Lunch
The Waffle Press
Anna Maria has a new walk up snack option with the Waffle Press, located next to Pineapple Junction at 425 Pine Ave. This cozy spot specializes in Liege waffles, a sweeter and smaller cousin of the well-known Belgian waffle. Liege waffles are dough based and yeast raised, caramelized on the outside and with crunch of pearl sugar th
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Get Your Breakfast on at Paradise Bagels, Cafe & Catering on East Bay Drive
Located a few doors down from the Island Walgreens, Paradise Bagels is a great little cafe to stop at for some breakfast. Obviously, you can get a pretty darn good bagel from here. They are New York style water bagels, and they have a selection of 18 different bagels to choose from that are freshly baked.
They also offer muffins, b
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Dine with Your Toes in the Sand at Gulf Drive Cafe
The Gulf Drive Cafe is a casual, waterfront restaurant in Bradenton Beach, where you have the option of dining outdoors on the beach.
This is one of only 3 restaurants on Anna Maria Island where you can dine with your toes in the sand. The Sandbar and The Beach House also are right on the beach.
Gulf Drive Cafe is open everyday f
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Duffy's Tavern Has Great Hamburgers and Cold Beer
Holmes Beach – Duffy’s Tavern is an Anna Maria Island landmark and has been since it first opened in 1958. Family owned and operated, “Miss Duffy” and her 5 daughters proudly serve their “world famous burgers and the coldest beer this side of heaven” from a two-story cracker shack located across the street from the Manate
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Outdoor Dining Anna Maria Island - Dine and Drink El Fresco!
Outdoor Dining on Anna Maria Island is the quintessential way to hang out in beautiful tropical climate! There’s nothing better than when going out to grab a bite to eat or drinks, having the warm island breeze surrounding you. Some of the wonderful restaurants I’ve listed below have beautiful water views of either the crystal clea
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Hurricane Hanks Pub and Grub On Anna Maria Island
If you're exploring Anna Maria Island and find yourself craving great food in a casual, welcoming spot, make your way to Hurricane Hanks in Holmes Beach. This local favorite has been serving up scratch-made meals and coastal charm for over 20 years—and it’s the kind of place people keep coming back to.
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Olive Garden Is a Great Bradenton Italian Restaurant
Olive Garden is a great economical place to eat if staying on Anna Maria Island or in Bradenton, Florida. The Bradenton
Olive Garden Restaurant has outdoor seating for the great balmy nights of the West coast of Florida. The restaurant has a bar for waiting or just to eat or have a quick cocktail or bit to eat. T
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Beach House Restaurant - Outdoor Dining and Great Florida Seafood
The Beach House restaurant is located in Bradenton Beach on Anna Maria Island just past the street light after the Cortez Bridge heading south.
Experience great waterfront dining on the Gulf of Mexico with breathtaking views and fresh Florida seafood. It is the perfect place for family dining with plenty of roo
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Bridge Tender Inn Restaurant in Bradenton Beach
Bradenton Beach – The Bridge Tender Inn is a fabulous restaurant and full service bar situated directly on the intercoastal side of Anna Maria Island on Beautiful Sarasota Bay. Located on Historic Bridge Street just south of the sight of the first bridge that connected the Island to the mainland, the Bridge Tender Inn has an old Fl
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