Best places in Sarasota County

Discover the best places in Sarasota County, curated using our unique algorithm blending 'Top Rated' and 'Most Reviewed' establishments. Uncover the city's gems and must-visit locales for an unforgettable experience. Please note that certain places categories are intentionally excluded to ensure a refined selection. Ratings are based from 493 places in the city.

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Detwiler's Farm Market
Grocery store
4.80 (5.9K reviews)
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Carlisle Inn & Conference Center Sarasota
Inn
Down-to-earth hotel offering an outdoor pool, a hot tub & complimentary hot breakfast.
4.90 (774 reviews)
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Siesta Key Rum
Distillery
👍👍 Top notch. Spiced rum is my favorite. Coffee, coconut, silver, spiced...all are great. Make an easy "Skinny-Colada" with toasted coconut and pineapple juice. Throw a shot of spiced in there for my version (in addition to the coconut). Take the tour!!! Taste the samples! The history is fascinating! M...
4.90 (537 reviews)
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North Jetty Beach
Beach pavillion
👍👍 This is by far my favorite beach here in Southwest Florida. The parking is free. There is a snack shack. They have Very clean and well maintained bathroom facility. The beach is clean and the water is crystal clear. It is a hidden gem and I love it. Highly recommend this beach.
4.80 (1K reviews)
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Mad Dogs Hot Dogs
Hot dog restaurant
👍 Mad Dogs was an awesome place to stop for lunch on our way home. It was really busy, so we had to wait a little bit to get our food but it is made fresh to order, so everything was hot and delicious. We ending up getting 3 different hot dogs and their fries and onion rings for the family. The "Seatt...
$ $$$
4.80 (723 reviews)
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Manasota Key Beach
Beach pavillion
Wide sandy beach rimmed with tropical foliage & trails, plus boat ramps & fishing on the sound side.
4.70 (4.1K reviews)
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Charlie's Bulgogi
Restaurant
👍👍 When an expert asks, “Have you eaten Korean before?” and then walks you through the menu and how to mix the perfect bite, you listen. Don’t let exterior fool you. It is a gem!!!!
4.90 (378 reviews)
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Blind Pass Beach
Public beach
Narrow gulf-side beach & bayside lagoon with fishing dock, canoe launch & mangrove trails.
4.70 (3.6K reviews)
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Al Forno Mediterranean Grill & Subs - UTC
Restaurant
$$ $$
4.80 (680 reviews)
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Nokomis Public Beach
Beach
👍👍 Short walk to beach. Restrooms, outdoor showers and filtered water to refill bottles. Plenty of parking but if lots are full you can park across the street where the boat ramp is located. There's a lot of shells and broken shells near the shoreline. Depending which end of the beach you sit you need...
4.70 (3.3K reviews)
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AXE AND BULL SARASOTA, FL
Physical fitness program
👍👍 We were a group of 5 friends that booked an hour session on a weeknight. The cost is very reasonable when splitting it among friends. Some of us had been before and some hadn't. Even though I had been before, I appreciated the tutorial and tips the owner provides. He is very personable and funny...
4.90 (371 reviews)
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Nathan Benderson Park
Park
600-acre park on a lake with rowing facilities, including a boathouse & regatta center.
4.70 (2.1K reviews)
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Caspersen Beach
Beach
👍👍 I went to this beach at the recommendation of a hospice family member. It’s gorgeous. I went after work so I was still in my scrubs. Honestly, I didn’t expect it to be so beautiful. At 8:30 am I was the only one there. I found some sharks teeth which was cool. This is so beautiful and peaceful. Next...
4.70 (2K reviews)
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Taco Fusion Express
Fast food restaurant
👍👍 I found this taco truck to be a hidden gem! I went there on a word of mouth recommendation. The truck is painted bright red, has shaded picnic tables for dining and has a friendly atmosphere that makes you feel welcome (we enjoyed the staff :-)). We had the ground beef American Tacos and the chic...
5.00 (232 reviews)
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Urfer Family Park
Park
Multi-use spot with trails & picnic areas, fishing, wildlife viewing & outdoor fitness equipment.
4.70 (1.4K reviews)
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Mango Bistro
Health food restaurant
Vibrant choice for breakfasts, panini, crêpes, coffee & wine amid bright digs with world music.
$$ $$
4.70 (1.3K reviews)
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Café Evergreen Restaurant
Restaurant
Organic sandwiches, salads, smoothies & wine served in charming digs with a mellow vibe.
$$ $$
4.70 (1.2K reviews)
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Venice Fishing Pier
Fishing pier
This 700-ft-long pier offers fishing without a license, plus rod & reel rentals & sunset views.
4.70 (1.2K reviews)
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Max's Table
Breakfast restaurant
👍 Just had to try breakfast at Max’ Table. Love the outdoor seating, the service was gray thank you Alexa! You kept my coffee cup filled and food was prepped just as we wake , I had the Greek Olmert with cheese grits and a English muffin, my wife had two eggs over easy ham steak and home fries with th...
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4.70 (1.1K reviews)
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BITIA'S TAQUERIA
Salvadoran restaurant
👍 HOMEMADE!!! the food is authentic from El Salvador. Family run business. So fresh & so delicious!!! Order the papusa (called gordita in Mexico) and try their melon 🍈 drink. Their platters also amazing!!! Yum!!! Will be back! Small place and they are busy!
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4.70 (960 reviews)
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