FLORENCE AND THE SPICE BOYS – Middle Eastern
Florence & The Spice Boys started as a food truck circling Sarasota in 2019 before settling into brick-and-mortar homes for its Mediterranean menu. The kitchen built its name on crisp falafel with a distinctive kick, served in a rainbow bowl loaded with vegetables or tucked into pita with chicken shawarma, mushroom, or eggplant. Baba ghanoush, okra chaat, and a vegan sweet potato starter round out a menu leaning plant-based without losing flavor. Diners praise the light, airy dining rooms and generous patio seating, plus a staff that keeps the vibe warm on busy nights. It remains a genuine Sarasota original.
4990 S TAMIAMI TRL, SARASOTA, FL, 34231 941-928-1147 https://www.florenceandthespiceboys.com/order-online/0Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, soy-free
Diet fit at FLORENCE AND THE SPICE BOYS
Dairy-Free at FLORENCE AND THE SPICE BOYS
FLORENCE AND THE SPICE BOYS in Sarasota has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Snicker Dates, Masabacha Hummus and Baba Ghanoush. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at FLORENCE AND THE SPICE BOYS
FLORENCE AND THE SPICE BOYS in Sarasota has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Baba Ghanoush and Warm Calabrian Olives. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at FLORENCE AND THE SPICE BOYS
FLORENCE AND THE SPICE BOYS in Sarasota has 11 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Bhel Puri, Snicker Dates and Sticky Croissant Pudding. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at FLORENCE AND THE SPICE BOYS
FLORENCE AND THE SPICE BOYS in Sarasota has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Australian Lamb Chops. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at FLORENCE AND THE SPICE BOYS
FLORENCE AND THE SPICE BOYS in Sarasota has 6 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Snicker Dates, Masabacha Hummus and Baba Ghanoush. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at FLORENCE AND THE SPICE BOYS
FLORENCE AND THE SPICE BOYS in Sarasota has 10 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Bhel Puri, Snicker Dates and Sticky Croissant Pudding. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at FLORENCE AND THE SPICE BOYS
FLORENCE AND THE SPICE BOYS in Sarasota has 3 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Masabacha Hummus, Sweet Potato Focaccia and Warm Calabrian Olives. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at FLORENCE AND THE SPICE BOYS
FLORENCE AND THE SPICE BOYS in Sarasota has 1 low-fat-tagged dish on its current menu, including Lavender Margarita. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at FLORENCE AND THE SPICE BOYS
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Lamb Flatbread | 68.8 g | 54.2 g |
| Bhel Puri | 143.4 g | 46.2 g |
| Chicken Shawarma Pita | 23.5 g | 36.7 g |
| Kataifi | 148.4 g | 34.7 g |
| Miso Honey Salmon | 61.6 g | 33.3 g |
| Baba Ghanoush | 108.5 g | 24.5 g |
| Falafel Bowl | 61.8 g | 22.3 g |
| Lavender Margarita | 123.9 g | 16.7 g |
| Falafel Pita | 5.9 g | 12.5 g |
| Fried Chicken Sandwich | 17.9 g | 9.1 g |
| Tempura Cauliflower | 12.3 g | 7.6 g |
| Australian Lamb Chops | 17.5 g | 6.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Menu
Starters and Mezze
- Baba Ghanoush - $12: mint & extra virgin olive oil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Masabacha Hummus - $15: tahini, zhug, crispy chickpea Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet Potato Focaccia - $15: pistachio, honey, za'atar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Warm Calabrian Olives - $13: almonds & preserved lemon Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bhel Puri - $10: indian trail mix, peanuts, green apple, coriander chutney, yogurt, tamarind Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kataifi - $14: halloumi, filo pastry, hot honey, sesame aioli Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Corn Ribs - $13: brown butter szechuan & sweet soy Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tempura Cauliflower - $15: goma dare, lime oil, pickled radish Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Handhelds and Pitas
- Jerusalem Beef Pita - $17: amba cream, zhug, side house salad, tahini, dates and almonds Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spice Boys Burger - $19: 8oz brisket, secret sauce, pickles, romaine, American cheese, sesame bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Chicken Sandwich - $17: okonomiyaki sauce, kewpie, pickles, slaw Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Flatbread - $22: pistachio, pine nuts, dates, sumac onion, garlic toum Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Shawarma Pita - $13: chicken thigh, pickled slaw, mild banana peppers, egg, tahini, zhug, amba Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Falafel Pita - $13: hummus, smoked harissa, beet tahini, pickled slaw, amba, mild garden pickle Available at: dinner, lunch
Rainbow Bowls
- Falafel Bowl - $25: hummus, tahini, grilled halloumi, coconut blue rice, slaw, banana pepper, greens, harissa, sesame, egg Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Shawarma Bowl - $27: hummus, tahini, grilled halloumi, coconut blue rice, slaw, banana pepper, greens, harissa, sesame, egg Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Harissa Shrimp Bowl - $28: hummus, tahini, grilled halloumi, coconut blue rice, slaw, banana pepper, greens, harissa, sesame, egg Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Plates
- Lamb Shank Tagine - $31: slow cooked, hummus, zhug, pomegranate Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Miso Honey Salmon - $29: chinese chop salad, peanut vinaigrette, crispy wonton Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Australian Lamb Chops - $35: peruvian pepper sauce & coriander chutney Dietary tags: Low-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Snicker Dates - $8: organic dates, peanut butter, pecan covered dark chocolate Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Cholesterol
- Sticky Croissant Pudding - $13: chocolate chip and croissant pudding, pistachio cream & golden sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Buttermilk Custard Pie - $11: toasted marshmallow & pretzel crunch Dietary tags: Pescatarian
Beverages
- Watermelon Margarita - $15: tequila, watermelon juice, lime
- Lavender Margarita - $16: tequila, butterfly pea lavender syrup, combier, lime, lavender bitters Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Flobucha Kombucha - $7: seasonal flavors Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Espresso - $3.5: freshly brewed espresso
Frequently Asked Questions about FLORENCE AND THE SPICE BOYS
- Is FLORENCE AND THE SPICE BOYS dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. FLORENCE AND THE SPICE BOYS has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Snicker Dates, Masabacha Hummus and Baba Ghanoush.
- What can I eat at FLORENCE AND THE SPICE BOYS on a dairy-free diet?
- Snicker Dates, Masabacha Hummus and Baba Ghanoush carry the dairy-free tag, out of 5 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does FLORENCE AND THE SPICE BOYS have vegan options?
- Yes. 6 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Snicker Dates and Masabacha Hummus.
- Is FLORENCE AND THE SPICE BOYS gluten-free?
- 2 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at FLORENCE AND THE SPICE BOYS?
- Lamb Flatbread, at roughly 54.2g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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