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Indigenous, Sarasota, FL

Indigenous

4.8
4.8
1021 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
239 S Links Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236-2155

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 30 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem


Opened in 2011, Indigenous has earned a reputation for being an inspirational and educational restaurant. For years, Indigenous has been known as one of America’s top restaurants, renowned for its passion for food, the community, and the planet. Indigenous’ menu of seasonal American cuisine changes progressively throughout the year based on peak ingredient availability. With a focus on sustainable seafood, we work closely with local fisherman, artisans, and farmers to maintain the highest quality. At Indigenous, we are always working our best to create a better food system. Owner Chef Steve Phelps has been a James Beard Foundation Semi Finalist for Best Chef South in 2014 & 2015, an Ambassador for Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch Blue Ribbon Task Force, and a founding member and Chef for the EDF Coalition for Sustainable Aquaculture.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Bistro, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sun 5:30 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Chef Steve Phelps
  • Neighborhood
    Sarasota
  • Cross street
    Adams Lane and South Links Ave
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Ringling Blvd
  • Additional
    Beer, Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,021 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Tampa / Central Florida West

    American

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Innovative

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Indigenous in Sarasota offers a "wonderful dining experience" with "phenomenal and creative cuisine." Guests consistently praise the "exceptional service" and "imaginative dishes" made with "fresh, sustainable ingredients." The charming setting and intimate atmosphere add to its appeal. Highlights include the Parmesan Beignets and Mushroom Bisque. It's a "favorite spot" for many locals and visitors alike.
1,021 Reviews
  1. Jim

    Chicago4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great quiet outdoor space. Menu options are interesting, healthy and we enjoyed the Tripletail fish offering and the beignets were fabulous.
    IndigenousResponded today
    We appreciate you sharing your experience. Thank you and please see us again soon.

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  2. Christopher

    Greater Boston52 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have been in Sarasota over a month, and this was indeed the best meal we have eaten by far. Katie, our server, was pleasant, professional and very knowledgeable. If the beignets are on the menu, do not miss them, as well as the Cardamom Panna Cotta for dessert. We both had the most wonderful Triple Tail fish entree, and split one of the most interesting salads we've ever had. Highly recommend, and we will definitely be back. Best birthday gift ever!
    IndigenousResponded today
    This is so great to hear! Thank you for dining with us and we look forward to your next visit.

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  3. Lauren VIP

    St. Louis2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious and beautifully curated event for True Blue vibes.
    IndigenousResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for joining us on that special evening!

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  4. Vanessa

    Tampa6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing! Everything about the evening was fabulous. I can’t wait for the next one!
    IndigenousResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you very much for sharing!

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  5. Janice VIP

    Naples3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    pork chop was wonderful. I don't eat fish but everyone else had it and enjoyed it
    IndigenousResponded 2 days ago
    We are happy to hear you had a great evening. Thank you!

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  6. Tina VIP

    Chicago9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing meal and great staff. Highly recommend. High quality food/ingredients.
    IndigenousResponded 2 days ago
    We will hope to see you again soon. Thank you.

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  7. Britton VIP

    Tampa7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding dinner experience, service and food was fantastic.
    IndigenousResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you!

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  8. Pat VIP

    Seattle5 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 26, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    It was freezing in the restaurant and the potatoes were harder than a rock. The side vegetables were pathetic.
    IndigenousResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you for being our guests! We are so happy you dined with us and we hope to see you again! Please follow us @indigenousrestaurant on Instagram and Facebook

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  9. karen

    New York City9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food super. Server was able to give description of all the food ingredients.

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  10. JoAnneB VIP

    New York City5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great waitress and a very nice atmosphere. Mushroom soup was fabulous. Baked shrimp was not good. Tough, maybe overcooked? Kinda like scampi. We were expecting something fabulous but we didn’t experience that. Will try again though because sometimes you just order the wrong thing.
    IndigenousResponded on March 23, 2025
    We apologies that your evening was not perfect. We strive to be the best and we hope to have another opportunity to impress you and your guests.

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Indigenous is rated 4.8 stars by 1021 OpenTable diners.

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Booked 30 times today
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239 S Links Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236-2155

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Adams Lane and South Links Ave
  • Neighborhood
    Sarasota
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sun 5:30 pm–8:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Bistro, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Ringling Blvd
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Steve Phelps
  • Additional
    Beer, Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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