Toasted Mango Cafe is the kind of restaurant that has quietly earned its status of good food and consistent hospitality over the years, becoming part of the fabric of Sarasota ever since Kim Duffy and Sandi Wagner -- best friends turned business partners -- opened the doors of their first location on North Tamiami Trail in 2011. Although they have since moved that location (as well as adding new locations). And in doing so, they have only continued to build on their original mission: providing homemade food, generous portions, fair prices, and the kind of warmth that makes you feel like a regular on your very first visit. https://lisaefreedman.com/toasted-mango-cafe-sarasotas-beloved-breakfast-institution-gets-a-fresh-start/ read more

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Staff was excellent and the food was great. Mimosa was super yummy too. I would come back and I would bring people here too.

Their new location on Blvd of the Arts and Central Ave is much more spacious than the origonal place on N Tamiami.We called for call ahead seating for 8 and by the time we got there our number had increased to 11. They were very gracious and added a table to accommodate us all. Matt, as our server, did an excellent job. We ordered a blueberry muffin and an orange mango muffin for the table. Both excellent. Several of us ordered their homemade corn beef hash with onions and peppers. It's some of the best in the city. Others got their special mango- coconut waffle. Two had lunch items- reuben sandwich and aspecial wrap. Two had the featured salmon salad. Everyone raved about the food. It was really a great time read more

Our 1st breakfast stop on our 3 day hurricane Helene tour. This place was a packed house on a Saturday morning. Judging by the conversations between the staff and guests the majority of the clientele are locals. This location has indoor as well as outdoor dining. Ordered the homemade corn beef hash and eggs, bagel with lox special and a protein omelet. The corn beef hash was a small portion and was dry and not that impressed. The bagel special was really good and the omelet good as well read more

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First time here since they opened. We live right around the block so was hoping it would be a great breakfast spot, I love breakfast! Unfortunately it was really bad I ordered oatmeal which was typical diner , instant watered down slop. Not the nutty, textured oats you get with real homemade oatmeal. I ordered two eggs over easy, came out undercooked and overly runny Slathered in butter! How is that possible to screw up fried eggs? Servers were friendly and the place was nice but we will just go to Station few blocks away for great breakfast read more

I had the make your own omelette. It was lacking seasoning. I had the biscuit as well and it was greasy, and grits were runny. It was alright but could have been better. read more

Great time. Great service and food. Clean and delivered what they promise. Homemade pancakes and French toast are really good! read more

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Stopped into the Toasted Mango this morning for some coffee and breakfast to start the day. Seated in a booth right away the coffee was quickly served along with our menus. The wait staff was everywhere - I swear they could read our minds with the coffee refills and were quick to clean up plates as they emptied. The inside reminded me of a Jimmy Buffet video - lots of bright colors and natural light. There's a clear glass or plexiglas between the dining area and the kitchen. Ordered the toasted mango special - two eggs, bacon, home fries and French Toast. Mango butter is house made and added a sweet flavor when melted on the French toast. Good breakfast, great service. read more

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Good food clean and bright fast food and leftover well prepared great pickles! The quesadilla was amazing great steak, and it real juicy and nice flavor read more

We absolutely love this place. Stop in for breakfast on weekends we're in Sarasota. Food is simple but so so delicious. They have my favorite egg sandwich and my wife loves their pancakes! Highly recommend read more

When looking for a Sarasota staple that serves traditional breakfast look no further! They serve both all day breakfast and lunch, diner style with inside and outside seating. We were seated at a booth, the server came by quickly got us going on drinks and food. My dad is an omelette guy so he chose the three cheese omelette and I went for the recommended and featured toasted coconut mango waffle! Also opted for the fresh squeezed orange juice. Food came out quick and you can tell everything was made in house, yes the orange juice was squeezed in house as well. The waffle was fluffy and did not even need syrup! What made this waffle special was the fact that it was covered in mangos and toasted coconuts!! Great flavor! Dad's omelette had chunks of cheese in it and he opted for bacon as well, which was generously cooked in. I really loved the diner feel and the great food! I hear sometimes there is a longer wait, but they are quick to move the food and crowd. I do recommend this place! read more

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This was my 1st at the dwtn Toasted Mango Cafe location. Parking is easy either lot or street. I ordered the Protein Wrap Fluffy Egg Whites Scrambled With Fresh Sauteed Spinach, Mushrooms, House Roasted Turkey, Feta And Low Fat Jack Cheese All Served In A Low Carb Tortilla, With Sliced Tomato On The Side. Minus the cheese, feta & Turkey. Was delicious I even enjoyed the 2nd half the next morning. My server was SUPER KIND to have the kitchen make me a special Mean Green Smoothie (Mango, Kale, Banana, Spinach, Apple, & Agave) with NO BANANA. Thank you so much it was amazing! read more

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This breakfast spot was recommended by the locals. They have mango butter! I got the toasted mango waffle and it was soooo good. The service was good we had a couple servers stopping by and helping out. The place seems a little run down and older not the sparking cleanest I've ever seen but the food was really good. I would definitely come back here. read more

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Ate here after golf- excellent omelet (spinach, feta and tomato) accompanied with home fries and a home made biscuit. Staff could not have been more pleasant- everyone who came by our table asked if we were satisfied or needed more. Popular breakfast/lunch venue- I can see why- great value. read more

The food was very tasty. They had a lot of vegetarian options. They had eggs Benedict, which was also vegetarian. I really see that other places it was so tasty. Ambiance is like a diner We got : Eggs Benedict - Veggie Black Bean Veggie W/Avocado Eggs Benedict Eggs Benedict With Smoked Salmon All Eggs And Omelets Are Served With Your Choice Of Home Fries, Grits, Potato Cake, Mixed Green Salad, Or Fresh Seasonal Fruit And Choice Of Toast, English Muffin Or Homemade Biscuit. We got home fries and potato pancake But we got fruit instead. The waiter was very nice and corrected the mistake read more

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My dad and I had a fantastic breakfast at Toasted Mango! I opted for their namesake mango waffle, which came with delicious fresh mango and coconut on top. The waffle itself was outstanding, and would be great on its own as well. I also had a cup of oatmeal to start, which was very well made. We sat outside on the patio, as their indoor dining room was full. The patio was a beautiful place to sit and enjoy our breakfast, underneath the shade of a large tree. I'd highly recommend starting your day in Sarasota at Toasted Mango! read more

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Downtown location is closed but that was not indicated on their website at all. We drove 25 minutes to a deserted parking lot. Ended up at Green Zebra Cafe which was wonderful. read more

Ambiance was a cute cafe, interior was nice with friendly staff as service. Only issue with service I had was I was told the wait would be 15 minutes & unfortunately that turned into 45 minutes due too "nobody getting up" from there seats apparently. Not sure how true that was, but anyways..... the only reason why I'm giving this cafe 4 stars is because my smoked salmon Benedict tasted slightly fishy . ( If you eat fish you know fish shouldn't taste fishy ) . Other than that the eggs and potatoes were splendid as well as the mango French toast. I would come back here to eat again , although I'm a pescatarian I'd probably not order the salmon Benedict again ; and stick to basic roots such as the French toast or try the waffles. read more

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This place is walking distance from the hotel that I was staying at and wanted to get some coffee. Since it was open early and they served breakfast food, it was bustling with people coming in and out. I just did take out as I had to go back right away. It didn't take too long and I was admiring the decor of the place. It's fairly large for a diner style place. I recommend it for someone who is on a budget and wants a variety of food that isn't just seafood. read more

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Toasted Mango Café is a small but very pleasant little café with both inside and outside dining along a walkway that serves as its patio. It's a breakfast and lunch place, basically open from 7:30 am until 2:30 pm. The menu is rather small with things like a salmon plate, avocado toast, a "Sarasota Omelet of house-roasted turkey, a veggie burger, Reuben, etc., all at reasonable prices. I had their "Marylou" comprised of a goat cheese, fresh mango, jalapeno, and bacon which I found to be both unique and delicious. The wait staff couldn't have been more friendly and attentive. read more

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Wow, is all we have to say. We quickly looked at the profile page and instantly saw great presentation of their food images and their menu options. Decided to give it a try. We ordered avocado mango toast, mango French toast, and Breakfast yogurt banana split. Mango mimosas and a rum drink. All breakfast items were Over Delicious! Great breakfast options and we definitely enjoyed our food. Both Johanney and Philip were extremely wonderful and enjoyed their service. They kept checking in on us frequently and were fun with conversation. Very roomy inside and they use their dining area. Well, plus they have a few seats outside which we would look as an option for another visit. Definitely will want to visit this place again. Highly recommend!! read more

We are on a quest for the best breakfast spot in the Venice, Nokomis, Osprey, Vamo, Sarasota area. Using Eggs Benedict w/ham/Canadian bacon and Eggs Benedict Florentine as a reference item. The assorted extra and side for well rounded review. Toasted Mango is our 6th restaurant (my wife.has tagged about 14. ...... and the executive summary here is a 3rd place in a stack rank scale so far. On their own merit a 4 out of 5 on my bell curve Yelp-meter.... so not too shabby. Actually got a parking spot and this looks to be challenging, so be prepared. Seated in the packed restaurant immediately. Timing was magical?? Service, waters and coffee lightening fast. Zone defense wait staff.....3 different folks asked to take order. All pleasant and helpful. I ordered the Eggs Benedict w/Canadian bacon w/home fried potatoes and my spouse ordered the Eggs Benedict Flourentine w/grits. Our daughter ordered scrambled eggs w/sausage patty and home fried potatoes. We swapped with each other half of our orders. (32 years of marriage in a week ;-) ) The poached eggs were perfectly cooked! All 4 of them. The scrambled were also properly cooked, not over cooked or rushed. Very good. The home fried potatoes were a sensible portion and nicely cooked as well.....and hot when served. The Hollandaise sauce was also a good consistancy and favor. A nicely combined lemon, yokes, butter, mustard and salt. Again well done, flavorful!! not some salty runny goo.. Some suggestions. The EB Florentine had some nice fresh sauté spinach in it and a tomato medallion also nicely done. We knew by the EB w/Canadian ham that the english muffin bottoms were toasted slightly and nice. However the tomato was either so wet or so much liquid or butter or oil came onto the muffin. Or possibly the spinach was so moist, that the muffin bottoms were soaked and mushy. This might have been exaggerated in that the plate/bowl the meals were served were a bit too juicy on the bottom and it could not drain away. The Canadian bacon was just okay and tasted a little like lunch meat. Service remained strong through the meal. Water filled, bottomless coffee etc. Etc. Good spot. We will see if they stay in the top three as the competition continues..........look and taste strong!!!!!!! Find out for yourself read more

Food was great! The 3 bean and mango salad was amazing! So many GF options to swap for and I really appreciated that. The waiter knew his stuff and it was very timely. Would highly recommend going! read more

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Tasty breakfast close to many hotels in the downtown Sarasota vicinity! Loved the omelets, fresh bread, potatoes, fruit, etc. Pretty quick service, sat outside both times I've been here! I'd definitely go again! read more

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First time visit and the food was amazing. The waffle was delectable and I don't know how they did it, but everytime I have had turkey sausage, it's always dry. Theirs is actually not dry at all. Pleasant surprise for sure! read more

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Having trouble deciding what to order? We were here two days in a row (yes it's THAT GOOD) so we can give you a side-by-side match up. I'm gluten free, so I can tell you the gluten free mango coconut French toast is (far) superior to the gluten free mango coconut waffles; the gluten free waffles are good, but a bit dense. The inverse is true for the regular non-gf menu; the mango coconut waffles are (apparently--I can't actually try them) amazing fluffy goodness while the French toast is just really good. (We can't speak to the pancakes, you're on your own there.) My mom loved the regular waffles so much she wouldn't risk ordering something else for the second breakfast. Just get them. Oh, and order a side of mango butter -- it's fabulous! We were pleasantly surprised by a lack of wait on Friday morning, and a very short wait about 9:30 on Saturday. Service is fabulous -- they even remembered us from the day before! And are you gluten free? EVERYTHING on the menu is available gluten free! Everything y'all. Highly recommend! read more

Such a nice find close to our hotel in downtown Sarasota. Staff were very attentive! Delicious toasted mango French toast! Great for families! read more

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An excellent visit My visit today for breakfast was as good or better than my last 5 star review. I arrived a little before they opened at 7:30, I'll fix the time on Yelp, and there were already a few people waiting to get in. A person who was happy to see us let us in and I grabbed a 4 top. I already knew what I wanted, their homemade Corned Beef Hash and Eggs. They still offer to include mushrooms, onions, and green pepper pieces, which I got. Although they also still offer their popular potato cake with applesauce, I opted for their home fries. The food was excellent. In my last review I thought they went a little light with the corned beef, this time it seemed fine. Very tasty. The potatoes were good, but think I will be back to the potato cake. Nice place, bright yellow and green colors. The music was classic upbeat stuff like Chicago's Make Me Smile, Takin' Care of Business by Backman-Turner Overdrive, and I'll Take You There by the Staple Singers (thank you Shazam). They have a few tables outside as well as several tables inside, and by the time I left it was practically full. Busy places are often good places, and this was definitely a very good place. read more

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Tucked away in a little strip mall, we were able to take a quick walk over from our beach accommodations for a quick breakfast. We arrived around 9:30am on a Tuesday and they were busy, but we were seated quickly. Incredibly friendly and responsive staff We tried the jalapeño bacon, mango waffle and a make your own omelet. All three were fantastic. The mango waffle was piled high with fresh mango, coconut, and the creamiest whipped cream. Our only regret is that we were not hungrier, as we wanted to try more! read more

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Fast, friendly service with large breakfast portions. The omelette with shrimp & crab was so tasty & not a common combo you see, also served up with fresh fruit & toast. Some really interesting entrees offered up making it not just your typical breakfast joint. read more

Always a great place for breakfast Great staff and excellent food & presentation Known the owners for over 2O yrs B&B read more

This is a MUST stop if you find yourself in the Sarasota area. Seriously-- we grab breakfast here every single time we're visiting. Fair warning: the place gets packed early, and stays busy all morning long. The parking situation is tight. You may have to circle around a few times, but it's totally worth the wait. You can expect fast & friendly service once inside. There's bar seating, plus indoor, and outdoor tables. (The servers actually share their tables which adds to the loveliness of this local spot). As for the food: You honestly can't go wrong with anything on the menu, as far as I can tell. But the pièce de résistance is their breakfast banana split. To die for! I also stand behind their homemade corned beef hash. The coffee is standard, but it's hot and they keep your mug full! read more

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Love my Sarasota visits. A popular spit for locals and visitors. Love the Gulf Omelette, suggest getting them to sprinkle Old Bay seasoning to enhance the crab and shrimp that is abundant in your eggs. Wow. I really like the hospitality displayed on every visit. Take a walk to the downtown shops afterwards to get those steps in. read more

We were up in Sarasota for a bike trip. And wanted to stop at a local restaurant. The food here was some average some bad. But what makes me give it less stars was the service. Our 2 waitress were so rude so our group and kept being really pushy and giving us attitude. We were all being nice and understanding since of course so many people. But that's no reason to treat customers bad. We were so excited about the food and to be honest 3 out of 10. read more

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PERFECT breakfast/lunch spot in Sarasota! Amazing service, atmosphere, prices and variety of dishes. Highly recommend the Mango Waffle! This place is hoppin' so make sure to call ahead and ask for wait time if you're in a hurry. Minimal room for big parties so keep that in mind! read more

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Just finished eating a roasted turkey mango wrap. Delicious! All the ingredients were fresh n flavorful. I worry with Turkey wraps whether or they will be dry and need dipping sauce...this one needs nothing. Just perfect. I also got the fruit on the side and they let you pick the fruit. Since I was getting it to go...it came in a large cup/soup container filled to the brim. Haven't eaten them yet as the wrap was filling...but it's going to be nice to have later. Staff was friendly and my order was created quickly. Since it is so close to my hotel (and unfortunately my hotels' food is not great) I will probably go there again. read more

Restaurant was right next door to our hotel so figured we'd pop in for breakfast. Loved the diner feel and the cute tropical decor. Had to try their award winning mango waffle with mango butter and husband ordered the breakfast sandwich. So, not impressed with the sandwich at all but do not sleep on the waffle. It's award winning for a reason!!! Make sure you get it with the mango butter! read more

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Delicious!! Got there around noon on a Saturday and the place was packed. Great sign! We waited less than 10 minutes before we were seated. I got the gazpacho soup and the homemade corn beef hash. My son got the Soup of the Day - corned beef vegetable and some type of omelette loaded with fresh stuff. Everything was amazing. The gazpacho was sooooo good and had just enough kick to make it interesting. The corned beef hash was also delectable. My son cleared both his bowl and plate. The waitstaff were pleasant and knowledgeable - everything was served with a smile despite how busy they were. This place is an absolute gem! Right on Tamini across from the Vanwezel. Blink and you'll miss it. Make a point of going! You will not be disappointed ... read more

It's just ok, We were seated outside, given water, then were forgotten. We had to go inside and remind them we were there. I ordered the hash, which I was excited about, but it left me wishing I had ordered something else. It was lacking flavor, and stingy on the extras like mushrooms. Overall, a disappointment, but my husband seemed to enjoy his sandwich, so we split the stars. Probably won't go back, even with all the gluten free options. :( read more

There's nothing toasted about the mangos here. Canned maybe. Sadly there is nothing unique or exceptional about the food here. Quality of food used is pretty low end. Bacon is thin, eggs are watery, breads are basic, so is the coffee and juices. It's like a locally owned Denny's. I wouldn't recommend. read more