My husband, who is so awesome, sent me a list of fancy restaurants in Longboat Key to try and…read moreaccidentally added Sips to that list. As soon as I saw the picture and little blurb about it I knew I had to add it to my coffee stops this trip. I am so glad he added it to that list because it was so tasty!! The shop is unassuming from the front it's in a little shopping area but don't let that fool you this place is top notch. Not only was my chai tea delicious we got to see kayakers sail by on the water as we were waiting on it!! But alas, more about my drink the consistency is a little thicker but the flavor is so on point even the ice couldn't touch it. Out of all the places I tried I loved the rich flavor of the chai here best. If you're visiting AMI definitely make the trip out to try this gem you will be glad you did!!

Went in just for a black coffee a little before they closed. The store smells delicious and the…read morecoffee was also!

Beautiful place with a very chill vibe..food was delicious too…read more We sat outside but the ambiance inside looked lovely we will have to come back another time for dinner.

For Mothers Day,I wanted to try something different and booked Cafe on St. Armand's- where Cafe…read moreEurope use to be. The restaurant is very large offering both indoor and outdoor dining. Inside has 3 rooms; bar area, and two dining rooms. Mediterranean tapas inspired menu- we shared some small plates. The grilled octopus, chicken souvlaki, kefta pita( my favorite) and Moroccan hot honey sliders. Everything was delicious and the drinks complimented the entrees. My Spanish gin and tonic was very different (good) and beautifully prepared. My wife had lemon- lavender tequila and Paloma and both were refreshing. Luis was a terrific server who made some recommendations and knew the menus. A worthwhile find that deserves another visit- especially during happy hours.

I've visited both locations on Main Street and I think it's important to know that the menu and…read moreavailability of items can differ between the two. The original/older location seems to have a lot more available than the other as one seems heavily focused on muffins while the other has empanadas, and way more bakery variety. My muffin was great as was my chai latte. Service is pretty good at either location especially considering how busy these stores seem to be, but I also wasn't in a rush to get to work with breakfast. Something else to add is that the newer location definitely seems to have more space available inside before you consider the outdoor seating.

I visited both locations, both locations are on Main Street about 3min by car from each other…read more The newer location is modern and very spacious, love the aesthetics, however it seems to have not as much options as the original location. This one had the pistachio croissant roll and it was so delicious and well as the freshly squeezed orange juice. The original location has much more muffins, desserts, empanadas but it's much smaller and can get super crowded. Both had great options. Staff is friendly!

I visited Elixir Tea Room on a recent trip to Sarasota, and I highly recommend it. The food was…read moregreat: lots of delicious sandwiches, scones arrived warm which was a nice bonus, and an array of sweet treats. They had a large selection of teas, which were great. The staff was attentive and friendly. The atmosphere and décor is charming, with each room featuring its own unique theme, including an Alice in Wonderland-themed room. I love having afternoon tea and make it a point of seeking out tea rooms when I travel; Elixir Tea Room was a wonderful experience and I would definitely go again when in Sarasota.

I took my husband out for a date night and we had the High Tea experience. It included a variety of…read morepastries and sandwiches. The ambiance was perfect for us, and the venue is quiet. There are also more private rooms for groups. The staff at the tea house were helpful and kind. Of course, the teas were amazing. One tip would be to check out their decaf menu if you are visiting later in the evening. Their selection is delicious, and if one flavor isn't your cup of tea, the High Tea package lets you get a new tea instead. It's unlimited if you get the package. It was $49 dollars per person, but that is not bad considering how many things you receive.

I've shopped at Publix Super Market at Longboat Key for convenience, but the pricing here is beyond…read moreunreasonable. Everything is extremely expensive--far above what you'd expect, even compared to other Publix locations nearby. And no, simply blaming it on being "on an island" doesn't justify these markups. This is the only grocery store on Longboat Key, and it genuinely feels like that lack of competition is being taken advantage of. Everyday essentials are priced so high that it feels less like convenience and more like exploitation. I understand businesses need to cover costs, but there's a line--and this store crosses it. Residents and visitors shouldn't feel like they're being gouged just to buy basic groceries. I really hope Publix reevaluates its pricing here, because right now it leaves a bad impression and feels out of touch with the community it serves.

Service here is excellent, prices are moderate , super friendly staff aisle are marked where you…read moreknow where you are and what you can get! Food taste great here, we wish they would open one in Michigan

In town for my birthday, decided I wanted something sweet besides cake. Stumbled upon this little…read morespot, the man at the stand was friendly and welcoming. We got the strawberry cheesecake, and the Bavarian donuts. First thought, I wasn't a fan of fresh HOT mini donuts in styrofoam. Not a great idea... I guess for the price... 2nd thought the toppings aren't "fresh" per say, they are squeezed from a frosting tube. I kind of was expecting like fresh strawberries, strawberry jam etc. anyways... I would give it a 3/10 it was extremely sweet, and very thick. :( was not a fan of it... however the Bavarian donuts were better, although again a little too sweet and tasted processed. I would stick to maybe the classic which is just donuts with powder sugar.

The donuts are fresh and hot. They cover them in sugar of your choice on the spot and give them to…read moreyou in a baggy. The service usually co sista of high school surfer dudes and it's just a small store front with no outside seating really. They do have coffee, and latter drinks. Come support local business!

Came here for breakfast on Saturday morning. We asked to seat at the patio outside and it was…read moregorgeous and super pleasant with a view at the canal. Service was wonderful, very pleasant and friendly., They had a very large selection of breakfast foods, I had all white omelet and it was very tasty. Also, my husband had a regular breakfast and child had pancake. All food was very good. We definitely enjoyed it.

I had a breakfast sandwich, an egg, any style, English muffin or toast, bacon or sausage, hash…read morebrowns or grits, choice of cheese. I went for a fried egg on an English muffin with American cheese and bacon. Hash browns for my side. While the hash browns do not have onions in them, they were very nicely seasoned. There were two large slices of very crispy bacon cris-crossed in my sandwich. Our food came out very quickly and was very hot, temperature! The cheese was nicely melted into the egg!

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.

I found this cute coffee spot near my hotel and loved their honey cold foam. They have tons of…read moreoutdoor seating under the parking garage. Inside is tiny so not a lot of seating there but outdoor has plenty.

Quick and easy coffee shop trip! Outdoor patio or indoor seating available. The black coffee was…read moregood and the egg and cheese English muffin was a little greasy but still good!

Talk about a "hidden" gem! Thankfully, my wife spotted this place. Nestled between two bungalow…read morestyle residential homes (directly across from the fire station), it's easy to miss. What a pleasant surprise when we entered; it looks more like an artists' living room than your typical coffee shop/restaurant. The owner, Jason, was a gracious and friendly host. He made some suggestions and we chose two wraps. My wife had the raspberry turkey and absolutely loved the flavor and remarked how the raspberries brought another dimension to her sandwich. I had the Chicken Cesar which I thought was pretty remarkable. We also ordered ice coffee which came with ice that is frozen from ice coffee as to not dilute your drink. Pretty cool! Our total bill was $14.00 and if you check in on Yelp, you receive another 10% discount. Like Todd R., I similarly appreciate small local businesses and encourage people to support them. After speaking with Jason, I learned he is a Navy veteran who served two combat tours in the Middle East...even more the reason for me to laud his establishment. Green Beans is definitely worth the stop!

Cute little coffee shop In downtown SRQ with a good amount of seating inside for its size. The…read morelighting inside is on the dimmer-side so it would be a good place for working on a laptop. I ordered my go-to, an iced vanilla latte with oat milk, half-sweetened, and it was a perfect cup of iced coffee. Creamy and robust. I also tried the ricotta toast, crusty bread with warm ricotta, tomatoes, and balsamic glaze, and it did not disappoint. I'd definitely stop by again!

I love love coffee shop with seasonal flavors and unique drinks. They had a good list of options…read morefor fall seasonal and they were pretty unique ones that I haven't tried! It was a toss up between a few but I ended up getting the salted maple chai seasonal. They're cute inside and very close from the water so it's a nice stop before going on a walk. Their to go cups aren't anything special so Instagram can't see their cute logo but that's ok. The flavor of the chai wasn't my favorite simply because wise I couldn't taste the syrup, so I was a little disappointed because I was really excited to try the new flavors.