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Diners' Choice: Lively restaurants in St. Petersburg

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Updated 05 January 2025

Looking for restaurants that have the most vibrant bar scenes in St. Petersburg? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you book, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

A photo of The Saint restaurant
4.8
4.8 (498)
$50 and over
Speakeasy
St. Petersburg
About the restaurant
VALID ID IS REQUIRED (no photos or foreign Drivers License/ID - Passport ONLY). WE ALWAYS ACCEPT WALK-IN PARTIES AND ONLY RESERVE A PORTION OF OUR SPEAKEASY FOR RESERVATIONS. ALL RESERVATIONS ARE BOOKED FOR 1 HR 15 MIN. IF THERE ARE MORE RESERVATIONS TO BE SEATED, YOUR TABLE WILL BE ASKED TO FINISH UP FOR THE NEXT GROUP OF SINNERS. BE SURE TO KNOW THE "SIN TO GET IN."

Lurking behind a discrete, unassuming entryway on a side street in the Grand Central District of St. Petersburg, Florida awaits an award winning unrivaled cocktail experience. The Saint invites you in to confess life’s darkest sins, enjoy fine cocktails, tantalizing small bites, decadent desserts and even finer company in one of the sexiest upscale interiors you have ever seen. Join us for Holy Happy Hour (5-7pm) and get 50% off all cocktails 6 days a week!

Top review
Sydney
Dined 4 days ago
Truly one of the best experiences in St Pete. This place will be so missed when the re design it.
A photo of In Between Days restaurant
4.8
4.8 (110)
$31 to $50
French / Japanese
St. Petersburg
About the restaurant
Featured in Food & Wine Magazine, The Wine Enthusiast, and Tampa Bay Times, In Between Days is Florida's first craft sake house and Tokyo-style listening bar. Our sake list is one of the most diverse on the East Coast and is curated by our in-house sake sommelier Noah Sain. Inspired by the underground listening bars of Tokyo, our little house is warmed by intimate lighting and analog sounds sent through a pair of Klipsch Cornwalls. Oil lanterns cascade amber light while sake is poured into eager glasses. We play full sides. Our sake is chilled. Our oysters are served in the classic French style. It’s not Tokyo, but it’s close.

With an ever-rotating menu of sake, sake cocktails, and tasty plates, In Between Days offers a truly unique experience in the Tampa Bay area. Just off the hustle of Central Ave.

Please feel free to text us!

Top review
KaiVIP
Dined on 20 Dec 2024
Absolutely loved it!! Can’t wait to go back! Service was fantastic
A photo of Doc Ford's Rum Bar and Grille St Pete Pier restaurant
4.7
4.7 (981)
$30 and under
Seafood
St. Petersburg
About the restaurant
Winner of TripAdvisor’s 2023 #1 ‘Everyday Eats’ restaurant in the COUNTRY!

Located at the base of the downtown St. Pete Pier, Doc Ford’s St. Pete is as stunning as it is delicious. With inside and outside views of both downtown St. Pete, and Tampa bay, there’s a seat in the house for everybody. Enjoy the sea-breeze on the seawall while enjoying a couple Doc Ford’s Mojitos and Yucatan Shrimp!

Top review
Sal
Dined 2 days ago
Great food, awesome service fantastic views! What else do you need.
A photo of LALA St.Pete restaurant
4.7
4.7 (506)
$30 and under
French American
St. Petersburg
About the restaurant
LALA St. Pete offers a new way to spend your day, evening or night!
Join us to enjoy a unique experience! Our menus offer an elevated approached of French, Mediterranean & Modern American cuisine. Our full bar features delicious Craft Cocktails, Wine & Champagne!
Reserve a table in our dining area, on the patio, the rooftop bar or book a private karaoke room today!
Looking for something fun to do? We offer Open Mic Karaoke in the dining room every Thursday 9pm+ & Friday 10pm+ | Live Music in the Courtyard from Thursday to Sunday 6pm+
LALA St. Pete is destined to become your favorite hotspot.

Top review
ThomasVIP
Dined 1 day ago
We had a wonderful server from France. My husband had the redfish and I had the barbecue ribs with french fries. Everything was delicious and the service was great. 
A photo of Bohemios Tapas Restaurant - St. Pete restaurant
4.6
4.6 (7)
$31 to $50
Tapas / Small Plates
St. Petersburg
About the restaurant
Your destination for authentic flavors with a blend of Spanish and Latin flair in the heart of Downtown St. Petersburg Camden District.
Indoor and outdoor seating to enjoy our tapas and shareable dishes al fresco style, paired with carefully selected beers and wines from around the world.

Top review
BradVIP
Dined on 26 Dec 2024
Amazing staff, attentive and on top of everything. Food was fantastic, we had 7 dishes for 4 people and it was the right amount- my only request is more greens!!
A photo of BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Pinellas Park restaurant
4.5
4.5 (154)
$30 and under
American
Pinellas Park
About the restaurant
Time counts at BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse. Since our humble beginnings back in 1978, we've continued to refine our brewhouse experience to make BJ's a place where you can make the most of any meal. We want BJ's to be a place where the moment you leave is the moment you plan on coming back. We pride ourselves in our craft and attention to detail. Our guests come here for our award-winning handcrafted beer. They come here for the Southern California twist we've put on the Chicago-style deep dish pizza. And they come here for our Pizookies®, our world-renowned dessert. But above all we know people come here to make their good times better. So in many ways we haven't just crafted a brand, but a mindset. And our guests are the reason for this. And it's because of them we're continually striving to make sure every moment they choose to spend with us counts. Welcome to BJ's, a restaurant with a Brewhouse soul.
Top review
Kraig
Dined on 24 Dec 2024
We had a family of six with a reservation service was attentive but a little slow paced. Since it was Christmas Eve the pace worked for us. Food was good. A couple the meals weee excellent and the remainder above average. Was a good experience and appreciate BJ’s accommodating us.
A photo of Sesh St. Pete restaurant
4.5
4.5 (265)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
St. Petersburg
About the restaurant
Coming Soon!
Top review
Rachel
Dined on 29 Dec 2024
Loved the vibe - nostalgic, spooky and funky all rolled into one. Food was excellent quality and super fresh. Highly recommend the brunch menu, especially the hangover biscuit and gator tail. Beer was super special and recommend trying their award winning brews.
A photo of Social Roost Kitchen & Bar restaurant
4.4
4.4 (92)
$30 and under
American
St. Petersburg
About the restaurant
Welcome to Social Roost, located at the corner of 1st and 1st in the heart of downtown St. Petersburg! Social Roost is a local concept by owners, who brought their favorite dishes from around the world back to their hometown to share with the community. Here you will experience dishes from an amazing globally inspired scratch kitchen and the most amazing hand crafted cocktails St. Petersburg has to offer, all served in an upscale casual, fun, and vibrant atmosphere.

Open for Brunch and Dinner Everyday Tuesday - Sunday. Closed Mondays.

People's Choice Award- Best St. Pete Restaurant
Peoples Choice Award- Best Cocktail Tampa Bay
St. Pete Life- Best St. Pete Brunch
Best of the Bay- Best Wait Staff
Best of the Bay- Best New Restaurant

Executive Chef Susan Burdian

Top review
GerardVIP
Dined on 17 Dec 2024
First time here and definitely will be back. Service and food was Excellent!
A photo of Cane and Barrel restaurant
4.3
4.3 (205)
$31 to $50
Tapas / Small Plates
St. Petersburg
About the restaurant
We're raising the bar - literally......
The essence of the terrace bar at St. Petersburg’s AC Hotel is derived from the flora and fauna of Florida, infused with the lushness of a Caribbean courtyard, and inspired by Cuban heritage. The signature spirit, rum, is the key narrative – exploring its journey from the cane to the barrel. The interiors reflect the vibrant culture of Havana nights with an old world charm.

Top review
Emily
Dined 2 days ago
Service was great. Food tasted amazing. Will be coming back.
A photo of Sparrow St Pete restaurant
4.2
4.2 (13)
$31 to $50
Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
St. Petersburg
About the restaurant
Discover Sparrow Rooftop, where urban charm meets adventurous flavor. Nestled above the energy of Central Avenue in downtown St. Pete, Sparrow is your go-to destination for effortlessly cool vibes and unforgettable moments.

Savor our Asian-inspired menu crafted to excite your palate, and sip on signature cocktails that redefine indulgence. Whether you’re unwinding under the open sky or soaking in the vibrant interiors flooded with natural light, every detail is designed to surprise and inspire.

Come for the view, stay for the experience, and let Sparrow be your new favorite escape.

Happy hour coming soon!

Top review
BobVIP
Dined 5 days ago
Service was great; high energy and friendly. Food was good. Website shows Happy Hour which isn't in effect yet.
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