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Jessi’s Restaurant,
8331 66th Street N., Pinellas Park, (727) 541-1200.
Second-generation owner Jason Sulisufay
continues his Albanian family’s legacy of 20
years featuring American and European madefrom
scratch classics as well as steak, chops and
fish. They serve bread, soups, salads, selected
desserts and breakfast (all-day), lunch and
dinner. They also serve mimosas, sangria, beer
and wine. Takeout available. Open seven days
a week from 6:30 AM-8PM. $$, CM, X,C,W.
Luna,
950 Lake Carillon Dr. (in the Hilton
St. Petersburg Carillon Park), St. Petersburg,
(727) 954-2140. Open daily from breakfast
thru dinner, this stylish restaurant is known
for its first-class food. They have a lunch
buffet with a daily theme and serve classic
gourmet fare. The stunning décor and
excellent service make Luna one of the area’s
best restaurants. They offer health conscious,
as well as traditional selections. Open
Mon-Thurs 6 AM-11 PM and Fri-Sat from
6 AM-12 AM. $$-$$$, X, W.
Neptune Grill,
5501 Shore Blvd. S., Gulfport, (727) 623-4823.
The Greek vibe here will make you a fan of
this casual restaurant whether you have a
gyro platter, stuffed grape leaves, Maryland
crab cakes or the Seafood Mediterranean
Pasta. You will love the authentic flavors that
the kitchen creates. Almond crusted fried
shrimp and fish and chips are favorites at this
restaurant that offers so many dining options.
Open Mon-Thurs 11 AM-9 PM, Fri-Sat
11 AM-10 PM, and Sun 11 AM-7:30 PM.
$$, RS (large parties), CM, E, D, X, C, 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 100-seat banquet room is
available for parties or special events.
Catering, weekend brunch and curb service
available. Romantic carriage rides Fri and Sat.
Valet parking. Open Sun 10 AM-10 PM,
Mon-Thurs 11 AM-10 PM, and Fri-Sat
11 AM-11 PM. $$$, RS, CM, X, C, W.
Salt Rock Grill,
19325 Gulf Blvd., Indian Shores,
(727) 593-7625. This beach landmark is
legendary, and it’s still on fire with a burning
passion for delectable food, enticing drinks
and pleasurable surroundings. For an
evening of fine dining, elegant atmosphere,
superior service and genuine hospitality, Salt
Rock Grill should be your destination. Open
Mon-Thurs 4 PM-10 PM, Fri-Sat 4 PM-11 PM,
Sun 12 PM-10 PM. $$$, RS, CM, X, C, W.
Sea Salt,
183 Second Ave. N., St. Petersburg,
(727) 873-7964. Located two blocks from
St. Pete’s waterfront, this stunningly
appointed restaurant boasts intimate dining
niches, alfresco seating, a lively bar scene
Catering • Healthy Lunch
Fine dining in the evening
Live music Friday
and Sat evening
Extensive selection of
fine Italian wines
The Most
Authentic Italian
Restaurant You
Will Encounter
NEW
LOCATION
est. 1997
WHERE TASTE
MEETS TRADITION
SINCE 1997
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and a 20-foot-tall glass-enclosed wine room
housing nearly 5,000 bottles. Influenced by
coastal Italian fare, they utilize the freshest,
highest quality ingredients with a focus on
seafood. Open daily from 11:30 AM-Closing.
$$, RS, CM, S, C, W.
Selene Fresh Fare and Bar,
4945 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach,
(727) 317-2064. You will feel like family at
this upscale restaurant and bar. Enjoy
excellent service and quality ingredients.
There is a wide selection of wine, craft
beer and craft cocktails at the beautiful
white marble bar. Try their famous salmon
Mediterranean-style, savory lamb chops
and whole grilled branzino. Open seven
days a week from 4 PM-11 PM.
Daily happy hour from 4 PM-7 PM.
$$$, RS, CM, E, X, C, W.
Skidder’s Restaurant,
5799 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach,
(727) 360-1029. Start your day here with a
breakfast of old school buttermilk pancakes
or French toast, then at dinner don’t miss
the rack of lamb or the seafood combo of
shrimp, scallops , salmon and grouper. They
are also known for their Chicken Margarita
with eggplant and their pizza. You won’t be
disappointed with anything on their giant
menu. Open daily 7 AM-11 PM including
holidays, with lunch specials such as salads,
wraps and Reubens from 11:30 AM-2:30 PM
Mon-Fri. $$, RS (on holidays), CM, X, C, W.
Slyce,
311 Gulf Blvd., Indian Rocks Beach,
(727) 408-5272; and 662 150th Ave., Madeira
Beach, (727) 308-7881. Offering stone-baked
artisan pizza in our signature, gluten-free and
whole wheat crusts. Additionally, our menu
includes an eclectic variety of appetizers,
salads, sandwiches, seasonal craft beers,
delicious cocktails and an excellent selection
of fine wines. Both locations include indoor
and outdoor dining, a full weekly lineup of
live music, Mon-Fri lunch specials and happy
hours along with Sunday brunch beginning
at 11 AM. Open Sun-Thurs 11 AM-10PM,
Fri-Sat 11 AM-11PM. $$, CM, E, V, X, W.
North Hillsborough
BurgerMonger,
10412 N. Dale Mabry Hwy., Tampa,
(813) 968-6860. Proudly founded in Tampa
Bay, at BurgerMonger they say, “We Build
a Better Burger.” Featuring 100 percent 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 ambience
is found in their five Tampa Bay area
locations. Open Sun-Thurs 11 AM-10 PM,
Fri-Sat 11 AM-11 PM. $-$$, CM, X, W.
Columbia Café,
801 Old Water Street, Tampa,
(813) 229-5511. The Tampa Bay History
Center has partnered with the famous
Columbia Restaurants in opening the first
South Pinellas continued
7201 66th St N, Pinellas Park
727.209.2695 dasesto.com
727-541-1200
8331 66th Street N., Pinellas Park, FL 33781
www.jessisrestaurant.com