Recs for food and beer in Sarasota

The most popular brewery is likely JDubs although I'd argue that Calusa is probably better. Neither really compare to what Tampa/St Pete has to offer.

If you are into rum, Siesta Key Rum is a cool little micro-distillery that has won a ton of awards and is widely considered the best rum you can buy from outside the Caribbean.

Downtown Sarasota has a few cool eateries. If looking for something unique try out Yoders. It's an Amish restaurant that is best known for the homemade pies they have but their fried chicken and home style cuisine gets a lot of praise too.