Guidebook for Sarasota
Food Scene
It's a local business based out of Tampa/St Petersburg with original artwork on the walls and locally-roasted, fresh, whole-bean coffee.
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Kahwa Coffee
204 2nd Ave SIt's a local business based out of Tampa/St Petersburg with original artwork on the walls and locally-roasted, fresh, whole-bean coffee.
Hands down the best restaurant in Sarasota! This spot has been nominated for a James Beard award in the past and it's clear why: the food and wine list are outstanding. The menu changes seasonally and each option is always a treat. We recommend you sit on the porch outside next to the string lights.
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Indigenous Restaurant
239 S Links AveHands down the best restaurant in Sarasota! This spot has been nominated for a James Beard award in the past and it's clear why: the food and wine list are outstanding. The menu changes seasonally and each option is always a treat. We recommend you sit on the porch outside next to the string lights.
Ophelia's has stunning views of Sarasota Bay on balmy nights, and it's located close to our favorite kayaking spot. Sit on the deck outside and watch the jumping fish fly and the late-night kayakers paddle by. The jumbo blue crab cakes are a strong start and we loved the "Lazy" Maine Lobster with Key West shrimp, calamari, and fresh pumpkin gnocchi.
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Ophelia's on the Bay
9105 Midnight Pass RdOphelia's has stunning views of Sarasota Bay on balmy nights, and it's located close to our favorite kayaking spot. Sit on the deck outside and watch the jumping fish fly and the late-night kayakers paddle by. The jumbo blue crab cakes are a strong start and we loved the "Lazy" Maine Lobster with Key West shrimp, calamari, and fresh pumpkin gnocchi.
We love to go to Veronicas, the food is great and it has a great vibe
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Veronicas Fish and Oyster bar
1830 S Osprey AveWe love to go to Veronicas, the food is great and it has a great vibe
Parks & Nature
Located under the bridge (John Ringling Causeway), we love this spot for walking and watching dogs run around. Around sunset, walk the bridge for amazing pink-tinted views of Sarasota Bay.
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Iphaki yase-Bird Key
761 FL-789Located under the bridge (John Ringling Causeway), we love this spot for walking and watching dogs run around. Around sunset, walk the bridge for amazing pink-tinted views of Sarasota Bay.
A favorite spot for kite surfers, this key is known for its stunning sunsets. When our friends visit from out of town we always bring them here for a relaxing end of the day.
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Lido Key Beach
400 Benjamin Franklin DrA favorite spot for kite surfers, this key is known for its stunning sunsets. When our friends visit from out of town we always bring them here for a relaxing end of the day.
Essentials
More upscale than Publix and less expensive than Whole Foods, this is a great spot for groceries and tasty to-go meals from their case of prepared foods. We love picking up sandwiches here and taking them to the beach.
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The Fresh Market
2900 4th St NMore upscale than Publix and less expensive than Whole Foods, this is a great spot for groceries and tasty to-go meals from their case of prepared foods. We love picking up sandwiches here and taking them to the beach.
Dependable and affordable, Publix's slogan is "where shopping is a pleasure," and we think it's true!
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Publix Super Market at Lakewood Ranch Town Center
8330 Market StDependable and affordable, Publix's slogan is "where shopping is a pleasure," and we think it's true!