What a beautiful beach! We drove all the way to Bean Point Beach and stopped in here on the way back home, what a nice surprise! They have a nice little playground for the kids and have a few volleyball courts set up, which are close to the showers and enclosed changing stations. The sand is perfect and doesn't contain all the shells like Lido Beach does. We were very impressed!

A great place for a fun beach day. There's tons of beach space, even some under trees for maximum shade. That area also has picnic tables and grills. The parking fills up pretty fast so you should arrive no later than 10 for a good spot. The water was clean and clear and the sand was nice and white with some spots filled with shells.

Wonderful beach, water incredibly clear and warm, sugar white sand, showers and changing rooms for visitors. There are no public restrooms but instead they set 3 or 4 porta potties near the parking lot. Gross… The restaurant at the Beach is handy if you don’t want to leave the area for lunch, but the food wasn’t good. Our Philly steaks came burned and the fries soggy. The playground is adorable and has lots of swings for the little ones. They also have volleyball nets. The natural beauty of the area is worth the visit.

WORTH THE DRIVE! Our favorite Florida beach! Better than anywhere along St. Pete or Clearwater. We swam for two hours and had lunch at the cafe. We had beef & chicken tacos, burgers, and the fish & chips and loved it all.

A little crowded but super clean in comparison. Soft sands and good energy. We spent a few hours there and had a lot of fun!

One of the best beaches in the region, with very close restrooms, changing rooms, wide parking and restaurant. The sand and the water are perfect.

Great little beer hut! Not siesta key that I am use too, but friendly people and clean beach. Bathrooms, drinks and food is all assessible.

The ambiance, food and drinks were absolutely amazing! Maddy our server was on point with all recommendations made from drinks to the food! She was warm and friendly! Watching the sunset was just breathtaking!

Fun & casual place to eat or drink and have a wonderful beach view. Pet friendly as I brought Lucy & Ethel in their stroller. Building looks like a large tiki hut, open air. Lots of TVs to watch any game. Very friendly staff. Nice beer options.

The views and drinks are AMAZING!!! The food is just okay... I ordered the chorizo egg meal, it was mid... The Miami Vice was sooo good!!! I used to order a seafood omelet tea and I didn't see it on the menu..

The atmosphere was just awesome, and Mike, our server, made everything feel so homey. After the updates to the location, the whole place feels even more warm and inviting.

Awesome place !! The view was beautiful!! Right on the ocean!! Fabulous food , service was great !! Great server !! We will be back again!!

very disappointing. It’s hard to ruin breakfast on the beach on a beautiful day but Gulf Drive Cafe managed to succeed in that task. Allow me to start by saying that they don’t offer water at a restaurant on the beach without having to pay? diabolical. I got a cup of ice instead of being charged for another drink and she still tried to charge me for water on my bill. in addition to that, their food was extremely over priced. Which for a touristy area, that is understandable. However with those prices it should at least be good food. In our party of 12, only one person was satisfied with the taste of their food and she got a salad so i shouldn’t go this whole review without applauding them for putting lettuce in a bowl. My biscuit was raw on the inside (which was also recommended as one of the better side options by the staff member). My friend ordered pancakes and even after multiple requests (and 30 minutes) she didn’t bring syrup so she ate her pancake dry and then was given syrup when she finished her whole meal (this was also after a very long wait for all of our coffee and food). I can give two stars for the location and atmosphere but there are plenty of other better options you can go to on the water!

The crab cakes are awesome. Cailyn was awesome and attentive. I loved being able to enjoy the beach and the gulf without actually having to venture out onto sand at any point.

Come for the views and drinks — but skip the food. I’ve visited a few times now, and unfortunately, the food has consistently been a letdown. On this visit, my shrimp bowl arrived cold and lacked flavor. Several others in our party ordered various fish dishes, and most were barely touched — overcooked, dry, and underwhelming overall. On the plus side, our server was friendly and attentive, and the drinks were solid. The standout was the appetizer: the ahi tuna nachos. They were fresh, flavorful, and easily the highlight of the meal. If you're stopping by for the atmosphere and cocktails, you’ll enjoy yourself — just don’t set high expectations for the food.

The Beach House has come back better than ever after Milton. There are no visible scars left from the hurricane. We celebrated my husband’s birthday there recently and it was perfect. We had a front row view of the beach and Gulf and the sunset, ate with our toes in the sand and had a great server, Cam, who was very good with menu suggestions. We started with a couple nice drinks. I had the Paloma and my husband had an Old Fashion. We split a bowl of clam chowder which was very good. My husband had the Lobster Ravioli and I had the Mahi special which was coated with a coconut crust similar to coconut shrimp. Mine was very good but my husband’s Ravioli won the taste contest. Wow! We even got a full-size free dessert. My husband picked the Key Lime Pie and it was delicious. As I said earlier, it was perfect. The Beach House remains as one of our favorite beach-front restaurants to go to.

Great lunch! Great service. We can’t resist grouper so that’s what we ordered but there are a lot of other things we’d like to try. Sat on the beach but might sit on the deck where there are still a few fans if there’s no breeze next time.

The views, drinks, food and vibes were all on point. If you are looking for a lunch that hits all of these this is it! Will absolutely come back and the fish and chips was delicious. Service was great and so were our cocktails. Amazing ocean front outdoor dining.

We ate here late afternoon and sat on the outdoor patio. It was quite quiet so we had our pick of tables. Initially we looked at the menu and thought the prices seemed a little expensive. But when the food came we realized that the portions were very substantial and the food was great quality and very tasty. You get what you pay for! I had the blackened grouper tacos and my friend the garden salad with salmon. Great for beachfront dining! Use the valet. Parking is expensive if you don’t!

My wife and I went to dinner here last night, and it was top-notch. We are staying in Anna Maria to celebrate our honeymoon and had the best time! They even brought out our dessert with a special message!

I would give this 10 Stars if I could! Everyone at our table said their meal was some of the best they've ever had. We have the shrimp platter, crab cakes, fish and chips, and chicken Florentine and they were superb. Even the kids chicken fingers were tender and grape flavor. Plus you can't beat the view! We will absolutely be back again

It is said that the east coast of Florida sees the sunrise and the west coast of the sunset. It’s really beautiful. Although there are some clouds today. The sand here is very thick, and the shells are broken a lot. The parking fee is ten dollars per hour. It‘s quite expensive.

Tony and I shared our "Last Day" at the Beach at Cortez Beach on Anna Maria Island. The waves were very high today and strong. Much stronger than rest of week! The sand was wet like "Sand Castle making" feel to it! The water was clear but there was a lot of seaweed rolling in! We had a nice 2.5 hrs Going to miss this area but we Def have a new place to venture too! Cortez has lifeguards no drinking no pets no smoking rules it also hasno bathrooms no showers or changing rooms! But it does have free parking! Lots of shells!

Cortez Beach is absolutely beautiful—clean, peaceful, and a great spot to enjoy the ocean. The water and sand were gorgeous, and the overall atmosphere made for a relaxing day. The only downside was the parking, which was a bit expensive. Other than that, it’s a wonderful beach to visit and worth the trip!

Nice beach the piers are great for fishing while the kids are in the water it's not as crowded as Coquina you do have to go further down for showeres or bathrooms but you won't get stuck in traffic as bad park is ok depending on the day but most of the time I go it's not crowded

Beautiful water!! Beach is small. Nice piers, for fishing off, or jumping. Barnacles and other sea life live underneath. Tiny sea snails, pencil fish, and crabs!’ You can catch so many. I had a great experience at this beach. We had to drive down to another to use showers and restrooms though.

My family's favorite beach: a peaceful and tranquil place, with a beautiful alley of pine trees planted along the shore providing shade on hot days. Convenient parking and accessible spots for rinsing your feet before getting into the car

Beautiful waters and not over crowded!!

Started with a house margarita-well done, although a bit small :). Took about 45 minutes to get a table (inside), so we hung out at the (small) bar. When seated, we had a great waiter. Fast, very fast service for our food - literally just minutes after ordering! The menu is great, the food was hot and good! Well worth a visit if you are in the mood for Mexican!

Free chips and salsa, as is standard with many Mexican restaurants. Cowboy Brisket Bowl was good and hearty. Cheese quesadilla was typical, but good. Food came out super fast. Service was very good. Inside seating was a bit noisy. Outside seating is available, though near the road. It appeared that there was to be entertainment setting up when we left. All in all we would go back on a future visit. We did not order any drinks. I couldn't tell wether or not if they have any NA beers. We could have inquired but didn't need any on this visit.

Who doesn’t love a great Mexican restaurant! I always try something new. Every item is delicious and worth trying. The chips and salsa are my favorite. The Service above and beyond and well the view is the only pictures I take. These videos are from separate visits! I love to frequent for obvious reasons. ✌🏼❤️🌊☀️

It is about what you expect from almost every baseline-mediocre Mexican restaurant throughout the U.S. The food was average. The waitress checked on us twice (once being the delivery of the food) in over an hour. Parking is limited as well as the interior seating. The food prices were high. The highlight of the experience was the breeze from the ocean. I don't recommend this spot.

Food was good. Server behind the bar was rude, not welcoming and seemed agravated. We ate outside and left quick. It wasnt that busy and we got a seemed put out of her way vibe. Tacos were tasty and fresh, salsa and quac. excellent.Outdoor seating was the norm, nothing real fansy. Could have used a little bit of decorating. The price was high for apps.

Went for a date. I pass this place all the time. This is not just a bar - great food! And nearly beachfront with the view! Love music we sat outdoors. Doubled the grouper tacos. And quesso is sooooo good! And you can judge a place by the chips and salsa. Everything finished !

Absolutely Amazing Experience! I absolutely love this place! The ambiance is perfect, sitting outside with a view of the ocean, watching people ride by on bicycles, walking with their beach gear, laughing and chatting. You can choose to sit under a shady umbrella or bask in the sun. The food is always fresh and delicious, no matter if I’m enjoying breakfast or dinner. It never takes long to arrive, and the quality is consistently top-notch. The service is fantastic: I’ve never had to wait, and the staff make you feel like family. It’s so refreshing to visit a place where guests are treated like friends. Can’t wait to come back!

3 of us came here to grab a light lunch on the beach. They have a really nice setup with alot of tables under a pavilion and umbrellas to give you nice shade. We ordered just a bunch of appetizers to eat. The coconut shrimp, grouper bites, chips and dip, and calamari. I have to say all was cooked excellent and really nice sized portions. You could tell the seafood was fresh and I highly recommend the grouper bites. The service was fast and enjoyable. After you can walk some of the most beautiful beaches in the gulf or check out Anna Marie Island. They do have a giant selection of specialty drinks and beers as well

My sister and I have been going here for years.And the quality of the food has gone downhill. All 3 of us ordered the beer, battered fish and chips it is not beer battered it came with a flour slurry. they came looking like some fish fingers off of a child's menu.The fish was overcooked like eating jerky and so greasy i had to use all the napkins to sop up the greese. None of our dishes came on the same shape of plate, nor did they come with the same portion sizes. You cannot get a glass of water which I believe is illegal in florida. Legally they have to give you a glass of water however at this restaurant they make you pay for a cheap walmart brand bottle of water the same price as you would a soda. Now I have to say our server was Great He did go ask as many questions as were needed and when we needed the manager, he did actually go get the manager. I gave service, only three stars because the manager did not stand up to a level above that. The manager came to the table and apologized for the fish and said once he saw it, come back, they switched the fish for the weekend. They did send out 1 plate of the better fish however it was after waiting a good 45min. The manager said he would send a desert to make up for it. I'm sorry, sir.I have been in the service industry for many years and a dessert does not make up for somebody's dinner. This restaurant has been removed from our list of places to eat. Yes, they have a great view to watch the sunset and have dinner.But folks, there are a lot of places on the island you can see the same sunset from a place that serves good food, gives you water and cares to actually take care of somebody's meal properly rather than offering a dessert to make up for it. In the picture you can see the top piece is the first fish stick the bottom it the new fish sent out

We went with friends, and I can tell you that the food was absolutely delicious and the atmosphere was phenomenal. The waitress who served us was always attentive to our needs. If you want a place near the sea to eat and also enjoy a sunset, I definitely recommend it.

Nice location right on the beach, but I should have listened to the other reviews. Plus it being pretty much empty on a Friday night should have told me that maybe it’s not the best restaurant. This is a photo of my $25 fish and chip meal. It looks more like a kids meal. Each can of soda was $4. The only water they have is bottled water for $2 a bottle. For five people after 20% tip, our bill was $160 that included one kids meal, two fish and chips, one burger, and one chicken sandwich. I don’t have a problem paying money for a good meal, but the food was definitely not worth the price. When I arrived, I let the hostess know it would be five people and asked for a kids menu. With attitude she snapped back that ‘kids menus are for 12 and under’. As my 12-year-old stood right next to me. Our waitress was extremely nice. That is the only thing we got lucky with at this restaurant. You also cannot split a tab. I would never recommend this restaurant.

I got the chicken sandwich and fries. But way to expensive!! Lower the price and it would be way better! Lemonade is ok. I think the view is the best part of it. Wasn't crowded didn't have to wait. They also have one single stall for the bathroom. I just had to wash my hands. Maybe u guys can make just a separate sink for that?

Stopped to have a bite to eat and had a salad which was very delicious with apples, candied walnuts, chicken, etc. Very good. Right at the beach, that's why the salad was 22 bucks... Attentive and friendly service. Easy parking too. Highly recommended.

The facilities, views, and service are excellent. The food and cocktails are delicious, though the prices are a bit on the higher side. Still, the overall experience is absolutely worth it—live music, the beach, the sea. I love this place, and we’ll definitely come back whenever we can.

So far so good. Seems to be good beach fare. Posted current prices on menu. The cups they sell at the bar are a good deal if you plan to come back for a few days. The AYCE pancakes are popular. I enjoyed them.

Ate here for the first time today for breakfast. Short walk on the beach from our air bnb. Had the 2 eggs, wheat toast, home fried potatoes and bacon and the gravy w/ biscuits and 2 eggs. Biscuits and gravy were good but the eggs, bacon, & potatoes was great! Coffee was ok..soda good..Nice to be able to eat directly on the beach. They offer ayce pancakes for 7.99! Would return. definitely return.

If you’re at this beach, this is great! Good food, reasonably priced and fast. The fries were not super great. Burger was really good for $9.00. They have a bar and ice cream! So convenience is upmost. I’d recommend this place because it’s fun, decent and you don’t need to get in the car, lose your spot, sweat, etc. It’s surprisingly good.

Just a sensational spot. We came for breakfast, we came for drinks. We enjoyed the sun and the shade, the short walk to the Gulf waters, the playful service, the evening ambience and the spectacular sunsets. Pack me a suitcase, I can't wait to go back

Several vendors on the beach. Typical beach food and drinks selection. Kids playground on Holmes, Manatee Beach access area. The picnic area has picnic benches and grills and shaded for the most part. Very clean and free of garbage as the cleaning crew on the beach is phenomenal.

Breakfast was very good, menu had a lot of options. We had some go for the "all you can eat" pancakes 🥞 that comes with sausage patties the first go round, biscuits and gravy with bacon, waffle with strawberries and whipped cream and even French toast... there were no complaints for any of it, everyone left with full bellies! Food came out quickly as well! Will be going back again during our stay!

I’ve been to the beach café three times since I’ve been here for the week and it was great. I loved having close access to bathrooms from the beach. Great service. The chair and umbrella guy brings your stuff to your spot and sets it up for you. I wasn’t impressed with the food besides the fish and chips, which are pollock, and the all you can eat pancakes. Very tasty. I also had a delicious mimosa and “lava flow” beverage made with rum. And came with a refillable cup at a discounted price.

I loved it! Very clean, very good atmosphere, and the service was great! We had a margarita pizza and a plain cheese! It was delicious too. I also had a lemonade. I highly recommend!! 🤍

This is a great local restaurant down to Mid-town in Anna Maria Island. We ordered pizza( newyork style) , alfredo fettuccine, and salads. The cheese on pasta was fresh. The pizza was decent. The best of all was Minestrone soup. The veggies, beans, and pasta in the soup were delicious. Would definitely visit when we are in town next.

What a great dining experience! Kendy was our server and she was on top of it. Prices are in line with the portion size. We have lots of leftovers! Restaurant was nice and quiet. Friendly staff. We will definitely be back.

After a 9 hour drive to AMI, we decided first nights dinner would be pizza. We called our order in, picked it up, and thoroughly enjoyed the white pizza, a cheese pizza, and a caprese salad. Delicious!

Oma's will always be a staple on our visits to the island. Their Calzone is delicious and easily feeds 3 people. I will say, read the menu thoroughly as the antipasta salad was not what we expected BUT that was our fault, not theirs.

Sad to say, it’s taken us this long to visit this Bradenton Beach landmark. Kind of a dreary Saturday night weather wise but that didn’t stop this place from being packed. The staff was friendly and efficient and got us right in to be seated. Pizza toppings were fresh, the pie was hot and flavorful. It’s was outstanding. While we scored with a great spot, the parking situation is a little limiting. Having said that, persevere if you can’t find a spot and walk a little if you have to; their pizza is worth it. If you are visiting on vacation, make sure this place makes it on the list to eat at.

We split an order of Lasagna and a Calzone which were both good. I liked the Lasagna best as I thought the Calzone could have used some more sausage. Our waiter was great and was very helpful...the downside was having to hear another waitress bickering and complaining about every little thing going on...customers don't want to hear that.

Hands down the best restaurant on AMI or LBK! Foodies go to the doctor!! From the ambiance, the service & of course the food, the drinks, clean crisp linens - all off the charts!! A touch of New Orleans blended with the coast! A truly unique experience. We ate on the DR side (there's a bar side too) and were welcomed w/friendly staff and warm ambiance. As we sat down, we were given a medicine shot :) of a delicious concoction of fresh fruit juices & vodka served in vintage tea cups! Fun and quirky - love! We had a pain killer and the pineapple martini - very delicious! Started with the lobsterescargot and the smoked salmon. Both dishes were served with fresh bread baked on the premises. Outstanding! For our entrees, we both had the grouper and it was best grouper dish we have ever had! Beautifully prepared, seared to perfection, accompanied with asparagus and mashed potatoes, perfectly seasoned - truly perfection! For desert, we shared the Praline Alexander - a softball size serving of the best vanilla bean ice-cream Ive ever tasted, surrounded in crushed praline, topped with whipped cream n sliced almonds in Frangelica. Superb! My hubby ordered an after dinner drink & gave the bartender creative freedom to concoct a drink with rum and coffee. Never expecting a cold drink with infused smoked cinnamon, smoked dried orange slice, served with a proper craft drink ice cube. Cannot say enough about The Doctors Office! A treasure on AMI. Cant wait to go back!

Erin was amazing! Had a great sangria, pineapple martini, and sundowner. The Lobstercargots are a MUST. Great music/ atmosphere. We were also greater with a fun free shot. Just what the Doctor ordered!

Visited here for the first time this past weekend and it was amazing. The drinks were delicious but our server was OUTSTANDING. She was hilarious and attentive. I wish I remembered her name but she was amazing. It’s a small bar but I loved that, it’s very intimate.

We stopped by the Doctor's Office on date night while on vacation just for one drink. We were greeting by the bartender with a "wellness shot" of a little sample drink. The Drinks we ordered were beautiful and tastey! The bartenders are friendly, knowledgeable and entertaining. The atmosphere was fun and fancy. Perfect place to start off our date night. I forgot to get the picture until we were half way through the drinks. I should also note that the drinks are expensive. Be ready to spend some money. Gratuity is included in the bill.

The food was exquisite and truly some of the best I've eaten in Sarasota/Bradenton/Anna Maria island. Michelle, the server, was excellent. Very helpful, friendly and provided excellent customer service-truly a gem. Can not recommend Drs Office highly enough.

Cool vibe, super friendly staff, creative and tasty cocktails. I did not eat, just stopped in for a quick checkup. Looking forward to my follow up.

We were a group of six for a bachelorette party dinner, and they seated us in the garden, which was absolutely adorable. The food and drinks were delicious, and our server, Sid, was incredibly attentive and provided excellent service.

Overall good experience. I had the roasted beet salad , one of my favorite salads ever. My husband had the lobster roll. A bit pricey (over $30) but he loved it. We shared a peel and eat shrimp platter. Drinks were good and view is nice. Summer months are hot (went beginning of August) they do have fans outdoors to keep air circulating. I do feel their pricing is a bit higher probably for being beachside.

We really enjoyed everything here. We ordered some drinks before we got to our reserved table on a Sunday. Our server Turah was very kind, friendly and prompt with everything! We ordered the crab and spinach dip which was excellent, cowboy shrimp which was extremely tasty and flavorful with the right amount of spice and the crab cake which was mouth watering delicious for appetizers. For dinner we got the lobster roll which was packed with lobster and very fresh tasting, chicken and waffles which was really good but not the biggest fan of the syrup, grouper filet which you can never go wrong with, blackened red snapper with a beurre Blanc sauce with crab which was soooo good and another crab cake. Overall, the food was well worth it, even though it was a little pricey. The service made the visit pleasant and the atmosphere is perfect right by the beach to watch the sunset. I'd come here again and again.

Sandbar is a great restaurant right by the beach in Anna Maria Island. 🏝️ The food was good (except the sweet potato mash), the drinks are delicious 🥭🍹😋, and the ocean view is amazing. It's a perfect spot to relax and enjoy a meal or a cocktail by the water. Highly recommended! 💙

Every single dish we ordered was a hit—from the crispy potatoes and buttery shrimp to the perfectly blackened fish and ultra-fresh oysters. The sweet potato mash and roasted veggies? Chef’s kiss. You can tell the kitchen cares about quality and seasoning. On top of that, our server was friendly, attentive, and knew the menu inside out. Great food, great vibes, and even better service—we’ll definitely be back!

Great food and service. Best crab cake and crab & spinach dip in the area. Great atmosphere, chilled, not pretentious. Amazing sunset with the Pelicans and all sorts of gulls flying and fishing for our delight, and the courtesy of the dolphins jumping to say goodbye. The show continued with a stunning moonrise behind the Sandbar. What else 😎?

The fresh grouper sandwich was excellent. Sat outside plenty of fans to keep us cool right on the beach beautiful view of the ocean. We had drinks. Swam for a while enjoyed our day.

Incredible view of the sunset. You can order your drink at the bar and take it out to the beach while you wait for your table. We were lucky to get a table closest to the water. The poke bowl and coconut shrimp were excellent. Would recommend the seafood over the steak, although the steak was also good.

YUMMMMM!!! Hands down to the best donut shop ever! Drove 90 min to come check out the hype..well worth it!! The maple bacon ...hot off the press=AMAZING!! Great prices too!!

Such a special spot! 💕 As locals to the area, we get the chance to frequent here often. My boyfriend always convinces me to drive to the tip of the island to see the sunrise because he throws in that we will be stopping here for donuts and coffee. Immediate YES. Their house blend iced coffee is to die for. You can’t go wrong with their donuts, just create whatever you like. Service is good and quick, place is clean, make it a must stop.

Easily the best donuts we’ve ever had! Super fresh and delicious and a great spot. And they were so affordable that I initially thought we had been mistakenly undercharged!

Love the customization options. All the employees are very friendly, I loved the soft warm donuts. Only thing I wish was they had blueberry, chocolate and different flavors of donuts, but the toppings are delicious

This is a small shop and the parking area is also quite small; however, the line and ordering process moves quickly and in the end you get your chosen, fresh, warm donuts! Absolutely delicious!!!

They had lots of flavors to choose from or you could create your own. I had the key lime and it was really good. They are cake donuts.

When you enter, you will fill out a paper form picking out what kind of donuts you want. They have a big selection, with many options. You can watch as they make your donuts. You can also order online and pick it up in store. The donuts are very fresh and delicious!

Stopped here by luck while on a day trip while on vacation in Siesta Key and exploring the barrier Island. This place is a must. Delicious food, amazing views and wonderful & friendly team! I wish this place was close to my home, I would be a regular! My family of 5 all loved their food! Calamari, Lobster Bisque, Burger, Mac and Cheese, Grouper Taco and Desserts were all hits.

I completely understand the popularity of this place now that I’ve had a chance to visit. I live near the island and this has been on my list of popular dining spots. Now I see the hype 😊 The esthetic appeal was the selling point. Relaxing, quiet with a calming ambiance! The best calamari I have ever eaten and I’m not a fan of this dish. Service was top notch. Highly recommended ✌🏼💛🌊☀️

We came in on a Saturday night. As expected on the island we had a wait which was fine. We ordered 3 Moscow mules and one rum and coke at the bar while we waited. The bill for the drinks was 70.00. There wasnt much sitting room at the bar but some wrap around bench sitting outside so we did that. After about an hour and 30 we got called and sat on their back patio area. They had plenty of fans to keep us all cool. The bread that was bought to the table was amazing!! We ordered fried green tomatoes which were very good and Brussels, thank goodness our waitress told us that for some reason when the Brussels come so do the flies, so just to be prepared, she was right!! But we managed okay. Once she took them away no more flies. I ordered the shrimp and grits, let me tell you it was the best I have ever eaten. The grit cake in the center and the sauce with plenty of sausage and shrimp, it was chefs kiss. My husband ordered the special which was I believe halibut and it was like butter. Great atmosphere and the waitress was very attentive. Definitely will be our go to place when we visit in the future.

The 1st thing we experienced was ordering our drinks and asking the waitress 20 minutes later where our cocktails were. She said that was a normal time due to it being a craft bar. (Ive never waited that long for drinks ever) We went during the week in August (8th) it wasn't that busy. The food was average and edible besides the brussel sprouts (avoid). Everything took so long that by the time we got our food it was almost closing time (went over an hour before closing) and we felt a bit rushed. The steak we ordered was supposed to be med rare but most of it was med well. So many other options on the beach to choose from. Quite dissapointed. Won't be returning. Dessert was good, we got that to go.

What an incredible experience at The Waterfront on Anna Maria Island! The view alone is absolutely breathtaking. And the food? Outstanding! I had the best blue mussels in garlic sauce of my life - perfectly cooked, flavorful, and unforgettable. Everything else we tried was amazing as well, from taste to presentation. Beautiful atmosphere, fantastic food, and a view that makes you want to stay longer. Highly recommend!

Wait was around 15 min and well worth it. Started out with a fresh loaf of bread with a vinaigrette sauce. Ordered the fried green tomatoes with pimento cheese and they were delicious. Ordered the fried shrimp and it was some of the freshest and biggest shrimp I have eaten. Shrimp was served with the best tasting mashed potatoes that we all loved. Others in my party had the shrimp and grits and it was like no other shrimp and grits we have had before. The shrimp was served over the grits with a sauce that was delicious. I would have a hard time choosing between the two if I ate at this place again. A little expensive but worth every dollar

We stopped in early for lunch to beat the crowd. Seating inside was full so we sat on the front porch overlooking the water. Even in the heat it was comfortable with all the fans they had. I ordered grouper tacos with pineapple coleslaw and it was excellent. The two tacos had large chunks of grouper and it was more than satisfying. My wife had thr BLT on a croissant severd with Neuskes bacon and plenty of it. The server was very attentive. There is also a large salt water fish tank inside so next time we'll try to sit inside. Prices were reasonable and the view was great. This place is worth the trip.

Robinson Preserve: A Nature Lover's Paradise (and Dog-Friendly Too!) Robinson Preserve is an absolute treasure and a truly fantastic destination for anyone looking to enjoy the outdoors. It's a great place to go with your dog, offering ample space for them to explore alongside you. This preserve is perfect for those who love to exercise and enjoy nature. With its extensive network of trails, you can walk, run, or bike through diverse ecosystems, from mangroves to open fields. It's incredibly well-maintained and quiet, providing a serene escape from the hustle and bustle. The paths are clear, and the natural beauty is preserved, making for a truly pleasant experience. One of the absolute highlights is the view from the observation tower, which is beautiful. Climbing to the top rewards you with panoramic vistas of the preserve, the surrounding waterways, and even the distant skyline. It's a breathtaking sight that truly showcases the natural splendor of the area. Whether you're seeking a peaceful walk with your canine companion, a vigorous workout amidst stunning scenery, or simply a quiet moment to connect with nature, Robinson Preserve delivers. It's a meticulously cared-for natural haven that offers something for everyone. Highly recommended!

This place has a little something for everyone! The main trails are well maintained, but some of the side paths can be a bit less so. Regardless, the environment and variety of activities are second to none in the area. Just be warned, if you stay past sunset you will be chased out of the park.

Beautiful big park — great playground for kids of all ages (even adults!), awesome lookout tower, unique wildlife, a pretty long trail, and it’s not crowded even on a Saturday… perfect spot for a family adventure! Downsides… it’s a bit run down. Loose wires, rusty bolts, railings coming apart — clearly keeping this place in shape is not a priority... ...it’s sad how much trash people just leave lying around — empty cans, bottles, snack wrappers... like a weekend activists just rolled through the playground. Who does that? Dumping garbage where kids play… seriously, shame on them.

This place is one of my absolute favorites. It is so large and has a variety of landscapes. My favorite time to go is right before sunset to avoid the heat. There are restrooms and plenty of parking at the kayak drop off site. This is one of my favorite places to take people.

Great find! Boardwalk wasn't open, but still had plenty of trails to explore. The scenery was breathtaking, didn't see much wildlife but it was really hot. Hopefully next time!

One of my favorite preserves in Florida. So many amazing trails. Super kid friendly. Has the ropes course thing for kids that’s super cute and fun! I love this place.

Very neat place for a walk! There are several parking lots and the one by the canopy building seems like the easiest way to get to the walk amongst the mangroves. We walked the long way and it was a nice gravel path with little shade. Got super hot quick! Bring water if you plan to spend a lot of time there. The canopy is SUPER cool. Nice free activity for the kids to run around.

The restaurant is at the end of a pier so you see water in every direction you look. Food was great, service was amazing! The place is very popular so expect it to be relatively busy but it was not loud. Parking is very limited and watch out for public parking lots! On a Sat night the fee is $15.00 per hour. It is worth it to drive around and walk a little bit to find free parking!!

Found this on Trip Advisor and then Google. Both had a lower score than I'd give. Beautiful Friday afternoon outside and great service from Sam. Even though we only ordered fried food, it was all delicious. The fried oysters were yummy with a nice batter coating. The fish in the Fish and Chips dish were not battered (my preference), but very tasty and abundant. Fries were good as well. $7 for a Coors Light aluminum. Loved the condiment container with attached lid--good for waterfront dining. Atmosphere outside is what brought us here but we were both pleasantly surprised with everything.

Normally when I eat out, I don’t finish my meal or I’m not totally satisfied—but this time, everything was divine! My uncle was cracking his usual jokes, and I appreciated how kind and unfazed our waitress was. I even asked everyone at the table to rate their meal from 1–10, and everyone said between a high 8 and a 10! The service was excellent—thank you so much, Jonah, for serving us. We’re so glad we had you!

Tonya was a great waitress. The deck off that pier is cool and makes for a great atmosphere. The boom boom shrimp was great. The shrimp, clams, fried fish and scallops were great. The fries are just ok. Hush puppies are great with honey and butter. Would def come back!

First impression was the menu has a wide variety of seafood dishes. The option to mix and match the selection of a dozen oysters was a very appealing feature. We ordered the tequila lime oysters, the grandmas, spinach Parmesan, and the chimichurri oysters. All…came…out…cold. We also ordered the peel and eat shrimp and the PEI mussels. Shrimp wasn’t deveined and very much over cooked/steamed and unseasoned. Mussels were overly steamed/cooked separately from the white wine sauce advertised being sautéed in with the mussels but appears to have just been poured over the mussels. Pictures show no sauce at all in mussels. Shrimp was reimbursed but we covered the tab for the mussels and oysters. My wife and I dine out quite a bit and we never do reviews but we also haven’t been this disappointed. Our Server could have been more assertive as well.

Food was good, service was great. We had the PEI mussels to start. Deelish! I had the fish tacos. My husband had the Tuna poke bowl. Sides for me was supposed to be squash/zucchini & coleslaw. I was served undercooked green beans mixed with overcooked green beans. Lol. It was fine. Atmosphere was great, right on the water. All in all, good for the price. Take the trolley, the parking is terrible! Luke was our server, very friendly and professional. Thank you!

Definitely stop at this restaurant. Out of all of the restaurants I have eaten at while staying in AMI, this has been the best. Definitely get the tequila lime oysters and the coconut shrimp. It's phenomenal. My server, Jen, was so kind and very helpful with picking out some good options! The best part is the atmosphere. It's amazing being able to look out into the bay while enjoying dinner.

Great place to dine in — the food is tasty and the service is a solid 10/10. One suggestion: it would be helpful if the menu or staff were more specific about which dishes are spicy or heavily seasoned, to better guide guests’ choices. That said, I definitely recommend trying the burrito — it’s a must!

Was helped by Jacci, Hannah and Shana! They were very helpful with the menu and explanations and recommended us some veryy good things! Awesome service & good food!! Had the vegan tempeh and it was good too!

Poppo's never disappoints. The food is fresh, healthy, and always delicious. The staff is always super friendly and knowledgeable they're good. I appreciate they'll let you sample anything like the sauces. Always cool, too, they have healthy soda to drink. Sometimes the bathroom could be a little cleaner and the tables occasionally need to be wiped...that's only reason service got four stars. Eat here. It's great and never disappoints!

We will be back! Delicious food, friendly staff, and a nice place to enjoy a great meal. Can't wait to tell our friends and family to stop by Poppos to enjoy a taco or 2!

Loved this place! We got an Eds way quesadilla, carnitas bowl and burrito with chicken. The food easily beats Chipotle when it comes to flavor. The chips and salsa were homemade, unique and sooo good. The staff was friendly and easy to talk to. It was the perfect size for the area and really is a diamond in the right. 10/10 would come here again.

What a fantastic gem of a restaurant. Was visiting the island and saw great reviews so decided to try it out. The staff were fantastic and made great recommendations, which lived up to the hype. If we weren’t leaving so soon we would definitely be back for another round.

Best tacos on AMI! We got poppo’s tacos and Ed’s Way with chips, salsa & guac. Delicious!

A quaint restaurant with an extremely relaxing environment. The food was fantastic. Decent sized portions for the cost. The coffee tasted like what you can envision from a coffee commercial. The staff were extremely friendly. The only issue was the limited size of parking. Come early and have a fantastic experience. I highly recommend!

Cute little shop and the service was friendly, but we were not a fan of the food. It didn't taste fresh, and there was no fluff to the pancakes, they were extremely dense. The crepe was also very dense, both were hard and dry when trying to cut them. Maybe better for a pastry to go or a coffee.

The seating arrangement indoors is quite cozy, though it can feel a bit close to other costumers. However, the outdoor patio offers a lovely setting to enjoy the sun and a gentle breeze. We thoroughly enjoyed our Croissant Benedict and coconut flan, both of which were delightful. The menu features a wide variety of sweet treats and solid French-style food options.

My girlfriends and I are here on vacation. We couldn’t wait to try the “Award winning” Paris restaurant. Service was very good. However, the food was definitely not worth the $ or our time. Walked all the way here from our hotel for the “hashbrowns” (just like McDonald’s)😠 one of my friends ordered the croissant and it tasted pretty good. Fruit was fresh with a good portion and variety. Pancakes were very dense and tasted like flour. Syrup served was “log cabin”.🤨 Sausage had no flavor at all. We were very disappointed. Will not return.

Good! Lots of drink options for brunch, coffee, alcoholic and otherwise. The croissant breakfast sandwich, crapes and omelets were all tasty. Our waiter was great, can’t remember his name. He mentioned that the waffles and hashbrowns are not homemade, but other dishes are.

It was good food and experience. Service was taking a bit long when didn’t seem to be busy day. Overall good but I had much better in Sarasota location.

We can start with praise for how nice our waitress was and the inside of the little cafe is decorated nice. However unfortunately we did not find the food rather worth it or tasteful. For example I got a very easy chicken sandwich and the chicken was honestly hard to eat. It felt like idk cheap chicken or idk but it was tough and strange for me. I do think if this place invested in higher quality food items and made made there menu a little smaller the concept would soar. But it was little things like the hash browns seem were like frozen patty’s the chicken etc low grade ham etc. The pastry’s were fine nothing special but nothing bad about them. Go see it if you’re interested!

The food is very delicious. My group came here two days for breakfast because we really liked it. Everything we ordered was very tasty. I specially recommend the quiches. It was very very good. For sure I recommend this place for your breakfast in Anna Maria Island area. I will add Island Creperie in my wish list on my next vacation in AMI.

This is a cute and romantic place in n the heart of Anna Maria Island. We had lunch, coffee, and dessert. It was flavorful enough to make you want to come back soon. Spinach crepe and lobster crepe were amazing. Also, strawberry and banana crepe with cream was incredibly delicious

Cute little restaurant. The service was great. We had to wait about an hour to be seated on a rainy day with very little roof coverage. The food was good overall. It was fresh and presented well. My only issue was the cost for the amount of food you received. The restaurant was clean with a cute decor.

We were looking for a place that sold baguettes and breakfast. We found this one on our google search and decided to give it a try. The service was good and prompt. The food was good, my husband was happy with his eggs Benedict and I had the buckwheat French platter which comes with two eggs, mozzarella cheese and your choose of meat. The crepes were good. We also ordered French platter for the kids to go and they enjoyed their croissant and crepes with jam. The place itself is cute and welcoming. Thank goodness when we went it was not full so we were seated quickly. Oh, my 10 year loves his baguette 🥖 :) My only negative is the pricing. $60 for breakfast is quite high. If you don’t mind that you will be happy with visiting here when I’m AMI.

I come here every time I’m visiting Anna Maria. Delicious crepes in a cute spot on a cute street. They have both sweet and savory crepes. One of these days, I’ll try a sandwich or salad. But it’s hard to find a great crepe so I will stick to that for now. I usually order a savory one and then a sweet one. Sometimes there can be a long wait so plan accordingly.

This is another gem that we have found on the island and one that we will certainly be back to. Very authentic French cuisine; I wish we had found it on our previous four trips. The crepes are amazing and the creme brulee is literally the best I've ever had. It's a pretty small place, so if you have a large group it's probably not the best. We were able to get our group of eight seated for a late breakfast around 10:00 after waiting about 20 minutes.

We googled a creperie and this place came up so we drove 20 miles because the ambience and location looked great. Of course we came mainly for the crepes. When we got here they were only serving dinner and dessert. We ordered all appetizers so we could then have the crepes for dessert. We were disappointed that we couldn't have savory crepes for dinner. The appetizers were alright; nothing great but expensive for what they were. The crepe Suzette was pretty good. We liked that it was made fresh and not out of a package.

If you enjoy taking your time eating dinner, then this is the place for you because it. Took. Time. We called ahead thinking they would be packed like the other restaurants on the Island, excited to return after their reopening. Upon arrival, it was tired and quiet and we were seated at the bar after expressing we’d like to be outside. Salads were good but slow to come out. Hoping our tempura appetizer would follow shortly after, we waited at least 15 minutes for the room temperature fried food. At that point and not to our surprise, the sushi rolls we ordered (ocean, volcano, Mexican & fire island) took an additional 35+ minutes to get to the table on a chipped plate. The sushi presentation was lacking and the flavors all melded together - nothing was distinct. During our many minutes of waiting, we saw one of the workers blatantly drink directly from a newly opened saki bottle by the bar. The bartender was friendly but again, turtle paced. Wish we waited in line for another restaurant in the area. Won’t be back any time soon, if ever.

Food was amazing! Look at this sushi! But it’s not just sushi. The fried snapper was great. The grilled grouper was superb. Scenery was beautiful on the water. Staff were very sweet and fun. It does take a little while but for me, I didn’t want to leave. It was awesome just being there.

Excellent restaurant. Reasonably priced, great service, ask for Frumi! It sits next to the water. We noticed some people driving in on pontoon boats to dine. Excellent views for a romantic evening.

We went right when they opened at 4pm and we were seated right away. The owner of the restaurant greeted us on the way in and we were able to sit out in the deck facing the marina. The appetizer was served probably 10-15 minutes after we got there and our sushi was served right after. The fish was fresh and there were a lot of rolls that were within the $9-$15 range which is normal for sushi! We will definitely be back!

Really thought maybe the other reviews were just exaggerating however I could not have been more wrong. The service was abysmal to say the least. We ended up having to be there for close to 3 hours waiting for our party’s food to come, we waited over 45 minutes for drinks and then some of us had to go to the bar and get our own drinks because the server was not bringing them. A good majority of our party was missing their food completely and we had to wait for it to be made and nothing was offered to those who had to sit and wait an extra 30 minutes for their food to be made. Our server regularly forgot drinks and seemed annoyed when we would ask to order things or remove used plates or drink glasses off of the table. We got there at 7:30 and did not have our food until 9:35 however our friends had to wait an additional 30 minutes because the server never rang their food in. On top of this the server added automatic gratuity to our checks and argued with us over rolls that she mistakenly rang in and we never received. This experience was beyond disappointing and frustrating and the food was in no way shape or form worth the headache or wait. The area was nice though.

Best thing about this place is its location on the water. Try to get there before sunset! Sushi is ok. Vegetable tempura is pretty good. Everything is good but not great. A nice family owns the place. Perfectly adequate when you get a craving for Japanese food.

Have read reviews but decided to go (we had a gift card). Had 5:00 reservations. We were fortunate that most people don’t eat that early lol. No one was in the restaurant and we were seated by the window. Ordered wine and tempura shrimp as an appetizer to split. Was delivered timely. Then ordered entree including the delicious ginger salad! Extremely delicious! Ordered the ahi tuna with rice and vegetables. It was delicious and service was excellent. Have no complaints other than my chop stick skills!