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Sarasota, FL Overview

Probably the most visited attractions in Sarasota, Florida, are the world-class art museum, Venetian mansion and the museum built by John Ringling, of circus fame, in the early 20th century. Also popular are the white-sand Gulf Coast beaches; Sarasota Jungle Gardens, where you can hold an alligator; and Historic Spanish Point, a nature preserve with historic and archaeological exhibits. Golf, jazz, water sports and outdoor shopping and dining are among Sarasota's many other pastimes.

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Shells

1 of 5 stars
Sarasota
Nov 19, 2008

We went to Shells on Saturday night because Bonefish Grill was packed. What a mistake! The fried calamari was miniscule pieces of calamari breaded with large amounts of breading. I ordered steak and...more

Michael's on East Restaurant

Nov 19, 2008

An over priced dining experience you'd rather forget. Do yourself a favor and go to the Bijou or Selva for dinner and stop by here for an after dinner drink and for the best piano man in town. The...more

Barnacle Bill's Seafood (Main St.)

Nov 19, 2008

If you're under 80, you won't find anything to like about this place. No local fish, inconsistent, etc. Red Lobster in disguise. Early bird specials get the Alzheimer's crowd in, locals don't go near...more

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