A Fresh Look and Taste in Southside Village… When the Caragiulio restaurant group announced plans for an upscale seafood restaurant in the heart of Southside Village, we were excited. Observing the renovation and transformation of the former location of Sam Snead’s, only added to our anticipation. The restaurant space was totally redone, the decor casually […]

SRQ Reviews on February 22, 2017 Something different, yet familiar… Are you in the mood for a different, yet familiar culinary experience? Well look no further than Birdrock Taco Shack. Once again, chef Dave Shiplett is breaking the mold of traditional dining, this time by offering a super casual, easy going, southern California beach styled […]

Selva: Sustained, Sophisticated, Stylish, and Savory…Seriously A number of years ago, I brought one of my “foodie friends” from Manhattan, N.Y., to Selva for dinner. We ordered a number of appetizers, entrees and wine. We had a delightful evening capped by my friend’s declaration, “This restaurant could be in New York!” Located on the lower […]

Posts Tagged ‘The Coolinary’ Dining in downtown Sarasota is always a pleasurable event. The diversity of cuisine, the variety of ambiance, and the small, intimate, almost nostalgic nature of downtown Sarasota restaurants create a truly unique dining experi…

SRQ Reviews Dining Heat Map for April, 2016 Where are the hottest Sarasota restaurant for dining in April, 2016? This month’s Sarasota Dining Heat Map shows you where. With so many restaurants in Sarasota, how does one chose where to dine? One way is to see where people are dining. Another option is to listen […]

Sarasota Dining Heat Map for March, 2016 The hottest Sarasota Dining options… With so Sarasota dining options, how does one chose a restaurant? One way is to see where people in Sarasota are dining. Another option is to listen for the local buzz. And a third option, which combines the two prior options, use the […]

Posts Tagged ‘Sarasota foodies’ Attention Foodies in Sarasota! The dining experience at Andrea’s is for you! Foodies are always on the lookout for outstanding cuisine, exceptionally prepared food, and locales where the quality of the ingredients take pr…

The Sandbar Waterfront Restaurant: More than meets the eye… Located on the north end of Anna Maria Island on a small, easy-to-miss sandy road is The Sandbar Restaurant. Situated amongst some tall trees, the building’s view isn’t immediately apparent. But make no mistake: this is the quintessential beachfront dining experience. Yes, there are some tourist […]

Even More SRQ Restaurant Reviews May 15, 2019 The Evolution of Korean Cuisine in Sarasota. A few years ago, food trucks emerged on the Sarasota dining scene. Innovative, flavorful, reasonably p… December 14, 2018 Simple, Seafood, Italian Style. La Dolce Vita is a charmingly understated, family run, authentic, Italian restaurant. Located in a small strip […]

Posts Tagged ‘Homemade Italian’ Need some platters or sweets for a party or gathering?  Dolce Italia offers a significant selection of Italian specialties for catering and take-out.

SRQ Reviews on November 16, 2015 Pho Cali, a steady stand by in downtown Sarasota. With a significant number of downtown Sarasota restaurants, choosing a place to dine is no simple matter. What type of cuisine? What style of restaurant? What about price range? You get the idea. There are many factors to consider. Sometimes […]

Antoine’s has relocated. This review is from their former location. Antoine’s Restaurant: A Rewarding Culinary Adventure…. What do you get when you combine a former fast-food location with a classically trained European culinary team? You get an exciting new culinary adventure, otherwise known as Antoine’s Restaurant. Located at 1100 North Tuttle, this new Sarasota restaurant […]

SRQ Reviews on July 19, 2010 Yesteryear charm with today’s food! Picture a 1850’s styled train station painstakingly disassembled, moved, and restored in Sarasota’s Rosemary district.  An interesting venue for a restaurant!  Charming, colorful, warm and inviting, that is Station 400. When we first arrived at Station 400, we were greeted with a friendly smile […]

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