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Indigenous

239 South Links Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34236
9417064740
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Ranked #18 of 669 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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Sarasota, Florida
Senior Contributor
43 reviews 43 reviews
24 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 14, 2013 NEW

I am a local and I have been wanting to try this place since all my friends have been going on about it. I took my father there for his birthday and and we were all blown away and since one of our party is a vegetarian I was happy to see a daily special vegetarian special. I will be... More

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See 2 more reviews by Saults for Sarasota
Louisville, KY.
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29 reviews 29 reviews
22 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 5, 2013 via mobile

Wow, the cobia was the best fish I have ever had. The waiter could not have been better. This place is the best in Sarasota. You have to try the beet, goat cheese ice cream. You won't believe it! The favors the chef puts into his art is just to die for. You have got to give this place a... More

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See 7 more reviews by corvete001 for Sarasota
Portland, Maine
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 31, 2013

This is a hidden gem and I've already been twice in one week because I couldn't get enough! Perfect atmosphere and some of the very finest food in Sarasota! Shrimp dish was amazing and the burger is the best I've ever had anywhere. Can't wait to come back!!!

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See 3 more reviews by Jane G for Sarasota
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17 reviews 17 reviews
17 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 29, 2013 via mobile

I've dined at indigenous more times than I can count. I've never been dissapointed. Tougher cuts of meat, lamb shank, short ribs etc are braised to unctuous, flavorful creations. The fish dishes, which have endless variations, are prepared delicately, so each type of filet I've ever enjoyed is slightly crisped on the outside and moist and evenly cook on the... More

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See 11 more reviews by yumsrq for Sarasota
Sarasota, Florida
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8 reviews 8 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 29, 2013

The owners really try to get their ingredients locally. I have eaten there a few times. Their service and food is consistently good. I also love that they do not have an endless list of food and focus only on a few solid house special items and daily specials.

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See 5 more reviews by Lhasamama for Sarasota
Sarasota
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Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 28, 2013

I had the artic Char and it was outstanding. Very moist and flavor was excellent. Started with the wild mushroom soup. Could have had a bowl it was so good. We will be back in October

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See 4 more reviews by lbktraveler for Sarasota
Florida
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38 reviews 38 reviews
24 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2013

Reviews were good, we knew it was expensive and decided it must be worth it, so we made the reservation. My husband had the short ribs which he said did not have much flavor. I had what was described as Arctic Char (fish). This is something I had a few times when Whole Foods was selling it so I know... More

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See 5 more reviews by FloridaShells for Sarasota
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2013

On a side street in downtown area. Excellent food, great service and atmosphere. Highly recommended.

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See 2 more reviews by ivseddoc for Sarasota
New York
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71 reviews 71 reviews
23 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
40 helpful votes 40 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013

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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113 reviews 113 reviews
106 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 36 cities Reviews in 36 cities
51 helpful votes 51 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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