Libby's Cafe + Bar, 1917 S Osprey Ave., Sarasota, 941-487-7300.

Sunday Brunch at Libby’s is a local favorite in Sarasota if only because of a make-your-own Bloody Mary bar that includes such scintillating add-ons as little chunks of Nueskes bacon, a variety of pickled vegetables, and all manner of hot sauce. You can dine al fresco in the Sunday sunlight, sit in the airy dining room, or tuck yourself (and your hangover) away in a nice cool corner of the bar. I’ve really enjoyed the menu additions of late that include fun gluten-free options like Chicken Meatballs and vegetarian options such as the Ancient Grains Burger with grilled blackened pineapple, sliced avocado, rocket greens, sriracha aioli and salt'n'peppa fries. My favorite newcomer to the Brunch menu party is the Heirloom Carrot Wellington with a buttery flaky crust, supergreens, two perfectly poached eggs and truffle butter. There is no better complement to a fully loaded Bloody Mary than an Heirloom Carrot Wellington. Of course, I haven’t yet tried the Hangtown Fry or the Cinnamon Dim Sum Buns; I’ll keep you posted.

Libby's Cafe + Bar, 1917 S Osprey Ave., Sarasota, 941-487-7300.