Location: Sarasota
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6. The Bodhi Tree Cafe
Overall Ratings
5 based on 56 reviews
Reviewed By Ann S
For dinner with two friends, we sat inside to stay cool. The staff is charming and we were welcomed enthusiastically. An old house with smaller rooms allowed easy conversation. We all enjoyed our main courses. The only disappointment was the Tza Tziki which tasted basically like simple yoghurt. It was explained that they never use garlic in their cooking as too many do not like it. Yogurt without garlic cannot be labeled tza tziki so perhaps they should rename it. The other two items in the sampler dish were very good, hummus and hitipiti.
5. Opa! Opa! Authentic Greek Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 263 reviews
Welcome to OPA! OPA!, Where we provide an authentic Greek dining experience and treat our guests like family! We are a family run Greek restaurant that opened its doors in 2013 and serves the Gulf Gate area of Sarasota, FL and beyond. When you walk in our
Reviewed By Traveldiva36
This is a darling little restaurant that I happened upon during a spring training baseball weekend. Ordered the gyro meal as takeout which was so delicious, I went back the next night and got the same meal! Canât wait for my next trip to Sarasota so I can visit again. Do make a Rez if dining in as itâs a small and popular restaurant.
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4. Mediterraneo
Overall Ratings
4 based on 457 reviews
With its modern but classic Italian cuisine and emphasis on artisanal and contemporary Northern Italian style, Mediterraneo is often credited with being the first restaurant to bring authentic contemporary Italian cuisine to Sarasota when it first opened
Reviewed By CathyA943
This is one of my favorites in Sarasota. Excellent wood-fire over pizzas, delicious pastas, grilled fish and more. The owners are wonderful and do their best to make sure you are comfortable, happy and well-fed. Across from the Hollywood movie theatre, it's a great place to dine before or after a movie.
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3. Blu Kouzina
Overall Ratings
4 based on 378 reviews
Blu Kouzina is bringing its signature, wholesome Greek cooking to the Sunshine State after gracing for the past five years Singapore's culinary scene. The acclaimed restaurant, born out of the founders' passion for the food of their native Greece and thei
Reviewed By 99MikeM
First off, they serve only fresh items. All items. Nothing frozen. Secondly, the preparation is absolutely top of the line. The flavors are unbelievable yet not over-powering. The olive oil is truly remarkable. We tried several dishes and each was fantastic. Menu varies from $ to $$$ but all items were flavorful and quite large portions (they do offer âto goâ containers). We will certainly return within a a few days. Most excellent.
2. Element: Modern Mediterranean Grill
Overall Ratings
4 based on 317 reviews
Raining? Free covered valet parking. Parking and walking should never be a challenge. We'll pick you up and drop you off⦠call for our free local shuttle. Element is an upscale Modern Mediterranean Grill located in the heart of downtown Sarasota, Florida.
Reviewed By Shirley W
This is one of our favorite restaurants for our anniversary celebration. Once again we had our favorite server, Emily. The food, atmosphere, and service is excellent!Thank you for the 5 star review of element, and Happy Anniversary again! We appreciate your kind comments about our food, atmosphere and Emily's excellent guest service.We look forward to many more celebrations with you at element.
1. La Violetta
Overall Ratings
4 based on 159 reviews
Reviewed By elizabeth128i
This intimate Italian restaurant is a must see in Sarasota. A reservation is recommended as it is a charming little place with the true feeling of a small rustic Italian Inn. The waiter was great and provided perfect suggestions at our request. Each meal was exceptional and our guests were very pleased we shared this gem with them. They were surprised at its location in a small strip mall type of setting but once inside, the restaurant is charming and the food delicious.
