Are you looking for the best bars in Treasure Island, Florida?
Well…twinkle twinkle, little star, let us point you to the nearest bar. As the saying goes it’s 5 o’clock somewhere!
From day drinking to cooling off with a cold one to dinner and drinks, it’s always beach bar season in Treasure Island!
So, if you are looking for some pitcher-perfect beers, cocktail therapy, or happy hour vibes we are popping off the top 10 best bars in Treasure Island, Florida.
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Best Bars in Treasure Island at a Glance:
- Sea Dog Brewing Co.: This place will win you over with its dog-friendly vibes and ginormous menu (Try their Signature Ice Pik Vodka Lemonade)
- The VIP Mexican American Cuisine: With cheap eats and strong drinks, you can live every day like it’s Taco Tuesday (Try their House Margarita)
- Sunset Cafe and Beach Bar: It’s just right for chilling and catching a fabulous Florida sunset with their no-shoes and open patio policy (Try their refreshing Mimosas)
- Island Girl Tiki Bar: The go-to place for the best-frozen cocktails in town (Try their Shark Bite)
Keep reading to find out why I love these Treasure Island bars.
1. Sloppy Joe’s
Dreaming of cocktails at the water? Then Sloppy Joe’s is calling your name!
This beach bar is located literally on the beach, at the Bilmar Beach Resort.
Why We Love This Place
Locals always know best and this is one of the local favorite hot spots for watching the perfect sunset with its waterfront views of the Gulf of Mexico.
Full of fun beach games, live entertainment every day of the week, trivia nights, karaoke, music bingo, and DJs there is always something going on at this Treasure Island bar.
Best of all free valet parking. Yes, I did say free! It’s an ultimate must when searching out things to do in Treasure Island, Florida.
Top Menu Picks:
- Treasure Island Sunset Signature Cocktail: Bacardi coconut rum, spiced rum, fresh orange, pineapple juices and grenadine
- Frozen Blueberry Pina Colada: Bacardi Coconut Rum, coconut, pineapples, and swirled with Blueberry Liqueur
- Sloppy on the Beach: Grey Goose L’Orange Vodka, Peach Schnapps, pineapple and cranberry juices
- Pulled Pork Sandwich: Homemade pulled pork zesty BBQ sauce Island coleslaw pickle on a brioche bun
- Buffalo Bombs: Shredded chicken, cream cheese, buffalo sauce, breaded and fried with jalapeño ranch
Address: 10650 Gulf Blvd, Treasure Island, FL 33706
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2. Ka´Tiki
This beach bar is where you will find one of the best rocking and lively bars in Treasure Island bars, Ka´Tiki, where locals come to cool off with some of the coldest beers around.
Ka´Tiki is by far one of the best bars in Treasure Island if you are looking for deals, drinks, burgers, Bloody Marys, and of course a good time out.
Why We Love This Place
The tiki vibes send you into vacay mode whether you´re just out for a quick bite and a drink or a night out in Treasure Island.
Serving up pub-style favorites and awesome live entertainment all week long, this Treasure Island bar leaves you with a shell of a good time.
Happy Hour runs Monday – Friday from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. with $2 domestic cans and $3 wells making it the best time to drink happy thoughts.
Plus, there are $2.50 draft beers and $10 select pitchers during the week for their specials and it’s always the happiest of all hours (prices subject to change at anytime).
Top Menu Picks:
- $3 Fireball Shots
- $3 Apple Pie Moonshine
- $3 Cheeseburgers
- Frozen Mango Daiquiri
- Ap´s Smoked Fish Spread
- Fried Mac n Cheese
Address: 8803 W Gulf Blvd, Treasure Island, FL 33706
3. Sea Dog Brewing Co.
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner, this menu is ginormous.
Even the pickiest of eaters won’t be drinking on an empty stomach.
Why We Love This Place
Sea Dog Brewing Co. wins me over as one of my furry favorite Treasure Island bars with its dog-friendly vibes.
Happy hour runs Monday to Friday from 2 p.m. until 6 p.m. with great deals like $6 for pints, house wine, and mixed drinks along with specials on apps.
Sippin’ and chillin’ at Sea Dog Dog Brewing Co. is one of the best things to do in Treasure Island with these happy hour deals.
Top Menu Picks:
- Signature Ice Pik Vodka Lemonade
- Sea Dog Apricot Brew
- Blue Paw Wild Blueberry Ale
- The Drunken Burger: Bourbon bacon jam, Export Ale onions, beer mustard, provolone
- Bavarian Pretzel Sticks: Three warm sea salt-dusted Bavarian pretzels with Sea Dog beer cheese dip
Address: 9610 Gulf Blvd, Treasure Island, FL 33706
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4. The VIP Mexican American Cuisine
Cool down from the beach and taco walk on the wild side over at The VIP Mexican American Cuisine.
It’s good vibes at the bar inside and outside with high energy and loads of fun.
This Treasure Island bar is a hidden gem serving up flavorful traditional and authentic Mexican dishes that will have your mouthwatering.
For those who like a little bit of both worlds you can find options with delicious twists on your sizzling American favorites and Tex-Mex dishes.
Why We Love This Place
This Treasure Island bar never seems to disappoint with its friendly service, to die for dishes and incredible drinks.
It´s the perfect spot for a casual date with their zesty shareables like a dish of Mexican Pesos or Shredded Beef Mexican Rolls or a night out in Treasure Island for drinks and good eats.
It´s worth the visit just for their amazing House Margaritas!
Happy hour may be Monday to Friday serving up deals from 3 to 7 but I love it any time of the day. With cheap eats and strong drinks, you can live every day like it’s Taco Tuesday.
Top Menu Picks:
- Tamale Platter: Two beef tamales topped with red burrito sauce and melted cheese
- Al Pastor Mexican Street Tacos: Marinated pork with grilled pineapple, cabbage, onion, cilantro, lime wedges, and ranchero sauce
- House Margarita
- Famous Wet Burrito
- Fried Ice Cream
Address: 10625 Gulf Blvd, Treasure Island, FL 33706
5. Sunset Cafe and Beach Bar
The Sunset Cafe and Beach Bar is casual and cool, with a no-shoes, no-shirt open patio policy.
It’s just right for chilling and catching a fabulous Florida sunset.
Why We Love This Place
Sun, sand, and a pineapple drink in hand, it’s a little piece of paradise.
Tucked away just off the boardwalk, you can unwind until the wee hours of 1 a.m.
Top Menu Picks:
- Bloody Mary
- Mimosa
- Chili Dog
- Taco Salad: Their famous homestyle chili over lettuce and topped with tomatoes, black olives, cheddar cheese, sour cream, onions, avocado and tri-color tortilla chips
- Bacon Cheeseburger with Blue Cheese
Address: 12000 Gulf Blvd, Treasure Island, FL 33706
6. Island Girl Tiki Bar
Shh… This is one of the local’s little secrets in Treasure Island.
Tucked away behind the Island Inn Beach Resort, you will find the colorful Island Girl Tiki Bar and its tropical beach vibes.
Why We Love This Place
This hidden gem is the go-to place for the best-frozen cocktails in town. Super friendly, easy-going, and with cool island vibes!
This Treasure Island bar has easily become the happy place for many local beach lovers and tourists alike who just want to chill and enjoy its lively yet carefree spirit.
Don’t forget to spin the shot wheel!
Top Menu Picks:
- Mermaid Water: Captain Morgan Original Spiced Rum, Malibu Coconut Rum, DeKuyper Blue Curacao, pineapple and lime juices
- Shark Bite: Cruzan Coconut Rum, DeKuyper Blue Curacao, lemon-lime soda, topped off with shark blood….don´t worry it´s grenadine.
- Bahama Mama: Aristocrat Rum, Du Bouchett Banana Liqueur, Daily´s Pina Colada Mix, orange and pineapple juices with a splash of grenadine
- Rick´s Famous Rum Runner: Goslings Black Seal Rum, banana and blackberry liqueurs with a splash of pineapple juice
- Lucky Lizard: Aristocrat Vodka, Peach Schnapps, DeKuyper Blue Curacao, pineapple and orange juice
Address: 9980 Gulf Blvd #11, Treasure Island, FL 33706
7. Caddy’s Treasure Island
It’s good times and cocktail limes morning and night at Caddy’s.
Their bottomless mimosas every day from 8 a.m. until 11 a.m. along with happy hour specials Monday to Friday has us singing sip sip hooray!
Why We Love This Place
Caddy´s is one of the best bars in Treasure Island if you’re looking for some action, this place is always offering so much to do.
Tuesday and Thursday mornings bring complementary yoga on the beach as well as Friday nights then cool off with a frosty Irish Iced Coffee.
Wednesdays host Sunset Trivia or come out for a stunning sunset with their Sunset Music Sessions and a cold Loose Goosey to unwind from the day.
We love the idea of slurp’n up a Summertime Smash or frozen slushy margarita in a big ol’ Caddy’s cup or souvenir bucket! Take your pick!
But we need to warn you, the drink menu here is just as huge as the drinks!
Top Menu Picks:
- Frose
- Watermelon Wave: Vodka, triple sec, muddled watermelon, sour mix, cranberry juice
- Irish Iced Coffee: Teeling Irish whiskey, Irish cream, simple syrup, cold brew coffee
- Crab Cake BLT: Grilled crab cake, crispy bacon, tomato, lettuce, and dill tartar sauce on a brioche bun with kettle chips
- Peanut Butter and Chocolate Pie
Address: 9000 W Gulf Blvd, Treasure Island, FL 33706
8. CJ’s Backstage
With live bands, karaoke, a large game room and pool tables, DJs, and club night, this beach bar tops the chart for things to do in Treasure Island, Florida.
CJ’s Backstage has earned the nickname of the area´s hot spot!
And for those who want to belt out a few tunes, there is karaoke almost all week long and Wednesday features karaoke with a live band to spice things up.
Why We Love This Place
The monthly calendar is jam-packed with something every single night of the week.
The energy is vibrant and rocking with karaoke daily, Saturday night bands, open jams, trivia nights, DJs and dance and so much more.
Leave your blues at the door and head in for happy hour…or a few hours for that matter since it runs from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m.
With daily specials starting at $10.95, Sunday brunch, and late-night menus it’s always a fun time out full of contagious energy.
Top Menu Picks:
- Grouper Sandy
- Key Lime Pie
- BBQ Rib Baskets
- Chili Nelsom
Address: 7022 22nd Ave N, St. Petersburg, Fl 33710
9. Mad Beach Craft Brewing
No need to hum and hah over which drink to try!
This award-winning brewery has paired up the perfect drink to go alongside each menu item.
Why We Love This Place as One of the Best Bars in Treasure Island, Florida
Vino Florida Wines made right below in their winery, frozen daiquiris with sangria, wines, or cider for a refreshing wine freeze, and the list goes on and on…
They even serve up kids’ meals and non-alcoholic drinks so everyone can come out to this bar in Madeira Beach near Treasure Island.
Everything down to the delicious dishes, creative beer cocktails, and drinks to the super cool setup and atmosphere make this one of the best bars in Treasure Island that you can´t miss.
Top Menu Picks:
- Tachos tots smothered with beef chili, craft beer cheese and finished with Lagered sour cream paired with a Kalypso Key Lime Cider
- The Jelly Donut Burger paired with I Yam What I Yam
- Bacon Mac N Cheese paired with #AmberALE
- Mahi Mahi paired with Life’s a Beach
- Beyond Brat paired with Red Sangria
Address: 12945 Village Blvd, Madeira Beach, FL 33708
10. R Bar
Word on the beach is that they have the biggest and best crab legs!
With awesome prices and double-down specials starting at 4 every day, some may say this is the island’s hidden treasure.
Why We Love This Place
R Bar is where you want to hang out to refuel your belly with some of the best-fried foods, seafood, and yummy eats.
The small town, good feels and family-friendly bar in Treasure Island just leaves you feeling happy.
Top Menu Picks:
- Seasonal Tap Menu
- R Bar’s Own Craft beer
- All You Can Eat Snow Crab
- R Famous Fried Chicken
- Signature BBQ Ribs
Address: 245 108th Ave, Treasure Island, FL 33706
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My Final Thoughts on the Best Bars in Treasure Island, Florida
These are just a few of the best bars in Treasure Island.
It was definitely a lot of fun “researching” this guide for you. I took one for the team trying as many bars in this Florida beach town as I could.
I hope you have a fun vacation and remember to drink responsibly.
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About the Author
Sarah Jordan is a solo traveler enthusiast, professional travel writer, and proud mama to her rescue dog Coconut.
With a love for destinations across the globe, she made Epcot her first theme park and still treasures her EPCOT World Showcase passport to this day.
After finally following her inner wanderlust, she discovered the freedom and empowerment that solo travel brings.
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(Original Article Date: March 8, 2023/Updated by Editor on April 22, 2025)