M2-102 Guide Book
City/town information
Across the causeway to the east is downtown Sarasota, which similarly is full of delightful small shops and restaurants. Some of our personal favorites in Sarasota are D'Corato Ristorante (say hi to Vincenzo), Fresh Start Café (for a great breakfast), Owen’s Fish Camp, Bijou Cafe and Café Epicure.
221 locals recommend
Sarasota
Across the causeway to the east is downtown Sarasota, which similarly is full of delightful small shops and restaurants. Some of our personal favorites in Sarasota are D'Corato Ristorante (say hi to Vincenzo), Fresh Start Café (for a great breakfast), Owen’s Fish Camp, Bijou Cafe and Café Epicure.
Neighborhoods
Whenever we are in town, we always enjoy eating and walking around St. Armand’s Circle as the day turns to dusk. The perfect evening for us would be dining outside at Venezia followed by some ice cream and fudge at Kilwin’s. We love popping in to Garden Argosy and Beach House where we always find unique items that catch our eye. If you are looking to pick up souvenirs for grandkids, check out the Little Bo-Tique.
297 locals recommend
Saint Armands Circle
Saint Armands CircleWhenever we are in town, we always enjoy eating and walking around St. Armand’s Circle as the day turns to dusk. The perfect evening for us would be dining outside at Venezia followed by some ice cream and fudge at Kilwin’s. We love popping in to Garden Argosy and Beach House where we always find unique items that catch our eye. If you are looking to pick up souvenirs for grandkids, check out the Little Bo-Tique.
Food scene
Cafe Epicure
1298 N Palm AveExcellent food and vibe!
Owens Fish Camp
516 Burns CtGreat seafood
Fresh Start Cafe
630 S Orange AveGreat breakfast/brunch
D'Corato Ristorante
322 S Washington BlvdAmazing Italian food!
Dry Dock restaurant
Local, quality restaurant
Kilwins
312 John Ringling BlvdGreat ice cream on St. Armand's!
Sarasota Farmers Market
North Lemon AvenueA local farmers market
Sightseeing
Garden Argosy
30 St Armands CirGreat boutique shop
Little Bo-Tique
367 St Armands CirSouvenirs
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
5401 Bay Shore RdLocal museum
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
1600 Ken Thompson PkwyGreat local aquarium
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
1534 Mound StGreat local botanical gardens spot
Jazz Club of Sarasota
330 S Pineapple AveFor Jazz fans!
Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
777 N Tamiami TrailConcerts and events
Longboat Key Golf Club
361 Sands Point RdLocal Golf course!