Beach House Waterfront Restaurant

Fabulous and on the beach front with sand, deck and indoor seating. We sat on deck. Food was very good and Key Lime pie superb. Great staff who when asked was very glad to take our picture with the gulf in the background. Would be awesome for sunset dinner. Valet parking is way to go and well worth it.

We had a wonderful beachfront dining experience at the Beach House. We (family of 4) sat outside next to the beach and enjoyed a beautiful sunset during dinner. The food was excellent! I had the Stuffed Combo with grouper, shrimp, and lump crab. Delicious. Service was also top notch. Very attentive and friendly waitress. We highly recommend!

Everything was spectacular! We visited from New York for the weekend and this was our dinner spot the last night. Our waiter, Ozzie, was lovely and we found out he was from New York as well! He was attentive and accommodating, and even offered to take our picture at sunset (although a lovely guest already snapped one for us!). From the service (host, bartender, waiter, valet) to the food to the views, everything was great! Would definitely return.

Beach House Waterfront Restaurant is a true gem. Located right on the beach, it offers stunning ocean views that make every visit unforgettable. The vibe is relaxed and perfect for a sunset dinner or a laid-back lunch. The food is fresh and flavorful, And they have a wide menu offering a variety of options such as the seafood dishes, burgers , salads and the service is warm and attentive thanks to the waiter Kyle and the rest of the team for their great service!! And With its unbeatable location and delicious menu, this spot is a must if you're in the area.

Perfect spot for a sunset dinner! Reservations were easy to make- we were seated immediately and service was excellent! The calamari appetizer went fast! The lobster ravioli and lobster roll were favs however everything including dessert was delicious!

The Beach House Waterfront Restaurant offers a front-row seat to one of the most breathtaking views on the Gulf, making it a standout in terms of location and ambiance. Unfortunately, the experience ends there for anyone expecting a memorable culinary outing. The highlight of our visit was, without question, the exceptional service provided by the bartender. Attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable, they elevated an otherwise lackluster meal and are the reason this review isn’t a single star. As for the food, it was deeply disappointing. The spinach dip arrived loose and grainy—an oddly unrefined texture that made it the least enjoyable version we've ever had at any restaurant. The raw oysters, while fresh, were notably small and lacked the briny richness one hopes for when ordering such a classic Gulf Coast appetizer. The location practically demands a menu that matches its spectacular setting—something fresh, inventive, and thoughtfully prepared. Instead, it feels like the kitchen is running on autopilot. The lack of creativity is apparent, with tired dishes that fail to impress or showcase any culinary vision. It's hard not to wonder if the owner is simply indifferent or struggling to find inspiration. This venue has so much potential. With the right leadership in the kitchen—someone capable of crafting bold, exciting flavors that honor both the view and the setting—the Beach House could easily be a top-tier destination. Until then, it remains a missed opportunity: a spectacular place with a below-average menu.

Was hesitant to try this restaurant since the management changed but boy we were blown away! Jack was our server and did an excellent job explaining the different dishes. He was attentive without being overbearing. The food was all outstanding. My husband had the glazed salmon and I had the shrimp Alfredo. Both dishes were perfect and the pasta dish had an amazing amount of perfectly seasoned shrimp. The setting was so beautiful at sunset We will be back!!!

We came here to the beach and setup in front of the restaurant but headed in for lunch. Beautiful day sitting on the patio. Started with the shrimp and steak tostada but one of us is not a fan of shrimp so they put it on the side. Very good. Started out with some great bloody mary's. We ordered the grouper tacos, the Tropical Salad and the Lobster & Crab Napoleon. Everything was super fresh and delicious. We had great service from Alanna.

Love the location. The beach view is beautiful. I love that I can go for swim, come back in for delicious food. The place is so clean. Our server, Drew, was very friendly. We ordered the clams. It was so good. We had to get another order. Sea bass was perfectly cooked. Loved the white rice that was served with it. When I asked to changed my side to string beans, no problem. Oysters were very fresh. They even had espresso. Bottle of sav blanc was only $36! Can't wait to come back.

Had dinner here with family after a day on Cortez beach. Large restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating. Was raining heavy and outside was too wet to sit . Large seafood and cocktail menu. Food and service were very good Coconut shrimp is a must have. You can order as an appetizer or entree. We tried the Hawaiian rolls with coconut butter appetizer which was very good. Some entrees my family ordered were shrimp scampi pasta, stuffed haddock, pesto pasta. They have a full bar as well as specialty cocktails, all were well made. The only parking is valet (free).

Nothing beats the feeling of going out for dinner after a long day at the beach. The Beach House Waterfront restaurant gives off all of the amazing summer & beach vibes as it is located right on the beach with both indoor and outdoor seating, so you can enjoy the stunning ocean view from anywhere. Most restaurants on the island don't take reservations in advance, but I love that this restaurant does because it's so nice to have a spot locked down for dinner without wondering if you'll have a 2+ hour wait. Tip: book your reservation around sunset and you will not be disappointed. I went last summer with my family at sunset and the sky was painted a gorgeous pink and orange. Most recently, I dined around 4 pm and there was no wait, so that is also something to keep in mind if you're looking for a nice place to grab a bite to eat, but don't want to worry about a long wait. Now, for the food. My go-to at most beachy/seafood restaurants is some sort of fish taco. I ordered the grouper tacos, which come with a side of fries and coleslaw. They were packed with blackened grouper, mango salsa, cheese, and a fresh lime sauce. The food was very hot and quite a big portion, so depending on your appetite these tacos could definitely be shared as one taco came with a large piece of grouper.

I had a fantastic meal at the Beach House. We sat in at the tables in sand and had a beautiful view of the ocean while we ate our meal. Our server was efficient and friendly. He also made a recommendation to me on the shrimp scampi which turned out to be really good! Best pasta meal I've had in the keys this year. Overall great experience!

The restaurant looks great and operating well post hurricane. We sat outside under the cover during the sunset. View is incredible. Had 3 kids with us - kids menu is solid. Got calamari and spinach artichoke dip as apps. Really solid dinner - from sandwiches to pesto pasta. Service was quick, easy, and got us in and out as we ate. Got key lime pie for dessert and that was great as well!

Ate here last evening with a group of fellow parents from the out of town Pittsburgh Central Catholic rowing team, in for the national championships in Sarasota. Had a very pleasant evening and some great food here! First off, the free valet parking was great! (Of course, I tipped the valet $10) We were seated outside with a shore view and watched the sunset. The food? Delicious! I was brought a great IPA (servers choice), and the brussel sprout appetizer I ordered was fantastic - large enough to share with others. I then had the seafood pasta, which was terrific...generous portions of shrimp, clam, scallops, and nice shaved Parmesan cheese on top. Yummy! The bread brought to the table was excellent! All smiles around the table from the 13 of us...a great meal and experience! Also, quite reasonably priced. Very well done!

Tried this restaurant as we were staying over in AMI. They are very pricey! The valet driver told me there was no weight but when we went in the hostess told me there was a 45 minute wait unless we wanted to go sit at the bar outside. It was a very low-key night after being at the beach all day, so we went outside, sat at the bar and had a burger and a chicken sandwich and both were very good! The view was beautiful, so if you go, be sure to sit outside.

This place is beautiful. What a great location to have a last dinner before heading back from vacation. The outside deck is perfect for dinner. Very spacious and the service is outstanding, especially with being so busy. Brooke was such a great waitress and her personality made our evening. She's delightful. We ordered the pull apart Hawaiian bread and the Brussels sprouts. The bread was great bread and the macadamia nut butter was a very nice touch. But the sprouts had a great sauce. They had a nice caramelization, and the sauce was great. Did I say that already? I had the shrimp and grits, with andouille sausage. Again, a great sauce that was absorbed by the grits. Nice sausage, medium spice, and succulent plump shrimp. A perfect portion. Nothing was left. Give this place a try. It will be a nice memory.

I would say while we were visiting the area this was the worst place we ate at. The service was not that great. The meal I ordered was awful, I didn't even eat it, I tried the shrimp and had to spit it out, the crab legs were awful as well and I have never left crab not eaten but this was dry and no flavor. As far as ambiance it was nice you can't beat being on the beach!

Enjoyed an amazing dinner with my family! It was our first time here and the food was so scrumptious. Some items were the grouper bites, Chilean seabass, grouper tacos, and seafood pasta. Would get all again especially the seabass and grouper bites. Service was great and the views and distance to the beach is very convenient. Nice little gift shop inside as well. We did have to pay to park

Updating as we brought our family here for a sunset dinner and the experience fell short of my last review. The location of course, is unbeatable. For the most part everything was as is. Where they fell short is in the new menu. Since my last review the tuna poke has changed to more of tuna on chips. Still good, but not great as it was before. Seems as though they needed to reduce the cost on this one. Calamari and coconut shrimp are still as is and super fresh. The lettuce in our farm salad was a bit silty and not as fresh as my other visits. Waiter was good but was not as attentive as Gavin and took a long time to get our check and check on our needs into the meal. No dessert was offered. Normally at least the key lime pie is mentioned. Maybe an off night.

Beach front table with our toes in the sand: nice seating area with great views - this was immediately available vs the hour wait for the covered patio. Website says no reservations, but they are available on Open Table so that was a bit frustrating only because half way through our dinner, the sun did emerge from the clouds and we all melted into sweaty puddles. Service was lovely- very attentive and not rushed. Food was good- $9 for kids Kraft Mac and cheese is always a bit tough to swallow - the cost, not the food. The kids inhaled it. We had the Caesar salad and the ahi and avocado "nachos". The salad was fresh and well dressed but tiny for a whole (not half) so that was disappointing. The tuna was good- only two tiny chunks of avocado and a LOT of seaweed. Valet is a nice touch! Overall, fine but nothing special.

We stumbled upon this place looking for a place to park for another restaurant. Parking was $20 an hour and we really didn't want to spend that money. This place had valet parking so it was perfect. There was an hour wait to sit outside but no wait to sit at the outside bar. The bar it was. The scene was great. You are sitting on The beach. When the sun set these orange lights came on that set a really nice mood. The drinks were not that good but the food was great. Try the crispy Brussel sprouts and the tuna taco appetizers. If the drinks were as good as the food, it would have been 5 stars for sure. We will definitely come back.

Love this place! We have been here a couple times, this time we made a trip from Orlando just to have dinner and watch the sunset. Food and service have always been good, the beach & sunset view from the dining area are spectacular. We've had many of their menu items, this visit we had: coconut shrimp, delicious! Crab cakes are fantastic, plus a grouper sandwich - which is one of our faves, and the farmhouse salad with blackened salmon. The salad is good, & the salmon was tasty, but I think it was slightly undercooked so I didn't eat a portion of it. Overall this place is a solid choice for a great dining experience. They have complimentary valet service, which is nice! I would recommend giving it a try if you're on the area, or just looking for an evening out with a terrific view!

The island is still recovering from Helene... So from the outside the restaurant didn't look like much Once you walked in the front door that all changed and I was sorry that we said we wanted to sit outside. The inside was so beautiful. Once we got outside, it was also amazing! Our server was friendly, but not overly friendly. He was very quick and our food came out a lot faster than we thought it would for a party with no reservation of our size! Their drinks were also pretty amazing... All in all it was a great brunch well spent with family and friends. !!! Definitely will be returning when we come back to Sarasota and Ana Maria Island!!!

The food was delicious. The ambience in this restaurant is top notch. The history behind this cute little beach side restaurant is very interesting. The prices are high, so expect to pay a lot. The beet salad was very good. I tried the calamari for the first time and the breading was very good and seasoned. The drinks were good but expensive for what you got.

5 Stars for the same amazing location, but an updated menu that DELIVERS on quality. I've been enjoying Beach House for years, but other than the location and the fish dip, I was never there because I was super excited about the food. They've recently updated and streamlined the menu (with a new head chef, I believe), and now I can't stop thinking about the food! My faves (so far): - Coconut Shrimp: this may be my favorite iteration of coconut shrimp I've ever tried. The shrimp is plump and perfectly cooked and crunchy with fried breading and coconut. The sauce is delicious and I recommend dipping the fries in the sauce as well! - the coconut cake: this is sourced from a local bakery and remains a truly memorable cake. It was often on the previous menu, and remains a must-order. - the bruschetta trio: the mushrooms, the tomatoes, all of it sings. The least noteworthy is the chickpea and hummus, but that's because the others are so impressive. The drinks are also fab, as usual. This is the perfect spot to grab a table directly on the sand and enjoy a meal with the best view in town!

We just love the his place. They are still recovering from hurricane damage so it looks a little different as they make repairs. There is valet parking which is very helpful. The service is good and friendly. The food is delicious and they have a nice drink menu. I love the salad options and the fresh fish personally. The view is oh-so wonderful.

Food and ambiance was incredible. Service was above par while we sat at the bar. Parking wasn't great but we were able to beach park for around 20 dollars for 2 hours.

Came here with the family to have early dinner and everyone enjoy their food. I did like mine as well however it wasn't what I was looking for. I had to add right to my meal in order to make it sufficient and feeling, but I will definitely come back here And order something different in the future so that way I can experience it a little bit better.

This was my favorite place that we ate during our week on AMI. Gorgeous beach views from the outdoor patio/bar area. We came here for dinner our first night, and then I went back for lunch/drinks 3 more times during the week. I loved being able to walk down the beach and pop in for drinks and a bite to eat at the outdoor bar. The drinks & food were all delicious. I especially loved the truffle parm fries, and they serve the best piña colada I've ever had. The servers & bartender were very friendly. The bartender especially did a great job managing the bar lunch crowd on his own. Even though he was clearly busy, there was never a delay for anything I wanted. I hope we visit AMI again, so I can come back!

What a great local oceanfront find that seems very popular with 11/2 hour wait. We were able to start out at the bar and moved to ocean front seating. The coconut shrimp and coconut martini was delish. We opted for clam chowder and lobster roll which was a nice size and lots of meat. The restaurant overlooks the ocean front and was quite serene at sunset. Indoor and outdoor seating is available and quite spacious with a gift shop in the heart town. Located on Anna Maria Island which was recently impacted by Hurricane Helene. Staff has managed to rebound and you can tell there was storm erosion and damage that is still in recovery mode along the coastline.

Such a gorgeous view with amazing services and delectable food and drink options. Definitely a beautiful spot to sit sea side.

They have very strong drinks! Almost too strong BUT I would rather that than barely any alcohol in a $15 drink. I just drank some & asked them to add more pineapple juice. Perfect. Pictured is the Pineapple Mojito, I also got the Mango Breeze (both $13, not bad!). For dinner I got the Grilled chicken sandwich and OMG I went back the next night just to get it again - it was that good. It has caramelized onions hidden under the cheese, great touch. Will definitely be back. The view was great too. Outdoor fans would be. Nice investment for the sand section but that's my only recommendation. 10/10

You can't beat sitting outside under the shade of umbrella 20 feet from the ocean waves. Though the bar is still being repaired they have plenty of tables in place. Food was great, beer was cold!

the service was great and by no means a reflection of my rating. the food however was nothing to write home about. i ordered the pesto, and while it was good, for $28 i have to say i was disappointed. the pesto wasn't bad at all, but it wasn't worth almost thirty dollars. for the price, i was expecting to be impressed however it was okay at best. the portion wasn't too impressive either; had it been more food i might have been inclined to understand the price point. the mussels they were good and the drinks were good as well.

My wife and I left the kids at the condo and came to the Beach House Waterfront Restaurant for a date night. The ahi tuna was awesome and she liked the seafood linguine dish. Nice location and ambience.

A nice place to watch sunset directly beach front. Pricing is moderate for the area although I did find a good priced rose to enjoy with dinner. I did enjoy the special ravioli they featured for the day with a stone crab cream sauce. Very tasty and a nice portion. My partner loved the pompano on the regular menu, some amazing flavors with the sweet corn pudding and bacon jam.

We had a wonderful beachfront dining experience at the Beach House. We (family of 4) sat outside next to the beach and enjoyed a beautiful sunset during dinner. The food was excellent! I had the Stuffed Combo with grouper, shrimp, and lump crab. Delicious. Service was also top notch. Very attentive and friendly waitress. We highly recommend!

Hubby and I took a chance on a new place to celebrate my bday and boy did the Beach house deliver!! Start with an oceanfront table (sand underfoot), add in a bucket of the Rum Runner drink, a mojito and our amazing waiter Steve and we ended up with a great experience. Hubby said it was the "best grouper taco ever" and our visit "exceeded expectations"--high praise from him. We'll be back!

We had an awesome dinner at Beach House to Celebrate my parents 50th Wedding Anniversary and send off dinner to end our 11 day vacation! It was our first time in AMI and cannot wait to be back! I will certainly make more than one reservation here! The service, food and vibe were so memorable!

I'll be honest, we were not planning on coming here during our weekend visit to AMI, but I'm really glad we did. We were a little overwhelmed by the traffic and the crowding since it's spring break so we went ahead and chose to do the free valet parking. Of course it's not really free because they do work based off tips, but we decided to do it for the convenience. If you wanna skip the valet, there are actually a few lots just down the road. If you're lucky there's lots that have spots that don't require any payment, you just have to be patient and take the risk of driving around. We were seated pretty quickly outside. We were able to sit outside under a table with an umbrella and put our feet in the sand. Our server (I believe her name was Shawn) was very pleasant!! We really liked her! We ordered some drinks and some food. The taste was decent. Of course it's beach food so the pricing can seem a little expensive. My sister ordered the fish tacos and the only complaint was that it only came with two tacos, but luckily they did load it with a good amount of fish. Overall, it was a good time and It's in the perfect spot to catch the sunset!

Love this place. Our server was super nice but a little slow. I had the grouper sandwich. Fish seasoned nicely and cook well. Fries that came with it were really good. The other dishes everyone got I was told all were good. Got key lime pie for dessert and it was great. We come here often

Big surprise. We're back again. I think that speaks loudly for what we think of each Beach House waterfront. We couldn't ask for better sunsets first time we've sat out in the sand. The views were tremendous. It was a short walk from our other condo that we're renting. And they are still stocking my favorite beverage. Services is outstanding as it always is Peggy's cousin came in and we're discussing where to take her, this was our number one choice. Jack our waiter did an amazing job. Both of us ordered the snapper with lobster cream sauce, sorry about that no pictures it looked good too good I'll let it hang around. Would definitely do this again. The love of my life selected a chicken sandwich with cheese and tomatoes and lettuce loaded up on it. She hasn't been talking much, so I have to assume that she likes it;-) As always,you should check this place out is definitely worth a stop. If you see a negative review as you read through the reviews I would suggest you ignore it as they are the exception to the rule. Like all reviews, you have to look as to where the person writing where they are coming from. For me I'm coming from a very good place as it's always outstanding here at the beach house. If I could give it an award I would. But, you'll just have to try it for yourself I'm sure you won't be disappointed.

We started our dining evening at the bar and were very well taken care of by the exceptionally experienced bartender Rodney. This restaurant has indoor and outdoor seating. However, the majority of the seating is outside. They do have fans, but just know that in the summertime in Florida no matter where you sit outside it's going to be hot. Our server came over quickly and took our drink orders and we ordered the calamari appetizer. It was flash fried and the Tahiti topping sauce was awesome. I got the fried shrimp and my wife got the seafood medley. There's no other way to describe the food at this restaurant. It is outstanding. The only reason it's not a five star review is because our server while good when she was there, disappeared for very long periods of time. While this restaurant is not cheap, you are paying for the location and the high quality of food.

Updating to 5-stars because they are now taking on-line reservations! Thank you. This is so helpful especially with a larger crowd. Dined here again on 6/2/25. The service was good, the food was good. The weather cooperated and provided a beautiful sunset. This is my go-to place when visiting.

My server Michel made my 24th birthday dinner very special :) he was very kind and efficient and offered great service restaurant venue was very pretty only thing I was bummed about was no stone crab but I was pleased with the stuffed haddock :) would definitely recommend also valet was lovely.

Great spot for sunset watching with your feet in the sand. We had coconut shrimp and steak and both were very good. Service was great and we even got a key lime pie dessert as a birthday gift.

Our server Jacob was awesome. We ordered drinks, but my husband's Margarita came with salt. We forgot to say no salt and he very graciously exchanged it with a smile. The food although delicious is a little pricey but when you add the view it's worth it for the Ambiance. Our server was fabulous and the manager Cali checked in with us several times. Rick had fish and chips. I had coconut shrimp. Delicious. This was our first visit, but definitely won't be our last. I think this is my new favorite place to go on Anna Marie Island.

Service is wonderful. Beautiful views. We had the crab salad, filet with crab, and the seafood boil.....everything as very good.

Ok so even if the sunset wasn't there this place still rocks. A burger fish n chips a poke bowl and some tacos. All left happy. Got the pepper appetizer and it was delicious. If you are here go for it.

If you think LongHorn Steak house or "The Outback" is "good food" you will probably proclaim the Beach House is "delicious". However , If you have a more experienced palate - this place tastes like your typical tourist trap food. SALT, SALT, More SALT, then add MORE SALT- if you love SALT, come to the Beach House. I found the food almost inedible, all the food was so loaded with salt, the flavor of the ingredients was barely recognizable. In fact, after dinner I felt pretty bad until I took a Potassium supplement and ate a Banana to counteract the Sodium. Seriously, whoever the Chefs are here, need to take a break, or get their palettes reset. The food was truly not what I would expect from a restaurant like this , it was awful. The same goes for its sister restaurant The Sandbar same issue. This is "cooking 101". There's no reason to cook this way and use this Much salt . Seriously, the food was so salty I couldn't taste the seafood in it. It was truly awful. We also heard same sentiments from other people we know who have stopped going there . We won't be returning. Sorry Beach House- but someone isn't paying attention to the kitchen. The food was terrible . Also we had 2 fish entrees, both showed up cool to touch and were undercooked. Had to send back. Our server was very nice, and the manager even came over an took 2 items off our bills. Unfortunately, the dinner was just a screw-up or giant proportions. Hope it can be fixed , the salt is going to kill someone eventually.

We decided to give this place a try and called them and asked how long is the wait. They said it was a 1:15 minute wait we walked over and was seated immediately. The place was very clean and the service was great. We got some oysters to start they we're great. We then ordered calamari everyone loved it. We then got the bread de jour everyone loved it. My ribeye was cooked rare like I ordered it. I was impressed because it was a 7 oz steak but was still cooked perfectly. I tried my wife's salmon it was very good. Ryan was in charge of service for our table and he was on point. The desert was also great.

This place is on the beautiful Anna Maria Island beach. You don't need reservations and the view is incredible. They have seating inside or out. Staff is friendly. Food is very good. Prices are moderate for a beach restaurant. Drinks are cold. We started with the calamari that was lightly breaded with Thai chili sauce over greens. It was delicious. We ordered the pecan incrusted grouper. Grouper was good but rice was a little crunchy. The vegetables were 3 little stems of asparagus and broccolini. It was a nice restaurant with good food. Enjoy the beach.

Perfectly cooker local grouper. The best we had in AMI. Its impressive considering the massive volume of this place. Its very very popular. Plan accordingly. They do takeout but you have to go and order in person. There is a takeout station to the right of the hostess stand. We ate on the beach once and ordered in once.

The Beach House is a great place to watch the Gulf of Mexico pass by. The Service was great. The food is Good but MAN is it Expensive, over $70.00 bucks for 3 Lunch Sandwiches.

The service here is exceptional every time we visit. The drinks are strong so it doesn't hurt your feelings to pay a little more for a drink. The food is incredible!! Even something as simple as fish and chips is absolutely amazing!

The food looks a lot better than it tasted. You're definitely paying for the view. And our experience was great until it came time to pay, I felt rushed We were not even finished with dessert, and she had already came to take my payment. I'm guessing she thought we were going to skip out on the bill for this over priced food. But the view was Beautiful.

Fantastic experience. Went there Sunday night for sunset dinner on the beach with my daughter and girlfriend. The location is perfect for the beautiful sunsets. The peel shrimp was awesome, so fresh and great amount. The chicken piccata and salmon dishes were the best we have ever had! You could cut the chicken with your fork and both tasting amazing and cooked perfect. The pesto pasta was also amazing; cooked perfect and so fresh homemade pasta. Can't say enough about how delicious everything we had was. Perfect location with table on the beach for the amazing sunset and our server Tyler was the best!! Will definitely be back each time in town to visit my daughter.