Anna Maria Bake House bread | whipped butter herb oil
caviar butter
$5.00
Cheddar Cheese Grits
$8.00
Bradley's Country Store stone-ground grits with cheddar cheese
gluten-free
Hush Puppies
$7.00
corn & sweet onion l honey sambal aioli
Vegan
Wild Mushrooms
$9.00
local mushrooms | thyme
gluten-free
Vegan
Braised Greens
$9.00
Southern style, slow cooked Gamble Creek Farms greens
gluten-free
Southern Cornbread
$9.00
House-made country style cornbread, honey butter
Vegan
There is a risk associated with consuming raw oysters.
If you have chronic illness of the liver, stomach, or blood or have immune disorders, you are at greater risk of serious illness from raw oysters and should eat oysters fully cooked IF UNSURE OF YOUR RISK, CONSULT A PHYSICIAN Section 61C-4.010(8), Florida Administrative Code Provided by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation Division of Hotels and Restaurants www.MyFloridaLicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ *Consuming Raw or Undercooked Meats, Poultry, Seafood, or Shellfish may increase your risk of foodborne illness
Raw Bar
Aguachile Ceviche
$20.00
cobia l avocado | pickled onions | plantains | herb oil
Oyster of the Day
east coast
1/2 dozen$24.00
full dozen$36.00
Peel and Eat Shrimp
$18.00
half a pound of domestic shrimp served chilled
gluten-free
Starters
Sandbar Smoked Fish Dip
$16.00
pickled vegetables | red onion | capers | Anna Maria Bake House hemp crackers
gluten-free
Vegan upon request
Two Docks Clams
$19.00
bacon | tomato | garlic | white wine | cream | herb oil | Anna Maria Bake House ciabatta
The tradition of entertainment and relaxation at the Sandbar dates back as far as 1911. In those days Anna Maria was only accessible by boat. Many people came from Tampa, landing on the bay side and making the short hike to "The Pavilion," a favored meeting place for locals and tourists alike, and the site on which the Sandbar Restaurant now sits.
In the early days, a diving platform was erected on pilings, approximately 100 feet offshore and connected to the beach by a cable. The 'more adventuresome' could make use of it, minimizing the chance of falling prey to sharks that inhabited the area waters. Local fisherman still refer to the platform, no longer visible, as the "wire."
A mysterious fire engulfed "The Pavilion" in 1946. A 'bucket brigade' was formed to protect the surrounding buildings, but legend has it that the owners didn't waste much water on the blaze. They subsequently placed two old army barracks on the spot and the Sandbar was born.
The Sandbar was traded around a bit in the following years. One owner, Mrs. Bernice Enaux, added a dance floor in the late 40's which did more to enhance the Sandbar's reputation.
The hurricane of 1950 did extensive damage to the building and wiped out what was left of the platform. Mrs. Enaux, not to be deterred, rebuilt and strengthened the building. After being sold by Mrs. Enaux in the early 60's, it once again saw a period of ownership by many. Extensive remodeling, done in the early 70's removed the bar from the south side and added a new bar and lounge on the north side.
In July of 1979, the Sandbar was purchased by its present owners. It is our intention to remain here for many years to come. We can achieve that goal by constantly providing good food, fine spirits, and polite courteous service. If at any time you feel that we are not maintaining those standards, please let us know. We consider it very important! Please Enjoy Yourselves!