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Yoder's Restaurant

3434 Bahia Vista St, Sarasota, FL 34239-7442
941-955-7771
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Ranked #29 of 648 restaurants in Sarasota
Cuisines: American
Good for: Child-friendly, Local cuisine
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Takeout, Delivery, Dessert
Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly, Local cuisine
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Takeout, Delivery, Dessert
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Bradenton, Florida
Senior Contributor
26 reviews 26 reviews
22 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

The best chocolate cake I've tasted other than homemade. Just bought the cake. The food is too boring for me.

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013 NEW

I can't believe all the hype on this place . They don't even use real whipped cream ! And the pancakes are very dry . The pie tasted like a 'jello' dessert mix from publix . Cracker barrell is 10 times better . Also very pricey . They charge for syrup! Not homemade foods .

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Naperville, Illinois
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45 reviews 45 reviews
18 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

We went to Yoder's on a friends recommendation. We fortunately went early (4:30 pm) and were seated immediately. Yoder's is homey and known for its Amish influence. The portions were large with the mashed potatoes being smooth and creamy. We were disappointed that the day we went fried chicken was not being served, however, they did have an very good... More

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YodersAmishVillage, Public Relations Manager at Yoder's Restaurant, responded to this review
10 May 2013

Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts. Hope we have the chance to serve you again next time your in the area. ~Yoder's Restaurant and Amish Village More

Cleveland, Ohio
Top Contributor
71 reviews 71 reviews
56 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

If you love good home cooking this is the place to go. The menu is full of Amish-style comfort food dishes...fried chicken, meatloaf, roast beef, turkey, etc. Have eaten here several times but keep going back to the same thing, Turkey Manhattan. It's always delicious. HUGE hot turkey sandwich, big helping of mashed potatoes, all smothered in gravy. I get... More

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YodersAmishVillage, Public Relations Manager at Yoder's Restaurant, responded to this review
10 May 2013

Thanks for the great review! See ya again, next time your are our way. ~Yoder's Restaurant and Amish Village More

East Meadow, New York
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

My husband & I wanted to eat here because this restaurant appeared on an episode of "Man v. Food" & it looked like a place that would have decent home cooked meals. After waiting on line outside the restaurant, around the end of January or beginning of February, for approximately 30-45 mins. we finally got seated as they do not... More

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YodersAmishVillage, Public Relations Manager at Yoder's Restaurant, responded to this review
10 May 2013

Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts about your experience. It is always our goal to serve the best homecooking in a fast and friendly atmosphere. We are sorry to hear that we did not meet those expectations on your visit. We are always looking for ways we can grow and better serve our customers, and your... More

London, United Kingdom
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38 reviews 38 reviews
16 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Learned about Yoder's from the TV show Man vs Food. It was busy and we had a 30 min wait for a table (Friday night at 6.30). It made for a nice change; the restaurant was very homely with the Amish influence, and the menu was huge. Portions were equally huge and we all enjoyed our meals (choices were meatloaf... More

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YodersAmishVillage, Public Relations Manager at Yoder's Restaurant, responded to this review
10 May 2013

Thank you for taking time to share your visit with us. Please visit us again next time your our way. ~Yoder's Restaurant and Amish Village More

Bradenton, Florida
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18 reviews 18 reviews
12 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Extra Large portions of old fashioned Home cooking! (Left overs are always graciously boxed to take home) Go Hungry and enjoy your favorite comfort food. They also serve some very good salad choices and sandwiches for those watching thier diet, or those who want something lighter before ordering PIE. I Love their pies, the cream pies are my personal favorite,... More

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YodersAmishVillage, Public Relations Manager at Yoder's Restaurant, responded to this review
10 May 2013

So happy you enjoy us as much as we enjoy you! ~Yoder's Restaurant and Amish Restaurant More

Fruitland Park, Florida
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

We first saw this restaurant featured on the Food Network which peaked our curiosity. Then, we played in a baseball tournament in Bradenton, so we made an extra effort to head to Sarasota for a special dinner. And THAT it was! Great home-cooked food like grandma used to make. And, the PEANUT BUTTER PIE - to DIE for!!! I even... More

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YodersAmishVillage, Public Relations Manager at Yoder's Restaurant, responded to this review
10 May 2013

Thanks for stopping buy and review us! Glad everything was as good as you hoped. Visit again ~Yoder's restaurant and Amish Village More

Hudson, FL
Top Contributor
92 reviews 92 reviews
69 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 38 cities Reviews in 38 cities
49 helpful votes 49 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2013

I was surprised, some years ago, when I first started visiting Sarasota, to learn there is an Amish community there and several Amish restaurants in this town. Yoder's is my favorite. Though some of the food would be considered "unhealthful" these days, with lots of breads, mashed potatoes, stuffing and fried foods,there are other offerings, such as lunch or dinner... More

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YodersAmishVillage, Public Relations Manager at Yoder's Restaurant, responded to this review
7 May 2013

Thank you so much for your sweet touching review. It warmed our hearts. ps... if we do ever win that "temption battle" for pie, might we suggest our popular peanut butter cream?????? Visit again soon, ~Yoder's Restaurant and Amish Village More

Sarasota, Florida
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14 reviews 14 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013

This food is very bland, no seasning. Pie was good Would not go back because the lines are too long. Many people do like this place.

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YodersAmishVillage, Public Relations Manager at Yoder's Restaurant, responded to this review
7 May 2013

Thank you for taking time to share your thoughts. Our busy season is over now, the lines have gone down. Try our summer menu that will be out in June. ~Yoder's Restaurant and Amish Village More

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