"Is this place worth it?" YES. Point blank, period, YES. Menu is short and small, but man was…read moreeverything good. My table ordered family style and got to try most of the menu. We started with the Baby Gem Caesar and Parm Fries. Then we moved on to the Fritto Misto, Insalata di Mare, and Roasted Octopus. All great starters! For our entrees, we went with the Prime Ribeye and Squid Ink Chitarra. The steak was cooked to perfection and the pasta tasted so fresh! Absolutely loved everything we ordered. Aside from the food, the drinks, the decor, the ambiance -- everything is just to die for. The only thing to note is that, while you're waiting for your table and its busy, there's not really anywhere to wait. We ended up standing outside in the hotel hallway for what seems like forever because the bars and tabletops were all taken up along with the waiting tables. So, just have some patience.

This review is specifically for DESSERT, because WOW. My friends and I wanted a little nightcap so…read morewe stopped in and got seated quickly. It is ALWAYS a good practice to ask the server for dessert recs because odds are, they're going to suggest something you'd never consider and thank goodness she did. She suggested the Pistachio Ricotta Torta and the amaretto cookie gelato, so we got both of those as well as some chocolate gelato. I am not typically an amaretto girlie, but that gelato was arguably the best I've ever had. Never had anything like it before, truly phenomenal. The chocolate was great too, really some of the better gelato I've had, but that amaretto cookie flavor with the little cookie pieces... truly DIABOLICAL!!!! The torta was also so delicious!!

Our second visit, we brought family from out of town. Apps-of Roasted Octopus & Truffle Fries…read moreMeals- Braised Shortribs Mushroom cav / W seared scallops Lamb lollipops w/ side of Brussel Sprouts 2 - Braised Shortribs Spicy Crabmeat Pasta dish Drinks - Pelligrino x2 Seated Immediately in one of the back rooms, they appreciate a call ahead although not a reservation it helps them prepare for your party. Service was excellent, this team of "OG's" work together and help each other out, which makes for a great atmosphere of camaraderie and it's fantastic! Food was excellent, our server was quick with menu recommendations and great with upselling a few menu items! This is why we comeback again. Get in here and try them out! Party of 5 with tip ran about 340$ and we were happy to pay it! Bravo. You have made our "Top Five" regular rotation list! Keep up the good work!

I think I have a new favorite spot in downtown St Petersburg! Great intimate atmosphere, lovely…read morestaff and a really creative menu. Glasses of wine were reasonably priced and my cavatelli with roasted mushrooms was divine. They have a set menu as well as a changing in season specialty menu to choose from. I'm already looking forward to our next visit!

Today I had brunch here, and it did not disappoint. Matt welcomed me and told me I could sit…read moreanywhere, so I chose a cozy booth. I started with an adult beverage he made that was really good, then had the chicken and waffles along with a house salad dressed with lemon vinaigrette. and everything was delicious. The food, the service, and even the atmosphere all felt on point. The restrooms were clean and the space was well kept, which added to the comfort of the experience. It ended up being a really enjoyable midweek treat on a Wednesday.

Food, service, ambience was great. We went for lunch. Had…read moreshrimp and grits. It was so delicious. Watch out for 20% service charge already included.

What a wonderful find!!…read more I took my mom to a Rays game for Mother's Day & we decided to grab some lunch first. After a quick search on Yelp, we landed on The Library. Everything about this restaurant was 5 stars. The service, the seating, the food, the ambiance. Everything! Highly recommend if you're in the area. :)

Great experience with a twist!…read more Food 8.0 Vibe 8.9 Service 8.7 Overall 8.4 This place definitely has his own theme and vibe and it sticks to it. A straightforward menu gives a decent variety and the chef delivered on the flavor. We had the egg Benedict the Gudda grits, and the (not so) French toast. Overall, the food was delicious, but I was extremely disappointed with the "French toast" for some reason, the chef opted for not doing an egg/milk bath for their French toast, which to me is a grave mistake, who wants to dry French toast? This liberty could be excused, and tolerable for the sake of creativity and innovation, IF it was openly, shared on the menu, or by the server. However, this came to a COMPLETE surprise to me AFTER ordering and receiving it. I've never had DRY French toast, nor do I ever wish to again despite the tasty toppings and well executed cinnamon butter cream, it was still not an enjoyable experience, especially if you're expecting classic French toast. That said the eggs Benedict was phenomenal. The pork is perfectly cooked. The biscuits are light and fluffy. And the sauce was immaculate. The Gudda grits surprise me while not being creamy in the same way of grit, I've had in the past, these retained their grit structure, but it kind of melted in your mouth, providing that creamy texture and they add chopped bacon and a sweet I would guess type of reduction in just the right amount to balance the flavor of the Gudda. I do wish they had sausage and hash browns. But it's not that kind of place. My last complaint would be in the potatoes that come with the Benedict. Whatever other option, they have picked those get anything, but those ours came undercooked, and they refried them for us, and they still were just below average which for a place like this. I expected more. Overall, not a bad place. The coffee was phenomenal. I had a dirty Matcha, and it was perfectly executed. Prices aren't terrible for what you'd expect from downtown St Pete at a fancy place, so I was happy. Service was good and friendly. After I expressed my dissatisfaction with the French toast, the manager came over and offered his apologies and remove the item from my bill, even offered to bring us something else, and to have a beverage to go to make up for it. However, I was at the end of our mail and I was ready to get going with the rest of my day, so I said thank you and we departed. Overall, I will not come back for French toast but that eggs Benedict. I would definitely come back and try something else as well. Give it a shot. Just DONT get the French toast. If you like normal French toast.

It's really impressive how this small place with the tiniest kitchen is able to put out such…read moreamazing food that rivals some of the best in the area. This little gem is St Pete's best kept culinary secret! Seating is exceptionally limited...literally 1 communal table and the chef's table (seats 6) which is actually the bar, where if you are lucky enough to score a reservation, is the best seat of all because you can interact with the kitchen and watch them in action. I almost didn't want to post this review, tempted to keep this one to myself!

This is by far one of the most amazing hidden gems in St Pete Bay Area! Super cozy only 12 people…read moresitting at any given night. Chef is just super enthusiastic and creative! Ambiance cozy friendly hip! Food outstanding wine very good! Overall top tier!

Rachel D was an absolute sweetheart! Hands down some of the best customer service I've…read moreexperienced...very patient, professional, and well-spoken. Side note: one of the management team members looked like Johnny from 54 Ultra... certified baddie

After a visit to the nearby Museum Of Fine Arts, a brunch here was like icing on a cake…read more Nice atmosphere, friendly service and a great selection of great food and beverages. Highly recommended. Looking forward to returning and trying some of the other dishes.

I'm staying at the AC Marriott and didn't want to go far to get food, so decided to try out the…read morerooftop bar. It's quite spacious and there is lots of seating available both inside and out. The staff was friendly and with it being a Tuesday evening, it wasn't busy at all. I ordered the tostones coronado con camarones. It was actually a pretty decent serving of food and it was tasty, definitely ask for a side of the sauce because they don't put enough! I can't speak on their alcohol as I don't drink alcohol, but I did get one of their mocktails and it was fine. Nice views, and a cute place to hang out with your friends/family/coworkers!

-parking was super easy (it's down the block from a parking garage)…read more - the restaurant is at the top of the hotel building it's in Walking into the restaurant the ambiance is STUNNING. Walls are beautiful and the furniture and lighting really set the mood. They have outdoor seating (which is where we ate) you can see the water with a slightly obstructed view. The food during lunch time was brunch food and it was very flavorful and fresh. Cocktail choices were amazing and we had great drinks while there. Server was busy but still very nice. I would highly recommend making a reservation if you go past 4pm.

The service was great, and their recommendations were spot on. Ordered the jalapeño cheddar sausage…read moreas the menus stated they are all made in their kitchen. It was delicious and so was the mustard it came with. My partner usually doesn't like mustard but he said this one complimented the sausage well. We sat inside by the kitchen so we had the pleasure of seeing all the food look and smelling delicious as it left the kitchen. Outside seating is also available. Everything we ordered was amazing. Only regret was not coming in my actual birthday for the free meal.

Stillwaters Tavern is a St. Pete spot I keep coming back to, and this visit was another solid one…read moreoverall! We started with the crispy pork belly, which looked a little on the drier side when it arrived but don't let that fool you, the brown sugar bourbon glaze it was dressed in was delicious. Really enjoyed it as a starter. The tavern burger came highly recommended as one of their best dishes, and while it was a good burger, it didn't quite blow us away. Surprisingly mild on flavor despite the toppings, and it's a BIG boy... which I know some people love, but I tend to prefer a smash burger so I'll take partial responsibility for that note! The fries, however, were excellent... textured, crispy, exactly how fries should be. The real standout of the visit was the chilaquiles (the chef's brunch special). It ran a little dry, but the flavors more than made up for it. The combination of crunchy tortilla chips, smoky sauce, pickled onions, egg, avocado, and cilantro all together was just so good... my boyfriend was equally obsessed. Would absolutely order again. Service was great and overall had a really enjoyable visit... Stillwaters continues to deliver a solid experience and I'll keep coming back!

St. Pete is full of great places to eat and Wild Child is near the top of that list for me…read more The location itself has a nice cozy indoor seating section but with limited seating I'm glad we had a reservation. There is outdoor seating as well however. The drinks were all great and I wish I could remember what they were, but the bartender did a great job and they were all delicious with generous pours. I do remember we tried the Bad Bunny and the Paloma, but I ended up switching to regular margaritas which were well done. I docked 1 star for food simply because the menu is pretty small, but I loved the Korean Fried Chicken Sandwich and my dinner date liked their salad. I'd definitely come back again and just hope that maybe the menu rotates or gets updated regularly.

Well done. I really…read moreenjoy this place. Like a lot a lot. I mean come on. Look at the spread. My friends are frequent flyers here and I was so lucky to tag along. These guys are seasoned pro's and based off the style of how we ordered, it showed. The food was unreal, a wide variety of dishes all delivering to the top mark. Handhelds, fork and knife and even some spoons were involved for this meal. I loved it. I sat outside and it felt great. Tons of fans, a good vibe, I felt like I was on a lil vacation. It felt like I should have been eating what I was, where I was. Such a good experience. Such good food and even better company. Come on down, don't be a fool. This place kicks.

After a really disappointing Mother's Day experience elsewhere, we were lucky enough to grab a…read morelast-minute reservation at Sauvignon Wine Locker & Trattoria -- and it completely turned our day around. My mom hadn't eaten all day, so we made the 30-minute drive to St. Pete hoping for a better experience, and it was absolutely worth it. From the moment we arrived, Chris and his team took amazing care of us. The hospitality, attentiveness, and overall atmosphere made us feel genuinely welcomed and appreciated. What could have ended as a ruined Mother's Day became a memorable brunch thanks to the team at Sauvignon. Big shout out to Chris and everyone there for going above and beyond. Excellent service makes all the difference, and we truly appreciated it.

Sauvignon Wine Locker is a great hidden gem on Central Avenue. You enter through an alley and go up…read morea flight of stairs to the restaurant, which overlooks Central Ave. It's not a large space, but it feels cozy and inviting. The menu is fairly limited, but their house-made pastas are out of this world! I had one of their specials featuring pasta and airline chicken, which was excellent. My friend ordered another pasta dish, her husband had the fish special and my husband ordered the filet, which was cooked perfectly for him. Portions are on the smaller side, but still very filling. My husband and I each started with a Caesar salad. I forgot to ask for it without anchovies, and they gave the salad a very strong, fishy flavor. If you're not a big anchovy fan like me, I'd recommend ordering it without. Service was excellent for a busy Friday night. Our server was friendly and helped guide us with wine recommendations. He was spot on, and the wines paired beautifully with the meals we chose. Definitely a great spot for a cozy dinner in the heart of Central Ave.