Oysters Rock Hospitality Marks 30 Years with Rollbacks, Special Dinners, Fundraisers, and Community Events
Rollback Day at Anna Maria Oyster Bar Celebrating 30 Years of Five Star Fun
WHAT
Anna Maria Oyster Bar is celebrating 30 years of Five Star Fun with our annual Rollback Day. Guests are invited to join us as we roll back prices to 1995 as a thank you for three decades of dining together. Specials include $4.99 Popcorn Shrimp, $7.99 Lighter Bite Fish and Chips, and $2.99 domestic drafts and house margaritas.
WHEN
Monday, September 15, 2025
All day
WHERE
All Anna Maria Oyster Bar locations
WHY
For 30 years Anna Maria Oyster Bar has been part of the Bradenton community, serving fresh seafood with a side of Five Star Fun. Rollback Day is our way of showing appreciation to the guests who have supported us since our beginnings on the City Pier in 1995. By rolling back prices to where it all began, we celebrate the memories we have shared and the future we look forward to building together.
Curated Crustacean Dinner at Anna Maria Oyster Bar Landside
WHAT
Anna Maria Oyster Bar Landside will host a Curated Crustacean Dinner on Sunday, September 28. Guests will gather at a long community table for an elevated multi-course seafood experience featuring fresh oysters and seasonal crustaceans prepared in unique styles. The evening will also serve as a fundraiser for Shuckin’ Good Cause, Oysters Rock Hospitality’s nonprofit initiative that supports education, heroes, affiliations, and quality of life across the Bradenton area.
WHEN
Sunday, September 28, 2025
5:30 pm
WHERE
Anna Maria Oyster Bar Landside
6906 14th Street West
Bradenton, FL 34207
WHY
The Curated Crustacean Dinner blends dining with community giving. The proceeds will benefit Shuckin’ Good Cause, which funds local programs ranging from literacy initiatives to first responder support and community health. By taking part in this one-of-a-kind dinner, guests will not only enjoy an unforgettable culinary experience but also help make a positive impact on the region.
DETAILS
Tickets are $150 per guest, inclusive of tax and gratuity. Seating is limited. Tickets and more information coming soon.
Bourbon and Bowties at Anna Maria Oyster Bar UTC
WHAT
Anna Maria Oyster Bar UTC is hosting Bourbon and Bowties. The evening will feature hors d’oeuvres, bourbon and whiskey tastings, live and silent auction items, and a bowtie contest. The event supports the Southwest Florida Council, Scouting America. Guests will enjoy a lively night of food, spirits, and community while helping raise funds for local Scouting programs.
WHEN
Wednesday, September 17, 2025
6:00 pm
WHERE
Anna Maria Oyster Bar UTC
5405 University Parkway Unit 110
Bradenton, FL 34201
WHY
Funds raised through Bourbon and Bowties support the programs of the Southwest Florida Council, Scouting America, which provides leadership development, outdoor education, and life skills to youth across the region. This event brings together the community to celebrate good food and drink while making an impact for future generations.
Purchase tickets and learn more here
Drink Pink with Oysters Rock Hospitality
WHAT
Oysters Rock Hospitality is kicking off its Drink Pink campaign early this year in support of breast cancer research. Starting Tuesday, September 23, guests can enjoy specialty pink cocktails at all Anna Maria Oyster Bar locations and Café on St. Armands. And a portion of the proceeds benefit My Breast Friends 941 and the American Cancer Society.
Featured drinks include the Cheers to the Cure Mojito and the Pink Lady at Anna Maria Oyster Bar. Café on St. Armands will also debut its own pink inspired creations, giving guests even more ways to raise a glass for a good cause.
WHEN
Tuesday, September 23 through Friday, October 31, 2025
WHERE
All Anna Maria Oyster Bars
Café on St. Armands
431 St Armands Cir, Sarasota, FL 34236
WHY
Drink Pink reflects Oysters Rock Hospitality’s Pillars of Philanthropy. Through Quality of Life, we support organizations improving health and well being for individuals and families in our community. Breast cancer impacts countless lives, and these partnerships allow us to raise awareness and contribute directly to local and national efforts that make a difference.
By coming together over a cocktail, guests can help turn simple moments of hospitality into meaningful contributions that bring hope, healing, progress, and continue the tradition of giving back that defines Oysters Rock Hospitality.
Longevity 2025: Celebrating 30 Years of Five Star Fun at Anna Maria Oyster Bar
WHAT
Anna Maria Oyster Bar is celebrating 30 years of Five Star Fun with its annual Longevity event on September 9, 2025. Each year AMOB honors team members who have served 5 years or more with the company. This year the celebration is especially meaningful, marking three decades since AMOB first opened on the Anna Maria City Pier in 1995.
To celebrate, 100+ long tenured employees will head to EPCOT for a day of fun, recognition, and appreciation. Among them are dozens of team members who have reached 20 years or more of service, representing thousands of years of combined dedication to hospitality.
WHY
Employee longevity is at the heart of AMOB’s culture. In an industry known for high turnover, Oysters Rock Hospitality has cultivated a workplace where careers thrive and loyalty is celebrated. Over one third of the workforce has been with the company for a decade or longer, a rare achievement in hospitality.
Longevity 2025 also reflects AMOB’s core values of Heart, Hospitality, and Hustle. These values guide everything from how the team treats guests to how they support one another. The result is a family like environment where careers are built, loyalty is rewarded, and excellence is the standard. From legendary servers to managers who started as hosts, Longevity 2025 highlights the people who have built AMOB’s legacy over the past 30 years and who continue to make every guest feel like family.
Taste of UTC Returns to Anna Maria Oyster Bar UTC – Fall Edition
WHAT
Anna Maria Oyster Bar UTC invites guests to experience the Fall Edition of Taste of UTC with two exclusive three-course menus available from September 1 to 15. This limited-time event features a $18 lunch menu with choices like Fish and Chips, AMOB Tacos, and the new Crab Mac and Cheese. The $34 dinner menu includes Danish Baby Back Ribs, Seafood Fra Diavolo, and the Cajun Cobia topped with lump crab. Each meal wraps up with our famous Key Lime Pie.
WHEN
Monday, September 1 to Monday, September 15, 2025
WHERE
Anna Maria Oyster Bar UTC
5405 University Parkway
Bradenton, FL 34201
WHY
Taste of UTC is a chance to explore signature and seasonal dishes at an unbeatable value. It’s a celebration of local dining, creativity, and hospitality. With warm service and bold flavors, AMOB UTC offers the perfect place for lunch with friends or a cozy dinner this fall.
View the menu and learn more here: https://www.facebook.com/share/1C8dLuTWyv/
Clemson Watch Parties Returns to Anna Maria Oyster Bar Landside
WHAT
Clemson football is back and the Halfway Lounge at Anna Maria Oyster Bar Landside is your Saturday destination. Join fellow Tiger fans every game day from August 30 through November as we bring the energy, the specials, and the spirit of Death Valley to the heart of Bradenton.
Guests can enjoy:
Happy Hour pricing during every Clemson game
$18.99 Tiger Flights (Margarita Flights)
Our Touchdown Bites menu featuring game day favorites like Jacked Up Oysters, Blackened Prime Rib Sliders, and Kung Pao Wings
Snap your game day pics, tag us @AnnaMariaOysterBar, and use #ClemsonWatchAMOB to join the fan celebration online.
WHEN
Every Clemson Football Saturday, beginning Saturday, August 30
Kickoff times vary by game
Next game: Saturday, September 6 at 3:30 PM
WHERE
Anna Maria Oyster Bar Landside – Halfway Lounge
6906 14th Street West
Bradenton, FL 34207
WHY
With deep Clemson ties and a strong local fan base, AMOB Landside’s Halfway Lounge is proud to serve as the weekly gathering place for Tiger fans. The game day experience combines great food, drinks, and camaraderie in a setting made for college football Saturdays.
Learn more and keep up with the Five Star Fun here: https://www.facebook.com/share/1JaXsUgrci/
Café on St. Armands Continues Summer Fridays with DJ Shambala
WHAT
Café on St. Armands is turning up the volume every Friday night this September with Summer Fridays. An evening of deep house and lounge vibes spun live by DJ Shambala.
Guests 21 and up can vibe late into the night with:
NEW! signature bar bites menu
Curated drink specials
All the good vibes
Whether you’re kicking off the weekend or keeping the night alive, Summer Fridays at Café are the place to unwind in style.
WHEN
Every Friday
August through the end of September 2025
9 PM to 1 AM
WHERE
Café on St. Armands
431 St. Armands Circle
Sarasota, FL 34236
WHY
Café’s Summer Fridays are designed to bring a fresh nighttime energy to the Circle. With curated music, stylish eats, and craft drinks, it’s the perfect way to celebrate summer weekends in Sarasota.
Café on St. Armands Celebrates Circle the Date on September 18
WHAT
Café on St. Armands is excited to once again participate in Circle the Date. A monthly celebration bringing live music, local charm, and exclusive specials to St. Armands Circle. On Thursday, September 18, Café will welcome guests with complimentary passed bites and refreshing mini mocktails.
Guests can sample:
Greek Salad Skewer
Lemon Lavender Spritzer Mini Mocktail
(Guests can also add alcohol to their mocktail for $5)
Café will also offer its popular Wine Down Wednesday specials all day:
20% off bottles $100 and over
50% off bottles under $100
Plus, enter our free raffle for a chance to win:
Two bottles of Café wine
Two Café wine glasses
A $50 Café gift card
Other St. Armands Circle merchants will be offering their own specials and activations, including live music on the Circle from 5 to 9 PM.
WHEN
Thursday, September 18, 2025
All Day
WHERE
Café on St. Armands
431 St. Armands Circle
Sarasota, FL 34236
WHY
Circle the Date invites locals and visitors to rediscover the spirit of St. Armands. Most merchants are independently owned, and this celebration highlights the vibrancy of the community. Café is proud to welcome guests with flavors, fun, and a warm neighborhood vibe.
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About Oysters Rock Hospitality:
Oysters Rock Hospitality, led by award-winning restaurateurs and philanthropists John and Amanda Horne, is a team of passionate hospitality experts dedicated to creating Five Star Fun experiences for every guest. Our vision of impeccable hospitality is to ensure that everyone at our table knows that they belong. Our brand portfolio includes the locally beloved Anna Maria Oyster Bars, the reimagined Café on St. Armands, the vibrant Kefi Streetside Café, and our philanthropic arm, Shuckin' Good Cause, an independent nonprofit which encompasses initiatives like Dive Into Reading, the Employee Relief Fund, and enhances our community through our Pillars of Philanthropy: Education, Heroes, Affiliations, and Quality of Life. Find more information online at OystersRock.net
