SUNNYSIDE CAFE – American
Eva Katz and Chef Tamas Benkovics' elegant café on North Tamiami Trail in Sarasota, plating veal schnitzel, lamb burgers, and fresh seafood through breakfast and lunch, with reservation-only dinners Thursday through Saturday. Scratch cooking and a full bar carry hidden-gem reviews, catering behind. It suits Sarasota schnitzel loyalty, reservation-night occasions, scratch-kitchen believers, and regulars who found the gem and guard it poorly. The three-night dinner format keeps the kitchen rested and the schnitzel consistent, scarcity doing the advertising.
4900 North Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34234 941.359.9500 https://sunnysidesrq.com/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at SUNNYSIDE CAFE
Dairy-Free at SUNNYSIDE CAFE
SUNNYSIDE CAFE in Sarasota has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken and Eggs, Pork Chop & Eggs and Soup of the Day (Bowl). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at SUNNYSIDE CAFE
SUNNYSIDE CAFE in Sarasota has 7 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken and Eggs, Pork Chop & Eggs and Soup of the Day (Bowl). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at SUNNYSIDE CAFE
SUNNYSIDE CAFE in Sarasota has 11 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Soup of the Day (Bowl), The Sunnyside Breakfast Special and The Sunnyside Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at SUNNYSIDE CAFE
SUNNYSIDE CAFE in Sarasota has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Soup of the Day (Bowl) and Grilled Salmon. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at SUNNYSIDE CAFE
SUNNYSIDE CAFE in Sarasota has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Soup of the Day (Bowl). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at SUNNYSIDE CAFE
SUNNYSIDE CAFE in Sarasota has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pork Chop & Eggs and Soup of the Day (Bowl). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at SUNNYSIDE CAFE
SUNNYSIDE CAFE in Sarasota has 2 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Soup of the Day (Bowl) and Grilled Salmon. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at SUNNYSIDE CAFE
SUNNYSIDE CAFE in Sarasota has 1 vegan-tagged dish on its current menu, including Avolicious. 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 SUNNYSIDE CAFE
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Traditional Eggs Benedict | 10.7 g | 26.9 g |
| Grilled Salmon | 0 g | 23.6 g |
| Soup of the Day (Bowl) | 2.6 g | 15.8 g |
| Two Farm Fresh Eggs | 58.3 g | 8.2 g |
| Shrimp Scampi | 3.5 g | 7.2 g |
| French Toast | 38.6 g | 6 g |
| Pork Chop Milanese | 19.2 g | 5.6 g |
| Fish and Chips | 46.3 g | 5.3 g |
| Pork Chop & Eggs | 8.3 g | 4.4 g |
| Caesar Salad | 13.9 g | 0.2 g |
| Moscato (Glass) | 2.8 g | 0.2 g |
| Prosecco (Glass) | 1.8 g | 0.1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Menu
Breakfast Eggs
- Two Farm Fresh Eggs - $15: Served any style with choice of homemade sausage, ham, bacon or grilled tofu, side of toast and choice of potato pancake or seasonal fruit medley Available at: breakfast, brunch
- The Sunnyside Breakfast Special - $14: 2 farm fresh eggs scrambled with baby kale and roasted red peppers Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Steak and Egg (4 oz) - $16: Marinated New York strip loin steak with any style egg Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Steak and Egg (8 oz) - $20: Marinated New York strip loin steak with any style egg Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Pork Chop & Eggs - $20: Grilled Mangalica pork chop with two any style eggs Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chicken and Eggs - $18: Grilled cage-free, hormone-free and antibiotic-free chicken breast with two any style eggs Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
Omelettes
- The Brave One - $16: Bacon, homemade sausage, jalapeno, cubanell peppers, onion, cheddar cheese and a side of fresh salsa Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Greek God - $15: Spinach, tomato, oregano and feta cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Deluxe Ham - $16: Ham, onion, mushroom, tomato and cheddar cheese Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Avolicious - $15: Mix of tomato, red onion and cilantro. Topped with avocado 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, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
Eggs Benedict
- Traditional Eggs Benedict - $15: Two poached eggs, Mangalica Canadian bacon over a toasted English muffin and served with homemade hollandaise sauce Available at: breakfast, brunch
- The Sunnyside Eggs Benedict - $16: Two poached eggs, home cured salmon over toasted English muffin and served with homemade hollandaise sauce Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Frijoles Salsa Eggs Benedict - $15: Texas toast topped with crispy bacon, two poached eggs, black bean salsa and spicy hollandaise sauce Available at: breakfast, brunch
Griddle Specials
- Homemade Belgian Waffle - $10: Regular syrup and whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Homemade Fluffy Pancakes - $11: Regular Syrup and Whipped Cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- French Toast - $10: Regular syrup and whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
Soups and Salads
- Traditional Hungarian Goulash - $15: Served with homemade pita bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soup of the Day (Bowl) - $7 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $12: Chopped romaine lettuce with homemade dressing, croutons and shaved parmesan cheese Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Sunnyside Salad - $13: Baby kale with chick peas, avocado and shaved parmesan cheese with fresh squeezed lemon dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Burgers
- The Sunnyside Burger - $18: 8 oz 100% black angus burger with arugula, bacon, homemade Dijon mustard, red onion, tomato and gorgonzola cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Greek Lamb Burger - $21: 100% Lamb burger on pita bread, spinach, tomato and homemade yogurt dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chick Pea Burger - $17: Open faced burger with spinach, onion and veganaise served on pita bread Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Grilled Salmon - $24: Served with grilled vegetable medley Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish and Chips - $21: Beer battered cod fillet served with French fries and homemade tartar sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- New York Strip Loin Steak - $25: Served with sauteed mushrooms and roasted potatoes Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Chop Milanese - $24: Lightly breaded, fried Mangalica pork chop with arugula, grape tomatoes and shaved parmesan cheese Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Scampi - $28: Linguine pasta with tomato, garlic and white wine sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Prosecco (Glass) - $10
- Moscato (Glass) - $10
- House Pinot (Glass) - $10 Dietary tags: Halal, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Black Oak Cabernet (Glass) - $10 Dietary tags: Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about SUNNYSIDE CAFE
- Is SUNNYSIDE CAFE dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. SUNNYSIDE CAFE has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken and Eggs, Pork Chop & Eggs and Soup of the Day (Bowl).
- What can I eat at SUNNYSIDE CAFE on a dairy-free diet?
- Chicken and Eggs, Pork Chop & Eggs and Soup of the Day (Bowl) carry the dairy-free tag, out of 7 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does SUNNYSIDE CAFE have vegan options?
- Yes. 1 dish is tagged vegan on the current menu, including Avolicious.
- Is SUNNYSIDE CAFE gluten-free?
- 7 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 SUNNYSIDE CAFE?
- Traditional Eggs Benedict, at roughly 26.9g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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