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Flambo Island Cuisine celebrates the extraordinary diversity of flavors and culinary traditions that come together in Trinidad. Our menu brings together influences from around the world to create a distinctive island dining experience in Sarasota. Located near St. Armands Circle, Flambo offers thoughtfully prepared seafood, flavorful curries, island-inspired specialties, creative cocktails and warm hospitality in a relaxed, inviting setting.

After a day of relaxing at the beach or exploring the Florida Keys, enjoy an elevated island-inspired dining experience at the Tommy Bahama restaurant in historic St. Armands Circle. Located just blocks from the beach and serving handcrafted cocktails and island-inspired fare—including our World Famous Coconut Shrimp!—this oasis is the perfect destination to sip, savor, and relax with family and friends. With brunch options, daily happy hour, and award-winning hospitality, it’s no wonder our restaurant and store is Sarasota’s favorite gathering place.

Transport yourself into a wonderful world of unexpected, photo-worthy drinks, décor and delights inspired by the Circus Capital of the World – Sarasota. Secure a front-row experience to the grand spectacle that is Ringside and indulge in modern American coastal cuisine with a creative twist.

Drift Kitchen & Bar is our signature restaurant concept on the 8th floor of our Palm Building, and one of Sarasota’s buzziest restaurants. The dining room features elevated decor and soaring 180-degree floor-ceiling views of the Gulf of Mexico. Taking inspiration from our view, cuisine features local ingredients with an emphasis on fresh seafood and contemporary American fare.

Location location location! Enjoy a casual watefront breakfast, lunch or dinner while looking out on the bay and enjoying the breezes from the Gulf of Mexico. Great tropical drinks, and live music. Right next door Bayfront Excursions offers daily rentals of wave runners, sailboats, kayaks, canoes, paddle boards, peddle boats, aqua cycles and more.

Rufa, located at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota, is an al fresco bar and lounge featuring imaginative cocktails, interactive shareables served tapas style and sunset views of Sarasota Bay. Diners can choose from a selection of Baja California-style dishes. Rufa offers an extensive wine list and one of Sarasota's largest tequila and mezcal menus. Rufa is named after the Rufa Red Knot, a shorebird that winters in the Sarasota region. The restaurant offers a coast-to-coast experience with an ambiance that embodies the resort’s promise of providing guests a life where the land meets the sea. The lounge is located just steps away from downtown Sarasota and is available to non-resort guests. Reservations are accepted on OpenTable but not required.

1235 N Gulfstream Ave

Bridges Restaurant is located on the 8th floor of the Embassy Suites Sarasota, with sweeping views of the city and the bay. Dine on artfully crafted, locally sourced food in our dining room with floor-to- ceiling windows with views of Sarasota Bay.