Weve had bunches of new places open up over the past six months or so. These new Sarasota restaurants have been making a big showing on The LIST. Even with all of these new places to dine around town, some old Sarasota favorites make this months rundown of the most searched for … [Read more...]
Ragin’ Cajun
Our list of the most popular restaurants on dineSarasota.com is out for September 2010. It seems like Sarasota has developed a taste for New Orleans fare. Two of our creole/Cajun inspired restaurants have made this months list. And one of them, the newly opened Voocaray, comes in … [Read more...]
Munchies 420 Cafe Hits The Top Of The LIST
Weve had bunches of new places open up over the past six months or so. These new Sarasota restaurants have been making a big showing on The LIST. Even with all of these new places to dine around town, some old Sarasota favorites make this months rundown of the most searched for … [Read more...]
Sarasota Area Restaurants Closing, But, Does Anyone Care?
I had hopes that this summer season would be different than summer seasons just past. Then the emails came. The first showed up on May 26th in the form of a post from Creative Loafing Food Writer, Brian Ries. Two downtown Sarasota restaurants were shutting their doors. The newly … [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...]
Blu Smoke, Urban Reef and Sangria Make THE LIST
Lots of changes in our monthly tabulation of Sarasota's most searched for restaurants. There are five new entries, a swap at the top and some big downtown representation. Four brand new places and one old Sarasota favorite make THE LIST this month. The re-opened Sangria Tapas Bar … [Read more...]
Update: Sarasota Restaurants Flock to Twitter
Back in June we ran a piece about Sarasota restaurants that are using Twitter to help spread the word about their businesses. That post has turned out to be one of the most popular pieces on Pot Luck. At that time 18 area restaurants were using the service. Each eatery is using … [Read more...]
Some Local Favorites Close Their Doors
As has been widely reported, Sarasota has lost some great restaurants in the past several weeks. The closings of Canvas Cafe, 5 One 6 Burns, Sierra Station and Sangria will be felt by everyone who lives and visits Sarasota. Each of those places had their niche in our dining … [Read more...]
dineSarasota Menu Monday: Deli Lane
Our Menu Monday feature this week takes us over to the Southgate neighborhood. Deli Lane, located on Siesta Drive just across from the Westfield Southgate Mall, features a menu that has great breakfast and lunch fare. Along with traditional favorites, your sure to find some new … [Read more...]
Follow Lots of Sarasota Restaurants on Twitter
Seems like everywhere you look people are talking about or using Twitter. Our Sarasota restaurant community is no exception. Many of our local restaurants have started using the popular social networking tool as a way to promote their business. And, judging by the number of … [Read more...]
Cork Makes the Early Bird Hip
At one point or another, we've all talked about Florida residents eating dinner in "the middle of the afternoon". And, it's usually talked about like a joke. Well, Cork, located on St. Armands Circle is attempting to change all that. They're trying to make early bird dining cool. … [Read more...]
dineSarasota Food Flash: Summertime, Chicken Pesto and The Boss
Here we are once again at the end of another week. Looks like this week wasn't so busy. At least on the Sarasota restaurant, food and dining front. If you need some help remembering what went on, we can be of assistance. Click on an image to read the full story. How about … [Read more...]
Election Season In Full Swing For Sarasota Restaurants
I fully realize that our historic Presidential election and our not so historic local elections are long since over. Then why do I feel like I'm in the midst of a full on election blitz? I think it may have something to do with the annual Sarasota Herald-Tribune Readers' Choice … [Read more...]
Sarasota Restaurants Are Tweeting Away
Unless you've been spending the past six months in a cave or hunkered down in an undisclosed location, you've no doubt been exposed to the Twitter craze. Seems like everybody from Ashton Kutcher to CNN to Oprah is "Tweeting", or, at least talking about it. Even Sarasota is in the … [Read more...]
dineSarasota Menu Monday: Madfish Grill
Do you have a craving for some great fresh seafood? Well, it's Florida, so who doesn't. If that describes your mood then a trip to Madfish Grill is in order. Just south of the corner of Bee Ridge and Cattlemen, Madfish is serving up fantastic seafood dishes daily. Here's a peek … [Read more...]
Sarasota Food Flash: Madfish, Grilling & Diva’s
Even though it's technically not "season" anymore, there are still lots of great things going on here in our Sarasota restaurant and dining scene. Here's a roundup of some of the stuff you may have missed. Click on an image to read the full story. Hey, I've got a fantastic … [Read more...]
dineSarasota Menu Monday: Bamboo Bistro
A new edition to Siesta Village (located across the street from Davidson's Plaza), Bamboo Bistro is serving up wraps, sandwiches and salads to hungry key diners. They also feature a full breakfast menu. Need a refresher on a hot Sarasota day? Bamboo Bistro carries Sweet Tart … [Read more...]
It’s Fleming’s New Math: 5 For 6 ‘Til 7
No matter how you do the math, Fleming's Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar in Sarasota has a great deal for you. They have just announced their amazing "5 for 6 'til 7" promotion. It's their way of helping you make the most of your hard earned dining dollars. Here's the scoop. From … [Read more...]
dineSarasota Menu Monday: El Greco Cafe
Located on the corner of Main and Orange, the El Greco Mediterranean Cafe has been a Sarasota dining staple for years. They have just completed some great exterior renovations. They have added a new awning to the front of the building to accommodate sidewalk bistro style dining. … [Read more...]
Stingray’s Stays On Top Of The Heap
The LIST for May 2009 is out and Stingray's Grill winds up on top for a second straight month. The former Shell's Restaurant seems to have a lot of folks searching for information about it. The Sand Dollar Rooftop Restaurant moves up a notch in May. Cafe Gabbiano, Sangria and … [Read more...]
dineSarasota Menu Monday: Monterey Grill
The Monterey Grill located in the Paradise Plaza (behind Publix) has a menu loaded with great dining options. Check out their specialty salads, extraordinary sandwiches, burgers and rice bowls. You can fax in your order for a pickup or they will deliver your order straight to the … [Read more...]
Yoder’s Hosting Man vs. Food On Saturday
On Saturday May 2nd, Sarasota's very own Yoder's Restaurant will play host to the Travel Channel's, Man vs. Food. That's right, Adam Richman will be at the restaurant filming a segment for the popular food show to be aired later this year. They will be shooting a few kitchen … [Read more...]
Enjoy Derby Day At The Polo Grill and Bar
Enjoy Derby Day At The Polo Grill and Bar Do something fun on Derby Day! 🏇🏻 Looking for something to do this Derby Day? Tired of hosting your friends all afternoon just for the two-minute race? Then, the Polo Grill and Bar in Lakewood Ranch may have the perfect solution … [Read more...]
dineSarasota Menu Monday: The Serving Spoon
A Sarasota favorite. The Serving Spoon has been dishing out great breakfast and lunches for years here in town. With three locations to choose from you can find one that's convenient for you. A casual, relaxed atmosphere with reasonable prices and good service. What more can you … [Read more...]
Sarasota Food Flash: It’s That Wine Time of Year
You say you've been following the Sarasota food and restaurant news pretty closely this week. We'll let us fill in some of the cracks for you. Click on the images below to read the story. Hey, come on, go out on a limb and try a new Sarasota restaurant this week. Oh, and if … [Read more...]
dineSarasota Menu Monday: Rick’s, The French Bistro
It seems like for a city its size, Sarasota has a pretty good amount of French restaurants. Not that I'm complaining mind you, it's more of an observation. Rick's, located in the Southgate area is one that doesn't get mentioned as frequently as the others. It could be because of … [Read more...]
Sarasota Food Flash: Michael’s On East, Southside and Whiteberry
Well, here we are again. I know you've tried really hard this week to catch all of the Sarasota restaurant, food and dining news. But, you may have missed something. Not to worry. we've got it covered. Here's a recap of the weekly news highlights just for you. Click on the image … [Read more...]
Check Out dineSarasota On Facebook And Twitter
Now we have a couple of new ways for you to keep up on what's going on around the Sarasota restaurant, food and dining scene. Now you can become a fan of dineSarasota on Facebook or follow us on Twitter. We update our pages with news and specials from around town. We also throw … [Read more...]
Sarasota Food Flash: Arosa, Gulf Gate Eateries and Top 10 Cheeses
OK, here's the wrap up for another week. There may be a few things that you might have missed during your busy week. We've made it easy for you. Click on the image below to read the story. … [Read more...]
Sarasota Food Flash: Pacific Rim, Taco Finale and Siesta Sundays
Missed a few Sarasota food and dining items this past week? Not to worry, we've got a nice recap for you. Enjoy! Click on the image below to read the story. … [Read more...]
Save 30% At Local Sarasota Restaurants With Gift Certificates From The Originals
Are you just dying to get and out and have a great meal in a local Sarasota restaurant? We all know that we have some fantastic locally owned and operated restaurants here in the Sarasota area. But, these days going out to eat can seem like an extravagance. Now there's help on … [Read more...]
Sarasota Food Flash: Muffins, Taco Championships and Yume Sushi
Here's your weekly dose of what has been happening on the Sarasota food and restaurant scene. Click on the image for the full story. … [Read more...]