The food is small portions and very mild, but comes out hot and fast. Great for families or date night. Parking is a little bit of a pain in the butt, but service is polite. They have great drinks and the exclusive Paella is great. Come, give it a go and bring a friend or significant other. You won't be disappointed. read more

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Was a very busy night downtown. Parked on the 5th level of the State Street parking ramp and the elevator was out of order! Not the best start. We ordered the watermelon salad and the Queso de Cabra. Both were very good. We then ordered the lamb skewers, the beef cheeks, shrimp and the potatoes. Everything was good except for the shrimp. We had the Flan for dessert which was great. The restaurant is very noisy so I would suggest getting an outdoor table. Our server was terrific with great service and suggestions. The restaurant has an upstairs, downstairs, bar and outdoor seating. We also enjoyed the Sangria. Our friend ordered a gin and tonic and a glass of white wine. He complained to the server how small the glasses were. Our bill for four of us was $260 which is way too high for the size of the portions. read more

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Interesting food - quite unique Service slight. Nice place. Very pricey. Will not go again. Too bad. read more

Best has a great atmosphere for relaxed but sophisticated dining whether alone or with a bigger group. They have both indoor and outdoor seating and space at the bar too. The menu reflects traditional Spanish cuisine and is best experienced through ordering a series of "small plates". They have a large selection including meat, seafood and vegetables. The my favorite dishes were the octopus and the seafood paella. The anchovies were also a decent appetizer to try. Service was excellent and very attentive. Prices are definitely on the higher end. Granted I ordered a bunch of different things to try, but was almost $150 out of the door for just me. read more

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Perfect spot for a double date night! We came here recently for dinner with my wife and another couple, and it was a fantastic evening. The atmosphere is vibrant and lively, making it a great place to kick off a fun night out. The food was delicious, but the absolute standout for me was the croquettes. They are a must order appetizer if you go. The location is also excellent. Since it is right in downtown, we were able to easily walk to The Alchemy Bar nearby for a nightcap to finish off the evening. If you are looking for a fun, energetic dinner spot with great food and walkability, this is the place. Highly recommend! read more

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Exceeded all expectations. Best restaurant I've eaten at in Sarasota and reasonably priced. Amazing flavors and beautiful presentation. Great service. Will be back often read more

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Came here while visiting some friends and had the best experience! A party of 6 of us sat at the bar and had great service! The drinks are amazing and came in the funnest glassware. We ordered a slew of different tapas and small plates. They were the perfect size for each of us to have a bite or two. The ambiance was super cute and perfect for a light night bite. Can't wait to visit again! read more

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I came here with my sister in law for a dinner out -- she and my parents had recommended it as a top spot in Sarasota. The Spanish food was good. The standout was the beef cheeks - on par with what I had at a pinxos bar in San Sebastián (basque country) Most of the other dishes were very good as well. I liked the croquetas and pan con tomate. I did not really care for the fried artichoke and felt the Spanish tortilla was a bit underwhelming compared to the options I get in Chicago. Overall it was a great meal -- we also ordered a ton and the bill was still reasonable. read more

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Such a cute and intimate spot, perfect for a date night or catching up over good food and drinks. I had the Queso de Cabra, which was so fresh and flavorful, definitely a standout. The Picanha was cooked beautifully, super tender, and full of flavor. The kind of steak that doesn't need anything extra. The cocktails were light, refreshing, and paired perfectly with the meal. Nothing too overpowering, just clean, well-balanced sips. Overall, loved the vibe and the food. Sat at the bar and the bartender was amazing. Very personable and recoded most of the dishes we ordered. Would absolutely go back! read more

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Beso in downtown Sarasota is for those who appreciate tapas. The menu offers a wide variety of options, so no matter what you're craving, you'll find something that hits the spot. The atmosphere feels both stylish and comfortable, anchored by a beautiful bar for enjoying one of their many specialty cocktails. The staff is knowledgeable, attentive, and happy to guide you through the menu if you're unsure what to order. If you're looking for an upscale tapas experience in the heart of downtown Sarasota, Beso should be on your list. read more

Came here with another couple and we thoroughly enjoyed our dinner. We ordered a total of 10 dishes that included the flan and cheesecake. I enjoyed both desserts. The boss didn't like the consistency of the cheesecake because it was not smooth. The best dish I enjoyed was the grilled cheese. That may sound silly, but the manchego was melted perfectly on a buttery toasted bread. The lamb skewers with couscous was delectible. The couscous was so fluffy and yummy. The shrimp with garlic was also flavorful and cooked perfectly. The service was excellent. Dishes were brought out in a good rate where we were able to enjoy one or two dishes at a time The place has a modern and clean vibe. If you go, I would recommend going with another couple. That way to can order more dishes and get a good variety of food. read more

We had one night in Sarasota, FL and decided to walk to Beso from our hotel. We tried the palomas and I thought mine was a bit too sweet, so I switched it out for a Boal Albarino. The boquerones white anchovies were good, and I think the pate' de higados (chicken liver mousse) was my favorite. The sobrassada was also quite good. For vegetables, we tried the patatas braves (fried potatoes, paprika aioli, chili flakes) and for cranes, the albondigas (pork and chorizo meatball, tomato). It all went well with a Petalos Mencia red wine. Our servers were friendly and helpful. The restaurant was not full and the bar had only a few parties, including us. read more

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I came to this restaurant while visiting Sarasota because someone recommended it to me before, honestly it did not disappoint. First, the service was great our waiter was a very nice guy from Spain, He helped us and recommended the best things from the menu. We started with drinks sangria and a mezcal cocktail called La Madrileña (If you like mezcal, that drink is amazing) The sangria was not too sweet, but still very good. Both drinks were really nice. For tapas, we got the patatas bravas, croquetas, and chorizo Everything was delicious. For the main dish, we tried the special paella of the month It was a mix of Mexican and Spanish flavors with birria meat. I didn't expect that combo, but it was very good! The place is modern and elegant with nice music and very clean I really liked it and I want to come back to try more. Totally recommend it! read more

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A group of us (20) went to Beso on a Monday evening for a sampling of their dishes in their private dining area. Service was very good and more importantly, they told us each tapas ie. Pa Am Oli(bread, tomato,garlic, machete and jamon (4of5); queso de Cabra (roasted cherry tomatoes, garlic and warm goat cheese (6 out of 5); Alcachfss frites (artichoke, lemon aioli, crispy jamon) (4 of5); Patatas Braves (fried potatoes, paprika aioli, chili flakes ( 6 of5); Pulpo (Octopus, paprika, saffron potato ( 4 5 of5); Carillada de Ternera (braised beef cheek, PX sherry,saffron potato) 5 of 5; grilled steak, red chimichurri, mojo verde 5 of 5; finally traditional paella and a vegetarian paella (5 of5). Pitchers of sangria accompanied our meals and the piece de resistance the flan(must order) for dessert. A notable dining experience that must be repeated in this upscale restaurant. I could not take pictures, but each dish was nicely presented as well. Plenty of parking in nearby garages for a couple of dollars if you don't want street parking. read more

Beso - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

Absolutely delicious Spanish restaurant in downtown Sarasota! Every single dish was outstanding. We loved the artichokes so much and the paella. Their pricing is expensive but the food is high quality and the vibes of the restaurant are great. We will be back soon! read more

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Southern Basque tapas and Catalan paella joint with good food and good value. ++. Ambiance is eDgy, moody and Fun. It's definitely different than other SRQ restos. A mid-size restaurant with a good bar presence on the main floor. Across from it, tables are by their side windows. Additional tables are on the second floor... loft style overlooking the main floor. ++. Food is their (State Street?) take on Spanish tapas. Their dishes were heavier on sauces than other tapas bars I've tried. We didn't try their paella as no one can beat my mother's ;). Everything was well executed and tastelicious! These are what we tried. * Alcachofas Fritas - great light texture * Albondigas - satisfying * Patatas bravas - Phenomenal!! * Calamari - Good * Picanha - perfect temp & delicious! * Gambas ajilo - veggie heavy * Basque cheesecake - tart and creamy Our faves were patatas bravas with amazing paprika aioli sauce, Basque (La Vina) cheesecake, picanha with red and green sauces and alcachofas fritas for interesting presentation and texture. Their gambas ajillo was sautéed and had more veggies, which I appreciated but the balance could've been better. The meatball lover among us, really enjoyed more complex flavors in abondigas. The calamari was typical and def American and bar friendly. I so wish black ink sautéed version was served here. Although not strictly authentic, food here, is a refreshing interpretation and is delicious! Beso def adds an enchantment to SRQ dining and cocktail scene. +++. Price is reasonable and very good value for quality. ++. Service was prompt and attentive. Our server Matt was informative and his recommendations were on point. +. Parking is street or paid public lot. MY RATINGS - - - Inhumane - - Disgusted - Don't bother = Missed the Mark + Good ++ Better +++ EDIBLE... WHERE have you been all my LiFe! read more

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This is one of the best Spanish restaurants I've eaten at in the States. We came here for dinner with family recently and everything was delicious. I loved the paella, the tortilla espanola, and several other dishes. read more

Such a great find in Sarasota! Spanish tapas like I was back in Barcelona. The pan con tomate was just like in Spain. Perfect crunch on the grilled bread with that wonderful fresh tomato, olive oil and salty topping. So good. Next was the anchovies. Tender and tasty with a little crunch from the fresh made chips after. Then the artichokes. Surprisingly crunchy, close to too crunchy but mixed with the flavors on the plate was delish and sopped up every drop. The octopus was the star for me. Cooked so perfectly and tender, so tender. I didn't want that dish to end. I ate at the bar and wish I remembered the bartenders name. Made one of the best boulevardier I think I've had and then made a mezcal Negroni that was a perfect finish. Look forward to coming back and trying more on the menu. read more

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We were in the area because we were visiting the Ringling museum for my cousin's birthday! We just look up in Yelp and this restaurant immediately comes up, and as usual Yelp was right showing us this, we came in around 4pm I think is the time they open, the vibe was nice and the place was very nice and tidy, as soon as you walked in, you can see they put an effort on the decor and theme of the restaurant, just in awe! We were sat down and we ordered a couple tapas and appetizers to share within the table, the octopus was one of the best one I've ever had, it was so well prepared and seasoned and the pair with the potatoes that comes with it is just superb, I also liked a lot the pa amb oil and the sardines portugués, they are very good starters! I did not drink this time, but my friends ordered a sangria pitcher, and they were talking about it so I had to try a little bit and it was great, very well balanced, not to strong but at the same time you can really feel the wine. After that, we moved on to the main entrees, we order the mariscos paella, they advised you since the beginning that the paella usually takes more than half hour to cook, so we ordered as soon as we were ordering the drinks, then we the paella came, it was so worth the way, I think I can say it was one of the best paellas I've ever had in a really long time, it was just so great, we share our between 3 ppl so it was a very generous size. We are coming back for sure if we are in the area, one of the best restaurants ever for sure. Service was also outstanding, Allora was great, and gave us the best recommendations, being on top of everything the whole time, she was so good at making our experience even better. Hands down to this restaurant! You guys are doing amazing! read more

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We visited this restaurant 2 times over the past weekend. I have to say I was surprisingly pleased, not knowing what to expect from a tapa restaurant. The hostess was pleasant and welcoming. We ordered cocktails and the bar tender was an attentive gentleman and the drinks were tasty. I had no complaints about our waitress she was very nice and helpful. On our second night we went back and ordered many tapas. Artichokes, steak, anchovies, trout, croquettes, and churros. The artichokes, steak, and anchovies were at the top of my list. The trout was unique and interesting, the croquettes came in second. The churros were a little heavy tasting for my taste buds but the coco sauce with the churros was great! Overall I'm looking forward to going back to try some of their other interesting menu options. Food 8.5 Atmosphere 9.0 Service 9.0 read more

Excellent food and service. Beatiful surroundings. Potatoes are addicting! Highly recommend!

Matt, Walter and Mateo attended to us with much enthusiasm and warm smiles. It was our first visit to Beso in Sarasota and it will not be our last. The entire experience from the Sangria Classico, Paella Marisco and Flan enveloped us in deliciousness! ¡Buen provecho! read more

I made a reservation for an important business meeting for 4. While the food was very good as it always has been in the past the service was extremely slow and the waitress was non responsive to our table for long stretches of time. We ordered around a dozen different tapas off of the menu along with drinks. We were there for almost three hours and paid the bill. Within a couple of hours two of my table were violently ill and had food poisoning the next day. Both of the parties ate the octopus. I called the restaurant to let them know and never heard back from them. My company uses this restaurant many times and this could be the last time. I was disappointed that no one called me back after I spoke to the manager. read more

Food- Great. Customer service- TERRIBLE Long story short - We dined at Beso 3 times - Friends gave us a gift card in March of 2025 knowing we liked this restaurant. We spent May thru October visiting family up north - Made a res at Beso in November - Used the gift card - they declined it saying it was used in July. - We were in Pennsylvania in July - They noted the card used for the full amount, but they apparently did not ask the user for the card nor did they keep the card? - We had our card. We had to pay for our meal - they researched it but still still wouldn't honor the gift card - the CS person offered us a free paella. Thats it! Perhaps a glitch with the gift card company or a hacked card number? Not sure. They should have honored it as gift cards are a service THEY offered and should take responsibility for. In my opinion, even with excellent food, a lack of integrity will keep me from ever returning. Was it worth losing a repeat customer over a $100 gift card? Apparently so. Bad business decision! read more

The food, the service, the music / sound system... Everything is on point. Enjoy your lovely night out at Beso.

The ambience were nice, the service was ok, but the food was terrible out of 5 tapas that we ordered only one of them was ok... the chicken terrible, the calamari horrible the eggplant wasn't that bad... the picagnna was ok, but my husband is an expert on meat, and for him it was the worst, it did not taste like meat! A place to go once only!!! I won't recommend to any one!!! Another thing the amount for the price too much!!! read more

Choosing this place for my birthday lunch was a great decision, I love Spanish tapas and this place offers you the best variety of tapas and delicious Spanish dishes. We tried the delicious paella and the tapas all with an incredible flavor. The service made me feel very well taken care of and they even gave me a drink for my birthday, the sophisticated, beautiful and pleasant atmosphere to eat with friends or a romantic date. read more

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Enjoyable dinner in a modern setting with floor to ceiling windows, and a spacious bar. Drinks were ok, sangria classico was on the dry side but I liked that it wasn't too sweet or overly carbonated. Bread with tomato, manchego, and ham was fantastic, if not particularly authentic. Same goes for the patatas bravas, which came tossed in a creamy chipotle-esque aioli. Several of the tapas dishes had common elements, I would have preferred more differentiation just for variety's sake. For example, beef cheek and pulpo (octopus) were both served on potato puree. Pulpo and trucha (trout) both had the same smoky flavor - though they were both delicious. The trout was cooked perfectly, flaky, and with crispy skin, served with a white bean sauce that complemented it perfectly. Croquetas were crunchy on the outside, creamy inside, but I struggled to identify the ham inside. Anchovies were yummy and beautifully presented, complemented by a bit of citrus and green olives, but I wasn't a fan of the potato chips that accompanied them. Overall, we're glad we tried this place and we were happy with our meal. However it's not necessarily a spot we'd visit every time we come to Sarasota, like we do with our other favorite restaurants. read more

Visited Beso on a rainy Tuesday night. The place has a very intimate setting and the few amount of customers emphasized it more. We were greeted quickly by a very nice host which took us immediately to our table. The server was very attentive at all times and seemed very knowledgeable about the menu. We started the meal with a charcuterie board which was delicious. We were very excited for the paella and the wait was worth it. All of the seafood was very fresh and well seasoned. Finished the meal with a delicious cheesecake. Would love to come back try more of their tapa style dishes. read more

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Everything was 10/10!!! My boyfriend took me here for my birthday dinner. The food, service, drinks everything was amazing!! We ordered the pick 4 charcuterie with recommendations from our server. Then we ordered 3 tapas & we were so full by the end. Can't remember the names of the drinks we had but I ordered a sangria Classico as my 2nd drink & it was perfect. We can't wait to come back! read more

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Had a great meal- food was all delicious! Been coming to dinner in Sarasota for years and never noticed this place before. We had 8-9 different things and dessert too. Check it out!! read more

We came here with a large group for dinner on a recent vacation and were very pleased. For larger groups (we had 11) they apparently have a pre-set menu to taste through a bunch of their more popular options. Everything was incredibly good. They brought out various waves of tapas and then ended with plenty of paella to share around the table. Sangria was spot on as well. Service was great and friendly and all of the food was absolutely delicious. Recommended!! read more

This place has a cool vibe. The wait staff has been knowledgeable on the menu & offer recommendations which I appreciate. I was in town for a week & I ate here twice. I forget the name of it but the olive oil, tomato, garlic & goat cheese dish served with bread is a must order. Loved it read more

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The grilled cheese was just kind of ok. The patatas bravas and picanha steak were good, but I wouldn't say they were a class above the rest of the tapas places out there. read more

I had such a nice time at Beso. We had the watermelon salad, croquettes, lamb, octopus and the artichokes. The Yelpers are right and the artichokes were amazing. The sangria was good, and not too sweet. Service was good. In true tapas style, the dishes come out of the kitchen as they are ready. I like this, because you pace your meal if you don't want to order everything at once and everything is served at the proper temperature. It's super trendy and cute in here, but we were there early enough that my senior citizen parents felt comfortable. I'd return when I'm in Sarasota again. read more

Probably will return. Two floors - both have bathrooms. High ceiling toward front of the restaurant. Clean industrial decor. Good service with very good foods. Love their cute glassware - short, fat and round. One server brought our food as I was taking a picture. He apologized... shouldn't I the one to apologize? I did. Then wondered why am I always taking pictures ... oh right, for self consumption - my pictorial diary. Wine - although both reds are good but Garnacha is definitely better than Triton: smoother and fuller. We've: Fried artichoke - most appetizing and delicious Calamari - good Beef cheek, slow braised - very good All is good and just when we're thinking to have another round of wines and one more plate, I bit on a hard piece, that looks like plastic. When the bill came I asked our server who said, "which one it's from?" "Either the beef or calamari." "It maybe the skin of the onion, but I'll ask the manager." When he returned for signature, he said nothing. So was it onion skin or plastic? ... after dinner, we went to the opera house for Carmen, which was a smooth sail. read more

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Came here for lunch on a Sunday and I give Beso a 10/10!! It's a tapa spot. Everything I ordered was so good. I wish they could open a restaurant in Tampa lol. From the ambiance, server, and food, everything was phenomenal! Even though I loved all the dishes I ordered, the two that stood out to me were Carrillada de Ternera (braised beef cheek) which was so tender, and the Faln for dessert which was a mix of flan and creme brulee. SO GOOD! Can't wait to come back and try other dishes on the menu. What I ordered: - Mixed Olives - Mariscos Paella: Shrimp, clam, squid, chorizo, chicken - Carrillada de Ternera: braised beef cheek, PX sherry, saffron potato (MUST GET!!) - Pulpo: Octopus, paprika vinaigrette, saffron potato - Flan (MUST GET) read more

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Pleasing atmosphere a great appetizer & salad followed by very disappointing paella. Shrimp was so over cooked meat stuck to shell when we tried to peel and we were left with a mushy inside. Most of it went into shell discard bowl. We saw a lot of fabulous looking dishes coming out. read more

A quick update. Went back with a close friend after a day of wandering about Sarasota..... farmers market, then craft fair, then bay front for a stroll. "Jesse" was fantastic and a top notch wait staff!! Way above average. We were pretty hungry. Got an artichoke tapas, octopus tapas, beef cheek tapas, and the roasted watermelon tapas each split 3 ways. Wonderful, tasty and exciting. (not part of the review.... the curved back chairs are horrible for lower back and extended sitting, the one booth I tried was also uncomfortable and too straight backed. Look great, not supportive or comfortable.) read more

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Great experience. Went with a party of 7 Spacious restaurant. Staff was very attentive and took the time to explain all the dishes on the menu. Tapas was excellent. Top 3 dishes Fried artichokes- fried perfectly Grilled steak- cooked medium rare Croquetas- I was pleasantly suprised on how good they were. The filling was good lightly fried on the outside. Charcuterie board- you can't go wrong. Great for sharing The paella was so so. I would skip and try other tapas instead. If you do plan to try let the staff know ahead of time as it takes 30 min to cook. Price is reasonable read more

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