Bradenton Beach

Joe’s Eats and Sweets is a great place to pick up ice cream after a day at the beach or after dinner. The homemade ice cream, offered in a variety of flavors, is absolutely delicious! Other items sold include freshly ground coffee, herbal teas, hot dogs, chili dogs, milk shakes, candy, soft drinks and cookies. In addition to homemade fudge and several sucrose-free ice cream flavors. Joe’s Eats and Sweets located in a… Continue Reading Joe’s Eats and Sweets

Located in Bradenton Beach, the Bridge Tender Inn & Dockside Bar features fresh local and imported seafood, steaks, ribs, pastas and more, along with great appetizers, sandwiches and munchies. The Anna Maria Island waterfront restaurant is divided into three areas: the dining room inside, the patio/bar and the dockside bar. The full lunch and dinner menus are available in all areas with the patio and dockside bar also offering lighter fare.… Continue Reading Bridge Tender Inn & Dockside Bar

Owned and operated by the Mannino family since 1982, they brought a little bit of Italy to the Island from their origins in Sicily. Famous around the island for its handmade pizzas, they also serve other Italian favorites such as Ziti, Spaghetti, Stromboli  Calzones, and Chicken Parmesan.  There is a small inside eating area and outside patio area. Deliver services or takeout available. 201 Gulf Drive, Bradenton Beach, FL 34217 941-778-0771 Hours:… Continue Reading Oma’s Pizza and Italian Restaurant

Located at the Tortuga Beach Resort on Anna Maria Island, Le Petit Café offers delicious food with a French flair available for take-out and catering. Operated by the chefs at the acclaimed Island Creperie on Bridge Street in Bradenton  Beach, they provide a variety of food from breakfast crepes, paninis, salads, desserts, and classic cuisine bourgeoise dinner entrees. Visit: 1325 Gulf Drive North, Bradenton Beach, Florida 34217 Contact: 941-778-6611 Connect:… Continue Reading Le Petit Café

Located in Bradenton Beach, the Bridge Street Bistro offers spectacular views of the beach and the Gulf of Mexico. The atmosphere is relaxed yet refined and the attire is resort casual. Dine al fresco on the third floor terrace and enjoy the amazing Anna Maria Island sunsets while relaxing with tropical breezes and sounds of the surf. Enjoy expertly prepared cuisine at reasonable prices. Chef Keith Daum delivers his most… Continue Reading Bridge Street Bistro

Named one of the best breakfasts in Florida by Southern Living Magazine, Gulf Drive Café & Tiki is a tropical family-friendly eatery located on a white sand beach on the beautiful Gulf of Mexico in Bradenton Beach,  just a few blocks north of Cortez Bridge. Dine on fresh Florida seafood or enjoy Sunday breakfast in a comfortable beach atmosphere in the dining room or outside on the covered porch. Both offer… Continue Reading Gulf Drive Café & Tiki

Best known for its atmosphere, Drift In is the coolest little dive bar on Anna Maria Island. Located on the south end of the island, Drift-In AMI is definitely a place to meet and mingle with the locals and get a taste of island culture. You must be 21 years of age or older to enter. No food and no smoking are allowed inside, but large drinks are served! Meals… Continue Reading Drift-In AMI

The Island Creperie is a French cuisine restaurant located in Bradenton Beach, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. With its romantic and elegant atmosphere its like a little piece of France on Anna Maria Island. The restaurant specializes in crepes, both for breakfast and dessert. Even if you go somewhere else for dinner, stop at Island Creperie for a delicious crepe for dessert! Open 8:30 am to 2:00 p.m. for breakfast… Continue Reading Island Creperie

The BeacHhouse Restaurant is located on the south end of Anna Maria Island, just west of the quaint Cortez fishing village in Bradenton Beach. Perfect for families, the BeacHhouse has plenty of room for kids to play on the beach while the adults enjoy the sunset, a tropical drink and fresh Florida seafood. Both locals and tourists alike enjoy the waterfront fine dining, “Florida-style” from the inside dining room or… Continue Reading BeacHhouse Restaurant

The Blue Marlin is dedicated to serving only the freshest, local seafood & hearty fare. Our commitment is to bring you the best product the Gulf Coast has to offer. Located in an original 1920’s cottage on historic Bridge Street in Bradenton Beach where the first bridge to Anna Maria Island was located. Nautical ship-lamps provide cozy lighting at our intimate beer and wine bar. The courtyard, “The Trap Yard”, offers… Continue Reading Blue Marlin AMI