Best Dry Cleaners –– Dunedin’s Dry Cleaner
This owner-operated business does more than just dry clean
clothes. They are experts at stain removal, tailoring, alteration
services, cleaning and preservation of wedding gowns. In
addition, they can assist you with an array of other cleaning
needs. They take the utmost care with your items. 304 Monroe
St., Dunedin, (727) 240-0279.
Best Elegant Italian Cuisine
–– Gratzzi Italian Grille
Start with Calamari Fritti or escargot in a tomato cream sauce
and move on to Cavatelli Bada Bing pasta. Whatever you
order, they will prepare it with fresh ingredients that will
tickle your taste buds. Their careful attention to detail makes
Gratzzi a special dining experience. 211 Second St. S., St.
Petersburg, (727) 623-9037.
Best Exterminator
–– Brantley Termite and Pest Control
Since 1978, Brantley Termite has been eliminating unwanted
bugs and pests at commercial and residential properties
and lawns in the Tampa Bay area. They are reliable and
dependable. 2664 Enterprise Road, Clearwater, (727) 799-4701.
Best Family-Style Italian Dining
–– Forlini’s Restaurant
The Forlini family has been serving Italian cuisine to their
loyal clientele since 1981. In addition to Italian staples, their
menu has fresh seafood, steaks and chops, homemade pastas
and signature dishes. Enjoy the more than 650 wine selections,
knowing that more than 8,000 bottles are kept in their
temperature-controlled wine room. 435 Mandalay Ave. N.,
Clearwater Beach, (727) 441-1111.
Best Fusion Cuisine
–– Pisces Sushi & Global Bistro
This bistro combines the best of cuisines from around the
world and their creative rolls are amazing. Every meal is a joy.
799 Highland Ave., Dunedin, (727) 216-6764.
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Best Fine Contemporary Cuisine
–– Parkshore Grill
Chef Tyson Grant takes contemporary American cuisine to
new levels. His beef Wellington and the Pan Fried Grouper
Cakes are fine examples of his signature style. Owner Steve
Westphal has created a sophisticated establishment with both
indoor and outdoor seating, valet parking and a full bar. 300
Beach Drive N.E., St. Petersburg, (727) 896-WINE (9463).
Best Hamburgers –– BurgerMonger
Thanks to a choice of more than 40 fresh, gourmet and unique
toppings, having a burger your way couldn’t be easier. But
the real secret to the popularity of this local chain with five
locations is that they use only top-quality Japanese Akaushi
beef to set them apart from the others. From freshly cut French
fries to Häagen-Dazs ice cream milkshakes, Jake Hickton and
his energetic team have set a new standard for hamburgers
and salads. 2454 N. McMullen Booth Road, Clearwater,
(727) 726-4001; 10412 N. Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa,
(813) 968-6860; 1656 Bruce B. Downs Blvd., Wesley Chapel,
(813) 991-4242; 3838 W. Neptune St., Tampa, (813) 254-0290;
1325 Fourth St. N., St. Petersburg, (727) 592-4206.
Best Florida-Style Cuisine
–– Hog Island Fish Camp
Owner Chef Walt Wickman serves freshly caught seafood
from local waters in a relaxed atmosphere in this downtown
Dunedin hot spot. Stone crabs, mussels, Southern fried
chicken and of course, their namesake hogfish, are a few of the
dishes that keep customers coming back time and time again.
900 Broadway (Alternate U.S. Highway 19), Dunedin,
(727) 736-1179.
Best Food Hall
–– The Artisan Art & Food Collective
This food hall concept in Gulfport gives everyone a chance to
find what they want while dining in a cool environment and
being served by a gracious staff. 2832 Beach Blvd., Gulfport,
(727) 350-5866.
Best Fruit Festival
–– The Blueberry Festival
With its move from Brooksville to Kissimmee, this festival
has something for everyone. You can purchase blueberries,
blueberry products, blueberry shortcake and browse booths,
enjoy live music, eat, drink and visit with fine artists who
display and sell their work in a juried show with awards.
Watch for it next year or contact Michael Heard,
(407) 507-0015.
Best Gastro Pub –– Clear Sky Draught Haus
With more than 37 craft beers on tap, over 60 varieties of
bottled beer, wine, a full bar and an extensive menu for
breakfast, lunch and dinner that includes omelets, hashes,
burgers, flat breads, hand-tossed pizza and more, this is the
perfect place to find your own special treats. 680 Main St.,
Dunedin, (727) 286-6266.
Best Glass Art Museum –– Imagine Museum
This stunning collection of American art glass from its
beginning in the 1960s until now is expertly displayed in this
building that is dedicated to glass artists. 1901 Central Ave.,
St. Petersburg, (727) 300-1700.
Best Hamburgers – BurgerMonger