Compass Bar & Chill — Restaurant in Bradenton

Based on the excellent reviews, and the absolutely BEAUTIFUL bar & hotel area inside, we were excited to grab lunch at Compass Bar & Chill. We walked in and while the person at the front desk looked up, she didn't greet us. We walked over to the bar/restaurant area and it was completely empty. We checked the hours again to make sure they were open, and then we noticed one table of people outside, so we decided to grab a spot at the bar. The bar itself was beautiful and well-stocked and I saw someone's purse and half-gone Starbucks on the counter, so we figured we'd wait a minute - and that someone must have just run to the kitchen or restroom. After more than five minutes, we finally got up to leave, and just as we did, a woman came out from the kitchen. She looked at us, and I asked, "Are you actually open?" to which she responded, simply, "yeah." There was no "How can I help you?" or acknowledgement that we'd been waiting. When I said, "thank you," and continued to walk away, she said nothing more. The service was pretty disappoint here, and it stinks that we never got to find out if the food was...

Excellent service,good food and great view from the deck. My elderly mother passed out on the way out of the restaurant. The manager and her wait staff were very helpful during this emergency. After the manager called 911 for us, she helped with the 9 month old baby in our party while I helped my mother. She stuck with us until the ambulance arrived. The staff were also clam and helpful with comfort measures like ice and cold cloths. Me and my family were grateful for their assistance in our...

We always have a great experience here. Easy going, casual, laid back atmosphere. From the hammocks on the marina deck, to the lounge chairs at the pool, this place screams, "pull up a seat & relax". The staff is super friendly & the patrons have always been a nice mix of people (neighborhood locals, business travelers, wedding parties, vacationers, etc) We travel alot & always make a point to try to stop off here for a day or two-just to chill...