After a relaxing day at Siesta Key beach, we stopped at The Cottage for lunch. I cannot say enough…read moregreat things about this restaurant. It's got a relaxing beach vibe with outside seating and a nice patio in the back with enough shade. I could tell that they host nightly entertainment here with a small stage. For lunch, I ordered the lobster maki roll. I'm not a big sushi fan, but I was intrigued. This lobster roll was one of the best sushi rolls I've had in a long time. Also ordered include the blackened grouper sandwich, billionaire burger, and tempura shrimp appetizer. Our group loved every entree. The cocktails were also refreshing. I really loved my jalapeño watermelon margarita. Our server was wonderful - very friendly and quick service. Definitely an enjoyable lunch or dinner spot!

We booked this place via OpenTable since it received great reviews. We ended up parking next door…read moresince parking was a bit hard to navigate. The parking place had ample parking where you needed a mobile app to pay for your parking. There was a larger souvenir store there if you needed to kill time before your seating. Once it was our time for our dinner reservations, we were greeted and seated at our table. Our waitress was a bit sarcastic or had a witty comments that didn't sit well with my kids. When ordering our foods, the kids asked what type of drinks they had since it was not listed on the menu. She said Coke but didn't elaborate that they had Coke products. Since she said Coke so fast our daughter didn't hear the response and asked her the question again where she just said that's a great question and ignored her and moved on. Food wise - we had the Peruvian ceviche, Peruvian chicken, I think I had a special grouper dish. The food was good. We were able to eat everything and the kids enjoyed their kids burger meals. Outside of the waitress comments, the place placed nice modern music to listen to and had the basketballs games playing on the tv at the bar.

Amazing food, nice service, good ambiance. Great for foodies. My partner and I have tried many…read moreexcellent vegan restaurants, and Lila is up there. Some of the best sushi we've had.

I was searching Google for vegan restaurants in the area and decided to give this one a try. Since…read moreI was ordering to go, I picked a few items that caught my attention: the crab cakes, tofu Reuben, and the raw blueberry cheesecake for dessert. The wait time was about 45 minutes, which wasn't bad at all. The crab cakes were delicious, but the sauce was a miss for me. It was way too spicy. With crab cakes, I think it's best to keep it simple with a tartar-style sauce, of course vegan. I ended up eating them without the sauce and enjoyed them much more that way. The tofu Reuben was good overall, but the bread was a little soggy. A thicker or sturdier bread might hold up better. Even so, the flavors were good and I enjoyed it. Last but definitely not least was the raw blueberry cheesecake. It was absolutely delicious! However, the sauce served with it wasn't for me at all. Thankfully, I tasted it separately before pouring it on the cheesecake because I would have been disappointed. The sauce wasn't sweet and took away from the dessert rather than adding to it. Overall, I had a good experience and enjoyed most of what I ordered. I'll definitely be back, and next time I'd like to dine in and enjoy the meals.

Some of the best Bar B Q brisket, ribs & burnt ends around... and I'm from Texas…read more We ate here as a family a while back and everyone loved what they ordered. The food, drinks and desserts were spectacular! My kids loved it too so that's a huge bonus! Service was great, vibes and views were awesome. Great place to get some excellent food!

Had a good visit to Bricks Smoked Meats. The ambiance was great, and we sat at the bar, where the…read moreservice was very good and attentive. I ordered the brisket plate with collard greens and mac and cheese. The brisket itself had good flavor, but unfortunately, a noticeable portion of the half-pound serving was fat that was essentially inedible -- probably around an eighth of a pound. The sides were tasty, but the portions felt a little small. My wife ordered the two-meat platter with turkey and sausage, along with potato salad and coleslaw. The turkey was good, but the sausage was a little bland. The surprise highlight of the meal was actually the jalapeño poppers we ordered to start. They were excellent and probably my favorite thing we had. Overall, it was a good experience with a nice atmosphere, good service, and some solid food. There were a few misses, but nothing that would keep us from coming back. I'd likely return, although I'd probably try something different next time.

What a terrific night. The menu is very diverse, giving you lots of options to mix and match which…read morewe took advantage of tonight. First, I must commend the staff at the restaurant. Misty was our server and she was so pleasant, engaged and professional. She took the time to have a lovely chat with us and that was so nice. Also, I ordered a Lemon Drop martini and it was so wonderful that I asked if I could talk to the bartender. I Didn't get her name but she was so nice! She Gave us the recipe, the process and stayed for a lovely chat. Oh, and BTW, the food was great! We mixed a bunch of things ( mussels, Brussels, tacos and peppers) and all were terrific. With the exception of the peppers. Not great and Misty took care of us when we gave her that feedback. Overall, a 10 of 10 for service and 9 of 10 for food! Go there, you'll love it!

Very disappointed by the false advertising. Boca promotes that they serve lunch, but if you visit…read moreon the weekend, you'll quickly find out that they only offer a brunch menu with very limited lunch options. We specifically came expecting a lunch experience based on their advertising and were frustrated to discover that wasn't the case. There's a big difference between serving lunch and serving brunch with a few lunch items sprinkled in. Restaurants should be transparent about what they actually offer so customers can make informed decisions before visiting. If you're looking for a true lunch menu on the weekend, this may not be the place for you.

The food is always amazing but we sat outside by the water and my family has millions of bites on…read moreour bodies from bugs outside. The bugs hurt when they bite could barely enjoy the meal due to this

Great food very fresh! Nice view from the 3rd floor dining…read moreroom Attentive waitress! Nothing to complain about

What an absolute gem of a restaurant. The ambiance is artsy, whimsical, fun--and it all just works…read more Really well. Our server, Juliana, provided absolute perfection. She was bright, effervescent, eager to please, extremely knowledgeable about every drink and food item on the menu, always present when needed but never hovering. She has perfected her craft and it made for a wonderful experience. The menu is written with flair and verve, and every offering seems irresistible. We wanted to try everything, but of course couldn't, so we made do with a couple of their signature cocktails (wonderful), a flatbread appetizer (also wonderful) and the very delicious meat loaf and the gemelli pasta entrees. I 10 out of 10 in every respect. We were quite concerned that we were the only patrons in the restaurant during our entire meal. It was early on a Tuesday evening in low season, but still. I hope more folks discover Wink Wink as it would be a shame to lose such a treasure. I would think they might want to consider offering a happy hour to boost things a bit. On the other hand, they could be doing very well and we just hit an off night. Go. Try it. The whole experience will be very entertaining with the art and whimsy of the decor and the menu. Great vibes. and the service and food were wonderful.

There's a floral pop up event of some sort going on The food…read morewas great! And the drinks were unique and tasted even better! The charcuterie was like a dream, and the Popsicle champagne drink wasn't too shabby! The service was good, and it wasn't too busy when I went. There's definitely photo ops for days for all my fellow content creators! The manger was friendly as well, and was nice enough to check in on all the guests here and there. Will def come back soon!

Very classy, but casual, white tablecloth/napkin spot…read more Welcoming staff. We were a party of 6 with varied tastes, but we each had great options. Welcoming staff, delicious food options, with extensive Wine List. Reasonably priced with plenty of options. Fantastic, huge desserts!!! Our server was wonderful!! (Sorry I forgot her name). She recognized my sister from a previous restaurant she worked at. Easy to see why this place is so successful.....we'll be back, for sure!!!

Fantastic place. Make a reservation…read more Definitely fresh pasta. Hard to choose between the Bucatini Bolognese, Spag Meatballs, and Short Rib Garganelli! Service impeccable Will be back.

What a fanatastic place. It was our first time going and the place was happening for a Friday…read morenight. Lovely decor inside which makes you feel right at home. Ordered the Pornstar martini to start and it was delicious (came with a side of proseco). We didn't know how big the portions were so we didn't order any apps. For dinner my husband had the korean meatloaf and I had the veggie pasta alfredo. Both were so good! We ordered the dessert special and it was fantastic. Definitely will go back since they have so much to choose from!

i had the beet salad, and wine - which was a really nice pour of malbec. my son had a steak and…read morechocolate cake, and hubby had the special which was a goulash. everything was phenomenal- taste and presentation both spot on. our server took a while to initially come up but in his defense the restaurant was slammed. i don't know that i would go back for a family meal as much as maybe a girls night out or date night. the vibe is relaxed and chic.

We were in Sarasota for a crew state championship and decided to try this spot--really glad we did…read more The food was exceptional, with great presentation and thoughtful plating. The ambiance was upbeat, warm, and just a really pleasant place to relax. What stood out most was the service--the manager came by several times, always smiling and genuinely making sure we were enjoying everything. That kind of attention goes a long way. The steak was excellent, and my daughter absolutely loved her chicken. Overall, a fantastic experience. Definitely recommend if you're in Sarasota.

Libby's was our FAV restaurant in all of Sarasota. We came here on a Saturday night and sat in a…read morelovely little spot right at the threshold between indoor and outdoor. Our server Casey was one of the best in the biz - he made the experience so great! We felt like we were besties with him. We shared the shrimp as an appetizer and ate it alarmingly fast. Then for entrees, my darling got the Chicken Milanese (Casey gave the hot tip to do mashed potatoes as a side and that was a crucial and worthwhile decision) and I got two apps as my entree, the Brussels sprouts and the Tuna tataki. The tuna is something I will be thinking about for years to come. We polished it all off by sharing a deliiiiightful key lime pie, a 10/10 choice. All the employees at Libby's are top tier and so kind, and we couldn't stop talking about our dinner here for the rest of our time in Sarasota. Can't wait to come back :)

Wonderful full of light cafe attached to botanical gardens. Service excellent!…read more Everything was wonderful. Not pictured that we tried was BLT which had a lot but not too much bacon

If I could give this place 10 stars I would! The ambiance is soothing with its green glass and…read moretable settings. I love the natural light wood and the windows allow the natural light to flow through yet the space is well air conditioned. The chef is amazing with his food choices and tastes and presentation. The coconut curry soup was delectable. I also enjoyed the roasted cauliflower Korean lettuce wraps with a sweet chili & kabayaki sauce. The penne Rosa verde blended zucchini and sun-dried tomatoes in a light tomato cream sauce. Our waitress was friendly and very knowledgeable about the restaurant's net positive energy. Much of their produce is grown on the rooftop and using solar energy means they're able to give back to the energy grid. Open till 3:00 so make sure you arrive for a leisurely lunch then enjoy Selby Gardens afterwards.