We wandered into The Ball Joint and thoroughly enjoyed our experience. I chose 6 meatballs with 3…read moredifferent sauces. I enjoyed sampling the sauces and it was all delicious. My husband also enjoyed his Cajun Meatballs and Fettuccine. The restaurants sits right on the Pinellas bike trail, so plan a stop during your next ride!

I didn't just eat at The Ball Joint--I had a full-blown flavor encounter. From the moment I walked…read morein, the vibe hit that sweet spot between chill neighborhood joint and creative food lab. The space feels alive--music low enough for conversation, but high enough to keep the energy fun. Now, the food. Whoever's in that kitchen clearly cares about their craft. Every bite of my meal felt intentional--the kind of cooking that tells you someone's actually proud of what they plate. The texture, the seasoning, that balance of savory heat and crisp freshness--it's the kind of food that makes you look around the table just to say, "Yo, are you tasting this too?" The staff deserves a shoutout, too. Friendly without being fake, attentive without hovering. They made me feel like a regular even though it was my first visit. If you're the kind of person who loves discovering those local gems where passion meets comfort food, this is it. St. Pete's got plenty of spots to eat, but The Ball Joint is one of the rare ones you remember. Go to there website: https://www.wewantballs.com/ Truly amazing food experience!!

The 3 of us went here for Brunch yesterday and it was a great start to our day!…read more Our server Cat was amazing as she provided some great insight on the menu and throughout was an amazing experience has her as our server. Thank you. We started with their Masa pancakes which gave a thick yet light taste to it. That lemon and blueberry combo was the bomb. The wife has the Tuna Tosadas which were fresh and flavorful! It was so good. I had the Chorizo Verde Tacos which was soooo good that I ate all 3. I ordered a side of home fries but I didn't even need them. Their coffee was amazing too and I forgot where it was from but again ... bomb. We'll def be back in the future and next time get some cocktails!

3.9‑Star Review (Weeknight Dinner, St. Pete)…read more I'm a St. Pete local and would rate this place 3.9 stars - not quite a 4. We had a reservation for six and didn't realize that meant mandatory patio seating, which was extremely hot with loud fans. For the prices, the seating was a letdown, and the $13 mocktails felt steep for this area. The food ranged from amazing to just okay: * Korean BBQ Chicken Sandwich -- wow * Classic Cheeseburger -- really good * Piri Chicken -- not good * Mushroom Paella -- pretty good * Goat Cheese Blossoms -- I loved them, others didn't * Tom Yum Shrimp -- really good * Rosemary Fries -- inconsistent but delicious * Summer Cobb Gem Lettuce -- delicious Our group of six was split: 1 wouldn't return, 2 would consider another chance, 2 liked it and said of course will be back, and 1 thought it was five stars. The service was great, and the dishes that hit were really good - but the heat, pricing, and inconsistency kept it under four stars for me. It was after work so drinking was not the main event so no real information on the cocktails.

Stopped by The Burg Bar & Grill for lunch today, and it definitely did not disappoint!…read more We started with the onion rings, and they gave us a huge portion compared to most places. They were crispy, flavorful, and perfect for sharing. For my meal, I ordered the Philly cheesesteak with their homemade fries. The cheesesteak was packed with flavor, the meat was tender, and the cheese was melted perfectly. The homemade fries were crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and paired perfectly with the sandwich. My coworker ordered one of their burgers with homemade chips and said it was cooked to perfection. The burger was juicy, and the homemade chips were fresh and had a great crunch. The atmosphere really stood out too. The restaurant has a fun, laid-back vibe with dollar bills covering the walls, great music playing throughout, and TVs showing the soccer matches, which made for an enjoyable lunch experience. If you're looking for a great local spot in St. Pete with excellent food, generous portions, and a fun atmosphere, The Burg Bar & Grill is definitely worth checking out. We'll definitely be back!

Dude. Super big fan. We all loved our meals, including a very picky eater. It was a good choice…read moreafter a day of exploring. 24.05.2026

This has become another must stop at when we are in town. They always have a great selection of…read morebeers on tab and this go round, they actually had their own cider on tap as well. They do not always have their own cider. Sometimes they partner with a local business. Staff is super friendly. Every time we've come in here bartenders are always more than happy to chitchat with you. Share stories of the beer how it was crafted and brewed and we find most of the people who are in here are also really friendly as well. Because it is located on one of the main drags in Saint Pete - parking can be a challenge. They do have parking behind the building. It is incredibly limited and sometimes especially towards the evenings, finding parking in the street can be hard as well. I had their dry Irish cider and really enjoyed it. It definitely is on the dry side, but it was good. I did try their strawberry dry cider. It wasn't bad but when I think of strawberry cider, I want to taste the strawberry and I found that it was just a little bit light for my pallet. My husband really enjoyed the Al Czervik. It's a nice, toasty Czech dark lager.

We Brought our dog to watch March madness BB and sit outside. We ended up sitting upstairs and…read moreordered the St Petian beer which was their lightest. Really good! The 4 of us ordered multiple drinks and tons of food from LALA on the app. Convenient, easy and really good!

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!

What a beautiful place! I really loved the look and feel of it... the decor in many shades of blue…read more(books) with the brown woods... it really does look like an expensive library that you'd imagine in a mansion. The big cushioned winged chairs and seating areas gives your permission to FEEL at home, relax, sit back and enjoy yourself. The service was wonderful. They had some beautiful house-made craft cocktails with dried fruit and fresh herbs... we shared a goat cheese appetizer that was delicious ... and then we both had a French dip sandwich that was really good. My friend and I shared a warm apple crumble with real vanilla ice cream and had some cappuccinos to finish off our evening. It was all very good. I wish the menu was bigger but what they do have, they do wonderfully.

This is my new favorite bar in St. Pete. It's got a very interesting vibe to it. I like the books…read moreand the lounge feel that it has. I never order food but they have good drinks. On this visit, I order a couple old fashioneds. They were both very good. This is also a good place to come and get some work done like I did.

Consistently fresh, delicious food for years! Casita is our go to spot when we want a fresh taco…read moresalad or some amazing tacos and guacamole. We have come here for many years and will continue for many more.

A friend of mine was going to the restaurant and I asked him to bring me back a taco salad. I've…read moreeaten in many Mexican restaurants over the years and have had some very good and some not so very good taco salads but I have to say, without a doubt, that that taco salad was the WORST that I've ever had, ever! If there was anything that was good about it it would have to be the radish slice (which I also have to say that I've never seen in a taco salad). 'Nuff said ..

Engine No. 9 was fantastic! The food was absolutely delicious, the staff was friendly and…read moreattentive, and the atmosphere was great. The decorations were super cute and gave the restaurant a fun vibe. Everything was also very clean and well kept. Great food, great service, great atmosphere! we would definitely go again!

Great service, nice and vibrant atmosphere with great food…read more Went in with the thought of a burger, but went with the wings. The wings were delicious, prepared perfectly and simply delicious. Opted for a draft IPA and it paired great with the wings. We also had a few salads and they were good too. Service was excellent and simply a great experience. Will go back and grab a burger on next visit.

Really enjoyed our experience at Copa! Our waiter was definitely a highlight. He was super…read morefriendly, attentive, and checked on us several times throughout the evening while we were seated outside. The food was good, and I really enjoyed the jerk chicken. I substituted the beans for double rice, and it was a great choice. The hookah was also good, and the music created a fun atmosphere. There was a live DJ playing, and we were hoping to sit on that side of the restaurant to get more of the full nightlife experience, but unfortunately we weren't able to. We ended up enjoying the outdoor seating, though. It had a cute, quaint feel that fit right in with downtown St. Pete. Overall, good food, good music, good hookah, and a nice atmosphere for a night out.

So this has become one of my favorite places in DTSP. Some nights they have a live DJ and they…read morealways bring a vibe. The drinks are always amazing. Usually we catch our now favorite bartender Javon and he makes a mean Lemon Lychee! I also love that they have hookah here. It seems like there aren't many places in the area that have hookah and sometimes I don't feel like driving to Tampa for it. I STILL haven't had a chance to try the food yet, but I've had friends tell me all the time that the food is fire. I'll keep coming back for sure.

Wow, what a 5 star dinner!! My family was in town for Fourth of July week, so I made a reservation…read morehere because I'd heard great things. I didn't know the history behind Urban Stillhouse, the distillery, or that we had chosen the perfect restaurant to celebrate America's birthday at! Our server was awesome, sharing stories and fun tidbits about the history of the place and its owners. I always love getting to learn about the people behind the magic!! I ordered their gin martini and it was pretty fun that it came deconstructed. Aka, add whichever olives you'd like and as much brine as your heart desires. We split a few apps- the veal meatballs, octopus... both were delish! I got the bone in filet as my main and it was great. The rest of my family loved their food as well. Excited to come back and try more in the future!!

Excellent service by Autumn. She was knowledgeable about the drink menu including the whiskey…read moreflight. I enjoyed my coconut margarita with the coconut sugar rim. Lamb was very good, though could have been slightly less pink (I ordered medium).. Crust was lovely. Good recommendation. Bison steak was also tasty and had a nice crust but was a little undercooked and bloody for medium rare. The chocolate espresso cake was moist and dense and the sauce was so good. The icing gave it a nice balance. Beautiful place and nice ambiance, with the dark wood, high ceilings, and fireplace. It is a little dark so you may need the flashlight on your phone to read the menu.