DINING
out
Serving Lunch,
Dinner and History
Family Owned Since 1905
ColumbiaRestaurant.com
YBOR CITY, TAMPA 813 -248-4961 • SAND KEY, CLEARWATER BEACH 727-596-8400
Mediterranean Cuisine
Authentic Lebanese Specialties
1901 West Bay Drive #14
Largo, Fl.
727.216.6221
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6607 N Florida Ave,
Tampa
813.232.2667
27835 Wesley Chapel Blvd,
Wesley Chapel
813.388.2684
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for those with a bigger appetite. If you are
a sweets fan, the S’mores French Toast is a
must. Open Sun-Sat 7 AM-9 PM.
$-$$, X, C.
Palm Cafe at the Dunedin Fine Art
Center, 1143 Michigan Blvd., Dunedin,
(727) 298-3322. There are many reasons to go
here for a quick breakfast or lunch. You can
dine either alfresco or indoors, and you can
eat a delicious palette of healthy fare even
starving artists can afford. Start your day
with a breakfast burrito stuffed with housemade
bacon, or enjoy a slow roasted pork
belly Cuban sandwich. Whatever you order
will be made with top-quality ingredients.
Open Mon-Fri 8:30 AM-2:30 PM; Sat 10 AM-2
PM. $, CM, X, C.
Palm Pavilion,
10 Bay Esplanade, Clearwater Beach,
(727) 446-2642. Voted “The Best of St. Pete/
Clearwater” and also “Best of Tampa Bay.”
Overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, the Palm
Pavilion has been a famous Clearwater
Beach landmark since 1926. Amid its
nostalgic architecture, guests enjoy casual
dining indoors or outside on their deck,
where they can experience spectacular
sunsets. Happy hour on weekdays is from
4-7 PM. Visit their website to view the music
calendar. Open Sun-Thurs 10:30 AM-10 PM,
Fri-Sat 10:30 AM-11 PM. $$, CM, E, X.
Papous Kouzina, 2475 N. McMullen Booth
Road, Clearwater, (727) 474-7543. This Greek
eatery serves authentic pastitsio, moussaka,
horiatiki salads with gyro or chicken,
plus spanakopita, baklava and other Greek
specialties and baked goods in a bright,
attractive setting at bargain prices. Eat in or
order grab-and-go Tues-Fri 12 PM-8 PM;
Sat 12 PM-9 PM. $$, CM, X, C.
Parlor House Bistro, 1757 Main St.,
Dunedin, (727) 754-3978. If you miss New
Orleans, you will love this amazing bistro
with its cozy decor, delicious food and
well-made libations. Standards such as
escargot, French onion soup, duck confit and
bouillabaisse will thrill you with their tastes
and presentations. Our favorite is the lamb
rack. It is a true culinary experience. Hours
are Tues-Thurs 4 PM-9 PM; Fri-Sat 5 PM-10
PM. $$$. RS, E, X, C.
Pico Rojo Rotisserie, 2475 McMullen
Booth Rd., #E (accessible via Enterprise Rd.)
Clearwater, (727) 474-3826. Known for its
healthy, natural, delicious food with Latin
American flair, this restaurant is also childfriendly,
vegetarian-friendly and offers
carry-out. All-natural chicken is marinated
in spices and roasted. Complementary sides
include fried yuca, tostones, sweet plantains,
hearty rice and beans, and scrumptious
asparagus. Their well-priced, flavorful salads,
sandwiches, sauces, dressings, sangria, and
desserts are homemade from fine, fresh
ingredients. Catering available. Open Mon-
Thurs 11:30 AM-9 PM, Fri 11:30 AM-9:30 PM,
Sat 12 PM-9:30 PM, Sun 12 PM-8 PM.
$-$$, X, C.
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