For over 39 years the Beach Bistro has created countless memories directly on the sands of the Gulf of Mexico. One of the highest rated Zagat rated restaurants in America, the Beach Bistro is devoted to presenting you the best dinner you’ve ever had, with the best view & service to match.
Upscale operation delivering Floridian meals in either an art-adorned interior or patio with views.
Rosaline Carrington
Having lived and dined in various locations worldwide, I can confidently say that this dining experience is the finest I have encountered within a 50-mile radius of Tampa. While many establishments may receive high ratings, the exceptional quality, meticulous preparation, impeccable seasoning, and exquisite presentation of the food surpasses any other in the area. Additionally, the added bonus of a breathtaking view of the Gulf and the opportunity to witness a stunning sunset while enjoying this remarkable meal truly enhances the overall experience. The service provided was flawless. The only reason I deducted one star for the atmosphere is due to the noise level in the main dining area, which is caused by the limited space, numerous tables, and loud conversations among guests.
… moreKasey Kohn
We enjoyed every bite of food. Drinks were great. I enjoyed the “new fashioned ” smoked. My husband tried the Pirate Punch.
This was worth the price. Sat on the beach. We had a beautiful view of the sunset. It was chilly out, and the restaurant provided all of us with throw blankets, a very nice touch, and attention to detail.
Service was a little chopped up, and it seemed like they should have had more than one person handling the number of tables they had on the beach. That said, Matt was lovely and was hustling to do his best to keep everyone attended to.
… moreKristen
This was just incredible from the moment we parked the car! We were confused on the menu online and how it all worked. We sat at the bar and were able to do A la carte, which was great for those not wanting so much food. Every bite of food we had was just amazing and I cannot recommend it enough. The real standout here might have been the service, though. Oscar, the bartender, was a pleasure to chat with, but every person we encountered here was just so nice and helpful. We truly loved every second of our experience.
… moreAlan Pertab
Unforgettable Romantic Dinner at Beach Bistro!
My wife and I had a magical evening at Beach Bistro. We dined on the beach with our toes in the sand, enjoying a breathtaking sunset and delicious food. The four-course meal was incredible – every bite was bursting with flavor! The service was excellent, attentive without being intrusive. To top it all off, we strolled back to our resort along the beach after dinner. Highly recommend Beach Bistro for a special occasion or a romantic night out!
… moreAlyona Safonova
I heard a lot about this restaurant, it turned out to be very popular and it was difficult to reserve a table. Because of that my expectations were much higher. For such an expensive restaurant, I wanted a slightly more gourmet special meal.
Our table was right on the beach, it made atmosphere beautiful and romantic. But the food was by far not delicious, a lot of salt, nothing special. I even had to change the dessert, it was not very tasty. But I didn’t like the new one either.
Atmosphere 5 stars
Cleanliness 4 stars
Service 4 stars
Food 3.5 stars
Pricing 2 stars
… moreAmy Walton
Omg!! Talk about the most amazing food and atmosphere on AMI!! Oscar was the most calm, kind, caring, and attentive server from beginning to end.
The meal is not cheap or quick (you pay for the culinary experience). It is a 4 course tasting menu to die for, and we enjoyed it on the beach during sunset and fireworks!
We all agreed that we could not have had a better meal anywhere else with the spectacular food, service, and view! We would give 100 stars if possible.
… moreTygh VanZandt
One of the most amazing meals of my life! The food was incredible. Not cheap by any means but if you enjoy fine dining it’s quite an experience. It made for a very special birthday celebration for my wife.
… moreChuckIT82
amazing meal – large portions for a 4 course tasting menu
never had such a big thing of seared foie in my life.
the lamb was cooked perfectly and the sauce was sweet and salty. just right
the desserts were great. chocolate tart is a must
the lobster escargot is a must as well.
the wine menu is extensive and the som is quite intelligent and a character! a good thing.
maybe a little dated on the inside but – feels warm and intimate
… moreJ J
We had the most amazing experience, and it was just that, an amazing experience from the time we walked in! James, the GM, was so friendly and seated us on the beach with a glass of champagne. Our waiter, Matt, was very friendly, informative, and attentive. Oscar made the most delicious smoked old fashion and even did a tasting of cognac for me. And the food, what can we say, EVERYTHING was divine, prepared to precision, and perfect from prelude to the end. We loved our experience so much that we made reservations for the rest of the week. Thank you again, Beach Bistro!
Once again, we had an amazing time! We sat at the bar and had another phenomenal experience! Thank you, Joey, for your recommendations and the most delicious pineapple and espresso martinis!!
… moreMarlene Bond
We had the pleasure of dining at Beach Bistro on our honeymoon on Anna Maria Island. We absolutely loved Beach Bistro and easy was our favorite dinner of the whole trip. The selection at each course had options to fit every taste bud. The portions were larger than expected leaving us very full after our dinner. The service and atmosphere were far beyond expectations, leaving us with an amazing memory we will cherish forever. We were sat on a table outside on the beach which was beautiful for the evening sunset! We will definitely be back soon! Thank you to the staff for celebrating with us!!
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