Tarpon Pointe Grill and Tiki Bar (http://www.tarponpointegrill.com/) on the Manatee River is a great place to spend a pleasant afternoon or evening. Although the food gets mixed reviews on line, it will get a nice review from me. We discovered it recently thanks to our niece, who arranged a surprise birthday party there for her deserving husband. We enjoyed it so much that we returned with friends a short time later.
All of us enjoyed our meals. My wife and I had fish and chips; one friend had a grouper sandwich, and another had barbecued ribs. The first time I had the fish and chips, the fish was among the best I have had for that type of dish. The second time, it was very tasty, but not quite as good as the first time.
The restaurant is located on a point on a very wide section of the Manatee River. It has a 3,000 square foot tiki bar, an observation deck, in-door and out-door dining, lots of dock, a play area for children, volley ball courts, etc., etc.
Both times that we were there, we saw dolphins swimming nearby.
The first time we were there was on a Friday night, and it was packed. The second time was on a Sunday evening, and it was not crowded.
They do not take reservations, but they do have a call-ahead waiting list.
It is very easy to find. From I-75, take State Rd. 64 west to 6th St. East. Turn right on 6th St. and drive a few blocks to the end of the street.
The phone nr. is 941-746-8700.
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