25 Best Mediterranean Restaurants near Saint Petersburg

“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!“

“From entering to exiting, the staff was very friendly. Well seasoned and flavorful Mediterranean and seafood dishes. Busch Gardens tries to hide this place with their half-mile wall, but we made the trek anyway! In a sea of burgers and nuggets at the theme park, we wanted something better and this place hit the spot. Happy campers!“

“Great experience, phenomenal drinks“

“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.“

“During the past five years, we have enjoyed the authentic Turkish cuisine at Bayshore Mediterranean Grill. Having made several trips to Turkiye, we can attest to this fact! Thanks to the restaurant staff for providing excellent service. Special thanks to Rania, our server.“

“Every time I come here the food is 10/10. Amazing service and outstanding, authentic Serbian food. It’s family-owned and operated , so it’s a great way to support local business! I always bring my out of town guests and foodie friends here.“

“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!“

“EVERYTHING IS EXCELLENT!!!“

“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.“

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

“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!“

“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!“

“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.“

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

“went to the tropical room for an event and it was a blast! wait staff was awesome! highly recommend.“

“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.“

“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!“

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

“Wonderful service, ambiance, and AMAZING food! I righly recommend Emily's scallops most of all. Thank you to our server Kyle and to the Chef for an amazing dining experience!“

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

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

“We love it here! We always have the best time. Best advice: Dress COMFORTABLE!!! It gets super hot! Cute shorts and top is perfect. The girls at the bar make a solid drink!! You won't find a watered down drink in the house. The live music on Friday and Saturday keeps us coming back! The DJ afterwards plays a good variety too. We've never had a negative experience while dancing either! I wish they did have food!!!“

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

“Everything was so good! Our server, Teal, was wonderful. She was very attentive, helpful, and made our experience even better. Food was delicious and presented beautifully. The atmosphere was very pleasant. Would 100% come back whenever I am in St. Pete.“

“We had a 75th birthday party on a Sat. Night. The owners and staff were helpful, courteous, caring, and the food, drink and dessert were as always excellent. We have been going there since they opened and we have always felt welcomed and treated like family. A very Italian feeling Taverna. One of our favorite in St Pete. Thank you for your help in making our celebration so special.“