My favorite restaurant in Grand Central! Great food, great service, nice atmosphere.read more

Found this jewel today and omg I am so happy I did! I came in cus of a chicken katsu review but…read moresince I didn't look over the menu I wasn't too sure what I'd get. Wow. First let me preface that Asian cuisines are my top tier food choices. I am very snobby about it to be honest. I'm very pleased by the fusion here! I had a Thai yum steak salad Thai hot and yesss the flavors were so perfect! Sweet salty Spicy sour crunchy soft all of it! Devine! Husband got the duck ramen and it came out picture perfect. I could smell the aroma of the broth and my mouth began to water! I don't care for ramen except for those rare exceptions but let me tell you this was it! The duck quality was fresh not over roasted like some places where it's days old but it was perfect! The fruit soda was nice and they had a great selection of bobas. I don't drink alcohol anymore but would have loved a non alcoholic corona or Sam Adam's but they don't offer any. This would be my only request for an improved experience. Service was excellent! Sat at the bar and the bartender was friendly and attentive the other wait staff was friendly as I complimented the food as enjoyed it. I eat Thai so much I can order it hot in Thai and I was giggling with a server pet mok mok make it hot! lol

I don't eat burgers often, although I love them, so when I do it's gotta be good…read more We went to Engine No 9 for the 4th of July, and it was outstanding! We arrived at 5:30 and it was packed, but a table opened for us within two minutes. The ambiance was awesome, with each table having its own miniTV! Guests didn't have to choose between watching Wimbledon or the World Cup (or anything else they chose). Such a clever idea and probably great for entertaining kids, too. The server was prompt and friendly, and we got our drinks and app ordered immediately. We split the corn dog as an appetizer (felt right for 4th of July), and my husband declared it was one of the best he ever had. A great ratio of the sweet fried dough and salty hot dog. Definitely a reasonable portion to split as an appetizer and still have room for an entree. We got the tomato and corn salad as a side, which was a nice palate cleanser. I got the bacon cheeseburger (sub a pretzel bun, which you can absolutely do) and my husband got the Van Helsing. Both were excellent. He got regular fries and I got sweet potato fries and a side salad, also fantastic. My meal was exactly what I wanted - a classically delicious cheeseburger (I removed the bacon and put it on my side salad, which I highly recommend). My husband's had perfectly cooked garlic cloves and a nice zest with the jalapeños. They also had a great tap list to go wash everything down! We left stuffed but not feeling like we were going to die. It was a wonderful experience for start to finish and we'll be back!

Went here based on reviews and recommendations and it did not disappoint. I was lucky to get a seat…read moreat the bar because it was packed at 6 pm on a Friday night. I got the crispy duck wings (and do not know why I didn't take a picture ) but they were very crispy and very good. They came with 2 sauces, which I did not try because they said they were a bit spicy and I don't like spicy, but they were plenty good on their own. I ordered the One Bad Pig with a side of sweet potato fries and of course had to get an extra side of tator tots because I love them. The burger was very good and juice, hard to eat because it's so big, but I managed to do it. The tots were crispy just like I like them and the fries were your typical sweet potato fries but very good. The service was attentive and good and it seemed to be a local crowd and was a nice vibe. It is off the beaten path so not too touristy but the locals know about it so it gets crowded. I highly recommend this place for a burger if you are wanting one!!

Many years ago, when we lived in Atlanta Georgia my family had an absolute favourite spot to dine…read more That place was called Po Folks. It had family style meals on long tables that felt like you joined multiple families at a big feast. We were giant fans of their fried chicken and their hush puppies. Unfortunately, like so many restaurants Po Folks closed their doors forever and our favourite dining place became only a memory. That was until we visited my sister in Saint Petersburg, Florida. While looking for a local restaurant, lo and behold, we found a Po folks! Upon further investigation we found that there are five Po Folks restaurants still in existence and except for the Saint Petersburg location all are in northern Florida. With our expectations off the chart, understanding that memories are often better than the actual events, we visited the Saint Petersburg's Po Folks Restaurant. Although the decor was somewhat different (not as large and the old white and blue chequered design is now red and white), we're happy to report that the food was just as good. The Service: Our server was delightful and happy to hear about our previous experience. She made sure our new experience was just as delightful with our glasses always full and our every request fulfilled in a timely manner. The ambiance.: Po folks is set up to feel like a family dining picnic. Designed to feel like a family dining picnic, it's feel is quite a change from the typical Metro Restaurant experience. The design matches the type of 'cookin' and friendly service to a tee. The food: How we initially found the Saint Petersburg Po Folks came about by a challenge we have faced since our move to Florida and that is finding a well-made whole catfish. In Texas there were many restaurants that offered whole (not filets) catfish to choose from. Not in Florida where we have not found a single restaurant that offers whole catfish. But lo and behold, Po Folks came up when we made our "whole catfish" search. Although not quite as large a catfish as what we are used to in Texas, the catfish was delightfully moist and flaky and easily came off the bone. The fried chicken and fried okra were just as fantastic as we remembered and the hush puppies were moist and a bit sweet, just as we love them. We also tried their lemonade which was well balanced (not too tart or too sweet.). We're sad that there is no Po Folks down in the south Florida area but as my sister said "we'll now be seeing a lot more of you, just be sure to stop in and visit with us along with your visit to Po folks."

The food was fantastic! The food came out very quickly for a party of more than 30. I had the…read moreblackened fish samwich which I would eat again. The sweet tea isn't so sweet. The service was great. It feels like home inside. The bathrooms were clean although still older. I definitely would come back to try more food and recommend anyone to eat here. I was very satisfied.

After watching sunrise on the beach I was starving! My friend said she knew a casual place for…read morebreakfast that would be able to serve me the Bloody Mary I needed! And boy, oh boy, was she right! Kissin' Cuzzins isn't just for family members bring your friends! Our server was super nice and we chatted like long time friends and he brought our drinks and food asap! When I ordered I actually said, it all looks so good I want one of everything on the menu! I didn't order all the items on the menu but I ordered so much we have leftovers for lunch! I highly recommend the fried green tomatoes and the okra! Those are two things that have to be cooked to perfection and yes, they were! The cook at this restaurant knows what he's doing in the kitchen, that's for sure! On the top of the yummy list are the sausage gravy and biscuits, grits, BLT with bacon cooked the way it should be... not too soft, not too crispy. Goldilocks would definitely steal it off the plates of the three bears! Whatever you order just know you're at the right restaurant for a delicious meal and you'll be satisfied when you walk out the door!

We were vacationing in St. Pete's to see the Phillies play during Spring Training. While looking up…read morebreakfast spots on Yelp, this place stood out because it had so many positive reviews. Inside, it looks like a classic diner, and the staff were friendly, which made for a welcoming atmosphere. That said, the food itself was a bit "meh." The biscuits were definitely the highlight, but nothing else really stood out. The grits in particular were a bit overcooked and had a very gummy texture. With so many other breakfast options in the area, we might skip this one on a future visit.

Amazing food! Had a bowl with jerk chicken that was perfectly cooked and spiced. Will be back…read moreagain!

I made my own bowl with stewed chicken, mango slaw, coconut rice, pickled onion and plantains and…read moreit was delicious! My husband ordered from another vendor and enjoyed his meal as well. Both chefs were incredibly nice. Parking was easy and it's in a cute arts district. Definitely worth checking out!

Me and my family are down visiting from NY. came To maple street biscuit on Central in st Pete's…read more we came here twice on our visit. The food is AMAZING. THE SERVICE IS AMAZING. one of the best places I have ever eaten at. 10/10 will recommend

maple street biscuit is my my go to great food outstanding service and super affordable with large…read morequantities of food great place

I stopped by Heavy's right as they were opening one Sunday morning right as they were opening. A…read morecouple people were in line and the staff greeted me in a friendly manner. I ordered the yams, collard greens, turkey legs, yellow rice, and cornbread came with it. Everything was delicious!! I first tried Heavy's several years ago (pre-pandemic) when they stopped by my apartment complex and I couldn't believe how good the food was. I lost track of where they were located for a while and so happy when I found out they were still established in Tampa Bay. It's a drive for me to get to St. Pete but so worth it! I can't wait to try their other options next time I'm in the area. Also, their price compared to the portion size is very good!

Support your locals (even when you're out of town):…read more A local recommended Heavy's to me and I went three days in a row! I took some photos of what I had that I feel speak for themselves. The people serving you are genuine and everything is made daily. The story of how they got started is also very touching. If you're visiting St. Pete it's worth it!

10/10 would recommend. It was soo tasty and delicious with good seasoning. It's quaint inside run…read moreand very small business. They have amazing authentic drinks as well. I got a ginger beer that was one of the best I've had. Super friendly service and I was skeptical with German food but well worth the visit!

If you're looking for authentic German food, check out German Knodle! It's a hidden gem right on…read moreCentral Ave. There's street parking available. I'd go on a weekday versus weekend. There's interior and exterior seating available. I like the chicken schnitzel. Service is also great!