Romantic Restaurants, Getaway Places in Sarasota

"Location: 5238 Ocean Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34242 Hours: Open 11am to 12am most days, opening at 9am on Sundays. The high-energy and buzzing ambiance of the Siesta Key Oyster Bar, locally known as SKOB, will engage the kids and satisfy the pickiest of eaters. The Oyster Bar has a kid’s menu, with a small portioned burger, grilled cheese, chicken tenders, and fish tacos and coloring games to keep them busy."

"Siesta Key Oyster Bar – or S.K.O.B., as locals affectionately call it – gets its name from the oysters, among other seafood, it serves. But it’s also one of Siesta Village’s busiest watering holes, decorated with dollar bills from past customers, and regularly features live music. S.K.O.B. offers open-air deck seating, as well as patio seating overlooking Ocean Boulevard."

"One of the best venues for oyster lovers is the Siesta Key Oyster Bar. The casual seafood menu at this island-style patio bar is award-winning, and the oysters are the highlight of a visit. Alongside the other seafood dishes, there are also wings and burgers on this diverse menu."

"At once trendy and cozy, Cottage is one of the best restaurants on Siesta Key, specializing in skillfully crafted seafood dishes with gorgeous, tropical garden seating in the back. Popular items include the lobster bisque, bronzed black grouper and Siesta seafood scampi. It also has an impressive cocktail list, featuring a must-try jalapeno watermelon margarita."

"I was a little apprehensive about ordering a burger, as any reasonable person from cattle country would be...right?. If their menu is %90 fish, should I risk…”more. Indoor & Outdoor dining"

"Recognized as the State Art Museum of Florida, the John and Mable Ringling Museum focuses on preserving and enhancing the legacy of John and Mable Ringling. The 66-acre museum complex includes the Museum of Art, the Venetian-Gothic Cà d’Zan Mansion, the eighteenth-century historic Asolo Theater, as well as the Circus Museum. In this museum, you can learn the remarkable story behind entrepreneur and art collector John Ringling."

"Administered by Florida State University, the museum encompasses the entire Ringling estate, far more than just the art museum; there's…"

"The Beachhouse Restaurant is the perfect place for family dining with room for kids to play on the beach while you enjoy tropical drinks with great food. Enjoy your meal inside the dining room or on the gulf-front deck. What better way to experience fine Florida dining than to pair it live entertainment?"

"Probably our best dining out experience in months given that so many restaurants are having issues with staff shortages. Be prepared to wait a little bit.…”more. Indoor & Outdoor dining"

"Probably our best dining out experience in months given that so many restaurants are having issues with staff shortages. Be prepared to wait a little bit.…”more"

"Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse provides an upscale, white tablecloth experience with the best cuts of meat in town. Located in downtown Sarasota on Lemon Avenue, this iconic establishment is renowned for its filets and oldschool manned bar with impeccable service and quality at every turn. Celebrate special occasions here and do not skip the oversized chocolate molten lava cake."

"Hyde Park – Sarasota sits at the corner of Lemon Avenue and State Street, ½ block south of Main Street; minutes from Siesta Key, Longboat Key, and St. Armand’s Circle. Hyde Park is located near the Ritz-Carlton, Hyatt, Hotel Indigo, and Lido Beach hotels. Upscale bar and dining with a late night happy hour menu."

"What a wonderful evening my husband and I had while on vacation in Sarasota. The service and atmosphere was perfect. Our meal + drinks were great."

"I can't belive I've never been to Tom's Bad Ass Bar & Grill. It's right off Main St. in Bradenton across from my favorite restaurant. We walked in and we…”more"

"A newcomer to the Sarasota market, OfKors Bakery opened its doors in 2019 in The Landings shopping plaza. While they offer standard yeast donuts with typical toppings, it’s their brioche donuts that truly stand out. Made with rich and buttery brioche dough, each donut is piped with Bavarian cream and fruit fillings inside."

"Ofkors Bakery has it all from outstanding donuts, to an incredible atmosphere of live music and friendly services, and much more. The donuts here are everything. Plus, they have gluten-free options too."

"I called several times to place an order and the person answering the phone stated “it might be a while.” That's why I'..."

"Absolutely fabulous food, perfectly and authentically spiced, seasoned and prepared. Served hot and quickly. The lunch special is a generous portion and ..."