Florida Gulf Coast Shopping & Dining

If you want to take a break from the beaches and attractions, this area offers great shopping opportunities with everything from local boutiques to upscale malls - or dining to please every pallette! If you can see yourself living or vacationing by any of these shopping and dining areas, contact Wagner Realty to find your dream home today!

The Ellenton Premium Outlets

Home to 130 designer and brand outlet stores for the whole family, Ellenton Premium Outlets is conveniently located off I-75 and US-301 in Ellenton.This outdoor mall features covered walkways, tropical landscaping and flowing water fountains. Stores range from women's apparel and accessories to home furnishings to specialty items, including Kate Spade, Under Armour, Tommy Hilfiger, Movado, Coach, Michael Kors, Nike, Polo Ralph Lauren and Saks Fifth Avenue Off 5th.

St. Armands Circle

St. Armands Circle is an upscale island shopping center that can be reached by two bridges over Sarasota Bay. Renowned as a continental marketplace, St. Armand's Circle is a charming shopping venue, with lush tropical plants, courtyards and patios, antique statuary and contemporary architectural design. Whether shopping for trinkets and treasures, high fashion or home décor, gourmet snacks to candlelit feasts under the stars, you’ll find it all on the Circle. St. Armands Circle is the vision of its founder, circus magnate, John Ringling.  His influence is still present today in the design of the streets radiating from the island’s hub and in the Italian statuary, many from his personal collection. Delve into St. Armands’ history by taking a stroll around the “Circus Ring of Fame,” located in the Circle Park, which honors numerous circus performing legends.

The Mall at University Town Center

The Mall at University Town Center brings world-class fashion and dining to Sarasota. The beautiful architecture reflects a Floridian sense of place with a light changing LED barrel vault ceiling. The Mall at UTC is anchored by Saks Fifth Avenue, Macy’s, Dillard’s and features an array of fine restaurants new to the area, including The Capital Grille, Seasons 52 and The Cheesecake Factory.  The shopping center brings many distinctive retailers not found anywhere else in the local market, offering customers a diverse mix of fashion and lifestyle retailers, popular favorites, and a locally themed children’s play area. 

Westfield Siesta Key

Westfield Siesta Key is located on the mainland in Sarasota, just a short drive from Siesta Key. This shopping mall offers Macy's, Talbots, Loft, GNC, Chicos and more. If you work up an appetite you'll want to stop at Too Jays Gourmet Deli, or relax for a movie and dinner at Cobb CineBistro.

Marina Jack II

Marina Jack II offers a luxurious dinner cruise in downtown Sarasota. Take a relaxing cruise through the intercoastal waters and the Gulf of Mexico. Enjoy delicious dining and outstanding views. Indoor space is air conditioned and the open air outside deck will provide you with the best experience possible. Each day you can choose from a lunch or dinner buffet. While dining enjoy playful dolphins, warm sunshine, and relaxing Gulf of Mexico breezes.

Main Street at Lakewood Ranch

Main Street at Lakewood Ranch is an outdoor venue offering more fashion boutiques, several international restaurants, and the Lakewood Ranch Cinemas all in an intimate small-town atmosphere.The open-air environment provides a unique plaza for strolling, shopping, and monthly First Friday musical concerts overlooking Lake Uihlein.

International Plaza and Bay Street

International Plaza and Bay Street, which is adjacent to Tampa International Airport, is a spectacular shopping and dining destination. There is Dillard's, Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, and over 200 specialty shops. Nearby Bay Street at the Plaza is an open-air village of fine restaurants and distinctive boutiques.

Miromar Outlets

Miromar Outlets is a shopping center with over 140 designer and brand name outlet stores, including: Ann Taylor, Adidas, Banana Republic, Bass, Calvin Klein, Brooks Brothers, DKNY, Gap, Izod, Nike, Neiman Marcus, Levi’s, Van Heusen, and many more! Voted Southwest Florida’s “Best Factory Outlet Shopping Center” ten years in a row, the center is located between Fort Myers and Naples.