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blend of cuisines and influences, mixing new world with old, American with Asian, Italian with Floridian. Owner Chef Daniel Olson is con- stantly researching and creating new dishes for the menu which is print- ed nightly using the freshest local and exotic fish and produce available. Dan is entering his 19th year running the culinary end of things at Ophelia’s including fresh product procurement and production, so the experience is as special as it’s always been, only better! They were recently featured in Forbes Magazine as one of the Top 100 Most Scenic Restaurants in America as voted by OpenTable. Wow, a great honor and well-deserved!
Ophelia's is accessible by land, three miles south of the Stickney Point Bridge on Siesta Key. Dinner hours are 5 pm to 10 pm nightly. Voted the ‘Most Romantic Restaurant’ in Sarasota, Ophelia's on the Bay is also becoming known as a premier spot for romantic waterfront weddings. They specialize in smaller intimate affairs that can be custom designed to your specifications. They also host rehearsal din- ners, business functions and a variety of other special events including many Taste Dining & Travel Progressive Dinners, always a fabulous evening here. Call today to start booking your ideal waterfront event.
Habanero's Mexican Grill and Bar opened in the fall of 2013, and is located at 5120 Manatee Avenue West in Bradenton, (941) 746- 5299. Forovernineyears,OwnersRamiroandLeoRamirezhavebeen ‘bringing the heat’ with their quality food and service, while adding a touch of refinement to the traditional Mexican dishes prepared on a daily basis.
The menu is packed for appetites of all sizes, offering classics such as Señor Hambre - a huge burrito stuffed with your choice of steak or
For the best Mexican food try Habanero’s for lunch, dinner or any gathering. See you here!
grilled chicken, rice, beans,
onions, and tomatoes, topped with melted cheese, green sauce and a side of pico de gallo. Or, if you have a slightly smaller appetite, try the Skinny Señorita - a flour tortilla with your
choice of steak or grilled chicken, grilled onions, bell pepper, tomatoes, and then topped with melted cheese. Delicious! No matter what you order for an entree, the Chunky Guacamole is a MUST for an appetizer. Made fresh to order and served with chips, you simply can't pass on this delicious
starter.
The restaurant's design reflects a modern tasteful style. The nice
updated ambiance looks great, and new, comfortable furniture, make it an perfect spot to relax as you sip ice-cold margaritas or any libation from the comfortable bar, and enjoy one of the best Mexican restaurants in Bradenton area.
Terrific specials include a Taco Tuesday night with $1.25 hard shell tacos from 5pm to close and a Margarita Wednesday with $3.99 house margaritas from 5pm to close. Happy Hour is served daily with great drink specials ($3.99 margaritas again along with wine and well drinks) and as always, with wonderful food as well, 7 days a week. We have always had great service and food at Habanero’s, one of the best. Dine at their sister restaurant Avocado’s Cocina Mexicana Bar on Cortez Road West in Bradenton.
The Caribbean Pie Company, voted “Best Pie” in Sarasota 2022, continues a 30+-year tradition of serving delicious pies to Florida’s Suncoast. So, if you’re visiting Florida or are an area resident and haven’t
tasted their
pies or
other
sweets –
don’t miss
out – your
tastebuds
Visit Caribbean Pie Co.’s Bee Ridge store for great pies and their special Key Lime Pie dipped in Belgian chocolate! Say hello to new owner Kevin Wood!
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