Bradenton Beach · On the sand
BeachHouse Waterfront Restaurant
200 Gulf Dr N, Bradenton Beach, FL 34217
Tables right on the sand and a covered deck facing the Gulf, open since 1993.
Beachfront dining & live music
Dinner with your toes nearly in the sand. These three waterfront restaurants are Bradenton's classic sunset spots; check each one's site for its live music lineup.
Anna Maria · Sunset on the beach
The Sandbar
100 Spring Ave, Anna Maria, FL 34216
North-end beachfront dining on Anna Maria, best known for its sunsets.
Longboat Key · Bayside
Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant & Pub
760 Broadway St, Longboat Key, FL 34228
Old Florida dining under buttonwood trees on Sarasota Bay, with a dock for boaters.
Make a night of it
Live music & beach dining FAQ
Who owns the BeachHouse, Sandbar and Mar Vista?
All three were sold by Chiles Hospitality to Beachside Hospitality Group in 2024. Each restaurant now has its own website.
Where's the best place to watch the sunset near Bradenton?
Anywhere on the Gulf side of Anna Maria Island. The Sandbar and the BeachHouse both seat diners right on the beach.