Reviews for Meliora in Sarasota, FL
Have been lucky enough to dine at Meliora twice, once with a large party, and again with my daughter. We dined at the chef's... table on both occasions - the experience is amazing, especially when the dining room fills and the kitchen gets ramped up. Don'tlet the menu fool you - the staff is courteous, but not pretentious at all; the atmosphere is very relaxed. The dining room islight and open, with some beautiful examples of Japanese goytaku prints and gentle finishes. The attention to detail in eachplate is amazing - you can taste the passion for the diverse ingredients being employed. The small plate style is a great way tosample and share a number of the dishes with your table - "OMG try this" is frequently heard here. The bar is understatedlyelegant, and the cocktail offerings put many other local spots to shame. Highly recommended ! Read more
The best dining experience I've had in Saraota for years. Indigenous and Chef Phelps finally have competition on par. What a... lovely experience at the chef's table! Read more
An artistic, perfectly executed culinary experience from beginning to end. A Michelin experience. The preparations following in... the photos below can only be described as extraordinary. The presentation, flavor and texture in each dish communicateintuitively despite their foreign nature. Welcome to Meliora: a place where food becomes an absolute work of art. I?ve foundfew - if any - local establishments where a chef can so effortlessly communicate their passion for food and art seamlessly intoa single dining experience. The practice of doing so is a work of its own masterful craftsmanship. Read more
This is our second time dining at Meliora. We ate here 2 weeks ago. I like that it?s fresh, local food and that they change a... couple of the menu items each week. We sat near the kitchen this time and watched the staff preparing the food. Foodpresentation very impressive. Chef came out and spoke with us about how he prepares the food which was a treat for my husbandand brother-in-law who both love to cook. The drinks are also fabulous. The smoke signals drink is a definite must try alongwith the ? well actually all the drinks. It?s amazing how they can get a bubble covered drink delivered without the bubblepopping! Highly recommend Meliora?s for unique dining experience. Read more
Everything was amazing! I really enjoyed the small plates format & being able to try lots of different things on the menu. The... raw scallops dish was easily one of my favorites. I also was very impressed by the sun gold tomato sorbet for dessert. Highlyrecommend Meliora if you?re interested in an adventure. The dishes are all creative & exciting, but totally accessible. Big upsto Chef Drew & co-owner Bruce! I can?t wait to come back! Read more
What a revolutionary dining experience! Sarasota is so lucky to have Meliora. Beyond the inviting atmosphere and the opportunity... to watch your dishes being made, Meliora offers amazing food, fresh, light and something on the menu for everyone! The co-ownerBruce is such a bright and enjoyable presence, while the head chef and co-owner Drew, creates an astonishing menu with localingredients. The waiter informed us that everything we saw on the menu was made in house from the bread to the fermented items.If you happen to be in the area, stop in! If you?re not local, make the drive. It?s well worth it! Read more
Happened upon this place via Resy, and took a chance. I?m so glad we did, this place is phenomenal! The tapas style eating is... the best way to share all the foodie goodness ????. Unexpected, thoughtful and fresh are the three best words to describe them.The duck is absolutely worth every penny and then some. But truly, all the food and beverages are amazing ???? Read more
My wife and I's first visit to Meliora was one of the most enjoyable dining experiences we've had in a while! In addition to the... AMAZING food, sitting at the chef's table allowed us to have some entertaining (and educational) banter with the executive chefas well as the general manager who are also the owners. Read more