The food here is first and foremost FRESH and solidly reliable…read more I have come breakfast, lunch and dinner with my family (young and old) and have never been disappointed. There is something for everyone and the flavors and dishes are delicious. I am sorry grateful for a restaurant that prioritizes healthy and fresh options that are also tasty. There is no comparison in UTC!

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!

This place has good healthy food. The service is always fast and friendly. If you happened to see…read morea moderately long line, don't worry, as it tends to move very fast. They do a good job keeping the line moving!! Plenty of indoor seating and nice outdoor patio seating with plants. I believe everything is gluten-free as well. I particularly like the kale Caesar salad which is delicious. I have no idea why other places don't offer this dish. It's very flavorful and not bitter at all. They also offer a selection of homemade sauces which varies from time to time.

I came here with my boyfriend and his mother and we were looking for something healthy and…read moredelicious and looked at food in the area and this one immediately caught my eye! It is in a very busy shopping center but you can find parking all around. When you enter inside the establishment you are greeted immediately by staff and it was certainly bustling. They are very patient when you are deciding on what you want and even explained the flavors for each entree. It was very easy to order. Lots of seating inside and outside and once we found a seat it was quite clean. The food itself was portioned perfectly and the flavors were very prominent. I ordered sweet potato noodles, rice, bbq chicken and sweet potatoes and topped it with green sauce. Everything was delicious that I almost licked my plate clean. I don't live in the area but next time I come to visit my mother in law I'll be sure to come by again.

I wanted to try something different so I found this place and I'm glad I did. The food was amazing…read morefresh fast and friendly service. I would definitely be back.! never had Mediterranean before, but definitely will have it again!

This place is so tasty. We came in for schwarma bowls and got the same type which was chicken and…read morebeef. With that we had two sides. I loved my cheese sticks and baba ganoosh. Our orders were so tasty. Everyone was super friendly. This was a great lunch and a first but not a last for us!! Definitely a great choice!

We arrived on a very busy night. Didn't realize they had just opened…read more Everything was delicious. Drinks were yummy. Food was hot and unique. Great new addition to a strip mall with great atmosphere. Would definitely return!

Stopped in on Sunday around lunchtime and sat at the bar. The bartender/server was very attentive…read moreand friendly. The main distraction was who I suppose was the owner set up at the end of the bar doing his work on his computer and arguing on the phone with someone loudly. What should have been a relaxing afternoon meal was a little stressful having to hear the loud call. Go in the back or do that at home. The food however was great. The tamales were delicious and the tacos were very good. With the beef tacos being my favorite. Will be back and look forward to trying more of the dishes.

The food, service, and decor was exceptional. The Tokyo…read moreblaze was sooo good. Would come again

This is the BEST ramen place in Sarasota. I have been coming here the past 3 years and every time,…read morethe food is amazing. I really like the veggie shoyu ramen and the salmon lover sushi roll.

We sat at bar, and the drinks were fantastic. Great interior,…read more Great atmosphere vibe.. and the sushi was some of the Best I've had in Sarasota. Enjoyed the upscale environment and The hip background music along with impeccable service .

From Our Favorite Weekly Date Night to a Restaurant We Won't Be Returning To…read more For the past three months, my wife and I have made Zoto our Thursday night tradition. Every single Thursday, without missing a week, we've chosen this restaurant for our date night. We typically spend $150-$200 per visit, sometimes even coming twice in the same week. Unfortunately, what was once a place we genuinely enjoyed has become an increasingly disappointing experience. Over the past month, the quality of service has deteriorated to an unacceptable level. Waiting 30 minutes for a simple drink has become frustratingly common. What makes it worse isn't just the wait--it's the complete lack of acknowledgment. No apology, no explanation, not even a basic courtesy to let us know what's happening. And this is happening even when the restaurant is nowhere near full. The cleanliness and overall atmosphere are equally concerning. The countertops near the high-chair seating area are visibly dusty, which is disappointing for a restaurant positioning itself as an upscale dining destination. Adding to the unwelcoming atmosphere is a chef who regularly works in full view of guests with an unpleasant, seemingly irritated expression. While I don't expect anyone to smile constantly, I do expect a restaurant to create an environment where guests feel welcome rather than uncomfortable. The most disappointing part is that we genuinely wanted to keep coming back. We weren't occasional visitors who happened to have one bad experience. We were loyal, weekly customers who consistently chose Zoto over countless other dining options in Sarasota. That loyalty, however, seems to mean very little. At $150-$200 per visit, I don't believe it's unreasonable to expect attentive service, basic cleanliness, and a welcoming atmosphere. Price alone doesn't make a restaurant upscale. Hospitality, consistency, and attention to detail do. After giving Zoto multiple chances over the past several weeks, we've finally decided to take our Thursday date nights elsewhere--somewhere our business feels appreciated and the food and service justify the price. A beautiful restaurant can attract customers once. Only exceptional hospitality makes them want to return. Unfortunately, Zoto seems to have forgotten that. What a shame to see a place we once loved become somewhere we no longer look forward to visiting.

Excellent service! The lady who served our table was super friendly! Pizza was great!…read moreChicken/pasta entree was great! Atmosphere very nice!

We were in for Father's Day with family and witnessed behavior that was very disappointing. Between…read moreapproximately 4:30 and 5:30 p.m., a group of young adults repeatedly went in and out of the restaurant and appeared to be taking shots from a drink dispenser/cooler outsid a truck facing Main Street. What was especially concerning was that two female employees, identifiable by their Peecocco's tank tops, joined the group outside and appeared to participate while on duty and in full view of customers and families. We also observed bartenders interacting with the group and going back and forth between the restaurant and the gathering outside. As a customer, it raised concerns about professionalism and management oversight. Where was management during all of this? The food itself was fine--nothing extraordinary, but my kids enjoy the pizza. Unfortunately, after witnessing this behavior from staff, I no longer feel comfortable patronizing this location. It was disappointing and not the type of environment I expect when dining with my family.

Sophie's is Sarasota's best secret nestled inside Saks. The staff is amazing and the food has never…read morelet us down. It is like sitting inside Hudson's from my Michigan days. I am also thankful that they are NOT closing!!!!

My husband and I recently had the pleasure if dining at Sophie's, in Saks Fifth Avenue in Sarasota…read more What an amazing experience. The decor both inside and outside so chic. We had Matty as our waitress. She was spot on with top notch service and a wonderful personality. We started with a bread basket of assorted toppings, delicious. He had the Tai chicken. Well prepared and perfect with seasoning. I had on of the best burger ever. Cooked and seasoned perfectly at medium rare with tasty fries. The manager checked on us several times, a nice touch you don't see anymore. If you happen to be in the area at the mall, I highly recommend this restaurant. You will not be disappointed. We will be back.

Amazing food and personalized service! The Noodle Soup, Veggie Medley with Chicken, and Pad See Ew…read morewith Chicken was amazing! Always a great place to eat in Lakewood Ranch! Cant wait to eat there again!

Best Thai food I've had! The Chirashi bowl was also amazing! It was so good that we drove 30…read moreminutes to come back the next day for lunch. Got two rolls and another Chirashi bowl! AMAZING AGAIN! Service was top notch. Our waters stayed full both visits and we were always made to feel like part of their family. The place was quiet and the music was just right! We will definitely come back when we are in town again!

FRESH! HOT! DELICIOUS! Our usual pattern is take-out for an…read moreoriental meal, but this place is an exception. It's in a shopping plaza which has a few favorite stores, so Rice Bowl becomes a sit-down lunch destination for us. I love the various noodle bowl dishes, while my wife prefers to select from the many sushi choices. Dine-in food is served with real plates and silverware, and there are always foam boxes for the abundant leftovers. The staff is friendly and very attentive, and the open kitchen allows you to watch preparation if you choose. Recommend 100%.

This place is located in a place with other fast food restaurants, and shops. Plenty of parking and…read moreevery one was considerate the parking lot. There was a bar top bar, top tables, booth, and other tables. They have a men's and women's bathroom in the back single bathroom. The staff was very communicative. I ordered Uber and I only had to wait about 10 minutes max. My food was made fresh even saw it get made.