My friend and I came across this gem today. We loved our food and - as we both have dietary issues - were able to find lots of yummy choices. Windward Bar is tucked away in a small shopping center near the Clearwater Aquarium.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Emily Vargas
We took a chance on this spot and truly enjoyed every moment of our experience. It was chilly and rainy, and the place was packed with locals. Our servers were pleasant and welcoming, we were really made to feel welcome. My dad loved the place so much we returned to enjoy our last dinner in Clearwater. The energy was great. The drinks were great. The food was impressive. This little bar tucked away in a small shopping center is definitely worth a visit.Parking: It's a smal shopping center, parking was tight, but we quickly found a spot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: French Fries, Pepperoni Knots, Windward Burger
Raymond Gant
Upon arrival I was extremely excited about dining at Windward Bar and Grille! However, my feelings of elation were soon replaced with dismay and frustration after having to wait 15 minutes for a menu. The waitress who was so chipper and bubbly with other patrons, was short, curt, and matter of fact with us.As someone who was born and raised in a northern state, I couldn't, for the life of me, determine why our table was ignored, rushed, dismissed and looked upon with ABSOULTE DISGUST. And then it hit me...I was the only Black patron in the entire restaurant! I am not quick to claim racism, but if it quacks like a duck, it's likely a duck. My good friend, who was with me, ( and who happens to be white) had come to the same conclusion. In case you are wondering, I maintained a positive and professional attitude throughout this entire episode.It is my hope that the owner(s) of Windward Bar & Grill will share this experience with the staff and actively seek to shift the attitudes and actions (through training or removal, if necessary) of the staff in a more inclusive direction.Until then, Windward Bar and Grille gets a big thumbs down ?? from someone who could have been a very loyal patron and positive spokesperson.Establishments that engage in racist practices will not be ignored!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 1
happywineguy
Great place. Great bartenders.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brooke B.
stramboli was bussin ate it so fast i looked like i was one of those cartoon characters inhaling there food
david badtke
A super nice little neighborhood tavern. The bartenders were very attentive and greeted everyone even before they sat down. Great atmosphere, everyone talked to everyone, it really didn't matter who you were. This was our first time here and we struck up several conversations with people whom we never met. We made a few friends and I'm looking forward to going back. The food was pretty good and came out hot and fast.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mark S Fisher
Always good food I recommend the pepperoni garlic knots with sauce ? ?
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Garlic Knots
Alexus
Great atmosphere. Service was great. Staff was very personable and familiar with menu, as well as offered great recommendations.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
J Henn
Well run establishment.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Doug D.
My wife and I were in Clearwater back in December and we are definitely people that rely on yelp for good food and the Winward bar and Grill came up as a good pick. We went had a couple drinks and got the chicken wings which were really good and the pizza the pizza wasn't that great but it's obviously not a pizza kind of restaurant so next time we go back, we will just stick with wings and something else..
Great food with a good menu of things to choose from. It was a little crowded and loud but that's too be expected in a bar. Everything was delicious and service was pleasant - definitely recommend.
My friend and I came across this gem today. We loved our food and - as we both have dietary issues - were able to find lots of yummy choices. Windward Bar is tucked away in a small shopping center near the Clearwater Aquarium.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
We took a chance on this spot and truly enjoyed every moment of our experience. It was chilly and rainy, and the place was packed with locals. Our servers were pleasant and welcoming, we were really made to feel welcome. My dad loved the place so much we returned to enjoy our last dinner in Clearwater. The energy was great. The drinks were great. The food was impressive. This little bar tucked away in a small shopping center is definitely worth a visit.Parking: It's a smal shopping center, parking was tight, but we quickly found a spot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: French Fries, Pepperoni Knots, Windward Burger
Upon arrival I was extremely excited about dining at Windward Bar and Grille! However, my feelings of elation were soon replaced with dismay and frustration after having to wait 15 minutes for a menu. The waitress who was so chipper and bubbly with other patrons, was short, curt, and matter of fact with us.As someone who was born and raised in a northern state, I couldn't, for the life of me, determine why our table was ignored, rushed, dismissed and looked upon with ABSOULTE DISGUST. And then it hit me...I was the only Black patron in the entire restaurant! I am not quick to claim racism, but if it quacks like a duck, it's likely a duck. My good friend, who was with me, ( and who happens to be white) had come to the same conclusion. In case you are wondering, I maintained a positive and professional attitude throughout this entire episode.It is my hope that the owner(s) of Windward Bar & Grill will share this experience with the staff and actively seek to shift the attitudes and actions (through training or removal, if necessary) of the staff in a more inclusive direction.Until then, Windward Bar and Grille gets a big thumbs down ?? from someone who could have been a very loyal patron and positive spokesperson.Establishments that engage in racist practices will not be ignored!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 1
Great place. Great bartenders.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
stramboli was bussin ate it so fast i looked like i was one of those cartoon characters inhaling there food
A super nice little neighborhood tavern. The bartenders were very attentive and greeted everyone even before they sat down. Great atmosphere, everyone talked to everyone, it really didn't matter who you were. This was our first time here and we struck up several conversations with people whom we never met. We made a few friends and I'm looking forward to going back. The food was pretty good and came out hot and fast.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Always good food I recommend the pepperoni garlic knots with sauce ? ?
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Garlic Knots
Great atmosphere. Service was great. Staff was very personable and familiar with menu, as well as offered great recommendations.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Well run establishment.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My wife and I were in Clearwater back in December and we are definitely people that rely on yelp for good food and the Winward bar and Grill came up as a good pick. We went had a couple drinks and got the chicken wings which were really good and the pizza the pizza wasn't that great but it's obviously not a pizza kind of restaurant so next time we go back, we will just stick with wings and something else..
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Great food with a good menu of things to choose from. It was a little crowded and loud but that's too be expected in a bar. Everything was delicious and service was pleasant - definitely recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food and drinks ~ from pizza to steaks.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ahi Tuna Nachos, Garlic Knots, Meatballs, Wedge Salad, Windward Burger
Great place! Really enjoyed our meals, the staff were great. Will definitely return.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
First time here. Pleasant and relaxing atmosphere. Friendly and spot-on service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Friendly staff. Good food. Good prices.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5