Finding a spot to eat lunch is easy on Anna Maria Island where restaurants offer mouth-watering cuisine and breathtaking views. We’ll start at the north end and make our way down AMI.
The Rod and Reel Pier is a little piece of Old Florida that has served traditional fare, local favorites, and famous fish specials since 1947. Order the grouper sandwich, shrimp po’boy, or a pier burger. You can’t go wrong with the view or the food.
The Waterfront Restaurant & Craft Bar is another place that takes visitors back to a simpler time. The open-air patio offers stunning views of Tampa Bay, while the menu highlights a half dozen salads and sandwiches, including fresh catch you can order blackened, fried, jerk, or grilled.
Feel like pizza for lunch? Head to Pizza Social on Pine Avenue for a build-your-own or one of their specialty pizza. They offer a gluten-free cauliflower crust and salads as well.
At Sandbar Seafood & Spirits on the Gulf side of the island experience a family atmosphere with a view you can’t beat. Enjoy fried Gulf shrimp or fish tacos served with braised greens or cheese grits.
Ginny & Jane E’s Cafe & Coastal Store serves a beach break lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Have a vegetarian or vegan in your group? Ginny & Jane E’s menu includes vegan dishes such as a quinoa and black bean burger, avocado toast, and a kale salad.
In Holmes Beach, Scott’s Deli on Gulf Drive North is the spot for great food, excellent value, and friendly service. The deli prides itself on serving fresh, homemade sandwiches made the way you like them.
Down on Marina Drive, discover the beachy vibe of The Ugly Grouper, an outdoor spot with games, live music, and TVs. The menu reflects the festive atmosphere with an ugly burger, mahi sandwich, and pulled pork sliders.
For lighter fare, head to Blueberries Café and Wine on Gulf Drive with its bright interior and healthy menu. The cafe offers paninis, wraps, pizza, and bowls, with several vegan choices, green juices, and smoothies.
The Cheesecake Cutie & Cafe on Bay Drive uses the finest ingredients in all their dishes, whether bakery items or lunch fare. Sandwiches are fresh and hearty, as are flatbreads, table salads, and green salads. But save room for dessert.
Wilder’s Slice of AMI on Gulf Drive in Bradenton Beach has a menu with a dizzying array of options sure to satisfy every taste. They serve hot and delicious calzones, stromboli, gyros, burgers, pasta, and pizza.
Is your mouth watering yet? Anna Maria Island has the solution for that!