Guidebook for Sarasota
Food Scene
0.6 mile away from the house, excellent restaurant!
42 locals recommend
Libby's Neighborhood Brasserie
1917 S Osprey Ave0.6 mile away from the house, excellent restaurant!
Yoder's Restaurant & Amish Village
3434 Bahia Vista StVery nice views, next to Mote Aquarium. Dog friendly.
80 locals recommend
The Old Salty Dog City island
1601 Ken Thompson PkwyVery nice views, next to Mote Aquarium. Dog friendly.
Michael's On East
1212 S East Ave***** one of the best
Chart House
201 Gulf of Mexico DrAmazing views
Ophelia's on the Bay
9105 Midnight Pass RdExcellent!
Cafe Epicure
1298 N Palm AveItalian restaurant, genuine Italian pizza, outdoors seating, screens
Downtown Sarasota
1383 Main StVery good food, also a nice bar just for drinks
Servandos
1525 4th StLive music, nice spot
Creative, locally-sourced Italian meals & craft cocktails are featured in stylish digs with a patio.
27 locals recommend
Social Eatery & Bar
1219 1st StCreative, locally-sourced Italian meals & craft cocktails are featured in stylish digs with a patio.
marina jacks
2 Marina PlazaSIGHTSEEING LUNCH CRUISE
Star Fish Company
12306 46th Ave WVery casual, great views, fresh seafood
Gecko’s Grill & Pub
1900 Hillview StVeronicas Fish and Oyster bar
1830 S Osprey AveKnick's Tavern & Grill
1818 South Osprey AvenuePacific Rim
1859 Hillview StBurns Court Café is a real Parisian café and bakery in the heart of Sarasota’s Historic Burns Court district. We offer a variety of homemade quiches, pastries, desserts, breakfast and lunch items and we feature good Italian coffees: Espresso, Cappuccino, Lattes and Frappes.
16 locals recommend
Burns Court Bistro & Wine Bar
401 S Pineapple AveBurns Court Café is a real Parisian café and bakery in the heart of Sarasota’s Historic Burns Court district. We offer a variety of homemade quiches, pastries, desserts, breakfast and lunch items and we feature good Italian coffees: Espresso, Cappuccino, Lattes and Frappes.
Breakfast & Lunch
Enjoy the taste of authentic French Bistro Cuisine for breakfast and lunch. Dine outdoors on the patio or in our restaurant. Open every day except Sunday.
47 locals recommend
C'est La Vie
1553 Main StBreakfast & Lunch
Enjoy the taste of authentic French Bistro Cuisine for breakfast and lunch. Dine outdoors on the patio or in our restaurant. Open every day except Sunday.
The Hub Baja Grill
5148 Ocean BlvdMexican on Siesta Key, live music
Mediterraneo
1970 Main StItalian Restaurant, Authentic Italian Pizza
Columbia Restaurant
411 St Armands CirCuban/Spanish
Tommy Bahama Restaurant, Bar & Store
300 John Ringling BlvdCasual, beachy spot with a covered patio offering seafood & bar fare, draft beer & live music.
167 locals recommend
Siesta Key Oyster Bar
5238 Ocean BlvdCasual, beachy spot with a covered patio offering seafood & bar fare, draft beer & live music.
Seafood restaurant presenting raw bar selections & other faves alongside specialty drinks. Dog friendly.
90 locals recommend
Daiquiri Deck Siesta Key Village
5250 Ocean BlvdSeafood restaurant presenting raw bar selections & other faves alongside specialty drinks. Dog friendly.
Siesta Pizzeria Company
2063 Siesta DrEat-in, delivery or take away, 5 min away from the house
Enjoy a delicious fresh Florida seafood meal inside the quaint dining room or on the outdoor covered deck overlooking picturesque Sarasota Bay. It's waterfront dining with a unique atmosphere. Leave a dollar bill on the wall and a little bit of your heart to find on your return visit.
88 locals recommend
Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant
760 Broadway StEnjoy a delicious fresh Florida seafood meal inside the quaint dining room or on the outdoor covered deck overlooking picturesque Sarasota Bay. It's waterfront dining with a unique atmosphere. Leave a dollar bill on the wall and a little bit of your heart to find on your return visit.
The Beach House Restaurant
200 Gulf Dr NWaterfront Dining and Fresh Florida Seafood
Mojos Real Cuban
1617 US-41 BYPCuban
Serving Spoon
1825 S Osprey AveBreakfast
Peperonata Pasta and Empanadas
4141 S Tamiami TrailEmpanadas from Argentina
Anna's Deli
6535 Midnight Pass RdBest Sandwich!
Baker & Wife
2157 Siesta DrParks & Nature
Oleary's Tiki Bar & Grill
5 Bayfront DrNice views, very casual, drinks and snacks
South Lido Park
2201 Benjamin Franklin DrBeach and Park, free parking, amazing views
A few steps away. City park with 2 pools, outdoor athletic courts, a picnic area, gym, playground & walking trail.
24 locals recommend
Arlington Park
A few steps away. City park with 2 pools, outdoor athletic courts, a picnic area, gym, playground & walking trail.
Myakka River State Park
13208 State Rd 72Siesta Beach
Siesta Key
Wetlands site on the Great Florida Birding Trail, with an observation mound, trails & ponds.
60 locals recommend
Celery Fields
6893 Palmer BlvdWetlands site on the Great Florida Birding Trail, with an observation mound, trails & ponds.
Turtle Beach
Arts & Culture
Ringling Museum station
https://www.ringling.org/
The Players Centre for Performing Arts
3501 Boulevard of the ArtsFlorida Studio Theatre
1241 N Palm AveAsolo Repertory hosts the Mertz Theatre
5555 N Tamiami Trailsarasota opera
61 N Pineapple AveSarasota Orchestra
709 N Tamiami TrailWhile Historic Spanish Point is a complex museum with many layers and facets, there are four main elements to the overall story. To help our visitors understand them, we refer to them as the “4 Ps of Historic Spanish Point.” Prehistory, Pioneers, Palmer, and Plants. Take time to explore these elements.
73 locals recommend
Historic Spanish Point
401 N Tamiami TrailWhile Historic Spanish Point is a complex museum with many layers and facets, there are four main elements to the overall story. To help our visitors understand them, we refer to them as the “4 Ps of Historic Spanish Point.” Prehistory, Pioneers, Palmer, and Plants. Take time to explore these elements.
McCurdy's Comedy Theatre
1923 Ringling BlvdEssentials
Publix Super Market at Bay Street
2031 Bay StYoder's Fresh Market
3404 Bahia Vista StWhole Foods Market
1451 1st StMorton's Gourmet Market
1924 S Osprey AveTrader Joe's
4101 S Tamiami TrailSarasota Memorial Hospital
1700 S Tamiami TrailSteps away from the house
Sightseeing
Bayfront Drive
Bayfront DriveAnna Maria Island Chamber
5313 Gulf DrEvery Saturday 7AM - 1PM. http://sarasotafarmersmarket.org/
Full market that includes 70+ vendors and over 5,000 square feet of produce and plants. 37 years and going strong!
136 locals recommend
Sarasota Farmers Market
North Lemon AvenueEvery Saturday 7AM - 1PM. http://sarasotafarmersmarket.org/
Full market that includes 70+ vendors and over 5,000 square feet of produce and plants. 37 years and going strong!
One of Sarasota’s quaint, historic neighborhoods is also a great place to live! Burns Court, immediately south of downtown Sarasota, is the setting for a number of classic, historical homes and other sites listed on the National Register of Historic Places. But Burns Court is more than mere history; today it’s a lively community of cozy romantic restaurants, small art galleries and boutiques, and a handful of homes belonging to some of Sarasota’s luckiest homeowners. A stroll through Burns Court is a lesson in the fascinating history of Sarasota.
13 locals recommend
Burns Court
Burns CourtOne of Sarasota’s quaint, historic neighborhoods is also a great place to live! Burns Court, immediately south of downtown Sarasota, is the setting for a number of classic, historical homes and other sites listed on the National Register of Historic Places. But Burns Court is more than mere history; today it’s a lively community of cozy romantic restaurants, small art galleries and boutiques, and a handful of homes belonging to some of Sarasota’s luckiest homeowners. A stroll through Burns Court is a lesson in the fascinating history of Sarasota.
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
1534 Mound StBotanical Gardens
Entertainment & Activities
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
1600 Ken Thompson PkwyBurns Court Cinemas
506 Burns CtCome see why CinéBistro® is the ultimate dinner and a movie experience. Bringing the best of both worlds together in one luxurious package…all delivered right to your seat.
94 locals recommend
CinéBistro
3501 S Tamiami TrailCome see why CinéBistro® is the ultimate dinner and a movie experience. Bringing the best of both worlds together in one luxurious package…all delivered right to your seat.
AMC Sarasota 12
8201 S Tamiami TrailRegal Hollywood - Sarasota
1993 Main StDrinks & Nightlife
Legends Sports Pub
1816 S Osprey AveThe Gator Club
1490 Main StClasico Cafe Bar
1341 Main StA true pioneer in the cultural development of Sarasota, the Van Wezel, (pronounced Van Wayzull), presents a broad spectrum of the world's finest performers representing the diverse tastes of Southwest Florida residents and visitors. This season, with more than 100 events, the Van Wezel has carried on the long tradition of presenting spectacular Broadway musicals, top national and international performers, popular comedians, world-class symphony orchestras and a compelling mix of classical, modern and ethnic dance.
154 locals recommend
Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
777 N Tamiami Trail A true pioneer in the cultural development of Sarasota, the Van Wezel, (pronounced Van Wayzull), presents a broad spectrum of the world's finest performers representing the diverse tastes of Southwest Florida residents and visitors. This season, with more than 100 events, the Van Wezel has carried on the long tradition of presenting spectacular Broadway musicals, top national and international performers, popular comedians, world-class symphony orchestras and a compelling mix of classical, modern and ethnic dance.
Beach Club at Siesta Key
6732 Sarasea CirBar, pool table, music
The Blue Rooster
1525 4th StLive music, drinks and food