THE place to go have a drink or a full meal at sunset on Anna Maria Island! Good seating, the food is wonderful, and the view is amazing! The beach is very natural and you very close to the water. This is unlike some such as Longboat Key, while beautiful in it's own right, pushes you far away from the... more

Another restaurant we really debated visiting, given the reviews on Tripadvisor. But we are so glad we did! Our lunch was fantastic -- huge and tasty portions, excellent service and what a view. We actually sat out in the sand... a very informal and fun experience. My son thought his quesadilla was the best he'd ever had. My coconut shrimp... more

Many restaurants have unfair advantages, as well disadvantages. Never was/is this more true than with the Sandbar. Located literally on the beaches of Anna Maria Fla, it has long since been an annual destination of mine and Tami's. the sunsets basically can't be beat and the setting is always relaxed. Gambling on the exact time of sunset on the horizon... more

Beautiful ocean view. We went in for a Sunday dinner at 5 with a group of 26 with reservations. WE ate insdie to avoid the smoke on the deck. There was also a wedding going on outside. One person ordered the calamari appetizer which was very tasty and a generous portion. The breading was nice and light. It rapidly went... more

Loved, loved, loved it!!! We had a fabulous lunch the other day - my son had the buffalo burger and said it was the best he's had - I tasted it - my first bison burger so I was a little "afraid" but it was very very good. My husband had the beef burger and I had chicken black bean... more

We visited this place on a tip from our friends. First we spent our morning on the beautiful beach directly in front of the sandbar. The view and serenity is spectactular. Then our group decided it was time for libations, and some substanance. Upon arrival to the the sandbar we were met by a very nice young man by the... more

For many years we have tried to go there due to its reputation and failed when we finally got in at a lunch time. The location and view is excellent but...The appetizer we ordered was luke warm and the chicken wings partially cooked. The main course had fries but they were luke warm again and the cod (yes I know... more

This restaurant has earned it's Best View status. Although I haven't visited all the restaurants with a view, this one will not disappoint. If you think you are going to dine and watch the sun set, you better get there super early, the tables outside on the beach and patio go fast and there is a very long wait. We... more

We spent two weeks on Anna Maria Island in July this year. This was by far our favourite restaurant and we ate here four times, both lunch & early dinner. Staff could not have been nicer, atmosphere & views very hard to beat! more