If you are camping or on a day visit to Myakka River State Park this is a stop to make for snacks…read moreand souvenirs. We biked down from the campground, about a 4 mile scenic ride. A food truck (actually a trailer) offers burgers, chili and other such items but we didn't try any as we already had lunch. There is a nice shady picnic area for those who did. Rental bikes and canoes are available. There is a large parking lot from which a trail leads out down one side of the lake. Lots of wildlife to see. The state park team tours and boat tours depart from this area but neither were in operation when we visited late February. A staff member told us that the inlet to the lake needed dredging before the boat tours could be started up again. I didn't learn what the trams were not operating.

Honestly, I had an horrible experience here. I came on Fourth of July week on vacation had planned…read moreto come for a boat tour. They were closed.... there was no alert on the website about the closure. Neither unless an update on the Instagram about it we made the trip from Miami and ended up not being able to do the boat tour at all. And it wasnt closed on fourth of july it was the 5th of july and they said they would open up again on the 7th being sunday when we went on a Friday. And we understand people need vacation time i get that. But atleast put up a sign saying we are going to be closed. So one doesnt make the trip for the boat tour and ends up finding out their closed and no where on the web did they say they would be closed. It was not posted on fb, nor instagram nor their website.

The best place in the area to relax, enjoy a cup a coffee, and gossip the good kind) with…read moreneighbors. I loved the pastries, the sandwiches, and the company!

Omg I felt like I stepped outta an episode of the Gilmore Girls. Such a cute place. Just wish the…read morebagel was toasted slightly more because was a bit soggy but had great flavor.

It's a hidden gem. We had the pork belly Benedict. It was insane. It was crunchy chicharrones and a…read morehuge portion. The sourdough also is very good, the croissants is surprisingly good and very tasteful. I'm recommending to my friends. I usually go to Sucré Table in Tampa, which is amazing good. Now, I have the other side of the bay option. The coffee and the service is also good and the prices are very reasonable.

I don't usually write recited solely for service but this is gonna be that. There's a very clear…read moresplit between the daytime operation here and the nighttime operation. Nighttime being pizza and small plates occasionally. Nighttime is a well oiled machine, never a complaint about the food, service amazing, staff amazing, no complaints. Daytime however, is like an airport Dunkin Donuts being run by middle schoolers. Always food issues, never a pleasant experience. I just sat here and watched as someone whose order was given to the wrong person, come back. Taken to the kitchen and turned around to be given to the correct person not 14 seconds later. Idk who's running the daytime but that is a HUGE health and safety violation. This wasn't meant to be a bash session but this is unequivocally bad.

Cute little cafe tucked away off of midnight pass, starving breakfast and lunch. We stopped in on a…read morefamily visit in the area and had lunch. I ordered the turkey club sandwich and fries, a perfect match of cold and hot. Very good! We def will be back when we are in the area!

The staff here is very friendly and welcoming. They were quick to attend to us. My husband and I…read moreordered the Turkey Protein Wrap and honestly, I wasn't expecting a ton of flavor since it was listed under the "healthy" options. I was pleasantly surprised, it was absolutely delicious! The wrap was packed with flavor and exceeded my expectations. I chose the home fries as my side, and they were the only letdown. When I think of home fries, I expect them to be seasoned and roasted with a crispy exterior. These were simply chopped potatoes that had been fried with virtually no seasoning, so they fell a bit flat. That said, I would absolutely come back just for the Turkey Protein Wrap. It was that good.

Best place to stop at on a hot, sunny, summery day to cool off and feel refreshed. Especially after…read morea gorgeous beach day. You walk in and instantly feel happy with their pink flamingo theme - which should totally be their name "The Pink Flamingo" hehe. Ordered smoothies and love how vibrant, juicy, fruity and fresh they were. The colors were of course the funnest side! Best part, all natural. From brunch items like avocado toasts and breakfast sandwiches to delicious acai bowls, Bella Vida has all your taste good, feel good, menu items if you're looking for a healthier route.

Best iced latte I've had in Florida!!! Not too sweet, which is really hard to find in my opinion…read more And the espresso was smooth and flavorful. Staff are also super friendly. The food looks good too, but I didn't try any this time. Not much indoor seating (if any) but a few outdoor spots on their pretty patio.

Plain croissant and baguette were as good or better than the ones I just ate in Europe. So…read moredelighted that we have this gem in Venice.

July 2026 - Dropped in to pick up a few things for a sick friend…read more Food and goods looked awesome and I might have lightened the gift bag my wife had me pick up and thought the croissant was LOVELY!!! We will need to stop back and get something for ourselves!!!

First the park and now it was time to cool off with a pup…read morecup for Freckles, a chocolate mocha frappe for David and a foamy Cappuccino for me. Dave went inside and got them all. Since it was around 94 degrees by that time, he brought them to the car. Freckles enjoyed her homemade whipped cream pup cup with mini dog bone treats. David was in heaven with his frappe and I throughly enjoyed my Cappuccino! Now home for a little nap on this beautiful Saturday before we go out tonight. Next time Dave and I are going to go to the wine tasting! He said there were beautiful handmade Halloween chocolates. We have to try some next time we are there.

Such welcoming and friendly staff! I barely opened the door…read morewhen this warm staff opened the door for me and welcomed me inside. This was my first time so she explained the coffee & tea portion and area. In the same shop there's also some unique wines for purchase, a chocolate area which is made in house! And even a wine tasting area. So awesome! Of course on top of that they sell all different types of coffee beans and some tea. I met my friend and we both got their coffee flight! WOW delicious and variety. It was a lot of caffeine but worth it and I was still fine to sleep that night haha, for my meal I got their breakfast sandwich, it was delicious and I love that it came with a side of fruit! I wish I lived closer but I will definitely come back here again. It's such a great idea, not just a morning cafe but great for the whole day. Some seating outside as well if you have a dog with you. Lots of parking in the lot and clean unisex restrooms!

Beautiful quaint hidden gem in the lovely Siesta Village. Free WiFi and really good coffeeread more

Tracy was our server, we had a really bad experience trying to eat at a café, but got ignored. We…read morewere greeted immediately by a friendly hostess and seated in Tracey's station at a beautiful outdoor patio table. Five star experience from start to finish, great recommendations from the server and all proves to be fantastic. We started with wuevos rancheros, ordered a croissant sandwich with egg cheddar, bacon, avocado, and sprouts, and also a blackened chicken salad. The food is fantastic and it was so good that we ordered a second plate of the rancheros. Thank you for being such a beacon of joy Tracy and thank you for the incredible meal. We will be back anytime we come back to siesta keys. It's off the beaten path, so make sure that you find this hidden gem best meal for sure

We enjoyed a wonderful dinner. We tried several items across the menu and everyone greatly enjoyed…read moretheir meal. I don't particularly enjoy gnocchi but I will give them credit, they were light and delicious. The pork chop looked incredible.

We had been looking forward to returning to Organic Farmer's Table because our previous experience…read morehad been a treat. Unfortunately, this visit was a real disappointment. We started with the Seafood Salad appetizer, made with baby shrimp, calamari, and clams over arugula. The seafood itself was well cooked, particularly the calamari, but the entire salad was so heavily dressed with olive oil that it was literally dripping. A lighter hand would have made a tremendous difference. For my entrée, I ordered the lamb chops. They arrived smothered in gravy, yet somehow the lamb itself was completely unseasoned. The pairing was also puzzling: pasta with a marinara sauce that was much too sweet for my taste. I appreciate that they make their own pasta and offer a gluten-free option, but at this price point, pasta and sauce alongside lamb chops felt uninspired. There wasn't a vegetable offered with the meal. My husband's dinner was similarly lackluster--an unseasoned pork chop served with penne pasta and marinara. Again, no vegetable or thoughtfully prepared side to round out the plate. I also ordered the peach iced tea. I can't say whether it was made from a mix, but it tasted like one to me, with a noticeable aftertaste rather than the fresh flavor I was expecting. Service was okay, although we definitely missed Aurora, who had helped make our previous experience much more enjoyable. What made the evening especially disappointing was the price. Our meal came to approximately $200 without alcoholic drinks or dessert. At that price point, I expect well-seasoned food, thoughtful pairings, balanced plates, and attention to the details that elevate a meal beyond something ordinary. I wanted to love this dinner because we had enjoyed Organic Farmer's Table before. Unfortunately, this visit simply didn't live up to that previous experience--or to the price.