Blue Marlin Seafood Restaurant

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4.5

( 8 reviews )

Delis, Seafood

Closed 05:00 PM - 09:00 PM See Hours

121 Bridge St, Bradenton Beach, FL 34217, United States

+1 9418-969-737

Blue Marlin Seafood Restaurant is a renowned Gulf Coast seafood restaurant and wine bar located in Bradenton Beach, FL. With a focus on serving fresh and delectable seafood, the restaurant offers a relaxing atmosphere with nautical décor and a courtyard featuring live music. The menu features a variety of seafood dishes, including shrimp and grits, cioppino, and wild rice, accompanied by a selection of fine wines. The restaurant prides itself on providing exceptional service and a memorable dining experience for its patrons. Whether for a romantic dinner or a casual meal with friends, Blue Marlin Seafood Restaurant offers a delightful culinary experience for seafood enthusiasts.

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Outdoor seating
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March 22, 2024

I ordered the Blackened Fish Alfredo. The fish (grouper) was great but the fettuccini alfredo had no flavor (no garlic, no parmesan)! I've made better at home! My husband ordered the Grouper & Clams and he liked the entree but it wasn't stellar. I am surprised by this since I've heard from others that this place is fantastic. Not so much in our case, plus they tried to charge us for a dessert we never ordered. Weird.

Old school gamer

March 22, 2024

We came out to grab a bite on a weekday evening. The website recommended putting a reservation down, but it wasn’t too busy and we were sat right away. The hostess was welcoming and friendly and took us to an outdoor table. The seating area itself was well decorated and overall had a really nice atmosphere. After we were sat our waiter met us right away, but I think he may have forgotten us as it was longer than expected for him to come back to take our drink/meal orders. We ended up ordering the House Salad, Potato Soup, the Scallops, and the Grouper Dijonnaise. Everything was pretty good, but the Grouper and its sides were a bit lacking in flavor and the fish was a tad tougher than you’d expect at the price point. Overall we had a decent time, but based on this initial visit it wouldn’t be a *first* recommendation with all the options around.

Andrea wu

March 22, 2024

We arrived Friday for our reservation at 7:30 and I could tell.by the hosts face something was up. He told us that they had to move us off the new outside deck to an inside table but that our inside table was also not available. We reserved the new covered deck as that's where the live music is. He didn't even apologize but told us he could probably squeeze us in the tiny inside bar. We declined and left. Fine dining prices to be stuffed at a tiny bar...no thanks. Something similar happened the last time we tried to dine there. We will never try again. BE WARNED.. reservations don't mean anything to them! Apparently they are surviving on a never ending line of new tourists. Thanks Blue Marlin for ruining our date night.

Joshua brown

March 22, 2024

Always good food, good service, good atmosphere! Definitely one of our favorite places on the island and somewhere where we take family who are visiting from out of town!

Eddie carrera

March 22, 2024

The whole experience was amazing. The food is fresh and all the dishes is especially delicious, I can't describe it in words. The guy who served us was a very nice person. The music and the place is inviting, cozy and relaxing. Highly recommend it.

Christina lim

March 22, 2024

Blue Marlin is an excellent option for an outdoor beach scene with decent seafood. The menu is on the smaller side and the options are pricier than surrounding places. The complimentary edamame was unique and one of favorite parts of our dining experience here. I highly recommend ordering the shrimp and grits even if you think it is lame to order out since it’s an easy meal to make in your own home. They have some of the best shrimp and grits I’ve ever had! The catch of the day was grouper paired with a pineapple salsa, rice pilaf, and broccoli. This was a good but not spectacular meal and was overall kind of bland. The lobster grilled cheese was extremely good but would not recommend ordering that at a place like Blue Marlin.

Jason martin

March 22, 2024

What an amazing experience! Dined at the bar. Started with a Martini with huge olives that were freshly stuffed with blue cheese and bacon. Best martini I have had anywhere! So enjoyed the blue crab cakes on top of roasted Brussels. And dessert was amazing! Guava Key Lime pie. The service was outstanding. Thank you Hudson for a wonderful dining experience. You can taste the freshness. Can’t wait to return.

Kelly h

March 22, 2024

Great waiter and service in general. Food was good! They didn’t have clams but still had other options for us. Good cocktails and desserts. We had a great time!