Sarasota Kennel Club

The Sarasota Kennel Club offers dog racing fans a place to be on the races. It has been holding races since 1929 and has been operated by the same family since 1944. Jerry Collins is the owners of the track and was also a member of the state legislature, a policeman and a motorcycle stuntman. He also owned several circuses, sold cars and participated in many business adventures. The track features two restaurants for patrons including the Miss Whirl Clubhouse and the Hungry Hound Café. The Miss Whirl offers a menu filled with contemporary and traditional cuisine. There are television monitors to see the races, as well as direct views of the track. The Hungry Hound Café is on the second floor of the track's poker room and offers casual dining for everyone. The menu includes sandwiches, grill items and beverages. The track is home to the One-Eyed Jack Poker Room. This state-of-the-art facility is located on the second floor of the club and offers cash games and tournaments everyday. Patrons of the poker room enjoy 32 tables, several Plasma televisions, table massages, a smoke-free environment, access to the café, tableside beverage service and walk-about tellers. Private meetings and events can be held at the Kennel Club if arranged in advance.