5 Best Waterfront Restaurants in Ellenton

5 restaurants available nearby

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1. Whiskey Joe's Manatee River

4.1

Excellent(818)

Price: Moderate

• American • Ellenton

Booked 59 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

2. PIER 22

4.6

Exceptional(6154)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Bradenton

Booked 87 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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3. Riviera Dunes Dockside

4.3

Awesome(970)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Palmetto

Booked 19 times today

Riviera Dunes Dockside is a waterfront restaurant situated at the Riviera Dunes Marina in Palmetto. It's renowned for its fresh seafood and creative dishes, often served in an outdoor setting overlooking the marina. Reviewers frequently highlight the beautiful water view, live music, and outdoor seating. As one reviewer put it, 'nice casual place next to marina...indoor/outdoor dining...plenty of seating...'

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4. Riverhouse Waterfront - Reef & Grill

4.5

Awesome(793)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Bradenton

Located on the ground floor of Riverhouse Waterfront Restaurant, the Reef & Grill is where a casual atmosphere meets an upscale environment. Our all-American inspired menu adds a cultural, seaside twist to some of the most traditional dishes. Offering both indoor and outdoor seating, enjoy weekly specials, happy hour, an upbeat atmosphere, and a sweeping view of the Manatee River and Tampa Bay sunset.

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5. Riverhouse Waterfront - Second Floor

4.1

Excellent(16)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Bradenton

The Riverhouse Waterfront is one location with multiple waterfront dining experiences. It is located at the end of the pier at Regatta Pointe Marina. On the ground level we have the Reef & Grill. This local favorite has a casual atmosphere featuring indoor and outdoor seating, full liquor sit down bar, weekly specials, daily happy hour, and a large menu featuring seafood, burgers, vegetarian options and more. Great for kids, groups, and date nights. Located on the second floor of the Riverhouse, just above the long established Reef & Grill, the Second Floor is an elevated coastal kitchen delivering a gourmet, abbreviated menu in a warm, historically inspired space inviting you to sit down & stay awhile. Experience something decadent; a place to relax and share conversation over cocktails, coffees & confections. Our Second Floor is open Thursday thru Saturday evenings. Make reservations for the Reef & Grill or the Second Floor by calling 941.729.0616.

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5 restaurants available nearby

1. Whiskey Joe's Manatee River

2. PIER 22

3. Riviera Dunes Dockside

4. Riverhouse Waterfront - Reef & Grill

5. Riverhouse Waterfront - Second Floor

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