Michelle’s Brown Bag Cafe

Michelle's Brown Bag Cafe on South Orange Ave puts a fresh spin on lunch, with made-to-order sandwiches, homemade sides, and charcuterie boards that go way beyond typical takeout. It's a popular daytime spot in downtown Sarasota, but heads up — drinks, a sandwich, chips, and a cookie can run you close to $20, so budget accordingly. If you're feeding a group, they do catering platters that are worth checking out.