Bridge Tender Inn

American | Anna Maria Island, FL | $$$$

135 Bridge St, Bradenton Beach, FL 34217, USA


Overview

Bridge Tender Inn at 135 Bridge Street in Bradenton Beach has been a local anchor since 1989 — a beloved sports bar, Packer bar, and live-music venue that draws regulars by boat, car, flip flop, and bicycle from across the island. The menu steps up from standard pub fare with Grouper Reuben sandwiches, Baja Fish Tacos, Shrimpcargot (shrimp escargot-style), and Roasted Duck alongside the wings and munchies that keep the bar crowd happy. Live music runs seven nights a week, and the sports coverage via premium packages makes it the island's best game-watching destination. Arrive by boat via the adjacent dock.

Cuisine: American

Atmosphere: Beloved sports bar with dock access, Bridge St

Mains: $12 - $28
Dress Code: Casual

Inhaven Insights

  • What's great

    What's great

    Live Music Nightly

    Live music seven nights a week — one of the most consistent live-music venues on the island.

  • What's unique

    What's unique

    Proud Packer Bar

    The island's dedicated Packer bar — an institution on Bridge Street since opening in 1989.

  • What's worth knowing

    What's worth knowing

    Arrive by Boat

    Dockside access for boaters — tie up at Bridge Tender and walk straight in.

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