The Roof Is on Fire

Sage Has Reopened, and, Even More Importantly, So Has Its Rooftop Bar

This is good news.

10/08/2021 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Cupid's Bow

Local Business Delivers Romantic, Customized Dates for Couples

Christine McKinney crafts unforgettable dates in outdoor spaces.

02/09/2021 By Kim Doleatto

Bowling

Five Destinations for Outdoor Super Bowl Fun

These party destinations will feature outdoor seating and game-watching fun.

02/02/2021 By Kim Doleatto

Fresh Air

Our Favorite Outdoor Dining Destinations

Covid-19 has made outdoor dining more popular than ever. Here are our favorite destinations for an al fresco feast.

09/22/2020 By Cooper Levey-Baker

The Inside Guide to Dining by Boat

From Anna Maria Island to Venice, here’s where to pull up dockside for great food and drink.

08/07/2020

PIER 22 Welcomes You Back

The waterfront-dining destination has been adapting and getting creative on ways to continue to serve the community during the pandemic

05/19/2020

Coronavirus

Sarasota Wants to Help Restaurants Expand or Add Outdoor Dining

Restaurants in the City of Sarasota can apply for a "temporary outdoor café permit" that allows more seating outside.

05/14/2020 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Patio Pups

Seven Fun Spots to Dine With Your Doggie

You don't have to leave man's best friend behind when dining out.

09/16/2019 By Sarafina Murphy-Gibson

Al Fresco Favorites

The Best Outdoor Dining in Sarasota-Manatee

The best place to eat in Southwest Florida? Outside, of course.

01/25/2018 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Roadside Attractions

Watch the World Stroll by at These Sidewalk Dining Destinations

Great food and great people watching? Count us in.

01/25/2018 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Plein Air Plenty

The Best Farmers Market Eats

Along with ready-to-eat options, our region's bustling farmers markets offer some appealing places to enjoy a quick lunch or snack, from outdoor tables to the Phillippi market’s beautiful park with water views.

01/25/2018 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Road Trip

A Taste of Nirvana: Tampa's Wat Mongkolratanaram Buddhist Temple

You'll find stunning flavors at this Buddhist temple’s outdoor market.

01/25/2018 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Where the Wild Things Are

These Outdoor Spaces Welcome Kids

Kids and adults alike will enjoy these six great spots.

01/25/2018 Photography by Cooper Levey-Baker

A Campfire Tale

"My Most Memorable Outdoor Meal"

After we lost the backpack full of gourmet food, dinner became Plan B.

01/25/2018 By Laura Reiley

On the Waterfront

Water Views are The Reason We're Here

Enjoy a great meal and a gorgeous view at any one of these seven spots.

01/25/2018 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Made in the Shade

Six Patios We Love

Take a seat on a pretty patio or deck and dig in.

01/25/2018 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Article

Where to Eat Outside in Sarasota

Now that the weather is cooling off, Chef Judi's sharing her favorite local spots for outdoor dining.

10/26/2015 By Judi Gallagher

Article

Sarasota Magazine

Outdoor Dining

Sage Has Reopened, and, Even More Importantly, So Has Its Rooftop Bar

Local Business Delivers Romantic, Customized Dates for Couples

Five Destinations for Outdoor Super Bowl Fun

Our Favorite Outdoor Dining Destinations

The Inside Guide to Dining by Boat

PIER 22 Welcomes You Back

Sarasota Wants to Help Restaurants Expand or Add Outdoor Dining

Seven Fun Spots to Dine With Your Doggie

The Best Outdoor Dining in Sarasota-Manatee

Watch the World Stroll by at These Sidewalk Dining Destinations

The Best Farmers Market Eats

A Taste of Nirvana: Tampa's Wat Mongkolratanaram Buddhist Temple

These Outdoor Spaces Welcome Kids

"My Most Memorable Outdoor Meal"

Water Views are The Reason We're Here

Six Patios We Love

Where to Eat Outside in Sarasota

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