Anna Maria Island Sun May 22, 2024 Readers Choice

BUSINESS

AUTO SERVICE

GROOMS AUTOMOTIVE

5608 Marina Dr Holmes Beach, 896-7898

BAIT & TACKLE SHOP

ANNIE’S BAIT & TACKLE

4334 127th St. W. Cortez, 794-3580

BANK

HANCOCK WHITNEY BANK

5324 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach, 778-4900

BIKE RENTAL

BEACH BUMS RENTALS

427 Pine Ave. Anna Maria, 778-3316

BOATING STORE

GALATI YACHT SALES

900 South Bay Blvd Anna Maria, 778-0755

CAR WASH

SUN & SUDS CAR WASH

6412 Manatee Ave W. Bradenton, 564-3072

CARPET CLEANER

FAT CAT CARPET CLEANING

3801 9th Ave W. Bradenton, 778-2882

CBD STORE

LIVE NATURALLY

5337 Gulf Dr #200 Holmes Beach, 567-5299

CLOTHING STORE

IRENE’S RESORT WEAR

5308 Marina Drive Holmes Beach, 778-7605

CONVENIENCE STORE CIRCLE K

DRY CLEANER

COURTESY CLEANERS

7421 Manatee Ave. W. Bradenton, 794-5145

ELECTRICIAN

ANTHONY’S HEATING & COOLING 1614 20th St. E. Palmetto, 749-5307

FINE DINING THE WATERFRONT

111 S Bay Blvd.

Anna Maria, 778-1515

FITNESS

PROSPER BRADENTON

7449 Manatee Ave W Bradenton, FL 34209 313-207-8506

FLOOR COVERINGS

FLOORING AMERICA

3200 Cortez Rd W. Bradenton, 348-1859

FLORIST

BLOOMS BY THE BEACH

2501 Gulf Drive Bradenton Beach, 778-2555

GIFT SHOP (TIE)

BEACH BUMS

427 Pine Ave

Anna Maria, 778-3316

IRENE’S

5308 Marina Drive Holmes Beach, 778-7605

GOLF CART RENTAL

BEACH BUMS

427 Pine Ave Anna Maria, 778-3316

GROCERY STORE

PUBLIX SUPERMARKET

3900 East Bay Drive Holmes Beach, 778-5422

HAIR SALON

SALT AND SCISSORS SALON

313C Pine Ave Holmes Beach, 961-4458

HARDWARE STORE

TRUE VALUE

5324 Marina Drive Holmes Beach, 778-2811

HEAT & AIR

ANTHONY’S HEATING & COOLING 1614 20th St. E. Palmetto, 749-5307

HOME BUILDER

WASH FAMILY CONSTRUCTION

407 72nd St Holmes Beach, 941-725-0073

HOTEL/MOTEL

SILVER SURF RESORT 1301 Gulf Dr N Bradenton Beach, 778-6626

JEWELRY STORE

IRENE’S RESORT WEAR 5308 Marina Drive Holmes Beach, 778-7605

LIQUOR STORE

HURRICANE HANKS LIQUOR

5344 Gulf Dr Holmes Beach, 779-2337

MANICURIST

TU AT ZEN NAILS

3224 E Bay Dr Holmes Beach, FL 34217 941-778-0700

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MARINA

KEYES MARINA

5501 Marina Dr Holmes Beach, 778-1977

MEN’S APPAREL

BEACH BUMS

427 Pine Ave Anna Maria, 778-3316

OUTDOOR SPORTS STORE

DICKS SPORTING GOODS

HOUSE CLEANER

LISA FIRESTINE

PAINTER

CRAIG STRAPP

CWS Handyman Services LLC Bradenton, 305-432-1065

PEST CONTROL

ANNA MARIA PEST CONTROL

11610 3rd Ave. E. Bradenton, 778-1630

PET GROOMING

THE PAW SPA

5343 Gulf Drive

Holmes Beach, 778-0885

PET STORE

AMI BEACH & DOG SUPPLY CO.

313 Pine Ave Anna Maria, 713-8970

PHARMACIST

TODD CVS

611 Manatee Ave Holmes Beach,778-1411

PHARMACY

WALGREENS

3200 East Bay Drive Holmes Beach, 778-0451

PLUMBER

AIR & ENERGY

555 6th Ave. W. Bradenton, 778-0773

POOL CLEANER

STAND UP POOLS

POOL CONTRACTOR HURRICANE POOLS AND SPAS

REAL ESTATE ASSOCIATE

JASON SATO

SATO REAL ESTATE INC.

519 Pine Ave. Anna Maria, 778-7200

REAL ESTATE COMPANY

SATO REAL ESTATE INC.

519 Pine Ave. Anna Maria, 778-7200

RENTAL COMPANY

SATO REAL ESTATE INC.

519 Pine Ave. Anna Maria, 778-7200

RESORT

ANNA MARIA RESORTS

Tortuga Inn 1325 Gulf Dr N Bradenton Beach 778-6611

ROOFER

TRUST MIKE ROOFING

5300 Gulf Dr Holmes Beach 807-6507

RETIREMENT COMMUNITY

SANDPIPER MOBILE HOME PARK

2601 Gulf Dr N Bradenton Beach 778-1140

SERVICE STATION

SHELL STATION

5424 Marina Dr Holmes Beach 778-6903

SHOPPING CENTER

ISLAND SHOPPING PLAZA

5414 Marina Dr Holmes Beach

SOUVENIR SHOP

ISLAND BAZAAR

3304 E Bay Dr Homes Beach 778-3443

SPA

ALUNA DAY SPA

2219 Gulf Dr N Bradenton Beach 778-8400

WOMEN’S APPAREL

IRENE’S RESORT WEAR

5308 Marina Drive Holmes Beach, 778-7605

PEOPLE & PLACES

ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN

CFK ARCHITECTS 807-7852

ARCHITECT

ERIC WATSON

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ART GALLERY

ARTIST GUILD GALLERY

5414 Marina Dr Holmes Beach 778-6694

ARTIST

KRISTI MARIE PHOTOGRAPHY www.kristimariephotos.com

ATTORNEY

NICK SATO

2071 Ringling Blvd. #400 Sarasota, 861-4400

BAND PAM WARD

BAR & GRILL

HARRY’S GRILL

9903 Gulf Drive Anna Maria, 567-5999

BARTENDER

KAYLA GRUB TROPICAL BBQ 415 Pine Ave Anna Maria, 900-2874

BEACH

COQUINA BEACH

BOAT CAPTAIN

CALEB O’CONNOR

Blue Magoo Excursions 518-5797 545-3121

BUSINESS PERSON

MIKE ZEPPI

ANTHONY’S HEATING & COOLING

1614 20th St. E. Palmetto, 749-5307

CATERER

BEN SATO

GRUB TOPICAL BBQ 415 Pine Ave Anna Maria, 900-2874

CHEF

BEN SATO

GRUB TOPICAL BBQ 415 Pine Ave Anna Maria, 900-2874

CHIROPRACTOR

HARBOR CHIROPRACTIC

6220 Manatee Ave W 761-1100

DENTIST

ISLAND DENTAL SPA

3909 E Bay Dr Ste #205 Holmes Beach, 778-2204

DOCTOR

STEPHEN PELHAM, M.D.

3909 East Bay Drive #100 Holmes Beach, 778-1007

EYE CARE

LENSCRAFTERS

6725 Mantee Ave W Bradenton 746-4300

FINANCIAL PLANNER

EDWARD JONES

JOHN CAMPORA

6400 Manatee Ave W Suite B 779-2499

BOAT TOURS/FISHING CHARTER

AMI SALTY DOLPHIN TOURS

5325 Marina Dr Holmes Beach 281-4458

INTERIOR DESIGN

ADRIAN GRIFFIN INTERIORS 501 Pine Ave

352-255-7359

INDIVIDUAL ENTERTAINER

KOKO RAY 538-8724

MASSAGE THERAPY

ALUNA WELLNESS 2219 Gulf Dr N Bradenton beach, 778-8400

PERSONAL TRAINER

BREANNA NEWTON

HOME FITNESS BY BRE dnewton@airguaranteed.com

SCHOOL

ANNA MARIA ELEMENTARY

4700 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach, 708-5525

SCHOOL TEACHER

VAN WORMER

ANNA MARIA ELEMENTARY

4700 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach, 708-5525

VETERINARIAN DR BYSTROM

ISLAND ANIMAL CLINIC

5343 Gulf Dr Unit 900 Holmes Beach, 778-2445

VETERINARIAN CLINIC

ISLAND ANIMAL CLINIC

5343 Gulf Dr Unit 900 Holmes Beach, 778-2445

VIEW BEAN POINT

WAITER/WAITRESS

LINDA KISSELL

HARRY’S GRILL

9903 Gulf Drive Anna Maria, 567-5999

Blooms by the Beach voted #1 florist

Stepping into Blooms by the Beach is like stepping into a fragrant garden in Bradenton Beach. The shop is the dream of owner and lead designer Felicia Goetz, who moved to Florida and opened the shop in 2019. The full-service flower shop is located at 2501 Gulf Drive N. #101 and provides daily deliveries of beautiful flowers, plants, gift baskets and more to all of Anna Maria Island, Bradenton, Longboat Key, Lido Key, Bird Key and downtown Sarasota. Goetz and her staff create beautiful, fresh arrangements for every occasion from everyday orders to holiday arrangements and large events including weddings. Blooms by the Beach requests two weeks’ notice for special orders, specifically around holidays. For weddings and other large events, the staff offers in-person, virtual and phone consultations to make sure that every bloom meets their exact standards and lives up to their clients’ expectations and budget. Wedding and event consultations are available by appointment on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. The company also offers event rentals including candles, lanterns, vases and other items. Blooms by the Beach is open Monday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and on Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Gift certificates are also available. The store can be reached by calling 941778-2555. View some of their creations online at www.bloomsbythebeach.com.

Blooms by the Beach offers a full-service shop with options to fit your budget needs

Sample great seafood and fun at The Ugly Grouper

For anyone seeking seafood in a fun, eclectic setting with relaxed, beachy vibes, look no further than The Ugly Grouper. Nestled in the heart of Holmes Beach at 5704 Marina Drive, the family-friendly restaurant features 100% outdoor seating, though much of it is covered for the comfort of patrons seeking shelter from the Florida sun or the occasional rain shower. From the tiki-style bar to the sand, daily live music and outdoor games, The Ugly Grouper has something for everyone, including the restaurant’s trademark grouper sculpture. The restaurant features a full bar, local beer and daily food specials. The menu features everything from favorite tavern-style foods such as nachos and cheese logs, to soups, salads and an eclectic variety of sandwiches and the restaurant’s grouper tacos, a favorite among diners. With an entire grouper-based menu and a slate of mouthwatering entrees, The Ugly Grouper has something for everyone. Though the restaurant doesn’t have a beachfront view, it does maintain

the atmosphere of a beach vacation favorite. Stop by daily from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. to enjoy lunch, dinner or an afternoon cocktail. Parking is available onsite. The restaurant does not take reservations.

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The 3,180 lb. Ugly Grouper sculpture is a fun spot to take a picture during your visit to The Ugly Grouper.

Capt. Caleb O’Connor lands award for Favorite Captain

The waters around Anna Maria Island are some of the most beautiful in the world to fish. One of the people who knows that best is Capt. Caleb O’Connor, a young angler and fishing guide who runs Blue Magoo Excursions with his father, Capt. Mike O’Connor. Don’t let O’Connor’s age fool you. He was born in Manatee County and has been fishing since he was a child. His favorite fish to seek is snook because he said he enjoys the thrill of the fight. When not on the water, he spends his time hunting and playing sports. All of Blue Magoo Excursions’ services take place on a 1973 22-foot Aquasport christened the Blue Magoo. The boat was completely rehabbed in 2021 and has a maximum capacity of four guests. Current offerings include a trip to Egmont Key, an eco-tour, a sunset cruise and four- and six-hour fishing charters. The company also will work with customers to plan their own perfect, custom excursion. View

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all of this father and son duo’s offerings and book online at www.bluemagooexcursions.com.

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Capt. Caleb O'Connor and his father, Capt. Mike O'Connor, are a father-son duo with 40+ years of experience on local waters.

YOGA STUDIO

ALUNA WELLNESS

2219 Gulf Dr N

Bradenton beach, 778-8400

FOOD & ENTERTAINMENT

ASIAN RESTAURANT

ISLAND OCEAN STAR

902 S Bay Blvd

Anna Maria, 251-6940

BAGEL SHOP

GINNY’S & JANE E’S

9807 Gulf Drive

Anna Maria, 778-3170

BAKERY

HOMETOWN DESSERTS

507 Pine Ave.

Anna Maria, 896-3167

BARBEQUE

GRUB TROPICAL BBQ

415 Pine Ave

Anna Maria, 900-2874

BREAKFAST

GINNY’S & JANE E’S

9807 Gulf Drive

Anna Maria, 778-3170

BURGER

HARRY’S BAR & GRILL

9903 Gulf Drive

Anna Maria, 567-5999

CAFÉ

5350 POUR HOUSE

5350 Holmes Beach, 251-3681

CANDY STORE

DIPS ICE CREAM

503 Pine Ave

Anna Maria, 778-1706

DELI

ANNA MARIA GENERAL STORE

503 Pine Ave

Anna Maria 779-9200

FESTIVAL 4TH OF JULY

GERMAN RESTAURANT

OLD HAMBURG SCHNITZELHAUS

3246 East Bay Drive

Holmes Beach, 778-1320

GOLF COURSE

PINEBROOK IRONWOOD GOLF

4260 Ironwood Cir

Bradenton, 792-3288

GROUPER SANDWICH

UGLY GROUPER

5704 Marina Drive

Holmes Beach, 896-8033

HEALTH FOOD STORE

LIVE NATURALLY

5337 Gulf Dr #200

Holmes Beach, 567-5299

ICE CREAM SHOP

TWO SCOOPS ICE CREAM

101 S. Bay Blvd.

Anna Maria, 779-2422

ITALIAN RESTAURANT

VINNY’S ITALIAN KITCHEN

5337 Gulf Dr

Holmes Beach, 896-9754

KEY LIME PIE

HOMETOWN DESSERTS

507 Pine Ave.

Anna Maria, 896-3167

LIVE THEATER

ISLAND PLAYERS

10009 Gulf Drive

Anna Maria, 778-5755

MARGARITA

WICKED CANTINA

101 7th St. N. Bradenton Beach, 281-2990

MEXICAN RESTAURANT

WICKED CANTINA

101 7th St. N. Bradenton Beach, 281-2990

MOST ROMANTIC RESTAURANT

THE PORCH

9707 Gulf Dr

Anna Maria, 782-8683

NEW RESTAURANT

SALT BAR AND TABLE

2519 Gulf Drive N Bradenton Beach 896-9897

NIGHT SPOT

HARRY’S BAR & GRILL

9903 Gulf Drive

Anna Maria, 567-5999

PIER

ROD AND REEL PIER

875 North Shore Drive

Anna Maria, 778-1885

PIZZA

PIZZA SOCIAL

308 Pine Ave

Anna Maria, 251-4070

RESTAURANT (OVERALL) THE WATERFRONT 111 S Bay Drive

Anna Maria, 778-1515

SEAFOOD RESTAURANT

THE BLUE MARLIN

121 Bridge St

Bradenton Beach, 896-9737

SPECIALTY COCKTAIL

DR. OFFICE

5312 Holmes Blvd Holmes Beach, 213-9926

SPECIALTY GOURMET

THE FEAST

5406 Marina Dr Holmes Beach, 778-5092

SUB/SANDWICH

SCOTT’S DELI

6000 Marina Dr Holmes Beach, 778-3000

TAKEOUT

MINNIE’S

5360 Gulf Dr Holmes Beach, 778-4140