The Banyan House

4.5

257 Reviews

$50 and over

American

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2 people

Jan 13, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 37 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails
Neighborhood gem

Enjoy Creative Cuisine at Downtown Wellen Park's Landmark Lakefront Restaurant
NEW AMERICAN CUISINE
Enjoy citruswood-fired steaks, seafood, and pasta, plus creative chef-driven small plates while surrounded by beautiful scenic views.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
American, Cocktail Bar, Comfort Food
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(941) 584-5300
Website
https://banyanhouserestaurant.com/location/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
19725 Wellen Pk Blvd, Venice, FL 34293
Neighborhood
North Port
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Banyan Brunch
Multiple dates available
$35 plus Tax and Gratuity. Add on Bottomless Mimosa's and Bloody Mary's for $20

Local Golden Beet Salad $13.00
Red & Golden Beets, Candied Pecans, Arugala, Apples, Aged Goat Cheese
Flat Iron Grilled Caesar$18.00
Grilled Romaine Hearts, White Anchovies, Croutons, Creamy Caesar, Parmesan Crisp
Chicken “Wedge” Salad$17.00
Grilled Chicken Breast, Baby Heirloom Tomato, Hard Poached Egg, Candied Bacon, English Cucumber, Pickled Red Onion, Avocado Mousse, Blue Cheese Vinaigrette

Sandwiches

All Sandwiches served with your choice of: Truffle Fries, Heirloom Tomato & Cucumber Salad, Seasonal Coleslaw, Aged Cheddar Mac & Cheese

Banyan Chicken BLT$15.00
Grilled Chicken, Apple Braised Bacon, Local Heirloom Tomatoes, Baby Iceberg Lettuce, Red Pepper Aioli
Fried Black Grouper Tacos$15.00
Jalapeño - Corn Relish, Cajun Remoulade, Cotija Cheese
Banyan House Grilled Cheese$13.00
American, Cheddar & Boursin Cheese, Roasted Tomato Bisque
Beef Short Rib Sandwich$16.00
Carolina Mustard BBQ, Apple Cider Coleslaw
Grass-Fed Brasstown Beef Burger$16.00
Apple Braised Bacon, Aged Cheddar Cheese, Bread & Butter Pickles
Sliced Steak Sandwich$18.00
Grilled Flat Iron, Caramelized Onions, Gruyere Cheese, Horseradish Mustard, Onion Roll
Soft Shell Crab Sandwich$20.00
Whole Fried Crab on French Brioche (Seasonal)
Blackened Grouper Sandwich $18.00
Remoulade Sauce, French Brioche Bun
Lobster Roll$24.00
Spicy Aioli & Avacado
Grilled Garden Sandwich$13.00
Marinated Zucchini, Red Onions & Peppers, Goat Cheese & Basil Pesto on Ciabatta Roll

What 257 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Banyan House is a delightful dining destination offering "outstanding food" and "impeccable service" in a beautiful setting. With a diverse menu that impresses, guests frequently praise the "amazing view" and ambiance. Signature dishes like the lobster linguine and duck tacos are "highly recommended," ensuring a memorable experience.

257 Reviews

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Nicole
Tampa
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Food was great although they ran out of waffles which were phenomenal. I would have gone for seconds. The buffet was amazing although the food wasn't hot , just warm to the touch. Plenty of pastries and fruit. I don't agree on automatic 20% gratuity on a buffet. Come on Banyan House.
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Nancy
Orlando
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
This was our first time for brunch, as I’m not a buffet person. I’ve many food allergies and particular about what I eat. We did not leave hungry. There were many potato options. An omelette station would be nice addition. Our server was Kellie and she was fantastic! We loved our space, the views and it was also quiet. We spoke to the manager Stacy and let him know we enjoyed as well. Overall we love this place for dinner but enjoyed brunch. Very clean and everyone friendly.
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tom
Tampa
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
A little pricy, but when the food came out it was delicious! Our server was kind of new...so she wasn't as attentive as perhaps a seasoned wait-staffer would be. All four of us had great tasting Food.
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Ron
Tampa
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Wife and I made the mistake of ordering two non local foods, halabit and lobster. I was told the fish was fresh....it definitely wasn't. Halibut was tough and "fishy" tasting and the lobster in their pasta dish was chewy. Crab and Artichoke fondue app was great. Nice ambience but very loud.
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Louise
Tampa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food, service and atmosphere were excellent. Our server, Rhonda, was the best. We will be going back again.
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Trudie
VIP
Columbus
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food, service and location were all fantastic! Highly recommend and we’ll be back!
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tasha
Tampa
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A dear friend and I sat at the bar, Dave was our bartender. He was fabulous and knowledgeable and we really enjoyed ourselves. The food was outstanding🤩
The Banyan HouseResponded 4 days ago
Tasha -- Thanks for the great review. We agree that Dave is Fabulous. I will make sure he gets the praise he deserves. Hopefully we will see you again soon!
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Bonita
VIP
Tampa
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great waitress with Hailey. Food amazing. We try to come several times a month.
The Banyan HouseResponded 4 days ago
Thanks for the great review, Bonita! We agree that Hailey is great. We look forward to seeing you again soon!
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Bill
VIP
Cincinnati
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic meal. It was hard to choose what to eat because the menu options were outstanding. Looks like we'll have to I go back and try more things. Our server Faith was great.
The Banyan HouseResponded 4 days ago
Bill -- Thanks for the great review. We are glad you enjoyed your dining experience with us! Don't forget that we have a brunch buffet every Sunday from 10-2. I will make sure that Faith sees your praise.
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Richard
Orlando
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on January 5, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We went to the First Sunday Brunch. Maybe they need more time. ALL the food was cold. Shrimp was overcooked. Eggs Benedict was overcooked (not edible). To be fair I will give them some time and try again.
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The Banyan House is rated 4.5 stars by 257 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 13, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 37 times today

Experiences are available.

19725 Wellen Pk Blvd, Venice, FL 34293

Additional information

Neighborhood
North Port
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
American, Cocktail Bar, Comfort Food
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://banyanhouserestaurant.com/location/
Phone number
(941) 584-5300

The Banyan House

Make a reservation

Additional information

Experiences

Banyan Brunch

Menu

Soups

Roasted Tomato Bisque Soup $10.00

French Onion Soup$12.00

Salads

Local Golden Beet Salad $13.00

Flat Iron Grilled Caesar$18.00

Chicken “Wedge” Salad$17.00

Sandwiches

Banyan Chicken BLT$15.00

Fried Black Grouper Tacos$15.00

Banyan House Grilled Cheese$13.00

Beef Short Rib Sandwich$16.00

Grass-Fed Brasstown Beef Burger$16.00

Sliced Steak Sandwich$18.00

Soft Shell Crab Sandwich$20.00

Blackened Grouper Sandwich $18.00

Lobster Roll$24.00

Grilled Garden Sandwich$13.00

What 257 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

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