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    Men's room
    Eric C.

    We've lived in SH 5 1/2 years and never ate here. We stopped by on a third Friday in March. They were booked and they took reservations. Somebody in line said they drove up from Sarasota to eat here so we soon realize this was a place to try. We tried it tonight and found a buried treasure. The food was amazing, our server was great. The way the place is set up, in an old house is very cozy and cool. It's not your typical restaurant where it feels like you're eating in a warehouse. This is a new (to use) safety harbor gem we will return to. Probably for a weekend brunch! Please take the time to view the bathroom pics. You can tell everything about a restaurant by its bathroom.

    Crab eggs benedict
    Kate C.

    Great experience! Waiter was very friendly and did a great job! The espresso martini was great. The crab eggs Benedict was phenomenal! Cooked perfectly and great flavor. The food here is super good. The only thing I would like to see would be a breakfast menu for kids as the kids menu is more lunch/dinner based. Other than that this place is super cute, love the outdoor seating options too.

    Outside
    Leah B.

    I've been wanting to try out this place for well over a year, and I finally made the trip down to the kitchen. I'm almost upset I waited so long to try this place out because everything was wonderful from the food to the service. My husband had the lamb and it was so tender that it came easily off the bone. I had the red fish which was equally delicious. We finished off the evening with a decadent s'mores bread pudding. My only critique was that the orzo with the fish could have used a tad more seasoning. But overall, I look forward to coming back.

    Nirvani M.

    Stopped in for breakfast and had such a wonderful experience. Our server was incredibly kind, and everything flowed seamlessly from being seated right away to receiving our food and drinks without any wait. The atmosphere inside was cozy and charming, making it the perfect spot to start the day. The food was excellent. The breakfast tacos were flavorful, but the shrimp and grits truly stole the show, easily some of the best I've ever had. Free street parking was available all around and easy to find, even on the weekend, which made the visit even more convenient. I'll definitely be coming back!

    Lemon poppy seed pancakes
    Jean C.

    Just walking into this restaurant you feel welcome by the people and the atmosphere! Enjoyed a wonderful brunch with a number of friends. We all agreed The service and food was exceptional and would return again. I'm definitely coming back for dinner!

    Pork Belly BLT
    Rosa M.

    This is my favorite restaurant in the Harbor. Forget Bar Fly or Water Oak and come HERE! The food is always incredible, Alex and Scott are amazing staff, and the ambiance is super cozy and casual as it's a converted old home. LOVE it here

    The Bill
    Jennifer G.

    In true safety harbor fashion, this cute little restaurant is located in a house on the corner. Comfortable and cozy choose what part of the house you want to sit in or eat out on the back patio. Dogs welcome outside. The service is attentive with a smile and the menu reads eclectic which i love. So why three stars? The food and drinks just fell a bit short for me and the prices are high for the food you get. The food descriptors sound more delicious than it is. The food wasn't bad, I just expected more especially when you charge $17 for a couple of breakfast street tacos and some burnt potato's. I was there for Brunch and chose that menu item because it was a fan favorite and supposedly their best item. To me I wasn't that impressed. It was just ok. The mimosa has several flavor choice so I tried the dirty pear which was odd but good. The bill is delivered inside of a faux Passport with blank pages to add a note or sign you were there which is a cute touch. Again not fantastic just good. For the prices I don't think I will be going back

    Saganaki
    Aubrey F.

    Came here for book club. I made a reservation Saturday night for Sunday evening for dinner for 5 people at 5pm. The staff were excellent and so friendly. Loved the decor and seating throughout the restaurant. Lots of indoor and outdoor seating options. Menu felt limited and pricey. I ordered the Saganaki, which is Greek cheese that is oven roasted and bathed in olive oil and lemon. Served with bread. This was just okay. I also ordered for the specials menu the Crab and Lobster Farro Arancini. I did not taste or see any lobster and very minimal crab. Not good unfortunately. Unfortunately I would not come back or recommend.

    The gazebo across from the restaurant.
    Cynthia B.

    My husband and I got married across the street. Our wedding party of 5 walked to the restaurant and it added to our intimate ceremony. The staff was amazing and took great care of us. Our group had filet mignons, ribeye, scallop and lamb dinners. The meats were cooked to the temperature each person wanted. We started with house and Caesar salads, very fresh. The cute Florida bungalow restaurant added to the magic of our wedding. Highly recommend for a special occasion.

    "Passports" that held the check and diner comments
    Larry S.

    Our daughter suggested we try The Kitchen initially because a friend's daughter works there. I'm very glad that she did, it was a wonderful experience! We arrived after church on Sunday and as advised, we made a reservation for 12:30. I'm always apprehensive about dining in downtown Safety Harbor at a busy lunchtime and finding a parking spot. So my daughter drove so she could hopefully drop us off close to the entrance. But just across the street was a church parking lot that had a sign that welcomed visitors to park outside of church hours! There were steps at the front entrance that we had to help my wife transit. Later we discovered two separate handicapped ramps and a designated parking spot in the rear. We were seated right away and brought menus, but we had looked at online menus and already knew what we wanted. My wife chose the Stuffed French Toast, our daughter selected the Breakfast Street Tacos and I decided on the Quiche 126, with a side of Feta Grits. We chatted with friends at the next table, who happened to be the one that suggested The Kitchen, plus her daughter worked there. She, Brianna, was our server. She was friendly, helpful and efficient. Even brought me hot sauce after my daughter told her I liked a little heat. Our food came, hot and delicious. As is our custom, we usually order different meals and share with each other so we broaden the number of dishes tasted. All the dishes were very tasty but we all agreed that the Breakfast Street Tacos were the best, along with super fried potato bites. The taco shells were crispy and wonderful! I suggested the shells were cheesy and later that was confirmed. And in a close second was the Feta Grits, creamy smooth and delightful. Another pleasant surprise came with our check inside a fake "Passport", that also help many diner comments. A great experience overall. Great food, superior service and a delight to the senses. Just a bit loud, so talking to the table beside us was difficult. We will be back on a date night to try something else.

    Steak + Eggs
    Mel L.

    Five star first impression at this cozy, weekend brunch/lunch/dinner nook in Safety Harbor. Surrounded by lush palms, the Kitchen resides a short walk from Main Street. This quaint bungalow offers more than meets the eye with multiple seating areas, bar, and large pavilion out back. Every room is unique and feels homey. The brunch menu was stacked with my favorite breakfast cravings, full bar + mimosa's. Our server was on the ball with our gluten-free requests. Steak + Eggs with home fried potatoes was my safest option. The chef also made sure my 10 oz steak was cooked perfectly. Everything was delish!!

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    Need to come back here. Very cute little spot in an old home. Brussel sprouts appetizer is delicious.

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    Ask the Community - The Kitchen

    Can you bring your dog?

    If you are outside!

    Is outside seating available?

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