This old fishing village on Sarasota Bay is an example of a dying way of life. started in the late 1800's by fisherman from the outer banks of North Carolina.
The fish houses date to the original founders of this village and still sell fresh fish . The Boat works is a working boatyard that goes back to 1928. The homes in the village are modest 1920s bungalows.
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Cortez is right off Cortez Road — State Road 684 outside Bradenton
Try the Star Fish Company & Restaurant for a cold beer and a fish sandwich.
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