The decor is on point, backyard bbq, with patio tables. As you walk in, you are greeted and given…read morea menu. Follow the wall to line up to order your pint or quart of sides and then choose meat. Think cafeteria style. As a family of four, we ordered pint of cucumber coleslaw (unique twist and delish!), pint of beans, quart of Mac n cheese (gooey), pulled pork, and turkey. I really enjoyed the coleslaw and the pork. My son really liked the turkey. We pretty much finished everything except the Mac n cheese. The only thing i didn't like was the banana pudding. It was too runny. Bonus, kids get free slushies.

We decided to try the new twisted pit bbq place and it was a delightful first time experience. The…read moreinside is very family friendly and lots to look at. At the time we went you walked through the order line and chose what you wanted. Then you paid and everyone was very helpful getting your drink and such. Once the food was ready they brought it to our table. Everything had a great flavor and was freshly prepared and served! It's a fun place to eat at!

For a pub, they actually have great food. It's a scratch kitchen so you can customize your order…read more The Florida Harvest salad was amazing. I got the side size and it was perfect but comes in a very small bowl making it hard to eat. If you get the side size, strongly suggest asking them to put it on a plate. The entree size actually looks the same amount of salad, but on a normal size dish. The blackened shrimp was cooked perfectly and the berry vinaigrette was amazing. It does have a pub feel so keep that in mind when going. It also gets very crowded so I suggest going at an "off" peak time if you want to try it.

They changed the entire menu and vibe. It used to be a cute dive bar with good prices, now it…read moredoesn't have any of the bites offerings it did before that made the place special and stand out. Very unfortunate because this was our go to spot. The peculiar pub is no longer a pub it's now a tourist vibe and we have enough of those. 2 stars because the hostess and the waitress were very sweet

I've visited 99 Bottles several times for their Bagel Brunch and it never disappoints. The wine &…read morebeer bar is beautifully decorated and sits in a great location--just far enough from the noisy, busy downtown area, allowing you to feel relaxed, yet still convenient, with plenty of public parking nearby. They have a nice outdoor umbrella seating area plus high bar stools inside. The bagels are the real deal--legit New York bagels delivered from New York. Their mimosas are the best I've had anywhere in Sarasota. There's a wonderful variety for bagel lovers: excellent cream cheeses, the bagel with wild smoked salmon, and the classic bacon, egg & cheese (among many other options). Whatever breakfast craving you have, they've got something to satisfy it. The staff is super friendly and helpful--just a really nice group of guys. Highly recommend!

What an amazing spot to grab a drink!! They have whatever you are in the mood for, from a huge…read moreselection of beers to wines. The vibes were amazing and it was such a trendy spot. It was the perfect place to grab a drink post-dinner on our Sarasota vacation!

3.5 This place can…read morebe hit or miss. Sometimes it is good. Sometimes it is a mad house with everyone crammed to one side with a big portion of the room set for line dancing. It would be fun if the place had the accurate space for it. I try to stay outside, but the Florida weather isn't always cooperative. 10.11.2025

What a great place to grab a drink and relax with some friends! There is no food, but they often…read morehave food trucks outside available on busier nights. Friday nights they have line dance lessons which are great and a nice way to end the week. Dog friendly too so you will always be finding a cute fur baby to pet!

Amazing place in Lakewood Ranch! I'm so happy to have a great brewery/restaurant close to home…read morejust like what I was used to where I moved from years ago. Great food, awesome beer selection, and love the vibe! Had the dry rub wings today along with a couple hazy's. Excellent! For those posting negative reviews, I urge you to give them another shot. We were there the night they reopened after Hurricane Milton, as it seems were half Lakewood Ranch! It's an understatement to say they were slammed! They were doing the best they could given the circumstances. Yet there was a table close to us that found fault. Give it a friggin rest people! Everyone is entitled to have an "off day", especially after a Cat 4 hurricane rips through your area! Inner Compass didn't have to reopen as quickly as they did. But they did anyway because they were serving a real need. If people don't see that, then that's on them! I've never had a bad meal there. Yes, occasionally service is slow or less attentive but if you look at the wider picture of what's happening in the moment, there's a real, legitimate reason. People, don't just get stuck in your own bubble and actually take time to observe what's going on around you! In the meantime, I plan to go to Inner Compass as often as I can for my ICB Beer Cheese Burgers and Hazy Boys!

The parking lot was full so we had to park on the side of the road in a cul du sac. There was a…read morewait for our table, but not long. Or server was nice, but she seemed stress, making it long periods of time in between seeing her. My beer was great, but our food was ehh. The mozzarella sticks tasted as if the oil was old that they were fried in. My wrap lacked flavor even though there was buffalo sauce on it. It was bland. My son only ate half his meal, stating it tasted funny. We were both queasy by the end of the evening. It may have been the mozzarella sticks as that was the only item we both had. Unless all the items were off somehow. 24.09.2026

Walking into Calusa Brewing feels like stepping into a place built by people who genuinely love…read moregreat beer. The brewery is beautiful--inviting, relaxed, and the kind of spot where you immediately want to settle in for another round. Then came the IPAs. We sampled them all, and every pint told a different story. One crashed over you like a salty Gulf Coast wave, bold and full of energy. Another unfolded like a peaceful walk through a pine forest, layered with earthy bitterness and just the right touch of sweetness. No two tasted alike, and that's exactly what made the experience so much fun. The biggest surprise? Every IPA was memorable. We expected good. We found outstanding. Meeting the brewmaster was the icing on the cake. Learning he's a fellow Stone Brewing fan made for a great conversation, and you can taste the passion and creativity in every glass. To everyone at Calusa Brewing--high fives all around. You made fans out of us, and we can't wait to come back for another flight.

What a beautiful and spacious brewery. We watched the Olympics opening day parade in Italy on their…read morevery large TV. We each tried two drafts, Siesta Squeeze, the PB stout, Rip, and Zote. All very, very tasty. Bought some home since visitors are coming from NJ! Interior reminded us a bit of Kean brewing in NJ as well as Treehouse in Mass. Will definitely return to catch some music and eat.

While in the Lakewood Ranch area, Sarasota... We were looking for something "different ". Thanks…read moreto YELP, The Good Liquid Brewery popped up. In we went. Very pleasant, right on the lake with a great view. It was quite windy today, so we sat inside at the bar. Kayla was our Bartender. What a cheerful young lady. Very personable and attentive. As a Brewery, they offer a pretty good selection of beers, along with a full bar. Today, they were out of their Amber, so I ordered their Kolsch. Quite tasty. For food, we ordered the fish-n-chips to share. We weren't very hungry and this was perfect portion to share. AND, it was one of the best fish -n-chips we've had in a long time. Not at all greasy, firm fish and the fries were over the top !! Crispy outside and soft, fluffy inside. Coleslaw was flavorful with a lean towards vinegar, Not heavy mayo like in some places. Very tasty. We enjoyed ourselves and would definitely stop again the next time we are close to that area.

A brewery with a great location/view. Decent beer if not amazing. Ok food. Service was a little…read moreslow because not a lot of people sitting out by the water. We got visited by a friendly(?) local gator which was fun. Tough to find parking nearby so recommend parking wherever you can and walking over. We didn't try a lot of their beers but what we did try was fine but nothing that we thought was memorable. And if you're a brewery, your beers have to standout. It probably is a 3.5 star location. Good for families. Good for spending a good chunk of time in this area. Not necessarily a destination.

I am extremely disappointed with the service I received tonight…read more Earlier this week, I visited this establishment on both Monday and Tuesday and received attentive service. However, my experience on Wednesday was completely unacceptable. When I walked in and stood at the bar, there was a white female bartender and a Hispanic male bartender working. The female bartender made no effort whatsoever to acknowledge my presence. She did not greet me, ask if I needed anything, or even make eye contact. Instead, she simply moved to another register and ignored me entirely. The only reason I was eventually served was because the Hispanic male bartender noticed me, because he came in, greeted me, and promptly took my drink order. He was professional, attentive, and the only bright spot of an otherwise terrible experience. As a patron staying at the hotel next door and someone who has spent money at this establishment multiple times this week, I find this level of service unacceptable. There are plenty of bars in the area with staff who understand basic customer service and know how to treat guests with respect. I don't know the name of the female bartender who ignored me, but based on this experience alone, I would not recommend visiting on Wednesday nights--or any night she is working. Customers deserve to be acknowledged and treated with courtesy, and unfortunately that was not the case tonight.

Great service with Casey and Tuesday Bogo great too! It's a…read morecalm place to enjoy a beer or other drinks.

First time here. Came for a business meeting. Lunch was quiet in the restaurant but amazing food…read moreand service. I ate way more than I planned on because the sweet heat flatbread was so good! I will definitely have to come back and check out their taps when I'm not working.

My family and I recently dined here and unfortunately left disappointed. We waited about 30 minutes…read morefor our food, which seemed unusual given that the restaurant was not particularly busy. From our table, I could actually see my chicken sandwich sitting in the service window for quite some time before it was finally brought out. When the food arrived, the sandwich, fries, and cheese were all cold. I politely asked for the meal to be remade and inquired whether it would take another 30 minutes. Our server said they would get it out quickly and explained that they were busy. However, looking around the dining room, there were only a handful of occupied tables and two servers working. Several nearby tables were simply having drinks, so it was difficult to understand the delay. What was most disappointing wasn't even the cold food--it was the lack of acknowledgment. A simple apology or some communication about the delay would have gone a long way toward improving the experience. I understand that servers aren't responsible for cooking the food, but they do pass the service window regularly. If food has been sitting under the heat lamps for several minutes waiting on other items, someone should be checking on it or having it remade before it reaches the customer. We were hoping to add this restaurant to our list of regular dining spots, but based on this visit, it unfortunately didn't make the cut.

I'm giving 4 stars because it's new and I'm giving some of the missteps a pass…read more Over all the food was good but could improve. Will add more when I try again

Someone mentioned in another review that The Barrel Room is a hidden gem--and they weren't kidding…read more From the moment you walk in, the beautifully decorated interior stands out. It feels luxurious yet totally relaxed--perfect whether you're in the mood for a casual drink or a full dinner. The bartenders were not only fun and welcoming, but also clearly passionate about what they do. They were eager to mix up creative drinks and make recommendations, which added a lot to the experience. I came in for dinner and was pleasantly surprised by the quality and variety on the menu. Whether you're craving a sandwich or a filet, there's something for everyone. The food was delicious, and the prices were incredibly fair--especially for the level of service and atmosphere. Same goes for the drinks and wine list--great options, all reasonably priced. I'll definitely be coming back again and again!