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Serves meat, vegan options available. Menu is seasonal and marks the vegetarian and vegan choices. Open Mon-Sat 8:00am-10:00pm.


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55 Reviews

First Review by Rburnettcpa

tofudog!

Points +163

Vegan
08 Mar 2024

Vegan heaven 🤤

Amazing selection of vegan options and enough non vegan options to keep the meat addicted members of the party happy. Ordered the mushroom burger and the crispy crab roll to split with my non vegan grandmother and we both fell in love. Was told by one of the chicken orderers that they'd order the crispy crab roll if they ever came back- so would I! Finished with the chocolate tart which was also quite good.

Updated from previous review on 2024-03-08

Sarah0496

Points +787

Vegan
05 Oct 2023

Decent food, poor service

Food was ok but waiter was extremely rude. I don’t know his name (he had glasses and a mustache) but after he told us his sushi recommendations, I simply asked if one of the sushi rolls was good and his response was “ I already told you what I recommend, you can order whatever you want” in a condescending and irritated tone. Wouldn’t come back here again simply because of poor service.

valarie

Points +226

Vegan
27 Aug 2023

Best restaurant in Sarasota

Food is made from scratch and so yummy. I love the staff, service is great. This is my favorite restaurant to dine at. The wine selection is also very good and selected with care. They offer tasting menus for Valentine’s Day and new years as well that we love to attend. I would give it a five star if I could.

Pros: Food is made from scratch , Great wine selection , Awesome vegan selections

Cons: None

Monte2023

Points +17

Vegetarian
31 May 2023

Amazing

Absolutely amazing food with quite a few options for vegans, vegetarians and pescatarians. They are mindful of portions sizes and are thoughtful in their drink selections. I had the gnocchi sharable plate as an appetizer. It is good size for two. The mushroom bundle with risotto is comfort food that I couldn't stop eating. The Burmese Noodle Bowl was flavorful and served some heat. Service was super friendly! The overall experience was very comfortable with a touch of modern.

Pros: Appetizers, Atmosphere , Service

TommyHayes

Points +190

Vegan
07 May 2023

Mushroom burger

They had several different options to choose from and the vegan sushi sounded great but I got the mushroom burger per their recommendation and it was very good.

SophiaTara

Points +200

Vegan
25 Mar 2023

Pleasantly Surprised!

Some real gems on this menu - highly recommend all of the Japanese inspired dishes. I could eat the mushroom spider roll and the caterpillar roll every day! I love tofu, but the tofu app was bland (gotta cut this one smaller or marinate it) and the Brussels app was undercooked (not sure how the kitchen missed that one, we could tell as soon as it was dropped). Entrees and dessert were all hits 👍🏼

A very filling and satisfying meal, highly recommend!

Pros: Menu is basically plant-based by default

Cons: A few bland preparations, Meat and fish are also served

Dlistman35

Points +54

Vegan
22 Feb 2023

Absolutely delicious!

We vacationed in siesta key where there weren’t many vegan options, but went out to Sarasota one night to try Lila- wow were we impressed! The menu is mostly vegan but had about 3-5 non-vegan options if you are dining out with meat eaters. There was a large variety of different cuisines. My favorite dishes were the mushroom burger and the vegan sushi. So many amazing looking options, can’t wait to eat here again!

TracyWeb

Points +743

Vegan
21 Feb 2023

Delicious!

Most of the menu is vegan! My partner and I tried the pasta, rice rolls and seitan sandwich, everything was very good! Only con would be that it is a bit pricey.

Vegan!

Points +158

Vegan
10 Dec 2022

Great!

Super nice staff. Waitress was great even when serving a large party of us. She was very attentive and organized. Food was Delicious! I just had the Romain salad a gluten free bread on my last visit, but everyone I was with enjoyed all different vegan dishes and loved them. Everything is house made including dressings and sauces.

Pros: Nice atmosphere , Nice staff, Mostly vegan place

Cons: Not all vegan, A little expensive

RockPTFitness

Points +418

Vegan
30 Nov 2022

Varied vegan menu

This is a lovely restaurant, it has great vegan options with friendly staff and relaxed atmosphere.

We started with some sharing plates, which were delicious. The dragon tofu was my favourite. We also had the yam wedges and ‘crab cakes’, which were also really good.

I had a BBQ tofu sushi roll to follow which was ok, it wasn’t very flavourful and it was pretty small. I wouldn’t order it again. My husband had the Med bowl, which he enjoyed but probably wouldn’t eat again.

I’m definitely a fan of the sharing plates and would stick to ordering those on our next visit. Really great restaurant though!

Pros: Full vegan menu, Nice atmosphere, Great service

Cons: Expensive

NicoleKurban

Points +445

Vegan
24 Jul 2022

Amazing restaurant

Every single thing we ordered was 10/10, can’t wait to go back

Pros: Lots of vegan options , Lots of gluten free options , great wine

Cons: Serves meat

HMilton87

Points +172

Vegan
19 Jul 2022

This place is awesome

Sooo many vegan options. Sushi was amazing!

greenhornet

Points +22

Vegan
28 Jun 2022

Delicious food, wow!

It was great! The pasta was a unique flavor and delicious. The presentation of the sushi rolls was excellent and tasted amazing.

Pros: Friendly knowledgeable server, Quites, Menu clearly marked Vegan and GF

Cons: Serves meat, A tad pricey

GracefulVegan

Points +172

Vegan
21 May 2022

Highly recommended

kale guacamole, tofu BLT w/avocado sandwich & cheesecake were all excellent!

Pros: Lots of vegan choices, Great atmosphere , Friendly staff

LucySharon

Points +444

Vegan
15 May 2022

Best Food in Town

The vegan sushi !! All desserts were vegan. Nicely presented meal. Everything we ordered was perfect. Highly recommend this restaurant.

Pros: Delicious , Quality food, Great service.

xxxx

Points +267

Vegan
11 May 2022

Amazing!

This restaurant is easily the best for vegans in Sarasota . The food is amazing. Everything we tried was delicious. The service was kind, welcoming, and warm. The atmosphere is fancy but inviting and casual.

NataliaLange

Points +792

Vegan
13 Apr 2022

*hey lila, the stars're about to fall (into this review)*

lila was absolutely amazing. our waitress was super sweet, and the atmosphere was generally really lovely, kind of upscale but also casually beachy, so i didn't feel underdressed.
got the rice tots to start with, on a recommendation, and they indeed did not disappoint, they were delicious.
for my entree, i was stuck between a couple things, but went with the mushroom burger which was absolutely delicious. the side salad was wonderful as well, really amazing dressing! our waitress said that some of my other choices were her favorites along with the burger, so i know they would have been tastey!
my husband had filet mignon, and he said it's some of the best he's had and the potatoes and asparagus were wonderful as well!
my house lemonade was also perfect and tart!
so many many options, would recommend to vegans and omnis alike!

RobinKaufman

Points +18

Vegan
01 Apr 2022

We literally have never had a less than a stellar meal here. Love this place

Udon bowl flavors are terrific. Must try the rice tots! Delicious sushi.

Pros: Lots of vegan options, Great service, Tables nicely spaced

Cons: None

stramela

Points +23

Mostly Veg
06 Nov 2021

Fabulous early dinner

Great atmosphere and super service. Place has a hip and modern vibe but cozy and warm. Sweet potato wedges and the shaved Brussels sprout appetizers were delicious. We each had a pot of tea. Burmese noodle bowl was tasty with coconut chili broth. Udon bowl was equally delicious. Chocolate tart and chocolate mousse cake were divine and the perfect end to a perfect and healthy meal. Can’t wait to return.

Pros: Lots of gluten free options, Great desserts

Petite&Chic

Points +54

Vegan
29 Jul 2021

Incredible vegan selections

Clean & cozy dining space fraught with a bevy of delicious vegan meals. Their program includes plant based sushi rolls, fresh baked bread, a saucy noodle bowl & an unbelievable blueberry cheesecake. This establishment has options for omnivores as well, great date spot or family dinner. Come during lunch as it’s slightly cheaper. I would return here swiftly & often to sample everything on their menu.

Pros: Wonderful portions , Great quality

wawawombats

Points +93

Vegan
26 May 2021

Amazing food

I'm a big fan of lucile pizza (sister restaurant to Lila) so I tried them out and they're really great! Tons of vegan options. I got the harissa yams with aioli, incredible. I also got the vegan chickn seitan Caesar wrap and it was good. Not authentic Caesar but the chickn was a great texture. Can't wait to try their sushi.

SarahBS

Points +96

Vegan
13 May 2021

I would eat here everyday if I could!

Primarily vegan with some veggie options. Meat available but have to actively choose to add it which is such a great way of doing it- turn the tables! Huge range of sharing or starters, great bowls and entrees and high quality vegan and gf sushi, and amazing deserts. Everything about this place is awesome. Eat in and take out. Macro bowl was delicious!

Pros: Mainly vegan, some veggie, limited meat, Cool, young, but upscale feel , Rooted in strong sustainability values

veganave

Points +130

Vegan
25 Mar 2021

sooo cute

food was v appetizing and the theme & decor of the place was so pleasant. staff was super sweet & ill definitely be back !!

Pros: vegan options / alternatives were clearly stated

happyinlex

Points +24

Vegan
24 Mar 2021

Vegan options

Went for carry out March of 2021, vegan burrito with soy chorizo, Asian stirfry with brown rice and tofu, vegan warm brussels sprouts slaw with coconut bacon, tofu blt and the best was the mushroom burger- dessert was a vegan blueberry cheesecake- so very good!!

rbgrier

Points +29

Vegan
24 Oct 2020

Great restaurant!

One of my favorite go to places downtown. Try the TBLT sandwich for lunch!

Pros: Lots of vegan options , Great salads , Cute atmosphere

CCbeachic

Points +24

Vegan
18 Sep 2020

Lila is a 5 Star Restaurant

Lila's food is amazing and so delicious. Celiac and other food allergies I am leaving Lila's extremely satisfied. Sweet potato wedges with cashew mayo and zucchini pasta was magnifique!

Pros: staff atmosphere FOOD!

Cons: None

KLyndsey

Points +290

Vegan
02 Sep 2020

Downtown Location

Cute downtown location with lots of clearly labeled vegan options. The mushroom burger was delicious. However, I would skip the fries - without the accompanying sauce, they are really nothing special.

The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable. Pre-COVID they seemed pretty busy on the weekends but still accept walk-ins.

Pros: Clearly labeled options , Great location , Friendly staff




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