Ocean Plate House

This place is more than a restaurant.

We share this waterfront property with other established local operations that keep visitors and locals coming back for more.

Our Waterfront Partners

Annie's Bait and Tackle Shop storefront

Annie's Bait and Tackle Shop

Location: 4334 127th St. West, Cortez, FL 34215 Phone: 941.794.3580

One of the last full-service bait shops on Florida's West Coast. Fresh live bait arrives daily. That's why anglers trust this place.

H2O Watersportz boats and equipment

H2O Watersportz

Location: 4110 127th St. West, Cortez, FL 34215 Phone: 941.538.4290

Your ticket to Anna Maria Sound, Sarasota Bay, and Tampa Bay. Boat rentals. Fishing charters. Wildlife tours. Jet ski adventures. Everything you need for water-based thrills.

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Waves Boat and Social Club marina

Waves Boat & Social Club

Location: 4110 127th St. West, Cortez, FL 34215 Phone: 866.857.1018

Southwest Florida's premier boat club. 22 years in the industry. Cheaper than owning. Zero hassle. Just show up and go.

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Moore Fishing charter boat

Moore Fishing

Location: 12507 Cortez Rd. West, Bradenton, FL 34210 Phone: 941.713.1921

Full and half-day fishing trips. Top-tier rods, reels, tackle. Live bait and lures included. Captain Scott Moore and Captain Justin Moore make fishing accessible for everyone—family, friends, business groups, whoever.

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Reel Diversion charter boat

Reel Diversion Charters

Location: 4110 127th St. West, Cortez, FL 34215 Phone: 941.405.9689

Light tackle. Heavy tackle. Beginners to pros. Captain Chris Barton is a tournament-proven winner. You'll fish from "Piscivorous," a 28′ Contender. Serious anglers only need apply.

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Captain Aaron Lowman fishing guide

Captain Aaron Lowman

Location: 4110 127th St. West, Cortez, FL 34215 Phone: 941.465.8932

Born and raised on Anna Maria Island. Completed his first USCG Boating Course at age 11. Now holds both OUPV Captain's and Master's licenses. One of Tampa Bay's top guides. Operates a 24′ Carolina Skiff DLX inshore and a 25′ Sea Cat offshore.

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Coastal Paddle Boarding on water

Coastal Paddle Boarding

Location: 4110 127th St. West, Cortez, FL 34215 Phone: 772.341.8898

Quiet exploration along mangrove shorelines. See wildlife above and below the surface. Guided tours and rentals available. Peaceful coastal immersion.

JM Snooky kayak charter

JM Snooky Charters

Location: 3201 6th Avenue, Holmes Beach, FL 34217 Phone: 727.459.5899

Captain Jason Stock has 10 years of professional fishing experience. Custom 23 Hanson holds up to 6 people. Also offers fully rigged Tarpon 160 kayak fishing. Kayaks let you sneak into tight spots. Escape the noise. Trip options depend on weather and tides.

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