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THINGS TO DO ON AND AROUND ANNA MARIA ISLAND

Restaurants & Bars

Ginny's and Jane E's Cafe and Coastal Store. Enjoy a delicious fresh Florida seafood meal inside the quaint dining room, on the outdoor covered deck or under the ancient Buttonwood Trees overlooking picturesque Sarasota Bay. Farm to fork, gulf to table and pasture to plate. It's waterfront dining with a unique atmosphere.

Old Hamburg Schnitzelhaus. This beloved restaurant, in a Holmes Beach strip mall, has an enchanting, Old World setting to go with its authentic wiener schnitzel and other traditional German dishes that pair great with steins brimming with genuine German beer.

Hurricane Hanks. A very colorful experience in Holmes Beach. This restaurant has a strong following that recommends many savoury pub items on the menu. They have cocktails and craft beer on tap and are open for lunch and dinner. We love their sense of humour, check out their t-shirts and hurricane specials!

French Table. This family-owned bistro is a favorite of locals and tourists alike for their unique take on French cuisine. Their menu takes advantage of fresh produce and incorporates it into French fare such as coq au vin. They also have an extensive wine list to complement any dish.

Smoqehouse. This is a new restaurant on Anna Maria Island, that's small and easy to miss. Specializing in Bar-B-Que flavors such as pulled pork brisket, jerk chicken, smoked chicken sandwiches and more. We're excited to give this a try.

Rod and Reel Pier Restaurant. Grab a meal and go fishing at the Rod and Reel Pier Restaurant. You can choose to dine inside or out, enjoying fresh delights such as clam strips, fish & chips, or grouper, while gazing out on the water. This is a one of Anna Maria Island’s best outdoor dining spots.

Waterfront Restaurant is home to the quintessential Anna Maria dining experience. It makes a great dinner stop for a romantic date or a family meal. In addition to their daily specials, you can find delicious offerings such as chicken parmesan, shrimp and grits, and Bahi ribeye. Experience fresh ingredients approached in unique ways, all with a gorgeous view of the water.

Minnie's Beach Cafe. Traditional southern breakfasts and lunches served up with a smile at a great price. This is where the locals go!

Two Scoops. A special treat not to be missed! Specializing in homemade ice cream, malts, and big thick milkshakes.  This shop is reminiscent of an old-fashioned candy store. Grab a treat, head across the street and meander down the 100-year-old city pier to see what the fishermen are catching.

Blue Marlin Seafood Restaurant is one of the most unique spots on Anna Maria Island. It's located in an original 1920s cottage on historic Bridge Street in Bradenton Beach.The Blue Marlin is known on Anna Maria Island for their quality, fresh, local seafood and offers fine dining without that “stuffy” feeling. They do not have a traditional and specific menu from day to day, their menu is ever changing.

Nature Parks

Robinson Preserve
1704 99th Street, NW
Bradenton, FL 34209
(941) 745-3723
Open daily, from sunrise to sunset

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De Soto National Memorial
8300 De Soto Memorial Hwy
Bradenton, Florida 34209
941-792-0458
Open daily from dawn to dusk. Parking lot closes at 5PM.

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Riverview Pointe Preserve
8250 DeSoto Memorial Highway
Bradenton, FL 34209
(941) 745-3723
Open daily and hours vary on season

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Jiggs Landing
6106 63rd Street East
Bradenton, FL 34203
(941) 745-3723
Open daily, from sunrise to sunset

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Emerson Point Preserve
5801 17th Street West
Palmetto, Fl 34221
(941) 721-6885
Open daily, from sunrise to sunset

Rye Preserve
905 Rye Wilderness Trail
Parrish, FL 34219
(941) 776-0900
Open daily, from sunrise to sunset

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Duette Preserve and Headwaters at Duette
2649 Rawls Road
Duette, FL 34251
(941) 776-2295
Open daily, from sunrise to sunset

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Leffis Key at Coquina Bay Walk
2351 Gulf of Mexico Drive
Anna Maria Island, FL 34217
Open daily, from sunrise to sunset

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Neal Preserve
12301 Manatee Ave W
Bradenton, FL 34209
(941) 742-5923
Open daily, from sunrise to sunset

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Perico Preserve
11700 Manatee Ave W
Bradenton, FL 34209
(941) 737-2254
Open daily, from sunrise to sunset

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