Local Guides
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Best Fish Tacos on Anna Maria Island: My Insider Guide
Fish tacos and island living were made for each other. Fresh catch, bold toppings, warm tortillas, and a Gulf breeze to go with it. On Anna Maria Island the options run from blackened mahi drizzled with tropical sauces to crispy panko cod tucked into charred corn tortillas with house-made aioli. Whether you’re a taco purist…
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Italian Restaurants on Anna Maria Island: My Insider Guide
Anna Maria Island is known for beach days and stunning sunsets, but it is also a surprisingly strong spot for Italian dining along Florida’s Gulf Coast. Between the sand, the sea breeze, and the laid-back island rhythm, you are never far from a plate of handmade pasta, a wood-fired pizza, or a classic Italian comfort…
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Best Burger on Anna Maria Island: My Insider Guide
AMI takes its burgers seriously, juicy patties, creative toppings, and that unbeatable side of salty Gulf air. This guide rounds up the must-try burger spots across the island, from no frills beach shacks to gourmet brioche stacks worth lingering over. For everything beyond the burger, my Dining on Anna Maria Island: My Insider Guide covers…
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Jet Skiing on Anna Maria Island: My Insider Guide
Jet skiing around Anna Maria Island is one of the best ways to experience Florida’s Gulf Coast from the water. Glide past stretches of white sand beach, wind through mangrove tunnels, and keep an eye out for dolphins and other marine life, all while soaking up the sun on the open water. Whether you’re a…
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Best Snow Crab on Anna Maria Island: My Insider Guide
Crack, dip, savor, repeat, that’s the magic of snow crab legs. On Anna Maria Island, digging into a pile of sweet, juicy crab legs isn’t just dinner, it’s an experience. Whether you’re cracking shells with friends over cold drinks or treating yourself after a beach day, AMI has plenty of spots serving up sweet, juicy,…
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Best Spots to Watch Sports on Anna Maria Island: My Insider Guide
Whether you are tracking the NFL playoffs, following March Madness, catching a World Series game, or just want a cold drink and a big screen, Anna Maria Island has you covered. The island’s sports bars run the full spectrum, from laid-back dive bars with a handful of TVs to serious multi-screen setups with every major…
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Best Seafood Feast on Anna Maria Island: My Insider Guide
A seafood feast by any other name is still a showstopper on Anna Maria Island. Whether you call it a seafood tower, seafood castle, or seafood sampler, AMI restaurants bring the Gulf’s freshest treasures straight to your table. From chilled shrimp and plump oysters to buttery lobster and crab, each is a celebration of coastal…
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Dog Friendly Restaurants & Bars on Anna Maria Island: My Insider Guide
One of my favorite things about Anna Maria Island is how easy it is to bring your dog along for the ride, including to dinner. So many restaurants here have shaded patios where your pup can settle in while you enjoy a good meal and a cold drink. Some spots even set out water bowls,…
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Mexican Restaurants on Anna Maria Island: My Insider Guide
Craving Mexican food near the beach? Anna Maria Island and the surrounding coastal communities offer everything from fresh tacos and Cali-style street food to Tex-Mex classics and margaritas made for sunset dining. From quick casual taquerias to lively waterfront-style restaurants, this guide highlights the best Mexican spots to check out while you are here. For…
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Waterfront Dining on Anna Maria Island: My Insider Guide
Anna Maria Island waterfront dining isn’t just about the view, it’s about how you experience it. From toes-in-the-sand tables on the Gulf to dockside grills where boats drift in for dinner, each spot offers a different version of island life. Some restaurants are all about sunset front rows, others lean into casual fish-shack energy, and…
