Went here for dinner with friends who eat here often and know the owner…read more Fantastic experience, from excellent and attentive service in an intimate atmosphere to delicious food ( hard ti pick, so many choices!!) presented on beautiful China. Waiting over 2 weeks to do this review leaves me at a loss, as I can't remember exactly what was ordered, even when looking at the menus and my photos, but the fish was fresh, delicious, correctly prepared and just delicious. I ordered off the regular menu, but there is a prix fixe menu as well.

A large group from our community (30) booked a private room here for dinner(good thing considering…read morethe cold weather). The courtyard has heaters for those who prefer dining Al fresco The restaurant is a popular Sarasota venue offering numerous choices, always nicely presented. George and Jeff have a winning formula. I chose a Caesar salad and duck entree . My duck was moist and cooked to perfection. For dessert I had the tres leches- wonderful. This restaurant always delivers ergo, that's why it is always busy.

All Aboard !!!!! This cozy classy place had live music, a bar, outside and inside seating, Two tvs…read moreposted in the bar area (where they should be) cause after all, the meeting of the eyes will determine how the rest of the night goes..(Pun intended lol)...The dim light goes well with the walsl art-work...Our server was very courteous and respectful he gave us a good take on he likes he pointed out that "everything is amazing" and gave us a " run-down" on his favorite foods to eat....Although we had not the taste for some of meals, we picked what we had a taste for..so ...here we go 1) Fried Pickle Spears....Fi'..!!!!!! For those of you who dont know what "Fi' means" it means fire..which means extremely good...( only according to me). 2) I had the Mahi Mahi served over spinach...absolutely pleasing to the pallet. 3) My date had the Parmesan crusted Salmon with mashed potatoes and Kimchi All three dishes were very well prepared, although I had my mind set on ordering dessert ... the kitchen had closed before we knew it...but it's okay....It just gives an even greater excuse to come back...

We sat at the bar on June 27. We had great service and awesome cocktails from the early afternoon…read morebartender. Barbara came over and introduced herself and recommended that my wife order the summer salmon. It was cooked to perfection. I ordered the stir fry with bulgogi and it was so tasty and a huge portion. We love the food, the owners interaction and the serving crews. Our only issue was the end img bartender spent most of the time away from the bar and as a result service was very slow. It took us a while to get our check. A great restaurant that needs to fix this issue, otherwise I would give it a 10 on a 5 scale.

Our party of four visited Indigenous on March 10,2026. Upon our arrival we were warmly greeted by…read morethe hostess and immediately taken to our table on the open air porch. The lighting and decor fit perfectly in the quiet neighborhood. Our server Bex greeted us and it was obvious that she was experienced in the food service industry. She was very knowledgeable about the menu and made good recommendations to the Vegetarian in our party. The wait for our starters was short and they were delicious. Most of us opted for the Tile fish entree and it was simply delicious. I would have preferred a slightly bigger portion but I have a larger frame. The chocolate tort desert left me satisfied. Indigenous is a little pricey but this is offset by the experienced staff, quaint atmosphere and delicious food!

This was my first time here. The service was interesting. Our server was socially awkward. Don't…read moreremember her name. The restaurant is very pretty and nicely decorated. Now onto the food. All of the appetizers we had were absolutely amazing, I would come back strictly for them. The pork chop entree was good but not great. It was very expensive for just ok. The desserts were also good. Not sure that I'll be rushing back.

This review is for their lounge…read more We stopped in for good wine and food and plan to return to try teir restaurant. We've - salmon gravlax - tacos - two kinds of house red The salmon is good, and the taco has the braised tenderloin, which is tender and delicious. The Wente Cab is excellent: even the fly likes it too. We pass by this restaurant all the time: it's the first one on Main St from the Opera house. The elegant restaurant to the right has a bar, too. After the Miami Open rained out for us the other day, we arrived to find a lone customer at the bar. I went in and asked for the tennis channel, but the bartender replied, "he just asked for March Madness." Reportedly, they installed the TV a month ago. It seems this year, the Miami Open just isn't happening for me. Oh well, little Missy, better luck next time. Edit: the bar tender did change to tennis after the gent left, thank you.

We love trying new places before we go to the theater and last night we decided to try Element on…read moreMain Street downtown Sarasota. The place should be called Elegant! Find dining at its best at quite a reasonable price. Our server, Josh, took extra care to make sure that everything was timed perfectly. The food was outstanding in presentation and in flavor. The vibe of the place was just perfect. Pretty bar and private party room. Ambient music playing in the background that was just at a level that you could hear yet talk to your Table mates. It was a fantastic evening and a great find. PS: The Chef aced the Pittsburgh, black and blue 1 inch thick steak! We will definitely be back.

5 Stars for a dessert DREAM at the Hayloft Dessert Room (in the back or Euphemia Haye)…read more That's right, walk in and keep walking! We walked right by the bar and eventually found ourselves at a counter covered in deserts. Someone in staff was in hand to talk us through the various cakes and then seat us to order. We opted for the coconut rum cake and warm apple pie with ice cream as well as a chocolate cake. They were all irresistible and massive! The only meh was the chocolate cake was pretty dry. Otherwise, it was all exceptional! Overall, a neat experience in a darkly lit, wooden old school ambiance. Very fun!

My friends who spend March in Anna Maria love this place and I was so happy to learn they got a…read morereservation for us! You enter the restaurant via a foliage-lined walkway. It has charming bar areas, small dining rooms, and more upstairs. The server we had was excellent. My friends love their green tomatoes appetizer (with zucchini), eggplant appetizer, and superb Caesar salad that is served extra chilled. What a start...along with the banana nut bread! For mains, he had the duck (his favorite). J and I split their noteworthy pepper steak and I wanted the cannelloni. The cannelloni was so light and a homerun. My friends had never had it and we all agreed it was great comfort food. Now that pepper steak with a brandy sauce reduction-OMG-how amazing. The pepper crust was perfection. We did not have room for dessert but server said we could go upstairs and get something boxed to go. Looking at that dessert case is a feast for the eyes. We chose a classic tart with fruit and a coconut cream pie...which was the best I have ever had. This may be my new favorite upscale restaurant in SW Florida. I cannot wait to return! Applause to the owners, chefs, and our server.

They were able to cook everything for me in non-soy oil…read more Every part of our experience was great. We arrived for our res, and choose to eat "outside" which is a covered atrium with trees. At night the lights come on. I'm glad we chose the outside dining, inside was a bit dark and there was someone playing music which could be loud for some. Our server was fantastic, truly someone with the gift for service, and the rest of the staff who served also good. The manager came by to say hi and check in, which is a hallmark of a great restaurant. It's a pricey place, but worth every penny. We had the sea bass, red snapper, & crab cakes and a side of mushrooms. Everything was YUM! Even the mushrooms evoked a yummmm with every bite. The only item that wasn't very good was the bread, not much flavor & a bit dry, but I didn't want to fill up on that anyway. No food pics because it was too good to wait! A great place to celebrate for a special evening.

Had such a wonderful dining experience last night (4/10/26). From the moment we walked in, the…read moreambiance was inviting and beautifully set the tone for a relaxing evening. The food was absolutely delicious, every dish was flavorful, well-presented, and clearly made with care. A special shoutout to our server (I forgot her name) who provided exceptional service. She was attentive, friendly, and made sure we had everything we needed without ever feeling rushed. Her recommendations were spot on! Overall, a fantastic experience with great food, excellent service, and a lovely atmosphere. We'll definitely be back!

Ambiance / Is outstanding and on Sundays there's amazing chill live music by the most adorable…read morecouple. I'll be back just for this alone. **Please be sure to tip them to show your appreciation of the elegance they add to your experience, they are excellent creative artists after all.** Food / Very good. Elevated presentations and falvorful. I have never had a questionable meal here. Service / Always outstanding and perfectly timed. Great balance of attentiveness and privacy. Parking / Plentiful and complimentary (unmetered & free) Exterior & Interior / Giving elevated, dark moody vibes inside. Outside: bright, sunny, breezy and chill patio vibes. Wonderful balance depending on your mood.

In the midst of a crazy travel soccer weekend, Post Kitchen and Bar came through with a fantastic…read moreupscale meal for our group. We sat outside on the sleek and modern covered patio, and the service was friendly, professional, and fast. We caught the tail-end of Happy Hour, and everyone really enjoyed the appetizers. We grabbed some oysters, sliders, and a chicken Satay. I had a martini that was absolutely delicious. Main courses hit the spot. The steak frites came out perfect, and I really liked the peppercorn sauce. My son ordered the fish and chips, and it was one of the biggest pieces of cod I have ever seen. Everything was delicious. We had a few bad meals at tourist places near the beach, so Post Kitchen was really refreshing for a little splurge meal.

This place is great. They have an awesome bar on one side and restaurant on the other. We sat in…read morethe private room with our larger group. All of the drinks are great and interesting (shout out to Diors, the bartender!). For apps, we had the mussels, bread service, and duck wings. Do not skip the duck wings - they were a great portion, the meat fell off the bone, and the flavor was phenomenal! For dinner, the group ordered the ribeye, shrimp and grits, chicken sandwich, pork ragu, and fish sandwich. The crowd favorites were the fish sandwich, chicken sandwich, and shrimp and grits. Great spot in downtown Sarasota!

Took a group of friends visiting from Jax for a girls' night out and definitely picked the right…read moreplace. Food: delicious and creative. Every one of the five different entrees merits the five-star rating. Service: exceptional. Our server, Mr. Lenza, was beyond what even the most demanding of customer could want. Engaging, knowledgeable (about many, many things that extended beyond entree questions), fun, and attentive (but not overly so; he hit the perfect mark). Ambiance: upscale-fun meets modern-artisan. Bonus was meeting one of the owners who entertained us with hidden "duck" tales [lol; intrigue intended]. This will be my go-to spot for guests in the future (as well as for me when I'm craving creative & tasty cuisine). Well done, SSEH, well done (& I'm not just talking how to prep my burger )!