Expert Tips for St. Petersburg / Clearwater Nightlife
Flûte & Dram: "If you're a "newbie," ask for "flights" of champagne so that you can sample small sips to decide what you pleases your palate."
Blur Nightclub: "For added fun, be sure to check out their weekly drag show on Friday nights."
The Estate: "For something more "toned down," choose from a selection of frozen drinks served from the innovative frozen drink machine sitting behind the bar."
This self-styled "adult playground" offers an array of snacks, pizzas, wings, salads and "hand-helds" topped off, of course by frosty drinks, draft beers...
Touted as "the only country bar" in downtown St Petersburg, One Night Stand is indeed a novelty, as is their motto: "The best one-night stand you'll ever...
Tucked beneath the popular Ceviche Tapas Bar & Restaurant in downtown St Petersburg and opened in 2016, Che is a popular addition to the city's "hot"...
Drawing its name from its former status as an amateur boxing center in downtown St. Petersburg, Ringside Café is tucked into a historic 1912 building, once...
Three Irishmen got together and a nighttime sensation was born! You don't have to be Irish to go to MacDinton's Pub, but it doesn't matter as you will...
With a motto like, "Pouring our spirits to raise yours," there can be no doubt that this speakeasy-style lounge aims to please, boasting an impressive...
From newbies to experts, fans of champagne and caviar are sure to love this upscale bar, which opened in April 2018. Touted as St Petersburg's first...
What started as "Central Cigars," in the late 1990s (where patrons could enjoy cigars from the area's large selection) and later, "The Havana Room," has...
Perched atop the boutique 1924 Spanish mission-style Birchwood Hotel in downtown St. Petersburg, the roof-top Canopy offers high top tables or living room...
Opened in 2017, this trendy cocktail lounge shakes up handmade contemporary, as well as traditional craft cocktails in an atmosphere whose décor includes...
Once known as a sleepy little burg for retirees, the St Petersburg/Clearwater area has morphed into a surprisingly “hip” region with a vibrant nightlife with something for all ages. It’s no longer a place to go just for the soft beaches and beautiful sunsets.
No matter what you’re in the mood for you’ll probably find it with choices ranging from hole-in-the-way beach bars to sophisticated, swanky bars and clubs and romantic bistros. Whether you’re a resident or a visitor, you’ll have a lot to explore. After all, that’s part of the fun!
If you’re ready for a night out, you’ll find plenty of options in this area with choices ranging from laid-back beach bars, sophisticated restaurants, roof-top bistros and high-energy clubs.
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