Here’s a comprehensive guide to restaurants on Anna Maria Island, curated to help you discover the local spots for every craving—from beachfront seafood shacks to hidden gems like tavern-style pizza joints. Whether you’re planning your first visit or a return trip, this guide makes dining on the island easy and delicious.
Please call to verify hours of operation before making your visit.
AMI Beach Hut · 9901 Gulf Drive · 941-281-2124 · general store with hand crafted ice cream, Boars Head sandwiches, snacks, drinks, beach sundries, and convenience items
AM I Coconuts 419 Pine Avenue · 877-AM-I-NUTS · fresh coconuts and coconut drinks
Anna Maria Island Creamery and Bakery · 941-896-5308 · 9801 Gulf Drive – ice cream and baked goods
Anna Maria General Store · 503 Pine Avenue · 941-779-9200 · island staple for food, drinks, groceries, and beach sundries
Bortell’s Lounge · 10002 Gulf Drive · 941-778-5487 · pub fare, drinks, and sports on TV
Chocolate Emporium · 216C Pine Avenue · 941-345-4020 · candy, chocolates, salt sater taffy, and novelties
Cool Beans AMI · 101 South Bay Boulevard Unit A4 · 941-896-4293 · coffee shop serving coffee, smoothies, breakfast, tea, beer, wine, and AMI merchandise
La Crêperie · 3216 East Bay Drive · 941-251-7007 · cafe serving omelets, crepes, coffee and desserts
DBTB Juice Bar & Bakery · 407 Magnolia Avenue · 941-713-4375 · offering breads, pastries, juice, smoothies, coffee, dessert, and catering
Dips Ice Cream · 503 Pine Avenue · 941-778-1706 · ice cream shop
The Donut Experiment · 210 Pine Avenue · 941-896-3172 · donuts you design with choices of icing/toppings and coffee
Ginny and Jane E’s Cafe · 9807 Gulf Drive · 941-778-3170 · eclectic spot serving breakfast, lunch, baked goods, coffee, smoothies, cinnamon rolls, and selling items by local artists
gRub Tropical BBQ · 415 Pine Avenue · 941-900-2874 · casual dining spot serving traditional BBQ with a twist, beer, and wine
Harry’s Grill · 9903 Gulf Drive · 941-567-5999 · casual dining, beer, specialty drinks, and live music
Hometown Desserts · 507 Pine Avenue · 941-896-3167 · custom cakes and desserts
Island Ocean Star · 902 South Bay Boulevard · 941-251-6940 · sushi with outdoor dock seating
Mademoiselle Paris French Restaurant & Bakery · 9906 Gulf Drive · 941-226-0708 · French restaurant and bakery serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, pastries, and breads
North Shore Café · 304 Pine Avenue · 941-900-2671 · coffee, teas, acai bowls, smoothies, avocado toasts, and sandwiches
Pizza Social · 308 Pine Avenue · 941-251-4070 · eatery offering handmade pizza, salads, and craft beers
Poppo’s Taqueria · 212C Pine Avenue · 941-254-7941 · Mexican-inspired restaurant offering build yourself burritos and tacos
The Porch · 9707 Gulf Drive · 941-782-8683 · fine dining farm-to-table American plates served in a historic house
Sandbar Seafood & Spirits · 100 Spring Avenue · 941-778-0444 · dine on seafood with your toes in the sand
Slim’s Place · 9701 Gulf Drive · 941-567-4056 · owners from Philadelphia serve lobster mac & cheese, tacos, burgers, Philly cheesesteak, and 11 large TVs
Sushi Ramen · 9801 Gulf Drive Suite 7 · 941-900-2537 · ramen and sushi
Two Scoops · 101 North Bay Boulevard · 941-779-2422 · ice cream shop also serving breakfast and lunch
Waterfront Restaurant · 111 South Bay Boulevard – 941-778-1515 · easygoing spot featuring seafood dishes and craft cocktails
Anna Maria Coffee Shack · 5500 Marina Drive · 941-226-1821 · coffee, breakfast, and light lunch
Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe · 4000 Gulf Drive · 941-778-0784 · beachfront cafe
Anna Maria Island Frozen Yogurt & Acai · 5604B Marina Drive · frozen yogurt and acai bowls
Baskin Robbins · 3302 East Bay Drive · 941-242-0260 · ice cream shop
Blueberries Café and Wine · 5337 Gulf Drive #300 · 786-296-9612 · eclectic mix of acai bowls, empanadas, smoothies, coffee, and beer
The Chateau · 5325 Marina Drive · 941-238-6264 · French and Italian cuisine
The Cheesecake Cutie & Café · 3324 East Bay Drive · 941-779-2253 · casual breakfast and lunch with cheesecakes and cupcakes for dessert
Los Chiludos · 3232 East Bay Drive · 941-345-4102 · Mexican outpost providing tacos, burritos, enchiladas
China 1 · 3236 East Bay Drive · 941-779-2933 · Chinese food
The Doctor’s Garden · 5312 Holmes Boulevard · 941-213-9926 · relaxed elevated dining
The Doctor’s Office · 5312 Holmes Boulevard · 941-213-9926 · craft cocktail bar serving craft cocktails and small plates
Dominos Pizza · 5606 Marina Drive · 941-778-6641 · pizza
Double Deez Chicago Style Hot Dogs · 3009 Gulf Drive · 941-251-5595 · casual eatery offering Italian beef sandwiches, hot dogs, tavern style pizza, and other Chicago eats
Duffys Tavern · 5808 Marina Drive · 941-778-2501 · casual dining serving burgers and beer · reopen with beer only ·
Dunkin Donuts · 3302 East Bay Drive · 941-242-0260 · coffee shop with baked goods
The Feast Restaurant · 5406 Marina Drive · 941-778-5092 · casual fine dining serving fresh seafood, steaks, and salads
Fifty Three Fifty, The Pourhouse · 5350 Gulf Drive · 941-251-3681 · casual cafe serving coffee, wine, beer, lunch, and dinner
The Freckled Fin · 5337 Gulf Drive · 941-251-3930 · Irish pub with casual dining, live music, and Karaoke
Graze Street AMI · 3218 East Bay Drive · 941-896-6320 · chef-driven modern market offering artisan sandwiches, salads, sweet treats, and charcuterie boards
Holy Cow Ice Cream & Other Cool Stuff · 3234 East Bay Drive · 941-779-0690 · ice cream shop
The Hot Dog Guy · 3230 East Bay Drive · hot dog stand
Hurricane Hank’s · 5346 Gulf Drive · 941-778-5788 · casual dining serving fish, burgers, and pasta
Island Fresh Market · 5604 Marina Drive Suite A · 941-567-6130 · boutique grocery store with local seafood and ready-to-eat meals
Isola Bella · 5904 Marina Drive · 941-242-5309 · relaxed Italian eatery
Kiwi Style Fish and Chips Anna Maria Island · 3608 East Bay Drive · 941-704-5040 · local fish coated in crispy batter, burgers, and beer
Minnies Beach Café · 5360 Gulf Drive · 941-778-4140 · cash-only casual nook for breakfast & lunch classics
Paradise Bagels and Café · 3210 East Bay Drive · 941-779-1212 · casual dining serving bagel sandwiches and muffins for breakfast and lunch
Pizzano’s Pizza & Grinderz · 5318 Marina Drive · 941-778-3663 · Detroit style pizza, wings, toasted subs, and sandwiches
Scott’s Deli · 6000 Marina Drive · 941-778-3000 · sandwiches, wraps, and salads
Skinny’s Bar and Grill · 3901 Gulf Drive · 727-863-4400 · burgers, hotdogs, and homestyle sides
Small Town Creamery · 5404 Marina Drive · 941-213-9107 · ice cream shop
Solos Pizza · 3244 East Bay Drive · 941-778-8118 · Italian food
The Toasted Mango Cafe · 3240 East Bay Drive · 941-213-9948 · traditional breakfast and lunch with a mango twist
Topsail Steamer · 5321 Gulf Drive · 941-254-6060 · seafood steam pots prepared with fresh local seafood
The Ugly Grouper · 5704 Marina Drive · 941-896-8033 · easygoing eatery with live music, seafood and burgers
Vinny’s Italian Kitchen · 5337 Gulf Drive · 941-896-9754 · Italian outfit offering a range of take-out fare
Anna Maria Oyster Bar on the Pier · 200 Bridge Street · 941-778-2662 · casual seafood spot featuring outdoor seating on the water
Back Alley Treasures & Bar · 108 Bridge Street · 224-209-1480 · coffee, light bites, and accessories for sale
Bamboo Island Bar · 119 Bridge Street · 941-803-6416 · Brazilian fusion plates, unique pizzas & mojitos in a bright, lively 2nd-floor hangout
Beach House Waterfront Restaurant · 200 Gulf Drive North · 941-779-2222 · casual dining located on 650 feet off the Gulf
Blue Marlin · 121 Bridge Street · 941-896-9737 · fresh seafood fare with live music
Bridge Street Bistro · 111 Gulf Drive South · 941-782-1122 · upscale casual bistro serving seafood
Bridge Tender Inn · 135 Bridge Street · 941-778-4849 · eatery and bar with dockside seating and occasional live music
Coquina Beach Cafe · 2650 Gulf Drive South · Bradenton Beach · 941-778-4757 · casual beachfront dining and drinks for the whole family
Daquiri Deck · 107 Bridge Street · 941-253-3300 · creative daiquiris, seafood, and live music
Fudge Factory · 117 Bridge Street · Bradenton Beach · 941-281-2501 · offers homemade fudge, ice cream, and chocolate
Gelato-Go Anna Maria Island · 119 Bridge Street Unit 150 · 941-782-8414 · homemade gelato ice cream
Gulf Drive Café · 900 Gulf Drive North · 941-778-1919 · casual indoor-outdoor eatery offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner with live music directly on the beach
Island Donut Company · 110 Bridge Street · 941-241-8680 · donut shop offering made-to-order donuts during breakfast and lunch · Uncle Nicks on Manatee Ave is allowing Island Donut Company to operate out of their building until they rebuild on the island
Island Scoops · 103B Gulf Drive North · 941-592-3866 · ice cream shop · Uncle Nicks on Manatee Ave is allowing Island Scoops to operate out of their building until they rebuild on the island
Island Time Bar and Grill · 111 Gulf Drive South · 941-782-1122 · casual fare with live music on the beach
The Kokonut Hut · 900 Gulf Drive North · 941-778-1818 · tropical cocktails, casual fare, and sunset views in a breezy tiki bar overlooking the beach
Loyal Order of the Moose · 110 Gulf Dr South · 941-778-4110 · beachfront drinks and casual fare
Omas Pizza and Italian Restaurant · 201 Gulf Drive North · 941-778-0771 · hand-tossed or Sicilian crust pizzas, calzones, and Italian entrees · temporarily closed due to hurricanes
Pane e Amore Italian Cafe · 119 Bridge Street · 407-492-0121 · Italian pasta dishes, sandwiches, and charcuterie
Salt Bar and Table · 2519 Gulf Drive · 941-896-9897 · seafood and cocktails
Smoquehouse · 1701 Gulf Drive · 941-242-5340 · small menu of made-from-scratch sandwiches, soups, and salads
Wicked Cantina Bradenton Beach · 101 7th Street North · 941-281-2990 · hand made Austin style Tex Mex with live music
Until next time…
· izzy
Anna Maria Island (AMI) is more than a quaint beach destination with white sand and turquoise waters. Beyond the laid-back atmosphere, the island is a shopper’s paradise. Whether you are searching for the perfect outfit, a locally crafted good, a special souvenir, or just simply browsing, AMI hosts plenty of shops to satisfy your shopping cravings.
Here is a comprehensive list of shops on AMI with information on their reopening after hurricanes Helene and Milton.
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day and finding the perfect restaurant can make a significant difference in starting your day off right. Anna Maria Island is home to many delicious breakfast restaurants with each spot offering a unique style and flavor.
Anna Maria Island is the perfect place to immerse yourself in a tropical island atmosphere. From upscale cocktail lounges to tiki bars to dive bars, AMI has a variety of spots offering happy hour deals.
Below is a list of bars and happy hours on Anna Maria Island to enjoy adult libations and soak up the island’s culture.
Legend has it that Ernest Hemingway’s favorite dessert was Key lime pie. It’s also one of my favorites.
Key lime pie was officially declared Florida’s state pie in 2006.
While the Florida Keys are most commonly associated with Key lime pie, the entire state of Florida crushes on the dessert.
Here are the places on and near Anna Maria Island to grab a slice.
Hiring a personal chef while on vacation allows you to enjoy restaurant quality meals without the hassle of cooking.
Below are several personal chefs who cater to Anna Maria Island.
Craving smoky, slow-cooked goodness by the beach? Anna Maria Island might be known for its fresh seafood and tropical vibes, but it’s also home to some seriously satisfying barbecue.
Whether you’re in the mood for tender ribs, juicy brisket, or pulled pork piled high on a bun, this laid-back island serves up BBQ with a side of Gulf Coast charm.
In this post, we’re diving into the best spots to grab finger-lickin’ barbecue on Anna Maria Island—no grill required.
Anna Maria Island offers more than just pristine beaches and stunning sunsets—it’s also home to an impressive sushi scene.
Whether you’re craving classic nigiri, inventive specialty rolls, or a steaming bowl of ramen on the side, there’s a restaurant here to satisfy every sushi lover. One spot even pairs their dishes with breathtaking water views, making your meal as memorable as the food itself.
Get ready to explore the island’s top sushi destinations where freshness and artistry meet island charm.
“Who has the best pizza?” It’s a question I hear over and over again from locals and visitors. Anna Maria Island is known for its spectacular beaches and tranquil waters but it also offers great pizza.
Below is the ultimate guide to pizza places on Anna Maria Island. Pizza lovers are in for a treat when visiting this beautiful slice of paradise.
16 responses to “A Comprehensive List of Restaurants on Anna Maria Island”
Can you please add our island businesses? All in Holmes Beach 🙂 thank you!
-Crysten’s AMI Boat Tours
-The Hot Dog Guy AMI
-AMI Airport Shuttle Guy
Hi. Of course, I am happy to add “The Hot Dog Guy AMI” to my list. Do you have a phone number you would like to share for the post? Currently, my post is only about restaurants. izzy
Well isn’t this the Awesome-est. Thank you!
Hi Deborah. My pleasure. izzy
I notice that Rod & Reel is listed noting it is no longer & is in red. The others in red do not mention problems…is there a reason for different colors of listings?
Hi Andrea. After hurricanes Helene and Milton, Anna Maria Island restaurants are slowly opening back up. The restaurants in red are not yet open and the restaurants in green are open. izzy
cortez?
Hi Robert. I did not compile information on Cortez. izzy
Is the Wicked Cantina open?
Hi Kathy. Their Sarasota location is open but not the AMI location. izzy
Wicked Cantina opened on Black Friday. 🎉
Wicked Cantina is not open yet- soon
Everyone is working so hard on the island
You see so much progress everyday
Hi Penni. Yes, there is much progress on the island. izzy
Amazing to see so many in green! Thanks for the updates Izzy!
Prayers for all in red, especially those lost or permanently closed. 🙏🏻❤️🩹.
Hi Bonnie. My pleasure.
Gulf drive cafe and the Kokonut hut are both open