Diners' Choice: Best Service restaurants in Clearwater

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Updated 05 November 2026

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Crabby Bill's Palm Harbor

5.0

5 (53)

$30 and under

Seafood

Palm Harbor

About the restaurant

Our family business story kicks off with the Loder family patriarch, Bill Loder, whose roots in the seafood business trace back to the shores of New Jersey. Picture a young couple, Bill and Dolores, immersing themselves in the world of seafood since their marriage in 1954, just outside Philadelphia. Blue crabs were their roadside specialty, complemented by the charm of a small seafood joint.

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DonnaGold

Dined 2 days ago

Delicious stone crab season and fresh oysters. Fantastic apple cider martini.

The Black Pearl

4.8

4.8 (1185)

$50 and over

French American

Dunedin

About the restaurant

The Black Pearl is intimate French American fine dining on Main Street in downtown Dunedin. Executive Chef Christopher Artrip, named Creative Loafing's Best All-Around Chef in Tampa Bay in 2025 and 2026, cooks a seasonal menu built on local farms, Gulf seafood and classic French technique. Think Maple Leaf Farms duckling, Chilean sea bass, truffle lobster risotto and filet mignon, with bananas Foster and tarte Tatin to finish. With only about a dozen tables, low light and a sommelier-led wine list made for pairing, it's Dunedin's go-to for anniversaries, birthdays, proposals and date night. Ask about wine pairings and our seasonal prix fixe menus. Dinner nightly from 5PM. Reservations strongly recommended.

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JeffGold

Dined 6 days ago

By far the most consistent and incredible culinary experience in Tampa Bay, hands down. The precision in every detail, from the service to their mastery of food, is exceptional. Every dish feels thoughtfully crafted, and the team makes the entire experience feel effortless. It’s the kind of place you return to with high expectations and somehow leave even more impressed.

Gulf Bistro

5.0

5 (72)

$31 to $50

French

Largo

About the restaurant

Gulf Bistro menu contains seafood and French dishes. The restaurant offers diners with a relaxed and inviting ambiance. Curtains and plants adorn the small restaurant. The red walls and warm lightning add to the warm and comfortable ambiance. On the holidays, the restaurant offers a holidays menu. Gulf Bistro offers soups and salads served with homemade dressing. You can start your meal with an appetizer such as the country style pate, which is a homemade pork and duck pate. The restaurant also carries popular French dishes such as mussels paulette and escargots en cocote. You can also choose the special four courses meal where you can select an entrée, appetizer and salad and end with dessert. The chef's dinner specialties include seafood served with rice and mixed vegetables and mahi mahi amandine au citron vert or you can select from Gulf Bistro's specials tonight menu.

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ThomasGold

Dined on 28 Oct 2026

A wonderful small place off the beaten path. Delicious food served by the owners. It feels like they are serving you at a table in their home. Great variety on the menu, including vegan options. My lamb chops were outstanding, and my wife loved the potato crusted salmon, cooked perfectly. Can’t wait to go back.

Mystic Fish

4.9

4.9 (8910)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Palm Harbor

About the restaurant

The Mystic Fish Seafood Grill and Bar has been rated among Tampa Bay Top 30 Restaurants since opening in 2001. Offering affordable, casual, Florida dining at its best. Mystic fish serves some of the freshest and most creative seafood dishes as well as bison, duck, beef and nightly specials. You may choose your favorite wine from the stellar wine list or enjoy their generous cocktails from their full liquor bar. A grand selection of homemade desserts along with espresso and cappuccino will be a delightful way to finishing off your dining experience. A stylish decor of film sculptures abalone shells and custom fish tanks is the backdrop for a special relaxing evening. Located one mile East of US 19, just five minutes from Salamander Innsbrook Golf Resort. When down at the beach please visit our sister restaurants, Guppys and E&E Stakeout Grill.

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Janine

Dined 2 days ago

Mystic Fush always has outstanding food, service & drinks!

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Massimo's Eclectic Fine Dining

4.9

4.9 (1169)

$31 to $50

Italian

Palm Harbor

About the restaurant

Join Chef Massimo for an artful blend of Italian and Mediterranean cuisines paired with an award winning wine list and full bar.
Appetizers range from Hudson Valley Grade-A Foie Gras, Pistachio coated Pan Seared Duck and Brie to Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes and rice flour battered calamari. A rich, creamy lobster bisque is a favorite among customers.
Other specialties include Veal Cognac in a creamy truffle sauce, veal chop, sweetbreads, risotto and Chilean Sea Bass.
Last, but not least, are the homemade delectable desserts.
Complementing his efforts in the kitchen is the gracious, knowledgeable and efficient staff.
Tables at the casually elegant restaurant are dressed with crisp table linens, and candles. Cascading fountains decorate the walls.

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ChrisGold

Dined on 31 Oct 2026

One of the best fine dining places in the area. Great food, great drinks and great service.

Clear Sky on Park

4.8

4.8 (743)

$30 and under

American

Seminole

About the restaurant

Clear Sky's newest dining experience is a fusion of Global cuisines, located at 13079 Park Blvd. Seminole Florida.
Clear Sky on Park is in the Portabella Plaza off 131st and Park Blvd. and is a Chef driven concept with fresh seafood and steaks as well as tacos, burgers, pasta, pizza, sushi, fresh salads and soups. This is the 5th Clear Sky to open and each location has a unique menu and an exciting wine and cocktail selection. Clear Sky on Park is excited to be open for breakfast, lunch and dinner 7 days a week with one of the best happy hours in Florida from 2pm to 6pm everyday.

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SuzanneGold

Dined 6 days ago

Outstanding service as always! Food was plentiful and tasty.

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Giovanni's Fresh Italian Kitchen

4.8

4.8 (106)

$30 and under

Italian

Dunedin

About the restaurant

Family owned Italian restaurant in Dunedin, FL. From the pastas to the desserts, everything is made fresh daily.

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Darlene

Dined 4 days ago

Our experience was superb. Everything from our waitress to our dessert was outstanding. Highly recommend

Casa Ludovico - Palm Harbor, FL

4.9

4.9 (2637)

$31 to $50

Italian

Palm Harbor

About the restaurant

Papa Ludovico's Tradition In Italy, Papa Ludovico’s door was always open and everyone was welcome. The tantalizing aroma of fine Italian foods cooking on the stove would draw in friends, friends of friends, and sometimes even strangers... but after sharing a bottle of wine together, strangers became friends. Now, Casa Ludovico is proud to share Papa’s traditions in Palm Harbor, Florida. Everyone is welcome to enjoy fine Italian food and wine with both old and new friends. Buon Appetito!

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John

Dined 7 days ago

You would have thought that my Nana was in the kitchen.... my highest praise indeed!

The Restorative

4.7

4.7 (232)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Dunedin

About the restaurant

Husband and wife Chef Owners Jason & Erin "Cricket" Borajkiewicz create a small menu changing two-three times a week. After working seasonally in Nantucket, Martha's Vineyard, Puerto Rico, and Charleston, the two chefs decided to put down roots in Jason's hometown.

With an ever changing menu, there's no telling what you'll have when you dine with us, but rest assured that you'll leave feeling restored

Please note due to the small size of our dining room we do not allow children under the age of 12

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Rick

Dined on 29 Oct 2026

Fine dining without the stuffiness or expense. We love it every time.

Kitchen & Bar at Safety Harbor

4.8

4.8 (1421)

$30 and under

American

Safety Harbor

About the restaurant

The Kitchen (formerly Green Springs Bistro) is now open and taking this beloved Safety Harbor dining tradition to the next level on every front. Whether raising a glass among family and friends, enjoying a romantic date night or indulging in exceptional steaks, fresh Gulf seafood or Southern comfort food with a modern twist, you’ll find that time spent here is more delicious than ever.

New owners Rob Doyle and Mary Grasso along with Executive Chef Josh Needham are keeping some of the old menu favorites while introducing an eclectic mix of New American dishes served tapas-style. Our newest editions include a full liquor bar and adding even more charm to this historic bungalow setting: an outdoor pavilion where you can dine under the twinkling oak trees and stars.

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Kim

Dined 2 days ago

Everything was wonderful. We were celebrating our 40th wedding anniversary and sat on the back porch. The weather was beautiful. The food was outstanding. Parker was our waiter and he was phenomenal. Definitely one of our go to places!

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