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- YYummyIndiana •6 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoExcellent food! We had a quiet dinner with gazpacho and wild mushroom bisque to start, followed by a pork chop and cobia. The finale were carrot cake ice cream and flourless chocolate cake. Everything was great!More infoIndigenousPrice: Expensive• American• Sarasota•4.8
- CCampbellvipCincinnati / Dayton •9 reviews5.0Dined on Nov 21, 2023La Mucca Ballerina always impresses! The best Italian food in the area, bar none. I would recommend La Mucca to anyone looking for incredible food, amazing atmosphere and a wonderful staff and family!More infoLa Mucca BallerinaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Sarasota•4.8
- EExcellentvipSouthwest Florida •132 reviews5.0Dined on Nov 1, 2023Always a great dining experience at Flavio Downtown Sarasota. Never disappointed in the food quality and service the numerous times my wife and I have dined here. Highly recommended!More infoFlavio Downtown SarasotaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Sarasota•4.5
- OTOpenTable DinervipTampa / Central Florida West •5 reviews5.0Dined on Jan 2, 2023Excellent food!! I can tell that a lot of love went into preparing these meals!! We can’t believe that this was our first time visiting this restaurant. We will definitely be back soon!!More infoMediterraneo Ristorante ItalianoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Sarasota•4.8
- SGSusanGTampa / Central Florida West •1 review5.0Dined on Jan 1, 2023Pleasantly surprised! We were celebrating my daughters first child and the new year! The food was outstanding. Everything was fresh and yummy.More infoMADEPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Sarasota•4.6
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Top Hispanic Owned and Operated Restaurants in the U.S.
September 15th to October 15th brings the celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month in the United States, a time that honors the cultures of people whose ancestors came from Central and South America, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Spain. A big part of the cultural heritage that many Latinx people share in this country is food. To honor National Hispanic Heritage Month, below find Hispanic-owned and -operated across the U.S.
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There are two times of year that define life in the Sarasota area: peak and off seasons. Population numbers may spike by about 20 percent in the peak season, and the change is evident as commercial activity ramps up. The local dining scene is especially susceptible to the changing seasons. Peak season is the best time to sample the diverse cuisine, which ranges from soul food at hole-in-the-wall diners to fusion menus in hip bistros. There are also plenty of fine dining options at white-tablecloth restaurants. Sip on a good wine while enjoying fresh cheeses or stop by the local pub to sample one of 50 different beers and chow down on thin-crust pizza. You're sure to get your fill of fresh seafood in this Florida town, or maybe you prefer vegetarian dishes featuring super foods like quinoa, goji berries, and sweet potatoes.
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Dog friendly restaurants in Sarasota include Columbia Restaurant - Sarasota, The Rosemary & Thyme and Libby's - Sarasota
Child friendly restaurants in Sarasota include Columbia Restaurant - Sarasota, Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Sarasota and Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar - Sarasota
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