Carr’s Corner Cafe

Service was slow as not enough wait staff or cooks for number of tables. Not family friendly for menu or rest rooms. My burger without mayo came out with mayo on it.

I was treated with a visit to Carr’s while in Sarasota on business. A truly delicious meal and a great experience.
The food is the main attraction here. Unbelievable menu choices. I had soup and a sandwich. First, this was no ordinary soup. It was vegan curry cauliflower with fresh cilantro on top. Crazy good. Exactly the right amount of building warmth for a rainy lunchtime meal. Then there was the sandwich. It was a special that day: roast turkey on pumpernickel with apple butter and spinach. Pressed to perfection to create a warm, slightly crunchy, sweet and savory sandwich that was just delicious. I could have had some cheddar on it as well but I opted not. With my soup and sammy I enjoyed the endless sweet tea. With gusto.
Not to be outdone by the food, the staff are a friendly, welcoming sort. My glass was always full and answers to questions about food prep were answered knowledgeably and promptly. The atmosphere has a true «local, Bay Area» feel. Everything is clean and well cared for.

If you like normal good American food in a small comfortable, no frills well lit shack, and if you like friendly wait persons and cheerful people then this neighborhood restaurant is just for you. We really liked it a lot.

Great surprise in the neighborhood, don’t let the looks outside keep you away, the food inside is excellent.

One of the hidden GEMS of Sarasota! If you are looking for fancy, this is not it… But if you are homesick and looking for moms homemade soup this is the place! Don’t let the structure fool you! Go and try some yummy lunch :)

Limited menu but quick and cheerful service from this family owned establishment. As the sign says «prepared to be surprised.» Hearty soup, free brewed iced tea, delicious brownies and generous sizes. I’ll be back!

I went to Carr’s today for lunch and all I can say is, «What took me so long?»
Had a great burger perfectly cooked and seasoned with fresh spinach, tomato, pickles, feta cheese and a scrumptious red… bell pepper spread and also served with tzatziki. My cup of soup was a creamy Curry with tortellini and mushrooms. Very good and had the other half of the burger to take home for later. I will be back! See More.

I love this place. Gear options for vegetarians, extremely friendly service. I keep going back for more.

I love this unassuming restaurant on North Tamiami Trail in Sarasota. It is owned and operated by a woman who is concerned with healthy and delicious food. My favorites are the soups, quickes, salads of every kind and tofu wrap. She only uses the best ingredients. And the service is always friendly and attentive. Don’t expect white table clothes here. Only a meal you will come back for again and again.

My sister recommended this place to me, and when I pulled up I was definitely skeptical… but after eating the Flemish Farm soup and roast beef sandwich I was convinced! It was such a cute family owned place; both the service and food was wonderful.

I ordered a ruben and it was great. It was a little more money than I wanted to spend. If it was $ 1.50 cheaper I would be a regular.

This is a gem of a place off of Tamiami Trail. It’s not the most attractive building and it’s very easy to write it off due to the sketchy neighborhood. Don’t judge a book by its cover! Everything is clean and neat inside and packed full of the restaurant’s regulars. The menu changes frequently and the fruits/​veggies are bought locally.
I had one of their daily lunch specials and it was pretty amazing.
The service is great and the food fresh!
the only downside of this place is that it’s open 8 – 2:30 M-​F
I wish they served brunch!

Good food and service. Nothing fancy and just a bit pricy for lunch. The food was good.

Carr’s corner is that little yellow and white building you always drive by while going down 41 and wonder what the heck is at that place.
Well let me tell you probably the best ruben I’ve ever had is hiding at Carr’s corner café. I was there for lunch with some co-​workers who are regulars but this was my first time. The menu has what you might expect from a small café, expect they have a lot of good veggie and vegan selections as well as things for us omnivore types. It is also well known that the owner makes a real effort to buy local and organic so another plus.
Prices were very reasonable and like I said, the best ruben I’ve had in years if not ever. Not sure what it was but the flavors layered nicely and everything was fresh and tasty. Also, it was a reasonable portion size. Not those jaw breaker ones with three tons of meat. I know there are those who prefer a huge amount of meat, but do you really need it? I don’t think so. Everything else my co-​workers had looked great as well.
Make the stop on 41 and give it a try instead of the fast food things you usually stop at.

Small joint, great food! Sharon Carr’s lunch spot may not look appetizing from the Tamiami Trail (just north of the art school on the west), but you’re not eating the edifice. Sharon buys fresh organics each Saturday at the downtown Farmer’s Market and sustains a reliable lunch menu supplemented with a variety of novel specials. Locals know this is real deal and the legion of regulars is testimony to Sharon’s ability to make this place work (where previous restaurants have not). [This humble «corner café» is the most persistent non-​franchise restaurant on 41 from Downtown to the Manatee County Line.]