DINING out �� NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2016 | TAMPA BAY MAGAZINE 181 Terrace Cafe at Bon Appétit, 148 Marina Plaza, Dunedin Marina, Dunedin, (727) 733-2151. Enjoy casual, alfresco waterfront dining at one of the area’s finest restaurants. Watch the boats, dolphins and pelicans while you order from the Bon Appétit dining room menu’s selection of salads and entrées, including specialties such as Dover sole and rack of lamb. Open daily for lunch and dinner Sun-Thurs 12 PM-9 PM, Fri-Sat 12 PM-10 PM and brunch Sun 12 PM-4 PM, weather permitting. $-$$, RS, X, W. Thai Spice Restaurant, 2475 McMullen Booth Rd. #B (at SW corner of McMullen Booth and Enterprise Rds.), Clearwater, (727) 791-7050. New owner Pannee Farooque serves fresh, healthy, authentic Thai cuisine, as well as Thai food with an American flair. Her chef creates dishes to order that can be flavored mild, medium or spicy to suit your taste. The ambience is trendy, and the service is hospitable. Dine in, take out or arrange for delivery. Open for lunch Mon-Fri 11:30 AM-3 PM; dinner Mon-Sat 5 PM-10 PM, Sun 5 PM-9 PM. $$, CM, V, MC, W. Wildflower Café, 1465 S. Ft. Harrison Ave, Ste. 105, Clearwater, (727) 447-4497. Having gained a reputation for excellence over many years, this delightful café is known for its unique and tasty offerings, such as a Vegetarian Tomato Basil Bisque; The Vermonter salad of greens and spinach with white cheddar, bacon, cherries, pecans and Fuji apples; and breakfast specials such as Baked French Toast. It is a gourmet’s fantasy, as is their Marketplace next door. Open Mon-Sat 8 AM-2:30 PM, Sun Brunch 9 AM-2 PM. Market Hours Mon-Sat 10 AM- 4 PM. $-$$, X, C. South Pinellas 400 Beach Seafood & Tap House, 400 Beach Drive N.E., St. Petersburg, (727) 896-2400. Under the direction of Chef Ana Davis, they are open daily for lunch and dinner with a Sunday Brunch Buffet from 10 AM-3 PM (regular lunch menu available as well). Voted a “Top 20 Restaurant,” they offer 24 beers on tap, a great wine selection, award-winning lobster rolls, oysters, as well as fish tacos by day and fresh fish and steaks by night. They have “dog friendly” sidewalk dining or beautiful indoor seating with private party, meeting rooms and curb service available. Romantic carriage rides Fri-Sat. Valet parking. Open Mon-Sat 11 AM-11 PM, Sun 10 AM-10 PM. $$-$$$, RS, CM, X, W. Aqua Prime, 213 Gulf Blvd., Indian Rocks Beach, (727) 330-7724. This stylish restaurant with its tree-shaded outdoor patio, serves fresh seafood and steaks with a flair. Its two bars serve excellent drinks, and there is a good wine selection. Their excellent service and relaxed, but upscale, dining have made this one of the most popular beach restaurants. Open daily at noon. Full menu throughout the day featuring lunch, bar menu, happy hour and dinner. Music Wed-Sat 6-9 PM. Event spaces available for up to 70 guests. $$-$$$, RS, CM, X, C, W. BurgerMonger, 1325 4th St., N., St. Petersburg, (727) 592-4206. Proudly founded in Tampa Bay, at BurgerMonger they say, “We Build a Better Burger.” Featuring 100% pure Japanese-bred Akaushi Beef, BurgerMonger sources the finest and healthiest ingredients in the world. Their naturally satisfying menu includes burgers, hot dogs, chicken, salads, beer and wine. Incomparable food; warm, friendly service; and comfortable ambiance is found in their six Tampa Bay area locations. Open Sun-Thurs 11 AM-10 PM, Fri-Sat 11 AM-11 PM. $-$$, CM, X, W. Cafe Gala, One Dalí Blvd. (in the Salvador Dalí Museum), St. Petersburg, (727) 623-4725. This Spanish-styled cafe within the museum is open to the public, as admission to the Dalí is not required. Start with their Gazpacho Soup; then enjoy one of their salads, sandwiches or tapas dishes; and finish with Crèma Catalana or Tiramisu de Chocolat. You’ll enjoy this charming spot that features the daily creations of Chef Chuck Bandel. Open Mon-Wed 10 AM-5 PM, Thurs 10 AM-8 PM, Fri-Sat 10 AM- 5:30 PM, Sun 12 PM-5:30 PM. $, X, C, W. Carmelita’s Mexican Grill and Cantina, 5211 Park St. N., St. Petersburg, (727) 545-2956. This is Vince and Carmen Lopez’s original location where they have served fresh traditional Mexican food for 33 years. The friendly and casual atmosphere makes locals & tourists feel at home. From their popular Del Rey Burrito, creamy Chicken Enchiladas to their daily prepared Poblano Chiles Relleños, you will see why Carmelita’s is the place to go. Live Mariachi music Thurs & Sat nights. Open Sun-Thurs 11 AM-9 PM, Fri-Sat 11 AM-10 PM. $$, E, X, C, W. Da Sesto Italiano Ristorante e Vino, 7199 66th St. N., Pinellas Park, (727) 209-2695. Voted as the Readers’ Choice award winner for “Best Authentic Italian Restaurant” from the Tampa Bay Newspapers. Owner/Chef Sesto Ramadori combines fresh pasta with authentic Italian recipes to make this one of the area’s most popular Italian trattorias. Original dishes, such as Pollo a la Sesto, Lobster Lorenzo, and their clams and mussels with white or red sauce are terrific at this authentic Italian venue. There is live music on weekends, and they cater for all occasions. Open Tues-Thurs 11 AM-9 PM, Fri 11 AM-10 PM, and Sat 4 PM-10 PM. Sundays are available for private parties. $$-$$$, E, X, C, W. Gigi’s Italian Restaurants, 5901 4th St. N., St. Petersburg, (727) 526-2400; 105 107th Ave., Treasure Island, (727) 360-6905; and 4399 Gulf Blvd, St. Pete Beach, (727) 363-3344. Since 1967, these familyowned Italian trattorias have become legendary for their award-winning pizza, traditional pasta entrées and flame-grilled steaks. A selective wine list enhances your dining experience. A gluten-free menu, special event rooms, off-site catering and delivery are available at all locations. The 4th St. N. location in St. Petersburg, which is now open for lunch at 11:30 AM Tues-Fri, has outdoor dining plus a new fire pit, as well as half-price wine on Wednesday. All locations open daily from 4 PM. $$-$$$, CM, X, C, W.
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