New favorite spot ALERT…read more This is not a drill, I repeat, this is not a drill. Do not sleep on this little hidden gem on 5th! Before I say anything I have to say this was the best falafel I've had in my life!!!! And I'm so upset I took pictures of nothing because I was just blissfully stuffing my face the entire time. We had: sampler appetizer with 3 dips, pita, falafel and a rice salad. Tacos. Steak kabob gyro. And falafel platter with side chicken kabob. Chocolate pistachio cheesecake. Crème brûlée. The total was under $125 and that feels like a great deal for allll that food! Everyone brought home leftovers. Every single thing was delicious!!! It's also a byob spot which I love. So feel free to bring your own bottle of wine! The staff is wonderful! So sweet. The restaurant is also super cozy and intimate. Reservation recommended in case, but could easily get an outdoor spot or walk in and place a to go order! I cannot wait to try their brunch!!! I pinky promise I'll take pictures then.

Food was average. I was so excited to come to this restaurant. Their online photo's are…read moreprofessionally done, they brag about being a French Moroccan food experience, great chef, family run -I have spent a fair amount of time in France and Morrocco. The food at Cybele isn't even close. If you do not cook, don't use fresh, well sourced ingredients when you cook, and have an educated palate, maybe this would be great to you. Service was below average, food lacked flavor and did not taste fresh, they could not make substitutions and acted like it was a bother for us to even have asked. Ambience is ok.

Allelo feels like the kind of restaurant where you sit down and immediately start considering…read morebecoming the type of person who orders wine "based on the region." The whole space is effortlessly beautiful without feeling intimidating. Warm lighting, open kitchen energy, gorgeous plating, and a crowd that somehow all look like they have excellent taste. Very elevated coastal Mediterranean dinner party energy. The menu changes often, which honestly makes the whole experience feel even more special. The house made pastas, seafood dishes, and anything involving fresh bread seem to have people fully obsessed. Also hearing consistently dangerous things about the whipped feta and crudo situation. What I love most is that nothing feels overdone or overly trendy. It's refined but still relaxed enough that you can actually enjoy yourself instead of feeling like you're at a performance. Definitely one of those places where dinner casually turns into a three hour event and nobody's mad about it. Very "let's split one more thing" energy the entire night Allelo feels like the kind of restaurant where you sit down and immediately start considering becoming the type of person who orders wine "based on the region." The whole space is effortlessly beautiful without feeling intimidating. Warm lighting, open kitchen energy, gorgeous plating, and a crowd that somehow all look like they have excellent taste. Very elevated coastal Mediterranean dinner party energy. The menu changes often, which honestly makes the whole experience feel even more special. The house made pastas, seafood dishes, and anything involving fresh bread seem to have people fully obsessed. Also hearing consistently dangerous things about the whipped feta and crudo situation. What I love most is that nothing feels overdone or overly trendy. It's refined but still relaxed enough that you can actually enjoy yourself instead of feeling like you're at a performance. Definitely one of those places where dinner casually turns into a three hour event and nobody's mad about it. Very "let's split one more thing" energy the entire night

Luis gave us a nice welcome and was very helpful and attentive. When our white wine bottle was not…read morechilled enough he offered to get another but we were fine with some ice cubes. He made sure the wine bucket was filled with ice. We started with perfectly shucked oysters and grated horseradish, not out of a jar! The crudo was also a good start. I love Cacio e Pepe but I didn't catch on the menu about have mushrooms. It was still good. My wife got the Tagine which was Monk fish, which is a flaky white fish from Florida, and vegetables. We sat outside which is perfect for watching the parade of people on Beach Drive.

Incredible restaurant with beautiful interior, great service and amazing food…read more We ordered Turkish Traditional Dish and added grilled chicken, also a Greek salad. It came with warm and delicious pita. Portions are generous and food seems like it's cooked with care. Definitely a great place to come back to. Highly recommend!

This spot is such a pleasant find! I had been craving authentic Turkish/Mediterranean food. With…read morebeautiful, cozy decor and attentive staff this was exactly that. We started off with Babaganouj and Falafel. The Babaganouj was my favorite. The falafel was moist on the inside but a little hard on the outside which made it hard to cut but still delicious as well. Then I got the gyro platter with yogurt on top and finished off with baklava. Everything was delectable!

6/23/26 I wish I had known about this little gem sooner as they will be closing permanently next…read moreweek. Delicious food. I reduced a star due to service. I (a wheelchair user) was assigned a bartender vs waitstaff ( which made no sense) even though I was seated at a table in the dining area. The bar got slammed which left me without service for a very long time. Other waitstaff should have jumped in to assist, but they seemed disinterested in helping tables not assigned to them even after asking. Greek Spreads trio - recommend Paidakia: grilled lamb chops - highly recommend * They offer de-alcoholized wine for those interested ** Wheelchair accessible

This classy Mediterranean restaurant makes you feel like you're abroad. They even had a little Polo…read moreand Pan playing. I came here for a friend's birthday dinner and everything was delicious. I got the roasted 1/2 chicken and had enough to take home for lunch the next day. The waiter was very attentive and friendly as he cracked a few jokes with the group.

This is my 2nd time visiting LALA in St Pete and had a blast! Went with a large group on a Sunday…read morefor brunch (reservation made a couple days beforehand) and we all enjoyed it. I ordered the chicken and waffles as I wanted a bit of savory and sweet. I meant to ask for the berry compote on the side, but forgot. However, the berry compote on top of the waffles was actually pretty nice and added to the meal. I also ordered the Black Truffle Mac and Cheese. Me and my friend ordered that last time and we chowed down, it was DELICIOUS! Perfectly cooked, thick, yummy cheese, and great amount of flavor. The big draw for my group is the open karaoke! On Sundays, LALA offers open karaoke in the main restaurant from 1-4 pm. There's a small stage at the front of the restaurant. It's free, you just add your name to the list. There usually isn't a long wait to sing. The last couple of times, my party was able to sing several times. Each time, the list was short, so the same people kept going up to sing again and again. It's a very fun environment. We had Patrick as a server this time - he was very patient and really attentive. It's not a huge restaurant inside (but still good amount of seating) and everyone I've come across from staff to patrons have been amazing. Great stop to visit if you're checking out St Pete! LALA is located in a great area, right in the middle of Central Ave. Would absolutely recommend a brunch here if you're looking for something fun and different but also still a bit laid back. There's so many little shops and venues to check out along Central Ave if you're still wanting to keep the party going.

Where do I even start? LALA was absolutely amazing! From the food to the drinks, service, ambiance,…read moreand overall experience, everything was on point. We started with the seacuterie board (seafood board), which was fantastic, and the charred octopus, and asparagus which were delicious! To be honest, everything we tried was flavorful and beautifully prepared. And the drinks... We had the Pink Flamingo, Old Fashioned, and Espresso Martini, and every single one was delicious. They definitely know how to make a great cocktail! The service was excellent--attentive, friendly, and welcoming--and the ambiance made the whole experience even better. It has such a great vibe and is the kind of place where you can relax, enjoy yourself, and make an evening out of it. Amazing food, delicious cocktails, great service, and a wonderful atmosphere. LALA gave us the full experience, and we will absolutely be back for the karaoke night. Highly recommend!

The quality and authenticity of the food really stood out. The baba ganoush was rich, smoky, and…read morebeautifully balanced, while the bean salad was fresh, bright, and full of flavor. Even the bread deserves a mention--fresh, warm, and the perfect complement to the starters. The mullet was the highlight of the meal. It arrived perfectly cooked, with a great texture and seasoning that enhanced the fish without overpowering it. Simple, well-executed food that lets the ingredients speak for themselves. A fantastic choice for anyone looking for authentic flavors and thoughtfully prepared dishes. Highly recommend.

I have been here now 3 times, and the food and service has been excellent each time. Being a BYOB…read moreplace means you can enjoy your own bottle of wine or other drinks without a cooking fee, allowing you to enjoy a full dining experience for a much more reasonable price! Its not the quietest inside, but only because the style of dining brings whole families and moderate size groups. Bring as many as you can, share the large plates, and try as much as you can!

This is our favorite Mediterranean restaurant! It is casual and unassuming but the food is…read moreamazing! We come here after tennis tournaments but our son often requests it when we aren't in the area, but it's a bit far from our house in Tampa to come as often as we would like. Fresh, homemade, mom & pop place with friendly service. Be prepared to wait a bit as it's often just the owner taking orders, cooking, and serving food. Hummus - do not skip! So tasty and fresh, served with hot super thin pita bread Felafels - so light and crisp, and falls apart in your mouth We always get the beef shawarma platter - the flavors are divine, and we often crave it so we haven't ventured to other entrees. Comes with 2 sides and we often get rice and salad which are the perfect complement to the meal. Don't forget the baklava - several kinds available - walnut, pistachio, and maybe pecan --very delicious ending to our meal!

Walked in the table was dirty we had a coupon to use for dinner;the waiter claimed "he doesn't take…read morethose anymore",so we got up and left. Not sure If I'd want to consume his food with such poor service we walked!

Great owners with bubbly personality! You can tell he takes pride in his food and the service he…read moreprovides in the restaurant. I got a large Chevapi plate and it was great!! My only recommendation, is that the chevapi should automatically come with Ajvar and Kajmak. Other than that, plate was more than enough for a large size that could feed 2 or 3 and bread was so soft!! Definitely recommend this place!

Found this on a whim while in St. Pete and decided to try Serbian food for the first time! Smaller,…read morequaint spot hidden in a plaza but a very friendly staff and feels like a family owned business (love!!). We arrived at 7 PM on Saturday not knowing they unfortunately close at 8 PM. However the waiter was friendly and encouraged us to still stay and order. I ordered the meat platter to try a little of everything - the bread is delicious!! The meats were good, but I think the cut of chicken was a little rubbery with tendons so I didn't eat too much of that. The small sausage roll sandwich (forgive me for not knowing the name and I can't find the menu online) was really good and we enjoyed it. Overall a nice spot. I would come back earlier in the day to see if that impacts the cut of the chicken or not.

First time here for dinner. Half of us went for the buffet…read moreand the other half ordered entrées from the menu Nobody was unhappy with their choices The buffet has something for everyone Different meats, mainly, chicken, and beef, stews, and vegetable dishes I had a lamb kebab entrée which was exquisite. Between the lamb, rice, and grilled vegetables it was a feast The other two entrées that were ordered was a filet mignon and a chicken kebab. They were both enjoyed tremendously Not a lot of wine and beer options, but it was perfect for what we ordered. It is run by a husband and wife and they make sure that the service is exceptional If you like mideastern Mediterranean food, this is a definite go to

The Best Persian Restaurant in The Tampa Bay Area. I'm so lucky it's so close to me. Their Kebobs…read moreare phenomenal. We went with The Sultani Platter with 3 Kebobs. Steak, Kofta, and Koobideh ( chopped chicken). Absolutely phenomenal. Their food here at Mirage is so Authentic and Delicious. Everyone should check Mirage. BTW. They have a lunch buffet where you can taste a lot of different dishes. Love This Place.

This is a fabulous middle eastern influenced Mediterranean eatery. I'm accustomed to the fantastic…read moreethnic (middle eastern specifically) from the DC Metro area. This is one of the closest things to that around here. Friendly staff. You can tell the owner is on the grill (older gentleman). The prices are very reasonable compared to other places nowadays in 2026. Highlights- The Zaytoon Burger is a kefta style burger that comes with feta and it is fantastic. Will be returning for it again. Fries are the way I like them personally. Obviously cut in house and just fried. The green house-made hot sauce is amazing. It's what reminds me of the shops in the DC area. Sometimes called chutney, it's a cilantro/jalapeño sauce with maybe a little yogurt as the base. The falafel was great. Fried perfectly crispy on outside and soft on the inside. It reminds me of the kind we make ourselves. Heavily seasoned. Baklava- We got a "half order" which he described as one piece. I eat baklava a lot and the piece that came out was about 3 times larger than what I was expecting. It was as good as it gets. Simple walnut baklava with a great honey sauce that was crispy on the outside and chewy in the middle perfect. A+ so glad to have them in the town! Apparently they have been around a while but we are new here so happy to find this gem.

The food is excellent, the price point is excellent and the people running it are so sweet. cozy…read morelocal feel. Photos don't do it justice, don't sleep on this one!