DINING
out
South Pinellas continued
Gratzzi Italian Grille, 211 2nd St. S.,
St. Petersburg, (727) 623-9037. Native
Italians Dominic D’Angelo and Chef
Anthony Mangiafico’s passion for authentic
Italian cuisine shows in the deliciously
prepared, beautifully presented dishes they
serve in this well-appointed restaurant.
Known for its table side flamed “Bada
Bing,” they also have an extensive wine list,
a pizza bar and unexpected extras, such
as half-priced $100 or less bottles of wine
all day on Mondays. A private room and
catering are available. Open Mon-Wed
11 AM-10 PM, Thurs-Sat 11 AM-2 AM, Sun
4 PM-10 PM. $$, RS, X, C, W.
Guppy’s on the Beach Seafood Grill &
Bar, 1701 Gulf Blvd., Indian Rocks Beach,
(727) 593-2032. For those who enjoy beautiful
sunsets and scrumptious food, Guppy’s is
the place. Try their Upper Potato Crusted
Salmon, served in a pool of leek and garlic
sauce. For meat lovers, they serve tender
Prime filet mignon and New York strip
steaks, cooked to perfection. Solid wine
selection and full bar. Al fresco dining is
available on their protected patio. Guppy’s
is a sister restaurant of E&E Stakeout Grill
& Kokopelli’s Bar and Mystic Fish Seafood
Grill & Bar. Takeout is available.
Open Sun-Thur 11:30 AM-10:30 PM,
Fri-Sat 11:30 AM-11 PM. $$, CM, X, C, W.
Guy Harvey RumFish Grill,
6000 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach,
(727) 329-1428. You can eat, drink and shop
here, where a huge aquarium forms one wall
of the dining room at this new destination
restaurant. Built on the TV show Tanked, the
tank is home to 30 species of large native fish.
They serve breakfast, lunch and dinner indoors
and out. There are bars, entertainment and a
Guy Harvey Shop. Open daily 7 AM-2 AM
$$$, CM, E, X, W.
The Hangar Restaurant & Flight Lounge,
540 1st St. S.E., St. Petersburg, (Albert
Whitted Airport Terminal, 2nd floor
elevator provided), (727) 823-7767. Winner
of “Best Breakfast,” “Best Burger” and “Best
Jazz,” The Hangar has a full liquor bar
and a banquet room for up to 50 guests. It
is located directly on the airport runway,
across from the Mahaffey Theatre and the
Salvador Dalí Museum and features the
work of Chef Matt Smith. “Dog friendly”
outdoor seating and curb service are
available. Live music Wed-Sat from 6-9 PM.
Al Downing Jazz Jam performs on the first
Monday of each month. Fri-Sat helicopter
rides. Open daily from 8 AM-10 PM.
$ (breakfast), $$-$$$ (lunch & dinner),
E, D, X, W.
Jackie’s on Corey Bistro and Catering,
338 Corey Ave., St. Pete Beach,
(727) 320-6358. Come down Corey Avenue
and enjoy lunch, dinner, Sunday brunch
and the new Jackie’s Martuni Lounge. Dine
in or enjoy their dog-friendly outside dining
in an herb garden. A private dining room is
available for parties or special events. You’ll
enjoy yourself at this upscale, but casual,
restaurant with a unique and amazing chef.
A gluten-free menu is available, as well
as catering in-house or at any size venue.
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