Never disappoints! Love the onion soup. Crepes are great. Service is excellent! Repeat customer…read more Tres bien!

I wish Yelp would allow a no-star review when a restaurant fails in such a spectacular way. I will…read morebe as concise as possible in order to exactly describe our experience last evening. We were guests in what our hosts described as "their favorite restaurant" and Yelp awards a 4-stars review...my conclusion was: either the restaurant was having a really bad night or reviewers have lost their understanding of what a 4-stars restaurant should be like. Our hosts ordered a bottle of white Bordeaux which the owner poured in our glasses as if she was pouring the lowly Sarasota water, filled our glasses almost to the top practically emptying the bottle. Then it was time to order, the lady host asked for the foie gras appetizer which she had absolutely recommended...Sorry, we are out! Appetizers: we ordered 2 Escargots, and the Homemade Country Pâté. The Escargots in herb butter were tasteless (I had to add some salt) and one of the snails was full of stones and grit. Main course: I asked for the Homemade Country Pâté which was portioned significantly less than what our host had gotten...was it to punish me for ordering 2 appetizers? My husband ordered the lamb chops...4 chops cooked to the point where they were tough, and a potato gratin reminiscent of a brick. Our hosts ordered the Pork Marco Polo and the Smoked Salmon Salad. I cannot comment on their entrees even though a comment was made that the pork was overcooked. The Salmon Salad did not look appetizing. But, the 'pièce de resistance' was when our host ordered Crêpe Suzette and was told that 'we are out of orange jam'...whaaat? You can find orange jam in any grocery store, you should never run out of orange jam. We have dined in many restaurant that we felt were subpar, this one won first price. Needless to say, will never go back.

Great food, great service, and a lovely dining experience! We enjoyed eating outside and the…read morewaitress did not rush us! It was a lovely lunch!

I want to give it a five because I love the idea and the presentation of the food was wonderful,…read morebut, I'd like to comment on the food so explain the 4 stars. The lobster bisque was flavorful but a little too thin. It didn't feel like a traditional bisque. Almost made me feel like they were making it more thinned out to keep the cost down. Although, I'm not sure that is true. The eggs Benedict was beautifully presented and the croissant it came on was delightful, but the egg was way over cooked. It felt like chewing on rubber. Actually, I didn't know an eggs texture could get that rubbery. Someone really really tried to overdo it haha. The hollandaise sauce was a little too tangy. The tang was overpowering the taste of the hollandaise. Overall, I hope they stay and business and keep providing the community with an ethnic experience. Maybe have tastings for the crew when there is something new and the crew needs to be honest with the chef. I didn't try the pastries because nothing jumped out at my but I'm glad they have it in the store for a nice homey touch. If I was looking for somewhere to eat, I would recommend this place for sure. And I would come back to eat here and try something new.

Had a fabulous group dinner for 7 which could have been a challenge at another dining…read moreestablishment. We had a very large, roomy table in a great location in the dining room which is a smaller, more intimate venue. We did not feel at all crowded. The service, atmosphere, and food could not have been better. Loved all the mussel choices which were excellent. The owner stopped by several times to make sure we were well taken care of and made all of us feel welcome and valued. The menu was varied and it is definitely a place I plan to return to.

Probably our new favorite restaurant in Sarasota. Oliver and his team were charming and treated us…read morelike family. Here's my take--just trust Oliver's recommendations and go with it. Mussels are a must, we had the tartare and scallops as our mains. The dessert trio was shared and was also exceptional . Far exceeded expectations.

I will always Stan C'est La Vie in Sarasota/Lakewood Ranch. This location is always busy so get…read morethere early if you have your eyes on a specific pastry. Actually, just get there early anyway because the pastry items are fresher/better. There's indoor and outdoor seating. I typically skip trying to park next to it and just go to the garage and walk over. The service is more attentive than a typical French cafe overseas but not as on top of you as a typical place in the US. You can definitely order at the counter in French if you want to and I've had a waiter there flip between English, French, Spanish, and another language (maybe Romanian?) in one order. The sandwiches I've had were all lovely, and had a little side salad that could benefit from a better dressing (they serve an okay vinaigrette though). I've yet to encounter a single bad pastry - the elcairs, mousse cakes, and flaky pastries like chausson pommes are on par with the typical boulangerie/pattisserie in France and don't make me think US adaptation at all. Prices are reasonable.

If you want to be transported straight to a sidewalk café in Paris without leaving Sarasota, C'est…read moreLa Vie is the place. It's a small, quaint spot with an amazing atmosphere, but definitely be prepared to wait if you're coming for brunch it's very popular for a reason! The wait was absolutely worth it, though. I started with a cappuccino, and it was perfection rich, smooth, and exactly what you need to wake up. For food, the savory crepe was outstanding. It had that perfect authentic texture slightly crisp on the edges and soft in the middle. I also tried the cauliflower soup, which was a surprising highlight. It was incredibly creamy and flavorful honestly, one of the best soups I've had in a long time. Highly recommend this gem if you're in the area!

Waitress was wonderful and kind. Atmosphere was honestly perfect I would def come back. The brussel…read moresprouts were amazing and we got the steak frites. I would definitely say I should've gotten a filet instead of the strip steak and def get truffle fries. They are 20x better than original fries. Overall very good meal will be coming back

We were seated as soon as we checked in. Our server was attentive and kept our drinks filled! We…read morewere able to swap out the sides. Food was served in a reasonable amount of time and was very tasty! I had the salmon with brussel sprouts and my hubby had the orange chicken with a side of jalapeño Mac and cheese. I earned money off due to the loyalty program. While the location was busy it didn't affect the time of service. It was a small table that was a cozy spot.

What a cozy and delightful restaurant in Sarasota. Mother and daughter, Sue and Erika, just started…read morethe French restaurant with a French chef and Jerome handling the tables. The bread is a good sign of what's ahead and it was perfect for soaking up all the garlic butter from the 3 escargot orders! By the way there were 4 of us. The onion soup and lobster bisque warmed us up on a cool evening. The Frutti de Mare, lots of mixed seafood, Moules Frites, mussels, with great French fries made a wonderful dinner. We all ordered the profiteroles which were like small mountains! These 2 marvelous women have worked hard to make their restaurant a welcoming place!

This place is great. Great food and great wines. Service is outstanding and it's family owned. I…read moreabsolutely love this place.

The curry chicken sandwich was absolutely fantastic... We went back basically two days in a row to…read moreget it along with the turkey cranberry chutney club , which was equally as good! Excellent service nice environment reason

Sophie's is Sarasota's best secret nestled inside Saks. The staff is amazing and the food has never…read morelet us down. It is like sitting inside Hudson's from my Michigan days. I am also thankful that they are NOT closing!!!!

Our first time visit to Libby's. We were welcomed as soon as they opened the door for us. It was…read morea beautiful evening, so we sat outside. Our server Chloe was very attentive and was thorough in recommending the various menu items, including specials. My cucumber/pear martini was excellent! My husband had the "rootbeer" ribs and they were delicious. My shrimp scampi was very good as well. Both managers, Francisco & Matt came by to introduce themselves. From the ambiance to the service, drinks and food, we highly recommend Libby's. We can't wait to go back!

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.

Wow! Soooo good. Funny that we had dinner at Capital Grille next door two nights ago and I must say…read moreour dinner at Season 52 was far better! Go figure. First, our cocktails were a generous pour and perfectly made. I loved that my dirty martini was shaken and poured table side...plus the shaker with dirty ice and a little extra left for me as well...perfect touch! They definitely "had me at first pour!" Branden our server was awesome...attentive, friendly and very efficent. He was right on. Soups and my salad were delicious. Soups were nice and hot. All of our entrees were over the top delicious. I totally enjoyed the shrimp and grits...we don't get grits up north. Hubby thought his pork chop was Incredible and perfectly cooked. The Seabass also a winner and the crabcake was enjoyable for our fourth person. Usually just one meal is a standout but honestly all meals were standouts...but if I had to pick one it would be the pork chop. The restaurant is very comfortable, modern and a huge bar with comfy booths and lots of tables. Outside dining as well. Parking is tricky if the mall and Restaurants are crowded. I did see valet parking for $10 Saturday night. I would give lots more stars if I could bc this place hit the ball out of the park for us.

We love this place and we always love coming here for multiple reasons, the customer service, the…read morefood and the atmosphere. Today was a display of why we love the customer service here. We had a few hiccups but the customer service was A+ because of the exceptional service by "Kat". We also had the kitchen manager and manager make our acquaintance to check on our service and meal. My meal was great, I had the 8oz filet mignon with mash potatoes. But my wife had the burger w/o a bun and the cheese. The first one was extremely salty, the second one had the cheese but the third one was perfect. Her side was spinach. We also shared a cocktail which was the blueberry lemon splash, it was very delicious but very strong. Considering that I am not a drinker I had to water it down twice. A drinker would appreciate the heavy handed bartender who made ours. Our server "Kat" was beyond exceptional and very patient and understanding with us.

This spot may be a little off the beaten path, but it's absolutely worth the visit. If you're…read morelooking for a great brunch or breakfast spot. This restaurant delivers both delicious food and a charming experience. While you wait, you can stroll through the plaza and explore a mix of restaurants, boutiques, and home decor shops which according to my husband makes it more than just a meal but a full outing, because I like to make note of where I want to pop into post brunch LOL. It's quickly become of of my go to breakfast spots, especially for their creative pancake flavors. My latest order the salted caramel bacon pancake which was the perfect balance of sweet and savory - definitely one to come back for.

This is our favorite place for pancakes with the family. Come hungry! I love the salted caramel…read morebacon pancakes. . Though they are all delicious. The staff is super friendly and great with the kids. We've been coming here for years. The only thing that's stopped is the train no longer runs around the restaurant. Typical diner vibe with booths and a couple tables. Be prepared to wait on weekends. It's a hot spot after church so plan accordingly.