25 Best Mediterranean Restaurants near Saint Pete Beach

“Stopped in for a light dinner last night and was so pleasantly surprised! I started with a cup of shrimp bisque, which was packed with flavor. Then some polenta and shrimp, beautifully presented and even better tasting. I paired everything with a glass of Chardonnay, which rounded out the meal wonderfully. Loved the cozy vibe and friendly service. I’ll definitely be back!“

“We visited twice during our annual stay and loved it! The food was amazing and staff were very friendly. I would recommend this place off the beaten path because of the great service. We will 100% be back again and will tell our friends to make a stop. Thank you to the nicest staff for making our visit so lovely.“

“Branzini is a new standard for great Mediterranean Food In St Pete and the entire Tampa Bay Area - The owners and staff ( Especially Tazo and Natatia ) are so inviting and helpful that you just can't find a better restaurant experience in our opinion - The chicken dish was my favorite - my wife loved the seafood and pasta dish and the wine and beer selections are very well suited to the dishes they serve as well. Deserts off the charts ! Just go and enjoy yourself immensely without breaking the bank ! There is also some fine live music from time to time . Call ahead because it's sure to get busy as the word is traveling fast!“

“A Taste of the Mediterranean! Incredible, authentic Mediterranean food that truly transports you. Everything we ordered was fresh and flavorful—our Greek salad was crisp and vibrant, and the hummus with warm, homemade pita was outstanding. The chicken souvlaki sandwich was perfectly seasoned and cooked to perfection. We topped it all off with a refreshing sangria that tied the meal together beautifully. We’ll definitely be returning soon!“

“I was there for my birthday and I had a great time the ambiance was great and our waitress was so pleasant her name is Jeanae. I enjoyed talking to her.“

“Good food and good service!! I highly recommend eating here!! The calamari and the gnocchi are DELICIOUS!!“

“This place makes you feel like you’re in Turkey with music and decor. The food was absolutely delicious. Mehmet and Tugce served us gracefully. My husband said he just found a piece of heaven.“

“We went here for lunch after wanting to try for months. The food was amazing and the portions were great. I didn’t take any pictures.“

“Good food and owner Adam is welcoming and take pride in his food“

“Two friends and I went there for lunch today it was very quiet and there was one person working he was the waiter possibly the owner. He took our order and made our food and it was pretty quick. He was extremely quiet but the food was good and we’ll definitely go back!“

“If only there were an option for more than 5 stars. I called Seminole Cava a couple of weeks ago because my best friend wanted it catered for her baby shower however, the closest catering location was 30 minutes away with Seminole only being 6 minutes away. Thank God TJ is the one who took my call because he made it happen for us. I explained it would only be about 12-15 of us and that the mom-to-be had been surviving off of Cava, specifically the sour cream and onion pita, during her pregnancy. TJ picked up all of the catering supplies and had everything ready to go the morning of the shower. He even threw in a bag of the sour cream and onion seasoning for her - such a thoughtful (and hilarious) surprise. TJ truly and co truly went above and beyond for us and we’ll never forget it.“

“Quick, super-friendly service - the same now as it always has been! Thank you for the vegan options! The food is plentiful, delicious and made with care.“

“I went to cava to pick up a company order amongst other errands. Jessica was running to go orders and I just want to thank Cava for employee such a dedicated employee. Jess was quick understanding and also made sure the order was correct and greeted me with a warm smile. Thank you Jess for being awesome!“

“Come and see for yourself!!!“

“This is my go to spot for pizza in St Pete! Eddie always does it right!!“

“We were greeted immediately upon arrival by Brittney. She was very informative about the menu and brought our food right out. We got our dessert to go. I have since been back for a to go order and was treated with the upmost respect. I ordered onion rings this time with my food and I absolutely loved them!“

“Dixie Chicks meets once a month and picks a new restaurant around town to meet and experience our hometown vibe. We were a party of 8 and were greeted warmly. The service and food were exceptional. We will be back!“

“Delicious, good service and the best cup of coffee! I will come back again for sure“

“Tonight was my first visit to Allelo on Beach Drive in St. Pete. We didn’t have a reservation but were lucky to get seats at the bar around 7 p.m. They mentioned they were fully booked, though we did notice a few tables open both when we arrived and when we left. Still, we ended up having a great time at the bar! The female bartender was pretty friendly and attentive, and the bar back (a male) was busy helping with table and silverware setup ~ both were good. We ordered the Baby Gem Salad, Mussels in a delicious tomato sauce, and the Cocktail Shrimp, which were all fantastic. The cocktails were unique and interestingly crafted. The espresso martini had an interesting twist ~ a subtle touch of amaro that gave it depth. The lemon drop martini was made with their house lemonade, which gave it a refreshing and slightly unexpected flavor. My friend ordered the Aperol Spritz and really enjoyed it too. It was a bit loud inside, so next time I’ll definitely ask to sit outside, especially in this beautiful weather. The restaurant has a charming patio right on Beach Drive, a cozy bar area, and another smaller dining room to the right as you walk in. The space is beautifully decorated, with a hand-painted mural of birds by a local artist. They even provided a list so guests can learn about each bird featured on the wall ~ a thoughtful touch! I’m surprised it took me this long to visit, especially since I consider myself quite the foodie. Allelo has been open for 5 years, and after tonight, I can definitely say I’ll be back soon!“

“I am anxious to try this restaurant. I heard they have a new server who is the best!!!,“

“Had hawt noods from Uber and by far the best thing I’ve ate in awhile! Truly talented chefs ❤️🥢 all their sauces are amazing.“

“We popped in as we were walking around the Central Arts District checking out the murals downtown. We only had an appetizer but the hand crafted expresso martini the bartender Zach made was exquisite!“

“Had a family dinner at Baba last night and as always the food was delectable! We order a sizeable combo of selections from their consistently amazing menu. All the spreads, octopus, falafel, roasted chicken, lemony orzo, snapper skewers, and more (desserts!) Yum!
The highlight is always our waitress, Teal, who we call ahead to request every time. She is lovely, professional and well versed on the menu of the day/ season. We adore her 😊.
Baba is a guaranteed delicious choice for our family and friends ~ every time!“

“Great music, fun vibes, but they really need a better ventilation system, doesn't smell great and you'll be sweating profusely while dancing, but even then I think it's worth it and I'll be back. It's so fun that I'll put up w/ the heat, just bring your own fan maybe“