As a B&B owner myself I must say this place was really great! It has everything to offer. Location, great wines, great food and entertainment. We cancelled our reservations both nights at other restaurants and stayed there instead. Great staff too! I’ll definitely be back!

Stayed here for 2 nights and loved it. Quaint room, a little noisy from the traffic, but we both are heavy sleepers so it didnt bother us at all. Location is convenient to downtown and attractions. Quaint room, had the $5 burgers and bottomless mimosas one night for dinner and I highly recommend both! Will definitely come back and stay again!

The stay was wonderful! Excellent and attentive staff. Delicious food. Cute and cozy room. I loved the atmosphere here! Ive never stayed at a bed & breakfast before and it was quite a pleasant experience! I loved that they had a beer, wine, and coffee bar! Definitely a nice touch and very convenient! Will definitely stay again!

Wonderful place to set and have coffee an also read a book

Very enjoyable experience. Coffee was great, our server was so sweet and attentive (didnt catch her name but I know she has two cats and I think recently moved here). I had the crab Benedict it was fantastic. Love that they are dog friendly.

CUTE place! Stopped In for some lattes and a breakfast sandwich. The batista made our coffees perfect! The have almond milk and oak milk only.....which is fine for me since thats what I normally request. The breakfast sandwich was good (my only suggestion would have been to bring it out a little hotter.....nevertheless it wasnt cold and had good flavor.). Offers outdoor and indoor seating...... Parking is limited on site but there is a large parking area across the street. They also rent rooms out here .....and they look nice in photos. The only reason I didnt give it a five was because we were greeted right away but I watched a table be seated and it took about 15 min for them to be acknowledged...... and she said *sorry we are still setting up*. It was 11am and opened at 9am.

Interesting place, definitely unique. Live entertainment was good, didnt eat but what I saw looked good, though over priced (I did look at the menu). There just didnt seem to be a clear flow to the place. Open court yard, situated between two separate buildings, one being the restaurant/kitchen, the other bar/cafe which results with the staff frantically running back and forth through the crowded courtyard, with food/drinks in hand. Busing tables appeared to be sort of juggling act for the staff struggling to pull the door open (one would think theyd install a foot pull?) while carrying dirty dishes. I think theres alot of room for improvement with operations/logistics. All that said, I would go back.

Everything about this place was fantastic! Cant wait to come back.

Great venue, fun staff. Both our meals delicious.

The Reserve is a phenomenal spot in Sarasota for live music on Fridays and great relaxation soaking up the vibes! Go here for great service and hosting!

Definitely unsatisfied with time between ordering and arrival of food, on a basic order. No silverware or napkins given with food. Lack of knowledge (staff) on non-alcoholic beverages/the availability. No fans, all outside, no mosquito keep away devices. Staff was polite, the half of sandwich I ate was good, atmosphere was good. Happy this place is opening LGBTQ+ friendly.

Finally made my way to this adorable little place for coffee and breakfast. Absolutely loved it. Everything was delicious and we will definitely back!!

Bad customer service and extremely slow.Came on Saturday at about 10:45 for brunch, was met with an empty restaurant and no waiter or host and no indication of where to sit. Eventually waitress popped her head out of the bar and told us to sit anywhere, so we sat inside. And waited. And waited. For close to 10 minutes. I eventually had to walk back outside to find someone. And I couldnt. Eventually (I keep saying that word. Notice a theme?) a scruffy, teenager (no mask, no waiter outfit) came in and gave us menus and took our drink orders and came back 5 minutes later and took our food order (didnt write it down). Then came the long wait, 30 minutes for the food. Which he brought without silverware, which was another 5 minute wait. The side of toast I ordered was also not brought. By now the eggs Benedict was lukewarm. And besides, thoroughly average. The toast didnt come out with the silverware, and when asked was told was coming. It took another 10 minutes. For toast. Unbuttered. By then the food, which was not generously portioned, was half eaten and cold. Refills on coffee were never offered.A woman actually dressed like a waitress (with mask hanging from her chin) eventually came around after the food was done asked us how we were doing and leaned in to take some plates right up in my face.We left an hour, 15 minutes later severely disappointed and annoyed. At least the food was relatively cheap.2 stars. Mostly for the ambiance, which youll get a lot of, because most of your time wont be spent eating.

Grouper sandwich was absolutely delicious but what really made me take the time to leave a 5-star review was the exceptional table side service. All wait staff seemed invested in making sure we had an exceptional dining experience.

A really good local spot. I had a great time, the staff was super friendly and had some fire live music going, and thats just the ambiance, even the good lives up to the legendary hype Im putting down right now. Everything about this was fire.

Brunch was amazing 🙌 the service was on the slow side and worth the wait. Pianist was playing beautiful music 🎶 lots of different spaces to relax and chill. Inside & outside seating. Great place to go with friends or alone.

Brittany is talented and a gracious host at open mike.Sara and Edy are super friendly and efficient

Amazing service, great food. Had a great time with my dads. Will be back next time

Delicious brunch, friendly service, good coffee. They also have hotel rooms. I will be back.

This place is amazing I came in after they had already closed the team seen my 2 young daughters along with the dark circles under my eyes and new I need a cup of coffee they served me. I hope the owner reads this and understands how amazing of a staff they truly have thank you guys very much!!!

Great outdoor seating, fun live music, good wine selecting, and a petite but wide selection on their menu. The scheduled guitar singer was unexpectedly joined by a marimba player. The historic bed & breakfast has some wonderful rooms with great character.

·VERY DISAPPOINTING, first of all: extremely noisy, not only cause you have the bar downstairs but because is just next to a busy road, you will hear the traffic 24/7 and everyday of the week. We choose the king bed suite, but they gave us a queen small room ( see photos) we called the owner and she said booking doesn’t allow you to choose the room, I proved to her that she was wrong and she didn’t apologize or offer us a reduction for the room ( so we payed the price for the king room and we got an small , old room). I was extremely disappointed with this place. Try to avoid it, there is many other options that worth more your money...

So beautiful, totally awesome performances. Amazing food!

Visited for first time for the wine tasting and was great value, great ambiance, music, lighting and heat lamps for cooler temps. Ordered off menus too for some appetizers and Wow! Crab cakes were amazing and ahi tuna very tasty. Definitely visiting again!

A beautiful place to hose parties like the pride parade after party!

Love this place food is so good and always a fun place. Staff was amazing we went to Easter Brunch

They didn’t have stickers that my wife wanted and the drink left a lot to be desired

My husband and I had to travel to Sarasota for a family emergency last minute on Labor Day weekend. They went above and beyond! They fit us in and even allowed us to bring our pup. The room was nicely appointed, clean and had all the little touches that made our stay comfortable. The bed was comfortable a variety of pillows to fit anyones liking. Communication was top notch. We will most certainly be back.

Pretty poor food quality for the price.Dissapointed

Great atmosphere! Great food! And friendly people. I had avocado toast and it was delicious.

Nice eclectic atmosphere, food was ok omelette was over cooked and rubbery. If youre going to charge $9 for a grilled cheese sandwich please put something other than velveeta on it. Waitresses mask was around her chin while handling our food! Have you heard about the raging pandemic? Doubtful that we will return!

My wife and I are currently staying here for a couple of months. We’ve had nothing but a pleasurable experience with the staff and facilities. Other than a rowdy neighbor upstairs who finally left, this place is amazing. Highly recommend for your short term or long term stay. Great food, great drinks, great live music on the weekends. We are definitely going to be sad when we leave.

Best food Ive ever had

This is a wonderful place to experience many things! Enjoy a nice cup of coffee and a book, brunch is served everyday (!!) and they have a fabulous selection of wine and craft brews. With their recently added dinner menu (which is phenomenal I must say) this place is truly one of the best spots in downtown Sarasota.

Nice time listening 🎶 and Poetry, my grandson read some Poetry

Crab cakes and a bottle of wine is a must while listening to open Mic night.

No vegan options :/ would love to see at least one solid option on the menu...

Went for dinner with some old friends last night and our experience was incredible! I’ve been visiting The Reserve for years when it was a wine shop/bookstore/bar and always loved the vibe but now that it’s transitioned into a full restaurant I had to try it. The food was amazing (and awesome selection for such a small cozy spot), service was perfect and the wine selection is great! Will be back soon and often. ☺️

We stayed at The Reserve this past weekend and had a wonderful experience. Amazing rooms, awesome food, and the people there... that was the key. They treated us like family the second we arrived. I’ll definitely be coming back

Jack and I ended up catching a quick, spur of the moment lunch, wonderful! We had the most unexpectedly charming and delicious lunch, the freshest salad greens and ahi with a nice citrus salsa. We did not partake of wine but will be back to try it tomorrow at their Thursday wine tasting.This place is a very nice surprise.

What a find! Well be back for sure after our first brunch experience ♡

5 stars guys 😉

Unknowingly visited on first day of serving for their new schedule ~ a bit slow & kinks to work out but overall good time. Very friendly staff, delicious & fresh sandwiches. We were a party of 6 and good time had by all. Will go back & try again.

The August Ringling Room.On a whim not knowing where to stay, I booked The Reserve to surprise my husband. What a gorgeous room over a quaint wine and craft beer bar/book store with a coffee bar on site, all set in the old Ringling Brother’s circus homes. Joe was amazing as was Amber ( I really hope I got her name right, we were drinking vino!)So kind and accommodating! Above board. The bed was melt in perfect. The updated on suite bathroom, let’s just say well done!! Gorgeous local artwork on display and for sale.Live music Saturday night, we danced our tushes off! Secure type in lock code, we felt completely secure. Beautifully lit up at night courtyard outdoor for drinks, coffee and music ..We will definitely return. Thank you..

Artist was great, food was good service was light but they worked hard to take care of everyone. Great place to visit.

The reserve features both a coffee shop wing and a wine bar wing. Both offer thoughtful and creative choices such as a interesting latte flavors. The monthly wine tastings are definitely a great local event, with live music and tasty appetizers.

Im so blessed to have found this place and I wish I would have found it sooner. It is absolutely amazing! With wonderful owners, incredibly kind, inviting staff, and a beautiful atmosphere, I am in love! It is rare to find a place like this in this day and age, but if you are looking for a calm, accepting study place, bookstore, or cafe...look no further! I usually dont go out of my way to invest in things; however, I would spend a lot to keep places like this going. Thank you to everyone that made me feel welcomed here, I will for sure be coming back very, very soon!

Nico is such a great personality!

Love the Reserve!!! Went to hear And support the Honey Vines! Loved the music And the atmosphere! We ordered a bottle of wine with two trays..one cheese And the other meat and cheese..the tray is good size..3 of us shared And had plenty left over..it comes with hummus, celery, pepper rings, and olives and crackers..The reserve is a very relaxing spot.I highly recommend it to everyone!

This has always been my go to spot for a coffee, wine, some books, and relaxation. They use to have snacks that I would enjoy but now I am so happy to see a full menue. Its amazing that they are expanding to a restaurant as well.

Love this place! Its a secret gem in Sarasota. Great selection of wines, and beers on tap. The staff is adorable... I think its a perfect spot to hang out chat with friends and meet interesting people over a bottle of wine. Different happenings weekly

Very interesting little hipster teahouse. They have wine and you can get these cool conference rooms there and they do cool events there. Very college kid vibe.

Rockin.

Very cool place. Staff very friendly. Live music as well. We went to the bar and we will be back to try the restaurant as well. Very good vibes from this place👍👍👍

Great cup 🍵

Excellent food and service.Our server lisa was awesome.

Very quaint and charming. The staff is so friendly and helpful. The rooms are spacious and clean. The location is close to the downtown area. Theres an open mic night event along with tables and a nice setting in the area between the 2 buildings. Its also a nice locals spot, people enjoying the music, having a glass of wine and socializing. A great find, better than a hotel for the price.

Great,cool place..good fries!!

Very charming atmosphere in a great area with friendly staff. I stayed the night in one of the rooms and have no complaints. Good selection of wines at a fair price. Theres coffee, wine, beer and a hard working staff. Will likely stay again. Hipster friendly.

Super cool place, went for lunch and dinner! Burger was awesome as were scallops. Steak was great too except a few too many peppercorns for me.

Quiet peaceful morning 🌄 coffee ☕

Totally underrated place. Cute little houses, cozy coffee shop / bookstore! Really friendly, talkative and helpful staff. Craft beers and wine at the other house where they also host open mic nights. They also have Airbnb. Very locally/regionally minded, supporting other local businesses. Coffee was on point. It feels like a little family here. Really neat and special. More people should know about this place.

The best! It is very seldom that i give rave reviews. This is one of those times. Excellent jazz combo, dynamite scallops with crab and sauteed spinach, delectable ringling salad with poppyseed dressing all accompanied with home made cornbread served in a cast iron baking skillet. We will definitely return.

An institution that everyone needs to visit. Great coffee and beer selection. Needs more books but the ones they have are selected by a true bibliophile. Just an outstanding sample of great literature.

Absolutely love this place. The atmosphere is welcoming, the staff are friendly and they make a hell of a cappuccino. They also serve different wines, beers and assorted cheeses. There is live music, open mic nights, books to read and music to listen to. I would suggest this place to everyone who comes to town.

Everything they claim to be is true. It was a perfect evening getaway. The room was clean and spacious, the wine was delicious, and the atmosphere was very relaxing. I will definitely come back!

1st time there and very pleased. I definitely will visit again. Impressed with cleanliness. Thumbs up to you.

What a gem! The Reserve ticks all the boxes for a relaxing and restorative weekend getaway. We stayed in one of The Reserves well-appointed rental homes (two doors down from the cafe, wine shop, and bookstore), and walked over for breakfast, lunch, coffee breaks, and to browse (and buy) books. Only wished we could have stayed longer to attend one of the live music performances. The Reserve is more than a place to stay or eat or hear music. Its a welcoming gathering place where all are welcome and everyone feels at home. Best part of our visit to Sarasota.

Lovely place.

Go there to listen to live jazz. Nice beers on tap, lots of wines as well. Food options limited but improving.

Such a neat place. Food was good. Staff were friendly.

A quaint establishment with a small coffee shop on one side of brick courtyard and a craft beer (on tap; some singles in a cooler) and wine bar/shop in another building. In each building you are surrounded by books (for sale). Small rooms with comfortable seating and tables give this place a comfortable, homey feel. The staff is attentive and friendly. We love coming here for special events and its a quiet place to get some work done.

Great atmosphere, friendly, helpful staff, live entertainment, good food and beverages. Met the owners...a very lovely couple. Am looking forward to returning. Definitely not your run-of-the-mill coffee/house/bookshop/bar. Truly worth checking out. I attended the open mic. Awesome!

These people are awesome. I only stopped in a coffee but they were so accommodating.

Ask about a Dreamsicle mimosa!!!

Great older feel, very nostalgic even if youve never been there before! The exact comfortable aesthetic you imaging for a bookstore and café! Very homey and incredibly relaxing place to be!!!

Great indoor and outdoor atmosphere with a cozy Coffee/ bookstore to meet friends or just relax along with your book. Outside area is great for live music, entertainers or small gathering. The staff and the owners exceeded my expectations, they were very informational, polite an accommodating

Beyond in love with this place! They have amazing coffee, wine, and craft beers. Everybody is extremely sweet there. When I’m stressing out and need a place to relax. Or a place to work on school work. This is the place to go!

Came here for coffee and good company with friends... Left after 5 min. Paid $4 for a cold latte, poor customer service and complete lack of atmosphere. Would not return. Oh and not sure if anyone actually worked there?? Weird.

Coming here on an open mic night makes me feel like Im in a good friends backyard... a good friend with a stellar wine and beer collection, a bookstore, a coffee house, and a bed and breakfast! No pretension, come as you are, and enjoy. You never know- a singalong might bust out around the piano, or youll discover a talented local guitar player. Have a beer, read a book... The Reserve is an eclectic venue that is multi-faceted and very inviting.

GF PB cookies are amazing! Quaint little spot, a treasure even amongst chains.

A very unique destination, read, wine, hang with your friends 💜 or yourself!Friendly owners who aim to please. Books for sale, wine for purchase, glass or bottle. Numerous comfy cordial rooms surrounding a courtyard that sometimes has musical entertainment.This is a place to be watched on the developing N. trail.

Otherworldly tea blends. Great drinks!Wonderful staff. Amazing book collection. Open Mics with cool people. What more could you ask for?

A very welcoming and friendly staff, made me feel comfortable. I attended a fiction and storytelling evening, very well presented. The beer was delicious!

Great little gem here. Local brews (both coffee and beer) and great vibe. The staff makes you feel at home whether youre a local or if youre just passing through.

Cute spot and ambiance but zero vegan options. I had to leave an event and eat at whole foods.

This a true gem of Sarasota! A combination of comfort of home and charm of a modern bookstore.If you are looking for a relaxed ambiance to get some delicious coffee or wine (maybe even kombucha), look no further than this unique establishment. Oh, and the owners (Kim and Jessica) are very passionate about their business, and super nice!They also have live music events!!!

This is an amazing place. Great music and wine. Could of hung out all night.

Great atmosphere for work solo or for meetings. Excellent espresso and espresso drinks. They have wine and beer and a small but very good pastry selection.

Great Locals spot, quiet & casual, nice to sit outside especially this time of year to sip on a beverage & talk with other patrons.

Stopped in for lunch today. The most beautiful and delicious crepes I’ve ever eaten.

Some of the best coffee I have had in a while. Great place for meetups and conversations as well as studying. Excellent service and a very bookstore/coffee shop aesthetic.

Love this place!

Very personal, friendly atmosphere, great alcohol offerings and excellent reading selections. A wonderful place for meetings or just relaxing for the afternoon!

Love going here to get a good cup of coffee and play board games

Great study spot, date location, and event venue.Spaces for multiple clubs to gather in truly unique buildings.Alcohol, food and coffee available and the staff are a delight. 5/5

Cozy, comfortable, welcoming atmosphere. Local, neighborhood feel with a good selection of wines and often outdoor/indoor live music to accompany them!! They also offer assorted coffees, teas and homebaked treats!!

We really enjoyed The Reserve! Coffee was great and the staff was super friendly. Didn’t have time to enjoy the bookstore but definitely is worth it to stop in.

I attended a baby shower here. It was quiet and intimate. Id love to go back for some tea!

Great place for a coffee but they also have live performances a nice selection of wine and beers. The owners Kim and Jesse are usually on site and are warm and will make you feel welcome.