The good. I loved…read morethe chicken wings here. Absolutely delicious. The salad was phenomenal! So flavorful, and honestly, very beautiful to look at! Great plating overall at this spot. Plenty of "spaces" to sit, depending on your mood. Indoor, outdoor, high and low seating, family-friendly. Staff was very nice and helpful. Just the right amount of chatty. My wife loved her lager. The not so good. My only complaint here is a significant one considering we came to a brewing spot. I ordered the stout. I order them at any brewing place we visit. This was by far the most bland, watery stout I've tasted. I let the server know when she asked us how it was. She didn't have much to say about it. Seemed surprised to hear it. Other than that, the experience at Big Top was nice. We'd return on our way back from doing something in Sarasota.

So good! Tried wings with all 3 sauces, peanut sauce was delicious. Had the crab croquettes which…read moreare also great. Just stopped for a lite beer and snacks. Great place, just wish they were selling cans to go again!!

Sophie's is Sarasota's best secret nestled inside Saks. The staff is amazing and the food has never…read morelet us down. It is like sitting inside Hudson's from my Michigan days. I am also thankful that they are NOT closing!!!!

Overpriced and the food not impressive. Especially for the price. I went once and won't come back.read more

AGAIN, another awesome experience at Allswell! Went yesterday for Mother's Day and enjoyed another…read moregreat meal! Had no problem getting reservations a few dates before, had a great outdoor table that was definitely better than being inside. Our server-Makayla, arrived immediately, helped us through their brunch menu and returned shortly with our drinks. I have to tell ya that their "limitless" Bloody Marys and Mimosas for only $25 is a great deal!! Of course we had to order their FAMOUS Banana Old Fashioned, a Bloody Mary and a Hugo Spritz. We ordered the following brunch entrees: -Truffle Mushroom Omelette -Signature Allswell Burger -Full Monty Sandwich -Chicken & Waffle Stack EVERYTHING WAS ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS, HOT AND VERY TASTY! Job WELL DONE the Vicky and her ENTIRE team! This place is definitely my new go to place to eat. Can't wait to see their new restaurant concept that's going into the old McGrath's location on Main Street in LWR. If they do as good of a job there as they do in Waterside, I'll definitely have another place to add to my 'regular' places to go!

We decided to stop in Sarasota for a quick lunch halfway through our recent road trip and…read morediscovered the beautiful Waterside Place neighborhood. There are quite a few restaurants to choose from in this little area, and Allswell caught our eye. It is a elevated gastrobar and Irish pub serving up comfort food favorites. The interior has a vintage art deco feel and it was pretty chill on a late Sunday afternoon. We got a table inside -- they also have a large outdoor patio, but it's too hot right now. The service was quick which we appreciated. I started with the zero-proof "Spritz Me Softly" (lyres italian aperitif, sparkling lemonade, fever tree elderflower tonic, & citrus) which was light and refreshing. For food, we ordered the French onion soup and the classic fish & chips. Both were delicious and their fries are perfection. They have really mastered the French onion soup. My reason for giving 4 stars is that they seem to have a fly problem inside, which made the experience much less enjoyable. We were being swarmed by tons of flies throughout our entire meal, constantly swatting them away. They kept landing on my husband & son's heads. We were seated at the table nearest to the kitchen. All the doors & windows were closed, so it was a bit concerning that there were so many. Hopefully they get that issue sorted out.

Apparently this place has been here for about a year or so. So, decided to try it! First thing i…read morenoticed was the bar and the upscale decor. There were at least three hostesses/waiters/tresses greeting us at the door. It's more of an adult environment. Very nice! We ordered an app, the cornbread, their claim to fame. And it certainly was fantastic!!! I had the cowboy salad. It was all chopped up just how I like my salads. Perfect amount of ingredients, they didn't skimp! The only issue, and I could have asked for more, was they should bring a small side of dressing when they bring the salads out. Regardless the salad was yummy! The prices were steep but not any more than you would expect to pay in an upscale restaurant, $23. And, what I appreciated was they DO NOT INCLUDE AN AUTO GRATUITY! YAY!!! Overall the experience was outstanding; environment was beautiful, service was good, food was delicious. We will be back, many times I'm sure!

Was invited to dinner on a Friday night. We were two couples and had…read morereservations. Place was very crowded. Our server, Eric, was excellent. He had great suggestions and provided us excellent service. We tried the cornbread, which is a must have. Large enough for two, maybe three. I had the Danish ribs which were delicious and fell off the bone. Others ordered the prime rib sandwich, Trout, and Salmon. I had the cole slaw and mash potatoes as my sides. All of the food was delicious. They have a full bar and they also allow you to bring your own wine. No corkage fees. Great idea. I would say there were quite a few tables ordering drinks and drinking their own wine. The deserts are sinfully delicious, and huge. After a rich dinner, we shared two of them. The banana cream pie and key lime pie were equally good.

My family has visited Owen's Fish Camp for YEARS at their original location - a tried and true spot…read morethat will always have a long wait, but is well worth it. When I heard they opened a new location, not too far from the airport, we just had to check it out as soon as we landed. As always, the star of the show at Owen's is in their name: fish and seafood. You can't come here and NOT get seafood. Their catch of the day is always a favorite with my family, but my personal standout favorite is the clam chowder. It's addicting and packs a punch with the flavor. You really can't go wrong with anything ordered at Owen's Fish Camp - all the seafood is fresh and the service is always top tier. I love the elevated feel of this new location, fit with a stylish raw bar. You even get some amazing outdoor seating with beautiful views, AND there wasn't a wait when I visited. How can it get better than this?

Pros? Great entrees, desserts and location. Cons? Sides, prices, portions…read more Could be great - but with as packed as they are they'll never make any changes.

Dayna is the absolute BEST bartender at the Grove. She went above and beyond to take care of her…read moreguests. She was very attentive and a great conversationalist. After a long, hard day at work it was a pleasure to have her attend to me. Would definitely go back just to have her serve me. There drinks and food was not bad either

Donna was absolutely wonderful! I came in for a planned event, and she made the entire experience…read moreeven more enjoyable. She was kind, thoughtful, attentive, and consistently made sure everyone had what they needed. Her warm personality and excellent service did not go unnoticed. Donna went above and beyond to make our group feel welcome and taken care of. Thank you for helping make our event such a success--we truly appreciated your outstanding hospitality!

This is a great on the go Italian market. I like to stop here after the Sunday Farmers Market and…read morepick up a few essentials like: pasta, olive oil, wine, cheese, and even a treat. . They have hot foods too if you want to eat lunch. My favorite are the meatballs. I grabbed a couple with sauce to make with a bowl of spaghetti. They even have sandwiches, salads, and gelato.

i enjoyed the sausage and peppers, italian sub (bread was amazing) and the tricolor cake with my…read moreson- wish we had photos!! ordered online and made it very convenient to show up and eat outside, but you could also bring food to other areas of waterside and have a picnic! This would be a great place to go with a large group where you can order a variety of items and share as well.

Florence and the Spice Boys is one of my favorite spots when I'm looking for great food, creative…read morecocktails, and a fun atmosphere. The vibe is eclectic, bright, welcoming, and cozy. The Middle Eastern-inspired menu is absolutely delicious, and the tempura cauliflower is a must-try, it's one of my favorites. Also try the Bhel Puri. The drinks are just as impressive as the food, with unique and creative options that make happy hour especially enjoyable. I've had the pleasure of being served by Ryan both as my bartender during happy hour and as my server when I dined solo. He is knowledgeable, attentive, friendly, and genuinely makes the experience even better. Whether you need a drink recommendation or help navigating the menu, Ryan knows his stuff. If you're looking for a place with amazing food, fun cocktails, and a cool atmosphere, Florence and the Spice Boys is definitely worth checking out. And if you can, ask for Ryan, you'll be glad you did.

Dined here with the family. Our server Sarah was nothing short of wonderful! She made our…read moreexperience excellent and made sure to answer all questions we had. Timely too! The food was also exquisite. We will be back!