Location: Palmetto
Top Restaurants in Palmetto
Top Things to do in Palmetto
- 1. Emerson Point Preserve
- 2. Ellenton Premium Outlets
- 3. Robinson Nature Preserve
- 4. Gamble Plantation Historic State Park
- 5. South Florida Museum and Bishop Planetarium
- 6. Felts Audubon Preserve
- 7. De Soto National Memorial
- 8. Palmetto Historical Park
- 9. McKechnie Field
- 10. Manatee Village Historical Park
Where to Eat in Palmetto: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Palmetto is a city in Manatee County, Florida, United States. As of the 2010 census, the population was listed as 12,606 It is part of the Bradenton–Sarasota–Venice Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Things to do in Palmetto
1. Shake Pit
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 171 reviews
Reviewed By Jennifer E - Parrish, Florida
We went to Shake Pit after helping a friend walk horses up and down the beach and it is now becoming a habit to go have shakes and food after helping out.
Every time we have visited, our food has been amazing. Prices are fair, service is quick and friendly and the shakes- ohh the shakes are AMAZING! you can even blend flavors together. Shake Pit has been around for many years in Bradenton and there is a reason why- because their food/shakes are great!
Cute covered outdoor seating and I think there may be some indoor seating as well, but we have never gone in. If you are in the area and looking for a good shake and some tasty chicken tenders, this is the place to go!
2. The Clam House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 216 reviews
Reviewed By Norman C - Fort Myers, Florida
I had Fried Combo Platter - Crunchy panko fried Haddock, sweet clam strips and five crispy straight shrimp served along side your desired - two homemade sides. The haddock (??) was a little dry. The clam strips were puny and overcooked. The shrimp was good. Would return but would not have their clam strips.
3. Arte Caffe
Overall Ratings
5 based on 93 reviews
An Italian Caffe, Bakery, and Market... Fresh baked bread, Hand made Pasta, and Authentic homemade sauces available. All cold cuts and cheeses are imported and can be sliced to order or made into mouth-watering sandwiches. Come in for a sweet treat and a coffee, or settle in for a meal with friends and family!
Reviewed By William J - Sarasota, Florida
Located in the Village of Arts in Bradenton, Arte Cafe is a surprisingly sophisticated Italian restaurant featuring mainly home made entrees covering a wide selection of pastas, pizzas, meats, sandwiches and cheeses. They do not have a liquor license but encourage guests to bring their own wine which they serve with no corkage fee.
Very friendly and well trained staff add to the ambiance. We were seated for a weekend lunch with no problem but learned that evenings are best secured with a reservation.
4. Sweetberries
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 157 reviews
Reviewed By Jeanmarie45 - Ocean Park, Maine
Always stop here for a great grilled cheese sandwich. Gooey and yummy. All food is straight forward and just as you expect. Good place to relax and not be disappointed. Good prices and quality.
5. Ortygia
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 447 reviews
At Ortygia Restaurant in our artsy 1920's vintage bungalow we offer a unique, culinary experience. Located just minutes from downtown Bradenton. We offer French/Sicilian cuisine in a small, intimate, indoor or outdoor setting. Where many venues offer an array of glitz and glitter, the attraction of Ortygia is its eclectic charm, unparalleled backdrop, the beauty of nature and an abiding sense of La Bella Vita! Add the ambiance of candles, torches, lights, music and laughter, Ortygia glows with its own brand of beauty that lures people back over and over again. Our distinctive and exceptional cuisine is just another reason so many individuals choose Ortygia to host their special events.
Reviewed By Denise E - Vancouver, Canada
Located in an old house in a residential area. You wonder if you are going to the correct place. Small. Friendly efficient service. Had the specials. Veal osso buco with penne and tuna with eggplant and roasted Brussels sprouts. Bottle of Sicilian white wine and shared a started of roasted golden beets. Total cost with tip $125. Food nicely seasoned—not over seasoned with good flavours. Tomato sauce on osso buco was very good
6. Riverhouse Reef & Grill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 826 reviews
A unique blend of casual and elegant. Riverhouse Reef & Grill offers a fresh approach to incredible cuisine and casual elegance. Our waterfront dining room brings the outdoors in with an interior that opens completely to the waterfront. Outside, dockside seating offers glimpses of docile Manatees, playful Dolphins and elegant yachts. Riverhouse Reef & Grill offers only the freshest of seafood, highest quality Ceritifed Angus steaks and burgers, and new twists on old favorites such as our renowned Lobster Pot Pie, Cajun Crawfish Cheeseburger and Fish Tacos, to name just a few! Our salads are made with only the freshest of produce and our soups are all unique house made creations. Reservations not required, but recommended during peak times. Inside and Outside Seating Available. Enjoy These Special Offers: $9 Lunch Menu served Mon-Sat open to 4pm Award-Winning Sunday Brunch: 11am to 2pm $2 Domestic Drafts on Mondays $9 Bottles of Wine 4pm to close Wednesdays Daily Happy Hour 3-7pm
Reviewed By flashover5 - Lowell,Ma
This restaurant sits at the end of a pier surrounded by a marina filled with big,expensive sailboats.This setting on the Manatee River is outstanding but our meals were mediocre at best.I had the blackened gulf scallops which had a seasoning unlike any blackened seafood I have ever had. The flavor was more of a southwest type seasoning which did not add anything to a seafood dish. The scallops themselves had a too firm texture that was not typical of a smooth fresh scallop.My companions both had the lobster pie and both said that the pie had too much gravy and too little lobster with a flavoring that did not compliment the dish(thyme?) None of our meals were piping hot even though we were seated inside.Our experience has us scratching our heads in puzzlement over all the positive reviews.
7. Riverside Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 285 reviews
Reviewed By Armina H
Traditional pub food with a great view. Wait staff friendly and attentive. Seasonal salad tasty but chicken was dry and overcooked. Calamari was almost too greasy and lacked taste.
8. Demi's Noodle House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 94 reviews
Reviewed By Pushrod2911 - Parrish, Florida
Ordered shrimp rolls and pork fried rice. It took 45 minutes for the shrimp roll to come to the table! Now the bad news, it was an hour and fifteen to receive the pork fried rice. No explanation of apology either, here's your meal. Not a real friendly place and a little pricey for what you get. The diet Coke was great !
9. People Italian Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 90 reviews
Reviewed By landv09 - NYC
You will not be disappointed if you choose to eat at this authentic Italian restaurant. The food is simply outstanding! It is not a big restaurant, but it has indoor and outdoor seating. We went on a Friday night and it was very busy, so reservations are recommended. The parking lot is small, so we were told it was ok to park in the bank parking lot across the street if we couldn't find a parking spot.
10. Sea Hut
Overall Ratings
4 based on 356 reviews
Reviewed By Norman C - Fort Myers, Florida
I had FRIED OYSTERS - Select oysters lightly breaded and fried, served with tartar sauce as an appetizer and they were delicious, They were sweet and tender. For an entrée, I had WHOLE BELLY CLAMS - A hard-to-find gourmet delicacy, our whole belly clams are lightly dusted in seasoned flour or breaded and then fried golden brown served with tartar sauce. They were on the tough side and were just barely warm when they reached the table. For sides i had mac and cheese and baby carrots. The mac and cheese was okay. The carrots tasted good but were way overcooked.
