Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in St. Petersburg

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Updated October 05, 2024

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In Between Days

4.9

4.9 (97)

$31 to $50

French / Japanese

St. Petersburg

About the restaurant

Featured in Food & Wine Magazine, The Wine Enthusiast, and Tampa Bay Times, In Between Days is Florida's first craft sake house and Tokyo-style listening bar. Our sake list is one of the most diverse on the East Coast and is curated by our in-house sake sommelier Noah Sain. Inspired by the underground listening bars of Tokyo, our little house is warmed by intimate lighting and analog sounds sent through a pair of Klipsch Cornwalls. Oil lanterns cascade amber light while sake is poured into eager glasses. We play full sides. Our sake is chilled. Our oysters are served in the classic French style. It’s not Tokyo, but it’s close.

With an ever-rotating menu of sake, sake cocktails, and tasty plates, In Between Days offers a truly unique experience in the Tampa Bay area. Just off the hustle of Central Ave.

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Top review

Zach

Dined on Sep 28, 2024

Sky was a server he was awesome. Vibe was on point

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Sake Club Meeting #008

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JOTO Hiyaoroshi Fall Sake Pairing Menu

Rococo Steak

4.8

4.8 (2621)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

St. Petersburg

About the restaurant

Inspired beyond simply exquisite steaks. From appetizer to dessert, only the freshest ingredients and culinary expertise go into the variety of items we feature. When you’re a perennial Wine Spectator “Best of Award of Excellence” winner 9 years running. With more than 1000 labels, every wine lover will find a bottle to adore – whether it’s a Grace Family Estate, a Ghost Horse, or a 1982 Château Lafite-Rothschild. – Not that we’re name-dropping.

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Rick

Dined 6 days ago

The food was fantastic! Overall, great experience.

Gratzzi Grille

4.7

4.7 (1608)

$31 to $50

Italian

St. Petersburg

About the restaurant

If you're craving classic Italian food in a classy environment, Gratzzi Italian Grille is the place to eat. Choose from your favorite sultry pasta, meat dishes, including chicken, seafood and veal among others. Gratzzi's menu offers an array of feasts to satisfy your Italian cravings.

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Jen

Dined 6 days ago

Amazing experience! The food was extremely delish, you definitively should try the bada-bing!!!! Eduardo was a very friendly and knowledgeable and was extremely pleased with his service. Will make sure to add this to our go to restaurants.

Kobe Japanese Steakhouse - St. Petersburg

4.7

4.7 (2044)

$30 and under

Teppanyaki

St. Petersburg

About the restaurant

Kobé is known for offering its guests a unique Teppanyaki dining experience and doing so with its very own blend of fun and flare at its 12 Central Florida locations. We provide a unique dining experience that offers an exciting and vibrant environment for guests to gather and celebrate over delicious food and drinks.

Due to our unique communal seating arrangement at our teppanyaki table, please expect a short wait time with your reservation upon checking in with your complete party. We offer limited online booking availability, with communal seating, for large parties 11-20. For large parties requesting a booking outside of online availability, parties 20+, and parties requesting private tables please contact your preferred Kobé location by completing our online inquiry form at https://kobesteakhouse.com/banquets/to reserve through a manager with a banquet menu. We cannot guarantee that reservations booked separately will be sat together.

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Jennifer

Dined on Sep 30, 2024

UPDATE: Area Manager contacted me about our experience. Thank you for your prompt attention!! Waitress brought the wrong beer (Heineken instead of Yuengling). Seated with other people who complained about multiple issues (teriyaki on the chicken and egg in the rice) impairing our experience. Went to celebrate a birthday and left because the experience was lacking.

The Urban Stillhouse - St. Petersburg

4.7

4.7 (2681)

$50 and over

American

St. Petersburg

About the restaurant

The Urban Stillhouse by Horse Soldier Bourbon is a unique entertainment space featuring American cuisine centered around a wood-fired grill, innovative craft cocktails, and bourbon education.

This 16,000 sq. ft restaurant bar and event space is influenced by the Horse Soldier Bourbon team’s historic background and favorite destinations including Kentucky, Montana, Wyoming, Canada, Scotland, and more.

The leather sofas, wood-burning fireplaces, copper stills, and vast bourbon “library” will transport you.

Dress Code:
The official dress code for The Urban Stillhouse is “smart casual”. Gym clothes, beach attire including flip flops, clothing with holes, non-dressy tank tops and ball caps are not appropriate for the elevated experience our patrons have come to expect from us.

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined 4 days ago

Had a great time at the bar, was made to feel very welcome.

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Experience

Horse Soldier Bourbon Tasting

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Horse Soldier Commander's Select Bourbon Tasting

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Savage & Cooke Pairing Dinner

Taverna Costale

4.7

4.7 (757)

$31 to $50

Italian

St. Petersburg

About the restaurant

When the owners of Taverna Costale originally moved their families to Florida, they did so to create a revolution in hospitality. Their blueprint for success can be summed up in two simple words: People first.

It is a commitment to those they work alongside, by creating welcoming, supportive environments in which to grow. It is a passion to deliver warm, welcoming experiences for their guests. It is the desire to make positive changes within their neighborhood through community outreach.

For this reason, the owners cultivated a relationship with acclaimed chef Fabio Viviani, who brings unmatched culinary inspiration to the table. The synergy between the two group elevated the spotlight on people, culture, and quality - making Taverna Costale unique to what St. Pete has to offer.

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Sherylvip

Dined on Sep 28, 2024

Love this place. Mussels are great. The branzino was terrific as was the salmon.

Fortu

4.7

4.7 (250)

$50 and over

Pan-Asian

St. Petersburg

About the restaurant

Fortu offers an elevated Pan-Asian dining experience right in the heart of St. Petersburg, Florida. Celebrating Asia’s vibrant and diverse culture, Fortu introduces bright and bold flavors to a bright and bold city. Our irresistible menu consists of locally and sustainably sourced options, ranging from small bites to filling delicacies. Our refined Pan-Asian offerings transport every guest to a luxuriant destination – right down the road. Whether you’re winding down from a day at the beach or toasting to a special occasion, Fortu’s lush and alluring atmosphere provides an authentic taste of Asia’s divine cuisine.

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Greg/Heather

Dined 3 days ago

Excellent food, beautiful presentation and friendly staff. A terrific dining experience overall. Splurge on the Japanese Wagyu tasting. You won’t be disappointed.

Sonata Restaurant

4.6

4.6 (219)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

St. Petersburg

About the restaurant

Located within The Mahaffey Theater beside Tampa Bay with breath taking views of the basin, Sonata Restaurant and Lounge offers two levels of fine dining featuring an exemplary wine list, craft cocktails and Chef Ted Dorsey's Coastal Cuisine rooted in southern hospitality. Please join us to enjoy fine food, wonderful shows and visual art featuring world-famous glasswork by Trish Duggan's studio. We look forward to serving you.

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Reid

Dined on Sep 20, 2024

Best steak I’ve had. Great service. Awesome view of marina.

Castile Restaurant

4.4

4.4 (1557)

$31 to $50

American

St. Pete Beach

About the restaurant

Located inside The Hotel Zamora, Castile Restaurant incorporates local Florida ingredients with Mediterranean inspired cooking methods. Offering indoor & outdoor seating on our expansive terrace with views of the Intra coastal waterway, our culinary team serves American Cuisine showcasing seasonal local ingredients. Serving Breakfast 8am-11am, Lunch 11am-3pm, Dinner 5-10pm. Sunday Brunch 11:30-2:30 pm. Castile Lounge 11am-11pm. Daily. For parties of 15 or more, we do offer an elegant private dining room and outdoor veranda & patio for seating up to 30 people for private events. Inquire @ info@thehotelzamora.com

Also located in The Hotel Zamora, the 360 Rooftop Bar offers drinks & lounge seating. We are a 1st come, 1st serve venue that does not take reservations. Located on the 5th floor, this location features Gulfside & Bayside views of golden sunsets on the Gulf & the Intracoastal cityscape on the Bay. The 360 Rooftop is weather/event permitting. Open Daily @ 4p.m.

Top review

Dorothee

Dined on Sep 10, 2024

We had an incredible night celebrating my daughter‘s 25th Birthday. Our waiter was very attentive and friendly. Definitely recommend it!

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4.2

4.2 (255)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

St. Petersburg

About the restaurant

Coming Soon!

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Birdie

Dined on Sep 20, 2024

We went for the first time and were very satisfied with the food, cocktails and beer flights. The restaurant has fun decor inside and out with a beautiful outside area with bar. Will definitely go again.

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