Downtown Sarasota Dinner Tour

Food Tour

Sarasota, Florida

Downtown Sarasota Dinner Tour

3 Hours • Historic Sarasota!

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Date

Tue, Oct 7

Travelers

2

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About This Adventure

Discover the rich history and culinary delights of Downtown Sarasota on this engaging three-hour tour. Stroll through historic streets while sampling dishes from four unique restaurants, all while learning fascinating stories about the pioneers who shaped the area. Perfect for food lovers and history enthusiasts alike!

Duration

3 Hours

When

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

About

It's time to experience an evening in Downtown Sarasota while enjoying its rich history and amazing food!
Our NEWEST tour transports you through a time-line that reveals the untold history of our Suncoast from its primitive beginnings to the present day building boom. Your guide will share details and stories about the pioneers and wealthy trailblazers that spearheaded the discovery of Sarasota while you stroll its historic streets. This is a perfect tour for you foodies and trivia buffs that are local or visiting Sarasota for the first time.

You will visit four restaurants each unique in its own way as you sample some scrumptious culinary delights. At the end of this three hour tour you will be filled with great food AND fun historical tidbits about Sarasota's downtown.

Attire: casual clothes and comfortable walking shoes. (It's a leisurly walk of about a mile) Includes: All food and restaurant gratuities are included in the ticket price. If you enjoyed your tour, tips are accepted and greatly appreciated by our tour guides. Weather: We tour rain or shine. Start Time: 4 p.m. Where to meet: The Fat Chef Statue in front of Mattison's Grill & Restaurant at the corner of Main & Lemon Streets. Parking: Free 1hr parking is available in the City Parking Garage above Whole Foods Parking Garage. The entrance to this upper-level parking is on 2nd street between Whole Foods & Central Ave. State St. & Palm Ave Parking Garages: please be aware that the City of Sarasota is now charging for parking after 1 hr. The 2nd hour is $2, and it is $1 per hour after that at those locations. Please note that all tours require a minimum of 4 people. This does not mean one party must book 4 individuals, but that our total headcount achieves the minimum. We will notify you if we have not reached this capacity and will always strive to accommodate our valued guests!

Adventure Tips

Wear comfortable shoes

The tour involves walking through downtown streets, so comfortable footwear is essential.

Notify dietary restrictions ahead

Inform Key Culinary Tours about any food allergies or preferences before the tour.

Arrive hungry but paced

The tour includes multiple tastings; pacing yourself will help you enjoy all dishes fully.

Bring a light jacket in cooler months

Evening temperatures in Sarasota can get cool, especially in winter, so layer accordingly.

Local Insights

Wildlife

Wading birds like egrets around shoreline parks
Urban squirrels commonly seen in downtown green spaces

History

Downtown Sarasota grew rapidly in the early 20th century, blending influences from pioneering settlers and the arrival of the railroad.

Conservation

Local restaurants emphasize sustainable and locally sourced ingredients to reduce environmental impact and support community farms.

Downtown Sarasota Dinner Tour: A Culinary & History Delight

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