I understand that large portions of the garden are closed due to the hurricanes but then they should say that in their website and upon entry. Also, completely underwhelmed by their orchid show. Probably choosing to display orchids all in one color (purple) was a poor artistic choice but even then the variety or lack thereof doomed the whole thing. Skip this attraction for the time being.

We drove a long way to get here. Wish their website had mentioned that their garden was about 80% closed (due to Hurricane Milton). Not knowing that, we assumed all was ok. There is really nothing special to see. Yet, they still charged the usual full price. Felt like we got ripped off.

We checked the information online about the Green Orchid Cafe. There was nothing saying that it was exclusive. We are not neophytes. We are well traveled and dine out frequently and have eaten in all the Sarasota museums. With both of us aided by canes we took the long walk from the handicapped parking area to the restaurant only to be informed that it is restricted to members and paying visitors to the Gardens. There is no excuse for not publicizing this policy.