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A photo of Whiskey Joe's Manatee River restaurant
1. Whiskey Joe's Manatee River
4.1
Excellent(818)
Price: Moderate
• American • Ellenton
Booked 48 times today
Whiskey Joe's will be open 7 days a week for Lunch and Dinner. Takeout, delivery, and catering are available! Reservations available for all seating areas, 7 days of the week. Join us for Live Music every Thursday from 5pm-9pm. Happy Hour is Monday- Thursday from 3PM to 6PM. Happy Hour specials include 1/2 off select appetizers, $2 Busch Light cans, $3 domestic draft beer, $5 select well drinks, $6 house wine, and $7 select specialty cocktails. Our special event office is booking events! To start planning your Private Events, call 941.263.3151 or email us at wjmrcatering@srcmail.com
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2. Riviera Dunes Dockside
4.3
Awesome(970)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Palmetto
Booked 14 times today
Beautiful award-winning waterfront restaurant at the Riviera Dunes Marina in Palmetto next to the convention center. Featuring fresh seafood and other creative dishes in a casual setting, often with live music. Varied menu, affordable and with something for everyone. Indoor and outdoor seating available. Our large patio is on the water at the marina and offers views of beautiful boats and sunsets. In addition to our reservable area is our large outdoor bar space with 1st come, 1st serve seating. Inside are two dining rooms, including our newly remodeled main dining room, another bar and a reservable "Captains Room" that seats 20 (Call for reservations on this)We can accommodate groups of most sizes but please call for groups of 8 or more.
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3. PIER 22
4.6
Exceptional(6150)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Bradenton
Booked 81 times today
PIER 22 is Bradenton's historic waterfront destination. For over four decades, our restaurant has been the go-to spot for fine dining, stunning Manatee River views, and a modern and classic menu that will leave a lasting impression. We take pride in our from-scratch approach to cooking and believe that cuisine is an art form that should be shared with our guests. Our skilled chefs craft every dish with passion and elegance, ensuring each plate is bursting with rich, indulgent flavors.Whether you're joining us for a special occasion or a night out with friends, we promise a memorable dining experience that will leave you wanting more.While reservations are not required, they are highly recommended to ensure your preferred seating time. If your desired time slot isn’t available, rest assured that we reserve space every day to accommodate walk-ins, including on our temperature-controlled covered patio.
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4. Oyster River
4.6
Exceptional(66)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • Palmetto
Booked 9 times today
Located on the 8th floor of our "Ship on Land" themed Marriott Resort and Spa, the Oyster River restaurant offers an unparalleled dining experience with spectacular views of the city skyline and marina. Guests can savor fresh oysters shucked right at the bar, complemented by an extensive selection of fine wines. Book your reservation today and indulge in a meal that delights both the palate and the eyes—a truly must-try experience.
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5. Ragù cucina italiana
4.6
Exceptional(106)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Palmetto
Booked 4 times today
The White House, with the red roof.Mom always says:”the key ingredient in doing anything is passion”.Ragù is an authentic Italian restaurant in palmetto, our secret is to bring the passion and fresh products on the table everyday
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6. Fuego Comida and Tequila
4.4
Awesome(499)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Mexican • Lakewood Ranch
Booked 15 times today
At Fuego Comida & Tequila Lounge, every moment you spend with us should be something to remember – something special. From your first exhilarating sip to that savory bite, and every encounter with any of our team throughout, we strive to provide exceptional service, food, drink and memories that keep you coming back.
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7. Scarpino's Classic Italian
4.5
Awesome(167)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • South Bradenton
Booked 21 times today
We are a locally owned classic Italian restaurant with a team that is passionate about excellent food and guest experience. Our team includes our amazing Pizzaiolo (Authentic Pizza Chef) who comes to us from Italy with over 25 years of pizza making expertise! We have an extensive food and beverage menu with over 40 regional wines and a full bar. Pasta, Pizza, Wine and so much more, we look forward to serving you soon.

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  • Chelsea
    Tampa / Central Florida West •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Jekyll is absolutely one of our favorite places to go to whether it’s for a date night with just the boyfriend and I or going out with a group of friends. Every drink we have had is absolutely been amazing as well as the wait staff also !!! we also recently learned that you can order food next-door from Ro and have it sent right over and let me just say the food was amazing as well. If you want something sweet, then I would recommend their crème brûlée. It’s probably the best I’ve ever had. So if you have ever thought about going to this little hidden speakeasy, what are you waiting for ?? Just go and you’ll fall in love yourself. 
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    JekyllPrice: Expensive• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service• Tampa
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    4.7
  • KarenVIP
    Chicago / Illinois •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Love our neighbor OP! We had an amazing dinner! Food was delicious, service was outstanding and Tyler is always on point to make sure we have fun! Thanks for a great night!
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    Ocean Prime - SarasotaPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Sarasota
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    4.7
  • BethVIP
    Detroit / Eastern Michigan •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Good was delicious service was outstanding and cheerful. Fresh catch of Red Snapper was delicious. Husband’s chowder and lobster roll were as well. Cool atmosphere and setting. Easy parking.
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    Riviera Dunes DocksidePrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Palmetto
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    4.3
  • CMKW
    St. Louis •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Always delicious with excellent service. A regular spot on our list
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    Ragù cucina italianaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Palmetto
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    4.6
  • Greg
    Detroit / Eastern Michigan •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Feb 25, 2025
    Awesome food and service. Oysters were great. Service was awesome. Really relaxing evening.
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    Oyster RiverPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• Palmetto
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    4.6

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