Find the Linger Lodge on the Beautiful Braden River
To Linger. Remember when people had the time to linger? Reminiscent of days gone by, Linger Lodge is the perfect place to recapture those lazy, carefree times. Large, live oak trees dripping in Spanish moss shelter the restaurant and campground. This is "Old Florida" at its best. Located in Bradenton, on the picturesque banks of the Braden River, Linger Lodge is untouched by time.
Named by Forbes.com as one of the
"Most Unusual Restaurants in the World"
- Al Roker named us one of the "Top 5 Weirdest Restaurants in America" and we're proud of it.
- Preserved native Florida animals adorn every inch of the restaurant.
- We specialize in Old Florida favorites such as:
- Fresh alligator bites
- Frog legs
- Fried Green Tomatoes
- BBQ
- Seafood
Come Stay for a Spell at Our
Full-Service RV & Campground Facility
Frequently mentioned in many of the "one tank" and "day trip" books as a favorite destination, we currently offer full services amenities.
- Oversized, waterfront campsites at one of the most tranquil locations in Manatee County.
- Bring your own pop-up, tent, or RV
- Rent one of our cabins
- We have sites available seasonal, long term or permanent rental
Nearby attractions include beaches in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Holmes Beach, Anna Maria, Longboat Key, Bradenton, Siesta Key, Sarasota, and Venice. Other destinations include Lakewood Ranch and Ellenton Ice and Sports Complex ellentonice.com.
RV - Campground Office Hours
Monday thru Thursday: 9 to 4
Friday & Saturday: 9 to 7
Sunday: 12 to 6
Restaurant Hours
11:00am to 9:00pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Sunday
11:00am to 10:00pm Friday & Saturday
Happy Hour
Monday - Friday 4 to 7
Saturday and Sunday
Live Entertainment
Tuesday and Friday
Karaoke with Cowboy George
7pm to Close!
Friday Night Fish Fry
Includes 4 pieces of Fish and 2 sides $11.99
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