Sun, sand, and everything in between. From hidden beach coves to the restaurants that make me cancel dinner plans at home, the theatre with outlandish improv, and the outdoor spots that get me off the couch - this is my running love letter to Sarasot...
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Outdoor Activities
Restaurants
Other Food & Drinks
Arts & Entertainment
Local Favorites
Outdoor Activities
A great place to spend a Satudary morning connecting with neighbors. Open every Saturday 7am - 1pm - rain or shine.
Sarasota Farmers Market
One of my favorite beaches and a great state park. Water entries to both the Gulf and the Intercoastal waters.
Lido
Beautiful!
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
Restaurants
In Art Ovation Hotel - great Happy Hour menu. Great food!
Tzeva Sarasota
Fun atmosphere - brunch! Fresh ingredients.
Boca Sarasota
A local's favorite - great ambiance and savory food. I enjoy Happy Hours here!
1592 Wood Fired Kitchen & Cocktails
Red sauce, good wine, and zero regrets. My go-to Italian spot in Sarasota.
Pazzo On Orange
a great casual Thai Place! They have a large selection on the menu.
Spice Station
Other Food & Drinks
Cute atmosphere and you can order limited items from Kojo menu after 4pm. Paradise themed drinks!
Bar Hana
Yum! Always a great spot on a hot day.
The Main Street Creamery
Great Brunch with music!
Cask and Ale
Arts & Entertainment
Improv every Saturday at 7:30 - Amazed at what transpires every improv show!
Florida Studio Theatre
Amazing local talent in Sarasota in a quaint intimate setting.
The Sarasota Players Theatre
Local Favorites
My favorite place to sit at the bar, chat with bartenders, and nothing beats their Wok Fried Rice! Temporarily Closed for Renovations til Oct. 1, 2026. Can't wait for their new Speakeasy!
