New Restaurants in St. Pete-Clearwater
Great beaches, sunny weather and glorious gastronomy? Quicker than you can say “order up!” St. Pete-Clearwater is becoming a premier destination for foodies.
St. Pete-Clearwater's dining scene offers exciting newcomers, like Juno & The Peacock.
With a slew of new restaurants, innovative menus and fresh, regional specialties, St. Pete-Clearwater is a rising star in the culinary scene. In fact, Travel + Leisure recently pointed out that St. Petersburg was awarded “the best food city in the United States,” based on a study of 99 of America’s most populated cities. St. Pete earned high marks for its fresh seafood, affordable three-course meals and great coffee. And most recently, St. Pete-Clearwater became a Michelin destination, with reviewers in market, at work on their Florida guide.
If you’re a Food Network fan, you may recognize some of St. Pete’s local talent, while other chef-driven restaurants have popped up throughout the region. Lucky diners get to reap the rewards of these delicious ways to enjoy bountiful, just-off-the-boat seafood and garden-fresh locally grown produce, best served with a view of our famous sunsets. Here are some of the hottest new eateries to try during your next visit.
Updated March 17, 2025