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What are the Top Sports Bars on Anna Maria Island?

Anna Maria Island is known for its beautiful white-sand beaches, breathtaking sights, and local shopping. You can find anything you want in this fun beach-side town. But what about the sports enthusiast? Have no fear!

Anna Maria Island is home to some of the best sports bars in the area! With so many fun sports bars here on Anna Maria Island, you’ll find a place to fit right in.

Whether you’re the die-hard sports fan that needs to catch every game or just a casual fan, stop into any of these bars for the night of your life! When you stay at an Anna Maria Island vacation rental, these are the top sports bars you can find!

Slim’s Place

Slim’s Place is one of the best sports bars on Anna Maria Island. Locals have voted for them as the number one sports bar for years. Visitors and tourists alike love the bar because it is perfect to take the whole family out for either dinner or lunch. Their menu is known for having something that everyone will love. They have award-winning lobster mac & cheese, a menu filled with fresh fish, delectable tacos, and so many burgers you can choose from. They also have pizza and one of the best Philly Cheesesteaks outside of Philly!

As Philadelphia-born owners, they make sure to make Slim’s as Philly as possible. You can stop in and watch any Philly sports games. They have Eagles, Phillies, Flyers, and Sixers games on their TVs. Slim’s is also home to the No Shower Happy Hour! You can come for food and drink specials from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. every Monday through Friday.

Hurricane Hank’s

Looking for a sports bar that focuses on a great food menu? Hurricane Hank’s specializes in making every item on its menu with only the highest quality ingredients. Their casual atmosphere makes all customers feel welcome and invited. The kitchen is always open late for those who would rather spend the day on the beach that surrounds this Anna Maria Island bar. Hurricane Hank’s stays open even longer! They are always updating their menus. So, whenever you come and visit, there’s something new for you to experience. 

Customers rave about how their amazing bartenders make the best margaritas on Anna Maria Island. Locals and tourists alike love the fish and chips as well as the fries. They’ve been rated as the best places to eat on Anna Maria Island. Come back and enjoy the amazing food while you watch your favorite sports games on their TVs.

Ugly Grouper

Do you want to experience an outdoor sports bar right on Anna Maria Island? The Ugly Grouper is the perfect place for you then! Stop by and visit the Ugly Grouper statue located right outside the bar. You can sit wherever you want, whenever you want when you come and have food or drink with the Ugly Grouper. Not only do they serve some of the best drinks, but they also have a diverse menu as well! You can find staples like their shrimp cocktail, Bruschetta, their pretzel bites, and more. They have a full menu of soups and salads, burgers, sandwiches and so much more! They have a great selection of food specials as well.

The Ugly Grouper also has daily live music! Every day from 5-8 p.m. the Ugly Grouper hosts local and up-and-coming artists every night of the week. On Sundays, they have two artists play, one from 12-3 p.m., the second from 5-8 p.m. If you’re looking for a true challenge, then you need to try their Ugly Grouper food challenge. The featured Ugly Grouper items include a specialty 2-pound signature grouper taco, their award-winning shrimp cocktail, a pound of wings, ugly cheese logs, and crab topped fried green tomatoes. You’ll also get some of their featured Ugly Grouper Cocktails as well. You’ll get to have the Beach Babe and the Perfect Margarita. The Ugly Grouper Food challenge is the best way to experience all the amazing food here!

Plan Your Trip!

If you’re ready for good food and a ton of fun, start planning your Anna Maria Island vacation today! Our rentals put you near the best restaurants, amazing attractions, and unbeatable amenities!

The Kokonut Hut

For an ideal place that caters to everyone under the sun, the Kokonut Hut is the perfect place. You can stop by, grab a drink, and watch the game. Stop under a thatched-roofed bar to sample tasty cocktails and have an experience like none other. The Kokonut Hut provides generous portions in a friendly and cheerful atmosphere. Everyone that visits here raves about how amazing the environment is here. You’ll love the beach atmosphere as you dig your toes into the sand and sip on your finely mixed cocktail.

The Kokonut Hut is part of two acres of waterfront restaurants established in 1981. While you can stop in to watch any of the sports games you desire, make sure you visit for live music! They have a full schedule monthly, so you can dance the night away while you listen to the music from local artists. The Kokonut Hut is perfect for the whole family, even your dog! They are dog-friendly here, so you can even take your four-legged friends with you!

Sports Lounge

What was once the Purple Porpoise back in 1988, this renovated sports bar has now become The Sports Lounge. They offer a wide selection of drinks, both cocktails and on tap. No matter what time you visit they will always have a game on for you to watch. Whether you’re a Packers, Bears, Chiefs, or Patriots fan, you’ll have a spot at the bar. Their Facebook is constantly updated with events. They host live music events, as well as drink specials all night. Stop by for some football fun and incredible drinks!

Bortell’s Lounge

Recently renovated and back in action, Bortell’s lounge is Anna Maria Islands’ premier sports bar. They feature classic barroom items like the old Budweiser Clydesdale carousel lights. They hang them above their pool tables. Inside, you’ll find many other amazing keepsakes, memorabilia, and photos. On the walls, you’ll also find many fishing items that symbolize the deep fishing tradition of Anna Maria Island and the owner’s love for the sport.

Bortell’s is a full liquor bar with draft beers on tap as well. You can even order a frozen drink from one of their two frozen drink machines. If you’re looking to order food, their renovated kitchen has it all. They have a six-burner stove, an oven, deep-fryers, a grill, a cooler, and a freezer. Anything you want on their menu they’ll have cooked up perfect just for you!

Looking for an incredible place to stay while you bar hop from bar to bar? Our amazing rentals on Anna Maria Island are the perfect place to rest the night away. These Anna Maria Island rentals have amazing amenities by putting you close to the top attractions. With high-speed internet access and convenient parking, these rentals will be your perfect home away from home. Our Anna Maria Island beachfront rentals are perfect for large families or personal getaways.