Pangea Lounge

I don't understand how this place is still open for business. We went there on a Friday night with a group of 8 people and we were turned away at the door. They told us that they will not accommodate large groups because their drinks take a long time to make so people would be waiting. Even when we told them we understood and were willing to wait for our drinks, they still told us they couldn't seat a large party although there was space. Then we said we would just stand by the bar and order a couple drinks and shots for our group and head out. They refused to serve us shots and told us that they aren't that kind of bar. They want to maintain a chill atmosphere so they won't even serve shots to their customers. At that point, as politely as I could, I told the manager that this was very unusual and he probably shouldn't turn down business in Sarasota of all places where all the other restaurants nearby were pretty empty. Even though I kept a reasonable tone and didn't yell at him (even though I really wanted to), he told me to "shut up." And that is when we walked out and will never go back again. Unbelievably terrible experience.

The sandwich I got from the front was terrible, and the nacho cheese that came with it was gross. I got the Philly, but the onions came separate, and the meat is funky.

I also got a drink since I saw so many rave reviews for cocktails. I got the battanga and it was a hot mess. I don't see any redeeming qualities in this place.

It is NOT just Martinis they serve here!  It is Martini ART! I don't care if you have been enjoying martinis for your whole life or you just started enjoying martinis...  You HAVE to come here and try one for yourself!  There is no explaination I can write to tell you how the flavor explodes as well as melts in your mouth.  They change the menu every 3 months or so, you will always have new drinks to try..  

BEST kept secret in Sarasota....  But now you know...