List 14 Budget-Friendly Restaurants Near You in St. Petersburg, Florida (Part 2)

Ko S. COPA Cafe is a cute, chic little side gastropub with a strong Latin flair and a lot of charm. It’s not the cheapest spot around, but it’s absolutely worth it. Practically everything I’ve had here has been amazing. The drinks are solid, but the food is what really shines. Bold, robust flavors with a modern Latin feel that’s executed really well. You can tell the owners truly know what they’re doing, from the menu to the overall experience. On some Sundays they bring in a Latin jazz band, which adds a great vibe and makes it an even more enjoyable place to spend an afternoon or evening. The bathrooms are also clean, which is always appreciated. Service can be a bit slow at times, especially when the place gets packed, but it’s understandable given how busy they can get. Overall, COPA Cafe delivers consistently great food in a stylish, relaxed setting. If you’re looking for quality Latin inspired dishes with depth of flavor, this spot is a standout.

Yanela G. Great for family style eating. The onigiri was a little rice heavy for me but great and I’ve never had it crispy. Great cocktail ( Tamarind Whiskey Sour) and the Yaki udon was delicious

Sara Bro Great food...steak tacos definitely could have had more meat. Shrimp portion was good. Quesadilla good, sauce with them was great. The bathroom for Men is upstairs (?) Hard to think of an elderly person needing access to this...maybe make one womans bathroom for men...(?) Anyhow not to distract from the fact, the meal was good! If you are in town, Id recommend it.

Alison We arrived at the restaurant on a busy Saturday night with a party of 11. At first, they couldn’t seat us right away, but the owner and staff moved quickly to get us a table that could accommodate our party. Service and food were excellent. Extra thanks to the owner who took great care of our group from Baltimore. We will be back!

Krystall Graham The service was amazing from the hostess Bre to the manager Greg and even out waitress Lilly was amazing the staff was rememberable helpful and even took out picture at the end of the night. This spot is a must especially the last scenery at night and just ambiance it gives off. The Yuca fries was a little hard for my liking but Make sure you get beef emapnadas you wont be disappointed

Matt Went to Taverna Costale today for bunch, one of our favorite spots downtown. When the weather is nice, they open the overhead doors to the bar creating a really nice atmosphere. Sean always takes very good care of us at the bar. Food is great, today we got the Burrata & the Meatballs, with some wine from a nice selection. Their house made pasta selection is fantastic as well. Location is prime, right in the middle of everything fun.

K Michaelis Awesome spot right on the water, very Florida-esque! They have a large menu with many different seafood and non-seafood options. Lots of drinks to choose from - both your standard drinks and a lot of frozen beachy drinks. I love that they have tons of outdoor seating with umbrellas. Service was very quick once we were seated! Cornell was so nice and knowledgeable and really made our experience a 10. All of the dishes were delicious and very flavorful. The sweet potato fries were some of the best I’ve ever had.

Amber Bramble Popped in for lunch super sweet bar tender, the very best fish and chips basket Ive ever had and it was only $7.49 I order fish and chips all the time, Ive NEVER had such light perfect batter and soft flaky fish!!! Dont miss this place!

Courtnie Clemens Delicious Cuban comfort food! We loved the maduros, pollo asado, and the lechón sandwich, everything came out fresh, flavorful, and in huge portions. Service was friendly and fast, and it was easy to find street parking within a short walk. A great casual spot on Central for a satisfying meal.

Esther Roby Perry’s Porch in St. Petersburg is a fantastic dining spot. The presentation of the dishes was excellent, and the bucatini pasta was absolutely delicious! It was perfectly cooked and full of flavor. We especially loved the outdoor seating, which created a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere. The experience was made even better by our waitress, Lori, whose service was friendly, attentive, and professional. Great food, great service, and a great setting—we’ll definitely be back!

Rosanna Brewer Wow, what an absolutely beautiful experience I had at Noble Crust! The waitress Julia made sure me and my dogs were well taken care of. The dogs had very fresh, clean water and I was instantly served a full carafe of water as well. Also, I highly recommend the “Love of Lavender” cocktail, which was made with beauty, design and love. I will definitely have it again. The “Lamb Bolognese Cavatappi” started off with a buttery, but soft undertone and ended with a warm and spicy undertones with the heat from the lamb and phenomenal marinara sauce lapped over the dish. I also indulged in the “Magnanimous Juice Lord IPA”, which created a fresh and zesty pairing with the dish, as well. If you don’t like beer, I would also recommend pairing the dish with their “Matua Sauvignon Blanc” from New Zealand” or if you are not into white wine, try the “Diseno Pinot Noir Sta” from Rita Hills. The entire experience was very special for me. Thank you to the entire team!

Andrew Sanderson We visited Olivia as a family of four and enjoyed our evening seated outside. Initially, there was some confusion regarding our server, which resulted in a 25-minute wait before we received assistance. However, once that was sorted out, our waiter provided exceptional service. The food was served warm and was delicious. The Caesar salad was outstanding, and the chicken Milanese was flavorful with a great sauce—though a little more sauce would have enhanced the dish even further. I tried the spaghetti, a creamy variation of cacio e pepe, which was visually appealing and generously sauced. The mini rigatoni was also quite good, but it too could have benefited from a bit more sauce. The location is fantastic, with ample paid parking options available, including valet service for $15. Although we didn’t indulge in desserts this time, our waiter kindly packaged our leftovers to take home. I appreciated the 15% service charge that is shared among the entire staff, with any additional tips going directly to our server, as they were upfront about this. Overall, we had a great experience and would recommend Olivia for a pleasant dining outing.

Joel Doerer Great experience with our party of 4. Staff was kind and welcoming. Was rather busy so there was a wait on Saturday around 6:30 pm. Great draft beer and wine selection and even more options if you are okay with a bottle. Very creative burgers. Duck wings are incredibly crispy. The sauces were next level good.

Mark Jensen We had an awesome experience tonight at Fresco’s Waterfront Bistro. The atmosphere on the water is unbeatable — perfect lighting, great breeze, and a relaxed vibe overlooking the marina. Our waitress Heather was fantastic. Super friendly, patient, and genuinely attentive the entire night. She made us feel taken care of without ever rushing us. We brought our husky with us, and the staff couldn’t have been more welcoming. They brought out water for him right away, and the outdoor seating was perfectly set up for dogs and families. The food was excellent — fresh, flavorful, and came out hot. Between the great service, beautiful views, and dog-friendly environment, this is definitely one of the best dining spots at the St. Pete Pier. Highly recommend and we’ll absolutely be back!