Blue Marlin - Bradenton Beach

4.8

2836 Reviews

$50 and over

Seafood

Charming
Neighborhood gem
Great for creative cocktails

All tables at The Blue Marlin will need to be booked ahead so we can comply with guidelines and accommodate our kitchen size. Reservations can be made online at www.bluemarlinami.com OR you can call (941) 896-9737 after 3pm.

Grace period - We have a 15 minute grace period. Please call us if you are running later than 15 minutes.

Table Times - Your table will be reserved for 1 hour 45 minutes for parties up to 3; 2 hours for parties up to 5; 2 hours 15 minutes for parties of 6+

Cancelation policy - We ask that you please call 24 hours prior to your reservation time if you need to cancel. This helps us tremendously!

We look forward to seeing you and serving you delicious food & cocktails!

Best Regards,
Blue Marlin Seafood Restaurant

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Seafood, Southern
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(941) 896-9737
Website
http://bluemarlinami.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual

Location
121 Bridge St, Bradenton Beach, FL 34217
Neighborhood
Bradenton
Cross street
Gulf Drive
Parking details
Parking is available along Bridge St or at the Post Office (after hours),
Entertainment
We offer Live Local music outside in our courtyard on Friday & Saturday nights from 7:00-10:00 weather permitting. Check our website & facebook for special events
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Ajillo*$20.00
Seared with olive oil, garlic, lime, pepper flakes & garlic bread with shrimp
Steamed Clams*$20.00
Two Docks little neck clams steamed in white wine & garlic butter, garnished with seasoned bread crumbs, smoky bacon & garlic bread
Thai Nugs$26.00
Fish of the day, tempura fried, red onion, jalapeno, & cilantro salad
Shrimp Dip$17.00
Gulf shrimp, green onion, jalapeno, cream cheese, lemon, old bay, parmesan bread crumbs, with tortilla chips

Soups

Tater Soup$10.00
Yukon Golds, garlic croutons and crumbled bacon
Lobster Bisque*$21.00
rich & lush with chunks of butter poached lobster & parmesan garlic toast

Salads

The Blue Marlin*$10.00
Mixed greens, crumbled blue cheese, Pearson Farms pecans, strawberries balsamic honey vinaigrette
House Salad*$9.00
Mixed greens, shaved parmesan tossed in a house Caesar dressing
GLT Salad$35.00
"Fulford" style grouper over mixed baby greens, a slice of fried green tomato, dressed w/ orange sunshine vinaigrette

Sandwiches

GLT$35.00
Grouper Sandwich "Fulford" style with fried green tomato & baby greens dressed with orange sunshine served with daily vegs
The Burger$18.00
8 oz, ground sirloin, smoked gouda, slab bacon & onion marmalade. Served with roasted potato
Lobster Grilled Cheese$35.00
4 oz tail, Havarti Cheese, Texas toast, old bay butter and lobster au jus, with daily vegetable

Entrees

Add lobster +$25, Add shrimp +$19

Grouper Fulford$45.00
Egg washed & sautéed with lemon butter, finished with garlic parmesan bread crumbs with rice & house veg
Pecan Grouper$47.00
Pearson Farms roasted, crushed pretzel & pecan crust & honey butter. Served with roasted sweet potato discs with basil pesto & house veg
Grouper & Clams*$49.00
Local grouper with Two Docks little neck clams in our house fish fume with wilted arugula & asparagus, finished with basil pesto
Linguini & Clams$37.00
Two Docks little necks in a white wine garlic butter with crushed red pepper & garlic bread over linguini
Filet Mignon*$55.00
8oz grass fed florida beef w/ demi glace, sage potato and veg
Blue Marlin Cioppino*$45.00
Local fish, lobster tail, clams, gulf shrimp, tomato, garlic, capers, garlic bread

Sides

For Sharing

Yellow Rice with Black Eyed Peas$6.00
Cheesy Grits$7.00
Edamame$8.00
Mac & Cheese$8.00
Vegetable of the Day$10.00
Roasted Sweet Potato$8.00
Hush Puppies$8.00
Roasted Sage Brown Butter Potato$8.00
Charred Brussels$9.00

Desserts

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup$15.00
with Fresh Berries
Orange Crème Brulee$15.00
Guava Lime Pie$15.00

Drinks

Soda
- each$3.00
Iced Tea$2.00
free refills
Sparkling Water
- 500 ml$6.00
- 1 Liter$8.00
Round of Beers for the Kitchen$12.00

Mini Marlins

under 12 only

Macaroni and Cheese$10.00
Mini Burger$12.00
Grilled Cheese$10.00
Shrimp (Fried) and Grits$18.00
Chicken Strips$12.00

What 2,836 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Tampa / Central Florida West
Seafood
Sarasota / Bradenton
Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Blue Marlin in Bradenton Beach is a beloved dining destination celebrated for "amazing" food quality and exceptional service. Known for its fresh seafood, cozy atmosphere, and "top-class" cocktails, it's perfect for special occasions or casual outings. The ambiance, live music, and attentive staff create a memorable experience.

2,836 Reviews

G
Gary
Cleveland
38 reviews
5.0
38 reviews
Dined on September 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of our favorite restaurants on Anna Maria Island. Had the pecan crusted grouper and shrimp & grits—both excellent. We ate here the first night on the island as they announced they are closing restaurants of Sep for remodeling.
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Hannah
Washington DC
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on September 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
LOVED the Blue Marlin. The cioppino had the best flavor & was my favorite dish on our trip. The Thai grouper & dijonaisse grouper were also a hit. We loved the laid back but cute vibe & the service was great. Definitely recommend getting a reservation. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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ToddL
Cincinnati
26 reviews
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on September 5, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Just an absolutely wonderful experience! The ambiance is very nice, service was excellent and the food was amazing. Really two of the best meals we’ve ever had. The blackened grouper Alfredo was incredible and a really nice portion. But the cioppino was the star of the show. The best cioppino we’ve ever had. It’s a bit pricey but worth it for a special night out. And Drew, our server, made the experience even better. Thank you for creating such a wonderful memory for our anniversary!
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Daniel
Tampa
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on August 28, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Everything was just ok but prices are highest in entire area. Definitely not worth the cost.
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OpenTable Diner
Hawaii
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and service! A great special occasion restaurant!
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Pasquale
Montreal
9 reviews
3.0
9 reviews
Dined on August 18, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Good food, limited selection, very pricey for what you get.
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OpenTable Diner
Columbus
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Overall, great service and food. All the staff is extremely nice, helpful, and create an atmosphere of being in a friend’s home instead of a beachside restaurant. We initially sat outside because we saw live music advertised. The band was very, very loud to the point even yelling across the small table was impossible. The staff was really nice about letting us sit inside, and the meal was great. The fish tacos were awesome! They gave Tide Tables a run for their money.
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OpenTable Diner
Jacksonville
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everyone was very accommodating and the staff was really nice! Overall, the food was excellent, we will definitely be back!
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Ecki
Miami
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on August 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding seafood restaurant. I highly recommend the Thai Grouper.
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Suzanne
Tampa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience. The service was top shelf, food was fantastic. Pricey but worth it. Highly recommend.
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Blue Marlin - Bradenton Beach is rated 4.8 stars by 2836 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Google Map for Blue Marlin - Bradenton Beach

121 Bridge St, Bradenton Beach, FL 34217

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Gulf Drive
Neighborhood
Bradenton
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Seafood, Southern
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Parking is available along Bridge St or at the Post Office (after hours),
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Entertainment
We offer Live Local music outside in our courtyard on Friday & Saturday nights from 7:00-10:00 weather permitting. Check our website & facebook for special events
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://bluemarlinami.com/
Phone number
(941) 896-9737

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Blue Marlin - Bradenton Beach

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Blue Marlin Cioppino

The Blue Marlin

Pecan Grouper

Small Plates

Ajillo*$20.00

Steamed Clams*$20.00

Thai Nugs$26.00

Shrimp Dip$17.00

Soups

Tater Soup$10.00

Lobster Bisque*$21.00

Salads

The Blue Marlin*$10.00

House Salad*$9.00

GLT Salad$35.00

Sandwiches

GLT$35.00

The Burger$18.00

Lobster Grilled Cheese$35.00

Entrees

Grouper Fulford$45.00

Pecan Grouper$47.00

Grouper & Clams*$49.00

Linguini & Clams$37.00

Filet Mignon*$55.00

Blue Marlin Cioppino*$45.00

Sides

Yellow Rice with Black Eyed Peas$6.00

Cheesy Grits$7.00

Edamame$8.00

Mac & Cheese$8.00

Vegetable of the Day$10.00

Roasted Sweet Potato$8.00

Hush Puppies$8.00

Roasted Sage Brown Butter Potato$8.00

Charred Brussels$9.00

Desserts

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup$15.00

Orange Crème Brulee$15.00

Guava Lime Pie$15.00

Drinks

Soda

Iced Tea$2.00

Sparkling Water

Round of Beers for the Kitchen$12.00

Mini Marlins

Macaroni and Cheese$10.00

Mini Burger$12.00

Grilled Cheese$10.00

Shrimp (Fried) and Grits$18.00

Chicken Strips$12.00

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