44 Best American Restaurants near Anna Maria

“Honestly the best meal I’ve had on AMI and we’ve been coming to the beach ten years. Love this new restaurant!“

“Hands down the best desserts! The 80-Love tennis ball cake and cookies were a hit! Thank you so much.“

“Quick and delicious late lunch - the steak and cheese was awesome, and so was the cheeseburger! Friendly service and fair prices - can’t beat it!“

“Good people, food and vibes!“

“One of our favorite spots for food .. always go to St Armand’s and decided to check out the Longboat location, it did not disappoint! Views, service, easy docking 💗💗💗“

“It was a wonderful dining experience all around from beginning to end. Atmosphere and decor was romantic and at the same time very quaint. Our server Sara was attentive to our table of 4, very pleasant and professional. We all ordered different alcoholic drinks, and each one was interesting with a twist. Our selections of food from starters to main was excellent. We had a birthday celebration and a complimentary over the top dessert was brought to the table. Such a nice touch to end a fantastic meal. Highly recommend Chateau Anna Maria.“

“This place had THE BEST bagel breakfast sandwiches! Fresh and REAL ingredients and the owner and staff were amazing! We will definitely frequent this place a few times whenever we’re blessed to be on the island. They made you feel like old friends, like we were locals. We talked about it the whole way to the airport. Thanks Jackie for the wonderful send off! Curious George and Jenn.“

“This was hands down the best BBQ brisket I have had. Tender, juicy, cooked just right. I also ordered the salad with fresh greens, strawberries, red onion, feta, candied pecans with strawberry vinaigrette dressing. It was delicious! You can’t go wrong with a meal from Smoqehouse.“

“food is awesome, service is friendly, highly recommend!“

“good place, but the dog on the bar/barstools has to go. every waitstaff person pets that dog and never wash their hands. if its a service animal, it needs to be on the floor, not being fed at the bar by employees and patrons, which i have witnessed.“

“100 % recommend! Delicious food! Beautiful place with the water front. Great staff.“

“I met my friend here and the food is pretty good, our appetizers were great, we had the big combo app since we were both starving and by the time we finished that we couldn't eat much of our dinner, my Friend had the fish and chips, with a Caesar dinner salad, & I had the parmesan chicken penne with bruschetta tomatoes and a fresh garden salad, I really liked it
I had to get most of it to go but The few bites I had were quite good. It was Roughly $35 a person but that also included appetizers drinks & side salads, so not bad price wise The service was great so Thank you to our Server Amanda for that. The restaurant was lively & a little noisy but that's normal for any Applebee's. Overall a good dining experience. We will be back.“

“Over the top delicious food !!!!every single thing I tasted was so so tasty ,great service, wonderful atmosphere, very personable owner. I would highly recommend it, I’m looking forward to going back .“

“I ordered the grouper fish tacos, blackened, and they were absolutely amazing. All the flavors blended perfectly and I highly recommend them. Also, sub your fries for onion rings - they are huge and delicious! Bonus - the Basil Gimlet was refreshing, yet strong 🙂“

“Oh where to start!
We were vacationing in Anna Maria for our 10th year and Beach Bistro was recommended for my birthday outing.
We called ahead and found that you have 2 choices here- the 4 course Dinner in main dining room- or- a la carte from bar area.
We chose the latter.
It was beautiful in looks right off. Old wood, low ceilings etc. Very warm and inviting!

Greeted by our bartender who was so gracious and kind.
Led us through anything we asked and made a fabulous drink !
We enjoyed those 2 hours more than we could say.
The food was one good bite after another !
We started with a fresh salad, then an appetizer of shrimp & crab which were perfect.
Entree was Lobster tail and Grouper. All fantastic!
The dessert was vanilla ice cream rolled in pralines topped with slivered almonds and Frangelica!
Still thinking of that now!

Cannot wait to go back next year as this is our new place to be !“

“Great, casual, friendly spot.“

“Great ocean scenery while eating at the outdoor area!“

“Been going there for years ! Never had a bad meal and the music talent is great ! Whoever is on the grill cooking those steaks gets it right every time! Keep up the good work ! You guys rock!“

“This is THE SPOT. Wow! Their famous Chicken and biscuit was so delicious, juicy and flavorful. Home fries….yes! Kids had Mickey Mouse pancakes and yes, I snuck a few bites. Also one of the few places with a good coffee menu…thank goodness! Espresso Freddo (cold) hit the spot on a hot day. Service was 100%.“

“It was a stormy day that ended with a rainbow at Mar Vista. The food was perfect!!“

“Totally worth the wait for their re-opening! Absolutely amazing food and cocktails and not as pricey as one would think! Amazing, knowledgeable staff…listen to what they say and you won’t be disappointed.“

“My boyfriend and I went in for breakfast. Everything we had was delicious. I have to say, the belgium waffle with the fresh fruit was the best I've had. The french toast was so good too. Eggs were cooked perfectly. Definitely would recommend. We will be going back.“

“Top to bottom best of everything , a must have every time I’m in town. Mother of Dragons is AMAZING 🐉“

“Great variety of good food and nice atmosphere ♥️“

“We had a fantastic experience at Compass Bar & Chill -- thanks to our wonderful server, Cindy. She was incredibly friendly and hospitable, making us feel right at home from the moment we sat down at the pool area. Cindy promptly took our drink orders and brought them with a smile, then followed up to take our food order. Everything—from the delicious fish tacos to the perfectly cooked quesadillas—was spot on. She checked in to make sure everything was to our liking, and her attentive service truly stood out. Five stars all the way!“

“Excellent beach vibe with a tremendous selection of food. The duck is my favorite“

“OFFICIALLY the best breakfast in town!!! FRESH FOOD COOKED TO PERFECTION!!! Highly highly recommend me & my husband we’re first timers to this metro diner we ordered the San Francisco Benedict’s & the breakfast burger honestly never had food that tasted so good eggs were perfect burger cooked perfect seasoned fries AMAZING avocado tomato were FRESH METRO DINER JUST GOT TWO REGULARS FOR LIFE!!! I cannot express enough to the cooks hostess and especially our waitress Payton!! (Sorry if I spelt it wrong) such a amazing waitress!!!! She needs a raise for sure!!! THANK YOU ALL SO MUCH FOR THE GREAT EXPERIENCE KEEP BEING AMAZING!!!“

“Yummy food, cozy atmosphere. Great service!“

“Highly recommended family owned and delicious fresh breakfast.“

“The food was amazing, and the staff was very attentive and friendly. The prices were very fair and affordable. They could stand to clean their a/c return vents and probably replace the filters, otherwise it was a very clean restaurant including the bathrooms. Look forward to returning on my next visit in town!

Kid-friendliness: Great kids menu options, very well priced, crayons and games on the paper menu.“

“A very pleasant surprise that we stumbled upon. We decided to drive back into IMG at the 53rd Street entrance. We found the Legacy hotel. That’s where we found the cozy Icon grill. It happened to be happy hour an appetizers were half off along with drink specials. The food was excellent and we have shared this special place with many friends. The atmosphere was a bit loud since it sits almost in the hotel lobby. The outside is quiet and beautiful, sitting on a small lagoon.“

“It’s a shame someone can’t get this place going again! Like everyone says hands down best steak sandwich in town and I agree ! Apparently the owner of building wants 7k rent that’s a big nut to crack to turn a profit! So sad to see such a great place go out of business! Hope they can reorganize ??“

“Very friendly wait staff, good food at the right price. A place where locals and visitors are all welcome. I had a big ole burger, side of fries and unsweet fresh ice tea…yummy.“

“Love the amazing friendly atmosphere. Great food, great music and especially our bartender Trever. He always makes sure you have exactly what you need and what you want. Pay attention to detail.!“

“My husband and I ate here today and it was the best food I have had since I moved here 7 months ago. The chicken was so flavorful, the best mashed potato’s and gravy, and Mac&Cheese. My husband said it was the best Gyro he has had. We can’t wait to eat here again!“

“Genuine, kind and fun bartenders“

“The food was great! The service was wonderful. Will definitely be back!“

“An Exquisite Culinary Gem — Worth Every Bite and Every Moment! Euphemia Haye is nothing short of a culinary treasure on Longboat Key — a rare combination of world-class cuisine, romantic ambiance, and impeccable service that turns a meal into a memory. Extraordinary doesn’t begin to cover it. 😊Every dish was prepared with intentionality, artistry, and flavors that sing. The peppered steak was cooked to perfection, bursting with bold seasoning and succulent texture. Even the salads were elevated: fresh, inventive, and beautifully plated. But wait until you ascend to the Haye Loft — a magical dessert and after-dinner cocktail lounge unlike anything we’ve experienced. We were dazzled by the live music, the cozy, retro-cool vibe, and of course… the legendary dessert bar. From the banana cream pie to the flourless chocolate torte, every sweet was handcrafted, decadent, and delightful. Service was flawless throughout. The staff were knowledgeable, attentive, and genuinely passionate about the food and experience. They anticipated our needs before we even realized we had them — the mark of true hospitality excellence. Whether you’re celebrating something special or simply want to enjoy one of the finest dining experiences in Florida, Euphemia Haye is unmissable. It’s more than a restaurant — it’s a destination. And we’ll be returning every chance we get. Bravo to the entire team!🌟“

“ALWAYS ON POINT.... wait times suck but it's always fresh so I'll never complain until it's not lol 😆
We waited a long time a few months back and forth just the long wait we got free concrete mixer coupons (2)
So awesome, more places should value their reputation and employment even a fraction as much as these employees do!
LOVE Y'ALL AT CULVER'S ON THE CORTEZ ST!!! KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK 💯

Parking: Parking on 1 side of the restaurant is okay and well enough spaces.. other side is a cluster fk with cars pulled ahead everywhere on each side of the drive thru and it's kinda insane but that's what happens when you want fresh to order food!!! 😝🤤🍔🍦 🍨👍🏼“

“100 % recommend! Delicious food! Beautiful place with the water front. Great staff.“

“Excellent all the food, my wife and I visit Golden Corral 2 or 3 times a month, and we do it with great pleasure and because the service of the staff is very good,,,,,but today, we had a meeting of 10 people, and I arrived first to reserve 2 tables, but the manager Jeffrey, told me that I could not do that, and with a very bad attitude, he told me that if I did not like it I should leave, and I did not like this treatment towards me, and I replied that I did not like his attitude, and he told me that if I wanted to fight,,,,I replied no,,, what I wanted him to change his attitude towards the consumer, I hope that they correct the behavior of the manager Jeffrey. THANK YOU.“

“I just provided DJ services there for a recent wedding and it was great. The room is small but is perfect for smaller size weddings and the staff is wonderful.“

“The food was delicious with very generous portions. The daiquiri’s were so good! The service was great and the prices were very reasonable. I highly recommend this place!“

“This was our first time here and we were really impressed witht the quality of the food. The Mahi dinner was exceptional!“