Sunshine Guidebook
Beaches
Siesta Key beach has been rated #1 in the US for several years! The white quartz sand is like powdered sugar and does not get hot in the sun. The deep beach has ample parking, restrooms, playground and volleyball courts.
798 locals recommend
Siesta Beach
Siesta Key beach has been rated #1 in the US for several years! The white quartz sand is like powdered sugar and does not get hot in the sun. The deep beach has ample parking, restrooms, playground and volleyball courts.
Food scene
This is one of our favorite restaurants in Sarasota! A modern twist on classic dishes this is a must visit!
37 locals recommend
Baker & Wife
2157 Siesta DrThis is one of our favorite restaurants in Sarasota! A modern twist on classic dishes this is a must visit!
Our favorite pizza in Sarasota! The dough is proofed for 96 hours and they use quality, fresh ingredients!
RomanSQ | artisan pizza
6670 Superior AvenueOur favorite pizza in Sarasota! The dough is proofed for 96 hours and they use quality, fresh ingredients!
Farm to Table focused restaurant in downtown Sarasota won't dissapoint!
80 locals recommend
Boca Sarasota
19 S Lemon AveFarm to Table focused restaurant in downtown Sarasota won't dissapoint!
Island House Taqueria
2773 Bee Ridge RoadAuthentic excellent tacos and mexican dishes!
Oak & Stone Clark Road
4067 Clark RdFamily freindly restaurant with great food and a beer wall!
Fun, Family atmosphere restaurant in downtown with fish camp decor & feel.
260 locals recommend
Owens Fish Camp
516 Burns CtFun, Family atmosphere restaurant in downtown with fish camp decor & feel.
Quaint, upscale old FL style restaurant. Great place for dates, anniversary or special occasion.
80 locals recommend
Indigenous Restaurant
239 S Links AveQuaint, upscale old FL style restaurant. Great place for dates, anniversary or special occasion.
Bay Front restaurant with great views and dining options right on the dock!
74 locals recommend
Dry Dock Waterfront Grill
412 Gulf of Mexico DrBay Front restaurant with great views and dining options right on the dock!
Local favorite, home cooked Amish style food with large buffet.
57 locals recommend
Der Dutchman Sarasota
3713 Bahia Vista StLocal favorite, home cooked Amish style food with large buffet.
Local favorite, home cooked Amish meals and delicious pies!
109 locals recommend
Yoder's Restaurant & Amish Village
3434 Bahia Vista StLocal favorite, home cooked Amish meals and delicious pies!
Atmosphere
935 North Beneva RoadBest Neapolitan pizza we have had! Super fresh and high quality ingredients.
Buttermilk Handcrafted Food
5520 Palmer BlvdPostal 98 Cafe
1240 Yoder AveAnn Marie's Southern Cream
3303 Bahia Vista StPerq Coffee Bar
1821 Hillview StBuddy Brew Coffee - Sarasota
1289 N Palm AveShore Longboat Key
800 Broadway StUrban Fresh Sandwich Company, LLC
Summer House Steak & Seafood
149 Avenida MessinaBrick's Smoked Meats
1528 State StMain Street Creamery
1359 Main StWhitney's
6990 Gulf of Mexico DrNeighborhoods
Pinecraft is an Amish/Mennonite community in Sarasota, there are restaurants, shops and most walk or bike around the area.
6 locals recommend
Pinecraft
Pinecraft is an Amish/Mennonite community in Sarasota, there are restaurants, shops and most walk or bike around the area.
Fun downtown with restaurants and shops and one of the best beaches in the world!
400 locals recommend
Siesta Key
Fun downtown with restaurants and shops and one of the best beaches in the world!
Saint Armands Circle
Saint Armands CircleUpscale shops and restaurants.
Sightseeing
Lapp's Bike Rentals
3407 Estrada StMote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
1600 Ken Thompson PkwyBetter than a Zoo with many different cats, bears, birds, etc. Easy to access and parking is free!
158 locals recommend
Big Cat Habitat and Gulf Coast Sanctuary
7101 Palmer BlvdBetter than a Zoo with many different cats, bears, birds, etc. Easy to access and parking is free!
Sarasota Jungle Gardens
3701 Bay Shore RdMarie Selby Botanical Gardens
1534 Mound StBeautiful state part with an abundance of wildlife just East of Sarasota!
382 locals recommend
Myakka River State Park
13208 State Rd 72Beautiful state part with an abundance of wildlife just East of Sarasota!
Celery Fields
6893 Palmer BlvdWoderful views with some hiking, sightseeing and birdwatching.
The legacy trail is only blocks away! You can walk or bike to downtown Sarasota or bike all the way to Venice!
61 locals recommend
Legacy Trail
Central Sarasota ParkwayThe legacy trail is only blocks away! You can walk or bike to downtown Sarasota or bike all the way to Venice!
marina jacks
2 Marina PlazaThe John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
5401 Bay Shore RdTed Sperling Nature Park and mangrove tunnels
190 Taft DrCity/town information
Sarasota is home to Siesta Key beach, many great views, restaurants and things to do!
221 locals recommend
Sarasota
Sarasota is home to Siesta Key beach, many great views, restaurants and things to do!
Arlington Park Sarasota
2650 Waldemere StPublic pool, walking trails and playground.
Grocery Stores
Yoder's Fresh Market
3404 Bahia Vista StGreat place for fresh produce!
Quality foods, produce, meats, etc. Also a great deli and ice cream shop in the store!
51 locals recommend
Detwiler’S Farm Market
2881 Clark RdQuality foods, produce, meats, etc. Also a great deli and ice cream shop in the store!
Walmart Neighborhood Market
3560 Bee Ridge RdPublix Super Market at Centergate Village
5804 Bee Ridge RdALDI
4705 Cortez Rd WTrader Joe's
4101 S Tamiami Trail