Three poor little northerners melting in the heat stumbled across this cafe and rejoiced! The food…read morewas all light and fresh, with good options for even the pickiest of us (grilled chicken and rice. The best egg sandwich was a bold statement, but not wrong. I wouldn't have thought soft boiled eggs would work as well as they did, but it was outstanding. Plus their signature sauce was outstanding!! The whole thing was topped off by an overdriven AC (godsend) and extremely good service (Shout out to Willy especially!). Ok, back to the sun!

First visit to Pura Vida Miami, and I was very impressed! I liked the decor and atmosphere - very…read morelight, bright, and clean. Such a pleasant space. I did sit outside because it was a perfect night weather wise, and the patio was nice too. I ordered the Spicy Tuna Bowl and it was delicious! The raw tuna was honestly some of the best I've had. All the textures and flavors in bowl worked so well together. The only note that would keep me from going back regularly is the price. The bowl was about $25. Granted, anything with sashimi is going to be on the pricey side, but I felt it was a bit expensive. Other than that, it was a lovely experience. The severs were very friendly when we placed our order at the counter, and they brought our meals to the table outside. I would recommend Pura Vida Miami as a great spot to sit and chat with a good meal!

Went for lunch on Monday and I was pleased with the all around experience…read more We ordered a poke bowl, chicken enchilada bowl, and had the unsweetened teas. The poke was spicy and fresh with no unwanted flavors, the enchiladas were really flavorful and tender with some nice crunch from the cabbage, and the unsweetened tea was on point. The service was good, meal came out relatively quick and the counter person gave good suggestions. The ambiance is very good. The restaurant is clean, and has refreshing decor. I look forward to trying some other food in the future. Food 9.0 Service 8.5 Ambiance 8.0

Delicious!! If you've never heard of it tried Flower Child I highly recommend it. This is the one…read moreand only location in FL so we are very lucky here in LWR. I'm a huge fan of fast clean healthy eating and this place is a great example. They have salads, wraps, bowls, or build your own entrees. All super fresh good quality options with many dietary restriction accommodations. We got the enchilada bowl and the chicken yakisoba noodles, along with a side of their amazing gluten free mac and cheese. Everything was fantastic! My wife also got one of their homemade lemonades. They serve alcoholic drinks as well I believe sangria and some other canned beverages. If you haven't been try it out and let me know if you love it as much as me!!

Great option Great food…read moreEverything was super tasty and don't pass on the peanut butter cookies in the fridge. Friendly staff and everything was super fresh. Love that you can sit outside too

As soon as we walked in we were really impressed with the lighting and how clean it is in here and…read morefresh was there a nice lighting and it smells lovely in here. The food menu is on the wall so it's easy. Just walk up there and pick your bowl you would like. I got the two base which is a number six menu item. You get two bases, two proteins, two veggies and one sauce. For my base I got sweet potato noodles and coconut rice excellent by the way really tasty. Plus 2 veggies I got the mushrooms and the sweet potato both really excellent. And then my proteins I got teriyaki chicken and the barbecue chicken both really good very flavorful and juicy. I also got a scoop of guacamole on it for up charge, of 2.00 and I also got the vinaigrette sauce which was included. Service was really great. Everybody was so friendly unhelpful. It's everything taste great and will definitely be back again.

Florence and the Spice Boys is one of my favorite spots when I'm looking for great food, creative…read morecocktails, and a fun atmosphere. The vibe is eclectic, bright, welcoming, and cozy. The Middle Eastern-inspired menu is absolutely delicious, and the tempura cauliflower is a must-try, it's one of my favorites. Also try the Bhel Puri. The drinks are just as impressive as the food, with unique and creative options that make happy hour especially enjoyable. I've had the pleasure of being served by Ryan both as my bartender during happy hour and as my server when I dined solo. He is knowledgeable, attentive, friendly, and genuinely makes the experience even better. Whether you need a drink recommendation or help navigating the menu, Ryan knows his stuff. If you're looking for a place with amazing food, fun cocktails, and a cool atmosphere, Florence and the Spice Boys is definitely worth checking out. And if you can, ask for Ryan, you'll be glad you did.

Dined here with the family. Our server Sarah was nothing short of wonderful! She made our…read moreexperience excellent and made sure to answer all questions we had. Timely too! The food was also exquisite. We will be back!

Lunch today was a VERY pleasant surprise. I found Al Forno on Yelp, we were interested in finding…read morea good Shwarma sandwich place in the Sarasota area (we eat them a lot in NYC), but had, we'll say, "moderate" expectations. The storefront is nothing special at all, you order from a big tablet screen and then they have standard fast-casual seating. It doesn't look fancy at all and the restroom situation is weird (you have to go outside through a back alley for the men's restroom?). The workers were nice but I was only hoping for "solid" food. Then I took my first bite of the mixed-shwarma sandwich, and it was sublime. Perfectly cooked and well seasoned tender meat, they press the pita with just the right amount of salad/pickles, so the pita is crunchy and the meat isn't overwhelmed with too much salad like so often happens. Their house fries were spiced deliciously and fried fresh (which makes us want to try the Falafel, which we also saw them frying fresh). The food was *fantastic*, making it one of those diamond-in-the-rough places that you'd never guess had such good food. We're looking forward to going back and trying more on the menu, highly recommend if you're near UTC mall.

Very medicore especially for price- not very authentic…read more averagely good chicken shawarma if you are starving. The Fattoush was NOT fattoush it bearly a lazy salad, the hummus was too tahini flavored- all around not authentic lebanese food in the slightest. Extremely expensive and small portions. thanks

I couldn't wait to try Cava for the first time because I love me a build-your-own bowls type of…read morespot. Their toppings and sauces selection is great. Standouts for me were the pickled onions, sumac slaw, and pickles. For dressings, I enjoyed the balsamic date vinaigrette and hot harissa vinaigrette. That said, service was really slow and the staff wasn't friendly at all. They moved around with zero urgency..Also, they don't automatically offer you the complimentary pita, so be sure to ask for it! The upcharge for steak or lamb is a bit steep too IMO. Overall, still a healthy and satisfying meal, just wish the service matched the food. Bring Cava to NorCal!

I flew out for Derby day to attend the 2026 Taste & Toast located at the Marriott in Palmetto,…read moreFlorida. My friend and I were on a mad hunt for a fascinator to go with her dress. Although we had no luck(I already had mine) we did hit gold by noticing a restaurant called Cava. She asked if I've ever heard of it and told me she had read good things so we tried it out. Hallelujah!!! Everybody pause for a praise clap.... When I tell you that this is Chipotle meets Mediterranean(close your eyes and imagine)Now open your eyes and know that this is 10x better than what you thought!!! Yes please, yes, yes, and some more yes!!! The line started to get crazy long and it takes a minute to get to the front to order but be patient because good things come to those wait! The servers don't rush you, offer suggestions, and answer any questions. Perfect for any dietary, super fresh, and extremely tasty. What more could you ask for other than more because it's sooo good. The inside is super clean and this location opened this year. They have bowl recipes you can choose from or you can create your own. They also offer a variety of fresh juices. The serving size will surely fill you up and I think I actually enough to share. The only problem I had is that there isn't one near me!

We had a great time here! There was live music inside and very friendly staff and patrons at the…read morebar. The food was tasty as well.

They changed the entire menu and vibe. It used to be a cute dive bar with good prices, now it…read moredoesn't have any of the bites offerings it did before that made the place special and stand out. Very unfortunate because this was our go to spot. The peculiar pub is no longer a pub it's now a tourist vibe and we have enough of those. 2 stars because the hostess and the waitress were very sweet

I was visiting on a work trip and after a three-hour drive, I desperately needed a place to sit…read moredown, unwind with a glass of wine, and enjoy a great meal. A quick Google search did not disappoint. I happened to be right across from a beautiful shopping center and spotted this stunning Greek restaurant. Mediterranean cuisine is my absolute favorite, so I was immediately excited. The only catch? I was cutting it close. They close at 9:00 PM on Thursdays, and I was just seven minutes away with about 30 minutes to spare. I decided to take my chances -- and I'm so glad I did. I sat at the bar and was warmly greeted by a very kind and welcoming bartender. I ordered two glasses of Pinot Grigio and an incredible platter with hummus, chicken skewers, olives, and sliced meats. The platter looked intimidating in the photo, but it's absolutely manageable for one person -- just be warned, the pita bread will fill you up quickly! Even though I felt a little guilty arriving close to closing and staying a bit past 9 to finish, the staff never made me feel rushed. If I hadn't felt bad about the timing, I absolutely would have ordered dessert -- and probably an espresso martini to top it off. Now I know for next time I'm back on the West Coast. The restaurant itself is beautifully designed with a classy, upscale feel -- even though I showed up looking like I had just survived a road trip (because I had). There's only so much glamour you can maintain after three hours in the car. I highly recommend coming here for dinner and then walking around the shopping area afterward. It's exactly my kind of shopping destination -- you truly have everything you could think of in one place. I just wish we had something like this closer to home.

Not a bad Greek place for Sarasota! Not perfectly consistent, so visits are hit and miss. The…read morestandard menu items are 'fine' but lack excitement. This spot does have potential for fun and exciting improvement. Indifferent service.