Best & Cool Bars in Sarasota

"Also known as SKOB by its regulars, the restaurant/bar retains a comfortable family-friendly atmosphere. This lively dining spot offers you and your family the option of listening to live music as you relax and dine during the afternoon. The kid’s menu has a coloring section and maze to keep them occupied and offers discounted prices for children 12 and younger for items like Mac & Cheese, Fish Tacos, Kid’s Burger & Fries, Grilled Cheese, and other small portion favorites."

"Siesta Key Oyster Bar – or S.K.O.B., as locals affectionately call it – gets its name from the oysters, among other seafood, it serves. But it’s also one of Siesta Village’s busiest watering holes, decorated with dollar bills from past customers, and regularly features live music. S.K.O.B. offers open-air deck seating, as well as patio seating overlooking Ocean Boulevard."

"SKOB, as the locals call it, is the definition of Siesta Key. The beach atmosphere, great happy hour and live music are the main draws, but they do offer plenty of healthy food items mixed in with their. Menu Highlights Include: Oysters, Peel and Eat Shrimp, The Big Boil (classic crawfish boil), Seatfood Paella, Shrimp and Scallops, Crab Stuffed Lobster"

"Just a short walk from the beautiful beaches of Sarasota, Cafe Gabbiano brings Italy to Siesta Key. It's serene, casual ambiance imitates..."

"My family of 7 ordered and shared 7 separate dishes, and they were all outstanding. The veal ravioli was my favorite."

"Sarasota's plush deep-water marina is within walking distance of downtown and is well served with alfresco and fine-dining restaurants, numerous sightseeing cruises and private charters. Head here for boat..."

"A waterfront location on the Downtown Sarasota Bayfront, offering superior food and service along with an excellent view. Featuring four restaurant concepts..."

"Hours:Closed todayMon: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PMTue: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PMWed: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PMThu: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PMFri: 5:00 PM - 10:00 PMSat: 5:00 PM - 10:00 PMSun: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM. Address:111 Gulf Dr S, Bradenton Beach, FL 34217"

"The Beach House Restaurant, on Bradenton Beach, FL, is the island’s #1 destination for toes in the sand dining. Hours:Closed todayMon: 11:30 AM - 10:00 PMTue: 11:30 AM - 10:00 PMWed: 11:30 AM - 10:00 PMThu: 11:30 AM - 10:00 PMFri: 11:30 AM - 10:00 PMSat: 11:30 AM - 10:00 PMSun: 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM. Address:200 Gulf Dr N, Bradenton Beach, FL 34217"

"Probably our best dining out experience in months given that so many restaurants are having issues with staff shortages. Be prepared to wait a little bit.…”more"

"We are a family-friendly restaurant and encourage you to bring the entire family. We truly have something for everyone. Whether you are in the mood for fresh Florida seafood, juicy burgers, crispy fish & chips or some savory mussels, we are sure to have something you will love on our menu."

"Alexis Fraser, a local known as Lipstick Lex, isn’t your typical artist. Her medium of choice is lipstick, and her colorful contemporary art is made with layers of her own kisses. In every piece she creates, there are messages of self-love, beauty and empowerment."

"Meg Krakowiak is a contemporary award winning artist best known for her vibrant use of color. Initially inspired by Degas and the beauty of pastels, Meg creates work that looks like pastels utilizing water based materials and crisscross brushstrokes. Her current work continu..."

"Housing over 120 birds in their 3 acre site, Save our Seabirds aims to rehabilitate injured birds and to educate the public on how to minimize environmental risks to them. Their Birdwalk shows visitors how each species has adapted to its natural environment. The Wild Bird Learning Center has some interesting educational displays."

"This attraction is right next to Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium. The birds here have been injured, treated yet unable to return to the wild. It provides a tremendous educational opportunity to learn about the local birds and what we can do to help in conservation efforts."

"Save Our Seabirds, Inc. is an animal shelter specifically catering to seabirds. It features an onsite learning center, offering educational galleries and live exhibits."

"Have a circus-themed afternoon by heading over to Payne Park after a visit to the Ringling. This park is home to a big-top play structure that all kids will love. Known as the Circus park kids, imagination will go wild as they explore the fun, unique features of this one-of-a-kind Sarasota park."

"If any place embodied Sarasota’s artsy, playful spirit, it would be Payne Park!. Formerly the site of a baseball stadium and field from 1924 to 1989, this park now hosts walking trails, a playground, a tennis center, and even a disc throwing golf course!. BLVD Sarasota is now under construction!"

"Aqua blue waters rolling in on a white powedered sandy beach, all very clean with change houses and washroom facilities."

"As soon as you see the bright blue waters and white sand beaches of this park, you’ll instantly be at peace. Take some time to ride a paddleboard across the waters, search for shells on the beach, or lie back and enjoy catching up on your suntan!. Wildlife abounds here, so keep an eye out for pelicans, especially at Brushy Bayou!"