30 Best Bars near Anna Maria

“great bar, great staff! love this bar! it is so welcoming. I will be back!“

“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!“

“The waitresses and the people that worked there are absolutely gorgeous and really friendly everybody. There was really nice. The food was really good at the time I went there. It was early evening and I had a hamburger fries and a Coke and it was delicious. It's just a fun place to go, really Beachy. I don't know how to describe it“

“Had a great experience at SALT, the food, the service, and the atmosphere were phenomenal! We ordered the king crab, truffle fries, gnocchi + steak medallions, ribeye, kids linguine, and the pina colada cheesecake- everything was so, so good!!!! We basically ordered everything our waitress recommended to us, and there was zero disappointment! Also- whoever makes the espresso martinis (I love you) amazing! 10/10“

“We come to Florida every year and this is our first stop. Love this bar. Great people and awesome bartenders 🩵“

“Canadian Legion Member for 45 years. I have been coming to the Post 24 Legion for the past 23 years and find it is top notch in every way possible. The Legion is a wonderful building with so many activities, friendly patrons, super staff who serve wonderful meals. I feel extremely lucky to have such a wonderful place to attend during my 6-month snowbird winter here. With much thanks, Wayne“

“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!“

“I knew this was a great place when “Walk Away” by the James Gang was playing. Wife and I enjoyed a fantastic marg and tasty rum/coke during our visit while at Fort Desoto Campground. Friendly atmosphere.“

“Amazing food, service and staff. Very pleased to have discovered this wonderful hidden diamond on the water! My new favorite! The baked oyster sampler was a palette of flavors that did not disappoint. Highly recommend.“

“Awesome 4th of July party! Fast, friendly service, fireworks, fire spinners, and the DJ kept the whole party upbeat! Will be back again!“

“Best place ever!! 👍🤘😊 First time here, met the most amazing people“

“My new favorite LBK restaurant! The Grouper Ruben is AMAZING!“

“Genuine, kind and fun bartenders“

“Great staff and fun people! Place is always clean and the bartenders are always friendly. Had a great time with Kim (bartender). Play the shake of the day and have a cold one!!“

“This place is amazing! Awesome service, awesome food and a big old grouper to go.“

“Yummy breakfast ! Eggs Benedict“

“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!“

“Anna Maria Oyster Bar - Ellenton, FL After spending the day at the Florida State Fair in Tampa, my fiancé and I decided to stop by Anna Maria Oyster Bar in Ellenton—and we’re so glad we did! We ordered fried oysters, French fries, and cheese grits, and everything was absolutely delicious. The oysters were fried to perfection, crispy on the outside yet tender and flavorful inside. The cheese grits were just the way I like them—nice and thick—and the fries were a great complement to the meal. Even better, our food arrived quickly and fresh. Our waitress, Lilly, was fantastic, providing friendly and attentive service. We also appreciated how the rest of the staff greeted us warmly as we walked through the restaurant. It’s little details like that that make a place feel extra welcoming. The restaurant itself was clean and well-kept, including the bathrooms, which is always a big plus. Anna Maria Oyster Bar now has four locations, and after this experience, I’d definitely visit again. If you’re in the Ellenton area and craving fresh seafood with great service, this spot is a must-try!“

“Visited here for the first time this past weekend and it was amazing. The drinks were delicious but our server was OUTSTANDING. She was hilarious and attentive. I wish I remembered her name but she was amazing. It’s a small bar but I loved that, it’s very intimate.“

“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!“

“What a great little place. Very friendly staff… Lucas was so sweet with my 4 year old & it’s obvious they are like that with all kids when u see the wall of “art” they have hung up that are colored by children. The bread before the meal was a nice touch & even had warm oil which was very good. I can’t speak for much of the food since all we got was one pizza but it was good. Cooked to perfection. I’d prefer a little more fresh basil & fresher tomatoes on the margarita pizza but my son enjoyed his half very much which was just cheese haha. I believe the owner came out & spoke to us which is always nice to see. The live entertainment musician even came over & chatted with us. Everyone we interacted with was so so sweet & friendly. We will definitely be back!“

“fantastic food and staff was great ( waitress was micheal) she was very attentive , fun and helped us make some great choices on menu and drinks“

“5 stars for family friendly atmosphere, great food, and cold beer! The owners Staci and Josh have worked so hard alongside their staff to bring back the Boiler Room and boy have they outdone themselves! We have been many times since they re-opened the doors, and every time has been great service and delicious food. Kid approved too! They were also very accommodating when we brought 11 family members in for Monday night football! We cannot recommend Boiler Room enough. YUM!“

“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.“

“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.!“

“Food was good. Server behind the bar was rude, not welcoming and seemed agravated. We ate outside and left quick. It wasnt that busy and we got a seemed put out of her way vibe. Tacos were tasty and fresh, salsa and quac. excellent.Outdoor seating was the norm, nothing real fansy. Could have used a little bit of decorating. The price was high for apps.“

“Wonderful dinner experience as usual. The food, drinks and service was terrific. There were 6 of us...2 had the Chateaubriand, 2 had the Chicken Francais and 2 had the short ribs. All of our meals were amazing including the salads and desserts. The ambience is chic, warm and so inviting. And unlike so many other restaurants on the island, this one takes reservations! Definitely one of the best dining experiences on the island!“

“Food is always good great atmosphere“

“Cal is awesome!! Love her ❤️ Will you ever have ahi tuna on the menu again?“

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