Some restaurants come and go. Others become part of the fabric of a community.
For more than two decades, Clayton’s Siesta Grille has been one of those special places on Siesta Key — a restaurant locals recommend to visiting friends, seasonal residents return to year after year, and longtime customers consider part of their own Sarasota history.
Located at 1256 Old Stickney Point Road, Clayton’s was founded by Clayton and Diane Thompson in 2004. Over the years, the restaurant built an enviable reputation for combining excellent food, personal service and an atmosphere that somehow manages to feel both upscale and comfortable…