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    St. Pete's Dancing Marlin

    4.1 (287 reviews)
    ModerateAmerican, Seafood, Bars
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Happy hour specials

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    Menu Apr 2026
    Federico D.

    Great Service and music, nice area around and fair prices , patio area is great and they have drinks/beer specials every day

    Wendy B.

    Always good food here. I had the fish and chips. Nice crunch to the fish but a little skimpy on the chips. The have Blue moon on tap, which is a plus, and offer a generous 12% discount with a Texas A&M Aggie ring. Nice outdoor patio and good are inside to accommodate a large party. The service was good but she took some warming up to...all around great place!

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    Brenden K.

    I came in with two friends as a recommendation from a friend, and I was very pleasantly surprised. It's got the feel of a dive bar, which I love. The menu has a perfect variety and has a little something for everyone. There is also parking behind the restaurant. Drinks and food were very reasonably priced. Service was quick and attentive. I had the Chili Cheese dog and it was very good. Can't wait to come back and try out the rest of the menu. Keep up the good work!

    Dancing Cobb Salad
    Dez V.

    Kind of disappointed that they don't have mash potatoes! I think chicken fried steak with mash potatoes is a must but it tasted fine with the baked potato. The meat was seasoned so well. I had a lemon drop martini and a French 75, not the place to go for mixed drinks. The drinks were a 3/5. Service was fast. The food came out fast and fresh. The ambiance has hanging animals everywhere. Not a huge fan. I'd definitely return. Food was great.

    Roasted Corn Chowder
    Aldo Q.

    After the Star Fair of Texas, we had dinner at a staple of Deep Ellum. St. Pete's Dancing Marlin is one of the first places we knew back in the late 90s when we came to Dallas for the first time, and the experience was as good as I remembered from back then! A special shoutout to Collin, our server. He made us feel at home from beginning to end! Our food was excellent, and even the playlist was terrific! If you like spicy food, Pasta Diablo has your name.

    Burger and tots
    Maggie L.

    Lunch was great. One of the best burgers in town, better than you can make it home. Juicy drippy perfect. Served with a ton of tots. Excellent service.

    Dancing Cobb Salad
    Oddria R.

    Love St. Pete's forever. Best service best smiles best food best ambiance. This place has become my Sunday tradition.

    Chicken Fried Tuna Steak with veggies.
    James B.

    I trusted the bartender and got the chicken fried Tuna.... Paid off big time. Wonderful flavor. Asked for it rare and it came out more of a medium rare, I think they knew that had to happen to Cook the batter. Got the veggies and a cup of chili with it for $25. Totally worth it. Friend got Fish and Chips and highly recommend that too. Wasn't busy on a Wednesday.

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    Bea S.

    Service was the BEST I HAVE WVER HAD !!!! Thank you Collin! Food was super fresh and very great portions !!! Definitely coming back ! The portion sizes were more than anyone expected - FANTASTIC! The atmosphere is a Home fun feel!

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    Sara H.

    This place was pretty yummy & had lots of options, for food & drink. They had fun decor hanging everywhere. In some ways it felt very much like a restaurant & in other ways it felt like a bar. Jason, our waiter, was attentive, efficient & kind. The only thing I didn't love was my espresso martini. It tasted like rubbing alcohol. However, I'm almost certain I could have asked for a different drink & my complaints would have been met with kindness & service recovery.

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    Kaitlyn L.

    St Pete's is the best!!! Awesome atmosphere, great food (tuna tacos are delicious), and Pete, the owner, is a pure gem. Will definitely be a repeat customer!

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