Updated local restaurant guide

Many of the visitors to Five O'Clock Charlie Boat Tours and Charters ask me to provide them with a list of my favorite local restaurants. I have compiled a list of my favorite established restaurants and am in no way sponsored by these restaurants.

Cortez & Anna Maria Island Area

Tide Tables

12507 Cortez Road W, Cortez, FL 34215
www.tidetablescortez.com

Swordfish Grill

4628 119th Street W, Cortez, FL 34215
www.swordfishgrill.com

Cortez Kitchen

4528 119th Street W, Cortez, FL 34215
www.cortezkitchenfl.com

Star Fish Company

12306 46th Avenue W, Cortez, FL 34215
www.starfishcompany.com

Sandbar Restaurant

100 Spring Avenue, Anna Maria, FL 34216
www.sandbardining.com

Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant

760 Broadway Street, Longboat Key, FL 34228
www.marvistadining.com

Bradenton & Palmetto Area

Sage Biscuit Café

1401 Manatee Avenue W, Bradenton, FL 34205
www.sagebiscuitbradenton.com

Riverhouse Waterfront Restaurant

995 Riverside Drive, Palmetto, FL 34221
www.riverhousefl.com

Pier 22

1200 First Avenue W, Bradenton, FL 34205
www.pier22.com

Oak & Stone

1201 Barcarrota Boulevard W, Bradenton, FL 34205
www.oakandstone.com

Mattison's Riverwalk Grille

101 Riverfront Boulevard, Bradenton, FL 34205
www.mattisons.com

O'Bricks Irish Pub & Martini Bar

427 12th Street W, Bradenton, FL 34205
www.obricks.com

Sushi, Asian Cuisine & Specialty Dining

Izumi Japanese Steak House & Sushi Bar

3611 First Street E, Suite 690, Bradenton, FL 34208
www.izumisushifl.com

Migi Sushi

4420 State Road 64 E, Bradenton, FL 34208
www.migishushibradenton.com

Thai Palace

5012 15th Street E, Bradenton, FL 34203
www.thaipalacebradenton.com

Michael John's Restaurant

1040 Carlton Arms Boulevard, Bradenton, FL 34208
www.michaeljohnsrestaurant.com

Casual Favorites

Cut Golf & Grill

101 Palmview Road, Palmetto, FL 34221
www.cutgolfandgrill941.com

Bonefish Grill

7330 52nd Place E, Bradenton, FL 34203
www.bonefishgrill.com

Cook Your Catch

If you plan on going on a fishing charter and would like the fish you catch prepared by a local restaurant, call ahead before your trip. Some local restaurants may offer a "cook your catch" option for a small preparation fee. Policies can vary, so it's always best to check in advance.

A Local Seafood Market Worth Visiting

Cortez Fish House

4410 127th Street W, Cortez, FL 34215
www.cortezfishhouse.com

If you're looking to bring home some of the freshest seafood on Florida's Gulf Coast, the Cortez Fish House is a great stop. They offer an outstanding selection of locally caught fish, shrimp, crab, and other Gulf of America favorites. They can also assist with shipping seafood so you can enjoy a taste of Cortez long after your vacation ends.

For additional recommendations on restaurants, attractions, fishing charters, dolphin tours, sunset cruises, and things to do around Anna Maria Island, Bradenton, Palmetto, and Tampa Bay, just ask us at Five O'Clock Charlie Tours & Charters.

Bon Appétit!