For your dining pleasure… We've just posted info on a bunch of new (at least to our database) Sarasota restaurants. We just knew that you would want to know. Here’s are some new things for you to check out! SHANER'S PIZZA - The return of a Sarasota fav! FANDANGO … [Read more...]
Tasting Notes | Xmas, Free Shuttle & Food Trucks | Sarasota Restaurants Journal
CHRISTMAS IN SARASOTA... The majority of us will be spending the holiday gathered around our dining room tables with friends and family. That's a tradition. But, some of you want to get out of the house and let someone else do all of the cooking and cleanup. I get that. So, in … [Read more...]
The Little Sarasota DINING Book is Back! | Sarasota Restaurants Journal
Sometimes It's hard to stay away. Well, we meet once again. When we published our last Sarasota dining guide back in 2010 I thought, "That was a nice run. But, it's time to move on. Print is dead". Truth be told, I wasn't ready to move on (AND, I don't think print is … [Read more...]
Jalea to Close, Yume Sushi to Expand | Sarasota Restaurants Journal
Dining musical chairs on Main Street. The wheel turns for the restaurant community on Main Street in downtown Sarasota. In what is an ever changing dining scene, another chapter is about to be penned as Jalea will close it's doors to make room for a larger Yume … [Read more...]
Forks & Corks 2014 | Best In Show | Sarasota Restaurants Journal
Its not a simple choice. Nothing as easy as steak or fish. Choices can be hard. Its great to have them, but No Im not whining or complaining, Im just stating a fact that becomes painfully obvious the moment you walk through the entryway and enter the spacious and … [Read more...]
It’s Amazing and Awesome, Really? | Sarasota Restaurants Journal
It's Amazing and Awesome, Really? Old habits die hard in the lexicon of fashionable words. Please look closely at the image above. Here's another. Look closely. One more... All three have something in common. Do you know what it is? It may be hard to see the … [Read more...]
Tasting Notes | Rooftop Party, Major Awards & Bubbly | Sarasota Restaurants Journal
NEW YEARS PREVIEW The annual Things To Do On New Years Eve press releases are starting to fill up my inbox. Here we go If youre looking for The essence of chic and a modern vibe then you might want to add the Carmel Café (8433 Cooper Creek Blvd.) to your list of year end … [Read more...]
Tasting Notes | James Beard, Pizza & Black Friday
POP, POP, POP November 21st ushered in the latest vintage of Beaujolais Nouveau. You could almost hear the corks popping all over town! Seriously, if you would like to enjoy this years quick fermented crop you can pick up a bottle at any of our fine Sarasota wine retailers. | … [Read more...]
Thanksgiving In Sarasota
Thanksgiving In Sarasota There are lots of ways to enjoy the best holiday meal of the year. Here it is. Once again, the big eat-a-ton, more commonly known as Thanksgiving, is almost upon us. And, as usual, the options to satisfy your tryptophan-laced cravings are … [Read more...]
Tasting Notes: Birthdays, Breakfast, Brunch
CELEBRATE Believe it or not the Siesta Key Oyster Bar (SKOB 5238 Ocean Blvd.) is 10 years old. And in that time they have amassed quite the collection of one dollar bills. Ever wonder how much it all adds up to? Find out on Tuesday (NOV 19th, 7pm) as part of their BIG birthday … [Read more...]
What’s In A Name?
Most people hate moving. Im one of them. Moving is the worst! Thats just me. You may enjoy packing up all of your crap, loading it into a truck, van or car and hauling it all to a new spot. I don't like it. I cant imagine moving an entire restaurant is that much fun … [Read more...]
Tasting Notes: Lunch, Safari Sarasota, Re-Launch
LUNCH DATE Ah, a sure sign that season will soon be in full swing. Your usual dinner only spot is now open for lunch. If you happen to be lunching downtown youre in luck. Eat Here (1888 Main St.), Louies Modern (1289 Palm Ave.) and Clasico Cafe (1341 Main St.) are throwing … [Read more...]
Tasting Notes: Tenders, Sharkey’s, Openings
WINE EM AND DINE EM War of the Wines II, Duvalss New World Cafe,. Oct 23rd, 6:30pm. A battle royale. Sonoma vs. Napa. May the best wines win! 444-5971 | Chateau Ste Michelle Wine-Pairing Dinner. Mattisons 41, Oct. 24th 6:30pm, five course wine paring menu will be served. … [Read more...]
Coming Your Way | Pub 32
What whiskey will not cure, there is no cure for. ~ Irish Proverb Do you like Irish whiskey? How about an expertly poured Guinness served at the correct temperature? Then 2013 may indeed be your lucky year. At the end of January, Pub 32 opens their doors on south Tamiami … [Read more...]
What Exactly is Jack Dusty? | Sarasota Restaurants Journal
Its not easy to create a restaurant that both locals and visitors will love. Theres something about new. The new car smell. New, never worn clothes. The feeling of new. Its knowing that youve never experienced this EXACT thing before. Thats what new is all about. … [Read more...]
James Beard Dinner | Maison Blanche Style
If you didnt happen to make it to NYC, this is the next best thing. So, you couldnt make it out to New York City this past June for the BIG James Beard Foundation dinner featuring our very own Chef Jose Martinez. Well, here is some news that will get your attention. October … [Read more...]
The LIST – December 2010 (#73)
Weve had bunches of new places open up over the past six months or so. These new Sarasota restaurants have been making a big showing on The LIST. Even with all of these new places to dine around town, some old Sarasota favorites make this months rundown of the most searched for … [Read more...]
Ragin’ Cajun
Our list of the most popular restaurants on dineSarasota.com is out for September 2010. It seems like Sarasota has developed a taste for New Orleans fare. Two of our creole/Cajun inspired restaurants have made this months list. And one of them, the newly opened Voocaray, comes in … [Read more...]
Munchies 420 Cafe Hits The Top Of The LIST
Weve had bunches of new places open up over the past six months or so. These new Sarasota restaurants have been making a big showing on The LIST. Even with all of these new places to dine around town, some old Sarasota favorites make this months rundown of the most searched for … [Read more...]
Sarasota Area Restaurants Closing, But, Does Anyone Care?
I had hopes that this summer season would be different than summer seasons just past. Then the emails came. The first showed up on May 26th in the form of a post from Creative Loafing Food Writer, Brian Ries. Two downtown Sarasota restaurants were shutting their doors. The newly … [Read more...]
Calling All Sarasota Chiliheads
UPDATE: There are 4 spots left for Saturday's big Sarasota Chili Cook-off. If you think you have what it takes to compete with the best chili cooks in the region, then this is your opportunity. Click here for all of the signup info. Do you think you've got what it takes it put … [Read more...]
UPDATE: “No Name” Oyster Bar Opens on Siesta Key
UPDATE: A name has finally been chosen for the newest Siesta Key destination: The Cottage. The official address is, 153 Avenida Messina. This past weekend Siesta Village was crowded with vacation families, locals enjoying one of the first warm days in months and college Spring … [Read more...]
A Gingerbread Mansion That’s Fit For The Ritz
What's six feet long, four feet wide, three feet tall and contains 6,000 delicious pieces? The answer is a gingerbread mansion that you have to see to believe. The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota Pastry Team headed by Pastry Artist Mae Cavazos have constructed an edible masterpiece. A … [Read more...]
Blu Smoke, Urban Reef and Sangria Make THE LIST
Lots of changes in our monthly tabulation of Sarasota's most searched for restaurants. There are five new entries, a swap at the top and some big downtown representation. Four brand new places and one old Sarasota favorite make THE LIST this month. The re-opened Sangria Tapas Bar … [Read more...]
The Best Food & Drink Award Winners Announced
Who has the best sushi, best hamburger or best pizza in town? You're about to find out. Sarasota weekly, Creative Loafing is out with their Best Of The Suncoast issue and we have a list of the winners from the all important Food & Drink category. This years winners run the … [Read more...]
Pei Wei To Start Serving Sarasota
If Asian style cuisine is your thing, then circle Monday September 28th on your calendar. That's the day that Sarasota gets their first taste of the new Pei Wei Asian Diner that is set to open in University Park. For years there had been rumors swirling around the Sarasota … [Read more...]
NFL Football: Catch it at a Sarasota Restaurant Near You
The NFL season is upon us once again. And, I think we all know what that means. For the next five months, anyone who is a football fan and isn't lucky enough to get their home teams games on local TV every week (like our Bucs fans do), will be looking for a place to hang out and … [Read more...]
Man Vs. Food in Sarasota Airs September 16th
Way back last May, we wrote a piece about the Travel Channel show Man vs. Food taping right here in Sarasota. Well, If you've been patiently waiting to catch Sarasota's moment in the food spotlight like I have, then your wait is almost over. The Sarasota episode of Man vs. Food … [Read more...]
Fleming’s Celebrates its Month of Discovery
September is a month of discovery over at Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar. All this month they will be celebrating the addition of great new wines, menu selections and specials. Here's is some of what the folks at Fleming's have in store for you. The new Fleming's 100 … [Read more...]
Three Area Restaurants Named to OpenTable Best List
Three of our Sarasota area restaurants have been named to online reservation website, OpenTable.com's Best Overall Restaurant List for the Tampa/Central Florida region. Named to the list are: downtown newcomer Mozaic, Sarasota's own award winning Michael's on East and Longboat … [Read more...]
dineSarasota Menu Monday: MacAllisters Grill & Tavern
This week our Menu Monday feature takes us out to Lakewood Ranch. One of the anchors on Lakewood Ranch Main Street from the beginning has been MacAllisters Grill & Tavern. Their great take on casual American, mixed with some authentic Scottish fare, make it a fantastic place … [Read more...]
Sarasota Restaurants Get Social on Facebook
In the past several weeks we've given you the rundown on the Sarasota restaurants that have been using the micro blogging service Twitter to help promote their businesses. Since posting those articles, we've had some people ask us which of their favorite Sarasota restaurants they … [Read more...]
A Collection of Sarasota Culinary Greats
Here at dineSarasota we don't like to leave you hanging, so, here's an update to a story previously ran. Last week, as our Menu Monday feature, we reported to you on the Chef Partner Dinner hosted by Roy's Restaurant here in Sarasota. As a followup to that story here's the "class … [Read more...]
dineSarasota Food Flash: Vertori’s, Summer Festivals and Cloudy Tea?
Another summer week in the books. There has been way to much sad news about Sarasota restaurant closings in the news lately. Let's do what we can to keep our local places open. Maybe one extra meal out this week? Even just a burger. Here's what happened around town this past … [Read more...]
dineSarasota Food Flash: Julia, Julie and Station 400
The week is nearly done. I guess it's time to roundup the food news you might have missed from the Sarasota area. Lots of great stuff this week. Remember, click and view! To view an article, click it's image below That's it for now. Don't forget to visit one of our great … [Read more...]
Rays Homers = FREE Drinks
With baseball season in full swing, here's a promotion that's hard to beat. The Tampa Bay Rays are trying to get back into the thick of things in the A.L. East and the Sarasota Vineyard is encouraging everyone to come out and watch the games and support their local major league … [Read more...]
Some Local Favorites Close Their Doors
As has been widely reported, Sarasota has lost some great restaurants in the past several weeks. The closings of Canvas Cafe, 5 One 6 Burns, Sierra Station and Sangria will be felt by everyone who lives and visits Sarasota. Each of those places had their niche in our dining … [Read more...]
dineSarasota Food Flash: Courthouse Cafe, Steaks and Wine
As summer goes along, it's time for picnics, days at the beach and family vacations. With all that going on you may have missed some critically important Sarasota restaurant news. Well, that's where we come in. Here's a recap just for you. Click on any image to read the full … [Read more...]
How To Do Cafe L’Europe in 15 Minutes
It's lunchtime, you're walking (or driving) around St. Armands Circle. You want to stop for a bite to eat, but do you really have the time? With everyone's hectic pace these days, I think we all have probably had that experience. Now, circle standout, Cafe L'Europe is making it … [Read more...]
Follow Lots of Sarasota Restaurants on Twitter
Seems like everywhere you look people are talking about or using Twitter. Our Sarasota restaurant community is no exception. Many of our local restaurants have started using the popular social networking tool as a way to promote their business. And, judging by the number of … [Read more...]
dineSarasota Food Flash: Lobsters, Frozen Goodies and Wine
Summertime is here in full swing and I'm sure you've been busy with lots of summer stuff. That means you could probably use an update on what's been happening around the Sarasota restaurant, food and dining scene this past week. Well, here you go! Click on an image to read the … [Read more...]
Caragiulo’s Makes This Summer Special
It's been 20 years since the Caragiulo Brothers first opened their Sarasota restaurant. It's amazing how quickly time files. In those twenty years, the Palm Avenue eatery has been feeding locals and visitors fantastic Italian fare that keeps them coming back for more. They've … [Read more...]
New Summer Hours, Same Great Food At Treviso
Thinking about lunch or dinner at one of Sarasota's most unique dining venues? Yes, I'm talking about Treviso, located at the John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art. As of June 3rd, Treviso has been operating on it's schedule of summer hours. The restaurant is currently open for … [Read more...]
dineSarasota Food Flash: Summertime, Chicken Pesto and The Boss
Here we are once again at the end of another week. Looks like this week wasn't so busy. At least on the Sarasota restaurant, food and dining front. If you need some help remembering what went on, we can be of assistance. Click on an image to read the full story. How about … [Read more...]
Election Season In Full Swing For Sarasota Restaurants
I fully realize that our historic Presidential election and our not so historic local elections are long since over. Then why do I feel like I'm in the midst of a full on election blitz? I think it may have something to do with the annual Sarasota Herald-Tribune Readers' Choice … [Read more...]
Sarasota Restaurants Are Tweeting Away
Unless you've been spending the past six months in a cave or hunkered down in an undisclosed location, you've no doubt been exposed to the Twitter craze. Seems like everybody from Ashton Kutcher to CNN to Oprah is "Tweeting", or, at least talking about it. Even Sarasota is in the … [Read more...]
dineSarasota Food Flash: Rick’s, Caragiulo’s and Root Beer Float Cake
Well, it seems like it was kind of a slow week on the Sarasota restaurant, food and dining scene. You probably should have had no problem keeping up by yourself. Just in case you were napping for a minute, here's a recap. Click on an image to read the full story. Why don't you … [Read more...]
Sarasota Food Flash: Madfish, Grilling & Diva’s
Even though it's technically not "season" anymore, there are still lots of great things going on here in our Sarasota restaurant and dining scene. Here's a roundup of some of the stuff you may have missed. Click on an image to read the full story. Hey, I've got a fantastic … [Read more...]
It’s Fleming’s New Math: 5 For 6 ‘Til 7
No matter how you do the math, Fleming's Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar in Sarasota has a great deal for you. They have just announced their amazing "5 for 6 'til 7" promotion. It's their way of helping you make the most of your hard earned dining dollars. Here's the scoop. From … [Read more...]
Stingray’s Stays On Top Of The Heap
The LIST for May 2009 is out and Stingray's Grill winds up on top for a second straight month. The former Shell's Restaurant seems to have a lot of folks searching for information about it. The Sand Dollar Rooftop Restaurant moves up a notch in May. Cafe Gabbiano, Sangria and … [Read more...]
Your Guide to Sarasota Mother’s Day Brunch and Dinner
Your Guide to Sarasota Mother's Day Brunch and Dinner ⭐ MOTHER'S DAY IS SUNDAY, MAY 11TH Planning on enjoying a Sarasota Mother's Day? We've got lots of great Mother's Day happenings at some of our fine Sarasota restaurants. You can enjoy food and drink specials … [Read more...]
Enjoy Derby Day At The Polo Grill and Bar
Enjoy Derby Day At The Polo Grill and Bar Do something fun on Derby Day! 🏇🏻 Looking for something to do this Derby Day? Tired of hosting your friends all afternoon just for the two-minute race? Then, the Polo Grill and Bar in Lakewood Ranch may have the perfect solution … [Read more...]
Sarasota Food Flash: It’s That Wine Time of Year
You say you've been following the Sarasota food and restaurant news pretty closely this week. We'll let us fill in some of the cracks for you. Click on the images below to read the story. Hey, come on, go out on a limb and try a new Sarasota restaurant this week. Oh, and if … [Read more...]
Sarasota Food Flash: Michael’s On East, Southside and Whiteberry
Well, here we are again. I know you've tried really hard this week to catch all of the Sarasota restaurant, food and dining news. But, you may have missed something. Not to worry. we've got it covered. Here's a recap of the weekly news highlights just for you. Click on the image … [Read more...]
Check Out dineSarasota On Facebook And Twitter
Now we have a couple of new ways for you to keep up on what's going on around the Sarasota restaurant, food and dining scene. Now you can become a fan of dineSarasota on Facebook or follow us on Twitter. We update our pages with news and specials from around town. We also throw … [Read more...]
Your Guide To Sarasota Easter Brunch and Dinner
Your Guide To Sarasota Easter Brunch and Dinner UPDATED 2025 (EASTER SUNDAY - APRIL 20, 2025) NOTE - If you haven't already, please subscribe to our newsletter, Sarasota Bites. It'll keep you up to date on all things Sarasota restaurant, dining, and food-related! … [Read more...]
Stingray’s Grill Rises To The Top In April
The LIST for April 2009 is out and Stingray's Grill sits at the top. Making a big jump from number 5 to the top spot in one month. The former Shell's Seafood Restaurant is getting lots of attention. Cafe Gabbiano, The Sandollar Rooftop Restaurant, Shakespeare's English Pub and … [Read more...]
Sarasota Food Flash: Stingray’s Grill, Ballpark Food & More Taco Talk
There's always lots of things going on in the Sarasota Restaurant scene. Here's some of those things that you might have missed. Click on the image for the full story. … [Read more...]
Sarasota Food Flash: Muffins, Taco Championships and Yume Sushi
Here's your weekly dose of what has been happening on the Sarasota food and restaurant scene. Click on the image for the full story. … [Read more...]
What’s Your Relationship With Your Coffee?
Looking to have a great cup of coffee, do your part to help small scale coffee growers and help the environment? Well, Local Coffee + Tea now makes that possible. The Sarasota retailer is now featuring Colombian El Danubio coffee. Beyond fair trade, El Danubio, is part a what is … [Read more...]
Lee Roy Selmon’s Has A Plan To Stimulate The Economy AND Your Taste Buds!
Thanks to former Tampa Bay Buc great and local restaurateur, Lee Roy Selmon, you can do your bank account and your hunger a favor at the same time. All of the Lee Roy Selmon's restaurants have just rolled out new menu pricing that will really help anyone looking for great food at … [Read more...]
Cork Is Jazzing It Up On The Circle
Cork on St. Armands Circle has a great new music lineup just in time for season. They're calling it "A New Standard For Live Entertainment", I'm calling it a great opportunity to hear some fantastic jazz AND enjoy a cocktail. Here's what's happening in the Cork Lounge. From … [Read more...]
Cafe Gabbiano Comes Out on Top For February
The February LIST is up and Cafe Gabbiano, located in Siesta Village is on top. Number one from last month Lonjevity Superfood Fusion Cafe drops a spot and downtown favorite Sangria Tapas Bar rounds out the top three. Here's the top twenty for this month. Cafe … [Read more...]
It’s More Than A Wine Tasting, It’s An Event
OK, let's start by taking a look at the picture in this post. What do you see? If you said a room packed full of eager, wine sampling Sarasotans, then you get a gold star. Actually, this scene, which is replayed each month, is from the most recent wine tasting held at Michael's … [Read more...]
Taste of the Suncoast Hits The Spot
For it's 5th anniversary Sarasota's Taste of the Suncoast needed a change of venue and it got one. And, a good one at that. The annual food sampling event which benefits the All Faiths Food Bank was moved this year from it's old home at Robarts Arena to the Westfield Southgate … [Read more...]
Sarasota Food Flash: Budget Stuff, Galileo, Greek Cuisine and MoZaic
Here's a roundup of the Sarasota food news. I'm sure most of us have been too busy with our New Year's resolutions to have caught everything. Want to dine on St. Armands but don't want to spend a lot of cash? Check out these options. It's the right time of year to break out … [Read more...]
Magnum Wines and C’est Cheese Team Up For A Great Night
On Friday, January 9th, Magnum Wine and Tastings along with C'est Cheese will play host to one of Mendocino's top rated winemakers, Greg Graziano. The Vernona Restaurant at the Sarasota Ritz-Carlton will be the setting for what is sure to be a memorable evening of great wine and … [Read more...]
What Could Be A Better Teacher Than Food?
Maybe you have kids and you're like a lot of people, looking for that perfect last minute holiday gift. Well, dineSarasota just may have the answer for you. Most kids like books and all kids like food, so why not a gift that has both, a food book about kids. That's what local … [Read more...]
Sarasota Food Flash: Thai Food, Libby’s, Galileo and Coupon Tips
In the mood for some Thai food? Check out this review of Tropical Thai in Downtown Sarasota. Libby's Cafe + Bar is open and getting lots of attention. Here's a Herald-Tribune review. Brian Reis of Creative Loafing gives his take on the newly relocated Galileo … [Read more...]
Sarasota Food Flash: Talkin’ Turkey, Beaujolais Nouveau, Word of Mouth and Lonjevity
It's Beaujolais Nouveau time again. But, would you like yours in a plastic bottle? Let's talk turkey with Sarasota's Chef Judi Gallagher. Check out The Herald-Tribune review of Word of Mouth. Are you looking for something different to make this Thanksgiving. How about some … [Read more...]
The wait is over! The renovations at the Geckos Grill & Pub located in Twelve Oaks Plaza are finished. Youll now be greeted by beautiful new surroundings when you walk in the door. Of course, you can expect the same great Geckos food and service. That hasnt changed one … [Read more...]
https://www.dinesarasota.com/geckos-renovations-are-complete/
Sarasota Food Flash, Cafe Amici, Cafe Gabbiano and Fondue |Sarasota Restaurants Journal
Missed the papers this week? Here's a recap of what's been happening in the world of Sarasota restaurants, food and dining. The Pelican Press gives us their take on Cafe Gabbiano, located in Siesta Village. Think you know the right wine for the right occasion? Here's a … [Read more...]
Sarasota Food Flash, Piccolo’s, Margaritaville and Presidential Cookies
Missed the papers this week? Here's a recap of what's been happening in the world of Sarasota restaurants, food and dining. The Pelican Press covers the new Piccolo Market & Deli. With the election so close we all can taste it, how about a Presidential cookie. Here's … [Read more...]
Sarasota Food Flash, Greek Cuisine, Pumpkins and More
Missed the papers this week? Here's a recap of what's been happening in the world of Sarasota restaurants, food and dining. El Greco on Main Street gets a Herald-Tribune Review. Here's a list of some (not all) local places that feature outdoor dining. Get all the info on the … [Read more...]
Stone Crabs Are Back
Its official, stone crab season in Florida has begun. Starting this past Wednesday October 15th, local restaurants have been serving one our most delicious seasonal food items. The season which runs through May 15th is always a special treat for area diners. There are so many … [Read more...]
Lately, there seems to have been an unfortunate rash of Sarasota restaurant closings. Last Fridays edition of the Sarasota Herald Tribune ran an article documenting the plight of some of our local eateries. It appears that the story generated some confusion about the status of … [Read more...]
https://www.dinesarasota.com/ruths-chris-keeps-its-doors-open/