Location: Anna Maria
Top Restaurants in Anna Maria
Where to Eat in Anna Maria: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Forty miles south of Tampa and just seven miles west of Bradenton, Anna Maria is a paradise island. With the Gulf of Mexico to the west, Tampa Bay and Anna Maria Sound to the east and Sarasota Bay to the south, the seven-mile-long tropical island is a gem, with beautiful white-sand beaches on all sides and a year-round population of just 1800. The island was originally discovered by the Timucan and Caloosan Native Americans and then by Spanish explorers.
Things to do in Anna Maria
1. Old Hamburg Schnitzelhaus
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 598 reviews
Authenticity is the key for us at the Old Hamburg Schnitzelhaus™, and we strive to bring you the best in traditional German and Austrian cuisine. Our menu includes various versions of schnitzel, roasts, sausages, potato pancakes, brats and of course, German Gemutlichkeit (German hospitality). No question, we only serve the best German beers and wines. The atmosphere at the Schnitzelhaus™ is like what Anna Maria Island is for Florida: Fun, laid back, simply “gemutlich”. Come hang out and enjoy yourself on one of the wooden tables or by enjoying a or two beers or wines at the bar. Schnitzelhaus™ is the “Wirtshaus” where you gather with your friends, your date or even your grandmother. All are welcome, and all are encouraged to stay a while. We, the owners of the Schnitzelhaus™, are proud of what the Old Hamburg Schnitzelhaus™ Team started bringing to the Island some 15 years ago. We want to keep their heritage and take the German spirit on Anna Maria Island up to new generations. So all will know what German food and spirit stands for in today’s world and what it means to enjoy a fantastic Schnitzelhaus™ night.
Reviewed By Randy K - Bradenton, Florida
Tasty, authentic German food and beer. However, service was ridiculous. Bread is served one slice at a time, as if rationed. Three different people, including the owner tried to take our bread plates and butter away from us. In class restaurants, you’re asked “would you like more bread.” This place pretends to be welcoming, but but the staff is intrusive and controlling. We will NOT go back.
2. Ginny's and Jane E's Cafe and Coastal Store
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
We are located in the Historic City of Anna Maria, a quaint "Old Florida" area on the north end of Anna Maria Island. Our store is a unique collection of local art and interesting finds. We provide beach supplies, like suntan lotion, sunglasses, flip flops and other items to help you have fun and stay comfortable while at the beach. At Ginny's & Jane E's you will hear the sound of people enjoying a meal together with their friends and neighbors. Our cafe offers you a great breakfast and lunch menu. We bake our yummy cinnamon rolls from scratch each morning. We focus on fresh and natural ingredients. All our oink, clocks and moo's are the preservative and chemical free, from cage free eggs, no hormone and steroid free chickens ,to grass fed beef, we care about what we serve.
Reviewed By km198 - atlanta
I love this place. You walk through a very cute gift shop full of goods by local artists to get to the restaurant, then you must stand in line to order. If you see an open table someone in your party can go sit while you order. Despite quite long lines to order we had no trouble getting a table either time we were there since many people are getting take-out. Everything is fresh, Local, and homemade. The sticky buns and creme brûlée french toast are to die for, the veggie burrito was loaded with veggies, and the skillets and pancakes are enormous.
3. Hometown Desserts
Overall Ratings
5 based on 140 reviews
Retail and wholesale dessert company. Wedding and specialty cakes.
Reviewed By Eer35 - Tampa, Florida
Hometown Desserts did an amazing job for our wedding cake setup. We requested flavored mini cupcakes, starfish cookies, and a small cake, beach themed with turtles and crabs and a manatee.
Cindy and her team were so helpful and amazing and made an awesome unique cake! We received so many compliments on it!! And the prices were absolutely reasonable, especially considering it was a destination wedding for us.
Due to hurricane Irma I did not receive my cake topper in time, but Cindy had one available for us and helped us solve a small fiasco in a pinch!! Their hospitality is so welcoming.
Hometown Desserts awesome makes delicious cake pops!! As we enjoy them when we vacation on the island.
4. Waterfront Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
Our regular menu is based on the finest products we can find and updated seasonally. They are prepared in classic form, with emphasis on fresh, natural flavors.
Reviewed By BigSisIndiana - Indiana
Gave this 2/5 rating mostly because of our waitress. Our food was delicious and the portions were generous. Our dealings with the hostess was easy and pleasant. Unfortunately when it came to ordering our food and drinks, our waitress was disorganized and seemed more put out by our large party rather than pleasant and accomodating. Our food came out in a timely manner and was very good, however this was tainted by her unfriendly demeanor. As families that vacation together regularly, we are familiar with the issues of large parties and most waitresses are very helpful and flexible. Specifically when it came to ordering and spltitting the check, she informed us that she could not split the check between the three parties, stating that we were split up between three tables. (we were right next to one another) This was not explained at the start of our meal and we all agreed that we have never been to a restaurant that was unable to split the check. This goes directly back to the original sentiment that she was not flexible and seemed inconvenienced by our large party. I would reiterate that our expectations with a large party and a busy restaurant are reasonable and we understand the long wait and crowded atmosphere. However, we expected better service and a more pleasant experience from a highly rated restaurant.
5. Holy Cow Ice Cream & Other Cool Stuff
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 267 reviews
We serve Working Cow brand ice cream. We carry 36 gourmet flavors, including frozen yogurt and 4 no sugar ice cream, as well as soft serve and frozen chocolate covered bananas. We serve Sundaes, Floats, Banana Splits, Malts and Milkshakes. Your choice of flavors.
Reviewed By LiveInBalance - Anna Maria, Florida
We visit for ice cream about once a week. We also take home hand-packed quarts of their no-sugar-added black cherry. The BEST no-sugar ice cream I’ve ever had. (And I can’t find that anywhere else)
It’s a family owned place. Really kind, warm hearted service.
They have a repeat customer program to reward regular customers.
Huge selection of Unique flavors and four no-sugar-added flavors.
6. The Donut Experiment
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Welcome to The Donut Experiment, where every donut is your creation! We start with a delicious, fresh-made cake donut and then you pick from our huge selection of icings and toppings. Yours can be as simple as plain or glazed or as crazy as key lime, maple bacon or Sriracha. Stop by today and begin your own experiment. We also serve premium, local roasted coffee and espresso drinks.
Reviewed By ren1286 - Lake Villa, Illinois
By the time we got our donuts, we had been waiting an hour. The earlier you get there the better!! The donuts were worth the wait though! Very fresh and it’s fun to create your own!
7. Dips Ice Cream
Overall Ratings
4 based on 207 reviews
Ice cream, Candy and Sports shop. Come see us at 503 Pine Avenue at our new location connected to the Anna Maria General Store and Deli! Over 35 delicious flavors of ice cream with NO high fructose corn syrup and NO bovine growth hormones. Straight from Florida cows with the freshest and locally sourced ingredients.
Reviewed By Dustin A
Great icecream and a great atmosphere.. A great place for friends and familys to enjoy icecream and they also have a wide variety of candy for kids and grownups .. The owner is a great person with great customer appreciation.. excellent buisness ...
8. Two Scoops
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 885 reviews
Two Scoops offers 32 flavors of delicious hand-dipped, homemade ice cream. Shakes are made to order with so many flavorful combinations! A full breakfast and lunch menu with a side of chips, candy, dips, coffees, gourmet treats and more! Be sure to try our world famous chili cheese dog for just $1.99. Two Scoops is located in Bayview Plaza - at the north end of Anna Maria Island right across the street from the Anna Maria City Pier.
Reviewed By TnTWalter - Indy
trash can flavor seems to be a hit. there's something about getting ice cream on vacation. also love the gift shop next door.
9. Vinny & Cheryl's Italian Kitchen
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 328 reviews
Gourmet Take-out Lunch and Dinner Italian Bakery, Deli, Italian Market, Pizzeria and Catering for all accasion
Reviewed By ace091 - Saratoga Springs, New York
For me, the test of real Italian food are two dishes - Bolognese and Eggplant Parmigiana. This place passed both with flying colors. Great Bolognese with perfectly done pasta, and Eggplant Parm with the eggplant done so that it kept some texture and an incredible sauce.
This place will be a regular for Italian take-out. Solid menu, Vinny cares very much about what he serves.
Salute!
10. Poppo's Taqueria
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 524 reviews
Reviewed By Tom B - Worthington, Ohio
Enjoyable reasonably priced AMI eating alternative of made to order tacos, burritos, quesadillas, and Mexican bowls with a decent selection of bottled beers and soda. Had a very tasty wild boar chorizo taco topped with fresh ingredients and a side of black beans and rice with a cold bottle of Jarrito lime soda. Very limited inside and outside seating.
Apparently there are three other locations in the Bradenton area. Can't wait to return.
