July Newsletter

Celebrate July at Arts & Central with our Summer Dinner Series, featuring fresh seasonal specials, the new Build Your Own Burger, and rotating chef-inspired menus all month long. Kick off the holiday with our July 4th celebration, including all-day Happy Hour at the bar, BBQ favorites, and special offers for first responders.

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Arts & Central
July 01, 2026

Let’s Catch Up!

July at Arts & Central is full of seasonal flavors, refreshing pours, and exciting events!

Don't miss our Fourth of July food and Happy Hour specials, plus our Summer Series is still going strong. Be sure to stop in and try our new Build Your Own Burger, now officially on the menu.

Join us on July 12 at 3 PM for an artist reception featuring Maggie Davenport and her newest collection on display.

From delicious food and handcrafted drinks to live music all month long, there's always something happening at Arts & Central. We can't wait to see you!

July 4th Specials!

Celebrate July 4th at Arts & Central! 🇺🇸 We're open until 8 PM with Happy Hour available all day at the bar. As a thank you to those who serve our community, first responders eat free with a valid badge and ID. Plus, enjoy our special BBQ menu featuring chili dogs, smoked ribs, and BBQ platter specials—the perfect way to celebrate the holiday!

Build Your Burger Your Way!

Our Build Your Own Burger is made for customization from the very first bite. Starting at only $18: Two juicy patties, fresh lettuce, tomato, and your choice of sauce, then pile on your favorite toppings to create a burger that's uniquely yours. See our list of endless toppings below!

Summer Nights, Set the Table!

Keep the summer going with our Dinner Summer Series!

Celebrate the season with fresh, chef-curated specials every day of the week. From fresh seafood and smoky BBQ to crowd-favorite Taco Tuesdays, there's something new to enjoy each visit. Pair your meal with some of the best local drink specials in downtown Sarasota and make Arts & Central your go-to summer dining destination! See our weekly specials below!

Private dining, designed around you!

Whether you're celebrating a birthday, hosting a bridal or baby shower, planning a corporate gathering, rehearsal dinner, or simply bringing friends and family together, our flexible event packages are tailored to fit your vision. From intimate celebrations to full-restaurant buyouts, we'll create a space that feels effortless, welcoming, and uniquely yours.

Contact [email protected] or (941) 306-2356 to learn more!

July Artist Event | Join us on Saturday, July 12th at 3 PM for an artist reception featuring Maggie Davenport.

Explore her latest collection showcased throughout the restaurant and woven into the dining experience, where every meal is surrounded by local art. Sip, savor, and spend the afternoon celebrating creativity in an atmosphere inspired by Sarasota's vibrant arts community.

Maggie Davenport is a Sarasota-based artist, intuitive arts facilitator, and creative coach. Her work and practice focus on creative exploration, play, and process over perfection. She helps both artists and non-artists tap into creative intuition, get unstuck, and engage more freely with the act of creating.

What’s Happening in July

BOGO Mimosas: Sundays, 10 AM–4 PM—enjoy two mimosas for the price of one alongside our brunch menu, made for lingering a little longer.

Bites & Bottles: Unwind every Tuesday night—enjoy a complimentary $40 bottle of wine with the purchase of a $30 entrée or more, or apply the $40 credit toward a higher-value selection.

Sip & Savor Thursdays: Unwind every Thursday with half-price select wines by the glass, perfectly paired with our thoughtfully crafted cuisine.

Happy Hour: Every day from 2–6 PM, join us in the bar & lounge for Happy Hour—featuring $10 craft cocktails, $7 wine, select beers, and a menu of perfectly paired bites.

Sips & Sliders: Weekends are for sliders. Join us every Saturday from 11 AM–4 PM and enjoy your choice of a slider and a drink for $18—easy, satisfying, and your new go-to lunch plan.