DINING
out
Luna, 950 Lake Carillon Dr. (in the Hilton
St. Petersburg Carillon Park), St. Petersburg,
(727) 954-2140. Open daily from breakfast
thru dinner, this stylish restaurant is
known for its first-class food. They have a
lunch buffet with a daily theme and serve
classic gourmet fare. With stunning décor and
excellent service, they offer health conscious,
as well as traditional, selections.
Open daily 6 AM-10 PM. $$-$$$, X, W.
Parkshore Grill, 300 Beach Drive, N.E.,
St. Petersburg, (727) 896-3463. Enjoy
an afternoon or evening at this chic St.
Petersburg restaurant that serves an
inspired menu created by Chef Tyson
Grant. They serve fine food, wine and
spirits in a beautiful park-like setting. Enjoy
both indoor or “dog-friendly” outdoor
dining. Their new 100-seat banquet room is
now available for parties or special events.
Catering, weekend brunch and curb service
available. Romantic carriage rides Fri and
Sat. Valet parking. Open Sun-Thurs 11
AM-10 PM, Fri-Sat 11 AM-11 PM. $$$, RS,
CM, X, C, W.
The Pub Waterfront Restaurant,
26025 Gulf Blvd., Indian Shores, (727)
595-3172. Their three outdoor decks, a
large air-conditioned dining room, tiki bar
and lounge all overlook the Intracoastal
Waterway. Voted “Best Place to Dock and
Dine” for eight years in a row with over 40
boat slips, it is open for lunch and dinner
daily. It offers fresh seafood, salads and
steaks, as well as burgers, filets, fish tacos
and lobster under the direction of Chef
Mike Knoebel. Enjoy an a la carte breakfast
on Saturday 8 AM-11 AM, as well as a
Sunday breakfast buffet from 8 AM-1
PM. There is a full-liquor bar. For over 50
years, the Pub has been serving locals and
tourists alike as a fun place for individuals
or large family gatherings. Island Marine
boat rentals now offered. Open Mon-Fri 11
AM-10 PM, Sat-Sun 8 AM-10 PM. $$, CM,
E, D, X, W.
Ricky P’s Orleans Bistro,
1113 Central Ave., St. Petersburg,
(727) 821-4061. For those who love “The
Big Easy,” Ricky P’s is the place to go for
great Creole and Cajun tastes that made
New Orleans famous. Red Beans and Rice,
Shrimp Remoulade, Cajun Corn and Crab
Bisque, Oysters Bienville and other favorites
are authentic and delicious. Catering
available on and off site. Private dining
space available. Open Mon-Thurs 11 AM-9
PM, Fri-Sat 11 AM-10 PM, Sunday Brunch
from 11 AM-3 PM. $$, E, D, X, C, W.
Salt Rock Grill, 19325 Gulf Blvd., Indian
Shores, (727) 593-7625. This beach landmark
is legendary, and it’s still on fire with a
burning passion for delectable food, enticing
drinks and pleasurable surroundings. For an
evening of fine dining, elegant atmosphere,
superior service and genuine hospitality,
Salt Rock Grill should be your destination.
Open Mon-Thurs 4 PM-10 PM,
Fri-Sat 4 PM-11 PM, Sun 12 PM-10 PM.
$$$, RS, CM, X, C, W.
Spoto’s Grill 131, 13079 Park Blvd.,
Seminole, (727) 393-1703. Bob Spoto’s
sophisticated dining concept features
creative meals and cocktails in a
contemporary décor. The quality steaks,
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