G'Bye, Mate

'Outback Steakhouse Shaped My Career as a Food Writer'

Our food editor pens a final farewell to the place that shaped her entire career.

02/29/2024 By Lauren Jackson

Neighborhood Guide

The Best Restaurants in Downtown Sarasota

From French to Vietnamese, there's something for every palate in downtown Sarasota.

02/22/2024 By Cooper Levey-Baker and Lauren Jackson

New Kid on the Point

A Swanky New American Bistro With a Major Whiskey Collection Is Headed to Five Points

Warren will open its third location in the 11,500-square-foot space above Fit2Run and Sunburn Cannabis in the heart of downtown Sarasota.

02/16/2024 By Kim Doleatto

Small But Mighty

Local Writer Larry Hoffman's Little Sarasota Dining Book Is in Bookstores Now

Hoffman is an area expert on all things local dining, and he wants you to be, too.

01/19/2024 By Lauren Jackson

We Will Miss You

After Just Four Months in the Rosemary District, Nancy's Bar-B-Q Is Permanently Closing

Guests are invited to say good-bye—and have one last helping of brisket—by Saturday, Jan. 6.

01/04/2024 By Lauren Jackson

Hot, Hot, Hot

Sarasota's Best New Restaurants

The past year has a big one for new restaurants in Sarasota and Manatee counties. Here are the ones that stand out.

12/28/2023 By Lauren Jackson

Year in Review

The Best Things Our Food Editor Ate This Year

Ten excellent bites from 2023.

12/27/2023 By Lauren Jackson

The After After Party

The Best Late Night Restaurants in Sarasota

Night owls, take note.

12/13/2023 By Lauren Jackson

Big News

Here's What's Happening at the Corner of Boulevard of the Arts and Central Avenue

The Longboat Group, which also owns neighboring CitySide Apartments, has been building a food-and-beverage-based property called Parkside in the Rosemary District.

12/05/2023 By Lauren Jackson

Welcome Back!

After Three Years, The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota Has Brought Back Its Massive Gingerbread Display

The tradition was paused during the Covid-19 pandemic, but it's back this year—and includes 400 pounds of gingerbread.

12/01/2023 By Lauren Jackson

A Major Draw

New Monthly Pop-Ups Explore Sarasota Art Museum Exhibits Through Food

On the first Wednesday of every month, chef Kaytlin Dangaran prepares a four-course menu inspired by the museum's exhibits.

11/17/2023 By Lauren Jackson

Best Restaurants

The Best Restaurants in Sarasota

Where to eat right now—and what to order when you're there.

11/07/2023 By Lauren Jackson

That Was Quick

The Original Wolfie's & Rascal House Opened in the Rosemary District Last Week. It Closed Two Days Later.

The restaurant has not yet announced a reopening date.

11/06/2023 By Lauren Jackson

Shell Yeah

The Beach House Waterfront Restaurant Is Celebrating Its 30th Anniversary

The oceanfront restaurant will offer a series of specials inspired by its original menus from 1993.

10/20/2023 By Lauren Jackson

Caviar Dreams

By Patrik Pettersson Is Now Open for Dinner Inside the Kompose Hotel

Chef Patrik Pettersson's menu will feature two tasting menu options.

10/12/2023 By Lauren Jackson

That Bloody Mary Tho

Daiquiri Deck Will Offer a Seasonal Brunch Beginning Aug. 26

Fill up on brunch and booze at one of the Deck's five locations before hitting the beach.

08/18/2023 By Lauren Jackson

Saying Goodbye

Art Uptown Gallery Is Closing, and Big Changes Are in the Works for That Stretch of Main Street

A recent sale means a hike in rent that the gallery can't afford.

08/16/2023 By Kim Doleatto

New Kids on the block

Waterside Place in Lakewood Ranch Welcomes Two New Tenants

Waterside Place town center will soon include a new restaurant, Eatalia, and the Wellness Space for meditation and mentoring.

08/15/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Restaurant Review

Owen’s Fish Camp in Lakewood Ranch Is a Worthy Successor to the Downtown Original

Turns out, the towering banyan tree canopy and historic downtown cottage are not necessary components of the formula that makes Owen’s a consistent hit.

08/15/2023 By Lauren Jackson

Hot Diggity

The Best Hot Dogs in Sarasota

From a legendary oceanfront fried dog to a Chicago dog Carmy from The Bear would be proud of, we’ve got you covered.

07/18/2023 By Lauren Jackson

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