Kolucan

4.6

327 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary Mexican

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2 people

Dec 25, 2024

7:30 PM

Booked 3 times today

Neighborhood gem
Great for happy hour
Great for brunch

Discover a culinary adventure where Mexican tradition meets modern innovation. Our talented chefs have crafted a menu that will tantalize your taste buds. Enjoy the perfect fusion of flavors in the heart of Gulf Gate, Sarasota. Join us for exceptional cuisine, handcrafted cocktails, and a vibrant atmosphere!

We're pleased to offer indoor and outdoor dining and a prime happy hour and cocktail spot in our Frida Lounge!

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary Mexican, Mexican, Traditional Mexican
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Sat 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(941) 921-3133
Website
http://www.kolucan.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Gino Calleja / Jose Rojas
Private party facilities
Need a venue for your next party or meeting? The Frida Lounge is the perfect choice! Our private space can accommodate up to 50 guests and offers a variety of seating options. Let us help you create a memorable event.

Location
6644 Gateway Ave, Sarasota, FL 34231
Neighborhood
Gulf Gate Estates
Cross street
Gulf Gate and Gateway Ave
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

What 327 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Sarasota / Bradenton
Great for brunch
Sarasota / Bradenton
Neighborhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Kolucan offers "the best Mexican food in the area," with dishes like mole with short rib and carne asada praised for their authenticity and flavor. The atmosphere is lively, with "wonderful service" and a "fun date night" vibe. Specialty cocktails, especially Mezcal, and unique menu items make it a standout choice.

327 Reviews

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Heather
VIP
Jacksonville
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Felt like the waiter was very disengaged. The food was just ok for the price.
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Silvio
Naples
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We sat in the Frida Lounge. Food was very good and service was great.
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fred
Tampa
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderfl food,wonderful service and a completely satisfying evening and experience. Cant wait to go back again
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Joe
Tampa
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 6, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Waiter Recommended Margarita was small with a large ice cube in the middle. Not much to drink. Carne asada was tough and not as well seasoned as it should have been. Charging for salsa and Tortilla chips is pushing the limits especially when they weren’t that good.
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Brenda
VIP
Tampa
29 reviews
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on December 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding in every way from the service to the incredible food! Flavors that are unique and especially tasty. Mexican food to the highest level of accomplishment from this special restaurant and kitchen. Highly recommend!
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Maxine
Tampa
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on December 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I took my sister and brother in law here for birthday lunch. It was delicious, from cocktails to appetizers to main course. We were too full to try deserts but will try them next time. They looked tantalizing.
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Karen
Tampa
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 4, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The server and owner were lovely, making sure we enjoyed our initial experience at Kolucan. We will return. Thank you. I enjoyed the Vegan nachos.
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Patty
Atlanta Metro
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on December 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
great food and service! Definitely will return again
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JohnS
Baltimore
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We've dined at Kolucan before, it's still the most authentic Mexican cusine in Sarasota. This time, it was outside so we could bring our dog. The outdoor dining is fine, though a little noisy from cars. Bur their version of a smoked mezcal Old Fashioned made me forget all that. Heavenly.
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Nancy
VIP
Pittsburgh
165 reviews
5.0
165 reviews
Dined on November 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great outdoor seating and atmosphere. Food was delicious. Service by JUAN WAS EXCEPTIONAL!
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FAQs

Kolucan offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 921-3133.

Kolucan is rated 4.6 stars by 327 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 25, 2024

7:30 PM

Booked 3 times today

Order delivery or takeout

6644 Gateway Ave, Sarasota, FL 34231

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Gulf Gate and Gateway Ave
Neighborhood
Gulf Gate Estates
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Sat 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary Mexican, Mexican, Traditional Mexican
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Gino Calleja / Jose Rojas
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Website
http://www.kolucan.com/
Phone number
(941) 921-3133
Private party facilities
Need a venue for your next party or meeting? The Frida Lounge is the perfect choice! Our private space can accommodate up to 50 guests and offers a variety of seating options. Let us help you create a memorable event.

Kolucan

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Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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What 327 people are saying

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FAQs

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Is Kolucan currently accepting reservations?

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