What is Blue Marlin on Anna Maria Island?

Anna Maria Island seafood restaurants are well known for providing the freshest ingredients on the island and combining them to create delicious meals made from scratch. Blue Marlin is not any different. With its incredible cottage as a setting where you enjoy your meal, you will feel like you are visiting an old friend as you enjoy an amazing Anna Maria Island dining experience.

We have gathered everything there is to know about Blue Marlin so you can experience the best coastal cuisine in during your stay in an Anna Maria Island vacation rental.

About 

Blue Marlin is located at 121 Historic Bridge Street in Bradenton Beach. It opened in 2011, and it stands out because it is a vibrant blue cottage that was built in the 1920s. The cottage has been restored, but the restaurant owners continue to make it an intimate experience by retaining the wainscoting and wood flooring. They have a black-and-white room available for you to take in some of the building’s history, including displays of black-and-white photos of locals, antique ship lanterns, fish mounts, and much more! 

What to Expect 

Blue Marlin offers its customers the freshest possible fish and its focus is on providing its customers with an amazing seafood experience, but seafood is not the only thing that they serve! The restaurant is perfect for people whose palettes enjoy different options as well including steaks and chicken. The prices vary depending on the dish you want but you can expect to find affordable options on their menu. 

Glazed salmon with avocado.
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Reservations are required on Friday and Saturday nights, and while they are not required on any other night, they are highly recommended. You can easily make the reservations through their website. The Blue Marlin offers both indoor and outdoor seating, so be sure to include what option you prefer in your reservation! Head over to Blue Marlin for a great time at any time, and don’t worry about having to follow any dress codes! 

Blue Marlin on Anna Maria Island has all of your favorite seafood meals available and much more! They offer plenty of small plate options, including ajillo, steamed clams, Thai nugs, shrimp dip, and seared scallops. For soups, you can count on tater soup, lobster bisque, or a New England clam chowder. There are plenty of salads and sandwiches to choose from. For entrees, you will find different types of fish, including grouper, snapper, and clams. Try the Whole Snapper, which is a fried meal served with pico de gallo, avocado, and rice with black beans if you enjoy your fish a little spicy! 

Plan Your Anna Maria Vacation

Why wait? Contact the team at Island Vacation Properties to start planning your next dream beach getaway to Anna Maria Island!

Live Music 

One of the things that set this place apart from the other Anna Maria Island restaurants is the live music. Blue Marlin offers different live music experiences throughout the week. You can easily view the calendar on their website to check out what events are coming up and to see which live bands will be playing during your night out! 

Your Anna Maria Vacation 

Anna Maria Island rentals are perfect when you book through us at Island Vacation Properties. Our properties give you everything you want in a vacation rental, including beautiful views, incredible amenities that you won’t want to miss out on, and a short distance from some of the best local attractions. You even have the option of booking a beachfront property with full kitchens, spacious living, and dining areas, and of course, close proximity to the best dining. If you want a vacation rental with a pool, we have those as well! Book your next vacation to Anna Maria Island through Island Vacation Properties, and you will have an unforgettable experience!