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Green zebra cafe, Sarasota, FL

Green zebra cafe

4.4
4.4
43 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American
Nestled in the heart of downtown Sarasota, Green Zebra Cafe on Main offers a warm, casual atmosphere, exceptional service and delicious food to share with family and friends. With a focus on pure, wholesome, and locally-sourced ingredients, both of our Brunch and Dinner menus are carefully crafted to reflect our customers dietary requirements.

Our everyday Brunch menu features a long list of all time favorites such as, Omelettes Your Way, Italian Benedict, Our Famous Raw Pancake, and our Lavender-Blueberry pancakes. As well as, organic cold-pressed juices, smoothies and acai bowls.

Our dinner menu highlights both plant-based cuisine as well as dishes with ethically raised meats and sustainable seafood. Some of our most popular dishes are the Salt-roasted Golden Beets for starters, Chicken Veloute or the Raw Vegan Lasagna as Entrees, and our mouth watering gluten-free vegan cheesecakes for dessert.

Look forward to seeing you!

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2 people

11:30 PM


Booked 3 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American, Vegetarian / Vegan, International

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Daily 8:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:30 pm

  • Phone number

    (941) 312-6707

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Owned/operated by

    Veteran, Women

  • Executive chef

    Elena Ianakiev

  • Private party facilities

    Upstairs comfortably sits 20people. Call in advance to schedule event.

  • Neighborhood

    Sarasota

  • Cross street

    Main St and Pineapple Ave

  • Parking details

    Parking structure on Palm Ave- 1289 N Palm Ave Garage.

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 43 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseQuiet

Loved For

  • Tampa / Central Florida West

    Innovative

  • Tampa / Central Florida West

    Healthy

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Great for brunch

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Kid-friendly

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Innovative

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Healthy

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Contemporary American

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  1. ColoPatr

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Did not know the Green Zebra had a full menu, and I was looking for somewhere unique to bring my family from NYC. We are picky, and lately going out to eat places has not felt worth it. Well Green Zebra was beyond worth it. Our food and drink was phenomenal! Cannot wait to go back.
  2. JerryK

    Atlanta Metro

    18 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on April 17, 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience4
    No a vegan but took friend of ours that are hardcore vegan and was really good for all of us. The waiter wasn't an expert on the menu but did recommend the fish for me and was outstanding. I believe most of his issue is a language barrier but he was really attentive and nice. They definitely get you to buy their bottled water as the bottles of tap water they give you has a harsh algae taste (like right from an aquarium) . The fruit flies/nats buzzing around was also a turn off but became an amusing game at the table after our second bottle of wine. All in all the food even the vegan items like the cheese platter were fantastic for someone thats a meat eater. Give it a try if your garden eating friends are in town you wont be disappointed
  3. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    I made a reservation for outside table, but got seated inside.
  4. KristenS

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Outstanding food and service! The perfect place for those seeking high quality, interesting and delicious vegan choices but who may be dining with non-vegans seeking a great meal too. I cannot say enough good things about this place. Just go!
  5. HelgaV

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love the food, so fresh and well prepared!
  6. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    Staff was very, very good. Appetisers were tasty and got us looking forward to the main meal. For mains, we ordered the chicken and the bouillabaisse. The chicken was good, though not up to the promise of the appetisers, but the bouillabaisse was sub-standard, a bland mishmash of something or other.
  7. KimberleyS

    Jacksonville

    12 reviews

    3.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience3
    Food was good quality but raw entrees weren’t a good fit for most of my party and were very expensive. Heat lamps didn’t help much for the outdoor seating, so it was a bit uncomfortable. Red wine was stored and served too cold. Staff was friendly and attentive.
  8. JaniceWB

    Richmond

    30 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Excellent service. Small restaurant. Mostly vegetarian. We enjoyed our food immensely. Short rib tacos; fish tacos; lemon chicken.
  9. BeckyM

    Tampa

    13 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall2food2service1ambience2
    The restaurant was actually closed for the sign on the door saying “sorry for the inconvenience”. We had not been contacted by the restaurant or OpenTable to be informed that we would not be able to have our reservation. Very disappointing.
  10. RichG

    Tampa

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had the fish and short rib tacos...absolutely amazing! We will definitely be back.
  11. OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a reservation for 12 bicycle ladies from Venice, this was a fantastic experience! Our server was more than accurate with the description of each of our menu questions! His suggestions were delicious and absolutely spot on with all 12 orders! The KITCHEN was one of the fastest I’ve experienced in a long time! Perfect Lunch!
  12. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    I absolutely love this place. They have so many vegan and gluten-free options. Service is very consistent and friendly. My favorite is the beats dishes!!! Great for everyday dinning Prices are very reasonable for the quality and presentation of the food!
  13. SuzelC

    Hawaii

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on December 28, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Loved the juices and healthy choices.
  14. LauraU

    Las Vegas

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server Tate was wonderful. Personable and attentive. The food was fresh and everyone was able to find something they liked.
  15. Karl

    Philadelphia

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on December 23, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Awesome dinner in Sarasota. Creative menu, perfect for our group of omnivores and vegetarians with numerous vegan/vegetarian choices. Smoothies with dinner were an immediate favorite with our kids. Our first time. We'll be back.
  16. AmyS

    Detroit

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on December 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is my favorite restaurant in Sarasota for clean eats. If you are looking for healthy, yet delicious food that caters to a variety of dietary restrictions, this is the place for you. The service is always very friendly and fast. It's not usually very crowded but I would do a reservation if it's on a weekend during high season on the Gulf.
  17. Lauren

    Atlanta Metro

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Very creative food with an emphasis on health, and everything tasted amazing. Both plant and meat/fish-based options. Servers were attentive and knowledgeable. Can't wait to go back to try other things.
  18. DiningOutDiva

    New York Area

    36 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2022

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Delicious food: we ate outside. Server was very sweet. Drawbacks were a few items on menu were unavailable and appetizer came out at the same time as entrees. That being said everything was outstanding. Barramundi was excellent and sides were also tasty and plentiful. We will definitely come back.
  19. BeckyB

    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 31, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    My fish was excellent but unfortunately, there was some raw parts. I would come again.
  20. jsandersut

    E. Tennessee

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on October 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderfully creative food dishes. Highly recommended!
  21. vikas

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 11, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A hidden gem.
  22. MariettaZ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC EXPERIENCE (AND THIS IS COMING FROM OMNIVORES) It’s hard to create a vegan dish that really knocks your socks off, but Green Zebra does it right. Our server Alex was great. We ordered the smoked pate with the chips, the beet risotto, the fish tacos, and the lentil dish. Everything was excellent. This place is special
  23. CharlestonianOnTheRoad

    Salt Lake City

    11 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2022

    overall4food4service3ambience3
    Kinda short on hot dishes and not great presentation. Good for the Vegan who wants a cold but interesting dish for dinner. Probably would work great for lunch but a tad pricey for that.
  24. tmo2tb

    Louisville

    6 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Very pleasant and attentive staff; tasty entree and good prices.
  25. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was excellent.
  26. DouglasN

    Milwaukee

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 9, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and exceptional service!
  27. Pittsburgherontheroad

    Pittsburgh

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    If you are looking for a fresh twist on fresh ingredients, the Green Zebra is the place for you. Starters to dessert were delicious. We ate on the street - which is fine fore people watching, but was a little loud. Nevertheless, it was the best meal of our week in Sarasota.
  28. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Quaint cafe in the Sarasota area. We loved item that we tried and the service was impeccable; especially, our server, Melvin. :)
  29. Sohofini

    Los Angeles

    6 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    We sat there for 20 minutes without service and ended up leaving. I had never experienced anything like that and it was not even that busy!
  30. JeremyL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 9, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    For a few months now, my wife and I have come to the green zebra for dinner. The food is consistently great and inspiring. The chefs bring an attention to detail and intention to their cooking that is hard to match in Sarasota and elsewhere. We always order the fish tacos and the roasted carrot dish. OMG, both are amazing!! My wife is a great cook, so we love going to restaurants where the experience is better anything we can make at home. The food at the green zebra is simple in ingredients yet complex in its creation. Incredibly thoughtful, delicious offerings that are unlike anything else one might find.
  31. MarcoS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 31, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was the best meal we've had in ages. We went with our kids for breakfast and everything was beyond exceptional. The friendly server told us that they are serving dinner at night also. We decided to go with friends the next day, and let me tell you - Green Zebra surpassed all expectations. The Charcuterie Board was a piece of art, the Castelvetrano Olives and Shishitos were superb. I am a true meat eater and I ordered the Short Rib for the main course: one of the best I've had in my life. My wife and friends (all meat eaters) decided to order vegetable based dishes. Everyone was blown away by the taste and the presentation. We licked our plates. I had a bite from my wife's meal and I was shocked: it was so good. I could eat vegetables every day if prepared this way. And the desserts were out of this world. How can you even make a dessert without eggs and cream to taste better than any dessert I've ever had. Incredible! We are going to Green Zebra this week again for breakfast and dinner. Check it out.
  32. johnW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 15, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a wonderful experience. The food is fantastic, very creative and unique. Every single meal was incredible. Good wine. Our server was very knowledgeable and friendly. We will be back soon. Highly recommended.
  33. AnnaG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 14, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What a gem. Our server did a great job explaining the menu. We were highly impressed by the food and the presentation. We started with Fish Tacos and Charcuterie Board. Both delicious. We had the Roasted Carrot, Braised Short Ribs and Grilled Barramundi. All were outstanding, we finished the plates. Could have licked them all. The desserts were incredible also. Can't wait to go back.
  34. Kendall

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 31, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really incredible New Years Eve dinner! This is a family-owned restaurant and their care and attention, to everything from the recipes to the dining experience really shone through.
  35. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 30, 2021

    overall2food2service2ambience2
    Very unimpressive. Server was unfriendly, limited menu, food is very mediocre and will not be back.
  36. PixieDoodle

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 1, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent dinner and Al fresco! We enjoyed our food, wine and the service was outstanding!
  37. RHummel

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 5, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    The food was amazing, the waiters were very good but needed more waiters so they could pay more attention to their customers. Thank you for coming to downtown Sarasota. Fantastic find!
  38. drraffiq

    Orlando

    63 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    63 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2021

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Vegan oriented restaurant, although you can add some animal protein. Portion are large and savory. Menu is small, reason for which I don’t see it as full as other restaurants in the street.. service is excellent ! Try the olives as appetizer and the Mexican “ meat” salad. Any other salad is good.
  39. WhatsForLunch

    Chicago

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great time
  40. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 1, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Great food. Family run. Definitely going back.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Green zebra cafe offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 312-6707.

Green zebra cafe is rated 4.4 stars by 43 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

11:30 PM


Booked 3 times today
Google Map for Green zebra cafe

1377 Main St, Sarasota, FL 34236

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Main St and Pineapple Ave

  • Neighborhood

    Sarasota

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Daily 8:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:30 pm

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American, Vegetarian / Vegan, International

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Parking structure on Palm Ave- 1289 N Palm Ave Garage.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Owned/operated by

    Veteran, Women

  • Executive chef

    Elena Ianakiev

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (941) 312-6707

  • Private party facilities

    Upstairs comfortably sits 20people. Call in advance to schedule event.

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