We stopped in on the eve of Thanksgiving for a drink around 9pm and the bartender told us it was 2/1 seltzers. We ordered a round and enjoyed for 30-40 minutes. When we went to close they told us that they couldn't find our tab anywhere and not to worry about it- it should have only been about 6-7$. We pressed and asked for someone to check and she repeated not to worry about it. Cool. Before midnight that night we were charged 16$ and then on the morning of Thanksgiving we were charged another 8$....24$ for two high noons. Super lame bar and the membership signs all over are cringy. read more

First bar I came to when moved downtown. Great crowd to meet good friends and play some pool. Good table and players at the same time they're all friendly and non judge mental. Laid back bar where you can have a good time without worrying about stupid things, if you're nervous in social environments, don't be nervous about hanging out here. LJ is the man and a great bartender... everyone is super cool on the staff if you aren't causing a problem for no reason. Safe environment but still a HELL of a time!!! Shout out to Coco and Alina, great friendly staff. They make you feel like family while you crush some beers. Good people, blue collar in the best way. Thanks Joe's. Lastly Billy is Barback, security, and all good vibes!!! Thank you!!! read more

They have a new bartender Lorina. Avoid her at all costs. Worst service I've ever experienced.

I will say the initial interaction was just awful, really wish we got names now. We came in pretty early maybe 8-9pm. My husbands birthday was last night and his friend is in town for it. We all are from different states and have different state IDs but we always carry our military IDs just in case. We came in got greeted by this young lady with brown hair. Asked for IDs which we gave willingly of course but then she started to make faces and we were all genuinely confused then she had thrown our IDs and refused because they were fake? She immediately was like "I'm only serving this guy and not you two." Which was my husband cause he had a Florida state ID. I understand SRQ has a lot of college kids and they have fakes but that was just disrespectful. Other bartenders had to come and assist us, they could tell that they were not fake. We enjoyed coming here for bar crawls, for birthdays even for family coming in and never had a bad experience before. After we got everything squared away and the apologies from everyone but the rude brown hair young lady we stayed for a drink we were gonna play pool which is what we came for originally it was just uncomfortable at that point. She had been side eyeing us and it became a very uncomfortable experience. Everything was great but she ruined it. Thank her for us please cause we had to call it a early night at our favorite bar. (Not so favorite anymore) P.s. the females bartenders name is Jayci. read more

I had a very bad experience here a few weeks ago. I went with a group of friends and I was first to give my ID, was able to get in and the bouncer asked if my friends were with me. There was another girl sitting by the door and she shook her head no, and they told my friends they weren't able to go inside because of their "dress code", keep in mind, I'm wearing the exact same outfit as my friends (leggings and a shirt) but they let me go in. All of my friends are black but I'm not ‍ read more

Didn't have a drink here, but have to give this place a 5-star. We were visiting Sarasota, and I was looking for a place to have a cigar while doing some work, and I was told this was a cigar bar. When I entered, I found out they no longer sold cigars. So, I left and as I was walking down the street, a guy ran out following me asking if he heard correctly that I was looking for cigars. He pointed me in the direction of Corona's (which on the map says they are permanently closed) and said they literally opened that day. I went to Coronas, and it was the most amazing cigar bar I've ever been to. I told an employee the story, and he said the guy was the owner of Joes! So thank you to Joes! Most people these days don't go out of their way to help, and it was awesome this guy did! read more

The security here is extremely rude, not trustworthy and have no problems being rough with women. Instead of solving problems that occur here they provoke it. Security is supposed to make you feel secure not the opposite. I do not know names but I am specifically talking about a taller guy with curly/poofy hair and another security guard with glasses. These two should be fired, I have even seen them smoking illegal substances behind the bar... however management does care enough to do anything about them. read more

The service is mediocre, the drinks are weak and most of all they skip songs when you play them. I paid to listen to music and they skipped every song. I will not be returning. read more

Great service! BUTTTT no cigars available anymore so that was a downer. The bartender did tell us where we could get one and it allowed us to smoke there which was nice. Prices aren't bad either for drinks read more

Smokin' Joes - Smoking a cigar - Bars Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

The bartenders here took 20% gratuity off my card multiple times in one night. When I decided to not to give additional tips, one (botched lips, asian looking) bartender refused to continue servicing us and called security to escort us out. She also made a comment about us not being able to afford to go out to a bar and drink. This felt racially motivated considering we had just gotten there AND they had never just taken their own tips prior. We have been to this bar 4 weekends in a row and never had issues until we ran into this racist bartender. Joe's won't get another DIME out of me especially since they have to steal tips. read more

This was an absolutely fun place. Got there around 8 o'clock and it wasn't very crowded. By 1 AM the place was packed. Despite the front door and a big bay window being open to the outdoors the inside remained really nice and cold. They certainly have a great AC system. It was a nice mixed crowd predominately mean men. Age group ran from 21 up to about 50. It's a street club but there were gay couples in there. Everyone got along quite well. The drinks were good, the music was spectacular. They have huge TV screens on the wall playing videos from the 70s 80s and 90s. Very lively place and we certainly enjoyed ourselves. You can smoke in here. They have an amazing cigar bar. So if you like cigars if you like to sit down and have a cocktail and smoke this is the place to go. read more

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I have always been a fan of Joes. I kind of liked it better when they only served beer and wine, because you could go in and watch a game in peace, even on a Friday or Saturday. It would never get so crowded that you couldn't find a seat. However, ever since they got their full liquor license, they get horribly crowded on the weekends, making it harder to enjoy. That said, it's become a great night scene outside of being a sports/cigar bar. That's great, but it was always a place for me to sit back and have a cigarette or cigar (when I used to smoke) a couple of beers, and watch the Mets lose...again. Anyway, enough nostalgia. This time...and last time actually...my girlfriend and I came here to watch a Florida State game. It was Saturday at 8, so I would have thought it would be busier, especially for a huge Florida game. But, it wasn't close to busy, so we were able to grab a seat right at a TV and enjoy the first half. Great things about Joes - lots of TVs, including individual TV's at the cocktail tables. They have a patio, and the wall opens up as well (though for some reason, it was a beautiful night, but they had it closed). They have a pool table, though not a great one because one side is so close to the wall, you can't make any kind of shot. They have a couple of video games, including Golden Tee which is obviously a must. An internet juke box, too. They are a cigar bar, and they have a reasonable selection. Since they don't serve food, you can smoke as much as you please. Their beer and liquor prices are very reasonable. You can get a cocktail for under $10, and in many cases, it's more like $5-$7, and you aren't drinking well-garbage. As for food, you are allowed to bring it in. I strongly recommend a pizza from Pattellinis, which is across the street. Best NY style pizza outside of NY that you can get in the area. The bartenders are good here. Honestly, they used to be better when I first started going to Sarasota, but those bartenders are all gone. I'm biased since I used to enjoy chatting with the old bartenders (which is unusual for me since I normally hate people). The ones there now are friendly and quick and happy to help adjust a TV channel if needs be. If you don't mind the smoke - and especially if you do smoke - Joe's is one of the best sports bars in town. read more

I should have known by the title of this bar that this was going to be one of the smokiest places in town. The male bartender working on Christmas Eve was rude, obnoxious, and overcharged me for things that I hadn't even ordered. If you are looking for the ultimate dive bar, and don't mind coming out reeking of cigars and cigarettes, go ahead and take your chances. Otherwise avoid it at all costs! read more

People are definitely smoking, but it is a fun bar with a great atmosphere. I tend to avoid places where people smoke inside, but I was following a friend and this was our second stop. It isn't an unbearable amount of smoke, but you will smell it. This was the place to be on a Friday night. We were there around 9 p.m. and it was starting to get packed. They play music videos, which are fun to watch. The crowd here are young and diverse. It seemed like all types of crowds come here, which is cool. I would definitely suggest stopping by here on a night of bar hopping. Although there isn't dancing, you will find yourself bobbing to the music. read more

They no longer sell cigars or allow smoking inside. Smoking only on patio (which is a good spot anyway). Still a great bar. Bring your own cigars :-) Oh, and you now have to pay-to-park on Main St (which is new since my last visit). read more

Want a enjoy a cigar? Smoking cigarettes​? This is your place. Sit outside in the small enclosed patio on Main St or somewhere inside. The humidor is open until​ I believe 8PM and has a pretty broad selection. ​Drinks are fairly priced, beer, of course. Lots of TV's if your sports-minded​d. Decent selection of whiskeys​ and bourbons​ but not just top shelf. Come in. LIght up. Chill out... read more

Smokin' Joes - Want a enjoy a cigar? Smoking cigarettes​? This is your place. Sit outside in the small enclosed patio on Main St or somewhere inside. - Bars Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

We didn't realize Joe's on Main had been renovated until recently. We've since been back twice and both experiences were super positive. You can no longer buy cigars or smoke in the main bar, which we like, but you can outside near the front if you like. The new interior looks great and the staff were all lovely, we dealt with several people and all were warm and friendly. The bouncers out front were friendly and we had no issues. Awesome new/old spot for a drink Downtown for us! read more

Have tried calling for days. Phone line won't even go through. I paid in cash for the 2 blue moons I ordered and somehow the card I had given the bartender to start with was still charged. 20$ at that. Why there is no communication between bartenders and why I basically paid 40$ for two drinks after tip, I don't understand. I'm pretty upset. read more

It's called Smokin Joe's because people can smoke in there. If u dont want smoke in your face dont go there. If you like to play pool at dive bars with a cigar shop then go! read more

Walking around Main Street and stopped in. We were surprised how nice and cool it was on a hot night given the front windows were open. Nice selection of local drafts and the usuals (a little heavy on the IPAs for hot weather). Order a couple cold YluengLangs and the barman was super nice. Then, some loudmouth "hostess" lady started yelling into a microphone. We figured out later she was hosting "bar games" including musical chairs (?). We aren't prudes, but yelling nasty crap (really nasty) into a mic in front of drunk people is a bad look. We popped in here last October and walked into a huge bar brawl, including the cops inside. We left. Figuring that was isolated, our visit tonight was calmer! Just dont bother coming here. Kinda gross. read more

Don't get the hate on this joint and glad to up the average rating, seeing how there are only 8 reviews! Seeing how there was a douchetastic looking club across the street and the place we ate earlier (Clasico) was about to turn clubby post-dining, Smokin' Joes looked to be our spot. We were right! We were on the first night of a Bachelor Party and could not be more glad that overserving here wasn't an issue. The Crown and Jager machines are served in what look like triple shots - thumbs up! Also, lots of delicious beer on tap. I'm partial to Cigar City offerings, as we do not get that in Chicago. Also, they put the Cubs game on for us - we're gonna win the World Series one of these years, mark my words... The icing on the cake was the fact that the manager opened the cigar case for us since we were on a bachelor party. Nice to enjoy a stoge with my beers, shots, Cubs game, and good friends! Also, for the gentlemen, lots of attractive ladies tend to come here, so stay on your best behavior and may the odds forever be in your favor. read more

This place had a great vibe with great drinks. Definitely I spot to go to if you want a stiff drink and good music. Bartenders were actually really nice (which I find to be uncommon) and poured well ;) If I'm back in Sarasota, I'll definitely be hitting this place back up. read more

I am very disappointed at my experience here lastnight. my first visit will now be my last for I have never been treated so rudely by male bartender in my life. I have been a bartender/server for almost 15years and have worked in busier places than this place was and have never treated a patron with such disrespect. And it's my understanding they they are this way with women a lot (which is very surprising to me) If I knew how to speak to the owner I would but I'm not sure how to get in touch with them, but I'm sure they wouldn't want their employees treating people like they did me lastnight. I do not recommend this place if you are a woman... go find a place where they will at least treat you with kindness and respect. I will never be back and will relay this message to everyone I know because those guys don't deserve my money... smdh so disappointed Here is what happened; I came in with some friend from work after our Christmas party. I ordered a beer at the bar when the little guy was not nice to begin with, and I had received a phone call from my brother so I stepped outside before he gave me the beer. Needless to say the phone call was not a good one... I was crying outside and ended up coming back in. Went to the restroom and then got my beer and sat down with my friends. I was so uneasy that I stepped back outside to call a friend to see about getting a ride home since I didn't want to drive (I was pretty sober when I got here but still didn't want to drive) but my phone died so I went to the bar to see if they had a charger. The little guy bartender seemed irritated and my request, why I'm not sure but what ever. He said they were being used and I said Ok and that I would try back in a bit (only needed like 15minutes on a charger, that's it...) so I went back up a little bit later and the other bartender, who I found out was the manager on duty, which was surprising to me but ok. The other bartender come to find out took my phone off and put his own on the charger, which is so surprising to me. I was like really....! The "manager" I heard say is not their priority... yeah ok then... that's pretty messed up. And to be totally honest my issue isn't even the phone at this point they were just so rude and disrespectful for no reason really. I was told today they those guys are like that with women a lot over there. The manager is said to be a "womanizer" and talkes down and degrades women all the time... why would you want to go to a place like that. If I was messed up and being loud and cussing and stuf like that that's one thing, but I wasn't, I was polite with them until then. I tossed his pen back on the bar because I had accidentally taken it to the table with me after getting my bill for my second beer, which the little guy came and took away from me... why?? I wasn't making a scene or anything... I did shoot him a bird for being so rude and I guess I hurt his feelings but that doesn't condone them treating me the way they did before that... that was my one childish move. Needless to say I do not and will not recommend this place to anyone, especially my female friends, because they don't deserve to be done the way those guys treat women... they do not deserve my money. DO NOT GO HERE! THE BARTENDERS ARE JERKS AND RUDE AND DISRESPECTFUL! Don't waste your time or money read more

Kasey is amazing. I love coming here because of her. She's a great bartender. I recommend her to anyone.

The tobacco shop in St Armand's Circle recommended the place and it was spot on! We went on a Monday night, were greeted warmly and set up with drinks. They had free music bingo that had the whole bar having fun and they gave away lots of prizes. They have TVs for sports and a large humidor if you need a smoke. Loved it! read more

My favorite bar in town! All the bartenders are awesome! The playlist is always on point.

My review is actually on this bars walk in CIGAR HUMIDOR however the bar always seem to have a full crowd and the pool tables always have players! The walk in humidor has a very nice selection of cigars at reasonable prices! I like the fact that they have a complete assortment of Monte Cristo! read more

Went there after dinner...walked in for a cigar and port...humidor closed at 6:30??? Really...not a cigar bar, just another bar with a part time humidor! read more

Stopped in the other day and had a great time! It was two for one drinks and the staff was really on their game.. My phone was dying and Jamie ( the bartender) Got me charged up while keeping my whistle wet, I love the location downtown and for a smoking bar it smells good and looks great read more

Went there for the first time last week, totally suprised! The cigar selection was decent, but the mere fact that they had a walk in humidor full of cigars was a total win considering it's a sports bar! Not only that, but there prices are great! Then they had good beers on tap, a full bar, and TV's everywhere! Lots of fun and a really great atmosphere. The bartenders were really friendly, service was quick (granted, it was a Wednesday). Can't wait to go again! read more

I really like this sports bar. It has a patio overlooking Main Street so you can people watch. When it's nice weather they open up the windows to the patio. I love it when sports bars have something more to offer than a dark and dank sports cave. It's got a TON of flat screenTVs - of course. They have an impressive amount of beer selection for the size- even cider beer for us chicks! Haha. They also have a pool table or two in the back. They also have let us order a pizza from across the street and eat it there while we were watching a game. read more

Service totally sucks. The staff is so rude, I'll never come back here. We came for a friends birthday and they totally ruined it. :(

Horrible experience wanted to spend money.. Couldn't because the bartenders were very inexperienced and rude. Wouldn't recommend to my worst enemy! Will spread the bad news quickly.. Honestly this place ruined my new years eve. If I could afford an attorney I would light them up. read more

This place is awesome. The security guards here are very professional and helpful. They helped me get a taxi called when my phone died, and the atmosphere is great for the average social person. Can't go wrong with a game of pool and a cigar either. All around, it's a good place to go with friends. read more

Fantastic Staff, Fantastic Atmosphere. The bartenders here have an absolutely fantastic personality which keeps people coming back. The liveliest place in town to get a drink for sure. High Recommended read more

Horribly rude staff, the tables were mostly sticky and the drinks were watered down.

stopped in after a dinner across the street for a cigar and after dinner drinks. had tv's on sports, trendy music, friendly staff, cold drinks. Cigars were a nice choice as well. Will be back, but probably same scenario for after dinner stop. read more

A cigar bar on Main Street. Ok...we decided to check it out. Being a girl from Vegas, I am used to smoky bars so the smoking did not bother me too much. They kept the doors and windows of the front wide open so there was a nice draft to keep the inside smelling not smoky. The humidor had an extensive selection. The drinks were very reasonable and delicious. Our bartenders were fun and energetic. We even squeezed in a game of pool read more

Again, this is one of the ONLY bars open on Main street after like 10pm so... When you need a drink, youll end up here. I mean, i do hate that i will walk out smelling like cigarrettes even though im a non-smoker who sprayed some fabulous perfume on just seconds before walking in.... But i digress, its not bad. The drinks are made pretty well depending on who you get, just like anywhere. And uh, you can watch some sports, yay. read more

I love this place. Staff is always so friendly. Great beer selection from national favorites to local microbrews, and talented bartenders with great cocktails. It's like your neighborhood watering hole to just kick back and chill without any judgement. read more