Ranked as the No. 1 Beach in the United States and the 11th best beach in the world by TripAdvisor’s Traveler’s Choice Awards in 2020, the award-winning Siesta Beach is a fan-favorite tourist destination for visitors, vacationers and locals alike. Siesta Beach includes two food service locations, the Sun Deck and the Sand Pavilion, and a retail store that offers beach equipment rentals, apparel, accessories and grab-and-go food and beverage items.
Sun Deck pairs breathtaking views of Siesta Beach with a Chef-inspired casual menu featuring delicious items like fresh fish, grilled shrimp and blackened chicken tacos. An expanded beverage menu will be offered that includes frozen, refreshing sippers like Pina Coladas and locally brewed craft beer to complement the perfect beach day for travelers and locals alike.
Sand Pavilion will serve made-to-order, high-quality menu items and soft-serve ice cream for guests of all ages. It also houses an expansive retail program, which will provide visitors with everything they need for a trip to America’s No. 1 beach.
THE HISTORY OF SIESTA KEY
Siesta Key was formed out of sands from the Appalachian Mountain. Before becoming a beloved tourist destination, it was a quiet island used primarily for fishing and farming. The Tocobaga and Calusa Native American tribes originally inhabited the area. European settlers arrived in 1846 when Captain Louis Roberts built his home on the island.
Today, Siesta Key maintains its charm and natural beauty, blending a strong sense of community with diverse attractions, shops, and dining options. Renowned for its award-winning beaches, the island invites visitors to enjoy its unique mix of tranquility, culture, and local flavors.