First time at Left Bank Bistro and what a treat. It's very Parisian and quaint inside. The menu…read moreoffers a lot of super tasty looking items. I can't wait to go back to try more! Our server was so kind and immediately moved us from a table that was quite drafty to a warmer spot. We didn't ask, he just noticed we both looked chilly. He told us the specials and was prompt on filling up our waters. We both had the salad nicoise and the bread and butter. That's one of the best salads in St Pete.

I've heard great things about this restaurant, so I was a bit disappointed by my experience. The…read moreinterior is very cute, and I love that they play French music while you dine. However, it took about 10 minutes for our waitress to take our drink order, which only happened after I asked the hostess who our waitress was supposed to be. This would have been understandable if the restaurant had been busy, but it wasn't crowded at all. On a positive note, the food came out fairly quickly. The yogurt parfait was okay, but for $18, I wouldn't order it again. I also tried the breakfast sandwich on a croissant and honestly didn't like it. However, the cheesy grits were delicious!

While down here for the Sunscreen Film Festival, we kinda found this spot between the AMC Sundial…read moreand the Green Light Cinema. What a find! This place is a must for Happy Hour - 3pm for $3 4pm for $4 and 5pm for $5. Nice deal!! So nice to sit outside and chill while sipping on my nice glass of Cabernet... we had a croque monsieur which was delicious! We will be back!! And at 3pm on the dot!

Cognac just celebrated their first anniversary and we finally got to try it, and are glad we did…read more Gracyn was a wonderful server and added to our enjoyment. We came because we like French food and their menu had many of the things we like. We started with the Gazpacho, escargot, and oysters. No French onion soup! The gazpacho wasn't my favorite. It almost looked like slush and the taste wasn't what I expected. However, we expect differences in our expectations at a good restaurant. The escargot was a trip back in time by coming in shells with the tool to hold them. It was a trip to the past and they were fantastic. The half dozen of oysters were only $16 and outstanding. My wife ordered the burger...at a French restaurant, and it was juicy and tasty. I got a bite and agreed. Trout is something you don't see at many restaurants, if you do they are often French restaurants. Theirs was pretty good. We had a nice diner in their spacious space!

Bacchus Wine Bistro is the perfect spot for happy hour in St. Petersburg. I normally don't love…read morewine, but the frosé was sweet, blended, and honestly so good. The chef's selected charcuterie was of the best I've ever had. It was only ~$7 during happy hour, which felt like the biggest steal. The main dishes didn't stand out as much, but the vibes were great and leaned casual. I'd definitely come back for more frosé and that charcuterie board alone. The service was amazing our waiter walked us through the menu.

Really solid spot with the cutest, cozy atmosphere-- perfect for a date night! The menu was varied…read morebut I was so impressed with the vegetarian options that I stuck to those when ordering. If you like beets, you need to try the beet trifle appetizer! The light pink topping is whipped goat cheese and it's heavenly The flat bread was also unreal. The flavor combos were so unique with harissa, sun-dried tomatoes, honey and ricotta -- highly recommend.

The only reason I'm making this four stars instead of five is because Service was super slow…read more Otherwise we had a great experience. Future Christina, you should always get the seafood plateau, it is delicious and also you leave feeling not weighed down. We also split a small Caesar salad, which no longer comes with blue cheese, which is great, and that was enough food for both me and my husband. This time the seafood plateau came with muscles, oysters, fish spread, shrimp cocktail, and crab legs. It also has a ton of toasted bread for the fish spread. I ate the oysters and mussels, and my husband ate most of the shrimp and the crab legs. I love the fish spread so I'm glad it comes with that as well. The one con was it took an hour before we even ordered our food. That was crazy to me. Luckily we had accounted for a lot of time before our show at the Mahaffey, but if we didn't, that would've been exceptionally stressful. I do have to shout out that they're fresh pressed orange juice is absolutely delicious and well worth the eight dollar charge for a small glass (carafe is $14 so get the carafe instead). The grapefruit juice isn't cold pressed in house, but is cold pressed. It is less expensive at around five dollars, I don't think it is as good as the orange juice, but if you like grapefruit juice, it is pretty good. My husband got an old-fashioned and liked it. Overall, I still really enjoy this place, but if you're in a rush, you should probably tell your server so that way you get in and out quicker.

Reservations are recommended, and we made those for Sunday brunch. They have indoor and outdoor…read moreseating. We were inside. The place filled up quickly and service, despite our being one of two tables for half an hour, was spotty, although our server was polite and professional. Coffee and water weren't refilled...that type of thing. I wouldn't return for brunch. Not a huge selection for breakfast items, and the food was just adequate. All of our meals were cold. Eggs. Potatoes. Cold. This was our first time here, and I probably won't go back. Valet parking, but on busy days be prepared to wait as they service several restaurants. Otherwise, parking is on the street.

Cybel is such a hidden gem! They had so many yummy dishes on their menu. My favorite is the garlic…read moretzatziki and steak kebabs. The chicken kebabs are also really flavorful. There's interior and exterior seating. You can make a reservation as they do tend to get busy around dinner time, but they do accept walk ins as well. Parking can be limited during busy times, but you can also park right behind the school and it is a short walk to the restaurant. The servers are friendly and accommodating.

Cybele lists as a French-Moroccan cuisine.. I did not see the French influence, however the…read moreMoroccan influence was evident. Nathan our server was well informed and gave good suggestions , he is familiar with the food. They have influence from Morocco in the decor, the music and the spices they use. There are few vegetarian options with the exception of the salads and a sampler platter. I did not see any vegan options. The sampler plate gives you a taste of many things, however, so much of the food is wheat based and more than likely sourced from the US not Morocco.. US uses a lot of glyphosphate and GMO in the wheat. And it is difficult to digest. One of the people in our group had the chicken Angie and said the chicken was good.. it was served with French fries and they were not good. Most likely not made in house. If you have never been to Morocco it may be a nice place to try. The mint tea is nice. I did not have any dessert.

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!

I cannot begin to describe how much I loved this place…read more We came in for breakfast and had the place to ourselves around 9:30, but it was a Sunday and a slow morning in St. Pete. Everything was made to order and absolutely delicious ! I was so happy , my Quiche was moist and the perfect texture , and my Husband's croissant with egg and sausage was also very good. However it is a croissant and egg you eat with a fork and knife, just a heads up. I had an iced hazelnut latte and it was absolutely delicious! It's a quaint restaurant , a few tables but nothing too big, though they do have one table that can accommodate a large group. The service was brilliant, I wish I got to speak with her note she had a wonderful energy. She was the either the owner or a manager, the only one there at this time. Thank you for a wonderful experience and meal.

Absolutely beautiful atmosphere and amazing food, it genuinely feels like stepping back into a…read morecharming little café in Europe

After a really disappointing Mother's Day experience elsewhere, we were lucky enough to grab a…read morelast-minute reservation at Sauvignon Wine Locker & Trattoria -- and it completely turned our day around. My mom hadn't eaten all day, so we made the 30-minute drive to St. Pete hoping for a better experience, and it was absolutely worth it. From the moment we arrived, Chris and his team took amazing care of us. The hospitality, attentiveness, and overall atmosphere made us feel genuinely welcomed and appreciated. What could have ended as a ruined Mother's Day became a memorable brunch thanks to the team at Sauvignon. Big shout out to Chris and everyone there for going above and beyond. Excellent service makes all the difference, and we truly appreciated it.

Sauvignon Wine Locker is a great hidden gem on Central Avenue. You enter through an alley and go up…read morea flight of stairs to the restaurant, which overlooks Central Ave. It's not a large space, but it feels cozy and inviting. The menu is fairly limited, but their house-made pastas are out of this world! I had one of their specials featuring pasta and airline chicken, which was excellent. My friend ordered another pasta dish, her husband had the fish special and my husband ordered the filet, which was cooked perfectly for him. Portions are on the smaller side, but still very filling. My husband and I each started with a Caesar salad. I forgot to ask for it without anchovies, and they gave the salad a very strong, fishy flavor. If you're not a big anchovy fan like me, I'd recommend ordering it without. Service was excellent for a busy Friday night. Our server was friendly and helped guide us with wine recommendations. He was spot on, and the wines paired beautifully with the meals we chose. Definitely a great spot for a cozy dinner in the heart of Central Ave.

This was my first trip to Allelo, a Mediterranean-Aegean restaurant…read more I was in town for business and arrived solo. I was greeted by Carolina, a very confident and friendly hostess. I told her I wanted to sit outside so I could have dinner and read a book with a glass of wine. She told me it would be about 20 minutes and suggested I go to the bar. Once inside, I was greeted by Corey, who entertained me with a vibrant wine list and a quick tasting before selecting a crisp Sauvignon Blanc. As my wine was being poured in a delightfully elegant wine glass... Carolina told me my table was ready. They put me in the perfect spot for people watching. My server was Rachel, who shared the night's special offerings with great aplomb. I am not usually a Wagyu person, but I thought why not, yolo. I paired it with the cauliflower. But to kick things off,..I did the focaccia. The meal was so superb. I immediately texted a friend of mine and said we had to come back the following evening. Again with the Wagyu and the focaccia. Sue me, I'm a glutton for delight. My friend had the seafood linguine.... Which in keeping with the theme was exemplary. Our server for night two was Kyle... Who anticipated I ever need. We had a variety of martinis and ended the evening with a fancy coffee that included a rock sugar spoon. This is my new go to when I visit St. Petersburg. And did I mention Rachel gave me an awesome book recommendation? Thanks girl! If you're looking for somewhere really cool to go for curated cocktails, and exceptional food...This is the place.

Restaurant in downtown St Petersburg great location lots of energy great service indoor and outdoor…read moretables and a nice bar. Now let's talk about the food: It was not all fantastic. The appetizers: Tuna tartare was nothing special it also didn't come with any bread or chip just plop on the plate. The goat cheese appetizer special was a small circle with oily crusted bread. One main course was 1/2 rack of lamb cooked perfectly and nice portion, Za'atar cauliflower nice portion didn't taste like Za'atar. Pasta dish had to add black pepper was ok. I must say the cucumber vodka soda spritzer was super refreshing!! The service was great, atmosphere, they really tried but must of had an off kitchen night. We were also disappointed items on the website were not available.

Such an authentic French experience from a place in an innocuous strip mall.the bread is…read morefantastic.. the escargot interesting. My wife loved their duck.The desserts are special and created each day.. just get one Pricing is very resonable.We went back twice during our visit

I would like to say that when they were on Madeira Beach they were amazing. We would dine with them…read moreevery 6 months are so because they were a bit of drive for us. The environment was so cozy and magical. It was a wonderful feel and the food transported you to France. My spouse loved sitting in France outside and dining and the establishment reminded him of that. He lived there for several years. Then they moved to Indian Rocks Beach and since that move we had not been in. But a few months ago we found out where they moved to. Last night my son wanted to take us out to eat for Mother's Day since he has to work today. We happily drove 1 hour and 20 minutes to get there. The environment has lost its appeal and its mundane. Which is not the end because we came also for the food. My son ordered lamb chops which were one bite pieces of lamb on a the bone and there were 3. The gravey lacked any reduction and or flavour. It was pretty much tasteless. My spouse ate one of the chops to try it and agreed. I tasted the sauce off his plate. The cook on the lamb was good. My son was very disappointed as he loves lamb. When he said something to the women who owns it she brushed him off as it was no big deal and claimed no one has ever complained about the lamb before. Which is a blanted lie just look at the reviews. I personally find that hard to believe. I ordered Bouillabaisse, which is a personal favourite of mine. Due to her attitude towards my son I said nothing. I ate a few bites and took the rest home and threw it out. The scallops and shrimp are chewy. The monkfish was overcooked and the salmon was extremely fishy tasting. The only dinner item that was good was the Steak Diana that my husband ordered. After we ordered crème brulle missing its an upcharge for the flame it was served cold. The sugar crust was burnt and so thick it stuck to our teeth. We left part of it and all shared it instead of each of us ordering desserts. My son who paid thought maybe she didn't understand and thought he would say something before leaving because the meal at $190 with 1 beer in the mix was a bit high for food that was NOT good. She was cold and so what about it. So he left rather upset. Which upsets me. I find it hard to believe that being French or not one would care so little about their guests feeling were towards their food. For this reason we will not return. There are other French establishments that we can dine at and the fact that there is nothing I can't cook for myself. But sometimes I just like it made for me. It was for Mother's Day after all.