food was over the top good like AMAZING 10/10 i highly recommend the poke bowl and the buffalo sandwich

Great spot right on the beach in Anna Maria Island! You really can't beat the view and atmosphere at Sandbar Seafood & Spirits. The margaritas were great -- I went for the "Bucket" and it did not disappoint! We started with the shrimp appetizer, which was excellent, and I had the blackened grouper for my entrée. Fresh, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. Yum! Great drinks, great seafood, and an incredible Gulf view. Exactly what you want from a Florida beach restaurant. We'll definitely be back! read more

Sandbar Seafood & Spirits - Bucket Margarita - Seafood Near Me - Anna Maria, Florida

Sandbar is an amazing choice to bring guests visiting from out of town. The food is great, but what really makes it an awesome experience is the view. Located right on the beach, it's a beautiful spot to watch the sunset over some great drinks and appetizers. Service is consistent and servers are always enthusiastic and kind. read more

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I was in town for a work trip and a beach dinner is a must! It was very busy for a Tuesday evening, but we were able to grab a drink and wait outside for our table (a quick 20 minutes!) The cowboy shrimp is a MUST ORDER!!! Delicious and the sauce paired with the focaccia is end game. I got the grouper tacos - perfectly blackened and a kick of flavor! The rice and beans was also good. Others at my table got the shrimp tacos and and coconut shrimp that were said to be good as well. Service was phenomenal, quick and overall a great vibe! Plus it's a perk to be able to run onto the beach for a quick sunset pic while waiting for our food. :) read more

Sandbar Seafood & Spirits - Grouper Tacos - Seafood Near Me - Anna Maria, Florida

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Great dinner spot for a big group! We had a birthday dinner for 8 people and we were very happy with the service, food and timeliness of it all. The food was delicious, drinks were strong, and sunset was perfect! Will definitely be back here read more

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Ambiance is great, the views of the beautiful white sand beach and blue/green Gulf of Mexico were amazing. The service was very good. I had the lobster roll and the lobster had absolutely no taste. Super disappointed. My husband had the blackened grouper sandwich and he said it was very good. The best part of my meal were the French fries I wasn't supposed to get as I asked for coleslaw instead, but was glad they made a mistake! Can't wait to go back to that beach tomorrow! read more

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For a restaurant right on the beach, I was, admittedly, expecting it to be tourist-trappy and mediocre. My friend and I grabbed a late lunch and we were so pleasantly surprised! First of all, amazing to have access to an indoor, air conditioned area to eat midday by the beach. We both got the shrimp tacos- while you're definitely paying beachfront prices, we really enjoyed the tacos and the fries. Our server was also very friendly. read more

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The food here is super amazing. The grouper tacos were very fulfilling along with the rice & beans. My spouse had the blackened chicken nachos and the clam chowder, both very good choices as well. The highlight of the night was the service though. Been a min since I've had such quality service. We dined at night which provided a lovely ambiance. Valet parking and self parking are both available. Also tried the Myami Vice which was strong and tasty. I'd come back, good job Sandbar Seafood & Spirits! read more

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Definitely worth a visit! Ben our server was phenomenal! He helped me figure how what I could have that was gluten free dairy free and my fish was delicious! We had the shrimp cocktail to start and even the bartenders were lovely with obliging on making drinks the way we preferred. They use Nathalie's fresh cold pressed juices and it makes a huge difference. Definitely worth a visit when on the island and reservations in advanced are strongly suggested! read more

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I stumbled upon this spot while searching for parking and I'm so glad I did! They offer free two-hour valet parking if you dine at the restaurant, which was perfect since I wanted to spend some time at the beach. I sat outside and the restaurant is directly on the beach with amazing views. I ordered a virgin piña colada and the coconut shrimp, and both were delicious. Such a great find! read more

Sandbar Seafood & Spirits - Virgin Pina Colada - Seafood Near Me - Anna Maria, Florida

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This place is very popular because of the location but the food was good. The drinks were not strong at all and I got a double. For food I had the coconut shrimp which was very good and the grouper tacos were delicious. Overall the food was solid and everyone liked what they got. Our waitress was great. read more

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Great place, they were all so nice, food and drinks so good. Hung out on the beach there everyday and had lunch and drinks on the deck! The grouper dishes are so good, we tried them all! Service was great from walk up window, bar and dining room! Had so much fun here! read more

Ordered the chicken nachos and cowboy shrimp. Was more than enough food for two and very delicious. Waiter was very accommodating and attentive. We were seated outside and had a great view of the beach. Highly recommend! read more

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We made a reservation, and sat outside with the best view. Our service was quick and food was delicious. We definitely would come back. read more

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My wife and i came for a little birthday lunch and the food was great, we had the calamari and we got some tacos. i got the shrimp tacos and she got the grouper and we shared and it was great. Service was very quick and the ambiance was great as we were right on the sand. Can't wait to come back! read more

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We spent the day at the beach and had dinner at the Sandbar after. Valet was $45 for dinner and the day at the beach. The atmosphere was fine and the service was great! We started with the coconut shrimp. It was good. I got the hogfish with polenta. The polenta was excellent. For me the hogfish was just okay. It was very thin and the fry didn't have much flavor. We also had the shrimp and grits which was fantastic! It was super rich I am glad that we split everything. It was so interesting to have one dish that lacked flavor and the other to be bursting with so much flavor. Overall, the experience was good a little pricey but that is to be expected on the beach. I would come back and try some different options. read more

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Definitely worth the trip. Food was good, service was awesome and the view of the beach amazing. Our server Zach was terrific and very attentive, he suggested the Cowboy Shrimp from the appetizer list and it was delicious. I ordered the Lobster Roll as it has been awhile since I've had one (Rhode Island 2020) and it was just as good! My wife had the Shrimp and Grits, also a very good choice. They don't require reservations but we made one anyway because of the distance we're traveling. Dogs allowed in the outdoor dining area and they offer valet parking. You can spend the day at the beach and walk right in to dine. There's also a sort Of booth window where you can come in from the beach and just order drinks to go. read more

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I got the coconut shrimp here and it was good. The coleslaw and fries were also good that came with the dinner. The service was excellent. We sat outside and although it was hot, they had a lot of fans which helped cool things down. The restaurant plays a fun game here where they let all of the tables guess down to the exact second of what time they think the sun will set, and whoever wins gets a free slice of key lime pie. We won for guessing correctly! The key lime pie was great. I would come back to this place overall! read more

Sandbar Seafood & Spirits - Key Lime Pie - Seafood Near Me - Anna Maria, Florida

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Service was very good, but the value for the food was absolutely not worth it. I had the grouper nuggets with french fries and the portions were very small.I also ordered a side of coslaw, at an additional five dollars, and it was basically two tablespoons worth of coleslaw. I do not eat large portions so for me to comment is significant. read more

Sandbar Seafood & Spirits - Coleslaw - Seafood Near Me - Anna Maria, Florida

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We got a reservation outside, it was a great night to enjoy the view. I've been here twice and have had great service both times, and they are very busy. The waitress suggested the grouper tacos and she was right - light, fresh and so filling! The margarita was good and hit the spot sitting in the sun. I highly recommend making reservations - it's a very busy place! read more

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The food overall was good. Our server was great and checked in on us often. It has a welcoming ambiance and we were even seated by the beach view area! They have both outdoor and indoor seating! read more

Review for our drinks and service at Sandbar 5/5! We entered in the front and quickly realized we could just go to the outdoor window for drinks. We ordered the "My Ami Vice" and "The Spicy Bungalow". The lady taking our payment was kind and efficient. The drinks were both delicious, our only regret was not ordering another one. read more

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Absolutely FABULOUS! Our server, Skylar, was amazing! She was so friendly and kind. Very bubbly and smiley! Our food was soooo good! Not joking, the best chicken tenders I have ever had! Please feel free to message me that recipe or where you guys buy them! PLEASE! Not to mention, the view was wonderful. Also they park your car!?! Heck yeah dude. Just don't be a loser, tip them! Drinks were great too! read more

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This is you typical restaurant in front of the beach and the food was really good! The place was nice with indoor and outdoor seating. Service wasn't the best though. However, the food was the best part. I had the buffalo chicken sandwich. It came with fries and a pickle spear. The fries were crunchy and tasty. The sandwich was the best part. The chicken was thick and juicy and crispy and spicy. It had all the right combinations. I'd love to go back and try something else!! 100% recommended! read more

Usually have good food and service here, but the walk-up window situation needs to be dealt with. The bartenders will completely ignore people waiting - busy or not busy. I get it if it's an annoyance and you're not staffed to handle it, but put a sign up so I don't waste my time waiting for nonexistent service. read more

We decided to make a stop in Anna Maria after our vacation in Siesta Key, and we're so glad we did! The food was absolutely delicious, and everyone in our party of seven enjoyed their meal. I ordered the char-boiled octopus, and it was cooked to perfection. The flavorful sauce paired beautifully with the smashed potatoes, making it one of the best dishes I had on our trip. We visited over the Fourth of July weekend, so the beach was understandably packed. One of the biggest perks was the restaurant's complimentary valet parking for up to two hours. They also offer all-day parking for $45, but the two-hour valet was more than enough time to enjoy lunch and take a quick dip at the nearby beach. Keep in mind, it is $65 if you surpass the two hours. Great food, convenient parking, and an excellent location--I definitely recommend this restaurant! read more

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We went here for lunch on a Saturday afternoon with friends. It wasn't very busy and we were seated right away. The interior looks like it's been redone and was quite nice. It's right on the water so the view is terrific. We had the shrimp flatbread ($19) and the red snapper catch of the day ($38). The snapper was done just right and came with steak fries and delicious coleslaw. The toppings on the flatbread were fine but the bread part was overbaked and hard to cut. It was flavorful but hard to eat. Portions were generous and service was prompt and courteous from Madison, our server. I'd give it 5 stars if it wasn't for that flatbread. There is a full bar and outdoor seating is available. A gift shop and an ice cream shop are located in the lobby. Free valet parking. read more

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The burgers are so mouthwatering I am still thinking about the one I ate 10 hours earlier. Staff were friendly and service was great.

Food was excellent! I had the salmon dinner and my husband had the fried shrimp. Everything was prepared perfectly. Restaurant was extremely busy on a Thursday at dinner time in July! It is a great place right off the beach to enjoy diner. A little on the pricier side but to be expected for the location on the beach. read more

Sandbar Seafood & Spirits - Grilled salmon with rice and beans and coleslaw. - Seafood Near Me - Anna Maria, Florida

Excellent beach food, meaning fresh but nothing fancy. Beautiful sunset views and great service. Mid August 6pm, and quickly seated. We had the octopus (5 ), grouper tacos (4 ) and lobster roll (3.5 ). Half the table had water the other ordered drinks - I didn't ask why but they didn't get a second round. Overall, everyone was satisfied w the food and service. *the roll was good, just not extraordinary as it was "sold". read more

Amazing view!! I came to Anna Maria for the day and stopped by Sandbar for a late lunch. It was so nice to be able to still "be on the beach" and have a refreshing meal. I started off with a pina colada, it was so yummy. For food, I got a Cesar salad with chicken (without cheese as I don't eat dairy) and a side of fries. The fries were very crispy, which I loved. The service here was great and I will definitely be back if I come to Anna Maria again! read more

Sandbar Seafood & Spirits - Cesar salad and French Fries - Seafood Near Me - Anna Maria, Florida

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GREAT FOOD & SERVICE! You will not regret it. We make reservations at off times. It's worth as they are sooooo busy!

Always good food. You can valet your car. We were told 45 minutes outside for sunset. I ordered drinks. My key lime colada was amazing. In 25 minutes we had a table. The restaurant had been remodeled after hurricane. They even have an ice cream bar. We watched the beautiful sunset after walking to the beach. Our server was friendly and helpful. I got the hogfish special. It was melt in your mouth. My daughter got a salad with coconut shrimp. The shrimp were cooked correctly. The shrimp were delicious. Green beans were good also. read more

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Married at the Sand Bar in '08 and we keep coming back. There's something special about this place. We were just here last week once with a party of 8 then two nights later a party of 26, ten teenage girls and sixteen adults. Same amazing service and ambience. Sitting in the sand with friends and family does not get any better. Thanks to the Sandbar staff for an awesome time, again and again. We have lots of choices on the island, don't miss the Sandbar!!! Cheers!!! read more

Sandbar Seafood & Spirits - Beach side dining. - Seafood Near Me - Anna Maria, Florida

Never gets old! Food is better than average. Location, views, and service is exceptional. Really cannot beat the atmosphere. Love it. read more

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The views of Bean Point!! The beach is very large. We believe we saw a wedding or engagement. This restaurant was very busy we were able to get in without a reservation. They have a large parking lot. Took the trolley. read more

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A staple on Anna Maria, the Sandbar offers a beautiful location, with a plentiful menu, gift shop, and ice cream bar. Valet parking. Appetizers large enough to share. Always busy, the service was slow for the mains. Make a reservation or you will likely have a wait for a table, especially outside. Sunset views are unmatched. read more

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I got the crab cake off the starters menu for $23, 1 "large" cake with greens, lemon, and sauce. It's definitely not a crab cake the way I expected it to be. If you like carrots and celery in your crab cake you might enjoy. Definitely not the same thing as back home in the DMV with our expected real crab cake. You're welcome for trying it for the team tho lol read more

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I've always considered BeachHouse my favorite, but I have to say--Sandbar has truly stepped up. Their menu is by far the best compared to BeachHouse and Mar Vista. And while the breathtaking sunset view is a highlight, what really sets Sandbar apart is their long-standing tradition of the sunset timer. They're the only restaurant that has continued this tradition over the years: if you're dining outside, you get the chance to guess the exact sunset time, and the closest table wins a reward. It's a special experience that my grandparents and family have cherished for the past 27 years, making every visit unforgettable. Also, Jamie has our waitress tonight, she was phenomenal! Thank you for treating my grandparents with the utmost respect, they really appreciated it. read more

Sandbar Seafood & Spirits - Seafood Near Me - Anna Maria, Florida

Absolutely recommend although I'm afraid it's a local spot that may become so popular that we "locals" will get pushed out of it as well as other locations. Great atmosphere with wonderful staff. Right on the beach and delicious food with indoor or outdoor seating. Service was 2nd to none. Crab cake and drinks were on point. Hogfish and polenta was amazing. Mari was wonderful as our server. Will definitely be back read more

Sandbar Seafood & Spirits - Crank Jumbo Crab Cake - Seafood Near Me - Anna Maria, Florida

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