Really enjoyed our experience at Copa! Our waiter was definitely a highlight. He was super…read morefriendly, attentive, and checked on us several times throughout the evening while we were seated outside. The food was good, and I really enjoyed the jerk chicken. I substituted the beans for double rice, and it was a great choice. The hookah was also good, and the music created a fun atmosphere. There was a live DJ playing, and we were hoping to sit on that side of the restaurant to get more of the full nightlife experience, but unfortunately we weren't able to. We ended up enjoying the outdoor seating, though. It had a cute, quaint feel that fit right in with downtown St. Pete. Overall, good food, good music, good hookah, and a nice atmosphere for a night out.

So this has become one of my favorite places in DTSP. Some nights they have a live DJ and they…read morealways bring a vibe. The drinks are always amazing. Usually we catch our now favorite bartender Javon and he makes a mean Lemon Lychee! I also love that they have hookah here. It seems like there aren't many places in the area that have hookah and sometimes I don't feel like driving to Tampa for it. I STILL haven't had a chance to try the food yet, but I've had friends tell me all the time that the food is fire. I'll keep coming back for sure.

A fun vibe! My friend and I were early for our reservation…read moreso we thought we'd just get a pre dinner drink at the bar but they were short staffed and it took awhile (about 10 min) to even be able to order. However, I want to give a shoutout to the servers Rachel and Tyler! Once we were seated at our table, we had a blast. You could tell they were short staffed but those two still did a great job. We were celebrating my friends new job and brought a bottle of champagne (emailed and asked first, you just have to pay a corking fee). They didn't even know we were celebrating anything but they brought our sparklers and did a whole thing for us. It was great!

Drinks were good, however they ran out of glassware and served our lychee martinis in regular…read moreglasses. We ordered the NY Strip ($57) and it looked nothing like the pictures advertised on Yelp. The mushrooms were not sautéed and were served whole instead of cut up. The steak was also overcooked. For the price, it should have been much better. The fried rice tasted smoky and burned (they did take it off the bill). On the positive side, the vibe was great, the music was great, and the view was really nice. I'd probably eat elsewhere and just come to Sparrow for drinks, the atmosphere, and the rooftop view.

We had a great experience with the food and drinks while staying at The Don. Our first day we sat…read moreat the pool bar and our server made us the BEST drinks. After that the drinks were just okay when we ordered them. He set the bar high and we requested that only he make our drinks if he was available! The food was really good - a little pricy but good.

Fair prices for a beautiful resort. We got great service that really stood out. Good beverages and…read morevery good food. Service was on it, even on the beach. At the pool you never have to wait at all. Made our pools days really nice.

The entire experience here was wonderful. Our server Mario and the manager Javier were so…read moreaccommodating and helpful with recommendations. They really went above and beyond. The ambiance was a vibeeee I absolutely loved the decor. What we ordered: - Conchas al fuego (scallops with a flame the plating was exceptional) - Aji explosion ceviche (HUGE and also insane presentation) - Pork belly ceviche (pork belly fanatics so this was a must for us) - Acevichado roll (the sauce on this roll WOW) - Inca roll (this roll was fried & so unique) - Pulpo a la parrilla (perfectly cooked and the plating was unreal. Potatoes paired perfectly) - Parrilla marina (one of my favs of the night we devoured this) - Pasta en tinta de calamar en salsa a lo macho y mariscos (beware of the squid ink pasta making your teeth back HAHA we didn't realize but delish)

I visited Aji Ceviche in St. Pete and really enjoyed the experience. The restaurant itself is very…read moretrendy, clean, and inviting. I ordered the Arroz con Pato, which features tender duck braised in a cilantro-beer sauce served over green rice, along with papa a la huancaina and criolla sauce. The rice was rich, flavorful, and had a nice level of spice to it. The creamy yellow sauce on the side was absolutely delicious and added a great balance to the dish. The portion was hearty and filling, making it a satisfying meal. My only critique is that I would have liked a bit more duck, as i feel the carb to protein ratio wasn't well balanced Overall, a very enjoyable meal in a beautiful space. I'd definitely come back to try more of the menu.

I was in St. Pete yesterday and a friend and I grabbed a bite before the Rays/Yankees game…read more We ordered 3 small plates. 1- Grilled octopus 2- Duck Confit Empanadas. 3- Ropa Vieja. We both loved the octopus and Ropa Vieja . The duck was good but lacked that sauce that made it work. We both didn't care for the one that came with the dish. The atmosphere is nice on the smaller size but roomy. The staff was friendly and efficient. I would love to try other dishes that they offer. It was hard to choose only 3

I recently discovered Pulpo Kitchen & Lounge through an Instagram food influencer. Apparently…read morethey've been around for at least a year, so I'm not sure how I missed them. The food looked fantastic, so I decided to give them a shot. There's a lot to like here. The space is attractive, with the circular bar serving as the centerpiece. The menu is thoughtful, there's a solid wine selection, a few trendy non-alcoholic options, and a beer selection that feels a little like an afterthought. Unfortunately, the food was a mixed bag...and the biggest problem was execution. We started with the Local Gems & Cabrales Blue Cheese Fritters. Two fritters for a shared dish felt a little stingy, and one of mine was fried so thoroughly that the blue cheese had basically packed its bags and left the building. The accompanying salad, however, was excellent. The vegetables were incredibly fresh and beautifully prepared. The Mixed Skewer Asado was better. The steak was tender and flavorful, and the chicken was good. The shrimp, however, was significantly overcooked. Good flavor throughout, but again, execution was inconsistent. The Crispy Pork Belly came with a nice sweet-chili glaze, but the pork itself was overcooked and dry. Pork belly is basically the culinary equivalent of a layup. It's supposed to be rich, juicy and indulgent. This one missed the rim. The Caramelized Acorn Squash was enjoyable, although I wanted considerably more yogurt. The acidity and creaminess would have provided a much needed counterpoint to the sweetness. And then there was the water. The tap water was awful. I don't know what was going on with it, but after one glass I was ready to move on to something bottled. Service was another weak spot. Things started out fine enough, but after our plates were cleared, we waited an absurdly long time for the check. Once you're done eating and sitting there staring at an empty table, five minutes feels like ten...and this was considerably longer than that. Pulpo is a good example of a restaurant where I really wanted to like it more than I did. There are clearly some smart ideas behind the menu, and I appreciate the effort to create something a little different. But thoughtful dishes only get you halfway there. Execution is what separates a good restaurant from a memorable one. And in a downtown dining scene that's increasingly full of restaurants doing similar things, there are plenty of other options nearby that I'd choose before coming back here. Pulpo has potential. I'd just like to see the kitchen tighten things up before I give it another shot.

EXPERIENCE: I love…read morethis restaurant downnnnn!!!! The food is always amazing and service is soo sweet and attentive. Took my parents here and they thoroughly enjoyed it -- especially being able to walk the pier afterwards. A little tip -- It's a bustling environment, lively, and very busy. Please be patient with the workers! With that being said, I strongly recommend making a reservation. I was surprised at how busy it was for a Monday night. FOOD: Calamari 10/10 -- I always and will continue to order this appetizer every time I come here. It's delicious, no notes! Shrimp Ceviche 10/10 -- A good tangy sour taste and they give you more than enough chips to dip. Mussels 8/10 -- Hurts my heart to rate anything here below a 10 but the portion size was too small. Maybe it's due to the fact that most of the mussles were empty. The sauce was rich though! I loved dipping it with the bread that was provided. Roasted Half Chicken 8/10 -- I didn't try this, it was my dad's entree. He said it was good but he's never been a huge chicken fan. Just wanted to try something new. It is a huge portion despite being only half. Maine Lobster Roll 10/10 -- This was my mom's entree but I am huge lobster fan so I stole some. I loved it. It's creamy goodness. Original Panko Crusted Sandwich -- I always get this as my entree and it never fails to satisfy me. It's definitely the remoulade that keeps me ordering this every time. It's sooo good. Especially with ketchup (sorry lol!). Penne with Shrimp 9/10 -- My sisters entree. She is a huge pasta fan and she loved how cheesy it was. Even my dad enjoyed a few bites from her dish.

It was a busy day at the restaurant and it was packed. Half of our party arrived earlier so we…read moreimmediately sat down and were greeted by the server. She took drink orders and followed up for food. I got the mussels and they were pretty good. My cocktail was good too. I got a mojito.

The breakfast was delicious! Ask for Josh! He was a wonderful server! Great decor and atmospher!read more

My friends and I were on a girls trip in St. Pete and ended up going to Coconuts Charlie's for…read morebrunch two days in a row! We all enjoyed our meals both days. The portion sizes were great, everything was flavorful, and the prices were very reasonable. The service was also good both times we visited. The restaurant is beautifully decorated and has plenty of seating, which makes it a great spot for groups. We had a great experience and would definitely recommend it!

During our stay at the Don CeSar we made reservations at Maritana to eat on our anniversary night…read more The hostess was very friendly and happily took a picture for us. Our server was friendly as well. He went over his top recommendations from the menu and answered any questions we had. Nothing was really standing out to us or sounding appetizing based off his description but we still decided to give it a try and ordered the Blue crab based off the waiters recommendation and the Red Fish. When the food finally came we were both surprised with the Blue crab dish. What was in front of us is not what was described to us. It was not appetizing to me at all so my husband ate most of this. The Red fish tasted great but just wished it came with an actual side like rice, mashed potatoes, or an actual filling portion size of vegetables. Instead it came with 3 carrots. Pictures provided of both meals. We ordered a desert to share for our anniversary which was good. Overall the ambiance of the restaurant was really nice but the food selection and portion size could be a-lot better. We were both still hungry after dinner which is normally not the case for me especially with dessert & this is when we found out about Uncle Andy's Market. My husband and I were able to find something in here to satisfy our hunger. While we were at Uncle Andy's one of the workers there told us that the restaurant we just ate at was going through a revamp and menu changes so it is still a working process which is definitely understandable. Because of the convenience of the restaurant when staying at the hotel I really hope the food selection and portion size gets better so we can give it another try with hopefully a better experience.

If you know, you know -- Maritana is where St. Pete hides its culinary crown jewels. From start to…read morefinish, the service team made the night feel like a private celebration, with small touches that showed real hospitality is alive and well. Every dish was a masterpiece -- the flavors were bold but balanced, the presentation immaculate, and you could taste the ocean's freshness in every bite. The cocktail program? Impeccable. Whoever's behind the bar has serious craft and intuition. The ambiance ties it all together -- soft lighting, coastal elegance, and that quiet buzz of guests who know they're somewhere special. It's rare to find a place that's both polished and personal, but Maritana pulls it off effortlessly.