Blue Dolphin Cafe

Cafes in Sarasota, Florida

4.5 (971)

CategoryCafes Β· American restaurant, Breakfast restaurant, Brunch restaurant, Restaurant
Address470 John Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34236
StreetJohn Ringling Boulevard
AreaSarasota, Florida
Phone(941) 388-3566
Google rating 4.5 (971)

Hours

Monday7 am–2 pm
Tuesday7 am–2 pm
Wednesday7 am–2 pm
Thursday7 am–2 pm
Friday7 am–2 pm
Saturday7 am–2 pm
Sunday7 am–2 pm

About Blue Dolphin Cafe

We are an intimate, fun cafe serving breakfast and lunch daily. During the winter season, December through April we are open for Friday evening dinners. Our menu consists of freshly prepared breakfast and lunch fare with daily specials prepared by our Culinary Institute graduates.

Located at 470 John Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34236, Blue Dolphin Cafe operates as a cafe serving Sarasota in Florida. This page gathers the practical details people usually look for before visiting: where it is, how to reach it, when it opens and how customers rate it. Google also lists it under american restaurant, breakfast restaurant, brunch restaurant, which is worth knowing if you are comparing several options in the area.

In Sarasota, coffee shops cluster around downtown offices, college campuses and the main commercial streets of residential neighborhoods, and the independents usually close by mid-afternoon while chains stay open into the evening. Across Florida, drive-thru coffee stands and kiosks fill the gap in suburbs and along highways, and roasters often sell bags and brewing gear at the counter. Check the listing for hours, whether the cafe takes mobile orders, and its Google rating and recent reviews; parking is easiest at suburban locations, while downtown shops rely on street meters or nearby garages. Loyalty programs are common and worth joining if you are a regular.

The business lists hours on 7 days of the week. The most common schedule is 7 am–2 pm. As with most places, expect changes around holidays; the phone number below is the fastest way to confirm. The listed phone number is (941) 388-3566. Many businesses also reply to text messages on the same number if it is a cell phone. More information is available on its website, bluedolphincafe.com.

On Google it holds a rating of 4.5 out of 5 from 971 reviews, which is a strong result for a cafe in Sarasota and suggests consistent service.

Sarasota is in Florida, in the Southeast, where summers are long, hot and humid, winters are mild, and afternoon thunderstorms and the hurricane season from June to November can change plans at short notice. US addresses list the street number and name, then the city, state abbreviation and ZIP code, and Sarasota follows the same pattern; a suite or apartment number such as Ste 200 refers to a unit inside the building. The map link on this page shows the exact spot.

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Latest Google reviews

The 5 most recent reviews shown on Google Maps. Reviews belong to their authors; read all of them on Google.

Rebecca Moore 2 months ago

Friendly employees, mediocre food. It was quite flavorless actually. I got a breakfast sandwich and this didn’t taste like sourdough or even fresh bread. Coffee was okay. Cute piece of real estate but didn’t smell the greatest. I’d love to give this a higher mark because of the friendly employees but in good conscience- I just cant.

Angelk Perez 3 months ago

Small diner at a beachside. Plenty of other stores to shop around and browse while you wait your turn in line. Service was good nothing bad to note. Wait was 15 to 20 minutes on a Sunday morning for two. Parties of 4 or more usually took 30+ minutes ot get sat. I got the biscuits and Gravy and the corned beef hash. Gravy was delicious but the biscuits dry as a bone. Corned beef hash was filled with delicious flavor and didn't need a single thing added. The pancakes were delicious although they look flat. Overall great experience and good pricing for the food.

Just Jana 3 months ago

We decided to try the Blue Dolphin Cafe on a recent trip to St. Armand's after reading the reviews. First, let me say that the food was really good. They source their eggs locally, and they were delicious. The pancakes also have a great flavor. Service was fast. I have to say, however, that I would not return. The place did not feel welcoming. We were greeted, but it was extremely curt and 'formal,' and it continued that way throughout our meal. No smiles or friendly banter at all. It felt awkward.

Dean Kolstad 6 months ago

First impression when we walked in on Tuesday morning at 10:40am… smells a bit like a public restroom at the beach. Wet, musty and dirty. Floors were visibly dirty, lots of dust hanging on the old tv stand right above our table/food. Staff was not friendly. Borderline rude. A table was pointed out for us to talk (2 of us) and a service said β€œwhat do you want to drink”. Not, hi welcome in, thanks for coming, a smile, nothing. We decided to share the Blue Dolphin Special. Half way because we just wanted to leave but didn’t wanna be rude. The motto on the menus reads β€œWe are friendly, courteous people, serving fresh, quality food in a clean environment!” Food was good. Hard to get a β€œwow” from breakfast but it was cooked perfectly and tasted good. Nothing special. We won’t be back.

Ann-Marie 7 months ago

DANG! I think this may have been the best breakfast spot I've been to on vacation. Seriously. It was very clean. Not sticky and worn out like a lot of small cafes in beach towns. The service was incredible. So friendly and fast! The menu had both breakfast and lunch all day. They also had mimosas! We, of course, had the mimosas but we also had pancakes and French toast, with a side of eggs and bacon. Everything was delicious! Reasonable prices too. If i lived in the area, I would be here nearly every day for sure. Highly recommend.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Blue Dolphin Cafe located?

Blue Dolphin Cafe is at 470 John Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34236, in Sarasota, Florida. Use the β€œOpen in Google Maps” button on this page for directions.

What kind of business is Blue Dolphin Cafe?

Blue Dolphin Cafe is listed as a cafe and is also tagged on Google as american restaurant, breakfast restaurant, brunch restaurant.

What are the hours of Blue Dolphin Cafe?

Published hours are Monday: 7 am–2 pm; Tuesday: 7 am–2 pm; Wednesday: 7 am–2 pm; Thursday: 7 am–2 pm; Friday: 7 am–2 pm; Saturday: 7 am–2 pm; Sunday: 7 am–2 pm. Hours can change on holidays, so call before a special trip.

Is Blue Dolphin Cafe open on Sunday?

Yes, on Sunday it is open 7 am–2 pm.

What is the phone number of Blue Dolphin Cafe?

You can call Blue Dolphin Cafe at (941) 388-3566.

How is Blue Dolphin Cafe rated on Google?

Blue Dolphin Cafe has a Google rating of 4.5 out of 5 from 971 reviews.

Does Blue Dolphin Cafe have a website?

Yes, the website of Blue Dolphin Cafe is bluedolphincafe.com (linked on this page).

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