Partner in crime bottle of wine = guaranteed good time!

We love a good date night! One where the food is incredible, the vibes are romantic, and the drinks are delicious. The Suncoast is made up of locally owned and operated restaurants that know how to make every date night one to remember. We’ve put together a list of some of the best spots in town and some of their upcoming events!

Harry’s Continental Kitchens 

Harry’s Continental Kitchens restaurant on Longboat Key is fine dining at its best! Stop in any night for an incredibly relaxed atmosphere and enjoy their award winning menu. This month they are hosting TWO wine dinners that would make the perfect DATE NIGHT!

The first is Harry’s French Feast Wine Dinner. Taking place Wednesday, August 10th 2022, at 6:30pm.

View the menu here 

$109.00 per person.

The second wine dinner is Harry’s Going Down Under Wine Dinner. Taking place on Thursday August 18th, 2022, at 6:30pm! Harry’s Continental Kitchens’ sommeliers Harry Christensen and Hal Christensen along with Nicole Hollister, from Winebow Pioneer Division, invite you to a wonderful night of wine, food, and fun!

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If it were up to us, every hour would be happy hour! Thankfully this summer our Member Restaurants feel the same way! We have incredible summer promotions happening on our Suncoast that we can’t wait to share!

Summer Sippin' on The Suncoast!

 

 

Michael’s On East

 

​​Located at 1212 S. East Avenue in Midtown Plaza, the iconic fine dining restaurant is currently taking dinner reservations from 5:00pm to 8:30 pm Tuesday –Thursday and Friday & Saturday 5:00–9:00 pm.

There is nothing quite like spending the Fourth of July here on the Suncoast! You can find so many things to do from food, fireworks, and tons of fun. We’ve put a list together of some of our must-dos! This is how you can spend Independence Day just like an ORIGINAL!

Fourth of July on the Suncoast

 

Manatee County Celebrations

The Sandbar Seafood and Spirits on Anna Maria Island will kick off the Independence Day Weekend early on Saturday, July 2 at 9PM with the largest fireworks display they have ever had!

The fireworks will be visible all along the Anna Maria beach and watching them is free! The Sanbar restaurant will be open normal hours, 11AM to 10PM and remember – they don’t take reservations so be sure to stop by and put your name in early. 

For those wanting an elevated experience, Sandbar is hosting a Sparkling Good Time, a ticketed VIP event, July 2nd from 6-10PM in the Grand Pavilion, adjacent to the restaurant. This event includes reserved dinner seating with a delectable selection of fresh food, an open bar, a champagne toast, special beach seating for the fireworks, a gift bag and valet parking. 

Father's Day 2022 is right around the corner and we want to make sure this year is one to remember. There is no better way to celebrate than supporting locally owned and operated restaurants right here on the Suncoast.

Father's Day Dining on the Suncoast

From Anna Maria Island to Venice Pier, the member restaurants of The Sarasota-Manatee Originals are offering dining, take-out, all-you-can-eat, and delivery options to celebrate all of the amazing Dads out there. No matter what he’s craving, we’ve got you covered!

 

Did someone say BBQ?

This holiday season Michael's On East is offering the option to enjoy a Michael's meal at home in addition to dining in the restaurant during the holidays. Learn More Here!

Michael's on East is offering a Rosh Hashanah Menu for pick up or delivery. CLICK HERE to place your order by September 16, 2020 at 12:00pm for pick-up or delivery on September 18, 2020.  Enter your text here ...

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