Best Casual Restaurants in South Bradenton

38 restaurants available nearby

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1. Scarpino's Classic Italian

4.6

Exceptional(103)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • South Bradenton

Booked 20 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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2. Riviera Dunes Dockside

4.4

Awesome(924)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Palmetto

Booked 21 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, 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. Cremesh European Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(339)

Price: Moderate

• European • Bradenton

Booked 5 times today

Cremesh European Restaurant is family owned and operated. Our menu is based on local ingredients with an European influence. You will find inspirational bistro food which is fresh, and tasty. Our commitment and passion is to the authenticity of our dishes and the freshness of our core ingredients.With an elegant European inspired menu and wine list, Cremesh European Restaurant in Bradenton is a fantastic establishment with outstanding food, coupled with great service and ambience.

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4. Red Lobster - Bradenton

4.2

Awesome(14)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Bradenton

Booked 2 times today

Elevate your day at Red Lobster, where fun meets fancy and every meal is a celebration. Whether you’re marking a special occasion or treating yourself or your crew, Red Lobster is the perfect place to enjoy all your seafood favorites. Dive into our signature shrimp, wild caught lobster and crab, and more. Plus, a variety of fish and popular non-seafood items like our Cajun Chicken Linguini Alfredo. Looking for a showstopper? Create Your Own Ultimate Feast or select a Live Maine Lobster straight from the tank. Or explore our Daily Deals with a different special available each weekday at a price you’ll love. Toast the day with Signature Cocktails including Lobster Punch and Main Deck Margarita Flights to make any moment feel festive. You won’t want to miss our newest menu items or special promotions like Lobsterfest and Crabfest. Reserve online today. Group Dining, To Go, or Catering options. For parties of 11+, please call.

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5. The Rosemary & Thyme

4.9

Exceptional(4367)

Price: Expensive

• American • Sarasota

Booked 35 times today

Welcome to Rosemary & Thyme! Downtown Sarasota American Bistro serving traditional and contemporary dishes with an emphasis on healthy options. Savor made-from-scratch selections for breakfast, lunch and dinner prepared with fresh ingredients from regional farms.

6. Boca - Sarasota

4.2

Awesome(1563)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Sarasota

Booked 39 times today

With a cozy vibe, food you crave, and heartfelt hospitality, Boca is your kind of place - an everyday upscale restaurant where you can be yourself and enjoy great fresh seasonal creations while we work thoughtfully to make even the most simple moments extraordinary. With a fresh and seasonal approach to the classics, Boca is the food you love handcrafted with the freshest ingredients into dishes you will crave. Like the food, our Market Fresh cocktails are thoughtful, luscious, and handcrafted featuring house-infused spirits and fresh ingredients. Join us for Weekend Brunch and Bottomless Mimosas, Lunch on the Avenue or Dinner with friends that feel like family.

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7. Wink Wink Food and Drink

4.5

Awesome(198)

Price: Expensive

• American • Sarasota

Booked 7 times today

At Wink Wink Food & Drink, we're inspired by the classic food and atmosphere of the 50s and 60s, like the chic supper clubs and breezy Tiki bars, but we serve it all up with a fun, modern twist. Our chef blends local ingredients and flavors to reinvent old favorites, offering dishes that are both a nod to the past and a taste of the contemporary.In our lounge and pool bar, you'll discover a thoughtful selection of classic cocktails, each with a playful name that perfectly reflects our easygoing vibe. This blend of past and present creates an ideal setting for everyone – families, friends, and anyone in between – to come together and enjoy the moment.We're dedicated to ensuring the quality and creativity of our cuisine and drinks--we take them seriously so you don't have to.

8. Arts & Central

4.8

Exceptional(331)

Price: Moderate

• American • Sarasota

Booked 26 times today

In the heart of the Rosemary District, come discover a dining experience that’s at the crossroads where laid-back vibes meet gourmet delights.

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9. Rocco's Tacos - Sarasota

4.3

Awesome(415)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Lakewood Ranch

Booked 65 times today

Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar Sarasota serves a diverse menu of authentic Mexican food in a vibrant, casual atmosphere, for locals and tourists alike. Rocco's passion for bringing the best of Mexico's flavor AND fun to life is felt as soon as you walk in the door. Our attention to authentic, fresh Mexican flavors and ingredients can be tasted in all our dishes - enjoy fresh guacamole prepared table side, house made margaritas, and Rocco's uniquely inspired signature tacos. From lunch to late night, for dinner or take out, there is something special waiting for you every day of the week. Be sure to stop in for our daily Happy Hour specials and our famous weekend Bottomless Brunch.

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10. B&B Chophouse and Market

4.6

Exceptional(1414)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Sarasota

Booked 27 times today

Lakewood Ranch award winning Steakhouse and Bourbon Bar right next to the clock tower in San Marco Plaza. We have a fun, lively atmosphere in beautiful and unique setting. Locally owned and operated with exceptional quality at a great value. Featuring Jack's Creek Australian Wagyu winner of multiple "Best in the world" awards. Our signature aged Angus Beef steaks are high quality with excellent marbling at a great price, slow roasted prime rib in our bourbon brown sugar crust is served nightly. Our daily "Fresh Sheet" includes the freshest seafood locally sourced. If you enjoy bourbon, we again feature a multiple "Best in the world" winner 15 Stars along with over a hundred other varieties and feature mix and match bourbon flights Live music on the weekends. Outdoor seating under cover, heated and fanned with our new awning. Top it off with excellent service and hospitality!Experience B&B Chophouse we hope you love it here!

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Thomas
Tampa / Central Florida West •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Love this little quiet place. A perfect gem. The guitar man and his singing was at the perfect soft tone. Can't wait to go back. excellent all around.
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Cremesh European RestaurantPrice: Moderate• European• Bradenton
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4.8
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Jeff
Southwest Florida •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Rosemary and Thyme consistently delivers an enjoyable dining experience. The food was delicious and the service was excellent. I highly recommend this restaurant.
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The Rosemary & ThymePrice: Expensive• American• Sarasota
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4.9
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Sherryvip
Tampa / Central Florida West •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
So happy with all the improvements at Scarpino's. Tom was our server and he was excellent. As usual, the food was delicious and good value for the money. Ambiance is lovely. Just perfect. Thank you to the Scarpino's team.
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Scarpino's Classic ItalianPrice: Moderate• Italian• South Bradenton
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4.6
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Myrnavip
Tampa / Central Florida West •62 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Great view huge patio on water. Attentive staff. Great food not pricey for water view. Loved my seafood Cobb salad with shrimp and lobster
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Riviera Dunes DocksidePrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Palmetto
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4.4
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Ariel
Tampa / Central Florida West •7 reviews
5.0
Dined on 30 July 2023
Amazing waiter! Kept everything flowing! Crabby fries were to die for, my goodness!!!!!!!!!!!
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Red Lobster - BradentonPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Bradenton
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4.2

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38 restaurants available nearby

1. Scarpino's Classic Italian

2. Riviera Dunes Dockside

3. Cremesh European Restaurant

4. Red Lobster - Bradenton

5. The Rosemary & Thyme

6. Boca - Sarasota

7. Wink Wink Food and Drink

8. Arts & Central

9. Rocco's Tacos - Sarasota

10. B&B Chophouse and Market

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