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 where the snow crab is fresh, buttery, and downright irresistible.
If snow crab legs are calling your name, Anna Maria Island is the right place to indulge.
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Anna Maria Oyster Bar on the Pier
- 200 Bridge Street · Bradenton Beach
- 941-778-2662
- Sunday through Thursday · 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM
- Friday & Saturday · 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM
A full pound of sweet, tender snow crab legs arrives steaming hot, ready to crack and savor. Each bite is even better when dipped into warm, melted butter and paired with your choice of two sides. They are priced at market.
The Chateau Anna Maria
- 5325 Marina Drive · Holmes Beach
- 941-238-6264
- Tuesday through Thursday · 3:00 to 10:00 PM
- Friday and Saturday · 1:00 to 11:00 PM
- Sunday · 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
- Happy Hour · 3:00 to 5:00 PM
Snow Crab Clusters at The Chateau are a true indulgence, available in either a half-pound for $23 or a full pound for $44. Served chilled and ready to enjoy, they can be ordered as a light side dish or as a satisfying meal on their own. Fresh, flavorful, and elegantly prepared, they’re the perfect way to elevate your island dining experience.
Cortez Kitchen
- 4528 119th Street · Cortez
- 941-900-1506
- Sunday through Thursday · 12:00 to 9:00 PM
- Friday and Saturday · 12:00 to 10:00 PM
- Live Music · Friday through Sunday evenings
Every Wednesday at Cortez Kitchen, the spotlight shines on Snow Crab Night from 3:00 to 9:00 pm. Piled high and perfectly prepared, these sweet, tender crab legs are served with corn on the cob, hearty potatoes, and all the classic fixins’ that make a true coastal feast. Pair it with a cold drink, live music, and the laid-back vibes of Cortez Village, and you’ve got the ultimate midweek tradition by the water.
The Feast Restaurant
- 5406 Marina Drive · Holmes Beach
- 941-778-5092
- Daily · 4:00 to 9:00 PM
- Happy Hour · Daily · 4:00 to 5:00 PM
At The Feast on Anna Maria Island, snow crab lovers can choose from generous portions—1 ½ pounds for $40 or 2 pounds for $50. For the ultimate indulgence, go all in with their All You Can Eat snow crab feast for $100. Served with plenty of melted butter, it’s a dining experience made for those who can’t get enough of sweet, tender crab legs.
Mar Vista
- 760 Broadway Street · Longboat Key
- 941-383-2391
- Monday, Thursday, and Saturday · 11:30 AM to 8:30 PM
- Friday and Saturday · 11:00 AM to 8:30 PM
At Mar Vista, indulge in one or two pounds of perfectly grilled crab clusters, lightly dusted with Old Bay for a flavorful kick. Each order comes with golden fries, crisp coleslaw, and rich drawn butter for dipping. The smoky char from the grill adds a unique twist to the naturally sweet crab. Starting at $48, it’s a coastal dining experience that’s both hearty and unforgettable.
Sandbar Seafood and Spirits
- 100 Spring Avenue · Anna Maria
- 941-778-0444
- Daily · 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM
At The Sandbar Seafood and Spirits, enjoy Alaska Wild Bairdi Crab Legs dusted with Old Bay for the perfect coastal flavor. Served with golden French fries, crisp coleslaw, and rich drawn butter, this feast is as classic as it gets. Choose from one pound for $48 or two pounds for $84 and savor every sweet, tender bite by the beach.
Until next time…
· izzy
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