Tonyamy Carlton

a week ago

Best shrimp cocktail I’ve ever had. A pound of delicious shrimp! Also had the grouper bites and they were so good. Highly recommended for a casual vacation mode dinner. Sit on the patio and watch the action from the fish village.

Cynthia Cannon

a month ago

We had the best night with the entire experience being perfect! Our party of 9 enjoyed every minute having the most fabulous server!!! Kira! She went above and beyond in every way making sure that we were happy and honestly i would have …

DawnMarie Stempin

a year ago

Great fresh seafood and delicious drinks! They offer baskets fried blackened or grilled !!! We tried the shrimp cocktail the fish tacos and coconut rice , blackened shrimp basket with Fries and the goat cheese salad . Our food was delicious …

Julie Phelps

2 months ago

We just had the most amazing lunch! Basil salad, added blackened grouper and grouper sandwich with fries, best fries we have had! We started with Stone Claws, amazing! Our server, Kira, was just the best! BTW... we are locals, have tried …

joe Hermander

3 weeks ago

Kira made our night!!! The food was fresh, the drinks poured just right and Kira was the best server we have had in years! We are all ex- service industry and she blew us away! She memorized every beer as well as the menu. I wonder if the …

Justin Cortopassi

a month ago

This was my first time coming here and I was impressed. Our server Madison was very good and help us with our order. The baskets were large and fresh. The kids loved the fries and my Red Shrimp was great. Highly recommend.

Brent Wentzel

9 months ago

Dining at the Cortez Kitchen gave us a nice vacation like, waterfront dining experience. Live music, grouper bites, fried shrimp Buffalo style, grouper dinner and great drinks. The tables are close to each other and that makes for a tight …

Abigail Lee

9 months ago

We actually were going to eat next door but there was too long of a wait so we were able to eat here, and I was not disappointed! It was our first day in Bradenton and we wanted some authentic seafood. I got the Grouper and it was …

Kimberly Thompson

a year ago

Cortez Kitchen met our expectations! Our waitress was incredibly attentive and knowledgeable, helping us navigate the menu to find options that suited our diet plan. The tables and seating area were spotless, adding to the overall pleasant …

Johnny Purvis

a year ago

This one of places “don’t knock it until you try it”. The food here was fantastic. They got unexpectedly busy last night and the one sever who was there did a great job with no help. Kind of wish we ate here sooner. My whole family enjoyed it. We will be back.

Sara Parmenter

4 months ago

This was my first eating experience at Cortez Kitchen. We saw that there were specials on a Sunday and I had a gift card burning a hole in my pocket. When we arrived we sat ourselves as the sign directed, we weren't greeted by a server for …

Samantha Garvie

a year ago

Relaxing outdoor café on the water. We enjoyed eating our lunch and having drinks by the water. I had the blackened fish tacos, which were very flavorful. Others had the Honey Butter Chicken sandwich and the shrimp basket. Overall, a very tasty meal!

John Drinkard

a month ago

My Daughter and I decided on The Cortez Kitchen for dinner on Tuesday. Hearing that the Fish was fresh caught I needed to complete my quest for finding the best Grouper Sandwich in the area. The youngster decided on the Fish Taco’s. The …

T D

a year ago

This place is 🔥 we enjoyed everything we tried. Crab specials are Wednesday only and it was so good. Drinks are also good and strong. Wear bug spray your on boat dock and mosquitoes can get pretty active. We will be back …

Ter'e Lindsay

3 months ago

We have eaten at the Cortez Kitchen since 1994. It has been a terrific favorite and we have had the greatest meals (Cheeseburgers mostly) that you could ever hope to have. I used to love your sushi too. …

Lisa Alkova

a year ago

Went here because the line at other 2 restaurants nearby was outrageous and were very pleasantly surprised! Our waiter Josh was extremely polite and fun. Suggested a few things of the menu, we loved it all! Mahi mahi tacos were my favorite. …

Philippa Pham Hughes

Edited a year ago

You can’t beat the view here and the food is very good. I used to come here all the time years ago but stopped a while ago when the quality seems to go downhill. Dont know what happened but it was delicious today. I’m so glad because I love …

Chris R

Edited a year ago

Cortez kitchen is one of our favorite places when we come to the island. Food is great, service is awesome and the atmosphere is laid back cool. We had the buffalo grouper bites for an appetizer, amazing. I had the fish taco basket which was delicious. Always a good meal and never disappointed. Definitely worth checking out.

Tammy Burdick

10 months ago

Couldn't have asked for a better day 🌞 The atmosphere was so relaxing, the service was great and the food was amazing!! Had the sampler...the scallops were to die for💜 And our waitress brought us a slice of cheesecake for a birthday...she was so sweet!!!! Overall, an absolutely fantastic lunch!!!! …

Jeff Angeleri

4 days ago

Great spot, have been here by boat and this past weekend, by car. Both bartenders were great, blackened Grouper sandwich & salad both very tasty.

Brooks Weber

a year ago

Disappointng first visit. Don’t trust any online menus or prices because they haven’t been updated by the new owner. It was our server Kira’s first week and her service and attention were 4 star, so my poor experience was solely related to …

Karen Beth

2 years ago

I mean it. This was the best seafood meal I have had, in my life. EVER. Landed in Florida and this was our first stop. We sat in the sun and pigged out!!! Conch Fritters!!! Big reds!!! Server staff was extremely friendly too!!! The best coconut shrimp I have ever had!!!!

Diane Liberto

a month ago

We saw a young musician that is from cortez. His name is Eric Von. He was amazing, great voice, great with the crowd!!! Can't wait to go back for the food and to hear Eric Von again!!

Space Kid_156

3 months ago

Cara was awesome! Super friendly, attentive, and really knew her stuff. She made our experience at Cortez Kitchen even better! Definitely hope to have her again next time!

Dr. Sherrich Sharper

6 months ago

Food was fresh and reasonable! Their was a live band on Saturday night and they were Lit!

Marian Rivera

2 years ago

We loved the place, the food and the reception service. All delicious I hope to return. Good portions of food. The only thing was the mojito was bad. The waiter said it was coconut and he didn't taste like coconut. The rest recommended.

NeGoshen Family

a year ago

It’s great that they have kids menu. My children said they love their selections. Food is good and our service was great.

Alex

5 months ago

Stopped here for lunch and was very pleasantly surprised with both the food and service as it wasn’t super busy. The blackened grouper was one of the best I’ve had, and the portions were good. Our server Kiara was very personable and attentive.

Jerry Battles

7 months ago

First time eating here. Crab legs were really good.

Eric Nygaard

a year ago

Food was ok service was great from the bar staff. Three of us ordered the Jumbo soft shell crab sandwich for $27. The crab was smaller than the bun and not worth the money. The fries on the other hand were plentiful and great!

Ruth Klein

2 years ago

They are closed on Mondays! Open at 12 noon rest of the week. Friendly staff. Absolutely breathtaking beautiful view of the bay (intercoastal) ! Covered outside only dining ! Great rain or shine.. they got u covered. . Live music 🎶 …

Tami Korum

2 years ago

Went there last night to hear Josh Quinn sing. He is an excellent musician and will be playing there every Friday in February. Go see him! He's amazing!!!! I had a couple of drinks and my husband and I split a cheeseburger and fries. The …

Karen Bastis

5 months ago

Was my go-to place in Cortez Village because of the ambiance and the previous chef's hospitality/talent, and, especially because you could still smoke at your table on the deck. Brought a friend there today and found out I hadn't been there …

John Partington

5 months ago

I always enjoy my time at Cortez Kitchen. The food/drink's was wonderful! It's a blessing to meet Katie what a wonderful lady she is,her drink's and service is outstanding! 😃☺️ Sincerely, John. …

Jason Morin

5 months ago

Tried to go there for lunch. There were only 2 other tables seated. We sat for 15 minutes while the waitress completely ignored us. Never even looked our way. Bartender saw us and ignored us also. Never even got water..

Lauda Sisung

2 years ago

The fish sandwich was the best. My friend got the grouper Ruben which was okay. A couple people got the shrimp special which was good, but as the shrimp cooled they were difficult to peel.

Amy D

4 months ago

Super good food! We had crab legs, burger and a salad. Great service and atmosphere, would definitely recommend!

Daniella RC

6 months ago

Food was amazing, atmosphere was good (need some attention to get rid of the flies) , server did what she could, she had a lot on her plate and no help at all. The manager/ owner, did nothing to help his team. Definitely bad administration

Barb H

a year ago

Very nice place to eat just recently renovated love this place in the food is very good right on the water

Antonio Pomales

6 months ago

We had waited 1 hour and a half for them to take our order, then 2 hours to get our food, and the prices were overpriced for the bad experience that we had. The flies and nats were driving me crazy, I don't know how you could stay in business with these kinds of things happening to the customers.

Nina-Jo Moore

4 years ago

Good food, like always! Good rum runner, too!! Service was great. A little spotty on COVID safety (not all wait staff wears face coverings).

Ryan Reid

3 months ago

Prices were good, food was great, and the service was excellent. Will definitely be back next time we are down!

Chuck Carroll

9 months ago

We have been fond of Snow Crabs for many years. We have been meaning to go to the Cortez Kitchen for the Wednesday night special for sometime and we decided to go last night. They have outside and inside seating. The outside area is on the …

Jim Bennett

7 years ago

Service was excellent. Seafood in the steam pot was all very fresh with great texture. Could have been a little more flavorful but still an excellent meal.

Rolf Waller

4 years ago

Some of the best-prepared seafood ever! NOTHING overcooked, which is rare, and everything seasoned wonderfully. Grouper, shrimp, scallops and stuffed crab, accompanied by hush puppies and mac 'n' cheese. And a key lime pie that is the best …

Haley Stamey

a year ago

This was our favorite dinner while in town. You can tell chef makes everything from scratch and it’s great!! The scallops and risotto was 🔥🔥We will be back! …

Stephen Berg

2 weeks ago

Glazed Salmon with coconut rice, asparagus and pickled onions. Very good!

Mike Sih

10 months ago

Our server was excellent. We had great stone crabs which were reasonably priced. The other foods were very good also. You’re right in the Cortez fishing village so you’re watching the fishing boats and fish distribution operations happening in front of you which was very interesting to see.

Amanda Gilleland

a year ago

This was our favorite meal! Not only was everything delicious but it was priced very well!

Norma Venasse

a year ago

Food outstanding service great atmosphere not exactly lush. But it is well worth the trip. Highly recommended

B. E.

a year ago

Nice that you can eat outside. Music on the PA was too loud but they accommodated our family by turning the volume lower and we were grateful. Fresh fish. …

Judith Iverson

2 years ago

Waitress recognized and hugged when we arrived - Josh was absolutely 💯 awesome - talented and personable❣️👍FANTASTIC EVENING🥳 …

S B

5 months ago

Loved this place! The wait staff was amazing and the food was delicious! Will definitely be going back!

Bri Suzano

a year ago

The Kitchen is back and better than ever! The new menu is so tasty! Everything is clean and new, all the servers and staff are super friendly! Our bartender - Josh, was fantastic! Robyn and Carter in the kitchen made our food perfectly to …

Stephen Kriss

5 years ago

Friendly waterfront vibe. Good food. Had the Red Palm shrimp. Excellent. Asked afterward, “so are these local?” Nahh, they come from Argentina. Little sad about that. Glad to have found this spot. Unassuming. Right on a working dock.

Jackie McCarthy

7 years ago

Love this place. it's a bit off the road and set in a marina. We had gator tail that was great and excellent spicy grouper sandwich. Nice band and open air seating. Kind of local hangout. Try to come every time I'm in the area.

Ryan Ondap

6 months ago

Service was amazing, very accommodating and helpful. Food was delicious! The vibes are spectacular. Definitely recommend!

Joel Lewis

5 years ago

Excellent food, service and atmosphere. I'm told that this is one of the places that the locals frequent. In the historic fishing village of Cortez!

Julie Robinson

7 years ago

Food was good coconut shrimp sweet potato fries not a huge fan of the coleslaw. Service was a little rough, chalk it up to having to be reseated because of the rain... Will try again on a sunny day. Great live music

Linda Woodstrom

2 years ago

The Red Shrimp was fabulous. Music tonight, didn't catch the name, but got a picture.

indigo58

2 months ago

Great place. Informal, laid-back vibe and excellent food.

Emily Braun

a year ago

Food is amazing! We had their Wednesday crab leg special and can’t wait to come back.

Chad Goins

a year ago

First time eating here and loved it. Josh took care of us. Highly recommend the Grouper sandwich.

Carol Oravis

a year ago

Amazing food and service. We ordered grouper bites for an appetizer. The fish and light breading tossed in buffalo sauce was great. The fried grouper sandwich and grilled Mahi were the best. Make sure to order the homemade fries! You will not be disappointed!

Brian Scott

a month ago

Good food and reasonably priced . Service was very good..

Christopher Mills

11 months ago

Local fishing village staple. The grouper sandwich is always fresh and excellent. The new menu lacks the awesome onion rings that were sorely missed. We'll still return!

Caitlin Higgins

10 months ago

Our server was Kira, and she was the sweetest and most attentive server we could have asked for. The food was excellent and the live music was also great.

Amy Cunningham

4 months ago

I am a local and tried the CK Got Chicken Sandwich....now I am a chicken sandwich expert.....it is the best chicken sandwich around!!!!!

Stephanie W.

6 months ago

Seemed to be understaffed, but waitstaff was friendly and the food made up for the delay. Very good, fresh food.

Stephen Shope

4 months ago

I will never come back to this place. I’m a local and never have I seen such disrespect from employees at this location.

Cathy Darpel

3 months ago

Kira was our waitress. Very knowledgeable and excellent service!

deb healing

Edited 6 years ago

The food is so fresh that we almost ordered seconds.

Kelly Dupuis

a year ago

Extraordinary fresh seafood! Incredible homemade desserts. Beautiful place! Wonderful fun vibe. Service is slow but you lean into it and enjoy the experience!

Cortez Coastal Cruises

8 months ago

Josh and Kira are amazing and Chef James makes the best food!

Alec Blend

3 weeks ago

Great folks been coming there 20+ years

Connie Taylor-cox

a year ago

Unfortunately not the Cortez kitchen we experienced in the past. Atmosphere is good facelift that was done is nice, service is good, entertainment was good but the food is not what it once was. The special was described to sound delicious, …

Elaine Cowen

2 years ago

Loved the old Florida feel. We were there on a warm day but it had a large under cover area with fans and a nice breeze off the water. Four of us went and we all enjoyed our meals. Two had the grouper and said very fresh. One liked the fish …

Lauren Di Cairano

10 months ago

Had the absolute best night. Environment was great, live band, good food ( recommend the buffalos grouper bites) and Kira our waitress was amazing !!

Fluffy lee

6 years ago

Great food, and a really chill environment. Hidden Gem.

Jennifer Cloutier

5 months ago

Waterfront! Super casual. Pet friendly! Outside, covered seating only.

Scott Schibonski

10 months ago

When a place you love closes and then reopens with new owners/management there's always the risk that what made a place special will be lost. Kudos to the new team in that while it's still the Cortez Kitchen, in some ways it is even better.

J Dub

a year ago

This is a great place right off the beaten path that everyone should visit if they are in the area for sure! Great food choices! Lovely drinks! And a nice staff to take care of you too! If you enjoy seafood then you must go try it but they definitely have other options as well and you won't be let down!

Adrian Morris

a year ago

I was visiting Bradenton last weekend with some friends and it was recommended to us, to have dinner at Cortez Kitchen. I had the Braised short ribs dinner and it was amazing. I also had the calamari which was properly seasoned and lightly …

Allison Weston

a year ago

This has been our favorite restaurant in the area for many years now. We saw that they recently had an ownership change and were a little skeptical about the menu changes we saw, but wanted to give it a try. They were supposed to be open …

Abigail Begin

10 months ago

Our waitress Kira was the best we’ve had down here! And the band taking requests was amazing too!

John Stewart

6 months ago

Lunch on the pier! The snow crab legs special on Wednesday is a great deal! Fantastic!

janice petersen

a year ago

I took a friend for lunch. First time back foe me since the renovation. Sadly I feel that the ambience is no longer there. Too modern and seems like the menu is more expensive. I really liked the former restaurant with it's casual atmosphere and kids being able to explore.

KELLY COLEMAN

3 months ago

Live music, amazing food, beautiful breezy night. Who could ask for more?

Stacey Miller

a year ago

Always a great time at the Kitchen. Loved the remodel. Loved seeing Lily running the show like a champ on a busy night! Great views, family owned and operated. Fresh Seafood .. What else could you ask for?

Kylee Kessler

a year ago

We had the best server, the seafood was fresh, the only thing was we were eaten alive by mosquitos, I saw fans but we wanted to sit closer to the water. Just recommend being near the fans, we are in Florida so that’s not surprising we have …

Lori Gsell

10 months ago

First time here and I loved the bartender Peyton very friendly made great suggestions and the drink and food were great. I will be back before we leave we are not local.

Jeff Johnson

4 years ago

Good food. Local entertainer singing the day we visited.

C W

2 years ago

We try to get here whenever we're in town, but it been a few yrs. Glad to see parking has opened up a bit, but the place is still small so get there early. I love the grilled grouper sandwich while the others prefer blackened. It's a good …

Laura Hatfield

6 years ago

Amazing food and great service! The buffalo grouper is one of my favorites. The grouper rueben is the best one I have ever had!

Roy Brown

2 years ago

We have been going to the kitchen for several years, every time we come to Longboat or Anna Maria. Usually visit at least twice a trip. We were a little disappointed with our first visit for this trip. Ordered 2 …

Daryl Kuiper

3 weeks ago

Great sea food! Pricey

Irina Sandler

2 years ago

Cortez Kitchen is an absolute hidden treasure nestled in the heart of an authentic Florida fishing village. From the moment I stepped inside, I was captivated by the genuine charm and welcoming atmosphere that oozes with local character. …

Lavender Fana

a year ago

This place is amazing, I had a great time. Fresh fish really makes the difference, and my server was the coolest. I don’t remember his name, but he was tall with some facial hair, he rocks too!

Denise Morrow

3 years ago

Great place to go especially when Doug Deming and the Jewel Tones are playing! Our food was great!

Steve Rosensweig

a year ago

Great atmosphere if the smell of fresh seafood doesn't bother you. Good place to catch live music and your standard fare of FL food.

Randee Long

a year ago

Great food for the price. Close to Anna Maria Island.

Vanessa De Los Santos A

a year ago

Everything perfect. The fishes were super fresh and well cooked. The service was great. The ambiance perfect, music at a volume that allows conversation but you don’t hear other tables conversation.

Linda Scott (Lin or Lindy)

Edited 5 years ago

Whenever we have out of state visitors, The Cortez Kitchen is the 1st restaurant we take them for, what's left, of a bit of "old Florida" and for the great bands on the weekends. We went on Friday night, 11/06/20, and this fantastic band, …

Susan Straus

2 years ago

Being on the pier is interesting, but the only available table after waiting more than 30 mins ended up being in the parking lot where the view was a semi truck and skid loaders. …

Mark Inkster

6 years ago

Amazing seafood lunch with a live band. Nice Sunday afternoon

Fred Wittmann

3 years ago

Good food good wait staff and the band that was playing on Sunday was excellent very enjoyable time.

Shell S.

a year ago

Nice bar restaurant in the fishing district on a canal. Casual dining. Gets busy. Guess it just got updated some. Fun to watch the fisherman come in and clean the fish. Food is local fresh.

Maggie Cash

a year ago

The new owners have really cleaned this place up! Same vibe as before but with much better food! Everything is so clean, as a restaurant should be! The live music was really fun! Will definitely be back!

Tony

4 years ago

The food was great, the service was good and fast. I would have given them a solid four except that we battled flies the entire time we ate because the place is all open air. They should figure out a way to prevent flies because as soon as …

Lisa Ciafre

10 months ago

The scallops with risotto is absolutely amazing! Must go place for crab legs on Wednesdays. Will definitely be back.

Rosemary Means

a year ago

Hostess Vanessa was excellent. She appeared to love her job and was very friendly and competent. Waiter Hudson did a fine job - prompt and efficient. The food was excellent - grouper sandwich and boom boom shrimp.

Scuba Steve

2 years ago

We originally had reservations for the place next door. However, their systems shut down so we had to find another option. Ended up going here to Cortez Kitchen and was the BEST seafood we’ve had! The. Freshest. Seafood. So glad we discovered this place. Friendly staff and strong drinks. This place is a must and we will be back!

Derek Freeman

5 years ago

Went there on a Friday night and they had a great band that night. Wife had shrimp and I had a grouper sandwich. Both were very good and the beer was really cold. We’ve been here 3x and they never disappoint and always have a good band playing. 👍👍👍we will definitely come back again and again. …

Terry Killingsworth

7 years ago

Great casual dining. Took visiting friends there and everyone is still bragging on our meals. The red shrimp were out of this world good along with the grouper sandwich which we split. Prices are well in line but the quality of food was …

neal hughes

7 years ago

Awesome fried seafood platter today with quick friendly service.

Angela Nelson

4 years ago

Holy smokes! Make sure to order the soft shell crab sandwich, it will make your day five million times better!

John Hatcher

Edited a year ago

The calamari was extremely chewy and had no flavor whatsoever. My mother had the clams and they were overcooked. I have been here before and I can say for a fact. Maybe it's because of the snowbirds. But the food was horrible compared to last time. I was here.

Brian Clark

a year ago

Best Seafood I have ever had, hands down.. I had the Seafood Sampler (blackened) and my wife had Scallops Rissoto.. Seafood was so fresh, and prepared excellently.. Nice location on the water.. Will definitely be back!... Update- I …

Lauren Ruff

6 years ago

The food is always great and they have a nice beverage menu. The specials and regular menu items are delicious. Service can be hit and miss. This time the waitress was very friendly, but didn't check on us until we were finished eating. Had …

Sylvia Brauler

3 years ago

I got a fried grouper sandwich with hush puppies. The sandwich was amazing, the hush puppies were moist & delicious. Vanessa was my server. She suggested this awesome sauce she loves to dip her hushpuppies in & made it special. This was to die for!!! What a fabulous server & super kind human being! I definitely will be back :)

Ralph Gagner

5 years ago

Went there for the first time for lunch today. Was really looking forward to it after seeing all the positive reviews. Had the fried mushroom appetizer. Price was only an issue after only 13 small …

Ingrid Balunek

4 years ago

Absolutely Love this place. The grouper sandwich was never ending. Old florida (down to Earth) feel. The service was great. If you are looking for the touristy places this isn't for …

Stephanie W

3 years ago

We were a party of 4 adults on Friday evening. The food was just ok. I got the blackened grouper sandwich with onion rings. Hubs got peel & eat shrimp and fries, friends got grouper sandwiches as well. I don't think it was worth the price …

Mark Russo

6 years ago

The food was good, but oh my God, the serving sizes of everything shrunk. My daughter laughed at how small her fish was for her fish and chips. Everything we ordered seemed small. Oh yeah, plus they put the tip on the bill, so be careful …

Ray O'Brien

a year ago

Love Cortez Kitchen...!! Great food, service and atmosphere. True old Florida bar and restaurant. Been here many times with no complaints. Regulars here are always very friendly too.

Erik McKibben

4 years ago

We had a super friendly server. The place looks like a bar/restaurant, but had really good seafood. Nothing fancy, but my scallops and my wife's grouper were cooked perfectly. We sat outside on a deck in a marina setting.

general zzodd

7 years ago

I gave three stars but to be honest I went with what I've seen and smelled since I've never eaten there but the smell of the food is always good. They are always busy. Also the locals I talked to say the food is great and the old Florida …

Jennifer Coy

9 years ago

I loved the laid back atmosphere. Causal feeling, my gator bits were great! Really enjoyed the bands. The owner was very involved with all customers. I liked that. I will be back next trip 😄 …

Greg M

4 years ago

Hands down the worst experience ever at any food establishment. The owner appeared drunk , used the f bomb several times while telling us we should have not put up his cheap umbrella! Forget the fact we had been waiting 20 minutes with NO …

Nicole Patton

4 years ago

I am absolutely appalled with this restaurant and their employees. My family and I went to have dinner with relatives around 6pm (where they were busy at all). They had a sign that said seat yourself so we did so in the back of the porch/ …

Jeff Rodgers

a year ago

This place has just had a complete makeover with a brand new menu! It will definitely be one of our favorites for a long time to come! Great job JB!

Clay Lacy

a year ago

Awesome little spot off the beaten path. Service was excellent and the food was amazing. Definitely worth waiting for Wednesday for the crab!!!!! Will come back for sure!!!!!

Diane DeVera

4 years ago

I’m a local and have been going to CK for several years. The service has gotten progressively worse and yesterday took the prize. The tables are as close together as they ever were. The bartender and most of the staff was not wearing masks. …

Susan Kimon Deal

5 years ago

Enjoyed our visit to Cortez Kithchen...pleasant atmosphere, good service and the food was delicious and a nice portion for the price. Highly recommend!!

brucefutch

3 years ago

Was recommended by a local and was right on the money!! Wings are definitely on point. We had Buffalo medium, teriyaki, and garlic. Nothing left but the bones!! Waitress was very attentive and polite. Will definitely be back next visit!

Karen Rafferty

7 years ago

Excellent food and service and must mention the fantastic band playing there on a Thursday night. If you like shrimp, order it. Large, fresh and wonderful. It's a little difficult to find, it's tucked away, but plan to get there early. Smaller restaurant and fills up fast. Enjoy!

Kay Luczak

Edited 3 years ago

I don't care what you order at Cortez kitchen the food is absolutely wonderful. The best hamburger I have ever had anywhere and I've been many places for hamburgers. Is their seafood platter is fabulous. And their blackened Mai mai is …

Jason Arno [Staff]

3 years ago

I've been going here for many years. Always get the Royal Reds and they are always great. But this time it was very different... A different shrimp than normal.. smaller, did not taste nearly as good as normal and no shell on them..not …

Anita Calhoun

2 years ago

First time there, very busy at that time of day (early afternoon), but service was good for being so busy, food was excellent... Atmosphere was old Florida type, a bit loud from everyone talking, and so close together. All in all, very enjoyable.

C. C. McColligan

2 years ago

Absolutely no accommodation for vegans out with their families or anyone with a dairy allergy for that matter. Contacted restaurant ahead of time and they were not at all helpful. Said they were busy and didn’t want to answer questions as …

Sabrina Gauntt

6 years ago

The staff was great, the live entertainment was nice... however, the royal red shrimp is huge but has absolutely no flavor. No seasoning not even butter on it. Just thrown on the grill. Parts of the shell and feet were burnt which made the …

Niki Bradshaw-Cole

4 years ago

This place never disappoints! The live music is always awesome especially when TC and Randy are playing. The food is delicious, the beer is cold, service is excellent! It's busy for a reason, the place is great!

Chris Pratt

7 years ago

Good, fresh seafood. Casual, outdoor dining with mediocre bands. Service is friendly and professional but kitchen is slow. Great place for good food and enjoyable Florida afternoon, not so great if you're looking for a "quick bite."

Kathy Robertson

8 years ago

Super laidback casual outdoor restaurant, with very friendly and helpful staff. Had live music the evening we went. I had the oyster basket, the oysters were very tiny pieces with the broccoli side, but all were great tasting. Our table …

Joe Ruszkowski

4 years ago

Cool times in small drinking village with a fishing problem. Excellent food and affordable drinks. The atmosphere takes you back in time to how drinking villages use to be. One has a feeling Black Beard may come kick the door in at any moment with candles in his beard.

Constantino Padron

8 years ago

Waited a while to get served and the place was empty. The food is over priced and small portions. The shrimp were cocktail size not jumbo like advertised. The waiters only came three times for the time we were there. Tried this place …

laura parker

3 years ago

I guess I just ordered the wrong things. peel and eat shrimp were nice jumbo, but then the coconut shrimp, not much to write home about. My friend was gracious enough to treat but I couldn't help but feel buyer's remorse. Then I saw the …

Rachel Gursky

7 years ago

Delicious peel and eat shrimp! Blackened platter (especially scallops) check out. Get the table wine

Matt P

Edited 4 years ago

Loved the grouper sandwich and $1 happy hour bud light's!!! We've returned! Had to have that sandwich again and added the stone crab. Great addition. We were told the crab is in season until April

Linda Mansell

6 years ago

Food delicious, a comfortable and clean bar and eating area with tables in the shade or in the sun. No music tonight but we were hungry, not there for the music. Live music Fri, Sat, Sun and it's usually worth watching! All the staff were very pleasant and smiling and clientele friendly. Will go back there.

Justin Woodward

2 years ago

Slow service all around. No AC, is outside sitting but hardly any shade. Won't move tables to accommodate 9 people. Have ate here almost every year for the past 10yrs. on vacation, gone down hill. They havent up graded sitting. Prices are more expensive than other nicer restaurants around the area.

Michele Neathery

4 years ago

The food was fantastic. We both had the veal marsala. We had a cup of the shrimp corn chowder which was the soup of the day and a delicious salad. I can't remember the name of salad but it wasn't the typical house salad. I would have given …

gina phelps

4 years ago

pros: relaxed outdoor atmosphere, great service, live old rocker guy music, best drink prices in town, fresh great tasting food. Con: small fish serving of Grouper. Come as you are and enjoy the experience.

Melissa DeCapite

6 years ago

Spectacular! The blackened shrimp dinner was excellent. Add hushpuppies and steamed garlic broccoli and you have a winner. Husband had the Royal red shrimp that tastes like lobster! Loved the rustic earthy feel of the inside. Great service!

Mark Kosbe

3 years ago

Service sucks. You can get much better food in the area. The food here is all fried besides a few select things. Expect to bus your own table unless you are a regular. Also order at the bar cause you’ll be lucky to see one of the elusive waitresses

Gloria Mason

3 months ago

Fried shrimp are large and fried to perfection 🥰 …

Island Girl

8 years ago

If you're looking for pure Florida ambiance, this is the place for sure!! Outdoor seating right on the water and live music. The downside is the food which is average (except for the key lime pie and the …

Patricia Leigh Allen

a year ago

Everything about tonight was great. Fabulous band!

Roni Reinhold

6 years ago

The music was great. The chowder was delicious. But the shrimp were disappointing, they were quite mushy. That surprised me because I've had them before and recommended them to the resy of my party. If you're looking to converse with your friends, go when the band is on break.😂🤣 …

M. K.

Edited 9 years ago

Simply can't go without it. When summer's here, so are we. This place is off the beaten path, it's rugged, it's authentic. This is your flip flop heaven with fresh seafood processed right there on the dock. The food is plentiful and good. …

Babcia Jung (The Cool Grandma)

4 years ago

BEST Local Seafood! Fantastic blacken grouper was BY FAR the freshest! …

Todd Bradford

3 years ago

Fun dockside atmosphere. Locals were having fun at the bar and receiving the most attention from the wait staff. I ordered a cocktail and it came in a plastic cup and I doubt had much if any actual liquor in it. My wife had the fried Mahi …

Just Pretty

a year ago

I'm hard to please. Trust me. This place was delicious. Clams, risotto, scallops and the fried grouper sandwich was perfect in every way. A+.

John Blenker

2 years ago

Food was fabulous, service was excellent. Great place to take an out of town friend for an awesome grouper sandwich. Keep up the excellent work. This is old Florida at its finest.

Peter Schwarz

6 years ago

Not high brow, but a great place for some seafood, a cold beer, excellent live music and a bartender that will listen to your BS.

Colin O'Connor

8 years ago

We went for spring break in college roughly 10 years ago, and it was the best grouper sandwich I've ever had. I never thought I'd come back so I forgot the name, but then one of my best friends (who was also on the trip) moved almost across …

Paula Bennett

8 years ago

We took our kids ,grand kids, neice & husband all together their was 10 people . Would not return our fried oysters we almost spoiled came with French fries …

Laurel Ryan My Gmail

6 years ago

Can't say enough about this place. One of our favorite restaurants, and our first stop when we arrive in Florida in January. The Royal Reds are melt in your mouth delicious, and it sounds strange, but their broccoli is THE BEST. Good atmosphere, great staff.

barbara hart

2 years ago

We like the old place better. Food way overpriced for the Portions. Music way to low. Waiter didn’t know anything about the menu. Very disappointed! Won’t be back!!

Diane Schertzer

6 years ago

Packed with people, parking is dicey and combative.... Friday in season... what did I expect? Grouper is outstanding, fixed many ways, most likely swimming in the AM. Our …

Ian Quan

2 years ago

Great, fun lively atmosphere with the live music and hot crowd. Most importantly, the food and service is fantastic. Love coming here every time I'm in town.

Beth Billstrom

2 years ago

Our fave place whenever we visit the area! Food is great! They get very busy (because they're so good), but worth the wait.

Kevin Harwood

Edited 14 years ago

Ate here 4/3/2010, Great seafood and cold beer. A great out of the way place to eat outside and enjoy the FL sun. Will eat here again. The grouper sandwich and popcorn shrimp were good. …

Amy Wisenbaker

7 years ago

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE THIS PLACE! Went there, for the 1st time on the 4th of July! Although it was hot, they had fans everywhere! Service was great, fish was great, beers were ice cold and happy hour was the best! Will be back!!!

Dj Powis2

3 years ago

Buffalo grouper sandwich, Buffalo grouper bites, soft shell crab sandwich, grouper Reubens are all incredible. The sandwiches are massive and delicious. Amazing place to stop on vacation we come by 2-3 times a week when we stay on AMI. don't miss this spot!!

nina moore

7 years ago

Horrendous service! I have never had a bad meal here, but tonight 's service ranks in the top 2 of bad service I have had. I sat, was ignored for about 10 minutes. The place was busy - i expected a wait. Finally, after 10 minutes and not …

Marsha Savard

9 years ago

Chowder was good. White without being pasty. Peel and eat shrimp was tasty, fresh and firm. Good music and atmosphere. Service at the outdoor deck bar was good and friendly. Good dockside spot. If you want to cook at home, their fresh seafood market nextdoor is great too. We will be back.

Marlene W

3 years ago

One of my favorites!! Repeat customer! First started coming here on vacay as best seafood near AMI! Then moved close by, added bonus! Seafood is excellent- hint- they own a seafood market close by tooooo! Reasonable prices, not touristy, bands on the weekends. Liz is the best server!!!! A hidden gem if you can find it.

Ron F

6 years ago

Always a great experience. Cindy was our server and did an outstanding job. The music was enjoyable and the fish dinner was also exceptional. Old Florida at its best. Thanks.

Sher

4 years ago

Great service and food!!!! On a Saturday night when 13 of us to don't have reservations it was very nice out side. Truly would recommend and I personally loved the grouper sandwich

Matthew Vile

4 years ago

Great local seafood, sometimes fresh caught that day. Local dive bar, outdoor seating. Do not go here if you want some fancy-shmancy dining experience; go here if you want to hang with local fishermen, drink beer, and listen to live local music.

LARAE ROUNDTREE

3 years ago

Very low key blue collar establishment. Very casual dress (shorts and sandals). Varied menu.. Sea scallops were the best ever!!excellent wait staff.. going back soon on a week night !

Erin Cox

10 years ago

It's a shame the restaurant is run so poorly. The atmosphere is laid back and there is a live band. Unfortunately, the food is pretty gross (fine if you like deep fried and greasy food) and the wait staff is horribly slow and not at all …

Ben Ursel

5 years ago

Food was decent. Restaurant was understaffed, so the service was very slow. The bartender spent a lot time joking around with the regular customers, forgetting the drink order. The drink only came after we asked to have it canceled. Seems like they cater to the local regulars.

Key Wester

7 years ago

The Mahi sandwich was delicious, the band was fantastic and did a great job entertaining us, however the only thing my wife and I will remember of the place is how we were attacked by 20, 000 flies and 30, 000 noseeums. A wonderful evening …

M

7 years ago

This is a nice place with fresh and delicious seafood. The coconut shrimp is excellent. Has a outdoor waterfront patio for dining and listening to the live entertainment. Cortez Kitchen even has a view to the Sarasota skyline if you walk …

Tony

Edited 4 years ago

Been coming here for years. Great grouper sandwich. Great old Florida atmosphere. Update- got a couple of great grouper sandwich s and the service was awesome today. 8/7/2021

Trudy Dodson

a year ago

Food quality was really good, not enough wait staff as usual any more, prices decent. Would definitely go back!

Brandon Sanford

7 years ago

Everybody was smoking around us. Food was marginal. Live music was loud and obnoxious. If I wanted to get drunk and listen to subpar loud music while sucking down second hand smoke, this is the place. …

Rebecca Herrold

7 years ago

One of our favorite places around Bradenton. We go usually a couple of times each trip to the area. We were lucky that they weren't too busy arriving there for an early weeknight dinner. Service was very good, as usual, grouper dinners were great.

Aspen Marie

Edited 2 months ago

Kira was great! Wow the steak sandwich and salmon bowl for the win! Never a disappointment!!

Kristen Wolf

6 years ago

Hands down the best seafood I've had in the area!! Nice laid back and casual atmosphere on the water. The scallops were literally to die for! The seafood platter is a MUST. We definitely will be back!!

trainboyninja

4 years ago

Edible at best and way overpriced. Pretty sure you can find better seafood if you are going to pay this price. Paid $28 for seafood platter. It consisted of 4 small shrimp, 3 scallops, a piece of fish that was overcooked, a stuffed crab that had to be frozen and pre-made. Just kinda yuck.

Brad Sullivan

3 years ago

Service doesnt seem to care but that makes sense because this place is mid at best. Half the food is sitting and cold, drinks are fine which is a plus, everyone comes here to yell at sports and you cant hear anything, seems understaffed and overrated, even a waiter told us what not to order.

Garin Hart

4 years ago

Loved our waitress Maryann. Food was pretty good. Everyone had Grouper. Grouper is the star on the menu but not that dissapointing. Laid back atmosphere. Enjoy

Karen King

6 years ago

Not the same fun place as last year. Miss the happy hour 4-6pm, now only 3-5pm. New wait staff not very good. But Ryan is still the best bartender in town!!

Corryn Smith

12 years ago

The buffalo grouper sandwich was spot on! The service was pretty good. Didn't have to wait long for our food. The live band really set the chill and relaxing vibe.

Katrina Schulz

4 years ago

The waitress Mary Ann was Excellent! The peel and eat shrimp. Not so Excellent. The shrimp was not deveined. Scallops were delicious! Okra too. Hush puppies were good also.

Christianne Gingerich

3 years ago

Delicious fresh seafood near the water. Reasonably priced and tasted amazing.

S SS

4 years ago

Second visit expecting an omelette! What I got was a round pancake egg with the veggies inside like a pita! Boyfriends same way. Eggs are completely separate from the other ingredients First trip the cook knew how to make an omelette. So annoying you can’t get consistency. Will not be back

Brad Hobson

6 years ago

Staff gets a 10, not much to look at, but food was fantastic. The fish was fresh! Definitely recommend the Grouper and Mahi! They were even very accommodating for the kids!

Annette Wolfe

4 years ago

Always loved the food and atmosphere when we stopped in Cortez over the years. However this year the prices were really expensive even for lunch and the food was just ok.....paid $70 for two fish baskets 2 beers and one glass wine. Probably won't go back

Tammy Weber

2 years ago

Shhhhh...us locals go here, great little bar, great local bands, food was amazing and service was prompt. This is not a fine dining establishment, but a down home, friendly place in the little fishing village of Cortez.

Jill Nevadomski

a year ago

Food was fresh and delicious. Our waiter Josh was fabulous. Atmosphere was perfect. Will be back.

david huggins

a year ago

just another example of how to ruin a perfectly good place. remove all the character and uniqueness and make it "anyplace usa". i will put it on my list of boring predictable places where we store our tourists!!

Scott Mcghee

10 years ago

The food was major rip off. Very dissapointed to spend so much money for food that is literally horrble. Ordered oyster basket and grouper sandwich. Oyster basket contained seven oysters that were the size of jelly beans that tasted like …

Sonny Jones

Edited 8 years ago

Five Star seafood - super fresh! Way too slow and the place is an effin dump. With the business they do they should reinvest in their business! But I'll be back for that fresh seafood. …

Kevin Wetherwax

2 years ago

The food was above excellent. Our waitress was the best one we've had any where ever. This is a fantastic place to eat!!!!!

Deb

3 years ago

Great service, atmosphere and food. Live music, fun crowd and a great outside deck/bar. Our waitress Kelly was excellent!

Nancy Hendricks

6 years ago

Ordered grilled grouper, could have been cooked longer. Should have sent it back. Service was great. Real Floridian as fish processing behind it. Location was great.

Robert Davis

7 years ago

Good food good band playing kindly wait staff. Rice in the sushi was a little undercooked and encountered a rude nasty biotch of a patron. (Walked by and farted in her general direction later). Don't eff with me!

Doug Radke

8 months ago

Fun local bar restaurant. Had live music and good food

Colin Groves

3 years ago

The most stressful laid back waterfront restaurant. Seat yourself so there are waiting patrons trolling for tables constantly, understaffed, so the three servers are frantically speed walking around. Food was all fried.

cynthia meyer

a year ago

Good seafood, hush puppies, okra, and cocktails. We had to go again our last night of vacay because it was so good!

john heuser

8 years ago

The food and service are outstanding. The seafood is so fresh. Very casual atmosphere. Reasonably priced. You cannot go wrong eating here.

Michael Raney

5 years ago

Over 2@ tables and one server for the whole restaurant. Absolutely the worst service because of this. Food was good, but don’t sit close to the bar unless you like a side of cigarettes. I drove out of the way to come here and regret it.

Johnny Hiett

8 years ago

Like all bayside Cortez eateries...fight for parking in gravel and be happy. :-) Fisherman's warf funky open air seating with most covered and heated. Good atmosphere with plenty of real old salts to spice it up. Good seating, bathroom, …

John L Blackstock

6 years ago

Got the last 4-top and glad we did. Calamari and fried shrimp great. Waitress had sense of humor and lucked out with a good band...

Joseph Janiga

6 years ago

A great place to get seafood at a reasonable price in pleasant surroundings. I love the peel and eat shrimp. It is located in Cortez which still looks like the Florida of old and is on the water in a busy boat yard, and commercial fish wholesaler.

Kay Barry

8 years ago

Happy Hour prices for drinks are good. Anything after Happy hour is Pricey!!!!! $6.50 for a shot of Bailey's???! Really?? Good chicken wings for Happy Hour. $1.00 draft beers, for Happy Hour.

Jim Gath

a year ago

Very good food. On the inlet but not on the open water Very casual dress and attitude. Weekend music.

Edie Somerville

6 years ago

It is an open air tiki bar. BF like the band that night. Not my favorite cover band but not bad either. Service was quick. Dessert was excellent.

Lou DeCicco

5 years ago

The food was good but the tables are too close. No social distancing at all and no masks worn by anybody, not even the staff. Smoking allowed at tables, which is not good when you're trying to eat!

Strategic Life Coaching

3 years ago

Best place in Cortez, best place in Sarasota/Longboat Key. Incredible Blackened Scallops and Shrimp. Also they have live music which is always great! A MUST GO TO PLACE!

Ben Hempstead

2 years ago

We had great cocktails and delicious food in this clean yet authentic feeling spot right at the fish docks!

Q T

a year ago

Thought 36.00 for a small sampler was kind of high but we both went for it. Very fresh and waitress was super.

Introvertigo Geargasm

Edited 5 years ago

This is one of the places locals go for great food and low key live music... Went on a Sunday evening and man were they busy...service was a bit slow, but the great food and live music made it a good choice regardless.

Eric Schwalbe

4 years ago

Great local vibe and outdoor atmosphere

Robin Finucan

a year ago

I got the chicken honey thighs sandwich and hush puppies. Delicious! More than I could eat. Would get it again!

Troy

4 years ago

Decent food but wouldn't say fresh seafood by any stretch. Ample service, just nothing special for the money. They were out of several basic food items and waiting on their food truck. Several other closeby restaurants we would choose next time.

Code Enforcement State of Missouri Region D

a year ago

Seafood over cooked hard over cooked hush pupys. Over priced food for outdoor dinning, over cooked and bad service . It's more of a bar than a restaurant.

Rudy Parker

6 years ago

Took too long to get food, sides were wrong on both orders they did correct the sides. Hush puppies were gooey inside. Also smoking is allowed. Over priced for what you get. Will not go back.

CMG (CMG)

6 years ago

We were visiting family and they took us here. Fun place, good music and food. It was nice to sit by the water at night too. Nothing fancy, but really nice.

Jeffery Jefferson (oo7)

6 years ago

The specials were great as were the views. There was live music, and it's somewhere that's slightly off the beaten path, so our larger party was able to be seated immediately.

Richard Tramontana

4 years ago

Perfect for me. Large portions, perfectly cooked, draft beer, live entertainment, excellent service. Fried grouper and okra side. Highly recommend the dish and Cortez Kitchen.

Jim Fitzgerald

4 years ago

Used to be a great beach bar. Place has dropped off in quality. Flies everywhere. On food, in face, etc. Probably will not return, too bad.

Nancy MW

a year ago

Good food and beverages while enjoying sitting near the water. Cuban sandwich, crab sandwich and garden salad with grouper were all tasty.

Robert Taube

9 years ago

Old school, locals only kinda place. Conch fritters were excellent. Grilled royal red shrimps.....huge and tasty and don't forget a really smooth key lime pie! All I can say is....find this place!

indydave67

5 years ago

Amazing place in fishing village with super fresh seafood. I like the mussels and we also had the royal red shrimp which taste like lobster. Great atmosphere and awesome service.

K M

4 years ago

It takes lots of people to make a business successful and only one tubby old man-child to bring it down. I'm ashamed I talked this place up to my out of town family, only to bring them here to be verbally accosted for opening an umbrella. …

Diane Hofstetter

3 years ago

Food was great. Entertainment excellent. The only drawback is that they allow smoking at this venue which is not acceptable for someone with COPD. Afraid we will not be returning.

Kim Thomas

2 months ago

All the staff is so friendly

Lee Horger

12 years ago

worst service ever ! Staff looks like they were upset that another customer showed up. I waited 15 minutes at the bar to be served and 4 staffs ignored me. I WILL NEVER GO THERE AGAIN. I heard review from bright house that food was good but I guess they forgot to rate the staff services.

The Mobile Mermaid

7 years ago

Good food and great drinks!

Mark Hazell

7 years ago

Amazing food for a casual seafood place but the band on Friday needs to understand that people want to dance and party, not listen to the B side of old albums. I almost fell asleep listening to KOKO whoever...

Catherine Harsha

5 years ago

Food and service were great but I got eaten alive by no-see-ums (nasty biting bugs). Server was aware the bugs were there and here I am back again in Indiana and I’ll look like I have chicken pox for a week. Never coming back

Brie V.

7 years ago

Closed. They posted new hours on the door but what good does that do when you already drove an hour to get there? It takes 3 mins to update a business Google listing to reflect your new hours. Here, I'll just go do it for you!

Cyndy Abbuhl

7 years ago

Great place with old Florida style. Menu is limited but the food is good. There's always a good band playing on the weekends so the place is packed.

STEVEN AST

9 years ago

Casual and best fresh fish-grouper is specialty. Live music some nights. Open seating and bar- also open to the weather. No air, but no matter.

GRANT COLE

8 years ago

I Frequent " the kitchen". It's a great place with great food and atmosphere and a wonderful courteous efficient staff. I often recommend it to my guests and everyone has nothing but good things to say. Pricing is right and I recommended it always.

Jo Anne Curran

6 years ago

Eaten alive by no-see-ums. And had to chase flies. Food fair only. Conk fritters more fritters than conk and clam chowder tasted a lot like canned Progresso Soup. And rude gentleman who grabbed seat we tried to get. All in all, not a favotite.

Julie Skoy

7 years ago

Nice waitress, great music, good drinks, food not very good at all. Ordered prime rib and was given plastic utensils. It was so tough and I sawed and sawed and left it. Won't go back....

Bob Pratt

6 years ago

Had the Prime Rib sandwiche for the second time in a week. Don't know why they call it a sandwich it's about 3/4 inch thick and cooked perfectly as requested, just to let you know it does come with a bun and condiments very very good

Susanne Smith

Edited a year ago

Best Seafood in Bradenton. Newly remodeled. Miss the rustic look, but needed some upgrades. Roomier.

Scott Young

4 years ago

They brought me my credit card bill and I signed it only to find out when I checked my statement it showed 80 dollars more than the one I signed. I was very upset and went to the Manager and she blamed it on the bank and told us not to …

Seth Atchison

9 months ago

Solid fish tacos, great lunch spot. Will Be back

karen connaghan

5 years ago

During this time of reopening was excited to have lunch at Cortez Kitchen and was of course sure they would be following the guidelines for social distancing and masks for employees but this was not the case tables close together no …

Dickson Lee

7 years ago

Great good, great service, friendly staff. What more do you need? We'll be back. (Calamari, Ruby Red Shrimp and Seafood Platter; you want these. Trust me)

Matthew Lovelace

8 years ago

Great atmosphere and amazing food! Live music is usually awesome. I would recommend going if you haven't!

Scott Bishop

8 years ago

Fun night out with freinds. Food is very good and fair pricing. Konch fritters very yummy! Outside seating very warm but heck.. That's why we live here!

Craig Clark

10 months ago

Terrible service on. Saturday night. Waited a 1/2 for a table then waited another 1/2 hour and never got service. Horrible experience.

Angela Romero

7 years ago

Great grouper bites, fried oysters and stone crabs. Their live music is always fun. Easy to come in by boat too.

Barb Counts

6 years ago

Food good, nothing spectacular. Fishy smell, makes sense it is at the fishing Pier but smells like fish nonetheless. Ok decor, nice outside area.

Doc Mambo

8 years ago

Me and my partner.. play all the rest. No... place. On the island. .can touch. This place... often Duplicate. The Cortez kitchen stands alone.. Great. Place to kick your saddles off. Great music. Need I say more...

Lisa Moore

a year ago

We love this place and will keep going back. Food and service is amazing.

Danielle Love

3 years ago

Interesting water side bar and restaurant. Staff was attentive and friendly. A couple gluten free items to choose from. Overall a very basic bar.

Juhanaipatti@gmail.com Ipatti

Edited a year ago

Very good sea food restaurant. Friendly and relaxing service. Highly recommendeed

Ada Alves

4 years ago

Awful service, they make you think your money is worth nothing and that they are doing you a favor by letting you sit in their place!!! The food was bad and cold, if I could give them no star I would have!

Russ Francis

3 years ago

Outstanding peel and eat shrimp. Super onion rings and spot on server with cold beer. Definitely a must place to stop....

Tammy Blanton

6 years ago

Love this place!!! Wait staff and food is excellent!!! Been going for years, even since I moved away I still bring family here when I visit

Patty Mulherin

3 years ago

Had a wonderful time. The seafood combo must be very good. It contains grouper, shrimp and scallops, cooked perfectly.

Andrew Noel

4 years ago

Had my birthday dinner here, our waitress Vanessa was fabulous! Food was great, look forward to our next visit!

Lynn Talit Graham

6 years ago

Good old fashioned Florida place. Wonderful service, very acceptable food. On the water, close to nature, like a great big patio.

Rob M242

4 years ago

Extremely rude hostess. We called to ask what the current wait time was and she was rude and snapped at my wife on the phone over a simple question. Take your money elsewhere if this is how they treat their customers.

Sean Jackson

3 years ago

Hands down the best grouper I've ever ate!! Great atmosphere!! Will be back when I vacation there again!!

Dee Way

7 years ago

Had dinner there last night. Service was good until it got busy. Had to repeatedly ask for part of dinner to be served. Asked for extra napkins which we never got. Just poor service.

Mildred Nieves

6 years ago

the place is perfect food 100% perfect comi pezcado and reptile and some shrimp jumbos.el service 100% the waitress () extrordinarily friendly won a client I moved from Boston.ma and I fell in love with this restaurant the first of brandenton💝😘😘😘 …

Kenn Miller

3 years ago

Sorry but not impressed at all. Got the fish and chips. Fish was soggy but fries were hot. Had to flag the server for another drink. Was not busy at all.

Kelly Sifrit

10 years ago

Awesome food! Great staff & fun environment. Recommend to any and everyone visiting the Bradenton area. We absolutely love it this place!!

Loretta Erickson

8 years ago

We attended a crab fest sponsored by several of the local bussinesses. Local artists and crafts, food stands, beverages, entertainment, a fun day. Parking was nearby with a shuttle to the event.

Jason Tanner

5 years ago

Exclellent Customer Service - Excellent Menu -Great Food at reasonable prices! The best tasting scallops around, they melt in your mouth!!!

DALE DESEAR

Edited a year ago

Great place on the water the grouper bites are incredible in my travels in all 50 states and as a 6 generation resident from Bradenton exit to Cortez kitchen and swordfish grill ....lol

Kelli Lovelace

8 years ago

Great menu. Delicious seafood. Clams and mussels my personal favorite!! Lots of fun, live music and yummy cocktails.

Ter'e Lindsay

6 years ago

Without a doubt - do not miss this "joint". Food is fabulous. Any seafood dish rates as 10. But their burgers and fries....15***

Jada J.

3 years ago

Had the most delicious grilled red shrimp! Tasted like lobster! Waitress was very nice.

Madeline M

10 months ago

Kira was the best!!! The band and Kira is the best, and the food was delish!

Anne MacDonald

7 years ago

Food was awesome, not 1 of the family of 7 had any thing to say buy mmm good, grandmom, Me,tourist,treated & prices were great, grouper was awesome, I just didn't know the bill included the top, so for a 200$ bill, I mealy paid a double …

Melinda Dyke

4 years ago

Get the grouper. Friendly service. This spot was recommended by locals and was very good. The drinks have very generous pours.

Kurtis Bear

4 years ago

Great place for adult beverage and fellowship. Menu offers good selection. Parking was no issue for us.

John Jaeger

3 years ago

Food and service were excellent. If dining in the evening bring a jacket aside gets a bit windy when the sun goes down.

Coop Busting

5 years ago

Our go to place off the beaten path. Outdoor seating. Nice portions. Cold drinks.. just what the Dr. ordered.

Marian

2 years ago

We loved the place, the food and the reception service. All delicious I hope to return.

Zach V

6 years ago

My friends love coming here. The mussels were pretty good. My Mahi sandwich was a little on the small side.

Nancy Shack

7 years ago

Always a great place to meet friends or just stop in. Good food great drinks and always a pleasant view. I did not experience Red tide when I was there.

kyle

4 years ago

Great outdoor bar/grill. Bartenders were very friendly and the food was good and fairly priced for the area.

joyce sides

4 years ago

Grouper sandwich was great! They had non alcoholic beer. Server was very nice.

Bruce Sherwood

6 years ago

Our waitress was great, she had a good sense of humor, she acknowledged the kitchen was slow. The food was great.

Kim

6 months ago

Great food and atmosphere.

Nancy Kelly

4 years ago

Had the soft shell crab sandwich with a side of mac and cheese. The mac and cheese was to die for! Highly recommend this low key, old Florida restaurant!

sherry young

a year ago

Josh was the best. Ask for him!! Service was great, shrimp basket fresh and tasty

Robbie Gentilcore

a year ago

Great atmosphere with new owners- clean - no smoking - wonderful food!

Tolani Hassan

6 years ago

THIS PLACE SUCKS! Flies EVERYWHERE! TOO damn Hot and uncomfortable! Smelly! No bathrooms! Raccoons!Food is NOT good and Terrible service. I don't recommend. The worst place I've ever been to

Fran Burke

4 years ago

Nice view in a bar atmosphere. Always some decent fish to choose from. Less expensive than most places on the water.

Renee Mihailovich

8 years ago

It's a dive with amazing food. We sat down by the water , two seats by the sea, I had big shrimp, he had fish fry. Sooooo gooood.

Nita DesMarais

7 years ago

Very nice place. Nice outdoor seating. Really enjoyed the music by Johnny Rawls the Mississippi Soul man with Doctor Bob.

Donna Hedge

6 years ago

Very good food and wait staff. Casual, local feel with outside seating over looking the water

Jay Jones (Tenthse7en)

Edited 2 years ago

Sadly, this venue will be closing temporarily due to a change in ownership and for renovations. This place has been my favorite hang out spot for many years .

Thomas Pearson

6 years ago

The secret is out. Well liked. Cheap drinks, great food, excellant service. Crowded when happy hour starts.

K Seidl

Edited 8 months ago

Great place! Music was awesome. Love the new tables and chairs.

Ben Jammin

Edited 3 years ago

Great staff. Awesome owner and bartenders and great food and good bands playing live music on the weekends.

Tammy Whiteaker

10 months ago

The waitress was horrible!! She was rude and not efficient!

John Vanella

6 years ago

Great outdoor patio, good service, wonderful happy hour. More importantly excellent food at a fair price.

Cyndi McClure

7 years ago

Great food, great service, great prices. Love the Soft shell crab sandwich! Sorry we missed Joe though!

Robin Powell

4 years ago

Great casual relaxing atmosphere, I enjoyed the guitarist singing yacht rock and the food is top notch!

Lyndsey Taylor

6 years ago

Enjoyed the atmosphere and food. Waitress was helpful in directing us on food choices and a great beach.

Tim Maines

7 years ago

T Great food good atmosphere and cold beer... Live music... Always a plus..5 stars

Cristina Parody

2 years ago

The fish is absolutely delicious! We be back. Such a great service too.

Bobby Wirt

9 years ago

Nancy was the best! Food was awesome, and ambiance, we'll nothing short of we'll be back! Even put our to go food on ice! Saweeeeet!

Karen Summerlin

Edited 5 years ago

Where else can you find such a great array of appetizers (such as fried alligator tail or coconut fried shrimp), inexpensive drinks, wonderful music, terrific wait staff and great entrees.

christine conachen

6 years ago

Love employees. Great food. Need a dance area. We use to go more when we could .

Dawn mikazes

11 months ago

Yummy Breakfast! Large Menu, Great coffee

Robin Dunlap

a year ago

Great place to eat and just hang! Wings were fantastic!

Adan Starr

8 years ago

Nice place for a beer on the patio. They have music sometimes. I haven't had the food so I can't comment on that.

Vicki Rock

4 years ago

Food was good. The wait was awful to get food. Took way to long.there was only 4 plp in our party.

Eileen Ganiere

4 years ago

Best fresh shrimp i have ever had. Oooh, and the key lime pie was so good too!

Tonya Koepp

Edited 6 months ago

Thank you for cleaning up the place. The music was great!

John Holland

7 years ago

Can you say DOWNHILL? Food and service ain't what it started out as when they first opened...greedy bastards. Grouper sandwich was small and cold.

Mary Williamson

4 years ago

Was a little busy with only 3 servers but the music was great. Loved Buzz Factor....great view of the sunset

jj a

Edited 3 years ago

As every year our visit was brilliant. Service spot on. Food fresh and delicious

James Krueger

3 years ago

Great place to eat! Grouper sandwich is amazing and service is fast and friendly.

Shannon Delgado

6 years ago

I cannot say enough about how great the fried grouper was. Our entire party loved everything ordered.

Ray OBee

Edited 3 years ago

Best and freshest seafood in Manatee County. Great atmosphere too...love Cortez Kitchen!!! Its our go to place for sure!!

Kathryn Walters

6 years ago

Very good service and food! Delicious. Enjoyed the music and atmosphere!

Claudia Parisi

5 years ago

Great seafood! Patrons wore masks, but servers did not. So i only gave 4 stars instead of 5.

Janice Goetzman

9 years ago

Awesome calamari and very relaxed back-porch atmosphere. Jewel Tones Band was great entertainment.

Peter Williams

5 years ago

Local place with great food, big portions at a very good price. Sam, the owner, is a real character.

Coco Manning

6 years ago

Delicious food, Margaritas and scene! Love the fishing industry and their pals the pelicans, heron of every sort!

George

3 years ago

The pulled pork sandwich is outstanding and the staff is very friendly and very professional. greatplace to eat and listen to live music...

Lawrence Zielinski

Edited 5 years ago

Nice food. An airy place. Service and bar guy excellent. Great place for a late afternoon.

Helen Greenman

a year ago

Food was great and I waiter was top notch..thank you

Angel Berilla

9 years ago

Simple menu with good choices, fresh fish. Enjoyed the sushi style tuna and grouper fish dinner. I would visit again.

Dorry Williams

6 years ago

Good food , great place to relax and enjoy some good music on a Friday night and couple of drinks 😋 we will be back.. …

Bob King

6 years ago

Great place to hang for the afternoon. Always live music. The Grouper was delicious

Doug Tanner

3 years ago

The place is so much fun. Extremely relaxed atmosphere and has great music

Lisa Kuebler

6 years ago

Great outside venue to listen to good music and eat delicious food. A must-stop on every trip to Florida.

Kelley

10 months ago

Food was Piping Hot and Very Tasty .

Mark Katsion

5 years ago

Awesome little hidden gem. Great food and service. Cindy was great and answered our questions with a smile.

Wayne St,Denny

4 years ago

A group of us stopped in for lunch, they had good food and good service I will stop in again, they have bands at night

Patricia Doogan

3 years ago

Well worth the drive to Cortez to experience the wonderful fresh food, great service in a beautiful waterfront restaurant.

dan Lintz

7 years ago

The wife and I shared a dish of Royal Red Shrimp it tastes fantastic like lobster they serve with drawn butter very good dish

Heather Fulford

6 years ago

Awesome food atmosphere and some fun loving and attentive staff.

Angel Harris-Crosland

3 years ago

We love Cortez Kitchen, wish their menu had a few more selections but it is what it is, good food

Andre Essington

4 years ago

Great atmosphere and food. Cool local place with fresh seafood and great live music

LeeAnn Trent

9 years ago

Best scallops and gator tail we have had! Perfectly cooked! No rubber seafood here!

William Stevens

5 years ago

Nothing fancy, good service, fresh seafood done right. Drinks were excellent.

Wade Curry

6 years ago

Great food, staff, service and location.. live music, well worth a stop.

Ruth

a year ago

Great grilled grouper sandwich, excellent service, fun casual place in Cortez

Gary Chesla

Edited 7 years ago

Best seafood around. You eat on the docks in a very casual rugged atmosphere but you can't beat the food anywhere.

John Lindsey

5 years ago

Always a great meal outside under the roof. This is real old Florida and the live music is always good.

Sheila Giguere

5 years ago

very nice place. great music. friendly service. locals place. wonderful location in Cortez fishing village.

SKI D

3 years ago

Always great. Staff is awesome and food is great. Live music is always great.

Linda Taylor

7 years ago

Did not eat, came for the music , band was Kettle of Fish. Drinks were great, I was well served !

Walter Moscoso

a year ago

Lots of fried food. Quaint outdoor space waterfront atmosphere of old Florida.

Doug Morgan

2 years ago

Wait staff really doesn’t pay attention to customers. This place must of changed hand service and quality has seriously dropped

Van

8 years ago

The food was good and the location is smelly but wonderful, the service is nice and they have clean restrooms 🐟 …

Karl Metcalf

3 years ago

The best Groper Sandwich I have ever had. The Okra was fantastic.

Philip Lindsay

4 years ago

Great old time Florida seafood restaurant. Service was great and the food was cooked perfectly.

Sue Gatti

Edited 3 years ago

Great food, music and deck can't wait to go back ❤️

Nauti Mermaid

6 years ago

Great place for a bite to eat, meet new friends and run into old faces. Only dislike, allow people to smoke "indoors"

Gerri Praught

7 years ago

Great local hangout. Try the red shrimp. Super. A quick beer and a strong drink make this an ultimate local hangout.

Jim Brinks

6 years ago

Love Florida for it's seafood! Nice, fairly small restaurant with great food, great service, and great location! Thanks!

Nolan Wright

10 months ago

Kira was amazing and the food was great!

Gary Miller

3 years ago

Great laid back place on the water. Great entertainment and staff are the best and reasonable prices.

Darrick Paul

4 years ago

Our first visit. We thoroughly enjoyed the food so much that we are going back again today

Paul B

6 years ago

Always a great old florida establishment. Foods good, music great, on the water outstanding

Nancy Kluck

a year ago

4 of us had a delicious meal sitting outside on a beautiful day.

Peter Jackson

2 years ago

Great location in the midst of the fishing, unique atmosphere, good food, great service!!

Joanna Lane

6 years ago

Good drinks, friendly staff, fun music, and the scallops were fantastic!!

Ray Mchose

4 years ago

Enjoyed the casual atmosphere along with a fine meal. Not to mention my man on the fiddle... 🎻 …

Darin Back Photography

2 years ago

Cozy harbor bar on the water, felt like a locals spot; lots of character, boats and fishermen.

Nicolás Valdivieso

7 years ago

Awesome place.. nice people.. cooks and bartenders... go and check it out.. mom and Joe are the best

Paul Neal

8 years ago

Great food,atmospher,service was excellent too! The waitress had crab claw earrings for sale for $5!

Lynn Labree

7 years ago

Great fresh fish, down home place next door vibe, reasonable price for good size serving, friendly staff

Linda Bentley

4 years ago

Used to love this place but they charged $3 for a warm draft beer.

Tammy Delaney

5 years ago

This place is very deceiving as most are on the river. you know the old saying never judge a book by it's cover because the food was fantastic

Joe D

a year ago

Excellent grouper sandwich. I can't recommend this place enough.

Julie GSell

10 months ago

Best food and service !! 10 out of 10

Sharon Sage

7 years ago

One of our favorites, just off AMI. Great Ruby Red Shrimp, good entertainment and alway the best service.

Chris Collins

5 years ago

Was less than impressed. Meal was high dollar food was ok server was very friendly!

Robert Mcvey

3 years ago

Food was very good, drinks is very good and thank you Nancy service was very good.

Eli Cabrera

6 years ago

Service was great food was good but a little pricey at $23 for 8oz. Of grouper.

Kim Stiel

3 years ago

Our fav place. Best peel and eat shrimp and grouper sandwiches.

Stephen Kesner

8 years ago

This is my favorite place to get seafood when I am in Florida. Laid back atmosphere and great eats!

Mary Bycura

6 years ago

Waitress was very good. Food was great too. Will be back

Keith Dibell

7 years ago

Don't like paying for things I don't get! But here y'all I got more than I expected. Big time Thank You, I am impressed and will be back

Vicki Callahan

2 years ago

Papa Grump 🎹was pretty good. Coconut shrimp & Piña coladas for the Win!! …

Lindsay Sapowicz

8 years ago

Best peal and eat shrimp that I've ever had! Anytime we are in FL we will always be stopping here.

Dr. Lisa Owen

7 years ago

We were there last year as well. Great food, great price.

Barb Grace

Edited 6 years ago

Best local seafood Always the best 4th of July, Blast! live music, &locals who become your Friends, ❣

Brian Smith

4 years ago

Just a really great place to chill out and have a drink. My Happy Place

melissa Noah

7 years ago

Waited too long and food was way too salty. It was cold and staff never closed door to back deck when they went on and out

Oliver

5 years ago

Awesome atmosphere and view, live music too. Food is great too.

Brenda C.

7 years ago

Food was excellent, best place we've been to in Bradenton area!

Karen aka Kippy G. Bartlett

4 years ago

Everything was good, outside dining and the smell of fish adds to the experience

Nick Norton

6 years ago

They have great sandwiches, as well as the ability to make a good drink!

Amber Loehr

8 years ago

Great food,better service, and put a new favorite spot at the top of my list !!😀 …

Wesley Lake

4 years ago

Food was good, but the wait for our food was way too long.

Doris Tope

6 years ago

Great service.. good food.. friendly personnel ..reasonable prices..

Vicky Huberty

Edited 6 months ago

Great location on the water and fresh seafood! It's where the locals go!

Neil Milligan

7 years ago

John Banyas and staff are the best!!! Love Kettle of Fish and Eric Von when they play there!!!

Thomas MacDonald

Edited 6 years ago

Best Fire works i have even seen!!!!

JB B

5 years ago

Great service. Had the coconut shrimp and Grouper Rueben...both great!

Alainna Shedden

6 years ago

Pretty pricey, and busy, but great food, drinks, entertainment, and bay views.

Tim Ware

4 years ago

The Band was Amazing...Buzz Factor Ted the Guitar player out of this world

Lynn Leher

4 years ago

If you're looking for delicious fish and a relaxed welcoming environment then this is the place for you!!

Andy Barford

4 years ago

Great food,Liz was my server,very friendly and efficient, I will be back.

Rand Paselk

3 years ago

All the standard beach fare done right. I depend on their grouper sandwiches and boat drink options.

Mike Dyer

a year ago

Great staff, awesome food👍👍👍 …

kathy pastorius

4 years ago

Love the staff and they had a great band!! Food was great!!

Dennis Davis

Edited 7 years ago

The wait staff is awesome and the atmosphere is great and you can get here by boat. Old school Cortez style

Gail Robinson

7 years ago

Music was great and we loved the outside seating looking out to the boats.

Kim Kildal

2 years ago

Best local feeling experience, great food, great service.

Mitzi Hughes

3 years ago

Great hangout, food is awesome And portions nice.

Dierdre Peeler

5 years ago

Great Sunday 70’s music till the second set of music and it became a country Trump Rally

Bob

9 years ago

Beautiful bay views and wonderful grouper sandwiches. You would be hard-pressed to find fresher seafood.

kelly whitehead

3 years ago

Very busy for dinner on the weekend. But great food worth the wait.

Keith Doom

5 years ago

Excellent food and service. Tonya was amazing!!! The clam chowder was out of this world!!!

Janine

4 years ago

Wonderful "Old Florida" feel. Great food and fabulous musical duo.

Barbara Walter

4 years ago

Absolutely wonderful... they were short staffed tonight but those ladies were working their tails off!

Hannah Lovelace

8 years ago

Great blackened grouper sandwich, but it was really hard to have a conversation with my group because of how noisy the industrial fans are.

Dorthy Chilton

a year ago

Relaxing venue. Good food and friendly service.

JMA Al

a year ago

If you want to experience fantastic seafood and old Florida... this is it.

Deedie Parker

6 years ago

It was just okay, nothing special or great. The band was good though.

Gustavo Diaz

4 years ago

Awesome food by the sea!

Jodi Frysinger

6 years ago

One of our favorites, there was a semi delivering, and it ran the whole time we were eating. Very annoying.

Kermit Midthun

8 years ago

Really good seafood by the fishing dock. Pleasant atmosphere. Live bands on weekends

Toby Clark

6 years ago

Hot, too many flies, small portions, overcooked, racoons, no bathroom ( had to use a port o potty) worst place I have been to as long as I can remember.

Ryan Haettich

6 years ago

Great experience with good food

Dan Wesolek

4 years ago

Best. Service was unbelievable. Food was fantastic. Highly recommend.

Tammy Boyd

Edited 2 years ago

#greatfood great ppl and love the music and atmosphere

DawnMarie

6 years ago

Love this place! Try the Royal Red Shrimp when available. Delish!!

greg lane

6 years ago

Great service. Loved the buffalo and bbq grouper sandwiches

S B

7 years ago

Food and service are absolutely amazing! Freshest seafood around

Beatriz Dattoli

7 years ago

Fun outdoor under roof location with good live music. Good grouper sandwiches.

Randy Shearer

a year ago

Bartender's the best.

Lori Mitchell

Edited 6 years ago

I had fried oysters with sweet potato fries and they were absolutely delicious

lynne coates

8 years ago

It was a chilly day but they kept it nice and toasty inside beautiful view good food good place

Kevin Grolemund

Edited a year ago

Josh took care of us and did a outstanding job

Richard Sandy

6 years ago

Excellent place great music and service but remotely located.

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3 years ago

its our favorite place to have good food and good times.

Rhonda

6 years ago

Service was a little slow, but the seafood was fresh and good

Dave Bastian

7 years ago

Had a Great Meal with some Good Music and a AWESOME server .(Nancy A.)..

Igor Zheldakov

2 years ago

Good food, service and live music. Cozy place.

Lary Zielinski

8 years ago

Great food good drinks 5 star dive bar. I meant that in a nice way.

Brian Fox

6 years ago

It's a dive... But that's wahat makes it so special. We have been coming here for years and still love it.

David Plew

5 years ago

Great service. Good food. Rustic appearance.

Cheryl Reeves

9 months ago

Crab legs were great!!

Karen Longo

Edited 6 years ago

Great Seafood, Bloody Mary atmosphere and super service!

Karen Bachtal

5 years ago

Wonderful outdoor restaurant and awesome food, and very nice staff

Kevin Sikes

7 years ago

Outstanding staff, food was great and love the atmosphere.

DIANE CONSUEGRA

6 years ago

Friendly, excellent fresh seafood, good music & dancing. Scenic view.

Dawn Marie

5 years ago

Love the staff the food is awesome. Old school Fla.

Judith Lambert

6 years ago

Happy hour is awesome. Food is really good.

Tondra Lopossa

6 years ago

Good food, live music and friendly staff

Francine Guy

Edited 6 years ago

Great place has live music,food and great drinks

donna hurne

6 years ago

Great food and staff

Christian Chamberlain

6 years ago

Great atmosphere and great service the food was amazing as well!!!

Bill Booth

7 years ago

Another one of my favorites places for food, drinks and live band.

Tyna Heath

2 years ago

Great place to listen to music and have drinks outdoors

Sandy Rich

7 years ago

Best pan seared tuna in town! Lots of local commercial fisherman atmosphere.

MP Donahue

4 years ago

This is a seafood place, I understand that is fresh and tasty. As vegetarian, there is not much to offer.

Brenda Rayo

6 years ago

Smoking! The big fat guy smoking his cigar ruined it for the many. Bands awesome.

Tony Loreta

5 years ago

One of my favorite spots for fesh legit seafood. The ahi tuna was amazing

lynn Redmon

6 years ago

The food was delicious however it was very busy.

Broderick Volk

3 years ago

Soda machine stopped working, but server made up for it. They made sure we were taken care of.

Carla Polins

7 years ago

Confusing to order, minimal staff, checks duplicated, music great but speakers too close to tables, onion rings we're delicious.

Steve Stoler

4 years ago

Server was rude and questioned the amount of her tip. Asked why she wasn't tipped more. After that I wished I tipped her less. Unacceptable

CG

5 years ago

Great ambiance with live music. Food was good.

Janice Thomas

10 years ago

The food was yummy, but the wait was too long.

paula vandenbosch

7 years ago

Great frouper sandwich basket. Generous pours. Super band!

Tyler Couchman

4 years ago

Great food, fun environment, parking was tricky

Tom Rupe

7 years ago

Fantastic fresh Grouper! Best "Hole-in-The-Wall" restaurant in Florida!

Jose A Mejia

5 years ago

Food was excellent, our server Allie, was fantastic

Renee Nadiv

4 years ago

Fun atmosphere with amazing music. Not vegan friendly.

Megan Reynolds

8 years ago

Best tuna sushi roll! Great on the water casual place

ralph t

6 years ago

Great music, poor service..good food.

Marty Lee

Edited 6 years ago

Great place to visit with friends live music and good food

Angela Powell

6 years ago

My favorite place to eat in Bradenton. Gator bites are the best around!

Nancy Acton

8 years ago

Very good food and GREAT band, Billy Rice!!!

Linda Germann

5 years ago

Red shrimp we're out of this world. Thanks to the server who recommended them.

Gary

3 years ago

Stopped in for appetizers & cocktails. Great friendly service.

Maudelene McCleary

4 years ago

Excellent food and our waitress was awesome

camper r

5 years ago

Great entertainment good food nice happy hour

Erin Burke

a year ago

If it weren't for the bugs. They ate us alive. Maybe bug zappers?

james shaw

3 years ago

Good Food Great Service Always a good time

Martika 7.3 Gomez-Fernandez

8 years ago

Good food. But very expensive and the wait tome is horrible!!!

martha Edwards

4 years ago

Good food, good music, great waitstaff

Brandon Dunn

9 years ago

Fresh delicious seafood and a reasonable price. Right on the water with live music.

Larry McKinney

6 years ago

Old Florida, great shrimp, cold beer and friendly service.

Eric Eaglen

6 years ago

Super cool place! Great food!

Renee R

6 years ago

Best food I've had all year!

Becky Ward

5 years ago

Great Everytime thank u guys except charging 5.99 for soda or kids drink

Shannon Bruno

7 years ago

Live band on the outside deck, over looking the bay w great food!

Edward Mcgettigan

7 years ago

Great food, great price, great service , great atmosphere

David Caldwell

6 years ago

Love this place. Good food and good music.

Carter Easler

9 years ago

Terrible service. The manager was rude and inconsiderate of our frustration. The food was meh.

nikki sugas

7 years ago

great food , great people will be back again.

Gary heymann

6 years ago

Food was good but not overly impressed.

Angela Jordan

7 years ago

Delicious, fresh seafood with a laid back atmosphere.

Shirl Hannigan

5 years ago

LOVE CORTEZ KITCHEN, GOOD FOOD, AND AWESOME BANDS EVERY FRIDAYS AND SUNDAYS

Sam Martinez

5 years ago

I'm not a seafood person and their chicken was cooked fantastic

Rob Nicholson

6 years ago

Food isnt always the best but drinks entertainment and location are

Debrah Goss

8 years ago

Wonderful food wonderful atmosphere! Try the conch fritters

Jennifer Plank

7 years ago

Love going back off the road on the water and having a delicious sandwich!!!

Allen Elias

a month ago

Excellent!

Lori Turner

6 years ago

Fabulous! Pound if peel your own shrimp! Nothing went home!!!

money ganster

7 years ago

Grouper, scallops and shrimp cocktail were all excellent!!!

Rev. Dr. David Cole

6 years ago

Good band, never risked eating there!

Douglas Gauthier

5 years ago

A bit of old Florida. Plenty of good servers and a big menu.

bobby Caudill

11 years ago

Food was very good & waitress was excellent

Chris Kennedy

8 years ago

Waited 15 min for service ...Then went to the bar myself and waited another 5 ...Took pics of waitsaff standing around.

Tracy Furlow

7 years ago

Blackened Grouper was cooked perfectly. Great service!

Aaron Vincent

10 years ago

Great breakfast, perfectly cooked eggs. Friendly staff.

Karen Rehn

7 years ago

Cant beat their shrimp off the beaten path but on the water and has entertainment

George French

8 years ago

Cold beer good service, foods ok.

SHELLY KILLORAN

5 years ago

Pina colada, live music and water view. Oh grouper salad, yum.

Anthony Merrill

4 years ago

Great Food , Live Music, relaxing atmosphere.

Jaide Fochtman

8 years ago

Great food great waiter and excellent memories

Michelle Ulman

8 years ago

Love Cortez Kitchen. My favorite place to stop when we're on the boat.

Michele Andrade

8 years ago

Great local place to unwind and listen to music. Not really sure I want this information to get out 😂 …

Cliff Lanning

5 years ago

Split a seafood sampler platter and you won't regret it.

Debi Issman

7 years ago

Bathroom smelly cramped but best gulf shrimp ever

Al Zayas

7 years ago

Our weekend get away restaurant... Awesome Grouper sandwich...

S. Rockwell

3 years ago

Out of everything practically on their menu. Drank our beer and left.

AVA MLCAK

8 years ago

Fries were limp and shrimp so so. Fried onions were greasy. Very disappointed.

Hype Bowling

6 years ago

All food was good, service wasn't

Kenneth Downing

7 years ago

Food was great and the service outstanding.

Tony Bifulco

2 years ago

Was closed when we arrived at 7pm Wed 8/9/23.

Key Rosser

Edited 2 years ago

Great food and service. Love this place.

Doc Heal

6 years ago

Great place good food good prices.

Matt Brown

6 years ago

Fantastic seafood & great happy hour!

Michael Kemrer

Edited 6 years ago

Awesome food and staff. Especially the kitchen staff

Riff Chord

10 months ago

Wonderful food and service

Robin Lindberg

4 years ago

Great service, great food, awesome atmosphere

Toni Westerfield

5 years ago

Great food and great service at a great price!

Sandy Walsh

3 years ago

Red Shrimp are jumbo and taste like Lobster!

TheBatmanz

6 years ago

Best place to eat hands down for seafood love it

Charlie Wall

6 years ago

Great food at a decent price.

John Long

4 years ago

Service was ok.....Perhaps its a good watering hole.

Wesley Childers

8 years ago

Food was just average and the service was very very slow.

Christine Wanat

8 years ago

My pops favorite place for grouper sandwich when he visits!

Charleen Macumber

8 years ago

We really enjoyed our meal !

Joseph Straley

a year ago

Shrimp and fries were great

Lynn

3 years ago

Conch cakes were to die for!! Steamed clams yummy!!!

Peter Zgeb

8 years ago

Always good. Love the open air atmosphere.

J D

5 years ago

Good food open air bar and good live 🎶 …

John Carr

10 months ago

Nice time good food

Maurita Lee Chandler

6 years ago

Great relaxed atmosphere and good food 👍 …

Cindy kostis

Edited 7 years ago

Food was awful as was service. Too over priced!!

Denise Williams

6 years ago

Good food, stiff drinks, live bands

Ryan miller

5 years ago

Worst restaurant.....if you are looking to eat here, go elsewhere!

William Schmeltz

5 years ago

Food was good, service and drinks sucked

M Blanchard

6 years ago

Outstanding food, service and music!💕 …

Gregory Arnold

Edited 9 years ago

Great staff, over priced for fair food.

Paul Widomski

2 years ago

If your looking for an authentic fisherman's pub than this is it.

Jane Smedberg

7 years ago

Fantastic music with Doug Deming & the Jewel Tones

Phen Mead

7 years ago

How can you NOT like Cortez Kitchen? It's awesome.

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Monday	Closed
Tuesday	12 – 9:00 PM
Wednesday	12 – 9:00 PM
Thursday	12 – 9:00 PM
Friday	12 – 10:00 PM
Saturday	12 – 10:00 PM
Sunday	12 – 9:00 PM