This deli may be small, but the food is definitely not. Sandwiches are generously portioned and stacked high with fresh deli meats, cheeses, and crisp vegetables to create a sandwich worth biting into. Whether you prefer a triple-decker, cold sub, hot Philly cheesesteak, traditional Cuban, or a tasty wrap, Big Stein's makes them to order using wheat, rye, marbled, and light as air Cuban bread. Add a side salad or a cup of freshly made soup and you have a meal, or two, to enjoy. Dine inside at one of the available tables or call ahead for take-out or delivery. -Vickie Ferguson
At Datz Delicatessen, it is all about the food. Whether stopping by for a sumptuous breakfast of fluffy eggs and crisp bacon, picking up a fresh salad or specialty sandwich for lunch or sitting down to a full dinner of roast pork or smoked salmon, the food is the main attraction. To go along with your meal, Datz offers an extensive selection of imported beers and wines as well as domestic varieties. Dine in or call ahead for takeout or delivery. When visiting, check their ongoing list of activities including brunches, cooking tips and wine tasting events.
Customers looking for a tasty, old-fashioned burger the way they made them back in the day will appreciate the menu at El Cap. Serving local residents for many years, the small, friendly restaurant has perfected the burger. Grilled just right and topped with cheese, crisp lettuce, tomatoes, and pickles, this burger is a messy and tasty work of art. Add an order of crunchy onion rings and a cool brew and enjoy the boisterous atmosphere inside or outside at this no frills iconic restaurant in St. Petersburg. -Vickie Ferguson
Located on scenic Bayshore Boulevard, Ciro's Speakeasy & Restaurant provides patrons with the best of both worlds. The fine dining experience and upscale, trendy atmosphere take you back in time to the 1920s prohibition period. Ring the doorbell for admittance then get comfortable in one of the cozy booths lining the walls. Each booth has its own pair of drapes that can be closed for privacy. The menu is diverse with selections including duck, seafood, steak and fondue creations. Ciro's is open until the early morning hours, providing patrons with the ultimate late-night dining experience. Reservations are highly recommended.
From the coastal highway that runs down St. Petersburg's Treasure Island, it's easy to miss the one story white facade of Caddy's on the Beach. Approach from the sand, however, and you'll wonder how anyone could miss the two story restaurant and bar complex. Right on the beach, this double decker bar and grill is a favorite of locals and party-goers. Revelers in tropically hued bikinis and board shorts festoon the balcony at Caddy's, most all of them with a similarly bright cocktail in hand. For hungrier patrons, Caddy's offers an overwhelmingly long menu that focuses on smoky barbecue fare rather than the area's typical seafood spread. With a minimum purchase, guests can also commandeer a private cabana right on the beach for private sunset views with full service.
The Riverview Sandwich Shop offers the best in delicious sandwich selections. A popular family restaurant with the locals, diners will enjoy an assortment of breakfast delights along with the restaurants special made to order omelets. The menu features a large selection of hot and cold sandwiches, burgers, smoked barbeque, and submarines stacked high on fresh buns. For entrees, choose from creamy country fried steak, liver and onions, fried fish, and more all carefully prepared to please the taste buds. Stop by for an early breakfast or lunch and enjoy home cooking at its best. - Vickie Ferguson
At Cherry's Bar & Grill, try one of their daily specials and homemade desserts. Kids ages 12 and under enjoy a free meal from 6p until 9p every Tuesday. Furthermore, adults can enjoy happy hour from 11a until 7p everyday with a wide selection from the menu. Assorted appetizers, wraps, juicy burgers, wings, crisp salads, and fresh made sandwiches provide diners with tasty favorites, such as pepper jack sandwiches or perfectly grilled top sirloin steak. Kids also have their own menu and for the entire family, try a slice of pie or a thick and creamy milkshake. - Vickie Ferguson