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BREWERY
Pig Out BBQ & Southern Soul Food 5718 Manatee Ave W Bradenton • 941-761-4567
Mademoiselle Paris French Restaurant & Bakery Multiple Locations mademoiselleparis.com
Motorworks Brewing Multiple Locations motorworksbrewing.com
With only 15 long-time employees, Pig Out BBQ & Southern Soul Food is small and family owned. The menu concentrates on Southern barbecue, and the consistent crew of staff maintains quality, flavor, and portion size. Pig Out BBQ uses old-time wood and charcoal smokers, which offers a distinct and deliciously juicy flavor in all the varieties of meats. With smokers starting at 5 a.m., everything is made fresh in-house.
At Mademoiselle Paris French Restaurant & Bakery, breakfast captures the essence of a true French morning. Guests enjoy buttery croissants, flaky pain au chocolat, almond pastries, savory omelets, eggs Benedict, and signature tartines, all made from scratch with premium ingredients imported from France. This family-owned café exudes Parisian charm through every detail. Breakfast here feels like a cozy escape to the streets of Paris.
Housed in a historic 1923 auto dealership, Motorworks Brewing blends craft beer with heritage and innovation. Its 27,000-square-foot space features a vibrant beer garden built around a 150-year-old oak tree, where guests enjoy live music, games, and a lively atmosphere. From its hood ornament logo to its name, Motorworks Brewing is a destination rooted in legacy and driven by experience.
Sonny’s BBQ Multiple Locations sonnysbbq.com
Katie’s Cafe 3130 53rd Ave E Bradenton • 941-727-8615
Big Top Brewing Company Multiple Locations bigtopbrewing.com
MISSION BBQ Multiple Locations mission-bbq.com
Sage Biscuit Café Multiple Locations sagebiscuitbradenton.com
3 Keys Brewing & Gastrobrew 2505 Manatee Ave E Bradenton • 941-218-0396 3keysbrewing.com
BRUNCH
BUFFET
BURGER
Mademoiselle Paris French Restaurant & Bakery Multiple Locations mademoiselleparis.com
Anna Maria Oyster Bar Multiple Locations oysterbar.net
Brunch at Mademoiselle Paris French Restaurant & Bakery comes in the form of sweet and savory classics. Eggs Benedict, smoked salmon tartines, buttery croissants, crepes, and signature French toast are all made from scratch, often using imported ingredients. Guests sip espresso, fresh juice, or mimosas in a cozy, Parisian-style setting. The warm hospitality and authentic flavors feel like a weekend escape to France.
Hibachi Grill & Supreme Buffet 3616 1st St Bradenton • 941-741-3133 facebook.com/hibachibuffetbradenton Hibachi Grill & Supreme Buffet offers a vast all-you-can-eat Pan-Asian buffet in a spacious, contemporary setting. Open seven days a week, the restaurant features an extensive lunch buffet with a wide selection of freshly prepared dishes. From hibachi-grilled favorites to traditional Asian cuisine, it delivers variety, flavor, and value for every appetite – a perfect destination for casual dining.
GROVE 10670 Boardwalk Loop Lakewood Ranch • 941-893-4321 grovelwr.com
Panda Buffet 3901 Manatee Ave W Bradenton • 941-746-9880 pandabuffetfl.com
StrongFlavors Catering 224 11th Ave E Parrish • 941-704-2477 strongflavorscatering.com
Metro Diner Multiple Locations metrodiner.com
Grand Buffet 4848 14th St W Bradenton • 941-752-3388
RJ Gator’s 6100 Cortez Rd W Bradenton • 941-795-6633 rjgatorsbradenton.com
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Anna Maria Oyster Bar is not just known for its high-quality seafood – it also brings customers amazing burgers. Its “Build Your Own Burger” options start with a half-pound Angus patty, come with a choice of two sides, and are dressed in the works with options to add bacon, mushrooms, American, cheddar, provolone, or blue cheese. Fresh and fun for all who dine there, Anna Maria is an local staple.
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