Guidebook for Bradenton

Kate
Guidebook for Bradenton

Food Scene

I would eat here every day if I could. Fast, fresh, organic when possible gourmet Mexican street food. My favorite order--- 2 Poppo's tacos, fresh chips and salsa, and 221BC Kombucha.
56 moradores locais recomendam
Poppo's Taqueria
212C Pine Ave
56 moradores locais recomendam
I would eat here every day if I could. Fast, fresh, organic when possible gourmet Mexican street food. My favorite order--- 2 Poppo's tacos, fresh chips and salsa, and 221BC Kombucha.
They have seating inside, an outdoor covered patio, and also a walk up ordering window. Good custard, sandwiches, and soups.
22 moradores locais recomendam
Sweetberries Frozen Custard & Eatery
4500 Manatee Ave W
22 moradores locais recomendam
They have seating inside, an outdoor covered patio, and also a walk up ordering window. Good custard, sandwiches, and soups.
The whole place looks a little worn, but it's basically a local landmark and definitely hits the spot when you want burgers, fries, and ice cream. Closed Wednesdays. Cash only.
15 moradores locais recomendam
Shake Pit
3801 Manatee Ave W
15 moradores locais recomendam
The whole place looks a little worn, but it's basically a local landmark and definitely hits the spot when you want burgers, fries, and ice cream. Closed Wednesdays. Cash only.
Delicious, NY style pizza close to the apartment. Delivery, dine-in, or pickup.
34 moradores locais recomendam
Dannys Pizzeria
7220 Manatee Ave W
34 moradores locais recomendam
Delicious, NY style pizza close to the apartment. Delivery, dine-in, or pickup.
Fun, family-friendly, casual beach place that has fresh cake donuts with you-pick icings and toppings. I usually go for the maple bacon or key lime with iced house coffee. It can get pretty busy so don't be surprised if there is a wait.
66 moradores locais recomendam
The Donut Experiment
210 Pine Ave
66 moradores locais recomendam
Fun, family-friendly, casual beach place that has fresh cake donuts with you-pick icings and toppings. I usually go for the maple bacon or key lime with iced house coffee. It can get pretty busy so don't be surprised if there is a wait.
Fresh gourmet Mexican street food- it doesn't get much better than that! They have a location close to the apartment too. Same delicious menu plus the added bonus of the beach down the street.
56 moradores locais recomendam
Poppo's Taqueria
212C Pine Ave
56 moradores locais recomendam
Fresh gourmet Mexican street food- it doesn't get much better than that! They have a location close to the apartment too. Same delicious menu plus the added bonus of the beach down the street.
Family-owned business that serves vegetarian and traditional foods. High-quality, delicious, healthy food.
21 moradores locais recomendam
The Sage Biscuit Café- Downtown
1401 Manatee Ave W
21 moradores locais recomendam
Family-owned business that serves vegetarian and traditional foods. High-quality, delicious, healthy food.
Family-owned and operated Greek restaurant. Delicious food and good service.
7 moradores locais recomendam
Olympic Cafe
6408 Manatee Ave W
7 moradores locais recomendam
Family-owned and operated Greek restaurant. Delicious food and good service.
Whether you want a quick snack or a meal replacement, this place has a smoothie for you. Make sure to stop by on Fridays for $5 smoothies.
Smoothie King
3816 Manatee Ave W
Whether you want a quick snack or a meal replacement, this place has a smoothie for you. Make sure to stop by on Fridays for $5 smoothies.
Delicious, handmade chocolates with fresh, real ingredients.
Richey's Chocolates
4710 Manatee Ave W
Delicious, handmade chocolates with fresh, real ingredients.
This place is amazing! I love their fresh O.J., baked goods, and of course the gelato!!!
Anna Maria Island Creamery and Bakery
9801 Gulf Dr
This place is amazing! I love their fresh O.J., baked goods, and of course the gelato!!!
A special restaurant, bookstore, and community experience.
199 moradores locais recomendam
Oxford Exchange
420 W Kennedy Blvd
199 moradores locais recomendam
A special restaurant, bookstore, and community experience.
All the yeses! Delicious tacos and even better drinks. This place is totally worth the drive.
97 moradores locais recomendam
bartaco
1601 W Snow Ave
97 moradores locais recomendam
All the yeses! Delicious tacos and even better drinks. This place is totally worth the drive.
Delicious food and good atmosphere.
80 moradores locais recomendam
Boca Sarasota
19 S Lemon Ave
80 moradores locais recomendam
Delicious food and good atmosphere.
A new and special local restaurant that's just minutes from the apartment.
18 moradores locais recomendam
Château 13
535 13th St W
18 moradores locais recomendam
A new and special local restaurant that's just minutes from the apartment.
Not fancy. Great burgers.
Council's Burgers Beer & Billiards
536 12th St W
Not fancy. Great burgers.
Amazing authentic tacos! Friendly service!
6 moradores locais recomendam
The Spot Tacos and More
2303 1st St
6 moradores locais recomendam
Amazing authentic tacos! Friendly service!
Delicious fresh fish and a fun environment. On the water with great views!
98 moradores locais recomendam
Tide Tables Restaurant and Marina
12507 Cortez Rd W
98 moradores locais recomendam
Delicious fresh fish and a fun environment. On the water with great views!
Beautiful views of the water and great food.
69 moradores locais recomendam
Anna Maria Oyster Bar on the Pier
200 Bridge St
69 moradores locais recomendam
Beautiful views of the water and great food.
Our local library next to the marina and river.
Manatee Downtown Central Library
1301 Barcarrota Ave
Our local library next to the marina and river.
Yum! Easy to order ahead and pickup. They also have a cute small dining room.
Thai Cafe
4511 Manatee Avenue West
Yum! Easy to order ahead and pickup. They also have a cute small dining room.
Delish!
8 moradores locais recomendam
Cremesh European Restaurant
7232 Manatee Ave W
8 moradores locais recomendam
Delish!
I love the chicken salad sandwich.
Cremesh Coffee and Bakery
1822 59th Street West
I love the chicken salad sandwich.
Delicious Greek food with a fun outside dining experience. Also great for grab n go.
Kefi Streetside Cafe
Delicious Greek food with a fun outside dining experience. Also great for grab n go.
Outstanding atmosphere, service, and beer.
80 moradores locais recomendam
Motorworks Brewing
1014 9th St W
80 moradores locais recomendam
Outstanding atmosphere, service, and beer.
16 moradores locais recomendam
3 Keys Brewing and Eatery
2505 Manatee Ave E
16 moradores locais recomendam
Rooftop dining!
58 moradores locais recomendam
Oak and Stone downtown Bradenton
1201 14th St W
58 moradores locais recomendam
Rooftop dining!
I love the outdoor dining.
90 moradores locais recomendam
PIER 22 Restaurant • Patio • Catering
1200 1st Ave W
90 moradores locais recomendam
I love the outdoor dining.
I love their happy hour and their food.
61 moradores locais recomendam
O'bricks Irish Pub & Martini Bar
427 12th St W
61 moradores locais recomendam
I love their happy hour and their food.
13 moradores locais recomendam
Jennings downtown Provisions
417 12th St W
13 moradores locais recomendam
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Fav's Italian Cucina
419 12th St W
11 moradores locais recomendam
Just at the main street corner.
8 moradores locais recomendam
Jeremiah's Italian Ice
2525 Manatee Ave W
8 moradores locais recomendam
Just at the main street corner.
15 moradores locais recomendam
Habanero's Mexican Grill and Bar
5120 Manatee Ave W
15 moradores locais recomendam
Seriously delicious
Pizza Social
Seriously delicious
Mademoiselle Paris French Restaurant & Bakery
My AMI
9906 Gulf Dr
Mademoiselle Paris French Restaurant & Bakery

Parks & Nature

The local park within walking distance to the apartment. Lots of beautiful, old homes around and especially down Riverview Blvd.
Lewis Park
3120 1st Ave W
The local park within walking distance to the apartment. Lots of beautiful, old homes around and especially down Riverview Blvd.
Fantastic trails for biking, running, walking, and kayaking. Bathrooms and a small park located near the front, an observation tower in the middle. Some shade and lots of sun so make sure to bring sun protection. Free entry, open sunrise to sunset. This place is a hidden treasure.
193 moradores locais recomendam
Reserva Robinson
1704 99th St NW
193 moradores locais recomendam
Fantastic trails for biking, running, walking, and kayaking. Bathrooms and a small park located near the front, an observation tower in the middle. Some shade and lots of sun so make sure to bring sun protection. Free entry, open sunrise to sunset. This place is a hidden treasure.
31 moradores locais recomendam
Parque Botânico de Palma Sola
9800 17th Ave NW
31 moradores locais recomendam
Great for a walk down the river. A couple nice playgrounds and splash park for kids
16 moradores locais recomendam
Riverwalk Splash Park
452 3rd Ave W
16 moradores locais recomendam
Great for a walk down the river. A couple nice playgrounds and splash park for kids

Sightseeing

Public Beach Access This is my favorite beach. It's more secluded than the other beach accesses. The water is always beautiful and the sand is powder fine. There are tall majestic pines near the street if you need shade and plenty of room along the beach. The street parking is very limited so it's best to show up early or late in the day. Make sure you pay attention to the parking signs and keep all tires off the street. There are no public restrooms.
102 Magnolia Ave
102 Magnolia Avenue
Public Beach Access This is my favorite beach. It's more secluded than the other beach accesses. The water is always beautiful and the sand is powder fine. There are tall majestic pines near the street if you need shade and plenty of room along the beach. The street parking is very limited so it's best to show up early or late in the day. Make sure you pay attention to the parking signs and keep all tires off the street. There are no public restrooms.
Public Beach Access This is my second favorite beach access. Very quiet, street parking, a short walk from the car to the ocean, no public restrooms.
2728 Avenue E
2728 Avenue East
Public Beach Access This is my second favorite beach access. Very quiet, street parking, a short walk from the car to the ocean, no public restrooms.
This is the main beach for this area. A large parking lot, public restrooms and showers, a small beach shop, casual restaurant and live music on the weekends.
11 moradores locais recomendam
Holmes Beach
4000 Gulf Dr
11 moradores locais recomendam
This is the main beach for this area. A large parking lot, public restrooms and showers, a small beach shop, casual restaurant and live music on the weekends.
I mean, I love Epcot so much. You can totally drive there and back in the same day.
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Epcot
200 Epcot Center Dr
1229 moradores locais recomendam
I mean, I love Epcot so much. You can totally drive there and back in the same day.

Essentials

Small health food shop- supplements, bulk foods, natural and specialty foods, personal care. I like their gluten-free breads and cookies (Sami's Bakery brand).
6 moradores locais recomendam
Richard's Foodporium
2601-B Manatee Ave W
6 moradores locais recomendam
Small health food shop- supplements, bulk foods, natural and specialty foods, personal care. I like their gluten-free breads and cookies (Sami's Bakery brand).
Fitness center, pool, gym, classes, and kids zone. Go to http://manateeymca.org/get-a-guest-pass/ and sign up for a free guest pass (limited to three per person per year). Harbor Community Church meets Sunday mornings at 10. http://harborcommunitychurch.org
West Bradenton Branch - Manatee County Family YMCA
3805 59th Street West
Fitness center, pool, gym, classes, and kids zone. Go to http://manateeymca.org/get-a-guest-pass/ and sign up for a free guest pass (limited to three per person per year). Harbor Community Church meets Sunday mornings at 10. http://harborcommunitychurch.org
Low impact, total body workout. One week visitor pass (out of town only) costs $49. Class schedule is available online.
Pure Barre
6745 Manatee Ave W
Low impact, total body workout. One week visitor pass (out of town only) costs $49. Class schedule is available online.
12 moradores locais recomendam
Anytime Fitness
900 Central Ave N
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An alternative to big box stores with great customer service. The hardware store shares a building with Crowder Gifts & Gadgets.
Crowder Bros. Ace Hardware-West Bradenton
5409 Manatee Ave W
An alternative to big box stores with great customer service. The hardware store shares a building with Crowder Gifts & Gadgets.
Lots of organic produce, fresh meat, and specialty grocery items. They also have a large selection of grab-and-go items, which are perfect for stocking your cooler on the way to the beach.
31 moradores locais recomendam
The Fresh Market
6701 Manatee Ave W
31 moradores locais recomendam
Lots of organic produce, fresh meat, and specialty grocery items. They also have a large selection of grab-and-go items, which are perfect for stocking your cooler on the way to the beach.
I love pool at this recreation center. It's well-kept, the staff is friendly, and there is even a great splash pad and small swimming pool for little kids. A day pass is $3 per person. They also have an assortment of exercise classes throughout the day. Each class is $5 a person.
G T Bray Aquatic Center
5508 33rd Ave Dr W
I love pool at this recreation center. It's well-kept, the staff is friendly, and there is even a great splash pad and small swimming pool for little kids. A day pass is $3 per person. They also have an assortment of exercise classes throughout the day. Each class is $5 a person.

Arts & Culture

A collection of historic buildings which tell the story of pioneer life in Florida. Good for families and kids. Large oaks, pavilions, and restrooms. Free admission.
23 moradores locais recomendam
Manatee Village Historical Park
1404 Manatee Ave E
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A collection of historic buildings which tell the story of pioneer life in Florida. Good for families and kids. Large oaks, pavilions, and restrooms. Free admission.
Natural and cultural history museum specializing in the history of Florida's gulf coast.
131 moradores locais recomendam
Bishop Museum of Science and Nature
201 10th St W
131 moradores locais recomendam
Natural and cultural history museum specializing in the history of Florida's gulf coast.
A popular museum to explore.
305 moradores locais recomendam
Ringling Museum station
305 moradores locais recomendam
A popular museum to explore.

Shopping

A unique and electric selection of gifts and accessories. Also make sure to try a sample of their delicious homemade fudge. This gift shop shares the building with Ace Hardware.
Crowder's Gifts & Gadgets
5409 Manatee Ave W
A unique and electric selection of gifts and accessories. Also make sure to try a sample of their delicious homemade fudge. This gift shop shares the building with Ace Hardware.
You just can't go wrong with a Target.
25 moradores locais recomendam
Target
8151 Dr M.L.K. Jr St N
25 moradores locais recomendam
You just can't go wrong with a Target.
130 designer and premium stores. Outdoor mall with covered walkways.
194 moradores locais recomendam
Ellenton Premium Outlets
5461 Factory Shops Blvd
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130 designer and premium stores. Outdoor mall with covered walkways.
My go-to women's boutique. They sell clothing, hats, tees, and fun accessories.
Pink & Navy
My go-to women's boutique. They sell clothing, hats, tees, and fun accessories.