St. Pete Restaurant Renaissance

Have a case of lovin' BBQ? Dr. BBQ has just the cure! Ray Lampe (AKA Dr. BBQ) is a true pitmaster with more than 400 awards, eight cookbooks and regular appearances on the Food Network. This new joint sizzles with "New American barbeque" and is blended with local St. Pete flavors and a rustic industrial ambiance to compliment the cuisine. 

Located within Johns Hopkins' All Children's Hospital, this library inspired cafe isn't your average hospital cafeteria. With a cozy library aesthetic and a conversational atmosphere, you can grab-and-go or dine in for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. The Peabody features a coffee bar with Buddy Brew Coffee along with a full-liquor bar and a craft cocktail list to go with it. 

This ridiculously fresh fusion of chef-inspired cuisines & cultures serves up mainland classics in the form of Poke Bowls & Sushi Burritos. Located on the 600 block of Central Ave. 

Step off Central Ave to this "bait shop chic" restaurant dedicated to serving the freshest local fish (brought in daily), prepared simply, all while sipping on nautical inspired cocktails. Come early so you don't miss out on their 'first come first serve' catch(es)-of-the-day. 

Come by land or by sea to The Getaway's newest location in South St. Pete. The menu & vibe is inspired by The Florida Keys & our Coastal communities - featuring tiki bars, waterfront dining, and fresh, local seafood. 

St. Pete's very first omakese-style restaurant, where your meal is carefully chosen and prepared by the chef himself, right then and there. You'll enjoy multiple courses of fresh sushi and sashimi, with the option to pair each round with the best wine or sake. This unique dining experience is left trusted in the chef's capable & talented hands.

Your new home for this year's football season. Oak & Stone has a wall of 50 self-serve taps featuring mostly local and regional craft beers, televisions spanning all the walls and a menu of wood-fired pizzas including gluten and vegetarian friendly options. Long story short, this is what sports bar dreams are made of. 

Soak in views of Vinoy Marina while enjoying dishes and cocktails featuring traditional Florida flavors. The menu includes locally sourced seafood prepared with globally inspired ingredients along with chicken, beef and pork options. You'll also notice a touch of Florida history on the menu with facts and the incorporation of orange groves and grilled oysters.

Craft Kafe slays gluten on the daily with their 100% gluten-free artisan fare menu. With fresh, quality ingredients, they serve breakfast and lunch along with coffee brewed by a devoted team of baristas.