Wow. What an amazing spot. We went to the beach and needed a bit of food after and this spot…read moredelivered. We called Johnny to set up a table for 10 people and he was amicable and great on the phone. By the time we left the beach and arrived everything was setup. Service was fast. The food and local Florida beers were great. We ordered multiple pizzas, strombolis, chips, pretzel, and garlic bread. Everything was great. The entire family had a great time. Amazing food, service, and a very chill atmosphere.

Excellent Stromboli and beer selection. Very classic local…read more Restaurant and bar. Wings and Stromboli or pizza is great. Excellent local pub. Support our local team!!!

@Peter N and I had a nice lunch here today. He's my friend and not the owner of the bistro. We…read moredidn't meet that Pete... Driving here, I didn't know what to expect or realize the layout or scope of this place, Island Grand at TradeWinds. It's a four star resort! There was a guard at a formal gate and a sign with significant parking costs. I just told the guard I was eating lunch with a friend at Pete's and he kindly let me in. I should have asked for directions because it turns out this place is a 40 acre resort with multiple parking areas and restaurants. All good! I walked in the main entrance and the gentleman at a desk on the right kindly gave me accurate and friendly directions. I was nicely greeted at the entrance to Pete's, the kind ladies acknowledged my reservation and directed me to where my friend was already sitting. We chatted and the waitress Rosalie introduced herself and took care of us. She was very gracious and helpful and answered our questions about the place. We learned she'd worked in the past at the legendary Hub in Tampa, as well as a few other places! Respect! Thank you for your excellent service Rosalie! You gave us time and space to chat and eat but we're also there at the right moments to take care of us. My chopped salad with salmon added was a nice size portion, very fresh, and the salmon was cooked perfectly, not overcooked as it often is. We enjoyed our meal, took our time, relaxed, chatted, got our checks and found our way back to our cars. It turns out there is parking much closer to the restaurant. Pete's is right on the huge St Pete beach with large windows. But, it's perfectly enclosed so the AC was very welcome on a 93F summer day. Life is good with a delicious lunch at a resort during off-season!

SOLID 5 STARS!…read more Actually the restaurant is 4 stars but bartender Rosalie makes it 5 stars easy. She's cute, witty, and laughs easily. Rosalie told us she earned her bartending chops at The Hub dive bar, which means not only can she mix ANY drink, she can handle any customer, too. I figured I needed some potassium on this blisteringly hot day so she made a Banana Daiquiri ($15). It Hit the spot! All-Star Elite Dave W chose this restaurant for our monthly get together and it did not disappoint. We had 11am reservations at the bar (I'm a bar fly type guy). When I arrived a little before 11:00 both Rosalie & the manager told me they change from the breakfast menu to the lunch menu EXACTLY at 11:00 and if we wanted breakfast we'd have to put in our orders right away. We assured them that the lunch menu was fine, But it was nice of them to inquire and was typical of the intimate service provided. I ordered the portobello melt ($15) and Dave got a Salmon Salad. Both dishes were tasty. The air conditioning was cold, and the views of the beach were hot. Good views of the Chippies on the beach (If you like that sort of thing). Great meal with great conversation = Priceless!

Been coming here every weekend for 10 years. * Food - you…read morewouldn't expect a shack on beach serve quality, but they do, every time. * Value - no complaints. Portions are spot on. * service - every employee, everytime, has a smile, is friendly , and helpful. You wouldn't expect to get such good service. You can tell that every aspect of this place is actually managed. Very Refreshing!! * I could go on but will keep this short. Love this place and proud of the job they do. When I have friends visiting from out of town, this is the beach where I bring them and never have an issue spending my hard earned money here. They will even give you a cup of water with a smile. * it helps that pass-a-grille is such a lovely area. Catch the right time for live music.

It's location, location, location, fun, fun, fun and more! Plus, there is friendly and professional…read moreorder taking service with a nicely organized ordering and pickup system. I enjoyed sitting outside, right by the beach, at a very sunny picnic table with an umbrella for partial shade. Bring your sunscreen as I did and all is well! It was fun to take in the whole slightly chaotic but totally safe family-friendly scene on a holiday morning! Energizing! Parking is a challenge but hey, I like to walk and explore so I had fun with it. Just be aware, some searching for a public or nearby parking spot may be required. Carpooling or ride sharing is recommended if possible. I'm on a strict no-fried-food, no chemicals, no preservatives, no gluten, no sugar, no dairy diet so choices for breakfast were limited as expected. All good. I enjoyed my properly cooked eggs and the lady who took my order was kind and helpful. I should have ordered the fruit bowl as well but I didn't see it on the menu until now. No problem! Next time! My guests also said their paradise omelets were properly cooked and delicious! Our food also was prepared in a very reasonable amount of time considering the crowd which was impressive! Please do not expect eggs Benedict, table cloths and fancy plates. This is a fun place right on the beach with plastic silverware and styrofoam containers. @Peter and Vandana joined for the meal and we laughed, relaxed, ate, chatted, took in the scene, enjoyed the morning and then... Vandana brought out the huge conch shell. I was first to attempt tooting the massive horn but it just wasn't happening. Peter was a bit better than I. Vandana, on the other hand, warned ships well over the horizon that we were here and ready for fun! Kids jumped and clapped their hands. Adults stared in stunned silence. Everyone was deafened. My Apple Watch warned me of dangerous audio conditions that might cause permanent hearing damage if the sound kept up! It was an awesome and skilled display of awesomeness! This was no simple toot. It was a blast! Thank you Vandana! Memorable to say the least! Plus, I can still hear just fine and dandy. Life is a blast with a fun and very memorable meal on the beach! Thanks Paradise Grille!

Best Asian lettuce wraps ever! To top it off we had the…read moretoasted thai bowl and Cuban pork! Amazing food! Will come back.

My friends and I went to The Toasted Monkey for dinner after spending the day at St. Pete Beach,…read moreand the overall experience was really nice. The view from the upstairs bar was great. We got to watch an amazing sunset, which was definitely the highlight. The food took a little longer than expected to come out, but it was tasty and reasonably priced. I ordered blackened grouper tacos and my friends ordered burgers. We all enjoyed our plates. The service was good and the staff was friendly. Parking is free, which is a plus, but it is pretty limited, so that's something to keep in mind. Overall, a solid spot with a great vibe.

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!!

I met up with six colleagues for a working lunch. The Ball joint was the perfect location for a…read morenumber of us coming from around the bay area. The food was amazing and very creative. We had cheese balls, tomato soup, meatballs, and risotto along with yummy desserts. The owner, Bryan, was charming and helpful. Easy parking too!

Fair prices for a beautiful resort. We got great service that really stood out. Good beverages and…read morevery good food. Service was on it, even on the beach. At the pool you never have to wait at all. Made our pools days really nice.

We had a great experience with the food and drinks while staying at The Don. Our first day we sat…read moreat the pool bar and our server made us the BEST drinks. After that the drinks were just okay when we ordered them. He set the bar high and we requested that only he make our drinks if he was available! The food was really good - a little pricy but good.

As a true burger lover, I can honestly say this was one of the BEST beach burgers I've ever had in…read moremy life. The burger was huge and loaded with thick onions, big slices of tomato, fresh lettuce, and the bun was perfectly toasted. The meat was seasoned so well and full of flavor and adding bacon made it even better. Every bite was amazing. It came with fries, and while they tasted more like frozen bag fries than fresh-cut fries, they were still good and honestly didn't take away from how incredible the burger was. I also got a bottle of water and a rum and Coke, which made the whole beach meal experience perfect. Another thing I loved was the seating area. They have plenty of nice wooden picnic tables with umbrellas, so there's a lot of shady seating to relax and enjoy your food comfortably by the beach. The vibe was honestly amazing. 10/10 recommend eating here if you're by the beach. I would absolutely keep coming back. Amazing food, amazing atmosphere, and seriously one of the best burgers I've had!

Great beachside location but food left a little bit to be desired. Fries are good and crunchy. Beer…read morewas not as cold as I would have liked. Burger was overcooked. Good for a quick snack. Crew was friendly.

Incredible service. With the steep competition on the boardwalk they showed up to impress with…read moregreat service and a love for their job that shows in their work. 5 STARS

We stopped in here on a whim while exploring the shops nearby and were pleasantly surprised. The…read moreview alone makes it worth a visit, but the food sealed the deal. They had a fresh catch of grouper that day, so we decided to try the grouper nuggets. They're market price, but absolutely worth it. Even our friend preferred them over his fried fish. The batter was light, crispy, and delicious. Our kids ordered the bacon cheese fries and loved them. Just a heads-up: they use a nacho cheese sauce rather than shredded cheese, which some people may prefer to know ahead of time. Our friend from Massachusetts ordered the lobster sub (also market price) and said it was worth every penny. My husband and I split the grouper nuggets and the Philly cheesesteak. The bread is brought in from up north, and our server's recommendation did not disappoint. The sandwich was rich, flavorful, and one of the highlights of the meal. We also tried the onion rings. They use a beer batter, which wasn't our favorite, but that's more of a personal preference than a criticism. Overall, we'd definitely return if we're in the area again. The only downside was parking--$29.99 for two hours is pretty brutal. Thankfully, the food and atmosphere helped make up for it.