"If you're a seafood lover, then you've probably already been introduced to a lot of the amazing marine experiences Florida has to offer. But there's one tiny fishing community that you need to check out if you haven't yet been acquainted: Cortez Fishing Village. Located off Anna Maria Island on the west coast of Florida, Cortez is one of the last small working fish communities in the state."
"The area was originally known as Hunter's Point and traces its deep history all the way back to the 1880s, when a number of fishing families from North Carolina settled along the warm waters. A lot of the town's original charm remains and the tiny streets are filled with simple coastal bungalows, restored boats, and family-owned beach shops. A huge draw, of course, is the seafood. Local fisheries supply all of the restaurants daily and visitors can even purchase fish directly off the boats."
Cortez Fishing Village sits off Anna Maria Island on Florida's west coast and remains one of the state's last small working fishing communities. Settled in the 1880s by fishing families from North Carolina, the village retains coastal bungalows, restored boats, and family-owned shops. Local fisheries supply restaurants daily and visitors can buy fish directly from boats. Protected by barrier islands, Cortez offers beginner-friendly deep sea fishing for shrimp, grouper, and Mahi Mahi. Restaurants like Star Fish Company, Tide Tables, and Swordfish Grill serve fresh catch. The Florida Maritime Museum offers knot-tying and rod-building classes and preserves maritime heritage.
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