50 Best Vegan Restaurants in Sarasota

“It's rare to be able to walk into a place in America these days and immediately feel its warmth and welcome. This place is amazing. The owner/employees are so kind and warm, their greeting immediately recalibrates you to remember exactly what life is about - suddenly, I was making eye contact and smiling and feeling like I could slow down. Plenty of delicious, healthy juices, smoothies and drinks. But, most important of all, they had every indulgent food like pizza, pasta, or gyros, but the healthy vegan alternative, so I carried none of the guilt I usually do for wanting a pizza midday. The music is calm and low - think spa vibes, but with delicious juices, kind people, and healthy sustenance. You really feel like you're caring for yourself, and being cared for, while here.“

“Excellent my wife, Northern and I are very impressed as born and bred herbivores“

“Always our favorite treat after a long day or to celebrate. Sometimes we even get the pleasures of seeing Jake and what a wonderful man to get to speak with. No better place around.“

“We had dinner last night and can’t stop talking about how much we enjoyed the food and service! We were celebrating my husband’s birthday and the host treated us to prosecco while we waited for our table. The filet, the halibut, the lobster tails, the desserts (especially the chocolate cake!) was all absolutely delicious!! Our server was wonderful as well! Very personable and had great menu recommendations. We will be back!!“

“The best ice cream in Florida! Generous portions, friendly staff and a wonderful location. You can sit inside or outside, both are fun. Can't wait to go back, yummy!!!“

“First time trying this place and I really enjoyed my visit. Lily gave me excellent customer service and I will definitely come back.“

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

“I love to share my food experience with other people, as local guide I write reviews and share photos of the best restaurants, bakeries, pizzerias and cafés I have tried during my world trips. I travel a lot and it allows me to try many places in US and abroad. Especially I love to try vegetarian dishes, even I’m not 100%, but only about 80% vegetarian. Surprisedly I found this very nice place almost next to my house in Sarasota. It’s not so easy to find restaurant with a very good sushi, colorful and 100% vegan in such small town like Sarasota. If you’re looking for a phenomenal not only vegetarian lunch or dining experience, look no further than LILA. Their menu is a culinary masterpiece, offering an incredible selection of dishes that cater to diverse tastes and preferences. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, and the staff is friendly and attentive, making every visit a true pleasure. I’ve dined at Lila several times and have never been disappointed – it’s truly a must-visit destination for any food lover (not only vegetarian).“

“We had lunch today at Oak & Stone in North Port. Wellen Park! Great food service and pleasant atmosphere. 5 ⭐️“

“The 💣 diggity 🍣 🍱. Not only is the food out of this world but the atmosphere is killer. The 1st time we ate there the one and only 🎙️Mick Jagger was there. 5 ⭐️“

“Simple, tasty home-style food at a great price“

“So delicious, everything is home made. It is a small intimate restaurant and the owners/chefs are so welcoming. The pasta is so delicious and the focaccia bread to the mussels appetizer to the lamb sauce over fettuccine was perfectly cooked and seasoned. The homemade mixture they serve with the bread is unlike anything we have ever had and it was their grandma’s recipe that made it extra special. I would suggest a reservation for this hidden gem!“

“The food and service did not disappoint. My wife had the mahi tuna salad. It was excellent and crunchy as described on the menu I had scallops. They were perfectly cooked and very tender. Service was very good. Everything arrived timely hot, and the waiter did not hover have eaten at hundreds of restaurants and this is one of the better onesnot exceptionally expensive and in a mall but quite good food and service and I highly recommend.“

“Great Italuan waitress. Best salmon!!!“

“This restaurant is ABSOLUTELY amazing!! The food is soooo good (and original) and the service is top notch. From the beautiful smile and warmth that we were greeted to by Marilyn, to the friendly and phenomenal service by Lauren, and to the wonderful conversation and love exuding from the owner Suzanne…this place is a GEM. We were so blessed to come here for Easter brunch. Looking forward to (ALWAYS) coming back in the future!!“

“Another amazing dinner at our favorite fish spot! The food was so good I didn’t even realize I ate part of my temporary crown along with it. 🤣 Truly unmatched—can’t wait to go back! Thank you Adriana! Your service was impeccable! ❤️KK&RP“

“Always a great evening, The service is amazing and the food was delicious“

“Amazing spot for large groups! We hosted a networking happy hour here for a group of 50! The service, atmosphere, drinks & food couldn't have been better!! Thank you Jason, Troy, Dana & bartending gals for your wonderful hospitality! Everything about your venue was a hit! Thank YOU!“

“Awesome experience. Amazing ice cream! Highly recommend for all!“

“We came here for the first time this week. Our waiter was incredible. The food is probably some of the best Italian that Sarasota has to offer. We will absolutely be back. Thank you so much for a wonderful date night!“

“Amazing wine, food and service!“

“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!“

“The best poke and ramen spot in Sarasota!! So many fresh and healthy options, it never disappoints 🥰“

“Celebrating our youngest daughter’s birthday and engagement, what a beautiful morning, great pastries, amazing croissants, and the drinks were divine!“

“Love the food and the service“

“The go to spot for breakfast is in downtown Sarasota“

“Our family ate here multiple times on vacation! Food is delicious and service is friendly, fast and efficient. We miss it already!“

“Du Quebec a siesta key première arrête en arrivant sur l’ile délicieuse les enfants l’adore“

“Best ice cream I have ever had!!!!“

“Just word of mouth heard of the place. What a well kept secret! The waffles delicious. The “Monkey” mural and motif are colorful and inviting. The dining chairs’ comfort is a cut above most (Yes, we noticed). The waffles exquisite. The waitress was friendly and attentive. The waffles scrumptious. The place deserves to be packed. The price more than reasonable. The waffles just the right amount of crunch and melt in your mouth delight.“

“I LOVE First Watch & especially this location off Tamiami Trail! The service is top notch, everyone always has a smile (I've been here at least 10 x's), the food is always delish! And, if you come alone, like I have before, the large table to the left of the cash register counter is Open Seating. The Bacada Omelette is fantastic & with the fresh greens makes a hearty & healthy meal. Love Love Love First Watch !!“

“10 years ago I thought this was the best fried chicken in the world. Today it was not so good.“

“Really Great Food ,and service.“

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

“This bakery is hands down the best! Their cupcakes are absolutely delicious, with so many flavors to choose from—including fantastic vegan options.

I especially wanted to leave this review because they went above and beyond for my son's birthday. He had his heart set on their Cookies & Cream and Neapolitan cupcakes, and they made a special exception to make sure he got exactly what he wanted. That level of kindness and thoughtfulness meant more to our family than I can put into words.

The communication throughout the entire process was outstanding, and the care they put into our order truly made my son's birthday extra special. I'm incredibly grateful for everything they did, and we'll definitely be back for future celebrations. I highly recommend this bakery to anyone looking for amazing treats and excellent customer service!“

“We love the staff and the atmosphere! Having a place to bring the dogs that offers an indoor and outdoor area is awesome, especially for Florida! There is always different events and fun things going on at boos ☺️ Perfect for humans and our furry friends!“

“We went to the location on Gandy Boulevard today. We were just passing by and saw it so looked up the menu online. At this particular location there was a kiosk to order and no indoor seating. There was a taphouse next-door that had outdoor seating so we grabbed a drink and ate our food there. The portions were large and everything was absolutely delicious! I was delighted to find vegan options. Everything was well seasoned and very flavorful! We would definitely come back again!“

“I’ve been coming here for a few years now. I love when I ask someone if they’ve ever eaten here and they tell me no. Not only do I get to introduce them to this amazing restaurant, amazing owners and staff, and hands down the best Thai and sushi restaurant I’ve ever been to, I also get an excuse to come eat the things I know I like or try new things. Definitely come try this place if you haven’t yet. I’m writing this review as I sit here waiting for sushi…. I was just here last night eating sushi…. This place is a problem for me. 😅🤣“

“First time today! Very good especially since im picky about my coffee.. look forward to my next visit ❤️“

“Amazing fresh food and great service! Plus super creative offerings!“

“Exceptional food, drinks, and service. The Caesar salad was great, lobster ceviche was awesome, and the skirt steak was perfect. My spouse loved his steak and I had a mojito. Everything was amazing.

Edit after another visit:

We had very bad service last weekend. For a higher priced restaurant like this, it was terrible. Our server 100% forgot about us. We ordered salads as soon as he brought our drinks and if he’d have asked, we’d have given our entire order right then. When we got our salads he didn’t check on us until they were almost gone. My husband wanted a well done steak, so our order should have been put in. Giving him the benefit of the doubt I don’t think they want to rush you in a nice restaurant. I asked if he could take our order when he checked on our salads. We took our time eating but decided we’d need a box to take home. We waited at least 20 minutes before he came to check on us. I used the restroom at one point and saw him at the bar area. I think his main section was over there because we never saw him at any of the tables around us. We were seated in the back by the kitchen and I saw him in that area and he was looking around in the dining area at the very large birthday party next to us but he wouldn’t make eye contact for me to ask for a box and our check. It was enough to not go back for awhile. For $140 ($170 w/tip) we could have eaten almost anywhere.“

“Great casual fare. We shared the delicious recommended Shrimpy fondue and followed with their dry rub ribs (The best in a long time) and a Cap'n Shannen's Pineapple Boat filled to the brim with deliciousness. A very friendly staff and 5 stars to our server Missy. Her recommendations were right on! The service she provided was top notch!“

“I recently hosted a group dinner at the Mellow Mushroom in Sarasota for 80 Sarasota High School baseball players and their moms and it was AMAZING!!! Everyone had such a great time! The food was delicious! Service was awesome! And dinning area and set-up were perfect and for our group! We'll definitely be back! Owner, Karen Atwood, is so supportive of our team! She's awesome!“

“Food is SO great all of it! French Fries to die for . Great Bloody Mary's ! For fun , food it's the best“

“We got a table outside cuz the weather was so nice and got absolutely fantastic service the food was crazy good! We haven't been to First Watch in a while it really felt like they stepped up their game everything was really just fantastic couldn't have been happier with our breakfast food and drinks the whole experience!“

“Our favorite restaurant when we come to Siesta Key. Had dinner last night, my husband had the skirt steak, I had the pork tenderloin..Both were perfection. Be sure to make a reservation.“

“I was dazzled by the Elegance of the venue. It complimented the bride and groom to a tee. their detail to the needs of their client was superb. The food was excellent. Everybody left just in all of not only the bride and groom but the beautiful surroundings that we celebrated.“

“Great selection of beers and food options. We've eaten there a few times, as the hours are good for late-night dining and no reservations are needed. Tried the Korean steak bowl and loved the combination of flavors.“

“Very good food! Love the atmosphere! The waitress ashley was very nice. I highly recommend the green zebra cafe“

“One of my favorite places ever of all time. I’m not even vegetarian or vegan and I find myself eating their vegan options regularly! They’re just delicious! The owners are so lovely and kind and it shows in their cooking and service. Can’t understate how much I enjoy this place.“