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Expert Tips for St. Petersburg / Clearwater Restaurants

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    The Reading Room: "Reservations are only held for 15 minutes so it's important to be prompt."

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    Brick & Mortar: "Be sure to call ahead on weekends as seating is limited."

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    Harry's Beach Bar: "Go at sunset to catch one of Mother Nature's most impressive displays."

 
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Best St. Petersburg / Clearwater, FL Restaurants

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    BellaBrava

    If burgers with a Tuscan twist, savory antipasti, pizzas and pasta - combined with a view of Tampa Bay appeal to you, then you've come to the right place....

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    Brick & Mortar

    The brainchild of former full-time caterers Hope Montgomery and Jason Ruhe, Brick & Mortar burst onto the St Petersburg foodie scene in 2015 with a...

    Photo courtesy of Brick & Mortar
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    Sea Salt St. Pete

    Situated in downtown St Petersburg's trendy Sundial Shopping Center, Sea Salt St. Pete has been showcasing a sophisticated vibe along with tasty cuisine...

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    Noble Crust

    Indoor, outdoor dining and an open kitchen situated in a stylish, contemporary setting make Noble Crust a must-visit along your restaurant quest. Known for...

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    Birch & Vine, The Birchwood

    Tucked into the 1920's Birchwood Hotel – listed in the National Registry of Historic Places – the award-winning Birch & Vine is known as one of the...

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    The Reading Room

    What was once a Christian Science Reading Room has morphed into one of the most popular restaurants in the area. An on-site garden from which fresh veggies...

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    Cafe Ponte

    Showcasing contemporary American cuisine peppered with Italian, French and Asian touches, Café Ponte is a trendy, New York-style café with high Zagat...

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    Il Ritorno

    Conveniently located in downtown St Petersburg just steps from some of the city's stellar attractions, Il Ritorno has been offering discerning foodies a new...

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    Carreta on the Gulf

    Located on Clearwater Beach, Caretta on the Gulf is Sandpearl Resort's AAA four-diamond restaurant. Perched above the beach, this elegant eatery offers...

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    Pia's Trattoria

    Set in an Italian-village-like ambiance in charming Gulfport, Pia's lends new meaning to Old World charm meets la dolce vita. Freshly made salads, delicious...

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About St. Petersburg / Clearwater, FL Restaurants

Specializing in the freshest seafood on the coast, restaurants in the St. Petersburg/Clearwater area are some of the best in the region. 

Located along Beach Drive in laid back downtown St. Petersburg, Birch & Vine offers globally inspired fine dining dishes crafted by Chef Jason Cline.

Another must-visit locale in the St. Pete dining scene, Chef Zack's Z Grille is an eclectic eatery with lots of personality and the best deviled eggs you've ever had. 

Reviving a community tavern style atmosphere, Urban Brew and BBQ features impressive rotating selection of craft beer and slow-cooked pork, chicken and brisket. 

The sunset views will take your breath away at Caretta on the Gulf in Clearwater Beach – and so will the food. 

Not just a sleepy beach town anymore, the foodie scenes in both St. Pete and Clearwater are morphing into an impressive list of must-visit eateries. 

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