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.

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!

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!!)

I've come here twice. It's located in a not-so-great strip mall…read more It has a very small menu and I feel like everything is pre-cooked or maybe par-cooked and they just finish it at the restaurant (no big kitchen). When I sat at the bar I saw them pulling the food out of plastic containers in the fridge and warming it back up. The portions are small and the prices high, so come knowing that. That said, the food has always tasted good. The service was okay. My biggest issue, I tried to come eat here with my pre-teen kids once after a sports game they played and was asked multiple times if I was sure this was the place I wanted to come. Did they think I can't afford it? Did they not want my kids in the restaurant? And on that note, the food is not kid-friendly really.

We have lived in FL for a few years now. We both agreed that this was the best meal that we have…read morehad since moving here. You maybe wouldn't pick the restaurant while driving by but the inside was a typical looking bistro. Dark with brick walls. Nice. We started with a nice bottle of Cabernet. One of my favorites. Chappellet. It was a bit of a splurge but not outrageous. We ordered a baguette that came with a sweet butter and an olive oil. It was delicious. We both had soup. My husband loved the soup they served that day. Beef noodle. We even took some home. I had a cup of Onion Soup and it was so good. Now the entrees. I had Beef Wellington. It was delicious. My husband had the filet mignon and he loved it. He had the pave potatoes and I had a type of augratin. Sorry, I can't remember what they were called. Also, our food was all hot when it was served which we really appreciated. Our server Savannah was new but you never would know it. She was spot on. She checked on us frequently and gave us great service. We like good food but we aren't in to a snobby atmosphere. The atmosphere and the food were perfect. We would absolutely return when we're in the area.

Greeted soon as we walked in reservation is preferred but not required we came at 5 pm during the…read more4-6 pm daily happy hour to try an app before our entrees! For the app we got the onion rings and that was good the breading was delicious nothing too crazy the happy hour price was $10 and it's a small plate. For dinner I ordered the Filet French Onion Pasta it was good with a very flavorful French onion sauce... now is it worth $45 ehhh debatable but I deff still recommend trying. We also got the mussels and the berry salad both fresh and delicious ! The decor is cute love the art work and nice chill music to go with the vibe. French music would be nice ha !

I'm so happy this outdoor restaurant is located at the hotel we are staying at as it came highly…read morerecommended and I can see why! While at the beach we started to get hungry so me and my princess decided to grab an early dinner after a day of long travel and the hotel receptionist said " go eat outside at the sandbar!" Brianna was our server and was amazing ! She made my little one a Shirley temple which she loved and kept the cold beers coming for me . We ordered shrimp cocktail for appetizers and wings then I decided on the grouper sandwich with a side salad and fries and mini cheeseburger sliders and fries for my little one. We enjoyed our view of the ocean and stayed after we ate and got to see dolphins swimming near by. We will definitely be having lunch here a few more times before we leave. Fish is fresh caught and so good I'm already thinking about dinner lol ! 10/10!

Great place! Been here twice now and it does not disappoint. Great views, good food and a lively…read moreatmosphere. Came here with my fam in late June 2026. We had drinks to start; my 20 year old and 16 year old had soda. Wife had a Coroner and I have the spicy jalepeno margarita. All was great! We did not get apps, but there are lots of choices. For mains I had the Birria tacos with onion rings. One daughter had the same. Great taste, but if I had to do it over I would get a side of salad or coleslaw as it was a lot of fried on my plate. That said, finished it all! My other daughter had the chicken Cesar salad and loved it. Chicken was very tasty. My wife had the grouper basket. She thought it was tasty and hit the spot. Service was not bad but not great. Just not friendly. Overall a great stop. Be prepared you are outside and if the weather turns you are on the hook. Also, no reservations so first come first serve! Go. Here.

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.

Context: I'm here in Dunedin to visit my sweet 88 yr old Mom and my dear Brother. Cafe Alfresco has…read morebeen their favorite restaurant for over a decade. My Brother lives in St Pete and takes our Mom to eat there or calls in for take-out at least 2-3 times per month. We arrived tonight (Thursday) around 7:45 PM to bypass the dinner rush. Walking in to be seated, I noticed several empty tables that had not yet been cleared with several people waiting outside to be seated. I was told "there will be at least a 10-15 minute wait, to give my name, and to wait outside." I thought maybe there were enough people waiting already to take up the empty tables, but that wasn't the case. We sat outside in the cold waiting and watching the guy stand at the bar doing nothing to help bus the empty tables, some of which were right by the window. After 15 minutes or more, we were finally called in last walking by the same uncleared tables, led to another table as the table cloth was being placed on it, no menus, no apology for the extra long (unnecessary) wait outside in the cold. When we finally placed our order, we waited some more. Finally our server said "there was a mix up and our order had not gone through." When Mom's favorite seared salmon finally arrived, it was dry and overcooked. I have never written a bad review on Yelp in my life. But, I hated to see my precious Mom & Brother treated this way. Loyal customers should not be taken for granted.

We picked this restaurant because of the gluten free menu we saw online. We came here for lunch on…read morea Sunday. We were quickly seated. I was really disappointed with the menu. It wasn't coded with allergies anymore. The server said she would help me with the gluten free options. I ended up ordering a tuna salad because I wasn't sure what was really considered gluten free. The tuna salad was ok not great. The tuna was cooked a little too much for me. I was afraid to try the dressings.The server was super nice. The ambiance was cute and clean.

Small, dimly lit Irish pub that seemed very popular with the locals. Limited but adequate seating…read moreand an eclectic mix of music. The service was a bit slow as the bartender was the server as well. But he was nice. The Guinness is served tall foamy and dark (as is proper). I had the Fish and Chips. The fish was crispy and flavorful, but portions of the fish were a tad mushy. However, the steak fries were awesome - tender crispy outside, soft inside, salted just right. Suggest to lightly dip these in tartar sauce We also had The Flanagan sandwich. This had tasty corned beef complimented with slaw and pickles. Served on a yummy pretzel bun. If you're looking for some good Irish fare, this might be the place.

Great Irish bar, good food, friendly service, small dining space! The menu has lots of…read moreIrish-inspired options and Smithwick's and Guinness is on tap. Fish and chips were tasty, and you can't go wrong with a Reuben or a Rachel! Dunedin is a busy place on the weekends and the bar was packed- tables are in the bar area and other patrons were not mindful of the people there to dine for an early Saturday dinner. If you are there to have a meal and chat, you might be hard pressed. However, if you're there for a nice pint and pub grub with friends or hanging with fellow fans after a baseball game, this is the perfect spot!

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!