Perq is one of a kind. A spot that feels equally as tucked away from the vibrancy of Hillview as it…read moreis easily accessible. The owners are thoughtful, hard working and know their craft and their customer well. The line is always worth the wait -- grab a spot on one of the cozy couches or sit in the sun outdoors (pup approved!) while you wait for your beverage or one of the delicious breakfast items. One of my favorite memories from visiting Perq for many years: I once grabbed a few coffees and pastries to bring to a friend. I accident left a muffin behind. The owner took the time to track me down and send a message over social media letting me know they think I left it behind and they'd hold it for me or I could have a credit towards a future visit. Unreal. If you have visited Perq before you know there was likely a line yet the owners took note of this and took the time to go above and beyond. I'm grateful for this slice of neighborhood caffeine heaven. Congrats on 13 years

After seeing great reviews online, I was so excited to try Perq. I was in Sarasota for the day and…read moremy usual breakfast spot is closed on Mondays. I placed an order online for food ahead of time. I was also going to place an order for coffee online, but their menu and online ordering system is confusing. When I pulled up, I realized parking was going to be an issue. Your only option is street parking in a very busy part of town. They have plenty of spots in the back, but they are reserved for employees only. All but one of the employee spots were available. After circling the block a few times, I was able to park a block away on the street. When I walked in, I mentioned I was picking up food but I also wanted to order a coffee. The man at the counter rudely told me that I had to pick up my food at the counter in the back. When I asked if they had nonfat milk, I was again met with an attitude and he said "we only have local milk and three dairy alternatives." It was very clear that I wasn't being respected because I wasn't a local. Imagine my surprise when a small/medium sized latte, with no syrup, was $9.10. Absolute highway robbery for an average latte. For food, I ordered an avocado toast with shaved egg. I had a much better experience interacting with the woman at the food window. She was incredibly kind, made an effort to talk to me and my food was ready 20 minutes early. It was good and fresh, but I now know that I'm not a fan of the texture of shaved eggs. I'm in Sarasota a few times a year and I will absolutely not be going back.

The Clever Cup is my new go-to spot to start the morning. The environment is so cozy and inviting,…read morewith plenty of space to sit and get work done, and the wifi is fast and reliable, which is a huge plus if you're working remotely. The espresso here is fantastic, seriously well made. My wife got the blueberry maple latte and loved it (fruit in my coffee isn't really my thing, but she couldn't stop raving about it). We also split a bagel sandwich, and wow, it did not disappoint. Fresh ingredients, perfectly toasted, just really delicious. Oh... and they freeze their drip coffee into ice cubes and then use them for your iced coffee.. wow. On top of all that, the service was great, warm and friendly without being intrusive. This place has such a pleasant vibe. Highly recommend if you're looking for a great cup of coffee and a comfortable spot to settle in for a while!

Cute little shop that's walkable distance from many houses. I got the nutty Irishman. If you're a…read morefan of hazelnut, you'll love this. Avocado on bagel 8/10: They use the avocado cups from Costco but it's still really good. Would've preferred fresh avocado Nutty Irishman w/ oatmilk 8/10: Wish there was more of a coffee flavor. However, delicious taste! Did not taste watered down. Cashier let us know they were out of to go boxes for the food. Very transparent! We ended up having her wrap it up in aluminum which was fine.

By The Bay Bistro in Osprey is located in a cute plaza just minutes from Venice and Nokomis. The…read moreinteriors are very well thought out with a European feel, but also give a nod to coffee from various places around the world. They have very cozy indoor and outdoor seating, and friendly and engaging staff. The owner was present and happy to chat with us with helpful tips about visiting the area. You can tell she takes a lot of pride in her business and the quality of product they deliver. In addition to caffeinated beverages and bakery items, they have an impressive menu of sandwiches and lunch items. We kept things simple by ordering an iced cafe mocha, a dark roast coffee, and a chocolate croissant. You can tell they use high quality ingredients since the iced cafe mocha had chocolate flakes in them, but somehow managed to accent the beverage perfectly without making it too sweet. The chocolate croissant tasted absolutely delicious and had a wonderful chocolate filling inside unlike most traditional recipes...we both agreed it was great and tasty. The owner mentioned she gets her croissants from Europe and does the filling and final baking on premises to serve it hot. I'm not aware of any bakeries that go to all that trouble, but it makes for a high quality product. All in all, an excellent coffee and pastry experience at By The Bay Bistro...it's a place I hope to return to and would recommend to others visiting the Venice, Florida area.

Didn't have my morning coffee and found By The Bay Bistro 5 minutes from my house. Coffee is…read moreexcellent, great everything bagel and nice place to get away for work/wifi avbl, meetings at high tops and lounge chairs. Great place!! I'll be back.

A nice hidden gem with strong, flavorful coffee. It's become one of my favorite stops when I'm…read morewalking around the city or heading over the bridge. The coffee is consistently good, the atmosphere is relaxed, and it's a great place to grab a cup and keep moving. Definitely worth checking out if you like strong coffee.

In and out coffee place that sits in a covered parking garage. It's clean with chairs and tables to…read moresit. Bring ur dog too! Shady place to enjoy a coffee and a scone.

Caught a Tik Tok comment from the owner that mentioned they have 14 cold brews. I had to see it for…read moremyself. I talked with the owners for a short time and tried a small taste of the Peanut Butter, before ultimately choosing the "Coconola" cold brew. For reference, I'm a cold coffee, black coffee drinker. All I can say is these two know what the heck they are doing with their brews. I've never had a visceral reaction to a coffee quite like this before today. Unbelievably good coffee and knowledgeable owners. I will be making this spot a regular part of my weekend, and likely my work days.

Both the bagel and coffee were ok. It's decorated kinda tacky with fake plants and such. Just…read morewanted to try somewhere new for coffee in Sarasota, won't be rushing back.

Best cappuccino I've had in several years. Great hibiscus iced tea lemonade as well…read more I'm excited for them to build out their building in the coming year but the food truck and outdoor area to sit is fantastic already. Super happy they are here.

Try it, you will like it. I go as often as I can. It is easy to get in an out ot their location. On…read morethe corner of Tamiami and Center.

service is amazing and the selection of heady glass is insane!!! Enjoy stopping by whenever I can a…read moremust see

I had a hot latte with skim milk and honey: very good coffee, quick service, clean restroom,…read morecomfortable ambiance to sit and relax out of the sun. I like that they had a full selection of milks: whole, skim, half-and-half, oat, almond, and coconut. What I like most is they are open later than most of the coffee houses on the island. I was there on a Tuesday and most of the other cafés close at 2 PM; this one stays open till 5 PM. That sounds like a small detail, but makes a big difference to those of us on a travel schedule!

Coastal Grind just opened in Gulf Gate, and it couldn't be a better fit for the neighborhood…read more The coffee drinks are delicious and creative. I had the shaken espresso and my wife had an iced pumpkin spice latte. Both were incredible and tasted completely real, not like the artificial syrups you get at most places. What really took the cake was the fresh Boardwalk Turkey crepe. Rebecca, the owner, was a delight and took the time to walk us through the menu and everything they offer. We ended up staying and working for a few hours. It's cozy, the Wi-Fi is fast and secure, and it's locally owned. We'll absolutely be back.

What a find !! It's awesome awesome coffees and small pastries…read more Owner run and managed and a real home feel ! So how can you beat that ! ?? Lively interior and feel Can't beat i