

Cortez Clam Factory
"Get Your Clam On" at Cortez Clam Factory.
David Sadler and Randy Ellis, co-owners of Cortez Clam Factory, 10104 Cortez Rd., and former restaurateurs, seek to give patrons something more than wings, fries and burgers to stifle those post-boozing hunger pains.
But anything less than quality seafood won't cut it for these guys. After all, the Clam Factory isn't far from the historic Cortez Fishing Village, where locals know the difference between super and subpar seafood. It serves Joe Island clams, a locally raised product and one of the best. The stone crabs, like other seafood selections, are direct from Cortez itself. They buy local seafood, and rarely is any of it frozen.
Located in the San Remo Shores area, about a mile down the road from Cortez Fishing Village. This eatery/watering hole forgoes the posh nightclub vibe in favor of a more down-home pace, but it is still plenty tropical.
The Clam Factory books a steady stream of Sarasota and Bradenton-based bands.
This 'Five Star Dive' Bar has some of the best Music, Food and Service on the West Coast of Florida!
"It didn't occur to us before but takeout from here is an awesome alternative to Chinese or pizza. We got crab fritters ribs and much more."
It is locally owned and the owners combine 100 years of experience in the seafood business in order to give great food at the best price in town. On top of the excellent food, there is much to keep you entertained.
David Sadler and Randy Ellis, co-owners of Cortez Clam Factory, 10104 Cortez Rd., and former restaurateurs, seek to give patrons something more than wings, fries and burgers to stifle those post-boozing hunger pains.
But anything less than quality seafood won't cut it for these guys. After all, the Clam Factory isn't far from the historic Cortez Fishing Village, where locals know the difference between super and subpar seafood. It serves Joe Island clams, a locally raised product and one of the best. The stone crabs, like other seafood selections, are direct from Cortez itself. They buy local seafood, and rarely is any of it frozen.
Located in the San Remo Shores area, about a mile down the road from Cortez Fishing Village. This eatery/watering hole forgoes the posh nightclub vibe in favor of a more down-home pace, but it is still plenty tropical.
The Clam Factory books a steady stream of Sarasota and Bradenton-based bands.
This 'Five Star Dive' Bar has some of the best Music, Food and Service on the West Coast of Florida!
"It didn't occur to us before but takeout from here is an awesome alternative to Chinese or pizza. We got crab fritters ribs and much more."
It is locally owned and the owners combine 100 years of experience in the seafood business in order to give great food at the best price in town. On top of the excellent food, there is much to keep you entertained.

Upcoming Events
Artist | Date | ||
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David Alan
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Sat, July 5
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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David Marsh
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Sun, July 6
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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Scotty Yates
Acoustic, Americana, Classic Rock, Rock |
Thu, July 10
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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Terry Helm
Acoustic, Rock, Rockin Blues, Southern Rock |
Fri, July 11
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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Brian McCarthy
Acoustic, Classic Rock, Contemporary, Country |
Sat, July 12
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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David Alan
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Sun, July 13
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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Larry Yunker
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Thu, July 17
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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Scotty Yates
Acoustic, Americana, Classic Rock, Rock |
Fri, July 18
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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Scotty Yates
Acoustic, Americana, Classic Rock, Rock |
Sat, July 19
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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Terry Helm
Acoustic, Rock, Rockin Blues, Southern Rock |
Sun, July 20
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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Brian McCarthy
Acoustic, Classic Rock, Contemporary, Country |
Thu, July 24
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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David Marsh
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Fri, July 25
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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Terry Helm
Acoustic, Rock, Rockin Blues, Southern Rock |
Sat, July 26
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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Mikey Silbaugh
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Sun, July 27
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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Joe Smothers
Acoustic |
Thu, July 31
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
Past Events
Artist | Date | ||
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Dave Fowler
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July 4, 2025
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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Larry Yunker
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July 3, 2025
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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David Marsh
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June 29, 2025
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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Terry Helm
Acoustic, Rock, Rockin Blues, Southern Rock |
June 28, 2025
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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Brian McCarthy
Acoustic, Classic Rock, Contemporary, Country |
June 27, 2025
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
