Restaurants

Owen’s Fish Camp

Bustling locale serves up imaginative takes on seafood dishes amid eclectic decor.

516 Burn’s Lane, Sarasota, FL 34236

Phone: (941) 951-6936 | Web: owensfishcamp.com

Duval’s Fresh. Local. Seafood.

High-end seafood dishes & choice meats are prepared in sleek, contemporary surroundings.

1435 Main St, Sarasota, FL 34236

Phone: (941) 312-4001 | Web: duvalsfreshlocalseafood.com meLange

Modern dining spot offering eclectic American options such as rabbit tacos & quail, plus cocktails.

1568 Main St, Sarasota, FL 34236

Phone: (941) 953-7111 | Web: melangesarasota.com

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Antoine’s

Restaurant

Locale offering refined Belgian, French & Italian food, including mussels prepared 10 ways.

1100 N Tuttle Ave, Sarasota, FL

Caragiulo’s

Fresh-baked breads, meatballs & homemade mozzarella at this casual, family-run Italian eatery.

69 S Palm Ave, Sarasota, FL

Mediterraneo

White-tablecloth go-to run by Italian owners features woodfired pizzas & Italian cuisine.

1970 Main St, Sarasota, FL

Fresh Start Cafe

Low-key spot featuring clever cafe fare from sandwiches to frittatas, imported beer & sangria.

630 S Orange Ave, Sarasota, FL

Tsunami Sushi & Hibachi

Japanese restaurant featuring a menu of sushi, hot entrees, sake & cocktails in a stylish space.

100 Central Ave Ste 1022, Sarasota, FL

Bijou Garden Cafe

Upscale cafe by the opera house delivering unique wines & modern Continental dishes.

1287 1st St, Sarasota, FL

Michael’s On East

Sophisticated New American plates & monthly specials in a modern setting with a chic piano lounge.

1212 S East Ave, Sarasota, FL

Brick’s Smoked Meats

Slow-smoked, Texas-style BBQ served with craft cocktails in a cool, light-strung space & patio.

1528 State St, Sarasota, FL

Libby’s

Seasonal New American cuisine served in a stylish space with a copper bar & outdoor dining.

1917 S Osprey Ave, Sarasota, FL

Flavio’s on Main

Casual, family-owned eatery with tulip chandeliers offering Italian fare, pasta & seafood.

1766 Main St, Sarasota, FL

MAY 13

PRIDE | Be Fabulous

We have been celebrating now for 13 years. Amplifying LGBTQ+ voices. PRIDE | Be Fabulous May 13th, 2023, held in the Rosemary where all the magic started just a few blocks south to be exact. We will have vendors and LGBTQ+music acts from all over coming to Sarasota. Learn more at fabaf.org.

May 20

Annual Sarasota Dragon Boat Festival Festival grounds will offer a variety of activities for all participants and spectators. Wander through the Health & Wellness Village featuring exciting products and services to assist in leading a healthy lifestyle. Grab a bite from one of our Food Trucks, enjoy a cold beverage in the Beer Garden, or shop in the Marketplace. Details at eventbrite.com.

May 27

Veg Head, Music and Wine Festival

The “Veg Head” Music & Wine Festival is a brand new event coming to Sarasota! Featuring Veggie & Vegan Food Trucks/Vendors, Live Jam Bands (TBA), Wine Sampling, and a Spring Indie Market featuring 60+ local artisans & more! Details at floridapenguinproductions.com.

JUN 4-25

Sarasorta Music Festival

Our 2023 Festival will celebrate the mysterious and magical power of music as we present a rich range of works, both familiar and new, that invite us to set our imaginations ablaze, and illustrates our Festival theme: The Power of Music Through Storytelling. Learn more at sarasotaorchestra.org.

JUL 1

Suncoast Largest Food Truck Rally 3.0

Join us for 3 days of Street Food Heaven at The Mall at University Town

Center! We will have over 70 different food vendors with a huge variety of flavors and tastes. Learn more at eventbrite.com.

Sep 2-3

Labor Day Weekend Venice Craft Festival

The festival showcases the work of talented crafters while situated on beautiful, charming Miami Avenue West in Downtown Venice, where you can also explore independently owned shops and restaurants in the historic district. Visit www.visitvenicefl.org.

SEP 7

Sarasota Salsa & Bachata Fest 2023

Come enjoy over 40 dance workshops, dance challenges and masterclasses from top of the line instructors, nightly showcases, insane pool parties, top Dj’s, all the Latin dancing your body can handle. Learn more at sarasotasalsabachatafest.com.

Sep 9

6th Annual Sarasota Wellness Expo

Let’s get healthy Sarasota! Join us for our annual health expo showcasing practices and offices from geriatrics to pediatrics and everything in between. Find us on Facebook for details.

OCT 21

Sarasota Water Lantern Festival

Water Lantern Festival is filled with fun, happiness, hope, and great memories that you’ll cherish for a lifetime. This is a family friendly event that can be shared by everyone. Friends, families, neighbors, and lots of people that you haven’t met can come together to create a peaceful, memorable experience. Learn more at waterlanternfestival.com.

NOV 10

Crystal Classic Sand Sculpting Festival

From humble beginnings, the annual International Crystal Classic Sand Sculpting Festival invites several top sculpting teams to Siesta, who