gRub Tropical BBQ, a vibrant restaurant nestled in the heart of Anna Maria, blends traditional American barbecue with delectable tropical flavors, creating a unique culinary journey. With a modern, casual ambiance, this culinary retreat has quickly become the talk of the town. As a restaurant, bar, banquet hall, caterer, barbecue restaurant, and personal chef service, gRub offers a multitude of services, making it the ideal venue for any event or craving.
caroline “Carrie83” Little
We visited in England for the 2nd time in August of 2025 and only getting around to writing a review now!
It is such a nice place to get out of the August sun and watch the passers by on Pine Avenue. the service was quick and the food, very delicious indeed.
I am now writing a book about Pine Avenue and this place is definitely getting a mention!
… moreShannon Long
Food was good. I ordered the Cuban sandwich with black beans and rice; my husband ordered the ribs, a side of pulled pork and fries. BBQ was good, but not better than what our favorite BBQ restaurant (Meat – Old Town Lansing, MI) serves. The server was excellent.
… moreLachlan Francis
Fun, laid-back joint with a unique (and very tasty) take on BBQ classics. Frose is on tap all day, and they’ve got good espresso and coffee options in the morning. Fast-casual style with good food and reasonable prices by island standards.
… moreAdam M
Worst bbq ive ever had. I should have KNOWN . I got a half pound brisket. Normaly brisket is cut in front of you at a bbq. This was not. i couldn’t the food or anything behind the wall of the kitchen.
I was suspicious when my food didnt come right out as i was the only one there , the cook was watching the football game so I asked if they dont just slice the brisket as the cook grabbed a “frying pan”? said its shaved?? I waited for a while. Finally got it , to go. When I opened it in my car I was in disbelief. Dry , not smoked , shriveled up , curlled up slices that were reheated in a pan sitting in a Puddle of greese not bbq juices . I took two bites and got a refund ! The girl at the counter/ cashier was great. The manager/owner was professional.
This is not bbq . Byer beware.!!
… moreJ Cham
The food was really good. The flavors of the side dishes were complex and delicious. The sauce is unlike traditional bbq sauce and very tasty. The waiter was exceptionally sweet! Thanks for the great food and great experience.
… moreMaria
We happened to walk by gRub Tropical BBQ and decided to give it a try. Love the atmosphere and the food was really great!! I ordered the Coquina Chick sandwich and my husband had the Willow Wrap and both were AMAZING!! Zach the bartender was also our server and he was awesome! He was fast, super friendly and made us feel welcome. Love this place!
… moreMike Uptegrove
Not only was the food fabulous – Mojo pork platter with cucumber salad and banana bread. But Kara and Zach have the warmest welcome on AMI making everyone feel special!! This was the second time we celebrated a birthday at Grub. Well done guys !!
… moreThomas G
A perfect place to wrap up a day at the beach. Really yummy BBQ options (ribs, briskets, etc) and many nice cold local beers on tap. Modern interior with most seats inside but a few covered outside tables. Lots of parking options on the street (remember no tires on the pavement). The briskets were so tasty, the pulled pork less impressive. As for side dishes, the cucumber salad was really yummy, but the black bean coconut rice was a tad dry. Has a few TVs showing sports, but no sound, so easy to ignore if needed.
… moreECHO HERMAN
We had such a great experience at Grub on Anna Maria Island, and a big part of that was thanks to Ben. From the moment we walked in, he made us feel welcomed and taken care of. His energy is upbeat without being over the top, and he really knows the menu — his recommendations were spot-on.
The food was absolutely delicious (seriously, every plate was a hit), and Ben checked in just enough to make sure we had everything we needed without ever feeling rushed. It’s rare to find service that feels both friendly and genuinely attentive, but he nailed it.
If you’re visiting Anna Maria Island, make Grub a must-stop — and if you’re lucky enough to get Ben as your server, you’re in for an even better experience.
Highly recommend!
… moreStaci Wiebelhaus
We ordered two Thanksgiving meals for a family of 11 and it did not disappoint! The turkey was juicy and flavorful and potatoes and garlic rolls were delicious. My favorite was the bread pudding! If you have this available next year we will definitely order again. Thank you!
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