Scott Barber and Rich Chaney from SandBar Tiki & Grille had the amazing opportunity to appear on ABC 7’s Suncoast View, showcasing a mouthwatering lineup of BBQ favorites straight from their kitchen on Manasota Key in Englewood, Florida.
Before diving into the feast, Scott and Rich offered the hosts some island refreshment with two of SandBar’s most popular tiki cocktails: the Orange Crush, made with freshly squeezed orange juice and vodka, and the Manasota Margarita, a coastal classic.
But it was the BBQ that took center stage. The hosts couldn’t stop raving about the brisket, calling it “unbelievably tender and juicy.” Rich explained that the secret lies in precise timing and temperature. One host summed it up best:
“This is some of the best barbeque—and the most tender meat—that we have ever had.”
The SandBar team presented an irresistible spread that truly showcased why this Englewood restaurant is a local favorite for authentic BBQ and waterfront dining:
- Brisket Melt – Smoked beef brisket layered with homemade raspberry sauce, cream cheese, and cheddar, melted between slices of Texas toast.
- Bar-B-Cuban – A twist on the classic Cuban sandwich, featuring smoked brisket and pulled pork with pickles, Swiss cheese, and brew pub mustard on a toasted hoagie.
- Smoked Wings – Eight jumbo wings seasoned with SandBar’s house rub and served with their Alabama white BBQ sauce.
- Baby Back Ribs – A full rack smoked until the meat practically falls off the bone. Forget the fork—these are best enjoyed as finger food!
- Pulled Pork and Short Ribs – Both slow-smoked to tender, flavor-packed perfection.
Every barbecue sauce at SandBar is made from scratch, including their Alabama white BBQ, sweet BBQ, and hot BBQ. Their obsession with crafting exceptional flavor combinations makes SandBar stand out as one of the best places for BBQ in Englewood.
Kids love SandBar too. Their favorites like chicken tenders, burgers, and mac & cheese come served in adorable sand buckets with a shovel, ready to bring across the street to Englewood Beach after the meal.
Scott and Rich invite everyone to come and see why SandBar offers the most enjoyable dining experiences on Manasota Key: “Great food, atmosphere, and people! Come enjoy live music every day while eating or drinking in our air-conditioned dining room, outdoors on our dock overlooking the water, or even directly on our own beach!”
Next time you’re in Englewood, make sure to stop by SandBar Tiki & Grille, located on beautiful Manasota Key, directly across from Englewood Beach. The food, the view, and the vibes are always unforgettable.
