The Oldest Bait Shop in Sarasota!

Established in 1934, Doc Werlin’s Place at Hart's Landing is the oldest bait shop in Sarasota.

A local gem and a must-see historical landmark that is accessible by car or boat.

Live - Bait - Frozen - Bait - Beer - Wine - Ice - Snacks - Food

Don’t miss out on our fishing charters, pole rentals, sightseeing tours, or kayak rentals!

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Captain Rudy killed it this weekend! #fishinginsarasota #thingstodoinsarasota @capt_rudy
Happy Mother's Day to all of our wonderful mothers!
We tried to wait it out!
The crew and Kettle of Fish are having fun waiting out the rain. @kettleoffishrocks
Jake (the little boy) caught this beast today with @pelagiccolor! #fishingsarasota #fishinglife #sarasotaflorida🌴☀️
Our team is ready to serve you this Mother's Day weekend! We got Kettle of Fish playing at 7 pm. We have live shrimp and crabs! #livemusicsarasota #fishingsarasota #thingstodoinsarasota
"5 dozen handpicks plz. No, I don't think I'll need a bubbler...🙃"
Mary Helen and Tracy are having a blast this morning with matching shirts. Come on down and see them open til 10 tonight. #thingstodoinsarasota
Molly won dock dog of the month for May! This girl has been through it all, hit by a truck and bitten by an alligator. She is truly Florida strong!