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out
Italian-born Chef serving Lunch & Dinner
in Historic Downtown Tarpon Springs.
17 North Safford Ave., Tarpon Springs
(727) 935-5770
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JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2020 | TAMPA BAY MAGAZINE 177
Kao Thai Kitchen,
7199 66th St., North Pinellas Park,
(727) 350-3722. This Thai restaurant in Pinellas
Park serves lunch and dinner and features
all the standard Thai items along with some
tasty dishes such as Beef Massaman Curry
and Salmon Ga Prow. You can choose chicken,
pork, beef, shrimp, squid, tofu or vegetable
for any of their classic preparations. The lunch
special comes with an egg roll and fresh salad.
Try tapioca balls for dessert. Open Mon-Thurs
11:30 AM-3 PM and 4:30 PM-9 PM, Fri 11:30
AM-3 PM and 4:30 PM-10 PM; Sat 4 PM-10
PM and Sun 4 PM-9 PM. $$-$$$, X,C,W.
Marguerite’s Cafe & Catering,
405 Plaza Drive, Dunedin, (727) 734-7040.
This charming eatery next to the Dunedin
Library offers indoor and outdoor dining with
sidewalk seating. Breakfasts, sandwiches,
fresh innovative salads, soups and entrées
make for a delightful experience. Open
Mon-Fri 7:30 AM-5 PM; Sat-Sun 8 AM-3 PM. $.
Marina Cantina Tequila Bar and Grille,
25 Causeway Blvd., Clearwater Beach,
(727) 443-1750. Right in the heart of
Clearwater Beach, this Baystar restaurant
has fabulous views and phenomenal
Mexican fare at bargain prices. Try the
iron pan cornbread and the Beef Barbacoa
Quesadillas with a house margarita or
some sangria. This is a gathering spot for
the young and hip set. Open Mon-Thurs
4 PM-10 PM; Fri 4 PM-11 PM;
Sat 11 AM-11 PM; and Sun 11 AM-10 PM.
$$, RS, X, W.
Mystic Fish Seafood Grill & Bar,
3253 Tampa Rd. (Corner of Tampa Rd.
& Lake St. George), Palm Harbor,
(727) 771-1800. The hip décor, top-notch
service and creative specials of fresh and
exotic seafood, meats, game, pasta and
vegetarian dishes make this a local favorite.
The list of small plates is endless. Their
signature dishes include Bouillabaisse,
NY Strip, Rib Eye, Filet Mignon, Mystic
Paella, Bison Tenderloin and Bronzed
Chilean Sea Bass with hijiki sauce. They
have a great list of hand-crafted beers, a full
bar and a stellar wine list that is reasonably
priced. Takeout is available.
Open Sun-Thurs from 4:30 PM,
Fri-Sat 4:30 PM-10 PM. $$, RS, CM, X, W.
Ocean Blue Asian Fusion,
2475 McMullen Booth Road
(at Enterprise Road), Clearwater,
(727) 791-6640. Sushi lovers rejoice. Nhan
Nguyen carries on a tradition of delicious
freshness for the wide selection of appetizers,
Japanese dinners and noodle dishes, fresh
from the sea sushi rolls, makimono and
sashimi, deliciously seasoned hibachi,
bento boxes and more that she serves at her
elegantly decorated restaurant. Open for
dinner Sun-Thurs 4:30 PM-12 AM and
Fri-Sat 4:30 PM-1 AM and special occasions.
$-$$, X, C, W.
Olde Bay Café & Dunedin Fish Market,
51 Main St., Dunedin (at the Marina),
(727) 733-2542. Chef Walt Wickman offers
mostly outdoor seating overlooking the
harbor for lunch and dinner. Enjoy an intimate
raw bar, a market with fresh fish, seafood and
accompaniments and takeout at his casual
waterfront eatery. Enjoy wine, beer or sangria
with his chowder, salads, ceviche, fish tacos,
Cubans and desserts. Open daily 10 AM-10
PM. $-$$, E, X, C, W.
Our Place,
1617 Main St., Dunedin, (727) 239-0450. This is
the place where you can get served any time of
day. Chef Greg is known for his vast menu that
has something for everyone. The Pot Roast
Melt and the lobster roll are our favorites for
lighter dining, and the fried shrimp platter
or weekend prime rib dinner are fabulous
for those with a bigger appetite. If you are a
sweets fan, the S’mores French Toast is a must.
Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. $-$$.
Palm Cafe at the Dunedin Fine Art Center,
1143 Michigan Blvd., Dunedin, (727) 298-3322,
ext. 237. There are lots of reasons to go here for
a quick breakfast or lunch. You can dine either
alfresco or indoors, and you can eat a delicious
palette of healthy fare even starving artists
can afford. Start your day with lox and bagels,
enjoy a roasted beet salad, or have a Cuban
sandwich for a mid-afternoon snack. Whatever
you order will be freshly made of top-quality
ingredients and served just the way you like it.
Open Mon-Sat 9 AM-2 PM, $, CM, X, C, W.
A delicious gift delivered every time
FINE FOOD HAND-DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR DOOR
Here is a gift giving idea. We prepare a delectable three-course
meal – from salad to dessert – package it beautifully, and
deliver it fresh to your recipient for a deliciously indulgent
dinner experience in the comfort of their own home.
Perfect for new mothers, get well soon, newlyweds, new home buyers,
or any special event or occasion … so instead of flowers, send the
gift of a delicious dinner.
Gluten-free
menu available.
Complete dinner for
two starting at $47.
Always fresh.
Always welcome.
727-685-0826
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