St. Pete Restaurant Renaissance

The Reading Room serves hand-crafted dishes by individuals with a passion for ingredients. Their menu of eclectic fun food and clever wine cocktails earned them a spot in the ‘Golden Spoon Awards, Best New’ category. Home to a garden that inspires many of the dishes and a philosophy to create a space that unites community with a food culture, you're sure to leave inspired and satisfied. 

This quirky bar/deli offers a global selection of over 300 beers, 75 wines, and deli offerings crafted in hourse with locally sourced ingredients. Drink in, take away, or do both; that's the easy decision. 

Owned and operated by husband and wife team Hope Montgomery and Jason Ruhe, this tiny gem of a restaurant came to fruition after a decade of running their own catering business - it's a rarity for caterers to launch a brick and mortar restaurant (thus the name) - but, we're so glad they did! Located on Central Avenue in downtown St. Pete, th New American cuisine is always fresh and pushes the envelope ever so slightly. When in doubt, order the Fat Noodles!

Located smack in the heart of downtown, The Mill mashes up inventive upscale cuisine — courtesy of rising chef Ted Dorsey — and a heady craft cocktail menu with a lively, pub-style atmosphere. The farm-meets-industrial interior design really catches the eye.

Edge District

Do you know how to slurp your way through broth and noodles? Perfect your skills at this classic Izakaya located in St. Pete's Edge District. Find various types of gyoza, kamameshi, and of course, fresh ramen made in-house. They offer up the largest selection of Japanese whisky in the Tampa Bay area - the perfect compliment to your meal!

Sleek, modern and sophisticated, Souzou raises the ante for Asian fusion cuisine in St. Pete. Start with uber-fresh sushi, sample steamed buns, sticky meatballs and other creative starters, then explore delectable rice and noodle dishes. Artisan cocktails, craft beers and an extensive sake list rounds out the experience. Souzou is located on the northern edge of downtown and offers easy parking.