of choices & a few daily specials—which sometimes go fast. Can get busy during the season…best to reserve in advance. Great place for holidays if you don’t want to cook!“

“Delicious gyro and fries lunch. Awesome owner too!“

“Lived here for 12 years and just discovered this place. Definitely the BEST Italian restaurant around. Everything tasted like my mother and noni had prepared it. Caesar salad was the real thing. Gnocchi truly melted in my mouth. Sauce was exceptional.“

“If you’re looking for very authentic Greek food this is THE place to go!!! The food was traditional & delicious & the family was so helpful!!! Support local & get great food with a cute atmosphere! We sat out on the patio that’s covered in greenery & cute lights & very quaint! You won’t regret trying this delicious restaurant!“

“2 out of the 5 front workers were nice and interactive. The time was 545pm. Maybe 5 tables were occupied. We tried to sit at 4 tables but they were all dirty. So I went to an employee at the register and asked them to clean our table. Which they did with a smile. Both trash cans were over flowing. For the price of your food I expect more from you Cava.“

“The food was very good. Our server, Manny, works hard and is very pleasant. The service was slow despite only three tables occupied. My guess is that it was a kitchen issue. We enjoy the restaurant and the location. We will be back. Wish they would return the whole roasted Moroccan chicken to the menu. It was outstanding!“

“This is truly a best kept secret of Sarasota. The food portions ,Quality and service are amazing. Oh i forgot to mention how clean thi.s restaurant is. This is the best of the best“

“We had an incredible dining experience at this Lebanese restaurant! The food was absolutely amazing. The falafel was hands down the best I’ve ever had—crispy on the outside and perfectly seasoned inside. The babaganoush was smooth, smoky, and full of flavor. I also tried the chicken/beef mix shawarma, kafta, and fattoush, and every dish was just as delicious. What made the experience even better was the warmth and friendliness of the staff. They made me feel right at home, and their passion for the food really shines through. This place is an absolute gem. If you're looking for authentic Lebanese flavors with a welcoming atmosphere, this is the spot. Highly recommend!“