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Tzeva, Sarasota, FL

Tzeva

4.6
4.6
343 Reviews
$30 and under
Mediterranean

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 13 times today
  • Innovative
  • Romantic
  • Charming
Nestled inside Sarasota, Florida’s boutique hotel, Art Ovation Hotel Autograph Collection, Tzeva features modern, shareable Mediterranean cuisine with Israeli influences from Executive Chef Ken Shiro Lumpkin.

Full of bright colors and global spices, Tzeva’s dishes are inspired by local art and seasonal ingredients with a focus on health-conscious options, including fresh vegetables, local fish, and lean meats that pair with Tzeva’s rare Mediterranean wines and exotic-tasting cocktails.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Breakfast
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (941) 413-7425 ext. 110
  • Website
    http://www.tzevasarasota.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Ken Lumpkin
  • Catering
    Our sales department works closely with our chef to provide wonderful options of varying sizes and prices for catered events, which can also include a full bar and serving staff if required.
  • Private party facilities
    At Tzeva, with terrace, and our Gallery Bar all provide a wide range of possibilities for events and are very versatile to any occasion.
  • Location
    1255 N Palm Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Area
    Sarasota
  • Cross Street
    N Palm Ave Garage, the first 2 hours are free.
  • Parking details
    Public Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Cocktails

  • Lord Byron's VerseUSD 13.00

    Kaffir Lime Leaf Gin, muddled cucumber, sage, lime, lemon

    • The Great EscapeUSD 13.00

      Oolong Tea Rye Whiskey, Metaxa, Campari, Carpano Antica sweet vermouth, bitters

      • Hera & AphroditeUSD 13.00

        Vodka, Green Chartreuse, lime, pear

        • Sacred CornersUSD 13.00

          Palo Santo Infused Reposado Tequila, passionfruit, lime, orange, rose petal

          • Roman Mai TaiUSD 13.00

            Coco Cartel, Campari, lime, orgeat, orange curacao, cinnamon

            • Midnight At the OasisUSD 13.00

              Metaxa Grande Fine, Sherry

              Beer

              • Funky Buddha Floridian WheatUSD 8.00

                • Cigar City Jal Alai IPAUSD 8.00

                  • Yuengling LagerUSD 7.00

                    • Stella PilsnerUSD 7.00

                      • Michelob Ultra Lager Dogfish Head Sea QuenchUSD 6.50

                        • Ale Session SourUSD 8.00

                          • Heineken Light | 0.0 AlcoholUSD 7.00

                            Wine

                              Sparkling

                              • Domaine St Michelle, Brut, WashingtonUSD 10.00

                                • Veuve Clicquot, Brut, "Yellow Label", Champagne, FranceUSD 29.00

                                  White

                                  • Louis Jadot, Chardonnay, "Steel", Burgundy, FranceUSD 15.00

                                    • The Seeker, Pino Gris, Veneto, ItalyUSD 10.00

                                      • Duck Horn, Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New ZealandUSD 14.00

                                        • Samas, Vermentino/Chardonnay, Sardinia ItalyUSD 14.00

                                          Red

                                          • A To Z Wineworks, Pinot Noir, OregonUSD 15.00

                                            • Simi, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma County, CaliforniaUSD 15.00

                                              • Carmel Road, Cabernet Sauvignon, CaliforniaUSD 10.00

                                                • Meomi, Pinot Noir, Sonoma County, CaliforniaUSD 15.00

                                                  • Mastroberardino, Redimore Irpinia Aglianico, Campania ItalyUSD 16.00

                                                    Last updated: 11 February 2023

                                                    What 343 people are saying

                                                    Overall ratings and reviews

                                                    Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                    4.6
                                                    4.6 based on recent ratings
                                                    • 4.6Food
                                                    • 4.7Service
                                                    • 4.6Ambience
                                                    • 4.4Value

                                                    Noise • Moderate

                                                    Loved For

                                                    • Tampa / Central Florida West

                                                      Healthy

                                                    • Tampa / Central Florida West

                                                      Romantic

                                                    • Tampa / Central Florida West

                                                      Mediterranean

                                                    • Sarasota / Bradenton

                                                      Healthy

                                                    • Sarasota / Bradenton

                                                      Romantic

                                                    Review summary

                                                    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                    Tzeva offers a vibrant Mediterranean dining experience with "excellent food and service." Guests love the diverse menu, including standout dishes like "lamb shank," "grouper kabobs," and "black sesame crème brûlée." The lively atmosphere is enhanced by belly dancer performances, creating a "fun evening." Service is praised as "attentive and friendly."

                                                    343 Reviews

                                                    1. Emmy

                                                      VIP

                                                      Tampa

                                                      17 reviews

                                                      4.0

                                                      17 reviews

                                                      Dined 2 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                      2. Food 4
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      What a great place to go on Saturday night. Good food, great atmosphere and they had a fantastic belly dancer. Really completed the middle eastern vibe! My only negative was we ordered the Lamb from the special Valentine's menu which was listed at $24 and they charged us $30 for it. We didn't complain. The manager Mary made us feel so welcome that we didn't want to say anthing about being overcharged.

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                                                    2. Liz

                                                      VIP

                                                      Naples

                                                      7 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      7 reviews

                                                      Dined 2 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Great service and incredible food! Our go to place to eat.

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                                                    3. George

                                                      VIP

                                                      Tampa

                                                      5 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      5 reviews

                                                      Dined on 8 February 2025

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Beautiful decor in a beautiful hotel that is filled with art by outstanding Florida artists. Almost empty on a Saturday night. Well worth visiting.

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                                                    4. debra

                                                      VIP

                                                      RP

                                                      208 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      208 reviews

                                                      Dined on 6 February 2025

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Falafel and Classic Hummus were delicious! Easy accessible location

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                                                    5. Maria

                                                      Denver

                                                      2 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      2 reviews

                                                      Dined on 5 February 2025

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Letto our waiter was wonderful, helpful with explaining the menu and making recommendations. He knew when to stay away and when to approach The grilled octopus was excellent and the short rib was so flavorful and tender

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                                                    6. Lynette

                                                      Greater Boston

                                                      20 reviews

                                                      4.0

                                                      20 reviews

                                                      Dined on 4 February 2025

                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                      2. Food 4
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                      Lovely restaurant within Art Ovation Hotel. Indoor and outdoor setting available. I had a 7pm reservation on a Monday night in early February. The restaurant was very quiet. Only a couple of tables with customers. Our server was friendly and attentive. He offered suggestions when asked and even found an obscure bottle of wine for us. The menu offers many selections. I enjoyed 3 small plates and one kabob,which was enough to satisfy 2 people. Pricing was moderate.

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                                                    7. Becky

                                                      Coastal Georgia

                                                      1 review

                                                      5.0

                                                      1 review

                                                      Dined on 2 February 2025

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 4
                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                      What an amazing meal! From the time we were greeted at the front, until the manager came to check on us as we were leaving, the service was top notch. Multiple staff approached our table to welcome us and tell us about their favorite menu items. The meal was well paced and every single thing we ate was amazing. We particularly loved the baked feta and the spatchcocked chicken. The sesame crème brûlée was out of this world! We can’t wait to come back! I can’t recommend Tzeva enough!

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                                                    8. Robert

                                                      Greater Boston

                                                      3 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      3 reviews

                                                      Dined on 1 February 2025

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                      Food is well prepared and nicely presented. I’ve been multiple times

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                                                    9. moira

                                                      VIP

                                                      Chicago

                                                      62 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      62 reviews

                                                      Dined on 1 February 2025

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Excellent middle eastern restaurant Excellent cocktails. Had a good reasonable priced bottle of wine. The food was excellent. Spouse had the lamb shank, and declared it excellent. I had the half roasted chicken, with good flavoring. Will return

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                                                    10. Jim

                                                      Denver

                                                      7 reviews

                                                      4.0

                                                      7 reviews

                                                      Dined on 26 January 2025

                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 4
                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                      Loved theHummas especially as well as all of the food ws good. Wait staff ws bit slowbut good. They had the surprise of Belly dancer as treat which was fun. The Crem brûlée was amazing! I would recomend the restaurant!

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                                                    FAQs

                                                    Tzeva offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 413-7425 ext. 110.

                                                    Tzeva is rated 4.6 stars by 343 OpenTable diners.

                                                    Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                    Make a booking

                                                    2 people
                                                    7:00 pm
                                                    Booked 13 times today

                                                    Order delivery or takeout

                                                    Google Map for Tzeva

                                                    1255 N Palm Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236

                                                    Dining areas

                                                    Additional information

                                                    • Cross Street
                                                      N Palm Ave Garage, the first 2 hours are free.
                                                    • Area
                                                      Sarasota
                                                    • Hours of Operation
                                                      Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
                                                    • Price
                                                      $30 and under
                                                    • Cuisines
                                                      Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Breakfast
                                                    • Dining style
                                                      Casual Dining
                                                    • Dress code
                                                      Smart Casual
                                                    • Parking details
                                                      Public Parking
                                                    • Payment Options
                                                      AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                    • Executive Chef
                                                      Ken Lumpkin
                                                    • Additional
                                                      Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                    • Website
                                                      http://www.tzevasarasota.com/
                                                    • Phone number
                                                      (941) 413-7425 ext. 110
                                                    • Catering
                                                      Our sales department works closely with our chef to provide wonderful options of varying sizes and prices for catered events, which can also include a full bar and serving staff if required.
                                                    • Private party facilities
                                                      At Tzeva, with terrace, and our Gallery Bar all provide a wide range of possibilities for events and are very versatile to any occasion.

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