I like malls. I always have. I also have a foundness for plazzas…read more The nice think about UTC is that it has AC. I talk walks daily. I don't mind being hot, but there are some Florida days that walking outside just isn't healthy. Gyms can be too stuffy or crowded. The UTC, except around the December holidays, is never that crowded. I park at one end, go in, walk through one anchor store, walk all the way down the mall righ through the other anchor store. I do this two or three times, than walk up the escalator and making the same end to end pass another two or three times. While walking with purpose I can see what stores are open, moving, have sales, are busy or slow. Then, after my walk with purpose, I will make one more pass, stopping at stores I may want to look in, or get a snack, or beverage. UTC is clean, cool, has usefull stores. Too many loud kids in the kids area is a drag, but oh, well.

UTC is a great mall that has a wide variety of stores to choose from. Every store that I would want…read moreto go to is conveniently there. The information desk offer complimentary mobility devices for people in need. It is very clean and spacious. Great place to walk around and browse items.

This side of UTC(University Town Center) is across the street from the mall…read more We usually go check out Trader Joe's, Ross, Norman Love Chocolstes, Home Goods, TJMaxx, and Marshall's here. You can also find Fresh Kitchen, The Breakfast company, Pei Wei here just to name a few. This side also has Xmas lights and a Christmas tree in the middle. We like shopping here and feel like these stores which are everywhere have a better stock and are more organized. I know kind of a lump sum statement but it really seems like it every time we visit

Extremely full parking lot for a Monday afternoon! I was here to spend an hour or two at Linksters…read moreand getting some work done in the air conditioning. The aisles are wide enough and I was able to get my Sprinter van into a parking space not too far away from my destination. Decent signage and easy access. I was able to get back on my way when it was time to leave. [Review 390 of 2025 - 2039 in Florida - 23952 overall]

Wonderful place to eat on St. Armand's circle!!we were there on a beautiful Sunday afternoon, met…read moreup with a former neighbor there for afternoon lunch. IT WAS AWESOME ,! You'll definitely need reservations! The island was very crowded with shoppers and eaters,so be prepared for traffic crossing the bridges. Had an awesome time. The waiter was very attentive, but not overly attentive that made us feel rushed! When we go back to Sarasota, St. Armand's is a very popular place to go. Tommy Bahamas store is right below it! A definite "must go to" place for us on our next Florida visit.

This was a passionate project of the Ringling's who in the 1920's wanted to build a shopping,…read moreliving, dining & nightlife destination for visitors. They used circus elephants to haul the timber used to construct the causeway & bridge connecting h Key to the mainland. The circle offers a European-style atmosphere with tropical courtyards, upscale boutiques, and sidewalk cafes steps from Lido Beach. This circular district features over 130 shops, galleries, and restaurants. It is a highly walkable with a vibrant, pet-friendly, and, in the evening, lively atmosphere. Renowned for it's relaxed elegance, diverse dining options, including the historic Columbia Restaurant, Crab & Fin, along with rooftop bars. The circle hosts boat parades, car shows, and holiday-themed parades. It's a fabulous area to wander around & people watch. I love the plaques that acknowledge all of the famous circus performers with their biographies.

So many good stores here as well as places for drinks! They…read morehave a Kona ice stand which made my daughter's day :) My husband and I really enjoyed our margaritas from this cute little bar with the nicest couple! It wasn't packed either, plenty of room to walk around comfortably! Also definitely check out ZARZIS olive oil!! The lady was so nice and helpful. Free samples so you can always try before you buy!!

Every so often I like to get out to Ellenton mall and shop around especially before it gets too hot…read moreoutside here in Florida. We visited on a Saturday. It was pretty busy but we managed to stop at the stores we wanted like children's place and Victoria's Secret etc. they have a wide selection of name brand stores and also had a cute boutique that was going out of business they had some really nice beaded purses and clothing for sale. Overall, Ellenton premium outlets is a nice place to shop and has good prices definitely a better deal than your average mall.

This outdoor shopping plaza is located about a mile from the Interstate on the north side of…read moreFruitville Road. I was here for the Super Buffet but there are other spaces that are open and keeping this plaza busy. The plaza is laid out in a linear manner with the Chase Bank at the western end and proceeding east for CVS, Publix, Ferguson and Northern Tools at the east end. A couple of outbuildings for Smoothie King, Pollo Tropical, Bank of America and Taco Bell. I think there's plenty of parking and the palm trees used for landscaping are quite tall. There is lighting though I was here in the afternoon and couldn't tell you if I would feel safe here at night. But as always, be aware of your surroundings and if you feel uncomfortable, trust that instinct! [Review 16720 overall - 1448 in Florida - 232 of 2022.]

This is not an outlet mall!! It's a normal shopping plaza with your typical stores. I can't believe…read morewe drove 35mins away to a make believe outlet mall. Seriously, WTF.... Just saying.

This is not an outlet mall. The only clothing store at this location is Bealls. If you are looking…read morefor an actual outlet mall avoid this place. However, I did shop at Bealls. They had a lot of items on sale and decently priced clothes (under $20-juniors section).

Wasn't planning on expecting much since I read the reviews. Hoping for at least an inside place…read morewith a/c to walk after lunch. They at least had a free art gallery. It was cool in there, but the bare hallways didn't feel cool and comfortable. There is a new Aldi in this mall and a steak/seafood restaurant which seems like it has the most customers That's about it.

Time to pull the plug. Old, and all the stores here were stolen by UTC mall in Sarasota. If you're…read morelooking for any of the stores that WERE here, UTC is where you want to go.

Sadly Sarasota Square Mall is being demolished. The only stores that remain intact and open are…read moreCostco and JC Penny.

We wanted to go a mall and walk to burn off some calories. It was so sad to see so many store…read morevacancies. It is after all 7pm on a Monday but nevertheless still sad to see emptiness. Then we saw a sign of AMC and decided on a whim to catch a movie . Definitely worth coming here to go to JC Penny's, AMC movie theatre and Costco and all other favorites store.

Over the years the layout has changed slightly, but it just keeps you on your toes when perusing…read morethe store. My only qualm is there are no sizes between the children's largest and the men's smallest in shoes. We liked taking my son here for shoes because we knew the quality would be good, but didn't have to fork out a ton of money for shoes he will only get 4-5 months wearing due to growth spurts. 11.07.2025

Michael was such a lovely young man, and he helped me with every single one of my shopping needs. I…read morehope I return very soon to make even more purchases. I sure hope Nordstrom rack promotes this lovely boy to the highest position!

Great variety and quality items! Even greater cause. Truly something for everyone. Helpful,…read moreknowledgeable, inspiring staff. Highly recommend for a different find, special piece, heart warming stories.

Indeed, as other people said, the owner's attitude is rather not inviting. Just after I entered the…read morestore, she looked at me almost with anger, like I didn't belong there. Maybe it's because how I look?