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out DINING out T A M P A B A Y M A G A Z I N E ’ S R E S T A U R A N T G U I D E Planning on dining out? We recommend that you try one of these fabulous restaurants. We have tried them all and find them to be the best places to dine in the Tampa Bay area. Our restaurant reviews are grouped according to location. Pinellas County’s North/South dividing line is Ulmerton Road. Hillsborough County’s North/South dividing line is Kennedy Boulevard. This Rumba salad with salmon is one of the most popular dishes MARCH/APRIL 2017 | TAMPA BAY MAGAZINE 173 DINING out DINING out KEY TO SYMBOLS $ Inexpensive $$ Moderate $$$ Expensive RS Reservations Suggested CM Children’s Menu Available E Entertainment D Dancing V Visa MC MasterCard X All Major Credit Cards C Catering Available W Wheelchair Accessible �� Bobby’s Bistro & Wine Bar, 447 Mandalay Ave., Clearwater Beach, (727) 446-WINE (9463). This true American Bistro, from the owners of Bob Heilman’s Beachcomber Restaurant, serves USDA Prime Beef, fresh seafood and pasta, all creatively prepared with flair and style in this lively and fun atmosphere. This is intimate dining that has covered alfresco seating. Try their daily pizzas or mealsatisfying salads. In addition to an awardwinning wine list, they serve generous cocktails. Open nightly from 5 PM. $$-$$$, RS, E, X, D, C, W. North Pinellas Alfano’s Restaurant & Splendido Lounge, 1702 Clearwater Largo Rd., Clearwater, (727) 584-2125. Chefs Frank and Linda Alfano are celebrating 32 years as one of the area’s finest dining establishments. Their classic Italian cuisine is complemented by the atmosphere of an oldworld palazzo, an awardwinning wine list, and a full bar. There is jazz on Wednesday nights and a piano on the weekends in their Splendido Lounge. Open for lunch Mon- Fri 11:30 AM-2:30 PM; dinner Mon-Sat from 5 PM. $-$$, RS, E, X, C, W. Bascom’s Chop House, 3665 Ulmerton Rd., Clearwater, (727) 573-3363. Voted “Best Steakhouse,” Bascom’s serves Certified Angus beef, aged “in house” a minimum of 28 days, slow-roasted prime rib and a variety of fresh seafood in large portions. They have seven dining rooms for all your parties, large or small, up to 200 guests. The lounge offers a full selection of liquors and fine wines, as well as the full menu. Off-site catering is available. Open for lunch Mon- Fri 11:30 AM-2:30 PM; dinner Mon-Sat 5 PM-10 PM, Sun 4 PM-9 PM. In addition to regular dining hours, lounge open Mon-Fri 2:30 PM-5 PM. $$$, RS, X, C, W. Bob Heilman’s Beachcomber Restaurant, 447 Mandalay Ave., Clearwater Beach, (727) 442-4144. Serving classic American cuisine since 1948, their signature dishes include the finest cuts of USDA Prime Beef, as well as daily seafood specials that are the catch of the day, thus ensuring their freshness. Try their Backto the-Farm Chicken, homemade soups, sauces, breads and desserts. You’ll enjoy the award-winning wine list, generous cocktails and their pianist. Open daily for lunch 11:30 AM-4 PM; dinner from 4 PM. $$-$$$, RS, E, X, D, C, W. Bon Appétit Restaurant, 148 Marina Plaza (at the Dunedin Marina), Dunedin, (727) 733-2151. Restaurant critics have praised their cuisine since the 1970s. This is a great waterfront restaurant, where you can enjoy Intracoastal and Gulf views while dining in a relaxed atmosphere inside or alfresco at their Terrace Café. Their upstairs Sunset Rooms accommodate up to 200 for weddings, corporate and special events. Open daily for breakfast 6:30 AM-9:30 AM; lunch 11:30 AM-4 PM; dinner Sun-Thurs 4 PM-9 PM., Fri-Sat 4 PM-10 PM. $-$$$, RS, X, W. BurgerMonger, 2454 McMullen Booth Rd., Safety Harbor, (727) 726-4001. Proudly founded in Tampa Bay, at BurgerMonger they say, “We Build a Better Burger.” Featuring 100% pure Japanese-bred Akaushi Beef, BurgerMonger sources the finest and healthiest ingredients in the world. Their naturally satisfying menu includes burgers, hot dogs, chicken, salads, beer and wine. Incomparable food; warm, friendly service; and comfortable ambiance is found in their six Tampa Bay area locations. Open Sun-Thurs 11 AM-10 PM, Fri-Sat 11 AM-11 PM. $-$$, CM, X, W. Café Alfresco, 344 Main St., downtown Dunedin, (727) 736-4299. This breezy, casual café next to the Pinellas Trail offers indoor or outdoor dining with spiffy maple and brass whimsy. Their menu is mostly West Coast bistro, Lite Bites, beautiful salads, pastas, soups, Creole items, sandwiches and burgers. Enjoy a cappuccino with delicious European tortes, pastries, cakes and ice cream. Open for lunch and dinner Mon-Thurs 11 AM-9 PM, Fri 11 AM-10 PM, Sat 10 AM-10 PM, Sun 10 AM-9 PM; brunch Sat & Sun 10 AM-2 PM. $-$$, CM, X, W. at Rumba restaurants in both Clearwater and Oldsmar.


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