Florida's Gulf Islands Visitors Guide® 2008 - (Page 39) Cup of Joe 1. DAILY GRIND & MORE Ice Cream 1. JOE’S EATS & SWEETS Sunsets 1. SEE THE SUNSET UP-CLOSE from outdoor, 4937 E. State Rd. 64 Bradenton 941-747-1776 2. GINNY’S & JANE E’S 9807 Gulf Dr., Anna Maria 941-778-3170 3. COOL BEANS CAFE AND ARTS 904 Manatee Ave. W. Bradenton 941-748-3838 4. B’TOWNE COFFEE COMPANY 440 Old Main St., Bradenton 941-745-3100 5. MARKET PLACE COFFEE SHOP 6810 Gulf of Mexico Dr. Longboat Key 941-383-7180 beachfront tables at the Gulf Drive Café on the beautiful Gulf of Mexico. 2. SEND THE SUN OFF IN SONG (“You Are My in Bradenton. 3. TYLER’S ICE CREAM Sunshine”) with the other patrons at the lively in Cortez Village. Sun House Restaurant & Bar. 4. BRUSTER’S in Lakewood Ranch. 3. FEELING LUCKY? Guess the exact time the sun sets from the outside deck at the Sandbar Restaurant and you’ll be able to celebrate your Gulf Drive Café Seafood; B, L, D $-$$$ w b f success and the sunset with a 900 Gulf Dr., Bradenton Beach, 941-778-1919, www.gulfdrivetiki.com complimentary bottle of bubbly. Located on the sandy shores of the Gulf of Mexico, the café is a cozy, family-style eatery that has served breakfast, lunch and dinner since 1981. Famous for light fluffy Belgian 4. THE LOCALS INSIST that a waffles all day. Map grid B-5. See ad on page 42. picnic at Bean Point, named Hemingway’s Restaurant Seafood; L, D $-$$$$$ b f after the first year-round resident, is a great way to 325 John Ringling Blvd., Sarasota, 941-388-3948, www.hemingwaysretreat.com A window into the romantic past - cozy, classy and fun. Celebrating 21 years of success enjoy a quiet sunset on Anna as one of Florida’s most popular restaurants, Hemingway’s is St. Armands’ destination Maria Island. for the upscale casual experience. Map grid D-8. See ad on page 43. 2. MIXON FRUIT FARMS on Bradenton Beach. Casual Dining continued Hickory Hollow Barbeque 4705 U.S. Hwy. 301 N., Ellenton, 941-722-3932 Barbeque; L, D $-$$$ Family-run for 24 years and USA Today’s top 10 pick. Slow-cooked, hickory-smoked meats, prime rib, a great selection of seafood, 25 home-cooked veggies served daily and wonderful homemade desserts. Map grid E-3. Island Creperie 127 Bridge St., Bradenton Beach, 941-778-1011 French; B, L, D $$$ f At this intimate, romantic bistro, the crêpes and other dishes are prepared by cooks speaking French, “so you know it’s the real thing.” Reservations recommended at night. Map grid B-5. Joe’s Eats & Sweets Inc. Desserts; L, D $ w b f 219 Gulf Dr. S., Bradenton Beach, 941-778-0007, www.joeseatsandsweets.com THINGS TO MAKE WITH KEY LIME “The selection is here. The best ice cream; lactose-free, sugar-free, fat-free yogurt, shakes, sodas and smoothies.” Fabulous chocolate-dipped cakes and bananas. Fresh homemade fudge and banana bread. Map grid B-5. See ad on page 42. Lakewood Ranch INTERNATIONAL TASTE TRIP Joto Japanese Steakhouse Lee’s Crab Trap I Japanese; D $$-$$$$ 7971 N. Tamiami Trl., Sarasota, 941-351-4677, www.jotosteakhouse.com Sushi bar and traditional Japanese food. Teppanyaki, table-side cooking. Map grid D-6. f w besides pie. 1. KEY LIME MARGARITAS 2. COCONUT & KEY LIME COOKIES 3. KEY LIMEADE 4. MANGO & KEY LIME CHUTNEY 5. KEY LIME SORBET 6. KEY LIME MARTINI 7. CITRUS & KEY LIME DRESSING 8. KEY LIME CHEESECAKE 9. CILANTRO-KEY LIME MARINADE 10. KEY LIME CEVICHE Seafood; L, D $-$$$$$ 4815 Memphis Rd., Ellenton, 941-729-7777 Specializing in fresh seafood and crab dishes. Map grid E-3. Linger Lodge Restaurant Eclectic; L, D $-$$ w b 7205 Linger Lodge Rd., Bradenton, 941-755-2757, www.lingerlodgeresort.com ef Dining rooms include display cases filled with raccoons, bobcats, armadillos, birds, fish, bugs, spiders, butterflies and reptiles. Map grid F-6. MacAllisters Restaurant Scottish; L, D $-$$$ b f 8110 Lakewood Main St., Lakewood Ranch, 941-359-2424, www.macallisters.com Voted one of Sarasota’s top three new restaurants in 2007. Located in the heart of Lakewood Ranch. MacAllisters features a unique Scottish golf theme with a spacious restaurant and bar. Open 7 days. Map grid H-7. Mangrove Grill Seafood; L, D $-$$$$$ w b 102 Riviera Dunes Way, Palmetto, 941-723-2556, www.mangrovegrill.com Located at the gorgeous Riviera Dunes Marina Resort. Features a classy and fun atmosphere, along with a fabulous and inventive array of cuisine. Map grid D-4. ef Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant Seafood; L, D $-$$$ w b f 760 Broadway St., Longboat Key, 941-383-2391, www.groupersandwich.com A taste of Old Florida. Dine inside the quaint dining room or on the outside deck overlooking serene Sarasota Bay. Dock at the private dock. Enjoy fresh Florida seafood and a frozen pina colada. Map grid B-6. See ad on page 43. Mattison’s Riverside at Twin Dolphin Marina Seafood; L, D $-$$$$$ w b 1200 First Ave. W., Bradenton, 941-748-8087, www.mattisons.com The most beautiful waterfront view in town. Chef Paul Mattison combines his Mediterranean flair with a hint of Asian flavor while focusing on fresh seafood, lamb, duck and beef. Offering outdoor bar and fire pit. Map grid D-4. ef Mexicali Border Café Mexican; L, D $-$$ b f 5502 Cortez Rd. W., Bradenton, 941-761-9516, www.mexicalibordercafe.com Serving the Tulsa area authentic Mexican cuisine since 1987 and now serving the Bradenton area. Map grid C-5. Just when you thought you’d landed in Florida, you are transported to an international center of gastronomic pleasure. The restaurants in the shopping district of Main Street at Lakewood Ranch are proving to be a delicious trip around the world. Among the authentic flavors are Astoria Fine Russian Cuisine serving Borscht, Vareniky, Golubtzy; MacAllisters boasting the best whisky, food and Scottish-style hospitality; Fred’s Restaurant with a fabulous bar and yummy Sunday brunch; the Serving Spoon, a family restaurant fostering good feelings, warmth and community spirit; Saijo Sushi offering fusion and original sushi made with only the finest fish and best sushi rice; and Paris Bistrot, a traditional French bistro specializing in buckwheat and sugar crêpes and Viennoiseries (croissants and pastries). www.FloridasGulfIslands.com | Page 39 http://www.gulfdrivetiki.com http://www.hemingwaysretreat.com http://www.joeseatsandsweets.com http://www.jotosteakhouse.com http://www.lingerlodgeresort.com http://www.macallisters.com http://www.mangrovegrill.com http://www.groupersandwich.com http://www.mattisons.com http://www.mexicalibordercafe.com http://www.FloridasGulfIslands.com
For optimal viewing of this digital publication, please enable JavaScript and then refresh the page. If you would like to try to load the digital publication without using Flash Player detection, please click here.