Best & Cool Bars in Saint Pete Beach

"A Tampa institution, Bern’s opened as a steak sandwich shop back in 1953. Today, the seemingly haunted mansion stands proud as a truly impressive family-owned establishment. Reservations are necessary but entirely worth it for a filet that comes with a loaded baked potato, seasonal salad, and organic sides (Bern’s even has its own farm where seasonal goodies are grown for the restaurant)."

"The Harry Waugh is a signature piece of Tampa history, where locals enjoy some sweets after enjoying a Bern’s steak. Located on the second floor of Bern’s, the Dessert Room has individual booths for each group of visitors and an amazing pianist. The phone inside the booth can be used to request songs to the pianist – which is super fun."

"Consider sneaking across the street for some heavenly dessert at The Harry Waugh Dessert Room at Bern’s Steak House. Stay another night at the Grand Hyatt."

"The restaurant has two stories with two full bars and seating. The owners call themselves ‘shamelessly unapologetic flavor crusaders’ with Datz as their playground and proudly state that ‘ordinary belongs in a dictionary, not in a restaurant.’ Snack on some Sriracha popcorn while you wait for mac and cheese stuffed meatloaf and flights of bacon."

"Datz opened in 2009 and is one of Tampa’s most popular restaurants for Breakfast and Brunch in Tampa. This gastropub serves breakfast 7-11 Monday to Friday and brunch on Saturday and Sunday starting at 8:30 am. The say they serve comfort food with a flair!"

"This Tampa staple has been around for over a decade but stays relevant with trendy foods that taste amazing and look just as great. View this post on Instagram. Who's ready for Gasparilla?!"

"Set slightly away from the downtown bustle, Jackson's Bistro features a large and sophisticated menu with dishes ranging from hand-rolled sushi to an oak-grilled NY strip steak. They are also known for their extensive and well-curated wine list. The setting is romantic and upscale, featuring dark mahogany walls and candle-lit tables, but it's the views of Garrison Channel and the Tampa skyline that steal the show."

"Awarded Best New Restaurant in Florida by Florida Trend Magazine, The Mill has established itself as one of St Petersburg’s trendiest restaurants. This restaurant has a truly unique and rustic vibe to it, recessed lighting above the dining tables, iron clad hanging lamps above the bar, ornate wood carvings on the walls, along with a wall dividing dining areas holding bottles of wine. This gives The Mill a working class feel but still has that high-end appeal to it."

"Sadly this place - as so many others - is not close to where the food, service and atmosphere were pre-Covid. There were 4 of us for brunch and with our ..."

"If you want to feel like you’re on a lovely beach vacation, while in Downtown St. Pete, Trophy Fish is the place for you. Their menu is filled with freshly caught fish items and outstanding cocktails. Their Sunday brunch is everything you ever wanted and more."

"Birch and Vine is a great local American restaurant, with a seasonal menu of rich dishes and crafted cocktails. We love their  modern indoor atmosphere and their patio dining area – reminiscent of outdoor dining in luxury LA spots. Located at the Birchwood, it is a beautiful setting for any occasion – while still keeping that local feel."

"Choice New American kitchen featuring a seasonal menu & cocktails in a modern interior with a patio. Open for lunch and dinnerDress code: CasualPhone: +1 727-896-1080"

"Excellent happy hour on signature cocktails and half off bottles of wine. Had an amazing rib-eye carpaccio with bone m..."

"We all enjoy noshing lane-side at Splitsville Luxury Lanes and Dinner Lounge, an upscale bowling alley in the Channelside entertainment complex. Take a family photo in front of the world’s largest bowling pin sitting in front!. Older kids will enjoy the live flamenco show at The Columbia Restaurant in Ybor City, the Cuban historical district which serves authentic Latin cuisine."

"Conveniently located at Sparkman Wharf, Splitsville is a chic restaurant and gaming center with modern decor and comfortable seating. Dining at Splitsville goes far beyond the ordinary with a full menu focused on classic Southern dishes developed by two-time James Beard Award winner Chef Art Smith. Check out their delicious fried chicken or pulled pork sliders."

"There’s no need for a long sit-down dinner at Splitsville, a charming hybrid of a restaurant and bowling alley. Order pizza and sushi for the table, and let your kids sneak bites between frames. The extensive menu is loaded with pizza, sandwiches, and classic bar snacks such as nachos and loaded fries."

"Hops next to Museum , take drink on the free trolley to the pier.Hops2 is 2 blocks up 2nd Ave N , now open serving food."

"Originally built as an automobile dealership, Motorworks is Bradenton's first Craft Brewery. Coveted as the largest beer garden in Florida, complete with spacious deck built around a magnificent 150+ year-old oak tree - this brewery offers a truly unique backdrop to enjoy some authentic appetisers. The owners, Frank and Denise, strive to bring their own imaginative and innovative approach to brewing as a way of honouring the buildings storied past."

"Enjoy a craft beer or cocktail under the 150 year old oak tree and enjoy live music on a pretty regular basis. There's also a tap room if you need a little air conditioning. Visiting local breweries is one of my favorite things to do when traveling, and I can't believe it took me so long to check this one off my list."

"The Village of the Arts is an eclectic artists community that includes more than 100 homes, art galleries, studios, workshops, restaurants, and cafes for working artists. The village is over 36 acres and has many artist cottages from the 1920s and 1930s that have been restored to their former glory. Many of the cottages have received an artistic upgrade with bright colors that create a truly artistic feel."

"The Village of the Arts contains a lot of different events for visitors of the Bradenton area to enjoy. Music festivals and concerts take place here on a weekly basis but that’s not all that this treasure holds. They hold a lot of artistic events here, such as public painting lessons and making homemade jewelry."

"Other good options are St. Pete Beach and Caladesi Island. Accessing St. Pete Beach involves finding a parking space, feeding a meter, and carrying all your gear to the beach. The payoff is sparkling clear water, and soft, white sand. Beach chairs and umbrellas are available for rent, and playgrounds sit directly on the beach."

"Have breakfast at the Vinoy, then drive half an hour either to the lively St. Pete Beach or to the more isolated Fort De Soto Park. Have some fun in the sun before enjoying a sunset dinner at The Hurricane in St. Pete Beach. Stay the night at the Sirata Beach Resort."

"The Anna Maria Island Turtle Watch & Shoreline Monitoring team work to preserve the sea turtles that nest on the Manatee County shoreline. The organization also hosts various activities year round, such as “Turtle Talk Tuesdays,” a fun and informative session on turtles that kids (and adults) can enjoy during the summertime. Beach-goers can experience other species of Florida’s natural wildlife."

"Aqua blue waters rolling in on a white powedered sandy beach, all very clean with change houses and washroom facilities."