Best Draft House -
Clear Sky Draught Haus
50 TAMPA BAY MAGAZINE
| MAY/JUNE 2016
Best Restaurant on the
Pinellas Trail - Café Alfresco
Their bistro menu of creative salads, soups and
sandwiches is enjoyed by bicyclists, rollerbladers
and joggers, as well as shoppers and visitors
strolling the streets of downtown Dunedin. They
also serve an eclectic selection of food late into the
evening. Brunch on Saturday and Sunday offers
specialties such as French Toast á la Ritz and Crab
Cakes Benedict. 344 Main Street, Dunedin,
(727) 736-4299
Best Art Classes –
Dunedin Fine Art Center
Designed to inspire both children and adults, the
studio art classes and workshops at this well-established
institution offers a variety of programming that includes
drawing, painting, pottery, calligraphy, jewelry, pastels
and other arts that are taught by experienced artists and
art educators. The Center emphasizes both the process and
production of art and promotes the perceptual and conceptual
development of students. 1143 Michigan Boulevard, Dunedin,
(727) 298-3322
Best Casual Cafe Dining -
Bobby’s Bistro & Wine Bar
An off-shoot of Bob Heilman’s Beachcomber restaurant next
door, this is a great spot to just kick back and relax. Their
covered alfresco seating makes this bistro an ideal place to
dine when you want to enjoy good food and wine in a casual
setting. 447 Mandalay Avenue, Clearwater Beach,
(727) 446-WINE (9463)
Best Spanish Restaurant -
Columbia Restaurants
There simply is no contest in this category. For over a century
the Gonzmart Family has created a virtual restaurant dynasty
with four generations dedicated to excellence. Their four
distinctly-different locations offer the very best Spanish
cuisine. The original Columbia is in Ybor City at 2117 E.
Seventh Avenue, Tampa, (813) 248-4961. They feature a live
flamenco dance show Monday thru Saturday. On Sand Key,
there is a Columbia at 1241 Gulf Boulevard, where guests
enjoy waterfront views of the Intracoastal Waterway,
(727) 596-8400. The Sarasota Columbia is at 411 St. Armands
Circle, (941) 388-3987. They also operate smaller restaurants
at Tampa International Airport and the Tampa Bay History
Center.
Best Dance Wear - Artsy Dancewear
The professional-grade footwear, dance wear and casual
athletic wear fashions available in this Palm Harbor familyowned
store appeal to even those who don’t dance. They
stock exercise outfits, stylish ice skating and gymnastic attire,
as well as a full line of shoes (expertly fitted) from ballet to
tap. 31806 U.S. Highway 19 North, Palm Harbor,
(727) 781-8030
Best Culinary Tasting - The Ryan Wells
Foundation’s “Evening With the Chefs”
This annual tasting fundraiser invites Pinellas County’s finest
chefs working with high school culinary students to deliver
signature appetizers, entrées and desserts. The Foundation
awards culinary scholarships and helps to support school
programs, including the “Ryan Wells Kitchen” at the Jacobson
Culinary Arts Academy in Tarpon Springs.
Best Funky Dining - Kelly’s For Just
About... Anything!
Greenwich Village meets Dunedin at this chic legendary
spot, where daily Eggs Benedict specials, muffins, waffles,
quiche and gourmet omelets are just a few of the breakfast
choices offered every day until 3 pm. At lunch, salads, wraps
and sandwiches are also available at this retro bistro, with
personable servers straight out of a “Friends” reunion. Their
outdoor patio seating is always comfortable, thanks to a huge
awning and strategically-placed fans. After 3 pm, the dinner
menu offers homemade dishes created with flair. 319 Main
Street, Dunedin, (727) 736-5284
Best Upscale Seafood Restaurant -
Mystic Fish Seafood Grill & Bar
This sophisticated Palm Harbor restaurant serves
exceptionally fine seafood. Their aquarium in the center of the
restaurant sets a relaxing tone that fits the overall ambience of
the stylish, yet nonchalant dining room. Chef/Owner Doug’s
Kona Seared Atlantic Salmon, Blackened Chilean Sea Bass and
South African Lobster Tails are just a few of the exceptional
entrées you will find. For light dining, a variety of small plates
are served as well. 3253 Tampa Road, Palm Harbor,
(727) 771-1800
Best Way to Look Good - LaPosh Salon
Like a breath of fresh air, this is the place to go when you want
to look your best. The talented professionals at LaPosh do
magical “make-overs” that will leave you feeling elated. 2566-
D North McMullen Booth Road, Clearwater, (727) 726-1600