RESTAURANTS

SEA-GUINI Restaurant $$$Opal Sands Resort430 South Gulfview Blvd. 727.450.6236 Waterview. Lunch 11am-3pm, Dinner 5pm-10pm.Beautiful views of the gulf from every seat, this Italian favorite features locally caught seafood, locally sourced produce and traditional pasta dishes all made from scratch in-house. http://www.seaguini.com/dinner/

ISLAND WAY GRILL $$$20 Island Way, Island Estates 727.461.6617 Waterview. Mon-Thur 4pm-10pm, Fri & Sat till 11pm;Sat. Lunch 12Noon, Sunday Brunch 11-3pm, Dinner til 10pmA display case presents the day’s catch, chops & deserts and chefs masterfully roll sushi, shuck oysters and grill over a wood fired hearth. Dine on Pan-Asian fare inside or on the Tiki deck over the water, either way you’ll enjoy Clearwater’s trendiest venue. www.islandwaygrill.com/_uploaded_files/islandwaymenu-2013-06.pdf

HEILMAN’S BEACHCOMBER $$$447 Mandalay Avenue 727.442.4144 11:30am-10pm, Fri & Sat till 1030pm.Over 50 years of fine dining in one of the nicest dining rooms on Clearwater Beach, serving steaks, seafood & their signature Pan Fried Southern Chicken! Elegant, subdued setting popular with the classic crowd. Relax in plush comfort as the pianist plays your favorite tune. www.heilmansbeachcomber.com/menus/dinner.html

COLUMBIA RESTAURANT $$$1241 Gulf Blvd. Sand Key 727.596.8400 Waterview. 11:30am-10pm. The sister restaurant to the original 1905 in Ybor City. Feast on Spanish cuisine prepared using 100 year old recipes handed down through generations of the Hernandez & Gonzmart families. Enjoy casual dining and the panoramic view of the bay from indoors or out on the deck. http://www.columbiarestaurant.com/Menus-By-Location/Locations/Sand-Key.aspx

Caretta’s on the Gulf $$$$Sandpearl Resort 500 Mandalay Avenue 727.674.4171 Gulf-Front Waterview. Dinner served 5:30-10pm.Fine dining with a direct west-facing gulf view to enjoy the sun set. Fresh Florida cuisine, featuring a daily selection of local seafood, sushi bar, a wood burning oven, and a wine and cheese room. Extensive wine list with selections from around the world. Great for special occasions. http://www.sandpearl.com/dining/caretta-on-the-Gulf/

MARINA CANTINA $$$25 Causeway Blvd 727.443.1750 7am-10pm,Harbor Views Marina Cantina offers amazing views and even more incredible Mexican flavors. This three story restaurant peers out over the harbor where you can view all the ships entering the Marina. http://www.marinacantina.com/

BOBBY’S BISTRO $$Behind Heilman’s Beachcomber 727.446.9463 Open 7days, 5pm …The less formal, less expensive “little brother” behind the Beachcomber. Great salads, pizza, pasta, fish, chops & daily specials. Dine in the open-air main dining room or the private leather booths in the Foxy Rock room. Say hello to the chef and see what’s cooking as you walk in. , www.bobbysbistro.com/bistromenu.html

Cork & Brew Bistro $$$524 Mandalay Avenue 727.483.5990Craft Beer and upscale wine bar offers small plate tapas meals uniquely prepared using a searing hot volcanic slate! A scrumptious selection of desserts, great place to wind down on the cushy couches out on the sidewalk. Guitarist on weekends.https://www.blinkersbeachside.com/

BEACH BARS

The Sand Bar @ Opal Sands430 South Gulfview Blvd. 727.450.0380Located a short walk down the dune off the south end of Clearwater Beach, Sandbar provides a relaxed atmosphere for lunch or dinner. We offer a

delicious variety of Florida casual fare and some of the best drinks on the beach.

Crabby’s333 South Gulfview Blvd. 727.608.2065www.crabbybills.com/Clrwtr.htmlOn the Beach Walk promenade just south of the Hyatt, enjoy sunsets from the second floor over the beach. Part of the Crabby Bill’s family of restaurants, the menu features the old favorites as well as new creations.

Jimmy’s Crows Nest @ Pier House 60101 Coronado Drive 727.683.0002www.pierhouse60.com/jimmys-crows-nest.htmlRooftop bar on 10th floor of the Pier House 60 Hotel, a great place to watch the sunset, with fantastic views of Gulf, Marina & the Roundabout. Projection TV shows your favorite ball game HUGE on the side of the building.

Frenchy’s Rockaway Grill7 Rockaway Street 727-446-4844 www.frenchysonline.com/locations/frenchys-rockawayThe flagship of Frenchy’s four restaurant empire sits directly on the sand, one of the best spots to have a margarita & grouper sandwich while watching the sun set. Worth the wait for a table on the deck under the umbrellas. Live music nightly, satellite TV to entertain, bare feet & bikinis welcome.

Reflections @ Opal Sands430 South Gulfview Blvd 727.450.0380Come join us pool side overlooking the beautiful Gulf of Mexico. Enjoy personalized service as our attendants bring handcrafted cocktails right to your lounge chair. HOTEL GUESTS ONLY

Shephard’s Tiki Bar & Lounge

601-619 South Gulfview Blvd. 727.441.6875www.shephards.com/entertainment/tiki-bar

The Wave Night Club @ Shephard’swww.shephards.com/entertainment/night-clubThe area’s largest hot and cold All-U-Can Eat buffet, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. At dinner, pile your plate high with crab legs and slices from the carving station. Lots of choices: salads, sushi, fried chicken, salads, deserts. Eat in or outside over the inlet. Munchies available at the Tiki Bar. Entertainment at 3 different venues: Reggae on the tiki deck, pop inside the air conditioned lounge and techno-rock DJ in the Wave night club after 10pm. Wed-Sun., cover charge. Great people watching!

Palm Pavilion Beachside Grill & Bar10 Bay Esplanade 727-446-264210:30am – 10pm, located right on the beachwww.palmpavilion.comAn old favorite directly on the beach, enjoy a cool drink & lite bites or a grouper wrap while listening to the evening’s guitarist. Check out the early photos of Clearwater Beach and join the applause when the sun sets over the water.

SpEggtacular Clearwater Beach770 S. Gulfview Blvd. 727.270.7599http://speggtacular.com/home/4669913All your food is made to order. Come to our locally owned and operated restaurant for fresh fruit, quality food, and beautiful meal presentations. Make sure you take a look at our menus to see the wide variety of food you can choose from.

RESTAURANTS

Forlini’s Italian Restaurant $$$435 Mandalay Avenue 727.441.1111Dinner 5pm-10pm, Tuesday thru SaturdayFresh seafood, steaks and chops, homemade pastas, signature dishes, as well as traditional Italian dishes. We use only the finest ingredients and take great pride in providing the best for our guests. In addition to our

menu, we offer a selection of daily specials to tempt your palate.https://www.forlinis.com/

Blinkers Beachside Steakhouse & Lounge $$$476 Mandalay Avenue 727.754.1757 Sun -Thurs 3pm-11pm, Fri & Sat till 1AMBlinkers Beachside is the FL home to one of Kentucky’s premier restaurants. Our Kentucky Steakhouse received the “Best Steak” award multiple years.  Whether you are looking for a fantastic steak or fresh seafood, our menu is sure to please all palates.https://www.blinkersbeachside.com/

CESARE’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT $$$794 South Gulfview Blvd 727.449.8797 Open 7days, 5-10pmClassic pastas, pink sauces, meltingly soft gnocchi & a veal supper Frank Sinatra would sing for. Sample a home-made canoli or a crème brulee for desert. Dine inside or al-fresco, Gentlemen waiters provide professional, smart, attentive service. www.cesareatthebeach.com

Watercolour Grill House $$$Clearwater Beach Marriott Suites on Sand Key 727.953.16611201 Gulf Blvd, Clearwater Beach, FL 33767Sat-Sun from 7:00am-2:00pm, 5:00pm-10:00pmMon-Fri from 6:30am-2:00pm, 5:00pm-10:00pmOpen for breakfast, lunch and dinner, our award-winning restaurant showcases nautical décor, fresh seafood and stunning waterfront views. Be sure to order one of our delicious steaks!

Ocean Hai $$$$Wyndham Clearwater Beach Resort100 Coronado Drive 727.281.9544Sun – Sat, 7:00am – 10:00pmIndulge all your senses at our signature restaurant and the only one in Clearwater serving Asian-fusion cuisine. Incredible flavors and colors come to life in our sumptuous sushi and sashimi platters, all uniquely prepared under the culinary eye of Chef de Cuisine John Capponi. Every dish is prepared with fresh, locally-sourced

ingredients, including seafood and farm-raised meats and poultry. Enjoy relaxing meals indoors or choose your favorite view in our shaded outdoor dining areas. There’s no better way to start your day than with a relaxing al fresco breakfast just steps away from your guestroom. Plan your next day over dinner while the sun sets over the shimmering waters of the Gulf.http://www.wyndhamgrandclearwater.com/dining/ocean-hai?utm_source=local&utm_campaign=

SHOR American Seafood Grill $$$Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Spa301 South Gulfview Blvd 727.373.4780Open daily from 6:30am – 3:00pm, Dinner from 5:00pm – 10:00pmExperience Clearwater’s best seafood at SHOR restaurant. We meld the freshest seafood with Coastal American cuisine to create delightful dishes with effortless charm. Enjoy sparkling views of Clearwater, FL and the Gulf Coast over breakfast, lunch or dinner. http://www.shorgrill.com/hpr/shor/en/clearwater.html

Spotted Donkey Cantina $$$300-416 Mandalay Ave 727.461.3222Sun–Thurs 11:00am-10:00pm,Fri & Sat 11:00am-11:00pmMexican, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Optionshttp://restaurantwebx.com/SpottedDonkeyCantina/

Salt Rock Grill $$$$727.593.762519325 Gulf Blvd, Indian Shores, FL 33785Mon-Fri from 4:00pm-10:00pm (Fri till 11:00pm)This beach landmark legendary for their hand-cut steaks, fresh day boat seafood and superior service.

BEACH BARS

Toucan’s431 Mandalay Avenue 727.461.4500Sun-Sat, 11:00am – 3:00amSports Bar with tons of TVs including 2 mega TVs on the north wall. Wide-ranging menu with all the popular bar offerings… try the Toucan Crunch Chicken Fingers or their Jumbo Wings. Three hi- top tables on the sidewalk allow for great people & traffic watching, live music or DJ on most nights. Open past 2am.

Brown Boxer South Beach741 Bayway Blvd 727.286.8906http://thebrownboxer.com/The other Sports Bar further up South Beach. Over 20 Flat Screen Hi-Def TV’s with DirecTV Sports Packages, UFC & Boxing Pay-Per-Views. Live Music on weekends and full menu until 2:00am. Daily Specials: Monday’s All-U-Can Eat Snow Crabs; Tuesday’s Pint Night; Wednesday’s Ladies Night 2-4-1. Younger crowd hangs out until 3:00am.

Salty’s Island Bar & Grille 437 South Gulfview Blvd. 727.216.8085Sunday – Thursday 11:00am to 12:00am Friday – Saturday 11:00am to 1:00amhttp://saltysisland.com/Offering an Island twist to many casual Bach Fares, Salty’s Island is proud to have found a home on beautiful Clearwater Beach. Serving happy hour every day from 11:00am – 7:00pm and 10:00pm – Close, there’s always a great reason to join us for a cold one. We invite you join us for an amazing dining experience with the best staff around.

The Bait House & Restaurant45 Causeway Blvd. 727.446.8134http://www.clearwaterbaithouse.com/Open since the 1940s, The Bait House Tackle & Tavern is located in the marina on beautiful Clearwater Beach. We are proud to offer the freshest fish, highest quality tackle and gear, and some of the best food on the beach. Our daily menu features fresh, locally caught seafood, with an assortment of beers and wine. Stop by for a cold beer or to enjoy dinner

while you watch a beautiful sunset on our deck. Come by boat and bring the whole family!

Hooters381 Mandalay Avenue 727.443.7263If you can’t make it over to the original Hooters in Clearwater where the empire began 30 years ago, vist their newest location here on the beach overlooking the Clearwater Roundabout for your fix of chicken wings, curly fries and orange shorty-shorts. Hooters is on the 2nd floor and The Lookout is up on the 3rd floor with a fantastic view of Pier 60 and the sunset. Over 30 TV’s and live music on the weekends up in the Lookout.

Clear Sky Beachside Cafe 490 Mandalay Avenue 727.442.3684 7am-11pm, breakfast till 11:30am, Sat & Sun till 1pm www.clearskybeachsidecafe.com/Lunch-&-Dinner-Menu.htmlBreakfast, Lunch & Dinner. Happy hour 3-7pm daily, live acoustic guitar music on the patio nightly. Beach casual without being beach-bar rowdy. Great for families, wide-ranging menu has something for everyone.