50 Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Sarasota

“My sisters and I recently ate brunch at Classico. The food was delicious, the presentation was lovely, and most important to note, our server Brody was awesome! How refreshing it was to have such a genuinely polite and pleasant server. He really added to our dining experience. If you dine at Classico, be sure to ask for Brody!“

“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!!“

“We had dinner at Siegfried's Restaurant on Feb. 26th - our third meal there and we always leave with big smiles on our faces. The schnitzel and sauerbraten are both excellent, as are the sides and desserts. The staff is warm and engaging and we were so happy to meet and speak with the chef/owner. The restaurant is in one of the cozy-looking cottages on Fruitville Rd and is the perfect setting for this authentic German restaurant. Be sure you make a reservation and be prepared to enjoy a fantastic German meal!“

“Best experience and food was delicious. Drove over one hour. Worth it!!!“

“great food like grandma and grandpa made it, great prices and friendly staff.“

“What a pleasant surprise! I had dinner at Antoine‘s last night and I’m still talking about what a fabulous dinner it was. The food was superb, and the atmosphere was quaint and inviting. Olivier and the staff were on top of service. I will definitely be back!“

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

“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“

“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!!“

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

“Michael's on East (MOE) is one of the best fine dining establishments in Sarasota and has been in business for nearly 40 years. Ive been a customer for nearly 30 of those 40 years and despite its maturity, MOE is still hot, hopping and a crowd pleaser for those who enjoy great food, wines and service. During its nearly four decades, MOE has been wowing patrons with its fine cuisine, decor, and outstanding service. Don't be surprised if you see actors, comedians and musicians who might be performing at the Van Wezel during the winter season, sitting next to you because the concierge at their hotel recommended MOE as one of the desirable restaurants for a sensational meal, wine and service. MOE is rich in Sarasota heritage and is the perfect choice to celebrate a special occasion with that very special guest or guests. It's a delight in every way.“

“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!“

“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.“

“Amazing wine, food and service!“

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

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

“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“

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

“We stumbled on Yard House, after shopping late in the area. Not sure how we slept on this restaurant before this, but it's our new favorite place. The vibe is awesome. They have 80's classic music and videos playing, along with multiple sports screens. Although, it wasn't too loud and we could still easily enjoy good conversation throughout dinner. Everything was very clean, and I'm super picky. The menu had something for everyone's taste. We tried the Lobster Garlic Noodles, Sesame-Crusted Ahi Tuna, Truffle Fries and Whiskey Caramel Butter Cake. The noodles were beyond expectations. The flavor profile was so unique compared to anything similar that we've tried elsewhere...hands down the best noodle dish we've ever had! And it was loaded with huge chunks of real lobster, as well as shrimp. The ahi tuna was so tender, it could be cut with a fork...it literally melted in your mouth. Typically, I'm not a fan of ponzu sauce, but there's was incredible and went perfectly with the tuna. I also appreciate that they served it with broccolini, which had an amazing grilled taste and wasn't over salted. We also tried a horseradish aioli and wasabi sauce - both were great. The server was very upbeat, friendly, accommodating and attentive from beginning to end. It couldn't have been a more pleasant experience. We will be back and will bring friends!“

“Excellent!!! the hostess was so friendly. the waitress very attentive . I highly recommend it !! I just moved from Texas . I'm so happy !!“

“Martin provided incredible service and the food we had was incredible with great atmosphere.We'll definitely be back“

“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!“

“Great friendly place, best thin crust pizza ever“

“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).“

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

“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!“

“We ordered Pizza and it was delicious!! The service was great!! Sophia made us feel welcome and was very pleasant. She must have visited our table 6 or 7 times making sure we were doing ok.“

“You can’t go wrong with anything you choose, it’s amazing how everything i tried so far was absolutely amazing! The flavor combinations and the presentation of the plates are on an artistic level! Definitely a must try!“

“Very special place with delicious, authenthic food. Lovely wait staff.“

“Everything is fantastic. Doesn’t matter what you get. It’s all delicious!“

“We went to Calusa for the Bacon King experience in which we learned to make bacon. It was the first time we had visited the new location and it was outstanding! The service was top notch, the vibe was amazing, everything was clean... just a great overall evening.
And the Zote Imperial is delicious!“

“Delicious meal! Service was great! Matthew our waiter was super!“

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

“We’ve visited this restaurant several times, and every experience has been wonderful. The food is absolutely spectacular—full of flavor, excellent quality, and beautifully presented. The atmosphere is just as amazing, very welcoming and perfect for enjoying a great meal with family or as a couple. It has definitely become one of our favorite Spanish restaurants. It’s always a pleasure to come back, and we highly recommend it!“

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

“Great food“

“The Capital Grille never disappoints! The food was outstanding and the service impeccable. This was our first experience having lunch at The Capital Grille (we have had dinner there a number of times) and it certainly won't be our last. We enjoyed a great lunch at a great value.“

“We love wood fired pizza and Atmosphere delivers in every way! This small friendly spot on Beneva has the best wood fired pizza we have ever tasted in FL -“

“🌟🌟🌟🌟the best family restaurant!“

“Food is fresh and delicious!!. Had the arroz chicken chaufa, chicken tamal, and the chicha mortgage drink. Very very very good food here. Glad this place is still around. I come here when in the area. Service is wonderful and welcoming. Wish this was closer to where I live.“

“Tried out Owns today for the first time . Was Pleasantly Surprised! Nice atmosphere with a good crowd, Really Enjoyed Ourselves. Morgan was Great with explaining the menu and describing the sides. Definitely Going Back.“

“If you like authentic Mexican food and drinks, this is the place. One of the best Mexican restaurants in Sarasota.“

“My cousin and I were there for lunch today and had the 10 star lobster bisque along with the excellent fish and chips Anthony provided excellent service with a smile and listened to our suggestion for New England clam chowder. Highly recommend!“

“I read the reviews online (I’m from out of state) and couldn’t be happier w the cake I ordered for my father’s 80th birthday. The customer service was outstanding, especially the woman who I met in the store when I picked up my order. She was such a lovely person and so helpful. She helped me pick out some other pastries and helped me carry my goodies to the car. The chocolate buttercream frosting on the cake reminded me of the icing my grandfather used to make. Everything was wonderful and so delicious. Everyone loved the cake! Thank you!“

“Great dinner tonight! See you next week!!!“

“We had our anniversary dinner here and it was amazing! Great food, great servers, Bob the manager and William our server were helpfull and very professional! Very much recommended!“

“Great food, atmosphere and let’s not forget about the amazing chicken parm 🤤“

“Best burger in town. Has that old school vibe that I'm missing in my life. Good customer service and quality food.“

“While I gave this restaurant 4 stars we had some issues while there. Our server, from the get go, was hurried! It felt like he just didn't have time for us. We were with two other couples there for an anniversary celebration. We wanted to get a bottle of Proseco to share for the table. The server joked with us and said go for the champagne since we were celebrating. We agreed. He pointed out some lovely bottles of champagne some to the tune of $1000 and Over! That's not what we had in mind but we did want something special. I pointed out a bottle on the menu that was $95 and that's what I agreed to. He brought it to the table and we all enjoyed it. Onto the dinner menu which comes on a chalk board. He flew through everything on the menu so fast that we were all dizzy when he was done and then he left. When he came back we asked the questions we had about the menu and that seemed to bother him! Everyone's meals were excellent! The food was delish! We did get desserts to share. Two got the ice cream which they said was good. We got the pistachio cheese cake. Sadly, it was very dry and did not taste like pistachio. Then the bill came!! The server gave us the separate bill for the champagne alone.... $575😵😲 Not at all what we were expecting! Thank goodness we declined the second bottle he tried to get us to have. We did not say anything at the time because for one we were shocked but also because we drank it. Since then, that has just not sat right with me. A good server should have double checked that was what we wanted and that the price was correct. Sadly, we were there for a celebration and this ended up ruining our celebration. I'd love to go back and try other menu items as everything sounded so good. However, I am hesitant after this unfortunate experience.“