Taste of Asia: Third location’s a charm… Taste of Asia began serving its eclectic Asian cuisine from a small downtown Sarasota location on Main Street just more than eight years ago. Although the downtown restaurant space was small, the family owned and operated restaurant built an ardent group of loyal customers. Looking to expand, Taste […]
SRQ Reviews on March 17, 2014 Kazu’s 2.0: Where sushi meets craft beer… Touted as Sarasota’s only Japanese gastropub serving authentic sushi and craft beers, Kazu’s 2.0 certainly piqued my interest. What could one expect from a Japanese gastropub? We decided to find out. Kazu’s Sushi & Asian Bistro, the predecessor restaurant to Kazu’s 2.0, […]
New Jersey Italian…Pizza, Pasta, and more… New Jersey pizza places, especially northern Jersey locales, have a certain style which sets them apart from just about any other region of the country. If you grew up in New Jersey, or recently visited one of these establishments, you know exactly what I mean. It is uniquely New […]
Posts Tagged ‘Mediterranean’ Blu Kouzina…A Fresh Taste on St. Armands Circle With all the freshness of a Mediterranean breeze, Blu Kouzina has emerged as a new destination dining spot on St Armands Circle. The second family restaurant (the fir…
SRQ Reviews on October 12, 2015 JR’s Old Packinghouse: A “3D Dining” Experience If one were to solely judge a restaurant’s quality by outward appearance, JR’s might not be at the top of the list. However, there is far more to judging a restaurant’s quality than just the setting…and that is a good thing! Located […]
Last night, the H2O Bistro at the Hotel Indigo held its first quarterly wine dinner with the Children’s Healthy Pantry the charitable beneficiary. The casually elegant space hosted approximately 30 attendees and featured the handcrafted wines of Wente Vineyards. The 5 course/5 wine pairing showcased the breadth of the vineyards portfolio and the culinary skills […]
SRQ Reviews on February 12, 2014 Tandoor Fine Indian Cuisine: The name says it all… Originally located on Clark Road, Tandoor has been serving authentic Indian cuisine to Sarasota’s spice seekers and Indian-cuisine aficionados for more than 12 years. With a recent move to the University Town Center area, which incidentally has recently become a […]
Craft Beer, Artisan Pizza, and Craft Cocktails…A Match Made in Heaven! Opened a little more than a year ago, Oak & Stone has carved out an appealing dining and drinking niche. Not your typical pizza place, Oak & Stone is an entirely new concept which melds the best attributes from the neighborhood pub, sports bar, […]
Miguel’s Restaurant: Family owned, famously French and classically continental… Established in 1983 by Miguel Garcia, Miguel’s Restaurant is a true “Old World” European-style dining experience. The restaurant, now run by Miguel’s sons Gabriel (chef) and Daniel (manager), continues to provide a very pleasant, unique dining experience. Located in a small strip mall on Siesta Key, […]
SRQ Reviews on November 10, 2012 Come Home to Cafe Amici… Located on Main Street in downtown Sarasota, Café Amici is a longstanding fixture in Sarasota dining. With its understated presence, “Old World” style, and multi-generational family recipes, a visit to Café Amici is just like a visit to my Italian friend’s home. It is […]
SRQ Reviews on July 11, 2011 Many Venues, Many Menus Marina Jack’s projects a high profile presence on the Sarasota Bay front, but at times, may be overlooked as a dining destination by Sarasota locals. With 3 different dining venues on land and 1 on the water onboard the Marina Jack II, dining options range […]
SRQ Reviews on April 14, 2012 Interested in fine dining? How about an elegant European styled dining setting? You need not look any further than The Bijou Café. Located on First Street in the heart of the theatre district, The Bijou Café has been serving its Sarasota dining guests since 1986. This is traditional fine […]
SRQ Reviews on December 26, 2009 An authentic sushi restaurant located on upper Main Street… Upon entering Utamaro you know the emphasis is on the sushi. A small, almost non-existent waiting area, a few tables off to the left, a row of tables straight in front, and a large sushi bar comprise the room. With […]