Bijou Garden Cafe

4.7

2422 Reviews

$31 to $50

Continental

1287 First St, Sarasota, FL 34236

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Charming
Neighborhood gem

Located in the heart of Sarasota’s Theatre & Arts District, the Bijou Garden Café opened in 1986 in a restored 1920’s era gas station. Over the last thirty-five years, it has grown into one of Sarasota’s best-known restaurants. Featuring outstanding cuisine, impeccable service, imaginative cocktails, and an extensive wine list, the Bijou Garden Café has the perfect appeal for any occasion.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Continental, Contemporary American, Café
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(941) 366-8111
Website
http://www.bijougardencafe.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Christopher Covelli

Location
1287 First St, Sarasota, FL 34236
Neighborhood
Sarasota
Cross street
Pineapple Ave
Parking details
We offer complimentary valet parking every day. Free public parking is available on both 1st Street and Pineapple Ave.
Public transit
We are 2 blocks west of the main bus terminal.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Escargot Bourguignon$16.00
Colossal Shrimp Cocktail$16.00
Roasted Garlic Caesar$14.00
Mozzarella Schnitzel$17.00
with Roasted Tomatoes, Arugula, Basil, and Parsley
Butternut Squash Soup$14.00
with White Truffle Oil
Kale Salad$14.00
with Feta, Spiced Pepitas, Dried Cranberries, Roasted Butternut Squash, and Maple Dijon Dressing
Eggplant Caponata Bruschetta$16.00
with Golden Raisins and Baby Tomatoes
Flash Fried Calamari$17.00
with Banana Peppers and Marinara
Foie Gras Chicken Liver Pâté$18.00
with Apple Aspic

Main Course

Filet Mignon$43.00
with Tomato Demi-Glace, Roasted Carrots, and Rosemary Potatoes
Roasted Half Duck$38.00
with Cherry Coffee Reduction and Warm Cinnamon Apple Farro Salad
House Made Pappardelle Pasta$36.00
with Wild Mushrooms and Braised Short Rib
Shrimp and Scallops $42.00
over Cilantro Jasmine Rice with Green Coconut Curry Sauce
Grilled Salmon$42.00
with Seared Cherry Polenta, Glazed Carrots, and Citrus Butter
Chicken Milanese$34.00
with Roasted Tomatoes, Garlic, Basil, and Arugula
Vegetarian Chili$24.00
with Black Beans and Spanish Rice
Rack of Lamb$42.00
with Smoky Apricot Glaze, Rosemary Potatoes, and Zucchini Rosettes

Sides

Pommes Gratin Dauphinois$14.00
Artisan Bread $5.00

What 2,422 people are saying

Bijou Garden Cafe reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

2,411 Reviews

MM
MichaelM VIP
New York City45 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and service!!! Would recommend this restaurant to all.
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OpenTable Diner
Orlando3 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Last day before closing for several months. So good we want to be there again on the first day they reopen!
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MJPaloma VIP
Naples40 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love it sorry they are closing to renovate. Music was good as it was pleasant and not too loud while dinning. I hope they keep the separate spaces as it makes for more intimate dinning. Thanks!
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Bobby
Tampa4 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great evening, been coming for a long time time. It’s always excellent
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edwardb VIP
Chicago223 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We will miss the restaurant and Grayson the best waiter in Sarasota. Ed
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JosephK
Tampa8 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 25, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything is top notch but there was surprisingly few choices on the main menu
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Foodie
Chicago16 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The min we walked into the restaurant it was WOW from being greated to seating us next to the trio to the server that became our best friend by end of night And the food OVER THE TOP fabbbbbb night
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Craig
Tampa7 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and service. Nice atmosphere and reasonable prices.
Bijou Garden CafeResponded on April 22, 2024
Craig - Thank you for dining with us. We appreciate the complimentary words.
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ErinR VIP
Des Moines9 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The jazz trio was delightful , the food delicious . A lovely evening
Bijou Garden CafeResponded on April 22, 2024
Thank you, Erin!
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Aquavit
Chicago68 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
FABULOUS never disappoints look forward to returning
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FAQs

Bijou Garden Cafe offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 366-8111.

Bijou Garden Cafe is rated 4.7 stars by 2422 OpenTable diners.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

1287 First St, Sarasota, FL 34236

Additional information

Cross street
Pineapple Ave
Neighborhood
Sarasota
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Continental, Contemporary American, Café
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
We offer complimentary valet parking every day. Free public parking is available on both 1st Street and Pineapple Ave.
Public transit
We are 2 blocks west of the main bus terminal.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Christopher Covelli
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.bijougardencafe.com/
Phone number
(941) 366-8111

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Bijou Garden Cafe

About this restaurant

Permanently Closed

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Additional information

100 Tampa / Central Florida West Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Shrimp and Scallops

Mozzarella Schnitzel

Kale Salad

First Course

Escargot Bourguignon$16.00

Colossal Shrimp Cocktail$16.00

Roasted Garlic Caesar$14.00

Mozzarella Schnitzel$17.00

Butternut Squash Soup$14.00

Kale Salad$14.00

Eggplant Caponata Bruschetta$16.00

Flash Fried Calamari$17.00

Foie Gras Chicken Liver Pâté$18.00

Main Course

Filet Mignon$43.00

Roasted Half Duck$38.00

House Made Pappardelle Pasta$36.00

Shrimp and Scallops $42.00

Grilled Salmon$42.00

Chicken Milanese$34.00

Vegetarian Chili$24.00

Rack of Lamb$42.00

Sides

Pommes Gratin Dauphinois$14.00

Artisan Bread $5.00

Overall ratings and reviews

FAQs

Does Bijou Garden Cafe offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Bijou Garden Cafe restaurant rated?

Permanently Closed

Additional information

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