A Comprehensive List of Restaurants on Anna Maria Island

Anna Maria Island (AMI) is composed of three individual cities. The City of Anna Maria is at the North end of the island, Holmes Beach is in the middle, and Bradenton Beach is at the South end.

anna maria island restaurants

Below is a comprehensive list of restaurants on AMI with information on their reopening after hurricanes Helene and Milton. Establishments in green have reopened. Establishments in red have not reopened.

Please call to verify hours of operation before making your visit.

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 breakfast
anna maria island festivals

Despite its small size, Anna Maria Island has a calendar full of exciting and unique events and festivals. From festive parades and local markets to food and music festivals, there’s usually something happening on the island. The following events offer a way to experience the island’s coastal charm and vibrant culture.

When you choose to vacation on Anna Maria Island, you’re visiting a gorgeous Gulf barrier island steep in centuries-old history.

Buckle up for a quick look at the history of Anna Maria Island.

anna maria island history

16 responses to “A Comprehensive List of Restaurants on Anna Maria Island”

  1. Marc B Avatar

    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

    1. izzy Avatar

      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

  2. DEBORAH Ellen HUNT Avatar
    DEBORAH Ellen HUNT

    Well isn’t this the Awesome-est. Thank you!

    1. izzy Avatar

      Hi Deborah. My pleasure. izzy

  3. Andrea Avatar
    Andrea

    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?

    1. izzy Avatar

      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

  4. Robert Slicker Avatar
    Robert Slicker

    cortez?

    1. izzy Avatar

      Hi Robert. I did not compile information on Cortez. izzy

  5. Kathy Patterson Avatar
    Kathy Patterson

    Is the Wicked Cantina open?

    1. izzy Avatar

      Hi Kathy. Their Sarasota location is open but not the AMI location. izzy

    2. Lynn Avatar
      Lynn

      Wicked Cantina opened on Black Friday. 🎉

  6. Penni taccetta Avatar
    Penni taccetta

    Wicked Cantina is not open yet- soon
    Everyone is working so hard on the island
    You see so much progress everyday

    1. izzy Avatar

      Hi Penni. Yes, there is much progress on the island. izzy

  7. Bonnie Avatar
    Bonnie

    Amazing to see so many in green! Thanks for the updates Izzy!
    Prayers for all in red, especially those lost or permanently closed. 🙏🏻❤️‍🩹.

    1. izzy Avatar

      Hi Bonnie. My pleasure.

  8. KK Avatar
    KK

    Gulf drive cafe and the Kokonut hut are both open

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