Enjoy hearty American continental options, with favorites such as banana pancakes, steak and eggs, and omelets. Outside patio seating is available. There's also a fine selection of burgers, sandwiches, and salads, as well as vegetarian entrées such as meatless mousakka with béchamel sauce.

The flavors of Caribbean and New England classic entrées fill the air at this Sarasota seafood favorite. Coasters Seafood Company, located in the Sarasota Boat Yard Shopping Village, offers savory seafood cuisine in a casual brasserie-style setting. The menu features Maryland crab cakes, Caribbean lobster, and shrimp étouffée.

DOWNTOWN. Planning on a shopping excursion on Main Street? Start your day off with a great breakfast at this local favorite. Options include omelets, an egg and vegetable skillet, apple and cinnamon oatmeal, sandwiches, and salads. First Watch fans are quite loyal and turn out in droves on weekend mornings, so plan accordingly, as reservations are not accepted.

This restaurant's theater-style seating has spectacular panoramic views of the marina, downtown, and Sarasota Bay. The cuisine features seafood, and the dinner menu includes prime beef, chicken, and pasta. One of the house specialties is Caribbean lobster tail. Divided into two sections, Marina Jacks has an open-air raw bar and dining room. The ambience is casually festive, and there is outdoor covered patio seating available. Casual dress attire. Reservations recommended. NB They offer complimentary valet parking.

Elegant table settings with bud vases in the center will catch your eye upon first entering this elegant establishment. The menu selections are comprised of a variety of Northern Italian cuisine. Air-dried beef with white beans and onions is an example of the appetizers served, while linguine with mixed seafood is among the entrée choices. The essence of Florence is unveiled as each skillfully prepared dish is served. Service is attentive and prices are reasonable.