Food ordered biscuits with butter delicious, Thai shrimp and shrimp and grits both delicious. Shrimp and grits had some heat. Chocolate cake with vanilla ice cream had pretzels crunch nice touch. Ordered sangria white sweeter than red one. Burbon smash very good. Served by Alise (? Spelling) excellent waiter. Very attentive to servicie and informative about menu. Ambiance: sat at high top table with very comfortable chairs. Relaxing setting. read more

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Stopped here for lunch with a coworker on a Thursday afternoon. We sat outside at the bar and the service was great. Both bartenders were very friendly and attentive. The location is great, right off I-75 in Sarasota and close to all the shops. There's plenty of parking which made it super easy. I loved the Tuna Bowl, but wasn't super impressed with the cheddar biscuits. I'll try something different to start next time. read more

Kitchen Social - New American Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

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After a bit of a rocky start with our reservation and some miscommunication between the hostess and our group, things quickly turned around thanks to Justin. He stepped in, handled everything professionally, and made sure our entire group was well taken care of. Our waiter, Noah, went above and beyond--double-checking every detail, making sure our orders were correct, and keeping everything running smoothly. The food came out perfectly and was absolutely delicious. Huge thank you to Justin for turning the experience around and making sure everything was amazing. Because of the service and overall experience, this is a solid 5-star rating all the way around. Highly recommend! read more

I had an excellent experience at Kitchen Social in UTC Sarasota. From the moment we walked in, the customer service stood out. Everyone from the host to our waitstaff was welcoming, attentive, and genuinely friendly. The food was just as impressive. The biscuits were savory and paired perfectly with their delicious butter. I started with a cup of lobster bisque that had a nice, comforting heat to it. For mains, everything at the table was a hit. My wife loved the shrimp and grits, and I thoroughly enjoyed the crab-crusted fish, which was perfectly flaky. The corn with pineapple added a unique and flavorful twist that really complemented the dish. To wrap it all up, the butter cake was outstanding, rich, warm, and the perfect ending to a great meal. Overall, superb service and fresh, flavorful food. Definitely recommend for brunch or dinner. This is a must try spot in UTC! read more

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Kitchen Social.. what another great addition to the UTC area! We visited for lunch on a Saturday.. I would recommend a reservation as it started to get busy around 1pm. The menu offers a great selection and everything our table ordered was fresh and full of flavor. Service was quick and very friendly. Can't wait to come back for dinner! read more

Kitchen Social - Short rib tacos - New American Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

Wow, another great addition to UTC. We stopped in for a quick lunch Saturday and the food, service and atmosphere were all top notch. With all the Saturday mall traffic and construction we were running a little late; no problem for the kind host team. Very friendly and professional staff. Drinks were very good and the shrimp and grits were very good. I loved my smash burger, the brunch hash was just OK. read more

Kitchen Social - Smash burger - New American Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

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Wow - what a great place! The atmosphere is beautiful - open, airy, & inviting! The menu prices are very reasonable for the area. We sat at the bar to take advantage of the HH. Wine & beer were $3 off & all the apps & pizza's are half off! We shared the caesar salad - this is not your ordinary salad, it was amped up with a tasty parm crumb on top, tasty dressing, & fresno's! So good! We were then given a complimentary corn nacho app which was real good! I enjoyed a well-done mushroom pizza & my husband had the fried chicken sandwich with skinny crispy fries. Service was beyond amazing. Everyone working there was helpful & pleasant. We especially enjoyed talking with Glenn. read more

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Stopped in for lunch today and learned this is a brand new location and the first outside of Ohio. The staff was huge with folks from locations in Ohio down here helping with the opening. The service was over the top great. We sat at the bar outside, which was a great ambiance and we talked to no less than 5 different employees. Wife ordered the Nashville hot shrimp & grits appetizer as a meal (it's big enough and makes a great lunch). I ordered the Creole Grouper which was great. It has perfectly cooked sweet potato, rice, crunchy cabbage, kale, and a zesty lobster cream sauce. I will definitely have it again. A great addition to UTC but I'd recommend you get reservations for dinner and the happy hour from 3-6 looks great, with half price apps and drink discounts. Thanks for a great lunch today and safe travels back to Ohio! read more

This was our second time in 6 days visiting here to eat! We have loved this place! The service, the vibes, the food-all amazing! We love the cheddar scallion biscuits. Tonight we tried the street corn nachos and they were really good! I had a burger and fries and it was really good! We've tried the chicken sausage pizza which I would say is one of my new favorites! My favorite dessert there has to be the brown sugar cake-sooo good! Tonight we sat on the patio and it was a great place to sit and talk-the weather was perfect! A great dining experience! read more

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I have frequented the Kitchen Social in Dublin, Ohio many times. And now here they are in Sarasota. I love the ambience, the staff and the food. Great menu and excellent food. Wendy and Sarah and the other staff are welcoming. read more

Review - Kitchen Social Sarasota My sister and I visited Kitchen Social Sarasota and unfortunately had a disappointing experience. We put our name in for a table for two. While waiting, we were asked if we would be willing to sit at a round table with four other guests. We politely declined. We were then asked to come look at the same table anyway, and after seeing it, we again declined as we were hoping for a private table. We had just lost our father the day before and simply wanted a quiet place to sit together, talk, and decompress. We were not in the mindset to share a table or engage socially with others, which we tried to convey politely. After continuing to wait, we were then shown to an outdoor area that was very windy and cold, which didn't feel comfortable or appropriate given the circumstances. At that point, we decided to leave. I understand restaurants can be busy and trying to accommodate guests efficiently, but a bit more sensitivity and flexibility would have gone a long way. This was a difficult day for us, and we were just looking for a quiet, comfortable space to be together. read more

Kitchen Social - New American Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

Excellent food Fabulous service - Clinton is amazing Great ambience Truly Amazing find in UTC read more

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LOVE LOVE LOVE this place. The ambiance is wonderful, outdoor dining is wonderful. The food is delicious...the servers were awesome, Noah in particular. All of the staff were so accommodating and friendly. This is my go to place now. We went there in our home state of Ohio and loved it as well...don't miss this gem. read more

Spending mother's day weekend in Sarasota/Bradenton. We decided to visit University Mall. Service at American Social was fantastic. Really cool, fun place. The food was outstanding. Highly recommend. Responsibly priced and nice portion sizes. Plenty of flavor. Traffic is horrible, getting to the area but it is definitely worth it. read more

Kitchen Social - Shrimp and grits-appetizer size. - New American Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

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Honestly was super excited to try this place, everything we ordered tasted cold. Nothing really honestly tasted good. Super disappointing

Great first visit for 3 of us last Sunday for brunch. Delicious food, excellent waitress, etc. Loved it. A week later, 6 of us l, all adults, arrived for brunch without a reservation at 11am. Restaurant was less than half full. Host and hostess explained they had too many reservations and had to seat us "outside" which, at 11AM, was in the direct sun in Sarasota which was already 85 degrees. Then, host separated us into two tables, and said they couldn't seat us together, couldn't push tables together, couldn't accommodate a large party like ours, and had no other options. Granted, they said they had a lot of reservations, but the host also said "our kitchen has chefs and they can't accommodate this many guests. So, I was confused--they couldn't give us a table for 6, or they couldn't make us food? Weird. Then, he (the host) says, "if you want bunch, you can go to Blu Kozina," which is a new Mediterranean restaurant nearby we haven't tried, and weren't hoping to try today. Idk if that's a sister restaurant or what, but sort of wild to suggest instead of returning later or trying to accommodate a party of 6 in literally any other way, including asking us to wait, for a table, which we would've, he suggested we eat elsewhere. I promise we were not rude. We don't make a fuss. We just looked at them and saw the tables they were putting menus on and said "I'm so sorry, we'll just go." At the host stand, as we're leaving, the host says, "next time call for a reservation, we don't do them online, just call," and then he says, "yeah, we just have way too many reservations today and our chefs can only make so many dishes," so we left. Spent $300 at Cheesecake Factory instead. So, heads up, apparently kitchen has sincere issues with making enough food to meet demand? Or something? And a party of 6 is unable to be seated together on a weekend at 11am without a reservation. Make sure you call for a reservation. read more

I'll start with the 5 star items. Ambiance, Service and Food were all excellent. Our server was very helpful in describing the entrees and helping us gauge the spiciness of each dish. We ordered the Chicken Katsu and Braised Short Rib Tacos which were both prepared with just the right amount of seasoning/spices. The Banana Caramel Cake was delicious. All food came out expediently and warm. Staff is also very attentive and checks on your multiple times during the meal. The couple items that dropped my rating to 4 stars. While the open air feel of the restaurant was cool, they may want to reconsider leaving their huge sliding doors open during "love bug" season. We has "indoor seats" but spent a good part of our dinner swatting the pesky little deviants away from our table. I would like to see them improve their beer menu as it is mundane. South Florida has some of the best craft breweries in the country and some of the local brewery offerings should be on the bar menu. All that said, we will be back to try a couple other entrees that were of interest. read more

Delicious, very flavorful food. The biscuit appetizer was grand, easy to split among a group of 6. Everyone loved their meals. Service was just a bit slow. read more

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We went there as a group of 9 people after spending time at the Mote. They accommodated us with a round table that made it easy to communicate. Maria our server was fantastic. We all had a spritzer of some kind. All were very good. A complimentary cheese biscuit appetizer was served. I had the Tuna Bowl (a little too spiced for my taste,but good). My husband had a crispy Chicken salad, my friend to my right split his meal with his wife, fried Cod with French fries. Omg the meal was gigunda. They both loved it, even though she brought some home. Everyone else throughly enjoyed the food and service was amazing. We will return. read more

We sat with Karen and she recommended all the dishes. Top marks! Will 100% be back here soon! read more

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The restaurant was very nice and welcoming with a very large bar area as well. Although the service was good, the food was the shining element. Everything we had from appetizers through the meal was excellent. Specially notable were the honey biscuits and the whipped feta appetizer. We will definitely go again and again. read more

Excellent food and value, but working out some kinks. Got off to a rough start but Edward and Italia made up for the lengthy 30 min wait past our reservation time. Darling our server was friendly and rushed our appetizers out because she could see our party was starving. The Nashville Shrimp and Cheddar grits, Thai cauliflower, crispy shrimp and roast corn nachos hit the spot and were shareable for our party. The fish & chips was light and crispy and the Thai Chicken noodle bowl and Sezuan Noodles were amazing. Blueberry lemon pies was a great way to finish off a great meal. Definitely check this place out...it's worth the wait! read more

tonight our visit number 3. food is excellent, staff is more than the best. Waited for table at the bar. again watching the tenders is mesmerizing. again staff is excellent. Bell our waiter was very professional pleasant and great. as busy as this restaurant is it was a great experience. thank you read more

Great menu and a solid Happy Hour! Very nice atmosphere and attentive, friendly staff. We will be going back for sure!

My husband and I both loved everything about this place! The vibe, the aesthetic, the food, the ambiance, all of it. And the staff was excellent, from the hostess to the wait staff, the managers, right down to the food runners. All were well-trained, friendly, and eager to please. Even the high top tables and chairs were the most comfortable we had ever sat at, and I don't like high tops at all. The tuna bowl was beautiful and very flavorful. The crispy chicken salad was excellent. The dressing was delicious, there were 4 very nice sized pieces of chicken, and it all went together deliciously. The Korean bbq cauliflower was also great. The sauce was a nice mix of slightly sweet and a little spicy. We will definitely go back! And we were very happy to learn from one of the owners that they are bringing one of their restaurants to Indianapolis and its northeast suburb, Fishers! We lived it and will be so glad to be able to go there are home and in Sarasota! read more

Kitchen Social - Menu - New American Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

The food was amazing. The service was excellent. It was bright and cheerful with lots of open doors/windows. We were placed at a large, round, high top table with a toddler. They had a tall highchair that fit the table! read more

So so good! The atmosphere, service and food was delicious! I had the chicken harvest salad, lobster bisque and their signature biscuits to start. My sisters got the breakfast tacos, short rib tacos and chicken and sweet potato hash. Everyone was so nice. We will definitely be back! read more

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Taylor the waitress fantastic food ambiance great prices really good!! Great seating inside or out!! read more

The food here is absolutely amazing! The service was even better. We had Marcelle as our server, she was so sweet and attentive. She definitely knows the menu, had amazing drink recommendations, and had a wonderful energy. The ambience is beautiful, clean and positive! I'll definitely be coming back! read more

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Food and service was amazing! Definitely going back. Had lunch with my ladies and it did not disappoint I had the salmon salad fabulous read more

Been twice so far and not disappointed. Beautifully decorated with a great vibe. Whipped feta with hot honey was light and refreshing. Cod tacos are packed with flavor and crispy rice gives them a nice texture. Pork ribeye was perfectly cooked super tender. Biscuits are to die for. Entire bar staff are very friendly attentive. César provided excellent service both times. Will try the pizza next time. read more

Awesome experience! This restaurant is a great addition to the UTC area. My team took me to lunch for my birthday and it was a great experience. From the delicious food to the atmosphere it was a great time and Im looking forward to going back. 10/10!!! read more

Food and service was fabulous. Selection variety satisfied our large group with diverse tastes. This is a new favorite for us.

Soooo good!! Enjoyed sitting outside in this beautiful restaurant. Food was outstanding along with great service! We made reservations as we heard that patrons are flocking to KS. Now we understand why. Check this place out. You won't regret it!! read more

I rarely write reviews, but this place absolutely deserves one. I've been eagerly waiting for Kitchen Social to open, and when we stopped by a couple of days early, we were initially disappointed to learn they weren't officially open yet. However, Chris, the GM, kindly invited us in for a sneak preview while they were training--and I'm so glad he did. First off, the space is beautiful--spotless, inviting, and matched perfectly by a great atmosphere. But honestly, even if it looked like a total dive, the food alone would keep me coming back again and again. We had the chance to sample a variety of starters, entrées, and desserts, and every single bite was phenomenal. Chris graciously walked us through some of their standout dishes, starting with the scratch-made cheddar scallion biscuits--absolutely incredible. We also tried the whipped feta appetizer, street corn nachos, and the Nashville shrimp and grits, which was such a fun and creative twist on a classic. For entrées, we sampled the tuna bowl, which was fresh, vibrant, and packed with flavor; the crab-crusted cod with a delicious charred corn kale salad; and a teriyaki ribeye that literally melted in my mouth. My favorite by far, though, was the crispy Thai shrimp (available as either an appetizer or entrée). I already know I'll be ordering that every single time I come back. From what we experienced, the service is shaping up to be top-notch. If Chris is any indication, this is going to be one of the best hospitality spots in Sarasota. Huge thanks to him and the team for welcoming us in and letting us try a preview--we'll absolutely be back with friends and family on opening day! read more

Great food and incredible service. The French toast on their brunch is amazing, the waiter staff and management are very attentive.

Amazing! Beautiful place with a great vibe, great food, incredible staff and good prices! Will definitely be back read more

Every aspect was excellent-service, food, atmosphere. No wait with reservation, broad kids menu, very yummy food and drinks, reasonably priced. Thanks Edward and Devin for taking such good care of us! read more

Definitely a great place. Attentive to staff.good food and drinks. Definitely make a reservation, extremely busy on Sunday.

Fantastic food! Quick, great value. Excellent service. Loved everything about it, esp the biscuits.