We had something chicken quesadillas that were good service you had the go too bar and write down…read morein paper what you wanted to eat. Little different. Had a great band tonight country and rock. What can you say a bar .

Was hoping to find a different place to get a good drink while passing through town. I figured a…read morebasic margarita would be safe. Just pass on by this place. It was the worst margarita I've ever had unfortunately. While there was plenty of alcohol in the drink there was absolutely no margarita flavor. I had 2 sips and my husband gave it a try. He couldn't stomach it either. We paid and left. Only good thing was the bartender was really sweet.

A definite townie locals bar. But they weren't rude to us, and we went on a Sat, which is Karaoke…read morenight. We were accepted. Long bar, service good, bartenders did a decent job taken care of you. Not a ton of seating, but there was an ample amount. There is several pool tables as well. They have an area in near the back which includes seating, but it's used for karaoke on Saturday nights, the DJ who runs it, does a nice job along with the songs and words printed out in several places for the singer to follow along and sing. What was interesting, some of the Locals show up dressed in costumes. Hilarious. One thing I didn't like was I'm from up north, and you can't light up a cigarette anywhere in the Midwest, as it's been banned. Here in Florida or at least in this bar, people smoke wherever. Now it doesn't seem too bad as the airflow is decent, they must have good ventilation . However I went to where Im staying, and I smelled like an ashtray. Drinks are pretty good, they have a decent variety, and as I said before , the bartenders make decent pours, and provide the appropriate alcohol amount. Prices aren't bad. I have no complaints there, not a lot of beer selection, but you're in a dive bar , so why would you expect anything different than most popular beers. you'd find in the liquor stores? We had a good time and will return. Place was well organized and seemed fairly safe . Like any bar , I'm sure they have problems from time to time with patrons, but no trouble tonight. Worth a stop.

Staff is friendly but food took forever and tasted like they microwaved most items. Only thing…read moreworth eating was the tatortots. Plus smoking is allowed in Florida bars so we will learn to avoid this kind of bar when we plan on ordering food.

great business, friendly staff, cold drinks and nice bathrooms. recommend.read more

Sometimes.... You…read moreneed a dark, dingy, smoky, hole-in-the-wall bar, close to work, close to the interstate, with a patio facing a supermarket's loading ramp - so you can have a few cocktails and forget the planet Earth is still orbiting the Sun outside. For those times, and more, Coleman's is simply a haven to levitate towards to.

Fantastic spot. Oldest tiki bar in Florida. Tyler was an incredible ambassador to the tiki bar…read moreworld. Bravo. Can't wait to come back.

Ohhh yeah, I'd been looking forward to this. Turns out you don't need a Delorean to go back in…read moretime. You just need to point your own car toward Sarasota... to Tamiami Trail, just south of University. Step inside the Bahi Hut and you're back in 1955... plus one. This local landmark dates back to 1954 and bills itself as Florida's oldest tiki bar. I'm all in for it! Outside, it's a small, cement block building with retro font lettering, right next to a vintage motel. (Perfect, if you'd had too many mai tais!) Inside, it's tiki perfection... with dim lighting, Polynesian decor and that swanky feel you can only get from mid-century modern. In my head, an instant mashup of "Bali Hai" and xylophony lounge music. When I opened the door, everyone blinked-adjusting to the sudden light-and instant realization: it's actually 2025. Well-outside, anyway. Right away, I was greeted warmly by the bartender. It was about 2pm on a Friday and fairly empty, but I know this joint is jumpin' later on. The bartender recommended the mai tai... allegedly Trader Vic's original recipe from 1944. Oh, it was good... and strong. I appreciated the presentation, history and the taste. But I opted for something different for my second drink (the laminated drink menu was a joy to behold). I went with the gorgeous blue "desert flower," which is tequila based. Ooo, that was good, too... and so pretty. Two will definitely do ya, here. I had already eaten, so didn't try any of the food offerings. But I did sip slowly and chat with the other time travelers and tropic seekers who wandered in. It was exactly what I wanted it to be. Besides bar seating, there are tables in two different areas and a great merch collection that I need to go back and study. There's also a giant thatched tiki roof (not as vintage) and patio. They need the space, since there's karaoke on Thursdays, live music on Fridays and Saturdays and drag queen bingo on Sundays. There's also a happy hour, Monday thru Thursday, from 1-6, I believe. And later this year, the Tiki Fever Convention will be held at the Bahi Hut and next door at the Golden Host motel. (November 2025) I'm not sure I can make that, but I will definitely be back. There's plenty of parking-and that big menu to work through. Cue the xylophones... and I'll see you there!

I walked in, it was Happy Hour, they kicked me out I asked…read moreif there was a cover? They said just jump behind the bar. Ambiance, what ambiance?

I was so offended by the high pressure skin care people. There were many businesses. Dirty…read more Disappointed

Ambiance here is great. This place is adorable and of course it would be because it's across from…read moreThe Ringling University. Service and beer selection was great. They have beautiful artwork on the walls and just loved this place.

A great place to stop in and have a craft brew. The owner is nice and the environment is cozy…read more Typical tavern feel. They have an excellent selection of beers that are sure to please most palates. Stop on by if you are in the area. It is well worth it. Bottom Line: Great craft beer bar with a local, home-style feel. Definitely Recommended.

Friday, January 16, 2026 - Two for a burger bite. Not before the FST show…read more (GOSUB to the **** for the meat/burger of the review ((smile)) ) I have reviewed about 30 restaurants in and around Sarasota since 2021 when we moved down permanently and are members of the FST. On this Friday night, nothing was going right. My wife was delayed at school etc. So then a delayed departure from Venice, a false stop at Mad Moe's for a burger in Osprey (PACKED) and then a direct shot and parking across from FST we hope for a quick burger or something at the bar or restaurant at FST? But it was PACKED and they weren't serving any more???? We threw our tickets in the trash because now we could not make it back in time, (( frown :-( )) So a walk to Main Street to see if Patrick's or anybody might have room for two? NOPE. and we were walking along and THERE WAS BREWSTER's GASTROPUB!!!!!!!!!! For some reason I have 128 restaurants on my Sarasota Favorites list and Brewster's was not on it? I checked them on as I entered??? Looked VERY full at the bar, and most tables were full but it looked like we had a shot...... and there was a four top high-top!!!!!!! WIDE OPEN!! I think the no table service might be the delineator. We weren't looking for a sit down "dining" and full service gig. Nor did we need the overhead and pomp and circumstance of a host/hostess, army of bus staff, a waitstaff and being waited on with drinks and water and etc? ******** We came to EAT GOOD SIMPLE FOOD and have FUN. **** And that's what we did!!! "Todd" at the bar was friendly and fantastic. All the bartenders and staff were helpful and friendly. The "security guy" when he saw me at the bar for about 20 seconds helped me get some ketchup. Zone defense and team effort!!!! I got the signature Brew Burger and a side of Street Corn and had an endless glass of water w/ lemon I think I had Todd fill about 5 times. My wife and I bantered about what the Street Corn would be and we were happily surprised with the authentic Mexican Street Corn (elotes?) on the cob with a stick and a delightful creamy Chile, garlic, and Cotija cheese sauce I think. (problem is we gobble them up before we could figure out the exact sauce composition here. BUT it was very tasty. 10/10 The burger (for this adult usually nutritarian plant-based eater) was EXACTLY what I had hoped for. A wonderfully fresh an warm brioche bun, fantastic angus burger, cheddar and a "secret sauce" . I got lettuce onion and pickles which are standard...... this was VERY VERY VERY tasty. only quip is I will opt for sauce on the side and its was a little too much sauce. This was mega and uber better than some greasy Five Guys or Smashburger or any of that stuff. 10/10 My wife got the Shroom & Swiss Burger that had a wonderful portobello mushroom on it nicely cooked, terrific angus burger properly cooked exactly as we ordered it, she loved the blue cheese perfect amount, She also felt a bit TOO much of the secret sauce, but its pretty tasty so not a catastrophe. This was also an AWESOME burger!! 10/10 The sweet potato fries were not crazy greasy and perfectly crisp but not crunchy for fries - good, cross-cut and obviously bulk bag. Cut or sliced would be nicer but of course not expected, its a side. 7/10 The place is clean and glassware and silverware perfectly clean. The counter/bar service is fantastic. I had to make a few trips for ketchup and place ware and etc but hey when your wife gets one of the better vodka cranberry w/lemon and club in a large tumble for $9 instead of $15 or $16 for a 6 oz martini glass with 4 oz of watery drink........ its a home run!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! With all the TVs and sports that is probably the summary of my review. Brewster's Gastropub is a Grand Slam for food and service......and especially burgers!!! Bravo Zulu.

Stopped here after traveling to the Ringling museum and their chicken sandwich was a 10/10. Great…read morechill vibes and good beer!

Very clean always staff is great enjoyed every time.i take a little trip out of the way after work…read morejust because

I have visited this LOCATION with my wife several times during the past few years. If I recall it…read morewas previously the Island Bar, or something like that. One of the big draws is the price of the drinks. Currently $2.25 for a draft, $2.50 for a bottle, $2.75 for regular well drinks during the daytime until 7 p.m. It opens at 8 a.m. Now if you like dive bars (no food), and an array of real characters, this is the place for you. It seems most of the regulars are from the area and it has more than its quota of alcoholics, but they are friendly and have fascinating stories about their lives. It is a comfortable place to spend some time and the bartenders are, in my experience, terrific. No judgment, no politics, no fancy clothing, no pretense, just human beings who share their lives together. Come as you are.