Excellent service, our waitress was great, The food was…read morealso excellent . It's also pet friendly, I'd highly recommend enjoying your meals here,

Rick's reef goes dive bar at the beach vibe, and it's hard to go wrong there. We came for some…read moresmall bites and a snack because we missed lunch, but too early for dinner. The lobster fries were good but pretty greasy and too much for one person. I could only eat a small portion, regardless of the good taste, it was a lot. And unfortunately the server wasn't the best in being attentive. Lastly our grouper bites were a bit rubbery and not very tasty.. The best part was the ambiance or vibes but even at that it's all outside and not the best for all weather.

There's something comforting about a classic, no-frills seafood spot by the water, and Shells…read moreSeafood delivers exactly that. This is the kind of place that feels like it's been around forever, in the best way. Spacious for the area, lively without being chaotic, and backed by attentive service that keeps things moving even when it's busy. The menu is extensive, and then just when you think you've seen it all, there's a specials board tucked away with even more to choose from. If you can time your visit right, Tuesday is the move. They run a buy one pound, get one pound half off deal on snow crab legs, and it's easily one of the best values around. The snow crab legs are fresh and satisfying, and the Dungeness crab holds its own as well. Both pair perfectly with their rich, drawn butter, simple but done right. Portion sizes here are no joke. The shrimp skewers are almost excessive in the best way. Three skewers loaded with roughly eight shrimp each, so you're looking at around two dozen shrimp total, all a solid medium-large size. It's the kind of dish that makes you pause when it hits the table. The shrimp pasta is another standout and clearly a house favorite. It's packed with flavor and easily one of the more memorable dishes on the menu. Good enough that ordering a second one to-go actually makes sense. The clam chowder, though, was the one miss. While it's loaded with plenty of clam meat and has a hearty base, there's a slightly smoky flavor that throws it off. If you're a chowder fan, it might not hit the mark. Probably something to skip next time. As for the crab cakes, they passed a pretty tough test. A Maryland native at the table gave them a strong approval, which says a lot. Pro tip: Get there early, ideally around lunch, if you want to lock in that snow crab deal. It's popular, and you don't want to risk missing out. Overall, this is a reliable, crowd-pleasing seafood spot that leans into big portions, solid execution, and a relaxed coastal vibe. Whether you're a local or just visiting St. Pete Beach, it's an easy recommendation and definitely worth a return trip.

My girlfriend and I ended up coming back to Shells as we try to hit this spot once every couple of…read moremonths. The food is always delicious and very reasonably priced. We decided to come here the night before Valentine's Day, after sunset, and it was well worth it. She got the crabcakes, I got a side salad and a bowl of the clam chowder, which I think is the best chowder in all of St. Pete. She got the shrimp and scallops pasta, while I got the seafood deluxe pasta, and it was out of this world. I had enough to take home for the next night, and we both split the desserts, which we also could only eat half. Our service was amazing, very attentive, and was there when we needed her to be. We cannot wait to go back again in the coming months.

Been a while so I thought I should drop a quick review. This is our first time since the shake up…read morehere. We just sat at the bar but we did order a few happy hours things. Chicken bites delicious and potstickers really good. Bartender was awesome and drinks delicious. Nice local vibe but mostly out of towners.

We had a wonderful dinner on Mother's Day at Grace. Chef Jason and staff did a wonderful job. The…read moreartichoke appetizer is always a favorite at the table. On weekly additions menu, the tuna was spot on. The scallops were seared perfectly and were bright and colorful dish. The chef made doughnuts were warm and delicious.

John D. at Categories 36 Taphouse was absolutely amazing! He was so sweet with our daughter and…read moreeven made her a rose out of a napkin, which made her whole day. The food came out fast and everything was delicious. You can tell he genuinely cares about his customers and making the experience special. We'll definitely be back!

Haven't had a disappointing meal yet. Can't keep away from the Stromboli. Also had good success…read morewith gyro and meatball subs. Can't wait to try more. Only thing that could be better is if they had delivery!!

We were in the area for a valentines art class and decided to make reservations here for dinner. We…read morehad to give a credit card to reserve our table which was a little frustrating. We were seated in the bar and the tables had nice leather arm chairs, but they sit so low my face was level with the table. I had to pull the back cushion to sit on and kept slipping off my seat. My husband is really tall and he had the same issue. So my evening did not get off to a fantastic start until my vesper martini arrived. And wow was it good! We ordered onion rings as an appetizer and they were perfection! My filet and my husbands ribeye were both really good and cooked perfectly with excellent cuts of meat. The quality was wonderful. We enjoyed the mashed potatoes, the jalapeno corn, and the Mac and cheese as our shared sides. We will definitely be back!

Malio's Prime Steakhouse was absolutely superb. From the…read morecocktails to the appetizers to the entrées, everything was executed at a first-class level. The cocktails were excellent, the appetizers were ridiculously good, and the entrées delivered exactly what you expect from a top-tier steakhouse. What truly set the experience apart, though, was the waitstaff--professional, attentive, and dialed in without ever being intrusive. The service matched the quality of the food, which is rare and appreciated. An outstanding dining experience from start to finish. Malio's does it right.