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Bar Hopping By Boat in St Pete Beach

Updated: Nov 10

The intracoastal waters around St Pete Beach make for great boating conditions and for fantastic access to some of the best bars and eateries around. For a fun day on the water check out these great places that have docking while you eat and drink.


All distances are measured from the Bay Way Bridge in St Pete Beach. The distances are approximate and should only be uses as a very general guide.


Tucked away in Pass-A-Grille is one of St. Pete Beach’s best kept secrets, The Wharf Restaurant. A great place to savor delicious food all the while enjoying the spectacular views of Tierra Verde & Shell Island from the intra-coastal waterway. With convenient boat slips available, boaters often stop by to grab a bite to eat or enjoy a cold beer or mixed drink.


Hotel Zamora (Temporarily Closed) .25 Miles

Conveniently located on the intracoastal side of St Pete Beach sits Hotel Zamora. Come by boat to dine or to experience the incredible views of the Gulf of Mexico from their 360 Degree Rooftop Bar.







The Island Grille is conveniently located at the Port 32 Tierra Verde Marina. You will find a space to dock while you Relax & Enjoy Island Style. At the Island Grille you will find a laid back atmosphere where you can enjoy delicious food, sip specialty cocktails, and catch up with friends.






Tiki Docks (Temporarily Closed) 2.5 Miles

Located at the Maximo Marina in St. Petersburg. Tiki Dock's story is fueled by flavor, food, rum, fun, and sun! Visit often, as your Tiki Docks experiences will awaken your tiki life. You will find ample dock space while you visit. Maximo also has a fuel dock should the need arise.





O'Maddy's Bar & Grille Gulfport 2 Miles

Located diagonally across the street from the Casino Town Docks, you will be in the heart of Gulfport.

O'Maddy's outdoor seating offers great views of the Gulfport waterfront – watch the boats sail by, the fisherman on the Gulfport Pier, or the sun setting over the water. Enjoy live bands (call for their current entertainment schedule) and karaoke.





Located just east of the Misener Bridge, sits the newly renovated Sky Beach Hotel & Marina. They have a totally new state of the art marina for easy docking during your visit. Two stories, one vibe. Experience a dynamic downstairs and chill upstairs with craft cocktails in hand and unbelievable views in sight.

Sunday-Wednesday: Noon-10PM

Thursday-Saturday: Noon-Midnight


Sea Dogs Brewery  4 Miles

This beachside brewpub is the newest outpost of the award-winning New England brewery. Perfectly positioned on the intracoastal, the waterfront bar and open-air dining area offers a winning combination. There is plenty of docking and is located on the Intracoastal right before the bridge from St Pete Beach to Treasure Island.



Buoys Waterfront Grill & Bar (Docks Damaged During Hurricane) 5 Miles

Buoys Waterfront Grill & Bar is located where the former Shark Tales was. The restaurant and bar have been totally renovated and brand new docks have been installed. Situated right on Blind Pass Inlet you can dine and have a drink while watching the boats and dolphins go by. If you come from the intracoastal way you will have a restriction on height as it is a fixed bridge.


Harbor Master Tiki Docks 7.5 Miles

Conveniently located at Bay Pines Marina, it offers a Waterfront Tiki Bar with full food menu, 24 taps and boat slips open to the public. Enjoy a taste of old Florida with delicious food and a great waterfront tiki bar atmosphere with boat dock access!


Crabby's On The Pass - (Temporarily Closed) John's Pass 8 Miles

Touted as the ‘World’s Longest Waterfront Bar,’ Crabby’s On The Pass has something for everyone in your group. Offering live music, ample boat docking, along with an on-site fish filleting station and a private room perfect for large gatherings, plus daily dolphin sightings and the best staff

around! Come by land or by sea! The have a spot waiting for you..


Overlooking the pristine waters of the Intracoastal Waterways, the resort is situated just steps away from Treasure Island’s white sandy beach and an array of shopping, dining and entertainment options. With panoramic scenic views, the rooftop Skyview Terrace is must see. Ample docking with new docks this past year. Located just north of the Treasure Island Bridge


Angry Pepper 8 Miles

Just north of the Tom Stuart Causeway Bridge, they have great apps and sandwiches, but their smoked meats paired with their Alabama-style barbecue and Florida-style blackened seafood is where it's at, (especially their wings!) Great place to watch some weekend football games.


Also, located just north of the Tom Stuart Causeway Bridge, the Cambria Hotel has an amazing rooftop bar with great drinks and food. Ample boat docking right in front of the hotel.






About 2 miles north of the Tom Stuart Causeway is a great waterfront seafood restaurant on the intracoastal waterway in Redington Shores. They have fresh fish, grilled steaks & ribs, daily specials and great drink prices.

Happy Hour EVERYDAY 11am- 6pm

$3.50 Wells

$3.50 House wines

$3 Drafts: Miller Lite & Yuengling Lager




Great location and plenty of docks if traveling by boat. They usually have dockhands available to help you tie up. Food is very good and terrific deck looking over the water.






JD's has their own docks, but if they are full just pull up to the Indian Rocks Beach city docks just north. Waterfront dining, awesome drinks, free parking, great atmosphere, boat docks, gift shop of shirts, hats, jewelry, towels, salt scrub, souvenirs, and more!..

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT DAILY!

On the "BACK PORCH" 1PM-5PM & 6PM-10PM



Dock at Indian Rocks Beach city docks for free and the VIP is just a short walk. They offer great tacos, margaritas and a great time.

Happy Hour Mon - Friday 3pm - 7pm

$2.50 Pints of Bud

$3.25 Bottles of Bud, Bud Light, Miller Light and Coors Light

$4.00 Well Cocktails


Again you can dock at Indian Rocks Beach city docks for free and Crabby Bill's is just a short walk. Their passion is seafood, and we strive to find only the best ingredients for our guests. They offer breakfast, daily specials, happy hour, and live music every day in our Loading Dock!




For those looking for venture south of the Skyway Bridge, below are a couple of my favorite spots.


Compass at Margaritaville Tiki Hut - Anna Maria Island 15 Miles

Located to the south just before the first bridge coming into Anna Maria Island.  Take an old school Florida Fish House, toss in amazing waterfront views of Anna Maria Sound, then add a menu full of personality with a dash of “quirkiness” and you’ve got yourself a ticket for a good time at Floridays Woodfire Grill and Bar.



Bridge Tender Inn - Anna Maria Island 17 Miles

Located just past the Cortez Bridge on Anna Maria Island. They have a great outdoor bar. It's a really great place to grab a drink and relax while watching the boats sail by. With ample boat docking, this is truly a gem.





Pier 22 - Manatee River 27.5005° N, 82.5735° W 18 Miles

Pier 22 is nestled along the beautiful Manatee River in Bradenton, Florida. next to the Twin Dolphin Marina. With easy docking, great views, and happy hours specials, this is a great take by boat.






River House - Manatee River 18 Miles

Located directly across the river from Pier 22, the River House sits at the end of the Regatta Pointe Marina pier with a large outdoor patio and unbeatable waterfront views at every seat. They serve lunch and dinner daily with breakfast and live music on the weekends and exclusive upscale dining on their second floor also on the weekends.



Please Note

All distances are measured from the Bay Way Bridge in St Pete Beach. The distances are approximate and should only be used as a very general reference.


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