Blu Kouzina

4.8

1334 Reviews

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

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2 people

Feb 17, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 37 times today

Neighborhood gem
Great for outdoor dining
Good for special occasions

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Blu Kouzina is bringing its signature, wholesome Greek cooking to the Sunshine State after gracing for the past five years Singapore’s culinary scene. The acclaimed restaurant, born out of the founders’ passion for the food of their native Greece and their love of sharing a hearty, family meal with friends, has set up a second home in Sarasota.

Fresh and quality ingredients, mostly grown organically, and sourced from well established, local producers are used in dishes that are both traditional and creatively contemporary. What remains uniquely Greek and genuine are the flavors and the scents of extra virgin olive oil, fresh fish or succulent lamb that will take you on a journey from a beach-side taverna to a rural mezze shop.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Greek
Hours of operation
Daily 11:30 am–8:00 pm
Phone number
(941) 388-2619
Website
http://www.blukouzina.com/US/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
25 N. Blvd of Presidents, Sarasota, FL 34236
Neighborhood
Sarasota
Cross street
Across from Garden Argosy
Parking details
Fillmore Dr, Sarasota, FL 34236
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,334 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Tampa / Central Florida West
Mediterranean
Sarasota / Bradenton
Best Food
Sarasota / Bradenton
Neighborhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Blu Kouzina offers a warm, inviting ambiance and "authentic Greek flavors" that make diners feel at home. Known for "excellent food" and "friendly, attentive service," it consistently delivers with standout dishes like lamb chops and grilled calamari. This bustling Sarasota gem is a "neighborhood favorite" for a reason.

1,334 Reviews

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Bob
VIP
Tampa
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Mediterranean cuisine is very authentic, and delicious. The severs are exceptional. The food quality is the best we have had in the Sarasota area. In fact, maybe the most authentic in all of America in the Mediterranean genre. We highly recommend this restaurant and strongly advise reservations. An absolute must in the Sarasota area. We shared the lightly fried artichoke hearts, Greek Salad, and whole Dover Sole. Insane delicious
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Ellen
VIP
Toronto
99 reviews
5.0
99 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food, great ambience, always a favourite stop at st. Armands.
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Knight
Tampa
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Blu Kouzina never disappoints. For an amazing authentic greek meal - there is no place in town that compares. We had the grilled Calamari, Scallops, and Veal Chop Athena - The food was amazing. We went for Valentines and the kitchen did a great job with a full house. All the staff were great. We will continue to come here for our special night’s out.
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Doris
VIP
Washington DC
81 reviews
3.0
81 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Same experience as last time — very good food, efficient and friendly server, noisy even on the porch and difficulty with “front of the house” staff. Maybe carryout is the answer.
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katy
VIP
Chicago
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had another awesome evening at Blu Kouzina. After being ushered to an ideal table at the edge of the outdoor porch, we ordered their outstanding taramosalata, and saganaki with figs for appetizers. Both exceeded our expectations as usual! My husband can never resist ordering the lamb giouvetsi…and once again it was the best he’s ever had…and we eat a lot of Greek food. I had the chicken kabob…so juicy and flavorful, that I’ll probably order it again next time! Our server Ivana was wonderful and recommended an excellent Greek red to complement our meal. We’ll be back soon!
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Allison
Philadelphia
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 1
Apparently you now can smoke cigars outdoors on the sidewalk tables. The wind was blowing the smoke into the dining room (outside n covered) tables. Asked the waitress if he was allowed and she said yes. New policy. He wasn’t even eating just ordered wine and smoked the cigar the whole time. Sad, this has always been our go to place. I don’t go to restaurants to have a smoker less than six feet away.
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Mike
VIP
Indiana
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Very friendly staff and dinner was delicious! Definitely recommend!
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Kathy
St. Louis
111 reviews
5.0
111 reviews
Dined on February 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love this place. So many wine by the glass choices. Our server made some outstanding recommendations for wine. I had the roasted chicken which is excellent My husband had the lamb special which was exceptional as I had a taste. My husband said it was so tender that it fell off the bone. Always excellent. We have been to their restaurant in Singapore several times. We think Sarasota is our favorite location. Certainly much closer!
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Terri
Tampa
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely loved our experience! We dined outside . Service was excellent. Food was wonderful.
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HAROLD
Detroit
23 reviews
2.0
23 reviews
Dined on February 2, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
Had to wait 20 minutes for our table even with reservation.. Service was slow; not enough servers; noise level was intolerable; our whole fish bronzino was very small but tasty; lots of shifting of tables and chairs which was annoying- won’t go back.
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FAQs

Blu Kouzina does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Blu Kouzina also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 388-2619.

Blu Kouzina is rated 4.8 stars by 1334 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 17, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 37 times today

Order delivery or takeout

25 N. Blvd of Presidents, Sarasota, FL 34236

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Across from Garden Argosy
Neighborhood
Sarasota
Hours of operation
Daily 11:30 am–8:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Greek
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Fillmore Dr, Sarasota, FL 34236
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.blukouzina.com/US/
Phone number
(941) 388-2619

Blu Kouzina

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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What 1,334 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

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Does Blu Kouzina offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Blu Kouzina restaurant rated?

Is Blu Kouzina currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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