I can't believe I haven't written a review for Mazzaro's Italian Market yet. Every time I'm in the…read moreSt. Pete area, I make it a point to stop by. I absolutely love the ambiance, incredible selection, and variety of fresh, prepared, and packaged foods they offer. It's always busy -- and honestly, I've never seen an "off" time -- but that's part of the experience. I could easily spend hours wandering from room to room. One area has fresh vegetables and prepackaged dinners, another features spices tucked into a small alcove, while another is filled with wine and cheese. Then there's the main room, which houses a coffee bar, bakery and dessert counters, grocery items, a meat counter, and the deli where you can order made-to-order sandwiches and other freshly prepared foods. Everywhere you turn, there's something new and amazing to discover. This visit, I ordered the Hot Italian sub, and it was outstanding -- huge, flavorful, and packed with delicious ingredients. Every bite was fantastic. And yes, I happily ate the entire thing fresh while sitting outside on the covered patio. If you still have time before they close -- their hours are somewhat limited and closed on Sundays -- be sure to check out the kitchen store and gelato shop next door as well. They're the perfect addition to the experience and make it even harder to leave without discovering something else amazing.

I've been a number of times and I can't get enough, nothing like it in FL. The sandwiches and food…read moreare outstanding and the desserts too. Wow! I highly recommend it. If you find yourself in the St Pete/Tampa Bay Area...GO to Mazzaro's! Just avoid Saturdays or go early , it's so hectic ! Enjoy

What a lovely feeling in this place! We came for the pastrami and stayed for a hot dog and…read moregroceries. Got a wonderful greeting and goodbye. This place is warehouse chic! Met a lovely woman who helped me learn of other kosher places to visit.

If you want good bagels and real Jewish deli then this is the place. I tried other bagel shop in…read moreSt. Pete and they don't compare. We had bagels for breakfast some with cream cheese others had whitefish salad both are excellent. When I in town this is a must stop for me. Also great variety of kosher goods from corned beef to knishes. YUM!

Amazing subs got the big beach what a delicious meal customer service is very friendly fast and…read moreaccurate

We are fans of Gateway Subs because they have fun, interesting and tasty subs which can also be a…read moresalad! Customization is totally fine so go wild! You can even get crushed potato chips on your sub which is awesomely yummy! Jalapeno chips? Yes! Zaps amazing chips from New Orleans? YES! My strict diet prevents this kind of thing anymore but I can still have an amazing salad with tons of spinach, veggies and bacon! The best part is the staff are always positive, helpful and ready to make the sub happen quickly but not in a hurried manner, if that makes any sense. The two ladies working a few days back when I visited were, I recall, Michele and Nicole! Thanks for going the extra mile with a smile! Life is good with local, fresh, fun Gateway Sub shops!

Date of Visit: 03/112026 1:30pm…read more I have driven by this place dozens of times and just didn't take the time to stop because it was the weekend. On this day (Wednesday) I found myself working from home and said to my self, "Self, today we eat at the Side Door Deli". As I pulled in from Central I could see the lot was busy but spots were available. I believe I entered thru the front door, but as I looked the place over I could see "The Side Door". My order for today was to go and a nice lady was there ready to take it. I looked the menu over and decided on the "Kevin" a corned beef, lettuce and tomato club with Russian dressing. I had a slice of cheese on mine. With it I got the potato salad. Under $14 with a 12oz drink. Having only a short wait, I received my order and made my way home, could not wait. I have been waiting a long time to find this type of deli / luncheonette place to eat. Opening the box it came in, it was put together right. I first hit the potato salad first and it was awesome. Just the right amount zing. Now it's Kevin's turn...Wow, this is my new go place for a club. I wasn't sure if I wanted it toasted or not and the nice lady taking my order said,"lightly". I says yes. Next time full toast. I totally recommend this place, won't be disappointed. And I do see they are open on Saturdays. Breakfast? Peace.

It's a great little cafe! The breakfasts are reasonable and high quality. The Ruben sandwich is the…read morebest in the area. Service is excellent and the cafe seems to be busy all day.

I have a confession to make: I have been coming to Lonnie's Sandwiches for more than two decades,…read moreand my opinion might be just a little bit jaded because I have only ever ordered exactly one thing. But when a sandwich is this good, why mess with perfection? If you haven't had the "Sunny Bird," you are truly missing out. It is an absolute masterpiece of a sandwich: thinly sliced turkey, rich cream cheese, earthy sprouts, and crunchy sunflower seeds, all tied together perfectly by a sweet and tangy honey French dressing. The real star of the show, though, might just be the bread, which is always served on the absolute freshest multi-grain bread you can imagine. I always get mine as a combo with chips and a glass of their fresh-brewed mango tea. The mango tea is incredibly refreshing and the perfect complement to the sandwich, especially on a warm Florida afternoon. A few quick notes for anyone planning to visit: The Vibe: The restaurant is spotless, very clean, and highly inviting. They offer both indoor and outdoor seating, making it a great spot to sit and enjoy the downtown atmosphere. The Hours: Plan accordingly! Lonnie's is purely a lunch spot and they close up at 4:00 PM. After twenty years of eating the exact same meal here, I can confidently say the quality has never wavered. Whether you try the Sunny Bird or venture into the rest of their menu, Lonnie's is a St. Pete staple that you absolutely have to check out.

First lunch at Lonni's! Quick service and delicious bread! I got tuna salad and the only reason for…read moremy 4 stars is because it had way too much celery. So that's really a preference thing. My friend got the Albuquerque turkey and said it was tasty. We both got the potato bread and it was very good. I need to go back to try other sandwiches. Small & cute inside with photos of old St Pete all decorating the interior.

As a Constantino from South Brooklyn (since 1910!), walking into Brooklyn South hit me right in the…read morenostalgia -- the smells, the sounds, the accents -- it's like a little piece of the old neighborhood tucked into St. Pete. The food? Forget about it. Every bite tastes like family Sunday -- sandwiches stacked sky-high, prosciutto that melts like butter, and mozzarella so fresh it might've been made five minutes before I walked in. This isn't "inspired by Brooklyn" -- this is Brooklyn. And the service? That's where they really shine. The staff here treat you like you've been coming in for years -- warm smiles, real conversation, and that old-school hospitality that's hard to find these days. You can feel the pride in everything they do, from the way they wrap your order to the way they say "Have a good one, hon." The vibe is easy, authentic, and full of heart -- the kind of place that makes you linger a little longer, just because it feels like home.

Cool, quaint sandwich shop, with some incredibly thoughtful ingredient combination. You can tell…read moresome smart cheese mongers work here because they create the best almost charcuterie-like combinations but in sandwich form!! Would absolutely recommend the turkey fig, the turkey mango, the gobbler and the rosemary chicken! but honestly you can't go wrong. A good lunch spot or place for quick eating.

We arrived early to St. Pete's for vacation and couldn't check into our hotel yet, so looked for a…read morespot for breakfast. Stella's did not disappoint! We were seated immediately. The restaurant was busy. We grabbed our usual seat at the bar inside. They have plenty of seating inside and out. We were waited on right away by Cathy, and she was awesome. She checked on us frequently and was great. We started with their 16 oz mimosa and tried an appetizer of pierogies. They were delicious. Then we ordered the simple breakfast. Eggs, bacon/ham, hash browns/grits, sour dough toast/biscuit & gravy. everything was cooked to order, hot & delicious!! Great atmosphere, great service, and great food!! Great experience for our first stop on vacation!! Street parking available.

Stella's is a great place for brunch right in the heart of the Gulfport strip. The resturant has a…read morehomey, welcoming vibe, and I love the mismatched chairs and tables that give it a relaxed, eclectic feel. When we visited, it was very busy and buzzing, but the service never missed a beat. Our server was friendly, on top of her game and offered helpful recommendations. Despite the crowd, our food arrived in a timely manner and hot. My husband ordered the eggs Benedict. The eggs were cooked perfectly-when you cut into them, the yolk oozed out exactly the way a perfectly poached egg should. That said, he felt there wan't quite enough hollandaise sauce, and the sauce leaned a little too lemony for his taste. The English muffin also could have been toasted a bit more. The hash browns, however, were the star of the dish-perfectly crisp and well seasoned. I went with the Key West BLT with blackened mahi-mahi, served on a toasted sourdough with garlic aioli. The fish was blackened perfectly-well seasoned with lots of flavor-and paired nicely with the sandwich. I originally planned to order the house chips, but they were not available. Our server recommended the French fries instead because of their unique shape, and she was right-they were crispy and nicely seasoned. Most of the seating is outdoors under umbrellas, which adds to the laid-back Florida vibe. Overall, this is a lively neighborhood spot that feels full of locals who clearly love coming here. We'll be back to try more dishes.

Literally love this place! The food is priced correctly, if…read morea little shy of what it should be, because they stack the sandwich (no jokes). So delicious too!!!

We were in town visiting some friends and this was one of our stops. Omg, the sandwiches are Simply…read moreDelicious! They load their Cubans up with generous portions of meat and flavor is so good, I was full off a quarter. It did take awhile for our order, but it was worth it!

Quick service, very fresh and tasty poke! I love the local vibes this place has, highly recommend :)read more

The Cuban sandwich is legit! I lived in SoFlo for many years and it's better than any Cuban I had…read moredown there! Fresh meats, tangy mustard and perfectly toasted, crunchy bread. I will be back for more!

This review is specifically for DESSERT, because WOW. My friends and I wanted a little nightcap so…read morewe stopped in and got seated quickly. It is ALWAYS a good practice to ask the server for dessert recs because odds are, they're going to suggest something you'd never consider and thank goodness she did. She suggested the Pistachio Ricotta Torta and the amaretto cookie gelato, so we got both of those as well as some chocolate gelato. I am not typically an amaretto girlie, but that gelato was arguably the best I've ever had. Never had anything like it before, truly phenomenal. The chocolate was great too, really some of the better gelato I've had, but that amaretto cookie flavor with the little cookie pieces... truly DIABOLICAL!!!! The torta was also so delicious!!

A friend had been in before and demanded we go while I was in town, so I gladly obliged!…read more Parking in the area is tough, but we utilized the valet, which was $15. Located in The Vinoy hotel, this spot is an experience from the beginning! A stunning bar dominates the space as you enter, complimented with a mix of art deco, modern, and lux finishes. Seating for every group size makes this perfect for a drink with a friend, dinner with the family, or a larger gathering! It surprisingly felt approachable, not ostentatious. Service was top notch throughout our dinner, providing an elevated experience from start to finish! Enjoyed the Early Retirement to drink, which was a slightly cherry/fruity version of an Old Fashioned. The Whipped Ricotta was my favorite dish: creamy, sweet, nutty perfection! The meatballs were tasty, yet failed to stand out as anything original. The Radiatore alla Vodka was delicious with perfectly al dente pasta and a rich sauce! The Lacquered Brick Chicken had the PERFECT sauce for those of you that love umami and I appreciated the mushrooms paired with the perfectly cooked chicken. Really great spot for a special occasion or elevated experience in the area!