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New Chef and New Menu Takes Sea Salt to New Heights

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Sea Salt St. Pete’s New Chef Margaret LaVetty’s Enthusiasm Shines in Her Personality and the Food

If you’re unfamiliar with Sea Salt, the restaurant is the baby of Chef Fabrizio Aielli and his wife, Ingrid Aielli. Opening in 2015 in the Sundial shopping complex in downtown St. Pete, it is a fine-dining restaurant, featuring an 80-foot long raw bar, 20-foot-tall … Continue Reading

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Hookin’ Ain’t Easy Is Making Waves in the Seafood Scene in St. Pete

Hookin’ Ain’t Easy definitely deserves your attention while they’re making spectacular waves in the seafood scene in St. Pete. The cafe is the perfect spot for a laid back and delightful seafood meal while soaking up the sun and live music. Or, visit their market for an array of fresh seafood from grouper, shrimp, octopus, and so much more, seriously … Continue Reading

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Cori’s Seafood Grill: More than just a Meal

The incredible Lobster Roll and fries on the side

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There are definitely certain things that drive me to specifically make my way to Gulfport. Like the lasagna at Pia’s, for example. Now, with Cori’s Seafood Grill situated comfortably on 49th St. and 15th Ave S, I can add seafood to that list too. Cori’s Seafood Grill isn’t just any restaurant – oh no, Cori’s is … Continue Reading

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Shrimpys Blues Bistro – A Hidden Treasure on St Pete Beach

Shrimpys NOLA BBQ Shrimp - Langostino Shrimp sauteed in butter, roasted garlic, white and black pepper

We had heard rave reviews for years about Shrimpys Blues Bistro but just never made it out there. I wish we hadn’t waited so long because the raves are definitely warranted. Owner, Richard Briggs, invited us in to taste some food off their menu a few weeks back. We were so impressed with the food that we changed our minds … Continue Reading

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Sail On Into Sea Worthy Fish + Bar For Some of the Freshest Eats Around

Sea Worthy Dishes

What better place to enjoy seafood focused dishes than right by the water itself? Sea Worthy Fish + Bar in Tierra Verde is a phenomenal restaurant serving an array of seafood dishes, unique specials, refreshing cocktails and more. Did I mention the bread pudding is life-changing? You need, yes need, to order it. You can thank me later. 🙂

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Rum, Shrimp, and Amazing Views at Doc Ford’s Rum Bar and Grille

The St. Pete Pier is a grand attraction for many reasons like the exceptional views of the city, family-friendly activities, and of course, the restaurant scene. Doc Ford’s Rum Bar and Grille at the St. Pete Pier is a great restaurant to stop in for boozy cocktails, mouthwatering apps, fresh seafood entrees, and more.

Although it may seem slightly touristy, … Continue Reading

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Teak at The New St Pete Pier Sets Sail For Greatness

Crab Cake - potato crusted lump crab, Big Easy style corn, seaweed tuile and celery salad

Today, Monday July 6th, Teak restaurant at the new St Pete Pier will open its doors to the public when the pier officially opens at 5pm. You need a ticket to go to the pier itself, but a reservation at one of the new restaurants also counts as a ticket in.

We were excited to be invited to one of … Continue Reading

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The Big Catch Shines With a Fresh New Menu on the Line

Grilled Octopus

The Big Catch at Salt Creek has been working on an exciting new menu since bringing on new Executive Chef and GM, Jason Gordon, formerly of Brass Bowl Kitchen & Juicery, in mid-February. Chef Jason is known for fresh, colorful, very creative and, of course, delicious food.

The pandemic brought a lot of things to a screeching halt just after … Continue Reading

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Alto Mare Fish Bar To Open With a Splash On Beach Drive

Mazzaro’s owners, Kurt and Mary Cuccaro, are set to open a new restaurant named Alto Mare Fish Bar, mid-November/early December right next door to Annata. (Alto Mare means deep sea in Italian.) It will be located where the Hooker Tea Co. used to be. The restaurant is a seafood concept with a Hamptons seaside coastal airy feel featuring outdoor seating … Continue Reading

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