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Taste Your Way Through Italy at Italian Touch

The thoughtfully arranged antipasto salad

One of the most important lessons that I learned from the great Anthony Bourdain was that a restaurant does not have to mimic establishments like Alinea or Le Bernadin to be considered noteworthy. In fact, the less frill, the more Bourdain tended to enjoy a place. Extraordinary food, genuine service, idyllic ambiance and enjoyable company […]

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Mangosteen Rolls Into Town with an Eclectic New Menu

Mangosteen Volcano Roll

Mangosteen rolled onto the St Pete restaurant scene in early November 2021 with it’s trendy, hip vibe and eclectic asian inspired menu which features yakitori, tapas, tacos, sushi, stir-fry and very creative tropical cocktail concoctions. It is located in the space formerly occupied by The Brass Bowl. Unlike its predecessor, Mangosteen offers a full service […]

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Coconut Charlie’s Grill Delivers an Elevated Beach Dining Experience

Coconut Charlie's Grill Entrees

Coconut Charlie’s Grill is a coastal dining spot on St. Pete Beach with an approachable menu of amazing dishes and cocktails. It hits a magical sweet spot if you love a come as you are beach restaurant. If you know me, you know I’m big on recommendations and love sending my friends, family and even […]

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A Mano Italian Ristorante Brings the 315 to the 727

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Update September 2023: This space is revamping to a new concept and is no longer upstate NY Italian. Upstate NY Italian Food Arrives in St. Pete – Mangia! Mangia! There’s lots of Italian restaurants in St. Petersburg, Florida. LOTS. The last two restaurant reviews we’ve published here have been Italian restaurants. (Make that three now.) […]

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Tuttorosso: A St. Pete Beach Treasure for Casual Italian Dishes and Pizzas

Tuttorosso Gamberoni Scampi

Once the aroma of hand tossed pizzas and pasta hits you, you’ll understand why Tuttorosso on St. Pete Beach is the go-to casual Italian restaurant and pizzeria that everyone raves about. Tuttorosso is family owned with a comforting menu packed with Italian classics like pizzas, calzones, pasta, salads, desserts and more, like a lot more, […]

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At Jay Luigi “We Trust the Crust”

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If you know me, which most of you likely don’t, you know I am a huge fan of Ciccio Restaurant Group (CRG). I’m a regular at Fresh Kitchen, Taco Dirty and Better Byrd (if you ever need to know the perfect meal to order from any of them, just ask me). And this is only […]

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Eat Like Locals at Siri’s Gourmet Burgers & Pizza in Gulfport FL

Siri's Gourmet Burgers & Pizza Italian Margherita Pizza

If you’re looking for a casual and delicious meal, there’s a pizza or patty waiting for you at Siri’s Gourmet Burgers & Pizza in Gulfport. The exterior looks just like what you’d expect in Gulfport, a cute and colorful spot with umbrella seating and picnic tables. This is a quaint place to grab a comforting […]

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Sōl /a st pete bistrō/ Serves Up Healthy Farm to Table Comfort Food

Another shot of the nibble board

Organic, wild caught, locally sourced, pasture raised and progressive. What do all of these terms have in common? What about scratch-made, healing, gluten free and refined sugar free? Not only are they health centered buzz words heard with a lot more frequency in today’s dining scene, but they’re also the norm, as far as the […]

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Czech it Out! The Good Times Continental Restaurant in Tierra Verde

The Good Times Roast Duck

There’s a hidden gem that’s been serving continental cuisine for the past 40 years in Tierra Verde that you must check out for a warming mix of hearty comfort food and divine European flavors. The Good Times Continental has a menu filled with classic Czech dishes like roast duck, schnitzel and sauerkraut not to mention […]

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Enjoy Amped Up Diner Classics the Vegan Way at Freya’s

An array of incredible vegan offerings from Freya's Diner

Vegan dining establishments are emerging like wildflowers here in St. Petersburg, Florida it seems. Freya’s Diner, the savory sister location of the popular Valhalla Bakery, has bloomed in the Grand Central District on the corner of Central Avenue and 25th St. If you’re familiar, it’s actually connected to Valhalla Bakery with access to both locations […]

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Go Coco-Nuts For Coconut Charlie’s Beach Bar on St. Pete Beach

Coconut Charlie's Beach Bar Boom Boom Shrimp Tacos

Gulp down boozy tropical drinks and enjoy fresh seafood all while catching the sunset at Coconut Charlie’s Beach Bar on St. Pete Beach. With live music daily and an impressively tasty food and drink menu, you’ll never want to leave. Coconut Charlie’s Beach Bar evokes the tropics with stunning beach views and rum packed drinks. […]

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Dirty Laundry is a Cafe by Day and Lively Havana Speakeasy by Night

Dirty Laundry Cuban Sandwich

Have you heard about the new speakeasy in St. Pete? It was on the down low for a while but through Instagram and word of mouth, many locals have been spreading the buzz about Dirty Laundry. Owner Stephen Schrutt, who is also the mastermind behind No Vacancy, Park & Rec, The Avenue and Ballpark & […]

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Tap Into Some Tasty Treats and Ales at Category 36 Taphouse & Kitchen

Category 36 Classic Italian Stromboli

Beer and pizza lovers will want to visit Category 36 Taphouse & Kitchen on St. Pete Beach right away. The craft beer list and menu will have your mouths watering as soon as you see it. There are 36 beers on tap with some familiar brews from 3 Daughters, Cigar City and Green Bench Brewing […]

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Love Food Central: Where Irresistible Eats are Vegan & Gluten Free

G-Smash lettuce wraps, Awesome Burger, Jackfruit Special & the Buffalo Tempeh Sandwich

Vegan dining establishments are popping up in higher volumes all across the United States due to an uptick in those who are interested in or live a vegan lifestyle. For some, the mention of a vegan restaurant may make them roll them their eyes as most perceive a vegan diet to be comprised of lots […]

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Bite Into Your New Favorite Sandwich at Gateway Subs

Gateway Subs Spice Mélange with Chips

Gateway Subs is a new sandwich shop that takes the sandwich game to levels far beyond a typical pub sub. Think incredibly fresh meat and savory sauces created and served by the nicest guys in town. You’ll find this casual spot tucked away on 3rd Ave N and 31st St N where Georgie’s Alibi used […]

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