EXPLORE ST. PETERSBURG
BREAKFAST in the neighborhood:
- Bula’s for coffee or Kava is one block away from 7am-2am 2500 5th Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33713
- Kissin Cuzzins for pancakes and brunch: 951 34th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33713
BREAKFAST downtown:
- Kawa Coffee for neat vibe, breakfast quiche and great coffee 204 2nd Ave S, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
- The Birchwood for yummy, but pricey fare, on the main drag in downtown St. Pete. 340 Beach Dr. NE, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
LUNCH and LIGHT FARE in the neighborhood:
- Bodega on Central 1180 Central Ave
HAPPY HOUR:
- Beau and Mo’s Italian Eatery is around the corner. Try for Happy Hour – dinner is expensive! Address: 2924 5th Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33713 Phone: (727) 771-3690
DRINKS in the neighborhood:
- Three Daughter’s Brewery is 1 mile away off Central on 22nd St. S.
- There are a multitude of Breweries on 22nd near 1st Ave. S.
DRINKS downtown:
- The Canopy has a great view from a rooftop garden with nice drinks. Pricey but right in the heart of all the action, 340 Beach Dr. NE, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
DINNER in the neighborhood:
- Cappys Pizza serves Chicago and NY-style pizza and is right around the corner. 2900 1st Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33713
- Casita Taqueria has excellent Mexican food with homemade tortillas and craft beer. Right around the corner, 2663 Central Ave
- Buya is halfway between the cottage and downtown. Expensive but fantastic ramen and they serve lunch as well as dinner. 911 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, FL 33705
- Baba 2701 Central Ave, St Pete 33713 (Wed-Sun)
DINNER downtown (There are lots of fancy restaurants along Beach Drive. You can walk and see them all. Here are a few you might not know about downtown):
- MEZA 119 is super casual. Good Mediterranean and vegetarian. 119 2nd St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
- Rollbotto serves consistent, fast food sushi and vegetarian rolls for a fairly affordable, quick meal downtown, (We eat there all the time). 221 1st St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
DINNER at St. Pete beach:
- Shells Seafood Restaurant is okay if you are looking for a fried seafood dinner, 7081 Gulf Blvd, St Pete Beach, FL 33706
EXPLORE GULFPORT on the water in St Pete:
- Nepture Grill has water views, live music and an outdoor bar. Serves lunch and dinner. 5501 Shore Blvd S, Gulfport, FL 33707
EXTRAS:
Seminole Park is .4 miles away. Head south on 28th St N toward 5th Ave N0.3 mi Turn right onto Burlington Ave North.
Treasure Island public beach is the nearest beach to us, with restrooms, showers, and concession at 10400 Gulf Blvd.
Fort De Soto County Park has a $5.00 entrance fee but boasts miles of beaches, historic fort, and trails. 3500 Pinellas Bayway S, Tierra Verde, FL 33715
Muvico Movie Theater and Sundial Mall Complex for movies, shopping, and musical fountains, 153 2nd Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701 (Currently under construction 2022)
The Saturday Morning Market is a fun place to buy fresh vegetables, hear music and find craftspeople. Oct. – Late May 9am-2pm – SaturdayMorningMarket.com 101 1st St SE, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
St. Petersburg Library 3745 9th Ave. North
St. Petersburg, FL 33713 (727-893-7724)
Monday, Wednesday, & Friday
10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday & Thursday
10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Saturday
10:00 a.m. -6:00 p.m.
Sunday
Noon – 6:00 p.m.
Museum of Fine Arts downtown St. Pete, 255 Beach Dr NE, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Salvador Dali Museum downtown St. Pete features the work of Dali and other guest exhibitions. The mall where it is situated is lovely, 1 Dali Blvd, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Central Avenue – Turn right on 28th St. and walk or ride five blocks. Make sure to check out Second Saturday Art Walk. Go to the Jim Woodfield Gallery, 2323 Central Ave. St. Pete.
Located just West of Downtown from 16th St to 31st St, between 1st Ave N & 1st Ave S The Grand Central District was formed in 2001 and since has grown into the thriving source of culture that St Petersburg boasts today. Home to a myriad of galleries & studios like Craftsman House, antique stores, restaurants & nightlife. Grand Central District is a designated “Main Street Community.” This charming district hosts many events and festivals throughout the year and is surrounded by historic neighborhoods giving it the feel of home. www.grandcentraldistrict.org
See also http://kenwoodartistenclave.org –to know more about this historic arts neighborhood which enables residents to teach classes and sell artwork from their homes.
Ride the Trolley – from downtown St Petersburg all the way to Pass-a-Grille beach in a streamlined, convenient, one-seat ride! PSTA’s Central Avenue Trolley serves the pier approach’s Beach Drive Parking lot all the way to Pass-a-Grille.
Find out more about the schedule online here: http://www.psta.net/CAT.php