Romantic Restaurants, Getaway Places in Saint Pete Beach

"Part bookstore, part restaurant, and part gift shop, virtually every corner of Oxford Exchange is picture-worthy. From the beautiful staircase to the giant windows that lead into the popular restaurant, you’ll have no shortage of places to snap cute pics while strolling through. Sip on champagne or cocktails from the gorgeous Champagne Bar while you browse the curated gifts at the shop, or opt for coffee from local favorite Buddy Brew Coffee."

"Oxford Exchange is so much more than just a restaurant; it’s a bookstore, a boutique, a venue, and even a studio work space. Their breakfast menu features eggs, griddled muffins, breakfast tacos, smoked salmon, and chocolate chip pancakes. Guests can enjoy their meal with a mimosa, bellini, or bloody mary, and revel in the stunningly curated dining room, which has a decidedly upscale European ambience."

"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."

"The South Florida Museum is the largest cultural history and natural museum on the Gulf Coast and houses dozens of historical artifacts, ecological exhibits and prehistoric collections. In addition to the collection of fossils of Florida's mammals and marine life, the museum is home to a full-scale replica of a 16th-century manor house, the Bishop Planetarium and the Parker Manatee Aquarium. As of 2010, tickets were $15.95 for adults, $13.95 for seniors ages 65 and older, and $11.95 for children 4 to 12 years of age."

"Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user Netweave used under CC BY-SA 3.0. Another place that is worth visiting in the area is the Bishop Museum of Science and Nature. It takes pride in being the biggest natural and cultural history museum on the state’s gulf coast."

"A post shared by Rivers Edge Restaurant (@rivers.edge.sheraton). River’s Edge is a sophisticated, hotelbound restaurant with gorgeous waterfront views of Tampa Bay’s Hillsborough River. Located inside the Sheraton Tampa Riverwalk Hotel, River’s Edge is unique in that they serve only breakfast and lunch, but they do them better than almost anyone in the city."

"Located very near to the Don CeSar, Undertow Beach Bar is a fun, casual bar for beach-going couples. In addition to serving up quality beer and mixed drinks, Undertow offers a variety of different games – pool for those wanting a break from the sun and beach volleyball for the active couples trying to break a sweat. There are also TVs for those eager to watch a sports game, however you can’t beat Undertow’s beautiful view of the bay."

"Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account. Sunset through the Tow #Florida #StPeteBeach #Paradise #Beach #LoveFL #VacationGoals #LivingTheDream #Undertow. The Undertow Beach Bar is right on St. Pete Beach which is a combination of a bar and grill that offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner where guests can enjoy the scenic view of the surroundings."

"Undertow is one the bars in Saint Petersburg that falls under the beach bar category. It is located right on the beach and has a very causal atmosphere. Perfect for spending time soaking up the sun, swimming, or playing some beach volleyball and then heading up to the bar for a refreshing drink."

"Southie Coffee is a trendy coffee shop that offers organic quality espresso and coffee, pastries, smoothies, a full menu, and more!. They also have really great gluten-free and vegan options available. We highly recommend ordering one of the empanadas to go with your coffee for a burst of flavors that you didn’t know you needed!"

"For some people, an authentic New York pizza experience requires a hole-in-the-wall setting. If you are one of those people, Eddie & Sam's is for you. The ingredients, including water shipped down from New York for the dough, only add to the authenticity."

"Eddie & Sam's NY Pizza, a spot to score pizza, desserts and salads located downtown, is another much-loved go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 991 Yelp reviews."

"This cozy yet trendy French bistro-style restaurant serves traditional French cuisine in downtown Tampa at 500 North Tampa Street. Priscilla, a native Parisian, took over the restaurant, relaunching in 2015. Since, she has been delighting the downtown lunch crowd with a new menu focused on healthier versions of French favorites."