Restaurants near Cortez

“Enjoyed lunch yesterday with friends. Food was great. Our server was Bella who was amazing. Great personality and made us feel special.”

“Best cake ever! They made a cake for my husband’s big round number birthday and it was stunning :-) he is a sport fisherman, and they actually reproduce his boat to a T! The texture and taste of this chocolate cake surpassed even the beauty of the outside! Run don’t walk to this bakery they don’t exist in this area:)”

“Best coffee in USA by a mile and a lovely boutique with it Well worth a stop”

“I had chocolate peanut butter cup. My dogs had sundaes taken to them. Vanilla ice cream with a milk bone on top. Best of all it was delicious and not over the top expensive.”

“Love the location and live music!”

“Sam, Lisa and their crew are absolutely awesome!”

“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.”

“Ton of fun. Live music. Local artists. Great food. Some complain that you have to pay to park but this is a big undertaking and it is a fundraiser for the area so deal with it. Shuttle buses were constant and even if you walked it was not a big deal. Food and drinks were not cheap but what is these days? It was quality LOCAL food! Tons of activities for kids as well. This years festival was our first and we are already looking forward to 2024! Got a couple of great pieces for our house from local artists. Great festival.”

“Andrei! Was an absolutely fantastic waiter. So attentive too! The food was delicious from the French fries and salad to the pizza and pasta. A great experience! A special birthday donut with candles was delivered to our table as well. Highly recommend! Andrei made it more enjoyable too.”

“Excellent!!!! Unexpected. Very happy to find this restaurant. Delicious food, served beautifully, seasoned to perfection, and our server, Linda, added to the great experience. Go!”

“Love Bailey B! She was amazing and awesome. Treated our group so well!”

“This place is the ONLY spot within manatee county serving fine dining experiences. I am in love with the level of service provided. Jen is always present without being overbearing. Mike is incredibly attentive to your needs. Suggestions, and experiences. Doug…. The comedic relief is hilarious and most welcomed aside. Thank you chateau for another wonderful evening.”

“We had the most delicious breakfast here several times over the last visits to Anna Maria Island! The ham/swiss omelette was the best I’ve ever had! Friendly staff and excellent food! Can’t wait to come back! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟”

“We rented this for a bachelorette sunset cruise! It was a great way to sight see and drink on the water. The captains were friendly and knowledgeable! It is a fun activity for larger party (as a lot of the boats around only had a 6 person max option) !”

“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”

“Fabulous burgers and fries. Great service. I highly recommend.”

“Without a doubt the best restaurant in the area. Perfect, old style French. Family run.”

“amazing food everything was on point the tacos were amazing. I dont even like quac and I ate all of theres great flavor. the staff was super friendly amazing food this is my new Mexican food spot 100% recommended”

“Lovely French restaurant and bakery. Outdoor area is dreamy!! Amazing staff.”

“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 💗💗💗”

“The best ice cream in Florida! Generous portions, friendly staff and a wonderful location. You can sit inside or outside, both are fun. Can't wait to go back, yummy!!!”

“Absolutely one of the best dining experiences I’ve ever had. This small, family-owned restaurant won my heart within seconds of walking through the door. My friends and I were visiting from out of town and happened to stumble upon this place while looking for somewhere to eat. We didn’t even realize until after being seated that we had arrived only about 30 minutes before closing. Not once did they make us feel rushed or like an inconvenience — quite the opposite. Pane e Amore is a truly authentic, family-owned Italian restaurant. The menu is simple yet unique, and every single thing we tried — from drinks to dessert — was incredible. We enjoyed the red blend wine, beer, and the pasta of the day: an Italian sausage spaghetti in a white sauce, made completely from scratch, right down to the noodles. It tasted like real Italian food and genuinely made us feel as though we were sitting in the heart of Italy. While our entrées were being prepared, we were served bruschetta that was crisp, light, and perfectly cooked — not overly hard like it often is elsewhere. We finished with a dessert that was equally light and delicious. The service was unmatched. Every interaction was genuine, heartfelt, and full of care. We were treated like family, and in the short time we were there, it felt like visiting relatives in Italy for the holidays. Five stars simply isn’t enough — this place deserves a ten. We will for sure be back.”

“Best fish and chips outside of home, better than the ones we had in London and even Aussie. For all you kiwis on island - here’s where you can have a taste of home 🇳🇿”

“The 💣 diggity 🍣 🍱. Not only is the food out of this world but the atmosphere is killer. The 1st time we ate there the one and only 🎙️Mick Jagger was there. 5 ⭐️”

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

“Great food and Great service. I will be back for sure! I cant believe it took me so long to try it.”

“We saw this was very close to where we’re staying when checking out the area before our trip and looked forward to giving it a try - it did not disappoint in any way! The food was fresh and delicious and the owner and staff were friendly. It’s not a huge menu which we appreciated as they focus on what they do great. Good beer selection and great vibe.”

“The experience and food have always been top notch. I try to go monthly, I would go more but I drive from the other end of Bradenton to make sure I get my Thai fix. I have tried the soups and appetizers! All wonderful and the employees are welcoming.”