A Sprig of Thyme restaurant is tucked away on Hillview Street!  It is delicious cuisine and the atmosphere is so quaint you'll feel like your in a Parisian cafe!  Luigi and his wife Jennifer are welcoming hosts.  Visit their website at A Sprig of Thyme

Mediterraneo Cucina Italiano is a lovely Italian Restaurant within walking distance to the Trop! Visit their website at Mediterraneo Restaurant

Antoine's Restaurant located close to downtown tucked away in a little shopping plaza. Delicious French inspired cuisine!

Fresh Start Cafe is one our favorite little cafes for lunch in downtown Sarasota. Delicious food and friendly waitstaff make this a must go to on your visit! Danielle's recommendation is the Tuna Caesar Salad. Visit the website at Fresh Start Cafe

Marina Jack Waterfront Restaurant and The Blue Sunshine Bar & Grill located at 2 Marina Plaza Sarasota, FL 34236 Located in iconic Bayfront Park minutes from the Trop!  Visit their website at Marina Jack Restaurant

Main Bar Sandwich Shop is one of Sarasota's most iconic little eateries! Ali's favorite sandwich is the Italian with jalepeno mayo on the side! You won't want to miss this little gem for lunch. Visit their website at The Main Bar Sandwich Shop

Patricks 1481 Tavern at 1481 Main Street, Sarasota, FL 34236.  Voted Best Burger in Sarasota!  It's a great place to watch sports at the bar and a delicious burger.  Family Friendly on Main Street.  Visit their website at Patricks 1481 on Main

Marina Jack II Sightseeing Cruise at 2 Marina Plaza is a narrated sightseeing lunch or sunset dinner cruise.  It takes you through the inter-coastal waters and the Gulf of Mexico.  Enjoy dining and outstanding views.  Docked behind Marina Jack restaurant, located at Bayfront Park.  Visit their website at Marina Jack Sightseeing Dinner & Lunch Cruise

O'leary's Tiki Bar & Grill located in the Bayfront Park.  Enjoy a delicious beverage and light bites while taking in the stunning views!  Visit their website at O'leary's Tiki Bar

Libby's Neighborhood Brasserie at 1917 South Osprey Ave, Sarasota, FL 34239. Located in the Southside area of Sarasota is a great restaurant for lunch or dinner with great food and wonderful ambiance.  Try the Nobu salad ~ a fav! Visit their website at Libbys Neighborhood Brasserie

The Serving Spoon Restaurant is a great local favorite for breakfast and lunch spot.  Located in the hip Hillview / Southside Area of Sarasota!  Visit their website at The Serving Spoon Restaurant

Veronica's Fish & Oyster Bar in the Southside District is beautiful restaurant.  It features a full bar with delicious seafood and great ambiance.  Visit their website at Veronica's Fish & Oyster Bar.  

Duval's Fresh Local Seafood Restaurant located at 1435 Main Street.  Features a full bar, indoor & outdoor seating and of course wonderful seafood cuisine!  Visit their website at Duval's Fresh Local Seafood Restaurant

Tamiami Tap located a short walk or even shorter drive from the Trop.  This is a great little neighborhood bar & grill.  Visit their website at Tamiami Tap

Owens Fish Camp is located in the Burns Court Area of downtown Sarasota.  You can easily walk from the Trop to this quaint little restaurant and enjoy some delicious seafood! Featuring both indoor & outdoor seating.  Check out their website at Owens Fish Camp Restaurant

Spice Station Casual Thai and Sushi Restaurant is located at 1438 Boulevard of the Arts, Sarasota 34236 Phone is (941) 343-2894 In the Rosemary District. It has indoor and outdoor seating. Their website is Spice Station. They have a bar as well. The food is delicious and ambience is nice and casual. A local favorite! 

Elements Restaurant on Main Elegant Steak, Pasta & Seafood Restaurant.  Check out the Lounge.  Visit their website at Elements Restaurant

Classico Italian Chophouse is located on lower Main Street & Palm Avenue.  Inside & Outside Dining offered at this charming restaurant!  View their website at Classico Italian Chophouse

Boca Kitchen Sarasota is located on Lemon Ave right next to Main Street.  A great place to visit after the Farmer's Market on Saturdays ....but make a rezzie!  Visit their website at Boca Kitchen

Indigenous Restaurant in Towles Court is literally a stone's throw away from us here at the Trop.  It's a very popular little restaurant and reservations are strongly recommended!  Visit their website at https://www.indigenoussarasota...

Flavios Italian Restaurant is located on Main Street a short walk from the Trop.  Featuring indoor and outdoor seating and of course delicious Italian cuisine!  Visit their website at Flavios Classic Italian Restaurant

The Waffle Stop on South Washington Blvd is an iconic Sarasota Breakfast & Lunch place run by Dolly.  It's claim to fame ~ Elvis ate here in the 50's.  The food is down home, fresh and simple.  A local favorite.  Walk from the Trop or about a one minute drive.  Visit their facebook pageat Waffle Stop Restaurant

Caragiulos Italian American Restaurant features great Italian food and delicious pizza from their pizza oven.  Indoor & Outdoor seating in this great downtown spot right on Palm Avenue.  Family run and super friendly staff ~ ask for Rashid!

Check their website for menu and time at Caragiulos Italian Restaurant

Marcellos Italiano Ristorante features southern Italian!  Simply delicious ~ Visit their website atMarcellos Italiano Ristorante

The Rosemary & Thyme Restaurant in Citrus Square Downtown Sarasota is a local gem!  Delicious food & wonderful ambiance.  Visit their website at The Rosemary & Thyme Restaurant