On December 27, 2025, Anna Maria Oyster Bar on the Pier turns 10. Ten years of being right where Historic Bridge Street meets the water. Ten years of sunsets, salty breezes, and moments that don’t need much explaining if you’ve ever spent time on the Pier. This location has always been its own experience, shaped by the setting, the people, and life on …
MEDIA ALERT FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WHATWe’re Back Inc., doing business as Anna Maria Oyster Bar on the Pier, is proud to unveil a brand-new waterfront tiki, made possible with the support of a $4,000 Small Business Disaster Recovery Grant from United Way Suncoast. After back-to-back hurricanes destroyed the previous awning, the team saw an opportunity …
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Meet Our Executive Assistant, Hannah Carter! Born and raised in Florida, Hannah is the organizational powerhouse behind the scenes at Oysters Rock Hospitality. A University of Central Florida alum with a degree in Communications, she’s spent her career as the go-to right hand for executives across entrepreneurial ventures, nonprofits, and now hospitality, bringing structure to …
Meet Our Marketing Coordinator, Taylor Escobar! Born and raised in Bradenton, Florida, Taylor has been a part of the Anna Maria Oyster Bar family for most of his career. His journey in hospitality began at 16, serving at Freedom Village Retirement Center before joining AMOB. He was part of the original opening team at the …
Meet Our Facilities Manager, Lynn Horne! Born and raised in Bartow, FL, Lynn Horne has been married to Sandy for 27+ years with 3 children: Nic, Jake Ann and Trey; and 2 grandchildren Audrianna and Trenton. He moved to Bradenton in 2009 to join the family business alongside his brother John (Cheif Executive Oyster) as …
Meet Our Restaurant Accounting Manager, Amanda Harms! Born and raised in Bradenton, Florida, Amanda is as local as they come—and so is her love for the hospitality industry. Her journey with Oysters Rock Hospitality began over a decade ago, and she’s been a driving force ever since. While working with the AMOB team, Amanda completed …
Meet Our Director of Personnel & Oyster Cultivation, Nicole Briggs! Born in New Jersey but a Bradenton local since the age of two, Nicole has been part of the Anna Maria Oyster Bar family longer than some team members have been out of school. In fact, she’s celebrating 16+ years with AMOB—a journey that started …
Meet Our Parties by ORH Manager, Linda Finnerty! Originally from Dayton, Ohio, Linda spent most of her life in Virginia before making her way to the Sunshine State. A proud graduate of James Madison University with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Hotel and Restaurant Management, she has built a distinguished career in both hospitality …
Meet Our Technology Solutions Manager, Trey Horne! Born in the vibrant town of Bartow, Florida, Trey’s journey in hospitality began with a bang—and a tray. During his first stint at Anna Maria Oyster Bar, he worked nearly every position imaginable: busser, expo, server, fry cook, and more. After gaining a global perspective as the Student …
Meet Our Head of Accounting, Ian Nyhus! Born in Dunedin and raised in Parrish, Florida, Ian has been part of the Anna Maria Oyster Bar family since day one of his working life. A graduate of Braden River High School, Ian earned his associate’s degree from State College of Florida and is currently completing his …
