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There are so many fun things to do in the Sarasota-Longboat Key Area. The Sarasota/Longboat Key area is comprised of Sarasota, a small, very walkable city, and Longboat Key, a beautiful area off the coast of Sarasota with amazing, award-winning beaches. The driving distance from Sarasota to the beginning of Longboat Key is about 10 minutes. From one end of Longboat Key to the other is about 20 minutes by car. Sarasota has many shops, art galleries, restaurants, cafes, etc. In addition to Sarasota, St. Armands Circle on Longboat Key is a lovely shopping area with restaurants, clothing stores (like Lilly Pulitzer and Tommy Bahama), cafes, bars, etc. as well. Below are some restaurant and activity recommendations.

Dry Dock Waterfront Grill

412 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key, FL 34228

, (941) 383-0102

A family favorite, this restaurant has gorgeous waterfront views and great fish.

The Old Salty Dog

1601 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota, FL 34236

, (941) 388-4311

Another family favorite, this casual waterfont eatery and bar has a wonderfully simple vibe and great grouper!

Whitney's

6990 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key, FL 34228

, (941) 383-4606

Located in a former gas station, this laid-back restaurant has a unique indoor-outdoor Hawaii-esque vibe, a wonderful bar and menu, and coffee options.

Lila

1576 Main Street, Sarasota, FL 34236

, (941) 296-1042

This vegan friendly option in Sarasota has delicious, fresh, healthy food as well as non-vegan options sourced from local farmers.

C'est La Vie - Pastries Breakfast & Dinner

1553 Main Street, Sarasota, FL 34236

, (941) 906-9575

This quintessential French Bakery and café has wonderful breakfast, lunch and dinner options (plus amazing pastries!) in Sarasota.

The Shore St. Armands

465 John Ringling Boulevard, Sarasota, FL 34236

, (941) 296-0301

The Shore restaurant is a mid-century, al-fresco coastal eatery with a spacious bar. Creative recipes combined with local favorites, all served in an open air dining space. Two local locations - St. Armands Circle and Longboat Key both serve equivalent menus.

Euphemia Haye Restaurant & The Haye Loft

5540 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key, FL 34228

, (941) 383-3633

A very highly rated restaurant on Longboat Key, Euphemia Haye restaurant serves eclectic, internationally-inspired creative cuisine at its best. The signature dishes include Crispy Roasted Duckling, Prime Peppered Steak and made-to-order Caesar Salad. Entrées include the freshest Florida seafood, prime beef and a wonderful assortment of daily specials such as veal and sweetbreads. Reservations in advance are wise.

Blue Dolphin Cafe

5370 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key, FL 34228

, (941) 383-3787

Blue Dolphin is a laid-back, kid-friendly, American diner-style restaurant serving breakfast fare, sandwiches & burgers. The Longboat Key location is favored over St. Armands Circle location. This is where to go for a great, low-key omelet.

The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art

5401 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota, FL 34243

, (941) 359-5700

The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art is the official state art museum of Florida, located in Sarasota, Florida. It was established in 1927 as the legacy of Mable Burton Ringling and John Ringling for the people of Florida. It is a gorgeous building with a small collection that can be viewed in a short amount of time.