Island Time

Tommy Bahama Will Reopen at the End of September

The upscale chain closed after Hurricanes Helene and Milton. This month, it will reopen in the former Shore location on St. Armands Circle, with a retail store downstairs—just like the old days.

09/03/2025 By Lauren Jackson

Raw Ambition

A High-End New Sushi Restaurant Is Coming to Lakewood Ranch's Main Street

Kuro Sushi will be the fourth restaurant in owner Daniel Dokko's portfolio.

08/06/2025 By Lauren Jackson

Well Done!

Allswell, a New Gastropub, Has Opened at Waterside Place

It's run by Darren Shore and Tory Delaney, who also own Malt House, which has two locations in NYC.

07/31/2025 By Lauren Jackson

Whisker Network

It's Raining Cats and Dogs in the Rosemary District

Katy's Cat Café and Dog Bar Sarasota are here to bring you some furry, four-legged joy.

07/16/2025 By Lauren Jackson

Hole Lotta Love

A New Bagel Shop Is Opening on Siesta Key This Month

Bungalow Bagels, from Casa Masa owner Rob DiSilvio, is located in the Southbridge Mall plaza and will open by the end of July.

07/03/2025 By Lauren Jackson

Hot, Hot, Hot

Sarasota's Best New Restaurants

A mid-year update of the new restaurants that stand out from the crowd.

06/19/2025 By Lauren Jackson

The Sky's The Limit

Mattison’s City Grille Just Opened a New Location Inside SRQ Airport

Yesterday’s opening marks the local restaurant chain’s fourth location in the area.

06/17/2025 By Lauren Jackson

Steak It 'Til You Make It

A New Steakhouse Is Coming to Englewood's Historic Dearborn Street

Chophouse285 and its dedicated dry-aging room will open this fall.

06/05/2025 By Lauren Jackson

Itadakimasu

Zōtō, an Upscale Japanese Restaurant, Is Coming to University Town Center

The owners of Tampa's Michelin-starred Kōsen are bringing their newest concept, which will focus izakaya on Japanese whisky, to Sarasota.

05/29/2025 By Lauren Jackson

Mango Mania

Toasted Mango Is Open in the Rosemary District

After six months without a downtown Toasted Mango, it’s back in a new space, with a new cocktail menu.

05/20/2025 By Lauren Jackson

Welcome to the Neighborhood

Flower Child, a New Fast Casual Restaurant, Raises the Bar on Healthy, Fast-Casual Cuisine

The Arizona-based chain is owned by 11-time James Beard Award-nominee Sam Fox. It opened in Lakewood Ranch this week.

05/15/2025 By Lauren Jackson

Glazed and Amused

Peachey’s Baking Co. Opens Its First Brick-and-Mortar in The Landings

The popular doughnnuts—formerly a seasonal treat—are now available (almost) all the time. Rejoice!

05/13/2025 By Lauren Jackson

Here We Go!

Florence and the Spice Boys' Second Location Is Open

The much-loved restaurants opened outpost No. 2 on Monday, April 28.

04/24/2025 By Lauren Jackson

Tower of Power

Ocean Prime Has Opened at The Quay

And people are flocking for good reason—including the restaurant's legendary seafood tower.

03/26/2025 By Lauren Jackson

Pop the Cork

Sugar Champagne Bar Opens in Downtown Sarasota This Friday

The swanky new spot will offer caviar service, cocktails and, of course, an extensive Champagne list.

03/25/2025 By Lauren Jackson

Laissez Les Bon Temps Rouler

With Lucky 8, Cajun Cuisine Finally Has a Home in Sarasota

The food comes courtesy of chef and co-owner Mark Majorie, who worked in kitchens in New Orleans for years, and his business partner Edward Zaki, the owner of 1592 and co-owner of Adeline.

03/10/2025 By Lauren Jackson