As part of our family tradition when on vacation near the ocean, we have to have fish and seafood…read more What better place than Anna Maria Oyster Bar. The food was as great as I remember it from many years ago. We got a variety of platters and different kinds of fish. My butter garlic scallops were cooked to perfection. Nice green beans and red skin potatoes to go with them. And a very delicious cilantro rice. There is no way to go wrong with any choice. Our non Italian Jovanni waiter was great and funny. As it happens the place was just remodeled and it's looking wonderful. (I was able to take some pictures before they closed for the night). The only thing missing was the old metal hangers with paper towels hanging above each table. But I asked and they said they are putting them on. I can't wait to go back on our next trip.

Unpretentious Dive with Surprisingly Fantastic Seafood…read moreParking & Atmosphere Parking can be tricky upfront, but head around back--there's additional spaces behind the restaurant. Inside, it's a classic, no-frills dive with zero pretension and plenty of booth and table seating. Note: the indoor restrooms are currently under renovation, so you'll need to step outside to use the temporary, air-conditioned portable restrooms. The Food Clam Chowder: A real highlight. Served piping hot--a rare treat when most places serve it barely warm--packed with tender clam bits and hearty potato chunks. Classic, traditional flavor. Coconut Shrimp (6 pc): Well-seasoned with a prominent coconut flavor and no grease. Average-sized shrimp paired with a punchy apricot-horseradish sauce that actually brings the heat. Standard condiments (ketchup, cocktail sauce) are available if horseradish isn't your thing. Smoked Fish Dip: Clean, straightforward fish flavor without unnecessary filler. It automatically comes with tortilla chips, but you can swap them for crackers upon request. French Fries: Golden, crispy, and non-greasy, though they could use a pinch of salt. Overall Impression The plating is basic and the decor won't be winning any design awards, but the attentive service and hot, savory food more than make up for it. If you don't mind a rough-around-the-edges vibe, this local staple is well worth a visit.

Food and service were awesome! Very different environment from other options on LBK…read more The daily specials are a nice touch for variety. Pricing is also competitive!

This is where the locals go. Why? Because we know the great places on LBK. There's something tasty…read morefor everyone on the menu, the servers serve with pride to be serving such delicious food, and the ambiance is a laid-back beachy feel that will keep you coming back.

I decided to go to this restaurant right before a concert in the area. I'm so glad my friend, and I…read moretried it out! The staff was great! They had a few areas for seating. You ordered on a kiosk, which made the process quick and allowed you to see all the options thoroughly. The food was freshly made and came out in a timely manner. Unfortunately, I didn't get any pictures because I was in a rush. If I'm ever in the area, I definitely go back!

Everything about Avocado Cocina was perfect! The hostess was kind and polite. Our waiter was…read moreyoung and full of energy. The food was supreme in every sense of the word. My Taco salad was perfect. My mom had a a "cup" of the Sopa Maya. Besides being the biggest cup of soup she ever had, it was so delicious that she has called me everyday day since then to go buy her more to eat at home for dinner. The layout of the restaurant was perfect. They also had more tvs than I could count. It's the best place to watch all the ball games and hockey matches.

We found this beautiful beachfront restaurant on Anna Maria Island. We had a little trouble getting…read morea reservation but luckily succeeded. Our server was very helpful, attentive and friendly . He spent a lot of time telling us about the restaurant and the menu which was very helpful. We had the Hawaiian bread, crab cake for appetizers. I had the Seabass which was the best meal I've had on the trip. The lava cake was grand and one of the best lava cakes I've had. The view, aesthetic, staff and food did not disappoint and I highly recommend this place.

Over Priced Tourist Trap…read more We recently moved to the area and wanted to try this place. We won't be back. Even on a Monday night the wait for a table was an hour and a half, so we grabbed seats at the bar. That didn't help much. It took over 20 minutes just to get a drink order in, and another 20 after we asked for menus. We put the whole food order in at once. The course timing was fine, but I had to go get our own appetizer plates. There was one bartender covering a packed bar plus everyone waiting on tables. He was clearly slammed, but that's a staffing problem, not his fault. The food was worse. Everything tasted like Sysco at best: * Bread service: $15, which says a lot. * Ceviche: Meh. Nothing spectacular. * Grouper sandwich: OK. The fries were definitely the frozen, food-service kind. * Short rib: Ridiculously fatty. * Gouda grits: Fine. * Broccolini: Nothing special. Everything came out lukewarm. You're paying for the view and the location, not the food or the service. The one thing I appreciated was the valet, because it got me out of there quickly.

The best casual dining you'll ever do ! Delicious. Get the lobster. It's fantastic. So are the…read moreclams. Mmmmmm

There was plenty of parking available. The exterior was under renovation during our visit and,…read moreunfortunately, didn't make the best first impression. Inside, the restaurant felt spacious but somewhat dated, with a handful of locals gathered at the bar. We were seated immediately since there were plenty of open tables, and the wait staff was friendly enough throughout our meal. The food was a mixed experience. The clams were overwhelmed by an overly salty broth, making it difficult to enjoy their natural flavor. The Ahi tuna was disappointing. It tasted less than fresh and was sliced much thinner than what was shown in the photo. The Ipswich clams themselves were good quality, but the accompanying sauce lacked flavor and needed more seasoning. On a positive note, the tacos were very tasty and ended up being the highlight of the meal. Overall, the experience had its ups and downs. While a few dishes missed the mark, the tacos and convenient parking helped redeem the visit somewhat.

We had a great experience dining at this restaurant, would definitely recommend. Friendly service,…read morecreative dishes and great value. We started with the carpaccio and artichokes to share: the carpaccio was pretty good, nothing too special. The artichokes were amazing. One of the best artichoke appetizers I've ever had. They were soft and tender and the sauce paired deliciously well. Very unique. I highly recommend trying. Scallop appetizer: the scallops were cooked very well, I thought the caramelized onions were not cooked that memorably, they also weren't my favorite pairing with this dish. The sauce was ok, the scallops were the star, the other components were not the best but I enjoyed the appetizer Shrimp and scallops linguine: (blackened) The shrimp and scallops were very tasty and well cooked. The pasta was al dente and sauce was good, maybe could use a bit of salt but the dish overall was very good. Gnocchi and medallions: the gnocchi was surprisingly good, it's hard to get good gnocchi but these were really good. The sauce was delicious!! And the medallions were cooked perfectly and seasoned just right. I'm ordering this again when I come back. Sea bass: really good dish composition. The eggplant and zucchini ratatouille paired really good with the pesto and the mashed potatoes, and the star of the show was the fish, cooked really well and seasoned very nicely (got it blackened). Highly recommend. Brussels sprouts were also a really enjoyable side. I will happily come back :)

Food was Great! Had the Family Style Surf & Turf!! Shared amongst 3 of us…read more Waiter was ok, not great. Could of been more attentive, this from someone who grew up in the restaurant business. Still left 20%, next time will be the real test. Again Food was Great!!!

Dinner was amazing! Had the steak (Rio?) and appetizers (both the tuna & salmon) all delicious and…read morebeautifully presented. Service was terrific and timely. Prices were surprisingly reasonable for the food quality. This isn't just a beach bar, it's fine dining and I highly recommend.

We LOVED everything!!!! The only thing I'm disappointed about is not coming here sooner. We'd…read morewalked past Bamboo Island Bar MANY times in the last 5yrs and always thought "Oh, this place looks cool!" But, never went in‍. Maybe it was the stairs... The not knowing plus the heat. But, it's beautifully decorated, open-aired, the food and service are phenomenal, so 100% worth the climb! We had a lamb, steak, pizza & calamari dish, all were delicious! Our party was made of up 3 career fine dining servers and we had zero complaints! I almost don't want to write this review because I want this place to remain hidden! Maria & Brady, thank you!(sneaking out the birthday dessert because you overheard us say it was my husband's birthday, was so appreciated!) We'll be back soon!

Oh Whitney's how I love you! This place has some of the best vibes for vacay - relaxed, chill and…read morefun, add the delicious food and margaritas and it's a 100% win win! Tuckered into an old gas station building, is a fun little place called Whitney's. They have indoor and outdoor seating and are dog friendly. Their flavored margaritas - cucumber, Jalapeno, classic are amazing, and super fresh tasting! Typically I order a pitcher of margaritas and go through the restaurant to the other side where the garage door opens and they have a cornhole area with Adirondack chairs, so you can relax while playing. Wander inside or outside to your table and grab some delicious food. My favorites are the grouper bites, grouper sandwich, the BEST Caesar salad (seriously I dream about this one), and the burgers. The service is always top notch here too - another added bonus. They occasionally have live music on the patio which is a fun vibe. If you are on LBK and wondering where to dine, check this place out. Very relaxed atmosphere, so dress casual grab a margarita, play a game of cornhole, then go grab some delicious food. I'm a big fan and think you will be too! Till next year Whitney's, that time can't come soon enough! Cheers & Enjoy!

4 open tables inside, 7 tables open outside - zero people there waiting on a table. Was told the…read morewait would be 25 min to be sat at a table... because "we have a list." You have a list for 11 open tables in the next 20 min, at 1:30 on a Thursday, in summer off season? Plenty of other places to get a $30 taco and a beer.

Absolutely -- corrected version:…read more The Doctor's Office was one of those meals where everything we ordered was memorable. Such a cool concept, but more importantly, the food and drinks absolutely delivered. We started with the Lobstercargots -- chunks of lobster baked in herbed garlic butter and served with fresh-baked focaccia for dipping. Forget escargot; this is the way to do it. The bread soaking up that garlic butter might have been worth the trip by itself. The Bistro Blue Tomato Soup was fantastic. Rich, smooth and full of flavor, with the signature syringe of Grey Goose. "Goose the soup!" Great presentation and even better soup. For the main course, the Famous Bistro Bouillabaisse was outstanding. Lobster tail, Gulf shrimp, grouper, mussels and clams in a saffron tomato broth, with more fresh-baked bread for dipping. Beautiful dish and absolutely delicious. And then there's the Street Corn Named Desire cocktail made with butter-washed tequila. What a drink! The street-corn garnish and seasoned rim make it one of the most creative cocktails I've had in a long time -- and it tastes as good as it looks. The Doctor's Office manages to be fun and clever without the concept overshadowing the food. Excellent meal, creative cocktails and great attention to detail. Definitely a place we'll come back to.

The Doctor's Office on Anna Maria Island is SUCH a cool experience. The whole concept is fun and…read morequirky--an old doctor's office turned into an intimate cocktail bar and restaurant, with so many little details that play into the theme. Service was friendly and accommodating, and they start you off with "wellness shots" which is super fun! The cocktails were creative, beautiful, and seriously good. I had the PInk Paloma Club with was equally as refreshing as it was garnished beautifullyrics. The food absolutely held its own! The lobstercargot were rich and delicious, the warm brioche rolls with maple butter were dangerously good. We tried both versions of the grouper, our entrées were beautifully presented and packed with flavor, fish cooked perfectly. Everything felt thoughtful and elevated without being stuffy. We had to finish with two dessert cocktails off the "clinical trials" menu, one was a tequila espresso martini, and one was a take on a Dubai chocolate martini. Perfect ending! The atmosphere is cozy, unique, and a little unexpected--exactly the kind of place I love finding while traveling. Definitely worth an "appointment" if you're on Anna Maria Island.

I ordered a mahi sandwich and it was good. Blackened and not spicy at all (sometimes I worry that…read moreit's going to be overly spicy)! Service was good - I sat at the bar alone. The fries are absolutely the BEST I've ever had! I seriously couldn't believe how good they were...I normally won't eat fries but I actually finished them! My niece takes her 3 and 4 year old here and they love the food and the fun! Definitely family friendly!

So bad we walked out after trying their "gator" bites…read more More like maybe 2-3 tiny pieces of gator mixed in with chicken.