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   OpenTable Diner

   Tampa

   46 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   46 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Excellent service as the wait staff explained some of the dishes we were unfamiliar with. The food was delicious and spicy. Just enough spice to make it perfect. They had small plates along with regular portions. We found the small plates a perfect portion. I look forward to going back.
   

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   TracyW

   New York Area

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience4

   What a lovely evening! Wonderful staff who really made our evening special. The food is outstanding! From the appetizer to specialty entree (Waygu Ribeye) to a fantastic dessert. We will be back!!
   

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   DrJAF

   Tampa

   79 reviews

   vip
   4.0

   79 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

   overall4food4service5ambience5

   Excellent wait staff explained menu in a pleasant understandable demeanor. Quick service.
   

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   ElaineT

   Tampa

   2 reviews

   3.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on May 20, 2023

   overall3food4service2ambience5

   While we found the food very good, the service was not. We were also disappointed in the description of the Baklava. Menu stated Pistachio baklava, when it wasn’t. It was filled with what appeared to be walnuts with a drizzle of pistachio on top, not filling. When we brought this to server’s attention she just replied that they did not make it on premises. We did not eat it and we’re charged. We are not very happy .
   

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   EEKG

   Tampa

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on May 16, 2023

   overall5food4service5ambience3

   We recently celebrated my husband's birthday at Tzeva and it was incredible. The food was delicious, and the waitress and the kitchen went above and beyond to provide gluten-free options. They also made our birthday celebration extra special. Highly recommend!
   

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   carolsue

   Naples

   20 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   20 reviews

   Dined on May 14, 2023

   overall5food4service5ambience5

   This was our first time at Tzeva and I can't speak to the overall quality of the food because it was a Mother's Day brunch with a buffet -- different from the usual fare. That said, we were very pleased with the location (we sat outdoors in comfort), ambiance and server. I suspect the daily food will be excellent, and we'll be back.
   

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   mercedesn

   1 review

   1.0

   1 review

   Dined on May 14, 2023

   overall1food1service1ambience3

   Very disappointed in the Mother’s Day brunch. Our waitress only came to our table once which was at the end of our meal, and we didn’t get a chance to order drinks until then. I should have known when the gratuity was prepaid at 20%. The food was cold, there were flies everywhere. The pancakes, which I looked forward to the most were dry and cold. I am disappointed that we spent $65 per person and we didn’t even get a fraction worth of what we paid. Utterly disappointing.
   

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   BillR

   Central Coast

   14 reviews

   vip
   4.0

   14 reviews

   Dined on May 14, 2023

   overall4food5service3ambience3

   The Mothers' Day Brunch was well-done with a large selection of buffet-style items, all very tasty. In a pleasant contrast to many other restaurants, this one does not feel compelled to add "heat" to their dishes; hence one can taste the food, which was delicious.
   

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   JET6712

   Tampa

   13 reviews

   vip
   3.0

   13 reviews

   Dined on May 14, 2023

   overall3food3service5ambience4

   The food was absolutely delicious when it arrived to the buffet. Our family of five arrived a few (5-10) minutes early for our 11:00am reservation and the brunch was not ready. Salad items and dessert were presented but the rest of the food was still not prepared. Our server was delightful and brought water, a complimentary champagne for mom, and took a drink order — four people ordered soda. Did not offer coffee. We waited 15-20 minutes for the rest of the food and there were not enough serving utensils for everything. I had to bring my (unused) knife to obtain cream cheese for my lox, and my son used his clean spoon for cocktail sauce. Previously noted, the food was outstanding and we truly enjoyed the delectable brunch. The atmosphere was pleasant. At the end, a hostess came by to verify our name for the reservation and the server came by to bring us a bill for the beverages that weren’t included with our meal(?!) charging us an extra $5/beverage. We were taken aback. At $65/person we felt it in quite poor taste to not include coffee, general beverages, etc.(alcohol notwithstanding). Felt this was a poor call on behalf of whomever made the decision, and left with an acrid impression of the establishment.
   

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    KimA

    Tampa

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    So, I think our main problem was with Open Table, we booked 10am for breakfast on Mother's Day, we get there and are told we cannot be seated because they are closed. We were super annoyed. Like where could we possibly go? But another woman asked for the manager. He sat us! Which I'm sure was a pain for the staff, but we really appreciated it. The food was awesome. I love the restaurant, it was our first time there and I've been wanting to go for some time. Also LOVE Roxanne. She was fantastic, I'd love to have her as my server again. We will be back! During regular hours lol.
    

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    JessicaT

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience4

    The service was great our waitress was attentive however food was not too good for the price , the Mediterranean flavors didn’t hit it right w/me as well as the guests next to me.
    

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    RebeccaH

    Orlando

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Wonderful! Loved the menu - great Mediterranean flavors
    

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    Janice

    New York Area

    74 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    74 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience5

    Not terribly impressed. The pita was not crispy and the hummus was less than stellar having way too much garlic. The Israeli salad was good but could have been better flavored. The grouper Chairme was overcooked and somewhat dry and the accompanying vegetable stew was under flavored. All in all, the food was okay but expected so much more. No babaganouj on the menu at all which was extremely disappointing. The server was very helpful and knowledgeable about the menu and very good at making recommendations. All in all, marginal and in no hurry to return.
    

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    JamieP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The hummus was to die for, the short rib was out of this world, but the Black Sesame Brulee was transcendental!
    

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    DebC

    Naples

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience4

    Food was tasty but way overpriced for portions. Same with drinks. Gorgeousness lace abd very friendly servers. Just too pricey for what you get.
    

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    outlawpete

    Naples

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on May 1, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4

    It was my second visit. The service was again extremely attentive. My first tasting of the hummus was very positive, and the fish tacos were fresh and tasty with a crispy texture. I think Tzeva is a great addition to downtown dining!
    

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    RaisaZ

    Tampa

    13 reviews

    3.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4

    It was our second visit. We liked it first time, unfortunately this was not the case this time. The hostess was not there to meet and sit us. Waiters were passing us, not noticing. Finally she showed up and we were escorted to our table. A waiters stopped to take drinks order, and immediately informed me that drink I ordered is not available as they are missing one ingredient. This is at 6:30pm on Saturday night! The menu sounds interesting, but very limited. Portions are very small. Shashlik and rice were lukewarm. Brûlée was a mess, not at all like we had on our first visit. Service was below average. We invited our friends to introduce then to the new restaurant, but we were embarrassed of our choice.
    

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    BillR

    Central Coast

    14 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4

    This was our second time at Tzeva and again was enjoyable. The menu is unique and the food delicious. We dined outside which was really pleasant. We will definitely returh!
    

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    julester

    Naples

    113 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    113 reviews

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Outstanding! Reminds me of the fresh and flavorful food we enjoyed in Israel.
    

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    eatout

    Tampa

    447 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    447 reviews

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall2food2service1ambience3

    We had high hopes that the introduction of Tzeva into Sarasota with its diverse cuisine unavailable elsewhere, we would have a new venue to patronize. Unfortunately, although the menu was diverse and interesting, the food itself was extremely pedestrian. The hummus was nice, but supermarket hummus is better; and the kabobs were short on lamb and chicken (a few small nuggets) . Desserts were unmemorable. All in all, we have no plans to return. Server was pleasant but probably had too many tables. Service was painfully and annoyingly slow.
    

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    CathyH

    Naples

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on April 25, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5

    Fun girls night birthday celebration for my friend. Staff was very accommodating, food was great! We will be back.
    

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    bucky

    Tampa

    106 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    106 reviews

    Dined on April 25, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4

    interesting but limited menu 2 skewers of meat with rice small portion as to be expected by the low price Moroccan chicken excellent and nice sized serving quiet as few diners when we were there cocktails served from hotel bar too costly a restaurant of this type
    

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    JaneQ

    Tampa

    20 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4

    If there is not a function going on it’s a lovely quiet restaurant, but when they have a function in the lobby it’s a mob scene. There is no door on the restaurant, so the noise is very loud!
    

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    sholshky

    New York Area

    62 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    62 reviews

    Dined on April 18, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4

    First time here but not the last. The food was great as well as the drinks. Loved the hummus with lamb as well as the lamb shishkabob .
    

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    CardiacKid

    Naples

    71 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    71 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall1food3service1ambience4

    Dined twice here in a week with two different servers. The experiences couldn't have been different and indicates this restaurant needs to polish some rough edges. We never saw our server without having to wander through the restaurant to find him, on visit #2. Quite the opposite on visit #1. The food was interesting, well prepared and fairly priced. Turkish coffee would have been a logical accompaniment to baklava. Cannot recommend yet. Will revisit in a few months.
    

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    DeanM

    Naples

    13 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5

    A unique menu. Great to have the change that the restaurant offers. Good ambience and overall excellent service
    

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    RKMN

    New England

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    First time-with family.great food tapas style! We were all very pleased! Def will be returning!
    

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    bobtut

    Tampa

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great location, service and food! Super server who gave us great suggestions I addition to great service!
    

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    EditadeJavu

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Very nice restaurant. Definitely coming here soon and bringing my friends. Lamb kebab was delicious and I completed my glorious day with a happy indulgence. Cannot wait to come back
    

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    Steven

    Salt Lake City

    81 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    81 reviews

    Dined on April 11, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4

    solid restaurant. Food was nicely presented. Drinks were tasty. Service was good.
    

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    SueE

    Detroit

    45 reviews

    4.0

    45 reviews

    Dined on April 10, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4

    Food was delicious and loved the choices. Hummus selection was wonderful.
    

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    GeorgiaC

    Tampa

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 10, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5

    Great location near Florida Studio Theatre and the Opera House. Food unusual and good.
    

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    outlawpete

    Naples

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5

    Tzeva was an excellent experience. We attended for the brunch on Easter, and were thoroughly impressed. The buffet was sumptuous and outstanding, featuring meats, fish, shellfish, egg dishes, salads, rolls (both sweet and regular), and amazing desserts. For the price, we thought the buffet was very good. By the time we came in the late afternoon, the restaurant had emptied out...we almost felt like diners in a large private spot, beautiful and Mediterranean inside with palm trees just outdoors. If one thing surprised me, it was that a Mediterranean restaurant with a distinctly Israeli name paid no attention to the fact that Passover is also underway. There could have been some appropriate macaroons or matzah also made available. But overall, we were very pleased and intend to return. The manager and wait staff were very warm and diligent.
    

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    Thomas

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall2food3service2ambience4

    We visited Tzeva for their Eater Brunch. I wanted this to be an amazing experience but unfortunately it wasn't. Right from the start, we walked in and we told there were no tables inside, even though we made a reservation. Then, we were told to just go sit at a table outside, which we did. We had no server come up to us until well after we had gone up to the buffet. We had to ask for water and coffee to be brought out. Then, when they did, we had asked for cream which wasn't brought out. I had to back inside and find a server and ask for cream again. Thats when we met Charlotte, she saved the day for us. She brought the cream out and was very courteous and took care of us the rest of the time we were there. 5 stars for Charlotte! As far as the food, it was decent. The beef tenderloin was outstanding as well as the Eggs Benedict and the Chocolate Cake. Everything else was just average, definitely not worth $55.00 per person. I don't like leaving negative reviews, but I felt like the restaurant wasn't on their game!
    

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    WilliamL

    Columbus

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4

    The food was delicious! Unfortunately, the buffet was not up and running at the start. Bread and rolls did not come out until after everyone had been through the line. No fruit. Desserts were not moist as people sat waiting for them. When I got up for a second plate, I left my napkin on my chair. It was gone when I returned, rather than neatly folded at My place, and it took a while to get a replacement. Not a smooth running enterprise, but plenty of potential!
    

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    CityGirlintheBurbs

    Tampa

    10 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall3food4service1ambience1

    Underwhelming. Went for brunch. Had an omlette station, but little else as far as breakfast food. No bacon, no waffles, no sausage.
    

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    JessicaR

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    third time there in 2 months, nice simple menu great
    

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    Maureen

    Tampa

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great service! Fabulous menu and everything we ate was delicious! Hummus, Israeli salad, skewers, Moroccan chicken, grouper, desserts. Servings not huge but that's ok. Nice well-priced wine list. A wonderful time was had!
    

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    RobH

    Indiana

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Great Mediterranean inspired offerings. We opted to do small plate ordering to be able to sample everything!
    

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    soybeanML

    Tampa

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on April 6, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5

    This was our first time at Tzeva and we all thoroughly enjoyed it.
    

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