Predatory worker compensation structure - Be aware…read more We recently dined here and noticed the tabletop signs explaining a mandatory 20% "commission" added to every single bill. When speaking with our server, she informed us that management classifies the waitstaff as 1099 independent contractors, meaning they receive a $0 hourly base rate from the restaurant and rely entirely on this mandatory guest fee for their paycheck.I have a physical copy of the check showing this automatic fee. While the sign claims this "supports our team," classifying standard restaurant servers as 1099 workers instead of W-2 employees is a massive red flag that contradicts federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) guidelines. Independent contractors set their own hours and operations; servers do not. Furthermore, a restaurant cannot legally leave a server's direct hourly base wage at zero by relying entirely on automatic service fees.We love supporting local staff, but we want our money going to businesses that respect basic labor laws and compensate their employees legally. Hopefully, public pressure will force management to fix their payroll structure. The server said the restaurant was on the verge of bankruptcy and had to make changes. Sadly they chose to break the law. On that note the service was lovely, the food very tasty. I asked to sub corn for flour tortias and she was able. We don't directly live in the area, and its been a while since we've been here. Its always good, with good portions and not a chain. Its so unfortunate.

This place is absolutely adorable…read more I think this street is the perfect place to hit up a couple restaurants for a progressive dinner. A lot of the restaurants are closed for lunch though, which is how we ended up here. It's a lot larger than it looks. There's a really cute covered outdoors area in the back with a stage for performances. There were only a few diners there for lunch on a Friday so it was easy to grab a spot. I got a skinny strawberry margarita, it made me happy to see a skinny version of a flavored margarita on the menu. It has a sugar rim and was delicious. It's on the sweet side and I'd definitely get it again. I requested it without soda water. For my main I got the salmon bowl. I wouldn't get this again, but it's because the base is mainly fried wontons. I thought it would be a scattering of fried wontons but nope, it was a hefty portion. I didn't eat most of the fried wontons because I'm trying to be healthy. It's a delicious dish, just not for me. Service was great, but we were an easy table because we were chatting the entire time. I enjoyed our meal here, so we will definitely be back!

My experience exceeded my expectations, and it was all thanks to katelyn and her amazing service…read more Even though the restaurant was filled to the brim, she did not hesitate to fulfill my every request, whether that was refilling my drink, bringing me extra sauce, or adjusting the lighting to the perfect brightness. She is an exceptional worker.

We just stopped by for a quick visit and ended up staying a hour. Will was our bartender! He was…read morevery attentive, friendly and made great drinks! We will be back.

Bon Appetit holds an extremely fond place in my heart because this is where I was married in the…read moremost gorgeous setting right on the water. Working with the wedding planner was wonderful, they handled everything excellently and gave me some great ideas regarding which room to do the ceremony in and of course helped me pick a delicious menu that guests talked about long after the wedding. Prices for the wedding packages were very reasonable. We had prime rib and chicken Marsala as our mains and the food was so well prepared and presented beautifully. Since we were married during the day, the stunning water views and pelicans flying by added such a nice touch to a wonderful event. I've also been to an event there at night and the night view with all the lights along the shore is quite beautiful as well.

My parents really love to come here when they are in Florida and wanted to go there to celebrate my…read moremom's birthday. We were sat in the back by the window, so we had a nice view. It is extremely loud and we had a hard time hearing each other and our server. Service overall was just okay. Drinks: - Key Lime Pie Martini - very sweet and tasted like flavored eggnog. sent back - Pomegranate Martini - not made consistently. My mom's was much sweeter than mine. Good, but nothing special - Almond Old Fashioned - this was nice. The almond was a nice change from a normal old fashioned Appetizers/Entrees: - Prosciutto & Date Flatbread - this had a nice amount of proscuitto, but there was too much balsamic dressing as it overpowered the whole dish - Spanish Octopus - TINY! It has nice flavor, but there's not a lot of octopus in it, which defeats the purpose - Seared Sesame Ahi Tuna - very nice flavor, but they only gave 6 pieces of tuna and 3 wonton chips for nearly $30 - Cedar Plank Salmon - best thing we got. It's the only dish that had the perfect amount of everything and was enjoyable to eat. The cedar gives the salmon a very nice flavor - Port Wine Glazed Pork Osso Bucco - disgusting mushroom risotto. Pork was undercooked so we had to send it back to be fixed. Came back cooked correctly and tasted decent. They gave a good amount of pork. This place is ridiculously pricey for the small amount you get for most of the dishes. Lots of issues with our visit and it just isn't a relaxing place to eat with how loud it gets. 2.5 stars overall.

So delish! Sat at the bar which is always cool to get to watch them cook! Had the naan, salad and…read moresteak which were all incredible. The potatoes that came with the steak were absolutely delish and probs some of the best I've ever had. Finished with the goat cheese and fig dessert which was so tasty and the perfect end to the night. Will def be back!

Had a great time dining at The Restorative in Dunedin. This is such a perfect date night spot…read more Everything we ordered was amazing and you can really tell how much care goes into each dish. We even got to meet the owner who is also the chef. Super cool guy and very welcoming which made the experience feel extra special. We sat at the bar seating where you can watch the kitchen in action and it made the night even more fun. It kind of gave me Rooster & the Till vibes with the open kitchen energy and intimate setup. They serve wine and beer only which honestly fits the cozy and thoughtfully curated feel of the place really well. Great food great atmosphere and a unique dining experience overall. I would absolutely come back again and highly recommend it if you are looking for something a little different in Dunedin. What I ordered: - house made naan bread - chicken veloute, potato tortellini, carmalized onions, egg yolk (gives only 1 tortellini. Wish they added more) - ricotta gnocchi, brown butter, sage, prosciutto - beef short rib, mushroom and onion tart, parsnip, black garlic (really good!! must order!!)

Delicious Breakfast place on the causeway by Honeymoon island. Met Brenda. She is so sweet and…read morewelcoming. Her staff were amazing as well. The food was so delicious. Can't wait to go back.

I ordered over the phone for a bagel breakfast sandwich with scrambled egg cheddar cheese and…read moresausage patty on a toasted everything bagel. Plus an order of home fries with gravy. Plus they said they take cash or credit and it was for a pickup order that I was going to pick up. It was a good breakfast and I would order from there again.

This is one of the nicest restaurants on Clearwater Beach. It's attached to the Sand pearl resort…read moreand is truly a five star experience. The ambience gives off a luxury restaurant and has a dining room and also a bar area. The view of the sunset is amazing! We started off with some sushi appetizers, which were delicious and the scallops were amazing and so tender. Then we had the watermelon salad which was delicious and then also the salmon which had nuts in it and was surprisingly a good combination. Then we finished off with decaf lattes, and the cookie and ice cream, which were so gooey and yummy. We had amazing service from the host to our server to everyone we talk to in between. Would recommend this place over and over again, cannot wait to go back!

This is a difficult review. We went for Sushi and it was definitely not the best. Never again…read more Having said that, probably need to return and try something different. Overpriced for sure, Cowboy ribeye for $92. Ambiance was 5-star. Nice place to stop by for a drink and pay 5 star price for a 4 star experience.

Very large, bright clean atmosphere. We sat at the bar which felt more like an old diner would…read more The serve came to us right away and took our order. It was 8:30 in the morning on a Saturday but not very busy yet. I had an Irish coffee and my husband had a bloody Mary. We both loved our drinks very much and the server even went out of her way to top my Irish coffee with whipped cream, caramel and chocolate drizzle. I highly recommend. Also the mix for the bloody Mary was great according to my husband who can be picky about those. I ordered the country skillet with scrambled eggs and it was superb. Very large so if you're not a big eater great dish to split. My husband just got the two egg breakfast and that was plenty for him as well. Overall we were very happy with our visit and will definitely come back for breakfast again. I should add it is also on the way to honeymoon Island in a strip mall by the Causeway so convenient location if you're headed out that way early in the day.

This place really has everything going for it. Great location, staff that is friendly and busts…read moretheir butt making rounds, AND the food is pretty dang good. Ample parking since it is in a pretty big shopping mall like building. Fun watching the seagulls do low fly by's and i can't believe noone has had a ground level bird strike! I had a variety of cheaper and smaller breakfast foods to get updated pictures and they were really good without weighing you down. We normally stopped in around 11am to noon and were able to sit right down. They have quite a bit of seating so it would probably have to be super busy to not get in and get seated.

Katelyn was an awesome bartender and food was amazing as well as her great service ! Will be coming…read moreback again !

Came here for some eats after another beach day Saturday and I was please with the spot, it's…read morelocated on a marina on the Gulf. They were busy, which is always a good sign, so there was a 20 minute wait because I wanted sit outside on the marina, but they give you a buzzer to hold for when your table is ready, I sat at the bar and had a Green Tea shot until then, which was good. I had the crab soup as an appetizer and is was very creamy and delicious. I had the Chicken Marsala topped with sautéed mushrooms and Loaded Garlic Mashed Potatoes. Mashed potato's came out a little cold, but it was all good..I was sitting outside anyways. The vibe was laid back with live music to listen to throughout your whole meal, the live singer sounded really good, and just sung over music than having a band. Oddly, they have a random pool and hot tub lol! I was told it used to be a hotel at one point, but hey..people actually use it though! All-In-All good food, great vibes and a great view!

PHENOMENAL!! I've lived here four years and never once walked through the door. The nights of…read moreindulgence I've missed are honestly shameful. Upon entering, I was struck by how small the space was, but it's cozy and intimate, and I understand exactly why it's been voted the most romantic restaurant around. It was our wedding anniversary, and we were acknowledged for 22 years of marital bliss. We were seated in the back left corner booth - THE prime table for two, right next to the sommelier station. We were promptly greeted by Sean, our server. There are some people you just know, from the moment they greet you, will take great care of you all evening. Sean has that rare tableside manner that blends personality, hospitality, and professionalism that exemplify the truly elevated dining experience. His presentation of the menu was practically an oration, painting a vivid picture of each dish, activating the cephalic phase of digestion. We started with his recommendation, a goat cheese bite for hors d'oeuvres. I'm still not sure what the base was, but it set the tone as the catalyst for every flavor that followed. For starters, my wife and I both chose the bisque: an onion-and-potato-based delight. I honestly don't remember what was in it, and honestly, I didn't care; it was perfection. From there, my wife went with the Black Pearl salad while I opted for the Caesar, curious to try their take on the classic. Her choice was the clear winner. The Caesar was generous and beautifully plated, but not the standout of the night. During his presentation, Sean claimed the filet was the best in Tampa Bay. Naturally, we had to find out for ourselves. Served Pittsburgh style, it did not disappoint - the heavy char deepened the juicy, flavor-packed bite with every cut. Best filet in Tampa Bay? It has my endorsement! Finally, dessert. We finished strong with the Banana Foster, a recipe with origins from the owner's grandmother. We also went with the Tarte Tatin, reportedly the most popular dessert on the menu for the past 18 years, per Sean. Once again, extraordinary. We're used to heading into Tampa or St. Pete for elevated dining. So happy we found this "pearl" right in our own backyard. Take my money!

Wow! Incredible! Perfection! Amazing experience! I would…read moregive more than 5 stars if possible! This is a very small venue with limited tables so make sure you get a reservation. You get very personal service and luxury experience. We had hors d'oeuvres, wine service, appetizers, bread service and our main meals. We also ended with desserts we all shared. Absolute 5 star food and service! Cannot recommend highly enough! What an incredible find!

Discovered this restaurant today and we really enjoyed it. We stopped in for late afternoon lunch,…read morewe were greeted immediately and seated immediately. The climate inside was just right and our server greeted us fairly quickly. We ordered the Crafted Burger with cheese and fries. ($13), This isn't your Momma's Meatloaf ($18) and Fish & Chips ($18). The fish and chips were really tasty, crisp and not greasy. The Meatloaf is a huge serving with fried Inions on top, mashed potatoes and carrots. It is plated beautifully and very very tasty. Out of everything, the Meatloaf was our favorite entree. We really enjoy the look and feel of the restaurant and hope they decide to expand into the greater Orlando area. CJ was our server and he was charming and as attentive as we wanted/needed.

Service was terrific - thank you Daniel & team! Atmosphere was great. Crafts martinis on Thursday…read morefor the special $8/ea must be premade. The oaxacan was not my speed but I think good if you like tequila forward. The peach one that has "spice" is extremely star anise forward, which reminded us of pho. I think they're premade so they're not great honestly. The wings were good though!