50 Best American Restaurants in Bradenton

“We have always liked coming to Cracker Barrell. Food is always what you expect, good and comforting! Our server Casey went above and beyond today. She was a delight! She was very attentive without being overbearing. She made nice small talk without holding us up or dragging anything out.“

“We had the loveliest meal for lunch at EggTown. There were so many delicious options on the menu to choose from. It was a hard choice! We are sad to have only found this place on the last day of our trip. We would have definitely gone back. Lovely friendly owners too. Highly recommend!“

“We were out on a walk and O Bricks was recommended to us for a great dinner spot and it did NOT disappoint. The food was absolutely amazing, quick, fresh and delicious. Our service from Manny and Monique was even better!! Highly recommend, and we will definitely come back next time we are in the area.“

“Was there tonight when my family and I witnessed an incident in the parking lot. Management was quick to rush in as well and even gave a discount on our bill bc we jumped up to assist when we saw what happened. We’ve always had great food and service there and tonight was no exception. Well done!“

“5 🌟 every time we come. Staff respectfully remembers us is definitely a plus especially the way the world is spinning. Thank you for a great experience from day one!!“

“Really Good prices? Great quality of food. Cheapest breakfast in Bradenton, omelets, breakfast sandwiches! Everything bagel 🥯 Asiago bagel White wheat or rye toast for sandwiches!Bacon sausage or ham egg and cheese 🧀 Great variety of hotdogs& deli sandwiches!I Come and join us for breakfast monday through friday! 7:30 to 10:30 10:30 to 3:00 lunch! Saturday 9:00 to 3::00 lunch!“

“I’m so happy to have found Post! Went for the first time tonight to celebrate me and my husbands anniversary and we had a wonderful experience! When we were seated we were welcomed with a complimentary glass of champagne. They made our night feel extra special and the food was delicious! To top if off, they even gave us a complimentary slice of mouthwatering cheesecake! Thank you, Post! We can’t wait to come back! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“nice quaint atmosphere great food a lot to from on the menu would recommend it“

“We had an amazing brunch yesterday! From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was rustic and inviting. Our waitress, Beth, was absolutely wonderful—so attentive and cheerful, she really made our experience special! Now, let’s talk about the food! I ordered the fried green tomatoes BLT, and it was fantastic! The combination was delightfully crunchy and packed with flavor. My friends tried a variety of dishes: the BBQ pork baked potato was a hit, truly hearty and satisfying. The shrimp basket was crispy and perfectly cooked, while the BBQ sliders were a delightful burst of flavor in every bite. One of our friends had the fried grouper, which looked delicious and was perfectly seasoned. Oh, and we can’t forget about the Bloody Marys! They were the perfect complement to our meal, refreshing and robust with just the right kick! All in all, this brunch experience was a blast! Great food, awesome service, and a cozy vibe. I can’t wait to go back! 🍽️🥂✨ #BrunchGoals #RoadKillIYKYK #AmazingEats #ThankYouBeth“

“First place we stopped on our trip was a gem! Amazing food, wonderful service! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

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

“My wife and I came for dinner. The New Age Flatbread was AWESOME. Crust was amazing.. Shrimp Cocktail Great! and Osso Bucco was to die for! The meat fell off the bone and melted in you mouth. Kirby was our server and was just terrific.. She was friendly and very attentive.“

“Well it finally happened to me,
(Again lol) at Applebees, Stacey and I went for some $.50 boneless wings,(MMMMM) we ordered 10 each and split a fry,
The bill was $40. Plus $, I went back to my email ( I used to love Applebees, still like), anyway the 10 wings were to be $5, it was 13.99 x 2 now add a fry and 1 soft drink, what should have been around $20, the killer was our server saw my email when we were ordering and never said that price for online ordering and pick up. I think I really should have spoke up but once I found the fine print, I just said for get it and it was over &50 with the tip.
Dear Applebees we used to come at least twice a month for years for $6.99 burger Monday right around the corner from our house, the little things are what customers like and remember,
if I’d known I would have had a much nice meal for the same money, instead of the wings for almost 3 x the price I read. Come on big companies.
Note!
Fact; Sometimes you want to go

Where everybody knows your name,
and they're always glad you came.
You wanna be where you can see,
our troubles are all the same
You wanna be where everybody knows Your name.
Cheers,
people if you think I’m responsible, please tell me if you agree tell them.“

“The best chicken I have ever eaten in my life. Wife and I will definitely eat there again. Highly recommended“

“Always outstanding with the best products available. Service friendly in their beautiful surroundings.“

“On 08-03-2025 I ate at the Sonny's restaurant at 631 67th St Cir E in Bradenton, FL. This is a family-style BBQ restaurant with a very comfortable and welcoming ambiance. I arrived for dinner and was promptly seated. I had their Big Deal Turkey on a bun with fries, a side order of baked beans, and an unsweet tea. My food arrived in a timely manner and was cooked properly. It came exactly as I ordered it and was very tasty. A variety of sauces were available, and I selected the Sweet sauce. My server during my visit was Danielle. She was very efficient, kept my tea glass filled, and responded to any and all requests I had. I have had Danielle for a server several times before, and I consistently receive superior service from her. She is always friendly and courteous and takes a genuine interest in her customers, making sure that they have a positive dining experience. She is a credit and an asset to the business. I recommend this restaurant and will be returning there again to eat.“

“I finally discovered a little slice of Hungarian paradise in Florida! From authentic wines and refreshing Hungarian beer to perfectly seasoned dishes and heavenly desserts, every bite and sip feels like home. Truly unforgettable!“

“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.“

“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.“

“Excellent service and food! My fav are their Chicken tenders w Honey mustard!“

“Far out fries is the definition of food truck food in my opinion! They have a great menu selection of old favorites as well as innovative options to try! I HIGHLY recommend the bacon cheeseburger egg rolls with the Cajun fries. I’m obsessed.“

“From Roger’s energetic greeting, to Tara’s enthusiastic attention to detail and service, it was a great experience! This place is immaculate (thank Anthony who scrubs booths and tables like an operating room) and happy. Great food and generous portions which equals a good value. The pancakes are a meal by themselves! We eat out every day and this is a wonderful place for breakfast/lunch. Check it out!“

“It had been a few years since visiting this location. Staff was attentive, food was great.“

“The place is clean and orderly. The management seems to really care for his employees and it shows when the handle the customer. The food is not regular fast food, rather it is cooked to order so it comes to the table hot and tasty. I highly recommend their burgers and their fish platters.“

“The best burger joint around. They have a great staff of awesome workers that do the job right!!! I’d recommend this to everyone. Right of 64 in a beautiful surroundings. Place is a 5 star for this type of restaurant. Everything on menu is made fresh and it’s so good. I’ve never rated a fast food restaurant but this one is way above the others. Great food, clean, great staff, prices are in line with the food. It’s excellent. The fries and onion rings, cheese curds!!!! Haha it’s ok to have, treat yourself and family. This is the best location in my opinion. It’s east of 75. Worth the extra 5-10 minute drive. Thats my take on this all American classic. Just GREAT!“

“Excellent experience at Applebee’s. The food was amazing — everything was delicious and well prepared. The service was good and fast, and the staff was very attentive. The atmosphere is pleasant and perfect for having a good conversation, and there’s no need to make a reservation. I would definitely come back!“

“We've been coming to first watch once a week for 3 years and last week we had the pleasure of having Alyssa as our server. everyone is always great and friendly but Alyssa was hands down the best server we've ever had. The food came out fast and she anticipated all sorts of things for my one year old that made the experience so much better. the food is great and better at this location than any other and the servers are all fantastic.“

“Really great meal and great cocktails“

“Why 25 characters? Good food!“

“Burger and Ice Cream was excellent“

“Great variety of good food and nice atmosphere ♥️“

“The food is always consistent. The Tri Fecta is a go-to.“

“Healthy food that is Delicious.“

“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.“

“Happy to find this wonderful place, we have been often and every meal was delicious, good service & the specials are delicious“

“Between the hospitality and the warm environment, our experience at KeKe’s Breakfast on Cortez Rd was nothing short of amazing. The delicious food, the wonderful customer service made this experience truly memorable. We will be back again soon. Thanks to Cookie and Karen for a fun and enjoyable breakfast experience.“

“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!“

“Excellent Food! I would love to see you expand to Moccasin Wallow Road!“

“We love this place!…the food and ambience are fantastic!, plus the service is first rate!…In fact we had the same server we had last May when we were here on vacation and she remembered us!, now that we will be living down here, definitely will be eating there a lot more!…If you want great home cooked food, with Vegan, Vegetarian and Gluten Free options, this is the place to go!!!“

“My favorite bar is Sarasota/Bradenton. The food reminds me of back home in Pennsylvania. The people remind me of a combination of the best people from the Eagles, Moose, and Elks combined with a family reunion of my favorite family members. I love this place.“

“friendly service fun atmosphere“

“Delicious! Fries were seasoned perfectly. The garlic parmesan wings were the best. Will be back again soon!!“

“We dine here often, sometimes with a large group. They are always very accommodating. Great food & service. I highly recommend“

“Juan was our waiter and he was great! The food was hot, served timely; he anticipated refills; we didn't have to track him down to ask for something. It was a totally wonderful dining experience and we will ask for him again!“

“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!!!“

“I celebrated my birthday at this quaint and unique space last month, and have been back several times since.
Meaghan, the owner, is friendly, accommodating, and a lovely person to chat with.
We have tried just about everything on their food menu, as well as sampled many of their wines. Everything we tried we loved!
We particularly enjoyed the Lola Pinot Noir. As we learned, Lola, is the label of her brother's vineyard in the Sonoma Valley.
Don't expect over-the-top service, expect excellent food, excellent wine, and excellent conversation.
Just love this place! Supporting local restauranteurs is so important. Keep the national chains from absorbing or forcing the mom and pops out.
Cheers to the entire Jennings Provisions team!“

“The service was amazing 🤩 I am a tough one when it comes to customer service especially because I’ve done it for over 23 years and from the moment I walked through the door a nice young lady named Carley greeted me immediately with a huge welcoming smile 😃 she seemed excited to be here. Carley seated me and alerted my waitress right away. My waitress an amazing energetic and polite young woman named Emily greeted me right away and took my drink order and was back in less than 5 minutes with my drinks. When I was ready to order she took my order and when it came out it was hot and fresh! Their version of the BLT and tomato Basil soup was amazing my compliments to the chef. The lavender lemonade was also To die for! I sat in this establishment for a bit over two hours just observing, and the team that was on duty were amazing. Everyone seem to be smiling and happy and they all were moving at a respectable rate. The customers all seem happy, and I even watched a few hug a few of them, waiters and waitresses. I’ll be back again and again!“

“Food came out really quickly. Service was nice and friendly. A bit expensive; although the portion sizes were pretty big. Restaurant only has about six tables and they are closed on Sunday's which seems odd. From the outside it's hard to tell they are open at night as it is so dark.“

“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!“