A 5 star spot for dinner and drinks. Our group of 7 ordered a ton of apps and loved every item. My…read morepersonal favorite was the garlic rolls but the brussel sprouts and pizza was also top tier for me. Service was amazing and they were very detail oriented as a group. Will definitely be back.

I got the chicken parm and this was such a disappointment for me since I saw this place being…read morehighly reviewed. It took them over an hour to bring out the food and I saw so many people being served before my table. Keep in mind the table next to us came in 20 min after I was seated.... The food had no flavor and just tasted like pasta was thrown into a bunch of tomato sauce with no seasoning. The servers were also not paying attention to my table and I had asked multiple times if the food was almost ready and was kept in the dark for 20 min.

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!

Stepping into The Library... you're immediately enveloped in a unique atmosphere reminiscent of a…read moremodern library that was decorated in the old style with books lining the shelves. This place demands attention from the moment you walk in. My wife opted for eggs and bacon, while I went for the cheeseburger. We also shared a French toast, which proved to be the standout dish. It's important to note that this was a shared experience, as we barely managed to finish our portion. The menu offers a brunch selection that's worth exploring. Be prepared to savor every bite, as the food quality here is commendable. Service and flow are both excellent , ensuring a pleasant dining experience. While the ambiance is a highlight, it's the food that truly shines. I'm planning to return for another visit. RATINGS & LOGISTICS: - Atmosphere: 10/10 - Food Quality: 9/10 - Service/Flow: 9/10 - Value: 7/10 - Would Return: Yes. Coming back.

Great experience with a twist!…read more Food 8.0 Vibe 8.9 Service 8.7 Overall 8.4 This place definitely has his own theme and vibe and it sticks to it. A straightforward menu gives a decent variety and the chef delivered on the flavor. We had the egg Benedict the Gudda grits, and the (not so) French toast. Overall, the food was delicious, but I was extremely disappointed with the "French toast" for some reason, the chef opted for not doing an egg/milk bath for their French toast, which to me is a grave mistake, who wants to dry French toast? This liberty could be excused, and tolerable for the sake of creativity and innovation, IF it was openly, shared on the menu, or by the server. However, this came to a COMPLETE surprise to me AFTER ordering and receiving it. I've never had DRY French toast, nor do I ever wish to again despite the tasty toppings and well executed cinnamon butter cream, it was still not an enjoyable experience, especially if you're expecting classic French toast. That said the eggs Benedict was phenomenal. The pork is perfectly cooked. The biscuits are light and fluffy. And the sauce was immaculate. The Gudda grits surprise me while not being creamy in the same way of grit, I've had in the past, these retained their grit structure, but it kind of melted in your mouth, providing that creamy texture and they add chopped bacon and a sweet I would guess type of reduction in just the right amount to balance the flavor of the Gudda. I do wish they had sausage and hash browns. But it's not that kind of place. My last complaint would be in the potatoes that come with the Benedict. Whatever other option, they have picked those get anything, but those ours came undercooked, and they refried them for us, and they still were just below average which for a place like this. I expected more. Overall, not a bad place. The coffee was phenomenal. I had a dirty Matcha, and it was perfectly executed. Prices aren't terrible for what you'd expect from downtown St Pete at a fancy place, so I was happy. Service was good and friendly. After I expressed my dissatisfaction with the French toast, the manager came over and offered his apologies and remove the item from my bill, even offered to bring us something else, and to have a beverage to go to make up for it. However, I was at the end of our mail and I was ready to get going with the rest of my day, so I said thank you and we departed. Overall, I will not come back for French toast but that eggs Benedict. I would definitely come back and try something else as well. Give it a shot. Just DONT get the French toast. If you like normal French toast.

I decided to visit your restaurant this morning. To…read morecelebrate my birthday. Along with using my 50% off the meal coupon in my email And the free piece of chocolate cake for my birthday. I decided to order a BLT which is my all-time favorite. I told Alisa who was my server. To leave off the lettuce and tomato. And please add pickles, onions, and avocado. I also ordered onion rings instead of the French fries. The BLT was PHENOMENAL as ALWAYS. It's even BETTER when U add avocado.. The onion rings were piping hot and delicious. The whole meal experience was a definite win win.. Thanks, to Alisa. Who was very attentive and SWEET.. I really LOVE Metro Diner.. Because, I've NEVER had a bad meal and or experience.. Because, it's consistent ALL the way around... Thanks, for another GREAT experience...

Stopped by this Metro Diner bc I got coupons at the Motor Enclave event. I tasted their meatloaf…read morethere and it was so tasty. This is only the second time at a Metro Diner. I went to one years ago in St. Augustine. I didn't remember what I ordered. This time I ordered a small order of shrimp and grits and my husband ordered the steak tips. We were delightfully surprised at how tasty they were. Our server was very nice and helpful. Only thing was it was a little bit hot inside. Perhaps due to the windows and the kitchen, and the A/C not working as well as it could have. That was the only thing that didn't make it perfect. It was a scorching May Day too.

Hands down, our favorite place! The beer is ice cold and…read moredelicious. The food is amazing! Don't sleep on the specials! The dessert is our favorite place...but really it feels like home, because of the fantastic people!

Had a lunch with a few friends at the Wheelhouse on a Friday. The first compliment goes to the…read moreserver who was apparently also the bartender and was also the busser! Well-versed on the menu and a very pleasant lady. It's certainly not a fancy place and it looks like it's been around for a while, but it's the kind of place where you might like to hang out at the bar. Everyone there seems to be friendly and you get that comfortable feeling. We had a variety of food items, some better than others but nothing below average. Really good salads, as you can see by the pictures, a nice job on the chicken wings, a BLT that was pretty tasty; the butternut squash soup was OK, pretty thick and not hot at all. One was returned to the kitchen to be heated up. There was a chicken dip that really didn't hit the spot, and the tortilla chips that came with it seem to be past their prime. As for the fried mushrooms. I found them pretty much ordinary. A nice surprise were the brussels sprouts with balsamic and goat cheese. Really really good. Overall, I would give the food about a 3 1/2 stars at the service five stars so what averages out around four stars. Like I said it looks like a nice place to hang around and have a couple of beverages and a little something to eat.

The ribs were perfect. They are only 16.00 on Monday and Tuesday nights. The chicken zingers are…read moreamazing. We had great service. It's a very family friendly place. We will be back.

I ordered Uber, first problem I ordered Thursday 12oz prime…read morerib well done. I got at least 16oz of nearly RAW prime rib containing many sharp shards of bone. It also contained a raw parasitic worm. I ordered fries, none were sent. I'm afraid to eat the salad. They sent me garbage. I called to complain and they said I had to complain to Uber. They seemed unconcerned about the shards of bone. My next call is to the health department. Uber tried to merely refund 12 dollars of the 38 i spent. Then other charges started showing up on my credit card. In short, don't Uber and don't eat at a place nonchalant about potentially deadly shards of bone.

The Bier Boutique in Uptown is a real gem. Their open air, dog friendly patio is a wonderful place…read moreto enjoy a casual dinner. Their menu changes regularly which can be sad when you have your heart set on something, but it's also nice because you don't get tired of the same things. AND the food is always delicious. The staff are all incredibly friendly and personable, they're well informed on the menu and drink offerings and even when they are super busy, the staff always remain on top of things and will let you know if there's going to be a wait for food or drinks (there's almost never a wait for drinks) which definitely makes it easier to manage expectations and is just a much better policy that other places where the staff just avoid you when the kitchen is backed up. We've never had a bad experience at the Bier Boutique. Their wings and burgers are my go to, hubs is a lot more adventurous than I and usually tries every new item.

All the food was amazing!!!! 10/10…read more We tried : the McCracken Burger Spicy chili Buffalo grilled wings Loaded tots Corn dip The only issue is a digital QR code menu - those are the worst!!!!

Stopped by here for a proper black and tan and some grub..of course I get the beer but then…read moreignored...once again..no offer of a menu..all of 12 people here Every single place this clown..Pete Boland..owns..has shit service..every single time. So no..I won't be back here .or the galley or any other place he touches cause theyre all crap.. Now let me wait for 20 mins for my tab so I can escape this nightmare

Had all the great vibes of a typical Irish pub and they even had seasonal special drinks when I…read morewent! Even though it was a Monday, it was still really lively, everyone was friendly, and they even had karaoke going on which the crowd was really appreciative of. I started off with an espresso martini, and my friend and I got cheese curds and Baby Guinness shots together. The drinks were well-made and the cheese curds were fresh, crunchy, and gooey on the inside, with a lovely dip to go along with it. A great night, would want to definitely go again.

Glory Days is your typical sports bar with TVs everywhere and a relaxed vibe. The menu offers a…read morewide variety of foods and has several gluten-free options. I tried the Hero Burger and thought it was tasty. My waitress went above and beyond to make my visit a great experience. I appreciate that the restaurant offers a military discount.

Okay -so let's start with good --had tasty wings --nice and moist --now everything bad --service…read moreSLOW --took a while to get a drink --and refill came after my meal was served --but I can't even give this three star based on this visit -although the burger was okay -it came with a salad and literally -it was a two pieces of large lettuce leaves broken up -it didn't even fill the bowl...I just cake look past it..would I try it again -sure -but please -tell the servers to stop talking and take care of the guests

Our second visit, we brought family from out of town. Apps-of Roasted Octopus & Truffle Fries…read moreMeals- Braised Shortribs Mushroom cav / W seared scallops Lamb lollipops w/ side of Brussel Sprouts 2 - Braised Shortribs Spicy Crabmeat Pasta dish Drinks - Pelligrino x2 Seated Immediately in one of the back rooms, they appreciate a call ahead although not a reservation it helps them prepare for your party. Service was excellent, this team of "OG's" work together and help each other out, which makes for a great atmosphere of camaraderie and it's fantastic! Food was excellent, our server was quick with menu recommendations and great with upselling a few menu items! This is why we comeback again. Get in here and try them out! Party of 5 with tip ran about 340$ and we were happy to pay it! Bravo. You have made our "Top Five" regular rotation list! Keep up the good work!

I think I have a new favorite spot in downtown St Petersburg! Great intimate atmosphere, lovely…read morestaff and a really creative menu. Glasses of wine were reasonably priced and my cavatelli with roasted mushrooms was divine. They have a set menu as well as a changing in season specialty menu to choose from. I'm already looking forward to our next visit!