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Stottlemyer's Smokehouse

Stottlemyer's Smokehouse

Eat Local in Sarasota

4.3 3,860 Google reviews

+1 941 312 59 6919 E Rd, Sarasota, Florida 34240

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19 E Rd, Sarasota, Florida 34240

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About

We are an open-air restaurant, live music venue offering free music 7 days a week, and old-Florida tiki bar established by the Stottlemyer family. Our menu includes slow-cooked brisket, tender ribs, pulled pork, award-winning fried chicken, barbecue, sandwiches, po-boys, signature sides, salads, and much more. Take-out and catering available. Large parties and families are always welcome.

Amenities

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
11:30 AM to 9 PM
Wednesday
11:30 AM to 9 PM
Thursday
11:30 AM to 9 PM
Friday
11:30 AM to 10 PM
Saturday
11:30 AM to 10 PM
Sunday
11:30 AM to 8 PM

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