Restaurant #36 - on Lido Key in Sarasota

On City Island in Sarasota, one can arrive by boat and relax after visiting the Mote Aquarium.

The Old Salty Dog
1601 Ken Thompson Pkway,

Sarasota, FL.

(941) 388-4311

www.theoldsaltydog.com

Located on the Ken Thompson Pkwy across from the Mote Aquarium, The Old Salty Dog is very relaxing and exudes a comfortable old Florida feeling. 



There are lovely views of Sarasota Bay. Their famous Salty Dog is recognized as the best hot dog in America.  The menu is a mix of British pub and Florida keys. Serves lunch and dinner.

Happy Hour: M-F 3:30pm-6pm
bar only
Hours: M-Th 11am-9:30pm, F-Sa
11am-10pm, Su 11am-9:30pm

(Next: Gulf Drive Cafe & Kokonut Tiki in Bradenton Beach)

Restaurant #35 - In Bradenton

This venue is located on the Braden River and is very unique!

Linger Lodge Restaurant & Campground

7205 85th Street Court East
Bradenton, FL.
(941) 755-2757
www.lingerlodgeresort.com

Snakes make the letter!

This is one of the most unusual restaurants to go to and well worth the experience. It was once rated as one of the top 5 weirdest restaurants in the country. 

Truly a lodge setting. What you can see onthe walls of this restaurant is nothing short of amazing. The "menu" is hilarious with titles such as “smidgen of pigeon” or “shake and bake snake”. Mostly serving "normal food", they do serve gator, snake bites and even frog legs, though!   


It is on the beautiful Braden River with natural, rustic surroundings. A very active full service camping facility is part of the grounds.

Happy Hour: T-F 11:3 5pm
Hours: T-Th,Su 11:30am-10pm, F-Sa 11am-10pm (or closing)



(Next: The Old Salty Dog on Lido Key in Sarasota)

Restaurant #34 - in downtown Sarasota

This is a comfortable place right on the bay in Sarasota.

O'Leary's Tiki Bar & Grill

5 Bayfront Drive Sarasota, FL
(941) 953-7505

www.olearystikibar.com

It is a very relaxing experience to hangout with the locals and visitors at O’Leary’s and enjoy conversation, live entertainment, and wonderful views of the bay. There is a simple laid-back Florida Key ambience. Self-service ordering except at the bar. They serve breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Happy Hour: none

Hours: Su-Th 8am-10pm, F-Sa 8am-11pm

(Next: Linger Lodge in Bradenton)