{"id":99060,"date":"2025-12-29T19:02:08","date_gmt":"2025-12-29T19:02:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/99060\/"},"modified":"2025-12-29T19:02:08","modified_gmt":"2025-12-29T19:02:08","slug":"our-favorite-restaurants-that-opened-in-st-pete-in-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/99060\/","title":{"rendered":"Our favorite restaurants that opened in St. Pete in 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"

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2025 was another banner year for new restaurants, and it can be hard to keep track of all of it if you\u2019re not constantly dining out. It helps for us that it\u2019s our job, and even we still haven\u2019t been to everything we wanted to try this year.<\/p>\n

Rather than a list of everything new that opened in 2025 (that would be exhaustive), we\u2019re highlighting some of the staff picks for the favorite new spots we\u2019ve truly enjoyed. There will be several new spots that we missed not out of displeasure, but because we just haven\u2019t had time, yet. Isu, for example<\/a>, is near the top of our list to kick off 2026.<\/p>\n

We also want to give a shoutout to all the restaurants that re-opened in 2025 following closure from hurricane damage in 2024. We missed you dearly while you were gone, and we\u2019ve made it a goal to support those local stars as they bounce back. Some of them, like Nicko\u2019s Pizza, even went out of their way to help others despite being shut down themselves. That\u2019s St. Pete being St. Pete.<\/p>\n

Without further rambling, here are some of our favorite restaurants that opened in St. Pete in 2025, in alphabetical order. Did we miss your favorite? Shoot us an email at info@ilovetheburg.com so we can check it out in 2026!<\/p>\n

86 Wine Bar<\/a>
2930 Dr MLK Jr St N
The smallest debut by square footage, 86 Wine Bar packs the most punch per square inch. The shareable, curated plates have garnered rave reviews, while the stellar wine program keeps neighbors coming back every week.<\/p>\n

Cheeky\u2019s<\/a>
2823 Central Ave
The long-anticipated seafood and raw bar is the latest entry into the burgeoning dining and nightlife scene in the Grand Central District. The laid-back vibes, frozen cocktails, and fresh seafood make it a perfectly-Floridian experience.<\/p>\n

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Coffee Concrete<\/a>
2621 Fairfield Ave S
The new Warehouse Arts District cafe from the team behind Sugar Baby was a smash hit from day one. The food is amazing, the vibes are immaculate, and the coffee is exactly what you need to get through the day. <\/p>\n

Elliott Aster
<\/a>501 5th Ave NE
The new flagship restaurant at The Vinoy lived up to the hype and then some. It has immediately joined the ranks of best fine dining in St. Pete, with plenty of coastal flair. Dinner service is the star, but brunch can\u2019t be missed, either.<\/p>\n

Exquisite Bistro
<\/a>397 Fifth St. S
Technically, this hidden getaway in downtown opened at the very tail-end of 2024, but we didn\u2019t have our first visit until 2025. It\u2019s a cozy gem with great small plates and an impressive selection of fine wines and craft beers.<\/p>\n

Glamper<\/a>
217 Central Ave
It may be more bar than restaurant, but Glamper has restored life to one of the best locations in downtown St. Pete. With great drinks, party vibes, and delicious chicken tenders, they\u2019re doing it right.<\/p>\n

Noble Tavern
<\/a>1650 Central Ave
Another long-awaited new spot, Noble Tavern has also exceeded its heavy hype. The small plates pack a ton of creativity and flavor, while the adventurous bar program delights at every sip. Add in the affordable pricing and indoor\/outdoor bar, and we\u2019re hooked.<\/p>\n

Olivia<\/a>
211 1st Ave N
The modern Italian restaurant by Chef Chris Ponte has been a Tampa favorite for years, and its St. Pete debut proved just as popular. The beautiful new space is worth the visit alone, while the dining and drinks will keep you coming back.<\/p>\n

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Perry\u2019s Porch
<\/a>335 2nd Ave NE
Perry\u2019s Porch is the most transformative new thing at the St. Pete Pier since its 2020 debut. A chic coffee shop by morning and a delightful restaurant and cocktail bar by night, the beautiful space is the perfect welcome mat for the pier.<\/p>\n

Shiso Crispy
<\/a>226 1st Ave N
The long-beloved food truck finally opened its first full-on brick-and-mortar, with a full kitchen and cocktail bar. Whether it\u2019s pre-concert eats or late-night grub, they have some of the best food in downtown. Don\u2019t skip the gyoza.<\/p>\n

Slim Charmer
<\/a>2706 Central Ave
A passion project from the Wild Child team, the divey-yet-chic bar transports you to the Lower East Side of NYC. The moody vibe is complemented by excellent cocktails and delicious bar bites. Snag a resy, or take your chance on grabbing a bar seat.<\/p>\n

The Violet Stone
<\/a>2609 Dr. MLK Jr. St N
OK, technically, they\u2019ve been open for a few years. But the new spot is a completely different experience, featuring a real dining room, a bar, and all the pizza and Philly sandwiches you always loved.\n<\/p>\n

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