September 2017
News from the Sandbar, Beach House and Mar Vista Restaurants
Upcoming Events
2 for 1 Drinks at the Beach House!
There is no doubt about it… It’s HOT outside. So why not cool down with 2 for 1 drinks during our awesome Happy Hour, Monday – Friday, 11:30 am to 5 pm. Our Happy Hour menu has a wide variety of delicious menu items like our Seafood Bruschetta or Softshell Crab Sliders. Relax and enjoy on our new waterfront deck with overhead misters, shade or sun and a sunken lounge area. Happy Hour on the beach is the best of both worlds – refreshing drinks, delicious lite bites and great prices topped off with a beautiful view of the Gulf. Happy Hour just got Happier. View the menu…
World Rowing Championships 2017!
In just a few weeks, the 2017 World Rowing Championships returns to the United States for the first time in 23 years. The marquee regatta, taking place September 23-October 1 at Nathan Benderson Park, is the highlight of the international rowing calendar, featuring nearly 2,000 athletes from 70 countries. Find out more…
Booking Holiday Parties Now!
You might not be thinking about the holidays just yet but don’t miss out on securing your corporate, group or family holiday party at one of our four venues. They fill up fast so call today to save your date. Read more…
Studio at Gulf and Pine Celebrates 10 Years with a Special Event!
The Studio at Gulf and Pine, Anna Maria Island’s Premier Art Gallery, is pleased to announce 10byTEN at the Studio, an art exhibition, fundraiser and community celebration in honor of their 10th anniversary. Get more info…
Restaurant News
Chiles Group Aids in Hurricane Relief Effort!
In the spirit of paying it forward and helping those in need, our staff from all three restaurants are banning together to donate needed items to help those affected by Hurricane Harvey! Our hearts go out to those affected by this storm. Over the next few weeks and months, Read more…
Meet our new Sandbar Wedding and Event Coordinator!
We are excited to announce that Christine Greene has joined our team as the new Sandbar Wedding and Event Coordinator and brings over 12 years of catering and banquet experience with her. Her favorite part of weddings is getting to see the groom’s face as the bride walks down the aisle – and the hug she usually receives from the couple at the end of the night! Meet Christine…
All Wines Half Priced at Mar Vista!
All wines are half priced at the Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant. Enjoy your favorite wine by the glass or bottle at half the price. No purchase necessary. No coupon needed. Just mention the offer to enjoy! See the offer…
Chef Rich Moves up the Island!
Rich DeMarse has been promoted to the Sandbar Executive Chef position. Chef Rich was formally the chef at the Mar Vista where he created many delicious menu items and now will be taking over as chef at the Sandbar. We look forward to seeing and tasting all the delicious items Chef Rich will be creating for our guests.
Culinary Director Becomes Executive Chef at the Mar Vista!
Culinary Director, Erik Walker, has been positioned to take over as Executive Chef at the Mar Vista. Erik is excited to get back in the kitchen to use his creativity and vast culinary knowledge to create delicious menu items for the Mar Vista diners!
Get Social With Us!
Tweet, Pin, Post and Share! We love seeing all of our guests on our social media channels. We have a Facebook page for each of the restaurants as well as one for Pine Avenue, Anna Maria and Gamble Creek Farm. You can also tweet us on our Twitter pages, and share pictures on our Instagram or Pinterest pages! We hope you will check them all out. You can access them directly from our website. Let’s get Social!!! Get the details…
Come see us at one of our waterfront restaurants soon. Visit our website www.islanddining.com for great gifts, events, news, menus, directions and www.beanislandbride.com for information about beach weddings, receptions and events
Sincerely,
Caryn Hodge
Marketing Director
Sandbar Restaurant
100 Spring Avenue – Anna Maria, FL 34216
941-778-0444
Beach House Restaurant
200 Gulf Drive North – Bradenton Beach, FL 34217
941-779-2222
Mar Vista Restaurant
760 Broadway Street North – Longboat Key, FL 34228
941-383-2391
