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Gulf Drive Cafe


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4 of 5 stars 28 ratings
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#6 of 13 restaurants in Bradenton Beach
  • Cuisines: American, Seafood
  • Address: 900 Gulf Dr N, Bradenton Beach, Anna Maria Island, FL 34217-3346
  • Phone:  (941) 778-1919
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5 of 5 stars
bcmel 16 contributions
scotland
Jul 14, 2009

Had lunch here when we arrived on island. It was very busy as 5th July but they coped well. The menu was good as was the food. It would have been nice to eat here at sunset if we had had more time. Too many good restaurants to choose from on AMI more

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4 of 5 stars
RobertBMiddleGeorgia 5 contributions
Middle Georgia
Jul 13, 2009

The seafood omelet was pretty tasty. The omelet with ham, sausage, bacon was also good. About what to expect in value for on the beach, literally, breakfast. We would go again. Service was ok, not great, but that seemed to be the norm for Anna Maria, and we just expect beverage refills, not being needy. This place is just a... more

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4 of 5 stars
NanaPatty 27 contributions
Birmingham, Alabama
Jun 14, 2009

Not only did we enjoy eating here, but it was close enough that we could ride our bikes there, hence the numerous visits we made. We only ate inside once, and it was not nearly the pleasant experience as eating outside on the edge of the ocean. After that, we waited for a table outside no matter how long it... more

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5 of 5 stars
missmilly 14 contributions
Middlesbrough, United Kingdom
Jun 6, 2009

Not only does this place do breakfast "with a view" but the food and service are excellent. Best breakfast we had on the island and would highly recomment. Also does lunch/dinner but we never got chance to visit. more

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4 of 5 stars
CAPTIVASUNSET 30 contributions
USA
Jun 3, 2009

The breakfast is very good with large portions. It is worth the wait to sit on the outdoor porch for the beautiful view of the ocean. more

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1 of 5 stars
pcloverva 2 contributions
virginia
May 7, 2009

If you are thinking of breakfast here forget it! Tasteless and overpriced ($20.00 for one order of pancakes, one order of french toast and two coffees. No meats.....) The worst breakfast experience ever. The french toast was grilled with the grease on the stove and the pancakes reminded me of summer camp. Go to McDonalds, I hop, Denny's or anyplace... more

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5 of 5 stars
Semi-Pro2 2 contributions
Nashville, Tennessee
Mar 17, 2009
2/2 found this review helpful

This is an awesome restuarant. Just a short drive south down Gulf Drive. We kept noticing this place every time we would drive by it. The place always had a lot of cars around it. (Don't worry you can park across the street if the lot is full.) When we did decide to try it, we fell in love with... more

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1 of 5 stars
Meow313 1 contribution
Chicago
Feb 23, 2009
2/2 found this review helpful

My husband and I went here for dessert one evening and decided to order milkshakes. I ordered chocolate and he ordered banana. Imagine our surprise when we got our bill and we were charged for the 2 milkshakes, plus an extra $2.50 for "toppings." Neither of us had ordered M&M's, Oreo Cookies, or any of the other toppings that one... more

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5 of 5 stars
marylandgirl9 1 contribution
maryland
Feb 22, 2009

my family and i enjoyed eating here during the week stay. we experienced all three meals during the course of the week. my children enjoyed playing on the beach while my husband and i enjoyed our meal. it was overall a wonderful experience and we will be back when in the area. more

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2 of 5 stars
travelal0t 2 contributions
thurmont, md
Feb 13, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

I read a review of the restaurant on trip adviser and thought we would try the Belgium Waffle for breakfast. Not good, frozen fruit. View was good sitting beside the gulf. more

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Gulf Drive Cafe Address

900 Gulf Dr N, Bradenton Beach, Anna Maria Island, FL 34217-3346
Tel: (941) 778-1919
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.