Barb&#x27;s Wooden Spoon

The burger came out piping hot and was delicious with the perfect amount of toppings to burger to…read morebun ratio. The inside itself is worth the stop, feeling like walking back in time (a time before me), but still really cozy spot. Looking forward to going back! Burger was amazing!

Great hole in the wall place…read more This is among the best burgers I've ever had. The hot dog had good flavor and was pretty authentic Chicago style. My only complaint about the food was the buns were a bit flimsy and couldn't handle the meat and condiments well. Reasonable prices and cute ambiance although there are a few finishing touches that could make it even better. In particular a couple of booths only had one side to them and there was no chair on the other side. The cashier was very friendly and patient as we navigated the menu. It must be a hidden gem because it was busy the entire time we were there on a Wednesday evening!

11.7 mi•Downtown St. Petersburg

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Oh those piping hot soft-center crispy fries!

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Tower 10 Burger

4.8(36 reviews)

The food is awesome!! Menu is simple but they have it perfected. Food took about 30 minutes to get…read moreafter ordering but super worth it and tasty!! Highly recommend.

Finally tried Tower 10 Burger and it definitely lived up to the hype! I had the Tower 10 Doubler…read morewith the loaded fries, and both were so good. The burger was juicy with perfectly crispy edges, and the loaded fries were packed with flavor. Everything tasted fresh, and the portions were generous. If you're a smash burger fan, this spot is a must-try. I'll definitely be back! What I ordered - Tower 10 Double: Two house blend patties, Tower 10 Sauce, American cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion served on a potato bun - Loaded Fries: House fries topped with Tower 10 Sauce, grilled onions, and melted cheese

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At corporate ladder.

Habit Burger & Grill

3.6(87 reviews)

2.2 mi

My husband and I stopped by The Habit Burger & Grill last night while we were in the St. Pete area,…read moreand it was such a great experience! We're originally from California and moved to Florida a little over a year ago, and ever since then we've definitely been craving The Habit. We were so excited to stumble upon this location! One of the first things we noticed was that it wasn't busy at all -- which honestly shocked us (in the best way). Back in California, every Habit location always seemed packed at all hours of the day, so this felt like a treat. I ordered the Teriyaki Char with crispy green beans, and my husband got the Double Char meal with fries. Somehow, the food tasted even better than what we remember from California! My burger was cooked to a perfect medium -- which is rare to find at a fast-casual spot -- and it made such a difference. Everything was hot, fresh, and flavorful. We also had the pleasure of chatting with the manager, Danielle, who was incredibly friendly -- and funny enough, she's originally from California too! Small world! Every employee we encountered was welcoming, kind, and made sure to greet us when we arrived and wish us a good night when we left. The restaurant was very clean and well-kept, which we really appreciated. Overall, such a wonderful experience. We can't wait to come back the next time we're in the Clearwater area!

I had high hopes, but it was way below the hype for me…read more The service was okay, although I came when it was empty (11:30am) and it still took quite a while to get my food. I'm not really sure why. I ordered the single charburger with cheese, fries and a Pepsi. Sadly, the burger was nothing special. No better to me than Whataburger or Burger King. For a flame grilled burger, Seminole Gyros and Subs is far superior for the same price. Culver's is better as well, for the same price, although it's not flame grilled. I'm afraid this is my first and last visit here.

Inside where orders are placed.

Double Char with Cheese, side Onion Rings (TOP IT)

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Front entrance.

The Pittstop Grill

5.0(1 review)

1.4 mi

I got delivery through Grubhub. Food arrived on time and hot. I got a cheese burger & fries and…read morecheese burger sliders. Everything was good fries were crispy burgers were hand made. I'll definitely order again

Big Apple's Fried & Fresh - New York Style Food

4.7(60 reviews)

1.9 mi

Authentic NYC Big Apple's fried & Fresh Halal!…read more So very very happy to find this place! I was just driving by & saw their sign & decided to stop in & see if they did have Authentic NYC Halal street food, which is one of my all time favorites, as I spent a great deal of time (12 years) living, working, going to college in NYC. And YES! Yes they do have Authentic NYC halal street food OuiOui ! The first visit, I got a chicken & Lamb to go. It smelled so good it didn't even make it home untouched, I was cramming it in my pie hole at red lights OuiOui :)... Then, I tried to hide the rest from Sir Hubbers but with his sensei street food senses, he smelled me & moi hoarded halal right out! LOL So second visit, I wanted to get another Halal chicken & lamb combo dish, but with two red sauces & two white sauces this time, bc one of each was just not enough yummy sauce for moi the first time, so me thinks two of each is the way to go! Two Red Sauces Two White sauces OuiOui. So I got the chicken & lamb combo to go again, with 2 red 2 white sauces on the side, but this time I remembered as I was walking out the door, to stop & take a photo, b4 said hoarding befall's me again! LOL :)... So I go over to one of the 7 cute little MOD tables that are inside & sit down & take a photo of the chicken & lamb dish he just made me with the 2 sauces on the side... The Big Apple's fried & fresh Halal owner comes running out, sees me taking bites with my fingers, dipping the chicken & lamb in the sauces with my fingers, taking photos, being a total nerd! lol He is like "I thought you wanted it to go!" Ask me if he can get me some utensils, wanting to save me from my barbaric ways hahahah! :)... He was so cute! Such a nice guy, just a regular New Yorker, we hit it off instantly. I told him I WAS taking it to go, but I just wanted to take a beautiful photo of it fresh, so I could post it & I then showed it to him... He was like "Oh! That is very nice! Please tell everyone to come see me!" So, "Everyone, come to the Big Apple's Fried & Fresh for some Authentic halal!" The owner is a very cool dude from New York, speaks perfect English, makes incredible Authentic halal street food & wants to give you utensils & save you from your barbaric ways. LOL The best service EVER! :).... Added to moi fave Tampa places/Fave St Petersburg places. AND, I might even start a new list on the "coolest New Yorker owned places."' The Big Apple's Fried & Fresh is tops! New York #Knicks on tops! Winners Circle all the way! OuiOui. Highest Recommendations.

This place is great!!…read more This is not a fancy place, but the food is terrific. I especially like the empanadas and the chicken and/or lamb over rice or salad. If you can handle a little spice, try all four sauces over the chicken or lamb and be ready for a wonderful taste treat. The sauces are made in house with a big variety of ingredients providing a complex taste that is addictive. The owner is friendly and very hospitable. The menu also includes Pakistani/Indian selections like tandoori chicken, but I have not tried them yet. It's hard to pick anything but the chicken/lamb over rice with those sauces.....I think I'm addicted!! Give this place a try.....you will not regret it!!

Cute little halal cafe only 7 tables inside menu on the wall OuiOui.

Same as one with salad

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Big Apple's NOW OPEN OuiOui!

Bacon Street Diner

Breakfast has and always will be a favorite of mine. I didn't realize when I walked through the…read moredoor that they would make me fall in love with it all over again. From the portions to the scratch made biscuits, pancakes, and bread it was tastebud overload in the best of ways. Shout out to Katie who was on point with every recommendation!

First time! Food was great and delicious. The prices are very reasonable and the service was…read moreexcellent. They make everything from scratch and it shows in food taste and quality. Will definitely eat here again.

Chicken, Bacon & Waffles!

Our Famous Bacon Mary!

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Fish Tacos!!

Schooners

4.2(53 reviews)

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They have one of the best Greek salads around. Burgers are great and it's a nice relaxing place for…read morelunch or dinner. I stay away on days they have football games but they have plenty of televisions for that.

Went here last night after the Rays opener for a quick dinner. It's been on my list to check it out…read moresince it opened. I just did the Hot Honey and Buffalo Wings, all drums of course, with a Mich Ultra. They were deep fried and both were fine. The fries had some sort or seasoning on it and those were ok. The service was great as two servers consistently checked in on me and the atmosphere was fine. I thought this place was ok and would be fun to go with a group but it wouldn't be my first choice to eat and watch a sporting event. There is plenty of parking available in their lot. I also noticed a sign about Sunday Brunch. Good luck Schooners!

Covered outdoor seating

I had to give it a taste. It was very good and very big. Good cheese sauce and mustard. If you like pretzels, check it out.

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Indoor seating and bar

Lemon Leaf Cafe

4.8(80 reviews)

1.6 mi

In certain cities there is literally an entire neighborhood of great restaurants, St Pete is one of…read morethose places. We walked in and were told to sit wherever we wanted, we chose the window seats. Hahahaha! I ordered the Locals Favorite and my guest ordered the Salmons Benedict we shared the Chicken and waffles. The service was great, our server was great too! We asked about real maple syrup and she actually tracked down a bottle, I couldn't believe it! ( Pictured) The Local Favorite was excellent! The crab cake was perfectly seasoned, the English muffin was toasted perfectly and the hollandaise sauce was also perfect. The cheesy grits were good as well! I was pleasantly surprised to say the least. My guest also loved her meal, ( Salmon Benedict) the salmon was perfectly done without being dry, the eggs were a little beyond poached but that's okay. The home fried potatoes were golden brown and an excellent addition to the meal. The ambiance is super chill which is surprising considering how good the food is. The chicken and waffles were exceptional as well. The four chicken strips with tender, juicy and well seasoned placed on top of the golden brown waffle which was crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. The butter and maple syrup was butter made this waffle an 8/10.

Excellent food and great choices. Great service with a smile…read more The decor is really pleasant

Completely Redecorated Interior 041324

Floridian Salad

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Hibiscus tea

The Corner Skillet

4.2(83 reviews)

1.6 mi

Stopped in this morning on a whim. I was welcomed right away. Paige was the only server and could…read morenot have been more attentive and just a pleasure to have met. She is amazing at her job and her customer service was top notch. Oh, and the food was also amazing. Highly recommend going there.

It's open again. OMG haven't been here in a while. Small, quaint, cozy & clean. Food is not only…read morefriggin fantastic, it's reasonable! Had a pattymelt which came with two sides. Take your pick, sweet potato fries, fries, potato salad or coleslaw. WoW Believe me the portions were perfect. Now I bet your asking $$$. All that was only $12.99. Well worth it. There's a lot on the menu. Just go check it out. Oh & the service is quick & they greet you with a smile. Enjoy!!!!!

Drink station; bus tub shouldn't be so visible (IMO)

Pork goulash with side salad

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Now serving beer and wine

Gigglewaters

4.4(815 reviews)

7.9 mi

The burgers were delicious and cooked perfectly. The…read moreportions were generous, and the ingredients were fresh and high-quality. service was attentive and ambience was warm, welcoming and relaxing. 5 stars experience. I'II gladly come back again :)

We were looking for a local speakeasy while on vacation, and I found Gigglewaters highly reviewed -…read moreand for good reason! This is a fun theme-heavy step back into the 1920s, from the decor to the menu to the old school movie theater in back! The drinks are inventive and very tasty (if a bit on the sweeter side), reasonable prices, and many to choose from. They also serve a brunch and dinner menu with a small selection of desserts. The theater in back shows movies often throughout the month and posts their schedule in the main restaurant- shows are only $5! You can eat and drink while you enjoy old movies and nostalgia. Great place for a date night or to go out with a couple friends. The front patio is dog friendly and has many open air tables with umbrellas for shade. Fun artwork on the menu and adorning the walls. A must-see!

Theater area

Commissioner burger

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The 1919 old fashioned. An American classic with a luxardo cherry and Demerara bitters.

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Brittany A.

7 years ago

This place is absolutely one of the best places around. Food taste amazing, like slap your grandmomma amazing. Food is always fresh, the selections are great and you get a really good portion of food. I always leave with a full belly and the prices are more than worth it. The food and service is just amazing, I literally cannot complain about anything.. and Tameka- I believe is the name of the owner, she is Great! She has a heart of gold.. actually cares about her customers.. you don't find that often these days. I will forever be a customer! THANK YOU BARBS WOODEN SPOON! read more

Andrea S.

14 years ago

This place is an absolute god-send! I work next door and it's such a treat to have a nice place to grab lunch or dinner at during a long work day! The steak sandwich is to die for, as is the french dip and their burgers. My staple, though, is a plain old turkey and provolone sandwich on regular old white bread! The turkey has the BEST flavor, like you roasted one for Thanksgiving and then sent it through a slicer! Chili will definitely be something I go for more often as the weather cools down, too! read more

Stacey G.

13 years ago

A friend and I stopped in for lunch yesterday after seeing their daily specials online, and tried two of them. I had the cheese steak and fries, and my friend had the Barb's Cadillac sub. Service was prompt and friendly, our orders received pretty quickly, good sized portions, and the taste was awesome! Will definitely be heading back again, as there are numerous things on the menu we want to try! Best French fries I've ever had! read more

Curtis K.

12 years ago

Great Quality Food! My coworkers and I are only in town temporarily but we have been sampling restaurants around Largo and Clearwater for almost three weeks now and I will say that Barb's is not your run-of-the-mill restaurant. It is small and the décor is simple but the food was fresh, tasty, and well worth what we paid. We definitely plan to return. read more

Rosemerry T.

11 years ago

I had been there before with the prior management and the food was ok but the people were not as friendly as the new owners. If you happen to go there when the soup of the day is Chicken Noodle, you have to try it. It's better than Boston Market's soup. Scrum Delicious!!!! I will be back. read more

Jenet R.

10 years ago

Great food terrible staff members they are lazy and don't care about that establishment I placed my Togo order at 1130 they told me 45 minutes I go at 1215 because I know it's gonna take 45 minutes to make the food than I don't leave until 1245 my sandwich was cold and my fries were soggy read more

Katie M.

11 years ago

this place is such an amazing find! great workers who will bend over backwards to make sure that you are taken care of, and the freshest subs ive ever had. Try the Barb Marley---its A+. this place makes it impossible to want to go anywhere else for subs. read more

Pj W.

5 years ago

This business practices bait and switch advertising. An offer was extended in the media, and yet the business refused to accept the offer. This type of dishonorable behavior precludes me from recommending this business. read more

Tianna C.

11 years ago

Custom service was amazing along with the food and the portion of food you get is like having two meal at a very reasonable price. I'm definitely going to be a repeat customer. read more

Dan P.

3 years ago

This place is not there any longer! Its some southern food place. I post so you don't waste your time looking to eat here. Closed!

Nyree D.

9 years ago

The food is great, but the service and the portion size is not worth what they're charging for it.

Leah M.

14 years ago

Love the burgers!

Jeffrey C.

11 years ago

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