

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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Brian McCarthy
Acoustic, Classic Rock, Contemporary, Country |
Sat, December 2
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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NFL Sunday/Special Menu
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Sun, December 3
11:30am - 11:30pm |
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The Masons
Acoustic, Americana, Beatles, Bluegrass |
Thu, December 7
05:30 PM - 08:30 PM $No Cover |
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Terry B. Helm
Acoustic, Country, Rock, Rockin Blues |
Fri, December 8
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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June & John
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Sat, December 9
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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NFL Sunday/Special Menu
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Sun, December 10
11:30am - 11:30pm |
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John Ford
Acoustic, Blues |
John Ford @ Cortez Clam Factory
Thu, December 14 5:00pm - 7:00pm $No Cover |
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June & John
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Fri, December 15
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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Larry Yunker
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Sat, December 16
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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NFL Sunday/Special Menu
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Sun, December 17
11:30am - 11:30pm |
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Brian McCarthy
Acoustic, Classic Rock, Contemporary, Country |
Thu, December 21
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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The Masons
Acoustic, Americana, Beatles, Bluegrass |
Fri, December 22
05:30 PM - 08:30 PM $No Cover |
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David Marsh
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Sat, December 23
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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NFL Sunday/Special Menu
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Sun, December 24
11:30am - 11:30pm |
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Board Walk Baby
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Thu, December 28
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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Terry B. Helm
Acoustic, Country, Rock, Rockin Blues |
Fri, December 29
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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Scotty Yates
Acoustic, Americana, Classic Rock, Rock |
Sat, December 30
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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June & John/New Year’s Eve
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Sun, December 31
9:00pm - 12:00am |
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John Ford
Acoustic, Blues |
John Ford Blues
Thu, January 11 5:30pm - 8:30pm $No Cover |
Past Events
Artist | Date | ||
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David Marsh
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November 30, 2023
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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Scotty Yates
Acoustic, Americana, Classic Rock, Rock |
November 25, 2023
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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Larry Yunker
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November 24, 2023
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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Deej
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November 18, 2023
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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Joe Smothers
Acoustic |
November 17, 2023
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
