Always a great spot to visit with my girl! Usually a wait but don't stray or go too far once you…read moreplace your name on the list, people are always filtering in and out. Strong drinks and bartenders are friendly and their attentiveness is refreshing. Inside is quaint dark and moody atmosphere. They have a light menu but fries are on it! Top hidden gem in Sarasota in my opinion. Check out this joint in the alley!

Came here on a Thursday night for their boozy Bingo and totally enjoyed my experience…read more As I was looking for this restaurant based on their address and couldn't find it, a restaurantaur noticed our confusion and said make a right and go down the alleyway. Oh wow, this is going to be interesting. Off we went and yes, there was the speakeasy bar we were looking for. We walked in and were like, OK, this is cool. It was dark with a cool vibe and friendly service. We had a hard time deciding on what cocktail to get because they had so many that looked great. My friend got the espresso martini and I got the Thin Mint. Both were very good. Had a ton of fun playing bingo too. Would definitely go back

This place has absolutely amazing vibes! It's very welcoming, aesthetically pleasing, and there's…read moreso much to look at! They make an amazing cocktail. A group of three of us went and all got different drinks and we tasted everybody's. Holy cow they were amazing! The food on the other hand... absolutely not for me. Their dumplings had a really disgusting texture for the meat that was inside. Nobody at the table could even eat them. There was a weird milky foam that had a very distinct gross flavor. I definitely would never order food there again, but I would definitely go back for the drinks and the vibe. The service was 3/5.

We had delicious drinks and appetizers for my sister's birthday, and we had such a great time. The…read morecocktails were amazing, and everything we ordered was so good, especially the tuna pizza (incredible), and the yellowtail, which was super fresh. Our bartender, Abby, was the sweetest, so attentive and genuinely friendly. She even brought us a complimentary coconut dessert for my sister's birthday, which was delicious. The décor is fun and the ambiance is perfect for celebrating.

Outdoor bar area ( part of Ritz Carlton Sarasota) on the water(Sarasota Bay). Perfect location for…read morecocktails- finger food in a relaxed setting with excellent service. A worthwhile destination to put an explanation point on a perfect Florida day.

Rufa was amazing it was my first time there but the food was great and the views were even better…read moremy favorite was the lobster on top of the tostones!

Absolutely -- corrected version:…read more The Doctor's Office was one of those meals where everything we ordered was memorable. Such a cool concept, but more importantly, the food and drinks absolutely delivered. We started with the Lobstercargots -- chunks of lobster baked in herbed garlic butter and served with fresh-baked focaccia for dipping. Forget escargot; this is the way to do it. The bread soaking up that garlic butter might have been worth the trip by itself. The Bistro Blue Tomato Soup was fantastic. Rich, smooth and full of flavor, with the signature syringe of Grey Goose. "Goose the soup!" Great presentation and even better soup. For the main course, the Famous Bistro Bouillabaisse was outstanding. Lobster tail, Gulf shrimp, grouper, mussels and clams in a saffron tomato broth, with more fresh-baked bread for dipping. Beautiful dish and absolutely delicious. And then there's the Street Corn Named Desire cocktail made with butter-washed tequila. What a drink! The street-corn garnish and seasoned rim make it one of the most creative cocktails I've had in a long time -- and it tastes as good as it looks. The Doctor's Office manages to be fun and clever without the concept overshadowing the food. Excellent meal, creative cocktails and great attention to detail. Definitely a place we'll come back to.

The Doctor's Office on Anna Maria Island is SUCH a cool experience. The whole concept is fun and…read morequirky--an old doctor's office turned into an intimate cocktail bar and restaurant, with so many little details that play into the theme. Service was friendly and accommodating, and they start you off with "wellness shots" which is super fun! The cocktails were creative, beautiful, and seriously good. I had the PInk Paloma Club with was equally as refreshing as it was garnished beautifullyrics. The food absolutely held its own! The lobstercargot were rich and delicious, the warm brioche rolls with maple butter were dangerously good. We tried both versions of the grouper, our entrées were beautifully presented and packed with flavor, fish cooked perfectly. Everything felt thoughtful and elevated without being stuffy. We had to finish with two dessert cocktails off the "clinical trials" menu, one was a tequila espresso martini, and one was a take on a Dubai chocolate martini. Perfect ending! The atmosphere is cozy, unique, and a little unexpected--exactly the kind of place I love finding while traveling. Definitely worth an "appointment" if you're on Anna Maria Island.

This has become a favorite neighborhood bar! They have 20 rotating beers on tap and a well stocked…read morecooler of seasonal and South African beers. They also have a nice selection of wines. If watching Football, Rugby, and Soccer are your thing then Glass Bottom Tavern has them all! The walls are lined with TVs and the bartenders are friendly and welcoming.

We all need support local, small, and new businesses! Glass Bottom Tavern has taken the place of…read more210 Tavern. We happened drive by this evening - 8/13/2025 and saw the open sign and the lights on! Yay! It looks great in here! Beer and Wine - what a great selection! Erin, one of the owners, and our bartender this evening - was fantastic! Come on by and have a drink! Let's support our local businesses!

Delicious iced latte! Had a half portion of the homemade caramel flavoring, very smooth drink!…read moreFriendly service. Different vibes for sure there.

There was no experience. It is closed. Was hard to find and when we did, the doors were locked.read more

What an absolute gem of a restaurant. The ambiance is artsy, whimsical, fun--and it all just works…read more Really well. Our server, Juliana, provided absolute perfection. She was bright, effervescent, eager to please, extremely knowledgeable about every drink and food item on the menu, always present when needed but never hovering. She has perfected her craft and it made for a wonderful experience. The menu is written with flair and verve, and every offering seems irresistible. We wanted to try everything, but of course couldn't, so we made do with a couple of their signature cocktails (wonderful), a flatbread appetizer (also wonderful) and the very delicious meat loaf and the gemelli pasta entrees. I 10 out of 10 in every respect. We were quite concerned that we were the only patrons in the restaurant during our entire meal. It was early on a Tuesday evening in low season, but still. I hope more folks discover Wink Wink as it would be a shame to lose such a treasure. I would think they might want to consider offering a happy hour to boost things a bit. On the other hand, they could be doing very well and we just hit an off night. Go. Try it. The whole experience will be very entertaining with the art and whimsy of the decor and the menu. Great vibes. and the service and food were wonderful.

There's a floral pop up event of some sort going on The food…read morewas great! And the drinks were unique and tasted even better! The charcuterie was like a dream, and the Popsicle champagne drink wasn't too shabby! The service was good, and it wasn't too busy when I went. There's definitely photo ops for days for all my fellow content creators! The manger was friendly as well, and was nice enough to check in on all the guests here and there. Will def come back soon!

Unfortunately, this experience went from disappointing to downright concerning…read more I do want to distinguish between the two bartenders working. The younger bartender was nice, pleasant, and welcoming. The older gentleman behind the bar, however, was a completely different experience. He came across as rude and was essentially barking orders at guests about how he would take our orders. For a place positioning itself as an upscale cocktail experience, that attitude set the wrong tone immediately. Unfortunately, the drinks didn't make up for it. My espresso martini was mediocre at best. My friend had the lemon drop, which was equally lackluster. Then came the $30 smoked Old Fashioned, which should have been impressive at that price point but was incredibly disappointing. We were also told they infuse their own vanilla into the vodka. Whatever they're using or doing with it, the end result tasted incredibly cheap --not remotely what I'd expect from a premium cocktail program. Then there's the condition of the place itself. There was a wrapped pipe dripping water onto/near a lounge bench, chipped and peeling paint on the walls, and obvious signs that preventive maintenance is desperately needed. The space simply wasn't aesthetically pleasing or maintained at the level the prices and concept would suggest. But it actually got worse when I went to the bathroom. Part of the ceiling appeared to be falling down, water was actively dripping into a bucket, and there was visible dark growth on the ceiling tile that looked like mold. At that point, my concern went well beyond décor. If you're going for an upscale speakeasy experience take a look at The Doctor's Office. That's the kind of atmosphere, presentation, and attention to detail I associate with this concept. When you're charging $30 for a cocktail, expectations are naturally going to be high. I expect excellent drinks, professional hospitality, and a well-maintained environment. Aside from the younger bartender, who was genuinely pleasant, this experience missed the mark across the board.

I went to Craftails Speakeasy and tried the Strawberry Fields from their spring craft tail menu…read more Honestly, it was strong, super pretty, and had this little dried orange thing plus a bubble that added smoke to the drink, felt fancy without feeling "my wallet is crying." Service was awesome too. We got there right when they opened so it was just me and my mom at first and the guy at the bar made it easy and fun. The vibe feels a bit on the fancier side, but it's still chill, a perfect spot for date night or just taking cute photos. No hidden entrance or secret password that we could see and street parking is available. No wait during the day. It's not the cheapest spot, but honestly worth it for the drinks and the aesthetic. I'd love to go back and try more of their craft tails sometime!

Oshen is a perfect rooftop spot to grab Japanese Peruvian food onsite at the St Regis Longboat Key…read moreResort while enjoying the sunset. Located between the edge of where the resort pool ends and where the beach begins. It's sits on the 2nd floor past Riva as you head towards the beach. The lazy river is right below Oshen. We stopped by here after breakfast at Riva on our first day just to check out the stunning space. They open daily at 4-10pm so it was closed when we stopped by but still open where you can check it out in the open space. There's a bar in the middle and lounging seats and small tables surrounding the bar. We decided to sit at the edge with the perfect spot of the beach. The perfect spot to watch the sun set. We sat and chilled for a bit enjoying the view and amazing breeze. Came back for dinner around 6:30pm. Wanted to secure a nice spot to watch the sunset. Many of the lounge seats were taken as these are mainly first come, first serve. Then they start putting "reserve" signs on the tables. We opted for a nice spot at the bar overlooking the beach. Not perfect but good enough in the shade with a lovely breeze. Our bartender was Liam and he was very hospitable. He welcomed us and was attentive the entire duration of our dining experience. Thanks Liam for the awesome service. Here is everything we ordered: * Borodino Fizz $23 * G Sake Gek Black Gold $11 * Tuna Ceviche $25 * Chicken Teriyaki Bowl $25 * Wagyu Lomo Saltado $36 * Hamachi A La Brasa $28 We ordered cocktails to start. Hubby had sake and I got something different, Borodino Fizz. My drink was "a bold and bubbly mix of peppercorn-infused Cor Cor Japanese Red Label rum, coconut shrub, fresh lime, and spicy ginger beer. Tropical heat with a zesty kick." Surprisingly good. Not what I usually drink but I liked it. Food was exquisite and presentation for everything was on point. I asked for Sriracha and Liam introduced us to their homemade Kimchi Sriracha. Oh em gee!!! So delish. They basically mix kimchi in Sriracha and it was amazing. I'm totally making this at home. Ha. TUNA CEVICHE: nikkei leche de tigre, cilantro, onion, crispy corn, quinoa furikake, shrimp cracker. Flavors were great but not a ton of food. Loved the crispy corn, quinoa furikake and eating the tuna on the shrimp crackers. WAGYU LOMO SALTADO: wagyu striploin A5, crab salad, avocado, lomo saltado sauce, crispy sweet potato. Damn good!!! Lots of good texture with the crispy toppings, don't even know what it was. Haha. Great combo of flavors! CHICKEN TERIYAKI BOWL: edamame, seaweed tempura, sesame seeds, sushi rice, quinoa furikake, daikon, carrot. We don't usually order chicken at a Japanese restaurant but this seemed the heartiest out of everything we ordered. It was a good portion and the sushi rice with the chicken, edamame, veggie shavings and white corn was just enough. HAMACHI A LA BRASA: torched hamachi, anticucho sauce, baby gem, snow crab, chimichurri, garlic, scallion. We were still a bit hungry after eating the other 3 items so decided to order something else. We only had breakfast so we were hungry. The hamachi had so much flavor and hit the spot. Really tasty. All in all, Oshen is a wonderful dining experience between the incredible views, cocktails and fresh sushi options. Service is amazing, as only expected with the whole St Regis luxury level of service. Beautiful space with good eats! Go see Liam and tell him we sent you.

I've been to Oshen twice now, with one attempted visit in between that didn't go so well--the place…read morewas unexpectedly closed for a private event, and unfortunately there was no notice posted anywhere. The setting, to its credit, is spectacular. The sunset view alone makes the visit feel special; there are few spots that can compete with that kind of atmosphere. Drink-wise, the cocktails are intense--basically rocket fuel--and priced accordingly. If you're looking for something a bit gentler, the mocktails are surprisingly good and feel more thoughtfully balanced. I haven't tried the food myself, but I've consistently heard positive things, which makes me curious to come back. Where Oshen really struggles is service. It's spotty at best, and at worst... just slow. Getting your first drink usually happens in a reasonable amount of time, but ordering a second round or even just flagging down the check can take much longer than it should. This hasn't been a one-off issue either--it's been very consistent across visits.