Tzeva

4.4

372 Reviews

$30 and under

Mediterranean

1255 N Palm Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236

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2 people

Apr 19, 2025

April 2025

7:30 PM

Booked 6 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Innovative
Healthy

Nestled inside Sarasota, Florida’s boutique hotel, Art Ovation Hotel Autograph Collection, Tzeva features modern, shareable Mediterranean cuisine with Israeli influences from Executive Chef Ken Shiro Lumpkin.

Full of bright colors and global spices, Tzeva’s dishes are inspired by local art and seasonal ingredients with a focus on health-conscious options, including fresh vegetables, local fish, and lean meats that pair with Tzeva’s rare Mediterranean wines and exotic-tasting cocktails.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Breakfast
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(941) 413-7425 ext. 110
Website
http://www.tzevasarasota.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Ken Lumpkin
Catering
Our sales department works closely with our chef to provide wonderful options of varying sizes and prices for catered events, which can also include a full bar and serving staff if required.
Private party facilities
At Tzeva, with terrace, and our Gallery Bar all provide a wide range of possibilities for events and are very versatile to any occasion.

Location
1255 N Palm Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236
Neighborhood
Sarasota
Cross street
N Palm Ave Garage, the first 2 hours are free.
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Easter Buffet
$75.00 per person
Apr 20, 2025 only
Pique your palette with this delectable Easter Buffet. Choose from options including carved Easter ham, spiced papaya glaze, whole grain mustard, slow roasted lamb leg, spatchcock game hen, grilled swordfish, smoked salmon, shrimp cocktail, an assortment of breakfast dishes; sides include roasted butternut squash, burrata, thyme honey, aged balsamic, pepitas, truffled Yukon mashed potatoes, flash roasted haricot verts, crispy prosciutto, lemon zest, 5 spiced baked baby carrots, toasted almonds alongside an array of salad options and dressings, and finally chef's choice desserts. Add on Wine Pairings for $25. Child price is $30. Enjoy Live Jazz from 11-2. Reservations required. Price not inclusive of tax and gratuity.
Mother's Day Brunch Buffet
$75.00 per person
May 11, 2025 only
FROM MEZZE TO MIMOSAS, TREAT MOM TO A FEAST FULL OF FLAVORS. Enjoy the following buffet stations: CARVING STATION - Herb-Encrusted Prime Rib, Smoked Turkey. PROTEINS - Red snapper, Fried chicken. COLD STATION - Smoked salmon, Shrimp cocktail. SIDES - Orange-cardamom, roasted sweet potatoes, Ol’ country girl braised greens, Spaghetti squash casserole. SALAD STATION - Mediterranean orzo pasta salad. TZEVA mezze, Chopped romaine, Organic mesclun mix, Classic Caesar. BREAKFAST - Avocado toast station, Scrambled egg station, Frittata, Pork sausage & applewood, smoked, bacon. CHEF'S CHOICE DESSERTS. Child price is $30. Add on Wine Pairings for $25.00. Price exclusive of tax and gratuity. Reservations required.
2025 Spring Art Opening Dinner
$69.00 per person
May 21, 2025 only
Celebrate the Art Opening by enjoying a three-course dinner featuring an artist talk during each course. Join in on the following: start with an Amuse Bouche: A little something from the chef. First course: rabbit crepinette, mixed olives, red onion, shiso, fennel, fresh herbs, spiced carrot puree, dill oil. Second course: Surf & turf - braised lamb saddle, smoked Japanese, potato pave, minted pea puree, sear scallop, vegetables cous cous, brown butter. Dessert course: Granny smith apple galette, sauce caramel, vanilla bean ice cream, salted granola. Included: Three-Course Dinner, Cocktail Reception from 6pm-7pm, Live entertainment during the reception, Artists Talks during dinner, Voucher to return for an Art Tour, Valet Parking. Price per person is $69.00 exclusive of tax and gratuity. Add on wine pairings for $25.00. Advance reservations are required.

Popular dishes

Lord Byron's Verse$13.00
Kaffir Lime Leaf Gin, muddled cucumber, sage, lime, lemon
The Great Escape$13.00
Oolong Tea Rye Whiskey, Metaxa, Campari, Carpano Antica sweet vermouth, bitters
Hera & Aphrodite$13.00
Vodka, Green Chartreuse, lime, pear
Sacred Corners$13.00
Palo Santo Infused Reposado Tequila, passionfruit, lime, orange, rose petal
Roman Mai Tai$13.00
Coco Cartel, Campari, lime, orgeat, orange curacao, cinnamon
Midnight At the Oasis$13.00
Metaxa Grande Fine, Sherry

Beer

Funky Buddha Floridian Wheat$8.00
Cigar City Jal Alai IPA$8.00
Yuengling Lager$7.00
Stella Pilsner$7.00
Michelob Ultra Lager Dogfish Head Sea Quench$6.50
Ale Session Sour$8.00
Heineken Light | 0.0 Alcohol$7.00

Wine

Sparkling

Domaine St Michelle, Brut, Washington$10.00
Veuve Clicquot, Brut, "Yellow Label", Champagne, France$29.00

White

Louis Jadot, Chardonnay, "Steel", Burgundy, France$15.00
The Seeker, Pino Gris, Veneto, Italy$10.00
Duck Horn, Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand$14.00
Samas, Vermentino/Chardonnay, Sardinia Italy$14.00

Red

A To Z Wineworks, Pinot Noir, Oregon$15.00
Simi, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma County, California$15.00
Carmel Road, Cabernet Sauvignon, California$10.00
Meomi, Pinot Noir, Sonoma County, California$15.00
Mastroberardino, Redimore Irpinia Aglianico, Campania Italy$16.00

What 372 people are saying

Tzeva reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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

4.3Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Sarasota / Bradenton
Innovative
Sarasota / Bradenton
Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Tzeva, nestled in the Art Ovation Hotel, offers a "wonderful experience" with a modern Mediterranean twist. Guests rave about "delicious food" like the lamb shank and black sesame crème brûlée. The "friendly and professional" service, along with surprise entertainment such as a belly dancer, ensures a memorable dining occasion.

372 Reviews

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Eduard VIP
Portland1 review
3.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I'm Israeli, this is not authentic food. I was hoping for home food flavor and cravings. I was disappointed.
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Marsha
Los Angeles16 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Every dish was delectable! The goat cheese starter is a must. The waiter was friendly yet professional and knowledgeable about the entrees, wine and pairing. This was my first time eating at Tzeva but I wil definitely be back for seconds…
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Melissa
Washington DC4 reviews
3.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Very limited menu. Had an issue that my food had nuts without it being listed on menu,
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valeriana
Tampa3 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was delicious. The service was excellent. Our server was in training, but he was obviously very experienced and professional. We sat on the terrace. It was pretty windy on that side of the hotel and a bit noisy, we should've sat inside. This is not my first time at Tzeva, but my first review. Highly recommended.
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Clark VIP
West Palm Beach156 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 7, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Good food and service wasn’t very busy. Would try again
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Suzanne
New York City12 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great meal and the staff was wonderful. The selection of appetizers was varied and we shared two, plus our main courses (lamb shank was tender). The black sesame dessert was especially good.
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Marc VIP
Tampa4 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Batu is one of the best waiters in SRQ. He always goes out of his way to make the experience exceptional.
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sara
New York City2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food, nice atmosphere and surprise entertainment as well! It was a fun experience!
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Fred
Orlando41 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We enjoyed a lovely dinner at Tzeva, a modern Mediterranean inspired gem in the beautiful Art Ovation hotel downtown this evening. Everything we ordered was delicious, highly recommend! We started with Vegetarian Hummus with fresh warm pita bread as well as gluten free pita, with a fresh herbal flavor which was great. The toasted feta with thyme honey was wonderful and the Israeli Salad was colorful and flavorful with an assortment of chopped vegetables. The Grouper Shashlik had a nice amount of spice, and the Wagyu Short Rib melted in your mouth. The Agricola Samas Vermentino-Chardonnay from Sardinia ($40) was a good complement to the food, and actually reminded us of a Riesling or Gewurtztraminer. For dessert, we enjoyed the Black Sesame Creme Brûlée. Our server Pietro was charming and professional and added a little Old World charm to the experience. Mary, the manager was warm and welcoming and both she and Pietro made good suggestions and anticipated our needs.
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Thomas VIP
Chicago19 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 29, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
excellently prepared dishes using v good ingredients. and different than what you will find at most other restaurants in Sarasota.
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FAQs

Tzeva offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 413-7425 ext. 110.

Tzeva is rated 4.4 stars by 372 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Apr 19, 2025

April 2025

7:30 PM

Booked 6 times today

Experiences are available.

1255 N Palm Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
N Palm Ave Garage, the first 2 hours are free.
Neighborhood
Sarasota
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Breakfast
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Ken Lumpkin
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.tzevasarasota.com/
Phone number
(941) 413-7425 ext. 110
Catering
Our sales department works closely with our chef to provide wonderful options of varying sizes and prices for catered events, which can also include a full bar and serving staff if required.
Private party facilities
At Tzeva, with terrace, and our Gallery Bar all provide a wide range of possibilities for events and are very versatile to any occasion.

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Tzeva

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Dining areas

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Easter Buffet

Mother's Day Brunch Buffet

2025 Spring Art Opening Dinner

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Chicken

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Cocktails

Lord Byron's Verse$13.00

The Great Escape$13.00

Hera & Aphrodite$13.00

Sacred Corners$13.00

Roman Mai Tai$13.00

Midnight At the Oasis$13.00

Beer

Funky Buddha Floridian Wheat$8.00

Cigar City Jal Alai IPA$8.00

Yuengling Lager$7.00

Stella Pilsner$7.00

Michelob Ultra Lager Dogfish Head Sea Quench$6.50

Ale Session Sour$8.00

Heineken Light | 0.0 Alcohol$7.00

Wine

Sparkling

Domaine St Michelle, Brut, Washington$10.00

Veuve Clicquot, Brut, "Yellow Label", Champagne, France$29.00

White

Louis Jadot, Chardonnay, "Steel", Burgundy, France$15.00

The Seeker, Pino Gris, Veneto, Italy$10.00

Duck Horn, Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand$14.00

Samas, Vermentino/Chardonnay, Sardinia Italy$14.00

Red

A To Z Wineworks, Pinot Noir, Oregon$15.00

Simi, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma County, California$15.00

Carmel Road, Cabernet Sauvignon, California$10.00

Meomi, Pinot Noir, Sonoma County, California$15.00

Mastroberardino, Redimore Irpinia Aglianico, Campania Italy$16.00

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