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Owen’s Fish Camp Hits The Top

For the week ended March 21, 2010 The newly opened Owen's Fish Camp, located in the Burns Court neighborhood, makes it to the top of our topSIX list for the week just ended. They have a great menu of fresh seafood. The relaxed, friendly atmosphere make it a winner. No … [Read more...]

Can Sarasota Drink Its Way To Google Fiber?

Google fever is sweeping Sarasota. If you have been paying any attention at all to our local tech scene in the last couple of months, you too would be in the throes of Google Fiber Mania! The race is on across the nation to be a Google darling and Sarasota is in the mix. The … [Read more...]

Corned Beef and Cabbage Anyone?

Who's going for a little corned beef and cabbage on St. Patrick's Day? I'm guessing some of you are. I know that I'll probably do double duty tomorrow. There are tons of places around Sarasota that will be serving this great culinary feast comprised of boiled meat, assorted root … [Read more...]

Knick’s Tavern and Grill: Pulled Pork Sliders

Sliders are all the rage on restaurant menus these days. Not only here in Sarasota, but, pretty much everywhere you turn. And, it's not limited to the humble hamburger. No, they seem to make sliders out of everything from fish to hot dogs. Some of these "slider" interpretations … [Read more...]

Strawberries, Strawberries, Strawberries

It's that time of year. That's right fresh strawberries are now in season. Have a look at these beauties! As we've all read in the paper or seen on the local news, the weather has been pretty rough on Florida strawberry farmers. But, it sure doesn't look like our unseasonably … [Read more...]

UPDATE: “No Name” Oyster Bar Opens on Siesta Key

UPDATE: A name has finally been chosen for the newest Siesta Key destination: The Cottage. The official address is, 153 Avenida Messina. This past weekend Siesta Village was crowded with vacation families, locals enjoying one of the first warm days in months and college Spring … [Read more...]

Munchies 420 Tops Our SIX

For the week ended March 6, 2010 Munchies 420 Cafe regains the top spot in our bi-weekly rundown of the Sarasota restaurants that you're searching for on dineSarasota.com. The newly opened Owen's Fish Camp makes a return to our Top SIX, as does comfort food favorite, Yoder's … [Read more...]

Go Green With Fleming’s This St. Patrick’s Season

How about something a little less traditional this St. Patrick's Day season? I know you're probably thinking, "what no green beer?". Instead of the usual Black & Tan, how about a Fleming's Go Green wine dinner! From March 5th through March 14th Fleming's Prime Steakhouse and … [Read more...]

Station 400: Scrambled Egg Whites & Thyme Hash Browns

I'm always on the lookout for a healthy meal that doesn't taste like it. Writing about Sarasota restaurants and food definitely has its upsides. But, there are a few downsides too, like a rising LDL and a potentially new record high on the bathroom scale. You've got to be … [Read more...]

Gecko’s Grill & Pub To Open 5th Location

Gecko's Grill & Pub will be bringing their famous casual dining style to the Southside Village neighborhood. The fifth Gecko's location will open at 1900 Hillview Street in about a month. The space which was formerly occupied by Big Sugar, will be transformed into what is … [Read more...]

Our 2010 Dining Guide Hits The Streets!

It's arrived! Our 2010 Little Sarasota DINING Book is now available around town. This year we are celebrating our 5th year in print! It doesn't even seem possible that this is our 5th annual edition, but it is. Time sure does fly. Just like in previous years, the 2010 guide is … [Read more...]

The Oasis Cafe: Blackened Basa Reuben

The Oasis Cafe: Blackened Basa Reuben The versatile Reuben. You normally don't think of sandwiches in those terms, but that's what the famous Reuben has become. You see it on almost every deli menu. Lately, I've been seeing some interesting and delicious variations on … [Read more...]

Kumo Japanese Steakhouse is Tops

For the week ended February 14 2010 Last week saw the newest Kumo Japanese Restaurant location ascend to the top of our Top SIX list. The Sarasota restaurant opened not long ago and is already building a steady and loyal following among area diners. Their other locations are in … [Read more...]

The Corkscrew Deli: NY Style Corned Beef

Sarasota is not a hotbed of "real" deli food. I think we all know that. But, being from Chicago, I love a good corned beef sandwich. I was out in search of one today. Now, this is a very subjective area we're getting into here. Lots of discussion, lots of disagreement. Let's just … [Read more...]

Munchies 420 Cafe Last Weeks Top SIX Leader

For the week ended February 7 2010 Another Super Bowl week is in the books. These days the game is as much about food and commercials, than it is about football. Here's a look back at what you were searching for on dineSarasota.com last week. Munchies 420 Cafe heads this past … [Read more...]