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(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.
The Lure,
661 Central Ave. N., St. Petersburg,
(727) 914-8000. Amid the art of Central
Avenue, this laid-back restaurant caters to
your needs and wants from sushi, tapas and
cocktails to tacos and flatbreads. Play a game
of pool or just hang out with friends as you
enjoy inspired offerings from the kitchen and
bar. Open Mon-Thurs 11 AM-11 PM; Fri-Sat
11 AM-12 AM; Sun 11 AM-10 PM.
$$, RS, CM, X, C, W.
Parkshore Grill,
300 Beach Drive, N.E., St. Petersburg,
(727) 896-3463. Enjoy an afternoon or evening
at this chic St. Petersburg restaurant that
serves an inspired menu created by Chef
Tyson Grant. They serve fine food, wine
and spirits in a beautiful park-like setting.
Enjoy both indoor or “dog-friendly” outdoor
dining. Their 100-seat banquet room is
available for parties or special events.
Catering, weekend brunch and curb service
available. Romantic carriage rides Fri and Sat.
Valet parking. Open Sun 10 AM-10 PM,
Mon-Thurs 11 AM-10 PM, and Fri-Sat
11 AM-11 PM. $$$, 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. $$$, RS, CM, X, C, W.
Sea Salt,
183 Second Ave. N., St. Petersburg,
(727) 873-7964. Located two blocks from
St. Pete’s waterfront, this stunningly
appointed restaurant boasts intimate dining
niches, alfresco seating, a lively bar scene
and a 20-foot-tall glass-enclosed wine room
housing nearly 5,000 bottles. Influenced by
coastal Italian fare, they utilize the freshest,
highest quality ingredients with a focus on
seafood. Open daily from 11:30 AM-Closing.
$$, RS, CM, S, C, W.
Vintage Small Bites & Wine Lounge,
2914 Beach Blvd. S., Gulfport, (727) 289-5523.
This cozy spot owes its success to enticing daily
specials featuring up to the minute market
fresh and local ingredients. The menu focuses on
seasonal and health conscious plates; however
decadence abounds in mouth watering
delights such as the Lobster Brie Muffuletta
Melt and Spiced Chocolate Avocado Mousse.
There are gluten free and vegetarian/vegan
options. Open Mon 4PM-11 PM; Tues
11 AM-3 PM and 5 PM-11 PM; Wed-Thurs
4 PM-11 PM; Fri 4 PM-12 AM; Sat 2 PM-12 AM;
Sun 2 P M-10 PM. $$, E, X, C, W.
NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2018 | TAMPA BAY MAGAZINE 181
and 4399 Gulf Blvd, St. Pete Beach,
(727) 363-3344. Since 1967, these familyowned
Italian trattorias have become
legendary for their award-winning pizza,
traditional pasta entrées and flame-grilled
steaks. A selective wine list enhances your
dining experience. A gluten-free menu,
special event rooms, off-site catering and
delivery are available at all locations. The
4th St. N. location in St. Petersburg is open
for lunch from 11 AM Tues-Fri, and all
locations open daily for dinner from 4 PM.
$$-$$$, CM, X, C, W.
Gratzzi Italian Grille,
211 2nd St. S., St. Petersburg, (727) 623-9037.
Native Italians Dominic D’Angelo and Chef
Anthony Mangiafico’s passion for authentic
Italian cuisine shows in the deliciously
prepared, beautifully presented dishes they
serve in this well-appointed restaurant.
Known for its table side flamed “Bada Bing,”
they also have an extensive wine list, a pizza
bar and unexpected extras, such as halfpriced
$100 or less bottles of wine all day on
Mondays. A private room and catering are
available. Open Mon-Thurs 11 AM-10 PM,
Fri-Sat 11 AM-11 PM, Sun 4 PM-10 PM.
$$, 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.
Alfresco 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-Thurs 11:30 AM-10 PM, Fri-Sat
11:30 AM-10:30 PM. $$, CM, X, C, W.
The Hangar Restaurant & Flight Lounge,
540 1st St. S.E., St. Petersburg,
(Albert Whitted Airport Terminal, 2nd floor,
elevator provided), (727) 823-7767. Winner of
“Best Breakfast,” “Best Burger” and “Best Jazz,”
The Hangar has a full liquor bar and a banquet
room for up to 50 guests. It is located directly on
the airport runway, across from the Mahaffey
Theater and the Salvador Dalí Museum and
features the work of Chef Matt Smith. “Dog
friendly” outdoor seating and curb service are
available. Live music Wed-Sat from 6-9 PM. Al
Downing Jazz Jam performs every Monday
of each month. Fri-Sat helicopter rides. Open
daily from 8 AM-10 PM. $ (breakfast), $$-$$$
(lunch & dinner), E, D, X, W.
Jessi’s Restaurant,
8331 66th Street N., Pinellas Park, (727) 541-1200.
Second-generation owner Jason Sulisufay
continues his Albanian family’s legacy of 20
years featuring American and European madefrom
scratch classics as well as steak, chops and
fish. They serve bread, soups, salads, selected
desserts and breakfast (all-day), lunch and
dinner. They also serve mimosas, sangria, beer
and wine. Takeout available. Open seven days
a week from 6:30 AM-8PM. $$, CM, X,C,W.
Luna,
950 Lake Carillon Dr. (in the Hilton
St. Petersburg Carillon Park), St. Petersburg,
2475 N. McMullen Booth Rd.Clearwater
727.791.6640 OceanBlueSushi.com