Brittany & Drew
Things to Do
Siesta Key Beach
Siesta Key Beach is one of our favorite beaches! It is consistently ranked one of the top beaches in the U.S. for its beautiful white sand. And, it is only a short distance to Ocean Drive, where there are lots of bars and restaurants!
Lido Key Beach
This is where we got engaged! It is located right at the end of St. Armand's Circle and is walking distance to all St. Armand's has to offer.
St Armands Circle
St. Armand's Circle is one of our favorite places in Sarasota. It has lots of good restaurants, bars, ice cream shops, boutiques, and beach shops if you want to go shopping!
Columbia Restaurant
Columbia Restaurant is one of the Molinari family's favorite restaurants! While there, make sure to try some of their delicious, famous sangria and Spanish food.
Daiquiri Deck St. Armands Circle
We celebrated with daiquiris here right after we got engaged! They have every flavor of daiquiri you could possibly imagine and great beach eats. There are two others located at Siesta Key Beach!
Shore Longboat Key
This is a favorite! Check out Shore at Longboat Key or St. Armands Circle for lunch or dinner and to enjoy the gorgeous views!
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
The Ringling is the Official State Art Museum run by The Florida State University.
Ca' d'Zan
The Ca' d'Zan was the winter home of the American circus owner, developer and art collector John Ringling and his wife Mable. When you visit, make sure to check out the circus museum!
Marina Jacks
Marina Jacks is located right on Sarasota Bay and is walking distance to the Art Ovation Hotel.
Dry Dock Waterfront Grill
This is one of the Molinaris' favorite restaurants!
Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant
Mar Vista is a Molinari family favorite! Here, you can sit under the palms and enjoy local seafood with a waterside view. Make sure to try a Strawberry Daiquiri, Pina Colada, or Miami Vice!
Sarasota Farmers Market
Located right on Main Street, the Sarasota Farmers Market is every Saturday from 7am to 1pm. While you're there, check out the famous key lime pie from the Caribbean Pie Company or the chimney cake from Kurto's cake!
Siesta Key Paddleboards
If you're feeling adventurous, try paddle boarding the beautiful waters of Sarasota!
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens Downtown Sarasota campus
The Botanical Gardens are beautiful and located right on Sarasota Bay!
Mediterraneo
This is a favorite of ours! It's located on Sarasota Main Street, close to the Art Ovation and Aloft hotels. They have delicious Italian food!
PopStroke
Check out Pop Stroke for two 18-hole putting courses designed by Tiger Woods, corn hole, food, drinks, and jumbo screens to watch whatever games are on that day!
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
At Mote Marine you can see some of the local Florida sea life!
Owens Fish Camp
This is a family favorite restaurant, and the place Drew first tried lobster with the Molinari family!
Duval's Fresh. Local. Seafood.
This is the place for an amazing shrimp, oyster, or chicken Po-Boy! Pro tip: get the lunch special with a bowl of their lobster bisque!
Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria
Bavaro's is a delicious Italian spot located in Downtown Sarasota.
Summer House Steak & Seafood
A great dinner spot!
The Old Salty Dog Siesta Key
As seen on Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives, make sure to order one of their famous hot dogs!
Cask and Ale
Cask & Ale is a great spot for drinks!
Boca Sarasota
Boca is a great place for brunch!
Pangea Alchemy Lab
This hidden speakeasy (which you can enter from the back alley) has delicious cocktails and small bites.
Motorworks Brewing
Motorworks in a great place for beers and cornhole!
The Doctor's Office
Check out this adorable space at one of our local beaches for cocktails!
Wicked Cantina Sarasota
If you're in the mood for a marg and some queso!