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.

This quaint beachside cafe enjoys immense popularity for its mastery of Belgian waffles, which are available throughout the day, as are the sandwiches, salads, and burgers. Reservations are not accepted.

KRESS PLAZA AT FIVE POINTS. Stop by Patrick's for lunch and try one of the burgers that everyone in Florida is talking about. If you decide to work through lunch, then drop in at the end of the day and join the after-work crowd. This has become Sarasota's place to see and be seen. The food is excellent and the atmosphere casual ­ what more could you ask for in a sports bar? NB They offer free valet parking.

Amish home cooking, a relaxed ambience, and reasonable prices are what one can expect from this local favorite. The menu items include such tantalizing dishes as Mom's Meat Loaf, Roast Beef Manhattan, or chopped veal Parmesan. Daily specials are added to make your selection even more difficult, but never disappointing. Few diners can resist ordering dessert ­ Mrs. Yoder's pies are deservedly famous (favorites include the peanut butter cream, Southern pecan, and Dutch apple varieties). Business casual attire.