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The Sarasota-Manatee Originals Present: Original Eats Sponsored by Boar's Head

Tuesday, 12 January 2021
Restaurant News

The inaugural Original Eats will take place Friday, January 15 to Sunday, January 31, 2021 to support the local restaurant industry. For this limited time, participating Sarasota-Manatee Originals' Member Restaurants, located from the northern tip of Anna Maria Island to the southern beaches of Venice, will each offer their guests a special signatu...

Celebrate 2021 With An Original!

Monday, 21 December 2020
Restaurant News

From historic downtown Venice to the beaches of Anna Maria Island, your best New Year's Eve dining-out options include these locally-owned, independent restaurants in Sarasota and Manatee Counties. Open and welcoming guests on December 31, some will be serving holiday "specials" while some will have the traditional dishes. Some will serve a la...

Christmas Day Dining!

Friday, 11 December 2020
Restaurant News

(Siesta Key) Cafe Gabbiano | 941.349.1423 | cafegabbiano.com (Venice) Café Venice Restaurant & Bar | 941.484.1855 | cafevenicerestaurantandbar.com - Delivery and Limited Pick Up (Longboat Key) Euphemia Haye | 941.383.3633 | euphemiahaye.com (Lakewood Ranch) GROVE Restaurant.Patio.Ballroom | 941.893.4321 | grovel...

EAT OUT OR TAKE OUT WITH AN ORIGINAL THIS CHRISTMAS EVE

Tuesday, 08 December 2020
Restaurant News

From historic downtown Venice to the beaches of Anna Maria Island, your best holiday dining-out options include these locally-owned, independent restaurants in Sarasota and Manatee Counties. Open and welcoming guests on Thursday, December 24, some will be serving holiday "specials" while some will have the traditional dishes and all the f...

Thanksgiving with The Originals!

Thursday, 15 October 2020
Restaurant News

This Thanksgiving you might not want to take on the cooking and cleanup of a multi-course meal and would rather spend the time with the family. Well, you're in luck. This year, stellar restaurants across Florida's Suncoast will be serving meals for all those who would rather quite literally leave the holiday cooking to the pros. EAT OUT OR TAKE OUT...

Stone Crab Season is Here!

Friday, 16 October 2020
Restaurant News

Considered to be one of the most delicious crustaceans of the world, the anticipation of the opening of stone crab season on October 15 and thoughts of their sweet succulence and rich, snowy white meat has our mouths watering!From October through May, Florida's recreational and commercial stone crab claw season is on. Local commercial fishermen sta...

Waterfront Dining in Venice, Sarasota & Bradenton

Written by Tara Caguiat for The Sarasota-Manatee Originals Fiery sunsets, lapping waves, the occasional dolphin spotting—dining by the ocean is understandably desirable. Fortunately, Sarasota and Manatee Counties have more waterfront restaurants than most areas, with options directly on the sand and situated on the water. Sink your toes in the sand...

Must-Try Italian Restaurants in Bradenton, Sarasota and Venice

Wednesday, 09 September 2020
Restaurant News

Written by Tara Caguiat for The Sarasota-Manatee Originals Herb-filled aromas wafting through the air. Welcoming hosts ready to show you true hospitality. Renaissance decor and Italian opera setting the mood—these details are what make Italian dining experiences second to none. Italian food is as varied as the colorful country itself, and res...

Savor Sarasota

Wednesday, 27 May 2020
Restaurant News

Each year, Visit Sarasota County hosts Savor Sarasota to showcase the award-winning and legendary restaurants that call the Suncoast home. From June 1st through the 14th, dozens of area restaurants are featuring multi-course lunch and dinner menus for just $16 and $32 per person. Though #SavorSarasota is not exactly the same this year, we...

Drink Like a Local - Your Guide to Craft Cocktails in Sarasota

Monday, 10 August 2020
Restaurant News

Written by Tara Caguiat for The Sarasota-Manatee Originals Some people choose a restaurant based on their cocktail menu over their food menu. If you're one of them, you must visit these restaurants in Sarasota. Many are known for their cocktails and others have notable cocktail menus that fly under the radar. Either way, when visiting one of these ...

4th of July Celebrations!

Wednesday, 24 June 2020
Restaurant News

Brick's Smoked Meats - Downtown Sarasota 1528 State Street Sarasota, Fl 34236 941-993-1435 Banquets, boats and backyards - Brick's Smoked Meats is famous for helping make the most of your celebrations. Now they'll make your Independence Day great by giving you the best catering deals!Spend over $100 on your 4th of July catering and r...

Celebrate Father's Day With an Original!

Wednesday, 17 June 2020
Restaurant News

The Breakfast House - Sarasota 1817 Fruitville Road Sarasota, FL 34236 941.366.6860 The Breakfast House, located on Fruitville Road, downtown (look for the yellow house with the white picket fence), has become one of the most popular breakfast and lunch eateries to hit the city. Celebrate Dad with the signature Key West Benedict, Homemade Corn Beef...

Mother's Day Celebrations

Monday, 27 April 2020
Restaurant News

From Anna Maria Island to Venice Pier, the member restaurants of The Sarasota-Manatee Originals are offering dining, take out, and delivery options to celebrate all of the amazing Moms out there. 1812 Osprey - Sarasota 1812 South Osprey Avenue Sarasota, FL 34239 941.954.5400 Located within the South Side Village, 1812 Osprey is a ch...

Cinco de Mayo Celebrations

Monday, 04 May 2020
Restaurant News

Birdrock Taco Shack 1004 10th Ave West Bradenton, FL 34205 941.545.9966 Hours: 11:00am - 9:00pm Birdrock Taco Shack will be opening the porch following current CDC guidelines on Cinco de Mayo with limited inside seating. Birdrock has partnered with Darwin's brewery on the release of their new Mexican lager! Pur...

The Grocery Guide

Tuesday, 14 April 2020
Restaurant News

During turbulent times, restaurants respond by finding creative ways to support and serve their communities. Several members of the Sarasota-Manatee Originals are now offering convenient and safe grocery shopping alternatives with online grocery markets and curbside pick up options. Below you will find a list of these restaurants, their o...

Gather Around the Table with Family Meals from Local Restaurants

Monday, 06 April 2020
Restaurant News

Like you, each of our Member Restaurants are constantly evaluating their daily routines. With the safety and health of the community guiding all decisions, our locally-owned, independent restaurants continue to work on ways to adapt their traditional services to limit person-to-person contact without sacrificing integrity and attention to guests. T...

Easter Dinner 2020

Monday, 06 April 2020
Restaurant News

Easter traditions are special and unique to each family. During this difficult time that we are facing as a nation it is especially important to find a way to continue to celebrate our unique traditions. We have worked with our local member restaurants to provide information on restaurants offering special takeout Easter brunch, lunch, and din...

Sarasota-Manatee Originals Member Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving.

Monday, 11 November 2019
Restaurant News

2020 Forks & Corks Tickets On Sale Monday November 4, 2019 at 7:00PM

Thursday, 17 October 2019
Restaurant News

It's that time of year again - the most coveted and anticipated tickets for Forks & Corks Grand Tasting and University Master Class Sessions go on sale on Monday, November 4, 2019 at 7:00pm. The Sarasota-Manatee Originals are very excited for Forks & Corks 2020 and are thankful that you are interested in sharing the experience wit...

Stone Crab Season is Coming!!

Thursday, 10 October 2019
Restaurant News

Considered to be one of the most delicious crustaceans of the world, the anticipation of the opening of stone crab season on October 15 and thoughts of their sweet succulence and rich, snowy white meat has our mouths watering! From October through May, Florida's recreational and commercial stone crab claw season is on. Local commercial fishermen st...