Located on the north end of Anna Maria Island, the Sandbar is the perfect place to enjoy the sunset over the Gulf of Mexico from our dining room or on our covered deck. It has plenty of room for kids to play on the beach while parents enjoy the view, a tropical drink and fresh seafood. Since 1979, people have been visiting this iconic restaurant with their families and loved ones, creating memories that they come back to relive year after year. The menu features traditional beachside bites inspired by coastal communities around the world, including our own. Locally sourced, fresh ingredients are always at the forefront of everything we do.
With the gulf coast of Florida just steps away from our deck, we have a front row seat to how important protecting our natural resources really is. Upholding coastal traditions in a sustainable way is embedded in everything we do, from the vendors we choose to the eco-friendly methods we implement. Composting, oyster shell recycling, promoting local and sustainable products, and pledging 1% of our annual revenue to environmental causes through the 1% for the Planet organization are all initiatives our staff is exceedingly passionate about.
Horacio Eagan, Executive Chef
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Horacio has been with the Sandbar for over five years, starting as a lead line cook, swiftly moving up to Chef de Cuisine, and is now in his current role as Executive Chef. His culinary journey began at just seven-years-old when he came to America from Venezuela. He then traveled between South America and Europe before establishing himself in Madrid, Spain, and graduating from Escuela Superior de Hosteleria y Turismo in 2010.
Post-graduation, Horacio spent time in restaurants in Madrid before ultimately returning to America. Since his return, he has been with Chiles Hospitality and works tirelessly to grow his culinary skills and knowledge. Outside of work, Horacio is married and a proud father of two boys. If you want to see what creative dishes he feels inspired to make, follow him on Instagram @chefheagan1989.
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