Top 12 Budget-Friendly Restaurants Near You in in St. Petersburg, FL

Rylee J Grabbed a bite here the other night and lovedddd this place! The food is insane. Birria grilled cheese was incredible. Cuban was “the best he’s ever had in his life” according to my brother who eats a lot of cubans. Hand breaded and battered chicken tenders were 11/10. But my favorite thing was the vibe - this bar made me feel like I was at MacLaren’s from How I Met Your Mother. Niche reference but basically I just mean I would love to live near this bar so I could frequent it with friends and have a booth that we regular. Wait staff was super cool too, one of them recommend a cool music event nearby to us. Try Galley!!

Hannah Ranfranz Our favorite restaurant in st pete! The owners are fabulous. They treat everyone like family. The pinsa, all appetizers, salads, gnocchi, etc. is all wonderful! The atmosphere and vibe is great as well. We love sitting at a table with friends and family or the bar top when it’s just the two of us. We love all the servers and bartenders too!

Ed Brill Really enjoyed my first visit to B&M. Started with pulled pork poutine which was flavorful and rich. We also had a tuna tartar which was lovely on the plate, the fish had actual flavor, and we could mix in some kimchi or other tastes to upgrade it as we went. I had the bouillabaisse as my main and consumed every bite. The broth had a nice coconut creaminess and gave the whole dish nice complexity. Wines by the glass were interesting and creative. Overall a good choice.

Navid Khalilian I got the awesome burger with house salad. It was great! Everything is vegan. Just a heads up, the food is pricey based on the portion of the food you get.

Scarlet Spyder Despite the mixed reviews I decided to come here with a friend. So glad that we did! Our server was such a sweetheart and so helpful! The food was GREAT!!! We got the bao buns a few different sushi rolls some fried rice and the most delicious milk bread weve ever had! My friend has a few allergies and they were able to accompany us easily. We were enjoying the food and the atmosphere so much that we just had to call over our server to rave about our experience and how we will absolutely be back!

Kat Page A special place in the outskirts of the hustle and bussel of downtown! We went for New Years day lunch. I have to say, they only offered the full dinner menu and not a brunch or lunch menu in the day time which was kind of disappointing but it was also my fault. I didnt know they stopped doing brunch on Sundays anymore. Ive been here several times for dinner and this place never disappoints! Our server, Joey, was great and very knowledgeable about the menu! The duck dumplings were a hit with the table. Drinks came out in a timely manner but I have to say the venison carpacchio was the star!!! Definitely coming back for dinner!

Jonathan Lucero McKinney Everything from the drinks to the appetizers to the main course was right on the money! The street corn croquettes were crispy, creamy and had a garnish of cheese and cilantro with peppers and a beautiful creamy smoky sauce underneath that made it the perfect bite! Fish tacos were perfectly crispy with a perfect amount of slaw and tartar! Korean fried chicken had well balanced flavors, and not too messy to eat! Best tasting burger I’ve had in a while, paired with the perfectly seasoned fries, and this was a meal to remember! Takeaways: ⭐️every bite was beautifully balanced ⭐️ you can make a meal out of apps alone ⭐️ go with friends so you can try what they get

Jordan Groves Il Ritorno is hands down my favorite place to dine in Saint Pete! The food is absolutely incredible. The charcuterie board, bucatini pomodoro, dry-aged meatballs, and truffle potatoes are all must-tries. The service is truly exceptional the staff are so attentive and always make sure you have a great experience from start to finish. It’s easily the best Italian food I’ve ever had, and I look forward to every visit!

Waqas Khan Fortu is an excellent spot for steak lovers. The quality of the meat is outstanding—perfectly cooked, well-seasoned, and incredibly tender. You can really tell they take pride in sourcing and preparing their steaks. The atmosphere is upscale yet comfortable, making it great for both special occasions and a nice night out. Service was attentive and professional without feeling rushed. Overall, Fortu delivers a consistently great dining experience and fully lives up to its reputation for exceptional steak. Highly recommended.

Toure Hughes I came by for lunch, Courtney was my server and very pleasant. I intended to order bulgogi beef, but accidentally ordered steak. It was a delicious mistake. The Kim chi which is typically tasty was not this time. Courtney advised there was a new recipe and happily offered me another side. I had a great experience!

LEZLIE-ANN Sherwood We had a great dining experience at Fords Garage as visitors from overseas. The front of house greeters were pleasant and efficient. Our server Tianna was attentive and knowledgeable. She provided great insight and recommendations when we had further queries while placing our order and also quickly assisted with any additional needs during our meal. Kudos must also be given to Stephen (manager) who was kind and accommodating following technical difficulties. The meal was tasty and our beer flight as well!

Josie Maynard ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I had the Volcano Sushi Roll and it was absolutely fantastic! I’d seen photos and videos online, and it completely lived up to the hype. The flavors were fresh and delicious, and the presentation was beautiful. Plus, it’s both dog- and baby-friendly, which made the experience even better. Highly recommend this spot!