Restaurant #25 - in Holmes Beach

A local and visitor favorite, this restaurant is right on the beach.

Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe

4000 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, FL
(941) 778-0784
www.amibeachcafe.com


This is a great place to watch the sunset or even the sunrise. Order a breakfast, lunch or dinner at the counter and sit down and enjoy the beautiful views, a Drum Circle and regular entertainment. Indoor and outdoor seating is available.

Wine, beer and some specialty drinks are served from the tiki bar. Also has a nice little gift shop. Come visit from the beach or from the trolley. 



Happy Hour - none
Hours: Daily 7:30am - sunset


(Next: the Bearded Clam in Sarasota)

Restaurant # 24 - in Nokomis

This restaurant is a visitor and local favorite with views of the waterways in Nokomis.

Waterfrontoo Grill & Steakhouse

2205 N Tamiami Trl 

Nokomis, FL

(941) 918-4591

waterfrontoo.com/waterfrontoohome.html

Partnered with the Waterfront Restaurant in
Sarasota, this restaurant has lovely
views of the inner channels and
boats in Nokomis. The decor inside is
very tastefully done. A hidden gem.
The menu is a traditional family
steakhouse with a Greek flavor.
Outside dining is on a back open
air patio looking out at some great water
views.

Happy Hour: Daily 4pm-5:30pm
sunset special

Hours: T-Th & Su 4pm-9pm, F-Sa 4pm-10pm



(Next: Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe in Holmes Beach)

Restaurant #23 - in Anna Maria City

This is a very popular restaurant located almost at the north point of Anna Maria Island. 

The Sandbar Seafood & Spirits

100 Spring Avenue

Anna Maria, FL

(941) 778-0444

www.sandbar.groupersandwich.com

This restaurant is directly on the beach - practically in the sand. Many folks come from the beach to sit and have a drink or some food so the dress is varied from swimwear to casual clothing. It is always breezy, and there are many misting fans to cool off the area. 
This is another choice location for weddings. There is a nice remodeled dining area andgift shop. 

Serves lunch and dinner, small bites at the bar and a Sunday jazz brunch.

Happy Hour: none

Hours: Su-Th 11:30am-9pm, 

F-Sa11:30am-10pm


(Next: Waterfrontoo Restaurant in Nokomis)

Restaurant #22 in Osprey

The Bimini is a very nice looking restaurant overlooking the waterways of Casey Key.

Bimini Bar & Grill

576 Blackburn Point Rd.
Osprey FL
(941) 966-4816 
www.biminibarandgrill.com


Bimini Bar & Grill is a newer restaurant that is overlooking the intracoastal waters of Casey Key. It has a nice bar area downstairs with outdoor dining for happy hours and a large dining room upstairs with beautiful views.

Take-out is available. Serving lunch and dinner.

Downstairs Bar Area

Happy Hour: Daily 4pm-7pm at bar

Hours: T-Su 11am-9pm




(Next: Sandbar Seafood Restaurant in Anna Maria)

Upstairs Dining Area

Restaurant #21 on Longboat Key

Located at the north tip of Longboat Key, this restaurant is a favorite for many.

Moore's Stone Crab

800 Broadway Street Longboat Key, FL

(941) 383-1748

www.stonecrab.cc

Moore’s  Stone Crab was a pleasant surprise. There is a wrap-around porch with seating overlooking the waters toward Jewfish Key. Great views everywhere you look. Lots of bird activity and hermit crabs in the water as a well small fishing pier adjacent to the restaurant for fisherman. What more can one want? 

Serves lunch and dinner.

Happy Hour: Daily 4pm-6pm

Hours: Daily 11:30am-9:30pm

(Next: Bimini Bar & Grill in Osprey)

Restaurant # 20 on beautiful Longboat Key

It has been quite a while since I posted a new restaurant! This next one is on the Sarasota County side of Longboat Key. It is one of the only ones included that are part of a chain but its' unique setting makes it impossible not to include it!

The Chart House

201 Gulf of Mexico Dr  

Longboat Key, FL 

(941) 383-5593 

www.thechart-house.com

A beautiful lounge with couches and easy chairs make this restaurant as comfortable as having a happy hour in your living room. The view is spectacular from the many windows, especially when catching a sunset.  One can walk along the back looking over the mangroves and the bay for a special treat. Fisherman in the bay complete this picture. 
Serving dinner only and bar bites.

Happy Hour: Daily 4:30pm-6:30pm in bar/lounge

Hours: Su-Th 4:30pm-9pm, F-Sa 4:30pm-10pm 

#19 Restaurant in downtown Bradenton

The Riverwalk in Bradenton has become a wonderful location for many restaurants. 

Pier 22
1200 1st Avenue West
Bradenton, FL. 
(941) 748-8087 
www.pier22dining.com

This is an historical building, dating back to 1878. There are beautiful views of the Manatee River along the bridge. The riverwalk is nearby. Nice patio area to sit and view the birds and boats.  Sophisticated but casual dining with ballrooms available. Serving lunch, dinner and small bites. A Sunday brunch is off ered.

Happy Hour: Daily 3pm-7pm 

Hours: M-Th 11:30am-10pm, F-Sa 11:30am-11pm, Su 11am-10pm

(Next: The Charthouse in Longboat Key)