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The May 2011 LIST Explodes With New Entries

The May 2011 list is out and its loaded with surprises. Im not saying the inclusion of any of these great Sarasota restaurants left us dumbfounded, theyre all fantastic places to dine. What caused us to raise an eyebrow (or two) was the shear number of new additions. 8 new … [Read more...]

The Concept of New and a Sarasota Restaurant Tradition

Sometimes always looking for the latest things obscures your view of the best things. Youve seen it. I know you have, because I have. A hand written note. A fancy, digitally produced graphic. Or, just blank butcher paper over a storefront window. All of the above say the same … [Read more...]

Have A Quick Peek At Nancy’s Menu

Whats currently the hottest ticket in town? If youre thinking Sarasota Film Festival, you may want to reconsider. How about a pulled pork sandwich? Thats right, pulled pork (or brisket). Nancys Bar-B-Q has unofficially opened and has lots of locals waiting in lines for a … [Read more...]

When Is A Scallop More Than A Scallop?

A good riddle can be as satisfying as a great dish. They both leave you wanting a little more. When I was young I had the same collection of books that most kids growing up in the early sixties had. Lots of Dr. Seuss and the like. Seuss was great, dont get me wrong. There are … [Read more...]

The Worst Kept Secret In Sarasota

Ill keep this brief (because frankly, its a little embarrassing for me). Do you see that mound of mouthwatering BBQ? Do you know what that means? Nancys Bar-B-Q is officially/unofficially open for business! But, you probably already knew that. Its called a soft opening … [Read more...]

Innovation and Invention Hits The Sarasota Food Scene

Why isn't there an acceptance of creative cuisine the way there is an acceptance of ordinary cuisine? That should be fixed. Those of you who know me personally or who visit dineSarasota.com on a regular or semi-regular basis know one thing. I don't like to write restaurant … [Read more...]

Is This The Best Goat Cheese Salad In Sarasota?

I thought I had seen or eaten just about anything that could contain or be made with a piece of goat cheese. I was wrong. The menu description is so inviting Two warm goat cheese pillows encased in puff pastry on a bed of romaine, apple and nuts. Honey vinaigrette. A house … [Read more...]

The LIST Best of 2010: #1 Munchies 420 Cafe

The drum roll please... I guess that's a little much considering the name of our #1 restaurant is in the title to this post. Yes, that's right, Munchies 420 Cafe is #1 on our list for 2010. Congrats to them! OK, I think right off the bat we should dispense with all of the … [Read more...]

The LIST Best of 2010: #2 Owen’s Fish Camp

And then there were two... OK, it's not nearly as suspenseful as a good murder mystery, but, it's all I've got. #2, one of the best new restaurants to have opened in Sarasota in a while. And, I'm not just saying that. It's true. I mean, before this thing opened people were … [Read more...]

The LIST Best of 2010: #3 The Old Salty Dog

1, 2, 3... That's all that's remains. Clocking in at #3 is a Sarasota restaurant that offers two, count 'em two, great locations. And, each one has it's own distinct character. #3 The Old Salty Dog Adults, kids, families, locals, tourists, just about everybody hits "The Dog" at … [Read more...]

The LIST Best of 2010: #4 Yoder’s Restaurant

We're heading in to the homestretch with our final 4! Our next place is a Sarasota tradition of sorts. It's located in the Pinecraft neighborhood. That's a part of Sarasota that doesn't really get tons of press. Looking for some classic Midwest comfort food? Then a trip to … [Read more...]

The LIST Best of 2010: #5 Trader Vic’s Island Bar and Grill

A taste of the tropics out by the interstate? What? Well, that's exactly what you can expect when you make a stop at our #5 most searched for restaurant of 2010. #5 Trader Vic's Island Bar and Grill Trader Vic's Island Bar & Grill serves up exactly what you would expect. … [Read more...]

Forks and Corks: The Originals Hit It Out Of The Park!

Food and wine events around Sarasota are about as common as dolphin sightings in our clear blue gulf waters. These festivals all vie for our attention, dollars and palates. Not that there's a bad one in the bunch mind you. But, now we have clear winner in the race for our … [Read more...]

The LIST Best of 2010: #6 Solorzano’s Italian Restaurant

Seems like Sarasota is fully stocked with an abundance of Italian restaurants. But, how do you sort out the truly memorable places from the ordinary pasta houses? #6 on our list isn't any ordinary pasta house. #6 - Solorzano's Italian Restaurant Solorzano's has Sarasota … [Read more...]

The LIST Best of 2010: #7 Morocco

How about something a little different? That's exactly what you can expect from the next restaurant on our list. We're extremely lucky here in Sarasota when it comes to the diversity and variety of our dining choices. After all, it's not every community that has a fantastic … [Read more...]