Kona Grill - Sarasota

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   mary

   Tampa

   7 reviews

   4.0

   7 reviews

   Dined on November 28, 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Nice decor. Music was too loud so that we could not talk but the manager did turn it down. Most enjoyed their meal except those who ordered Turkey-flavorless, green beans shriveled, meal was Luke warm. The coating on the nut encrusted did not add any flavor and the white gravy had little taste. There was no bread provided so $38 for the meal seemed too high. The service as good, as He had to cover a lot of ground. Drinks were average. Have been in the past and felt much better about our meals. I would not order turkey here again.
   

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   Leslie

   Naples

   9 reviews

   5.0

   9 reviews

   Dined on November 28, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Our server, Sophia was the sweetest throughout the entire meal. Most of us had the Lemon Garlic Penne Pasta with shrimp and it was delicious! We were there on Thanksgiving but enjoyed having both turkey and many other items to choose from. One of our favorites for the holidays!
   

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   Kelsi

   Miami

   2 reviews

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   1.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on November 23, 2024

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 1

   Severely over priced and bad service. This food is glorified bar food, and costs 3X what it should. Very disappointed and won’t be back.
   

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   Kate

   Los Angeles

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on November 23, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   We had a very large party of 26 parents and lacrosse players and Jason, our server, was extremely accommodating to our large group making the dinner that much more enjoyable. The food and drinks were great, but Jason and his manager’s accommodations made the dinner really spectacular.
   

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   Kathy

   Tampa

   3 reviews

   4.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on November 22, 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   Great menu. Service great but we had to wait 45 minutes for our dinners
   

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   Melissa

   New York City

   5 reviews

   3.0

   5 reviews

   Dined on November 22, 2024

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 2

   Noisy and expensive. Food was good, but overpriced for the value.
   

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   Samantha

   Philadelphia

   3 reviews

   3.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on November 22, 2024

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   We dined at Kona Grill tonight, and unfortunately, it was a pretty disappointing experience. Here are our thoughts: Pros: •The crispy Brussels sprouts were tasty and well-prepared. •The bartender went out of their way to make me a special martini that wasn’t on the menu, which I appreciated. •The atmosphere was pleasant and inviting. Cons: •I ordered a chopped salad with bacon, but what arrived was not a chopped salad. When we asked, we were told it was, but it didn’t include bacon and had far too much dressing for the amount of salad. •The sushi was a major letdown. It was tasteless, the fish looked dry and unappealing, and the presentation was sloppy. I’m honestly hoping I don’t get sick. •The fish and chips were shockingly overpriced at $47. The dish included two small, frozen fish fillets (I’m not even sure what kind of fish) and undercooked fries. •Service was incredibly slow. We waited for everything—from drinks to the check—and what should have been a one-hour meal stretched to two, even though the restaurant wasn’t busy. When the manager asked how everything was, we shared our concerns. She did try to make amends by comping the salad, giving us $20 off, and offering a free slice of carrot cake (which was just okay). While the gesture was appreciated, it wasn’t enough to make up for such a bad meal. Sadly, we won’t be returning to Kona Grill. This was a disappointing dining experience.
   

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   Earl

   Tampa

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined on October 26, 2024

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 2

   The awful blue lights around the outside wall don’t do the food or the guests any favors. I ordered the Tuna poke bowl. The small pieces of tuna looked like liver. It did not pair well with the sushi rice underneath. Maybe they should try fried rice or some veggies. Edamame desperately needed salt. Server was great. It was Saturday night and I counted only 3 occupied tables.
   

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   Dr. Anila

   Tampa

   99 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   99 reviews

   Dined on October 25, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Our server was courteous, attentive and professional. Our cocktails, food and desserts were great!
   

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    vanessa

    New York City

    11 reviews

    1.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2

    Menu is too diverse. You don’t know what they specialize in.
    

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