Perq is one of a kind. A spot that feels equally as tucked away from the vibrancy of Hillview as it…read moreis easily accessible. The owners are thoughtful, hard working and know their craft and their customer well. The line is always worth the wait -- grab a spot on one of the cozy couches or sit in the sun outdoors (pup approved!) while you wait for your beverage or one of the delicious breakfast items. One of my favorite memories from visiting Perq for many years: I once grabbed a few coffees and pastries to bring to a friend. I accident left a muffin behind. The owner took the time to track me down and send a message over social media letting me know they think I left it behind and they'd hold it for me or I could have a credit towards a future visit. Unreal. If you have visited Perq before you know there was likely a line yet the owners took note of this and took the time to go above and beyond. I'm grateful for this slice of neighborhood caffeine heaven. Congrats on 13 years

After seeing great reviews online, I was so excited to try Perq. I was in Sarasota for the day and…read moremy usual breakfast spot is closed on Mondays. I placed on order online for food ahead of time. I was also going to place an order for coffee online, but their menu and online ordering system is confusing. When I pulled up, I realized parking was going to be an issue. Your only option is street parking in a very busy part of town. They have plenty of spots in the back, but they are reserved for employees only. All but one of the employee spots were available. After circling the block a few times, I was able to park a block away on the street. When I walked in, I mentioned I was picking up food but I also wanted to order a coffee. The man at the counter rudely told me that I had to pick up my food at the counter in the back. When I asked if they had nonfat milk, I was again met with an attitude and he said "we only have local milk and three dairy alternatives." It was very clear that I wasn't being respected because I wasn't a local. Imagine my surprise when a small/medium sized latte, with no syrup, was $9.10. Absolute highway robbery for an average latte. For food, I ordered an avocado toast with shaved egg. I had a much better experience interacting with the woman at the food window. She was incredibly kind, made an effort to talk to me and my food was ready 20 minutes early. It was good and fresh, but I now know that I'm not a fan of the texture of shaved eggs. I'm in Sarasota a few times a year and I will absolutely not be going back.

Coffee was delicious, got an iced latte that was the perfect color (if you know, you know). Blue…read morecoconut smoothie bowl was delicious! Perfect amount of toppings and very fresh :) service was quick and efficient, very beachy vibe.. would come back again when visiting siesta key!

The place wasn't packed at 1PM on a Sunday. Decoration on the walls were fantastic…read more Iced white mocha latte 8/10: I drank it all within 10 minutes tbh. Subtle sweetness to it

The Clever Cup is my new go-to spot to start the morning. The environment is so cozy and inviting,…read morewith plenty of space to sit and get work done, and the wifi is fast and reliable, which is a huge plus if you're working remotely. The espresso here is fantastic, seriously well made. My wife got the blueberry maple latte and loved it (fruit in my coffee isn't really my thing, but she couldn't stop raving about it). We also split a bagel sandwich, and wow, it did not disappoint. Fresh ingredients, perfectly toasted, just really delicious. Oh... and they freeze their drip coffee into ice cubes and then use them for your iced coffee.. wow. On top of all that, the service was great, warm and friendly without being intrusive. This place has such a pleasant vibe. Highly recommend if you're looking for a great cup of coffee and a comfortable spot to settle in for a while!

Cute little shop that's walkable distance from many houses. I got the nutty Irishman. If you're a…read morefan of hazelnut, you'll love this. Avocado on bagel 8/10: They use the avocado cups from Costco but it's still really good. Would've preferred fresh avocado Nutty Irishman w/ oatmilk 8/10: Wish there was more of a coffee flavor. However, delicious taste! Did not taste watered down. Cashier let us know they were out of to go boxes for the food. Very transparent! We ended up having her wrap it up in aluminum which was fine.

We came here for breakfast and when we walked in, it was not that busy but as we ordered a lot of…read morepeople came in right behind us! I decided to order an iced chai tea latte and an egg and cheese sandwich and the bread they use was good! The service was great and the food did not take long to come out! They have some seating inside and outside! I love the decor all over the walls!

Slow service and average coffee. Small place so whe backed up, nowhere to stand. Also, no normal…read morecroissants etc. Main thing is Justine's eat to long to get an average coffee.

My husband, who is so awesome, sent me a list of fancy restaurants in Longboat Key to try and…read moreaccidentally added Sips to that list. As soon as I saw the picture and little blurb about it I knew I had to add it to my coffee stops this trip. I am so glad he added it to that list because it was so tasty!! The shop is unassuming from the front it's in a little shopping area but don't let that fool you this place is top notch. Not only was my chai tea delicious we got to see kayakers sail by on the water as we were waiting on it!! But alas, more about my drink the consistency is a little thicker but the flavor is so on point even the ice couldn't touch it. Out of all the places I tried I loved the rich flavor of the chai here best. If you're visiting AMI definitely make the trip out to try this gem you will be glad you did!!

Went in just for a black coffee a little before they closed. The store smells delicious and the…read morecoffee was also!

Coffee is inconsistent. First time I ordered it was good the next time I ordered a half sweet drink…read moreit was very sweet. Food is good. Staff not friendly.

I thought this cafe was cute, the food was also really good as well…read more The chia bowl was yummmy! And my egg and cheese sandwich was fresh and also good. I did wish they had maybe some fresh juice options for the non coffee drinkers not a big deal though. Service was friendly and quick! Will return again ;)

Oh my, GREAT espresso, not burnt!!!! Modern new vibe, great…read moreservice!!! Can't wait to go back!

The raspberry matcha is so yummy! I loved the design of the coffee shop as well, very modern.read more

A quick note before I dive in: yes, it's a bit pricier than your average coffee stop, but I don't…read morethink that's a fair thing to knock them for. That cute plastic cup with the soda-style lid isn't free to provide, it costs them more, and it's genuinely part of what makes the experience feel special. This little tucked-away coffee shop is adorable, and I wasn't expecting much going in but it was so worth it. Worth the wait, worth the price. They grind whole coffee beans fresh right in front of you, so it doesn't taste like watered-down coffee it tastes like coffee actually should. Such a different experience from Starbucks. I had an iced latte with sugar-free vanilla bean and cinnamon cold foam, and my daughter had an iced latte with vanilla bean and coconut cold foam both were beyond excellent. I could honestly drink this every day and never get tired of it. My daughter had actually wanted to leave once we got there since it was so crowded, but I'm really glad we stuck it out. I'm not usually a huge coffee shop person myself, but this place changed my mind. If you're in the area, it's worth checking out because it's clearly worth the wait. Worth every penny.

The review is realistically 3.5 stars…read more I like the vibe of the place. It has such cute merchandise that seems to be local and unique, and has such a nice ambiance to it. The menu was small but I liked that it was elegant and to the point, not trying to do anything too crazy. I got a coconut milk latte with coconut foam. Did I enjoy it? Yes. Would I come back? Not really. I thought that while the latte was delicious, it does not offer me anything extra that warrants around 40$ for three lattes.