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Indigenous

239 South Links Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34236
9417064740
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Ranked #13 of 648 restaurants in Sarasota
Price range: $8 - $28
Cuisines: American, Seafood, Bistro, Organic
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Good for: Outdoor seating
Dining options: Reservations, Late Night
Description: Beautiful remodeled old Florida cracker cottages, with an amazing outdoor seating area.
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New York
Top Contributor
66 reviews 66 reviews
18 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
39 helpful votes 39 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013 NEW

I've just gone here to celebrate Mother's Day, and to see what the buzz is about, after reading reviews and also having heard a personal story about the chef/owner's success. So what's real, what's 'hype'? It is true, they are hard to reserve for, not because they're selective or snooty. In fact, they allow reserved time slots for dining, not... More

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See 14 more reviews by drmikenyc for Sarasota
Sarasota, Florida
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109 reviews 109 reviews
102 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 36 cities Reviews in 36 cities
46 helpful votes 46 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2013

We look for great food, great atmosphere, great service. This is our second time here. I liked it more than my wife. She did not want to return, but relented. Wish I had listened to her. The menu has changed since last time. I found the portions pretty skimpy, and the prices very high. Oh, the two out of three.... More

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See 52 more reviews by Dan B for Sarasota
Sarasota, Florida
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12 reviews 12 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2013

We went for a friends birthday-we liked the setting(we were seated outside on a lovely night), the service was attentive, and the food fresh and well prepared. I had the mushroom bisque which was delicious and the vegetarian selection-tasty. I would definitely return with friends again .

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See 4 more reviews by sarasotatraveler_11 for Sarasota
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3 restaurant reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2013 via mobile

I took a friend out for her birthday..we really enjoyed the setting (we sat outside-a lovely evening) the service was attentive and we both thought the food was very good. I had the mushroom bisque yummy and we both had the vegetarian selection I will return again

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See 3 more reviews by Leslie K for Sarasota
Sarasota, Florida
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3 reviews 3 reviews
1 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

I tried making a reservation, however they did not have the time we were looking for, so we decided to just walk in at that time to find a empty restaurant, which immediately had me wondering why we couldn't get a reservation. Anyhow, I've been told I must check out this restaurant, only to be disappointed. The food was ok.... More

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See 2 more reviews by 34618John_G for Sarasota
Sarasota, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

Having dined at Indigenous more times than i can count I thought I should finally create a profile on trip. I tell everyone I know about Indigenous....dining there is a must. Sarasota has a handful of wonderful restaurants, but this one is my first go to w/o question. And to touch on needing "tomato's or other toppings" for the burger---that... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2013 via mobile

After reading all of the reviews on tripadvisor, we decided to give this place a shot. First, for a restaurant w/ the prices and ambiance it has, you would think it would offer a women's and men's restroom. The unisex restroom floors were sticky. Also, unless you like mushrooms, sturgeon or cobia from the gulf, or pork, you are left... More

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Orlando, Florida
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2013

There is nothing wrong with this place, but it's not amazing either. After reading so many great reviews i decided to take my wife here for her birthday. The building has a great cozy feel like your eating in someone's house and we liked the atmosphere as well. We were not able sit outside due to business but were able... More

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Sarasota, Florida
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25 reviews 25 reviews
14 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 29, 2013

We went to Indigenous for our anniversary dinner, hoping for an exceptional experience. It was our first time at Indigenous. There are two separate indoor dining areas: one approached from the main entrance and one from a side entrance. We were escorted to the side entrance which is reached by passing through the comfortable-looking outdoor dining area. The side entrance... More

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See 10 more reviews by RichardLBrown for Sarasota
Sarasota, Florida
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 24, 2013

Had a wonderful time. Server was knowledgeable. One dish was modified by Chef to accommodate gluten allergy of one of our party. Every dish was outstanding.

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