Guidebook for Sarasota
Essentials
Publix Super Market at Sarasota Pavilion
6543 S Tamiami TrailMajor grocery store
Crescent Beach Grocery
1211 Old Stickney Point RdNice selection -- including made-to-order sandwiches
Drinks & Nightlife
Captain Curt's Sniki Tiki
1204 Old Stickney Point RdFun place to hang out after the beach
Sightseeing
Main "public" beach with life guards, bathrooms, snack bar, etc -- about 1 mile from the villa -- sidewalks all the way
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Siesta Beach
Main "public" beach with life guards, bathrooms, snack bar, etc -- about 1 mile from the villa -- sidewalks all the way
Food Scene
Blu Que Island Grill
149 Avenida MessinaFun place, good food
Carrabba's Italian Grill
1940 Stickney Point RdConvenient & inexpensive
Phillippi Creek Oyster Bar
5353 S Tamiami TrailGreat local seafood restaurant with a water view
A local tradition -- EXCELLENT sandwiches. Be sure to try the Surfer -- my fav.
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Anna's Deli
6535 Midnight Pass RdA local tradition -- EXCELLENT sandwiches. Be sure to try the Surfer -- my fav.
Ophelia's on the Bay
9105 Midnight Pass RdNice restaurant with good food.
Great food and a fun atmosphere. Often has live music in the evening.
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The Cottage
153 Avenida MessinaGreat food and a fun atmosphere. Often has live music in the evening.