Clásico Café & Bar is a welcome addition to downtown Sarasota and sure to be a hit, especially with the late nighters. The location is perfect, the space amply holds a large crowd, the service is professional and efficient and the food and cocktails are winners.

Darwin Santa Maria is a man in a state of constant motion. Even when standing still, he exudes an energetic passion that causes the air to ripple and hum around him. He is a talented and dedicated chef, and his latest venture Darwin’s on 4th is finally the perfect showcase for his unique culinary point of view. My first visit to Darwin’s on 4th is a blur of sensory impressions. The upstairs lounge where we are seated is dark, romantic and mysterious. The room buzzes with conversation that floats up from the bar [...]