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162 TAMPA BAY MAGAZINE | JULY/AUGUST 2021
Julian’s Little Italy,
Dunedin Plaza Shopping Center,
916 Patricia Ave., Dunedin, (727) 734-8989.
Julian Adams’ casual Italian café with a
warm vibe is one of Dunedin’s best kept
secrets. The well-appointed décor is
comfortable and inviting; and the secret
family recipes are made in house from the
heart with love, care and attention. Enjoy
appetizers and salads, baked pastas and
sauté, plus oven-baked pizzas. Julian’s
is gluten-free friendly. Reservations are
suggested for parties of five or more.
Open for lunch and dinner Mon-Thurs
11 AM-9 PM, Fri-Sat 11 AM-10 PM and for
dinner Sun 4-9 PM.
$$, CM, X, C.
Kao Thai Kitchen,
7199 66th St., North Pinellas Park,
(727) 350-3722. This Thai restaurant in
Pinellas Park serves lunch and dinner and
features all the standard Thai items along
with sushi and some tasty dishes such as
Beef Massaman Curry and Salmon Ga
Prow. You can choose chicken, pork, beef,
shrimp, squid, tofu or vegetable for any of
their classic preparations. The lunch special
comes with an egg roll and fresh salad. Try
tapioca balls for dessert. Open Tues-Thurs
11:30 AM-3 PM and 4:30 PM-9 PM, Fri
11:30 AM-3 PM and 4:30 PM-10 PM;
Sat 4 PM-10 PM and Sun 4 PM-9 PM.
$$-$$$, X, C.
La Mordida Restaurant, Bar & Grill,
14100 U.S Highway 19 N., Suite 114,
Clearwater, (727) 225-3394. This is the place
for Latin cuisine favorites with a Peruvian
flair. Try ceviche, arepas corn cakes with
chicken and beef, empanadas, fried green
plantains (tostones), fried yucca and more.
Friendly vegetarian entries include green
plantains with portobello mushrooms, veggie
fried rice and veggie noodles. Flan, churros
and tres leches are dessert options.
Hours are Mon-Thurs 8:30 AM-9 PM;
Fri-Sat 8:30 AM-11 PM; Sun 8:30 AM-6 PM.
$$, X, E, C.
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.
2901 Alt. 19 N., Palm Harbor • 727-772-7060
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