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A great source for fresh lobster and seafood is Lotsa Lobster on the South Trail. Owner Suzanne always has the best!
chicken and turkey, (National Institute of Health).
For a nutritious light lunch try Suzanne's Summer Salad made
with garbanzos, edamame, cranber-
ries, sweet-roasted corn and onion and a sweet-ish vinaigrette. You can grab it ready to go or try it on top of a green salad, or in sandwich wraps in lieu of mayo and cheese. It also pairs perfectly with their salmon. It's healthy and protein packed! Do try their homemade New England Clam Chowder, the best!
Although not ‘dine-in’ here, Suzanne or Caylin will steam lob- ster or shrimp for you, ready to take home and eat - call ahead or just walk in. You can also pick lobsters from their 1,000 gallon tank and take them home live. Items from their freezer include frog legs, octopus, smelts, soft shell crab, salt cod, crawfish meat and more. In addition they offer marinated meats from the Butchery in Danvers, Massachusetts, and pies from the local Sarasota Caribbean Pie Company. Specialty items can be ordered and gift certificates are avail- able.
Open all year round with limited hours on most holidays they are always happy to see you. A terrific store with friendly ownership and staff. Check them out on Facebook for cool pictures or online at www.LotsaLobsterSarasota.com.
A Sprig of Thyme, a quaint “boutique” style eatery located at 1962 Hillview street in Sarasota’s Southside Village. Chef/Owner Scott Harrison has added his style to the former ‘62 Bistrot into a warm and inviting setting for his locally sourced cuisine. An eclectic array of classic European entrees combined with fresh local seafood and an imaginative chef, offers patrons a truly unique dining experience. Relax and choose from an impressive wine list or beer while you enjoy Chef Scott’s wonderful dinner selections. Congratulations on their one year anniversary!
A Sprig of Thyme on Hillview Street in Sarasota features the culinary work of Chef Scott Harrison and offers classic European dishes and fresh seafood for dinner
Comfortable seating along with warmly inviting wood-clad walls and the smooth sounds of Jazz combined with a truly impressive and attentive wait staff are here for you. A few art updates on the walls, fresh flowers and a brand new kitchen certainly helped Scott to see a boost in business and justifiably so.
For dinner guests can enjoy classic French and Italian selec- tions of starters including a fab Grilled Caesar I enjoyed recently. Other choices include Coquille St. Jacques, Moroccan Grilled Lamb Chops and a delicious Bayou Crab and Shrimp I had also. Entree selections include Grouper Paillard, Salmon Pistache, Scallops and Shrimp Taulere (a nod to Alain Taulere of Cafe of the Art’s fame), Filet Mignon, Vitello Sorrentino and New Zealand Rack of Lamb to name a few. Entrees include a choice of potato or risotto and fresh vegetables. Prices are very fair and of great quality. Scott has worked locally at The Rosemary, Cafe of the Arts as well as The Meadows and Plantation Country Clubs, so he knows his trade.
At a Sprig of Thyme reservations are suggested, as the cozy environment offers limited safe seating serving Tuesday through Saturdayand take-outserviceaswell.Ifyouarenotinarush,and would like to truly “dine,” then A Sprig of Thyme is the location you have been waiting for.
What a succes story the Lazy Lobster of Longboat has been as they are moving into their 11th year on Longboat Key at 5350 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key (941-383-0440). They continue to have record-setting years of business, and with good reason. A very comfort- able dining room, bar and outdoor patio are all part of the ambiance here. Couple that with superb service and of course delicious and rea- sonably priced food...well you have a winner! Enjoy their early dining
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