Restaurants with the Best Value in St. Petersburg / Clearwater

If 32 flavors of locally made ice cream, served in a variety of "old-fashioned" ways, along with a good selection of burgers and dogs are what you're looking for, then this is your kind of place. Set in a small, funky "shack," along Indian Rocks Beach, Kooky Coconut also happens to have a surprising selection of Cuban and Mexican favorites which includes: tacos, quesadillas, burritos and tasty guacamole. Cuban sandwiches include the popular Tampa Cuban, layered with mojo marinated roast pork, ham, Genoa salami, Swiss cheese and sauce tucked into a hot pressed, freshly made Cuban bun. The Reuben Cuban combines corned beef, Swiss cheese and Reuben sauce. A small outdoor umbrella-shaded patio allows for outdoor or indoor dining.

Set on Upham Beach, one of St Pete Beach's best "swimming holes," this casual, walk-up counter offers an amazing selection of tasty breakfast and lunch treats throughout the day. On weekends, you'll even get live music! Start your day with a range of breakfast options featuring egg platters, breakfast sandwiches, French toast and buttermilk pancakes accompanied by bacon or sausage. Lunch-goers will enjoy shrimp, fish and chips, salads, sandwiches, wraps and what's often described as the "best burgers in town." Refreshing drinks include sodas, beer, juices and smoothies. A pleasant patio dining area offers umbrella-shaded picnic tables with easy access to the beach.

You might not expect to find authentic Mexican food being served from a stationary school bus, but that's exactly what you'll get at this unique Taco Bus. Tacos, tostadas, quesadillas, tortas (typical Mexican sandwiches on freshly baked "telera" rolls) line up with hardier choices such as "carnitas," (shredded pork), carne asada (marinated steak) and a selection of chicken dishes to sate your craving for Mexican food. Leading the list of desserts, delve into typical sweet treats such as sopapillas (warm pillows of fried dough drizzled with honey) and guava cheesecake. Traditional Mexican soft drinks and refreshments including horchata (made from rice, condensed milk, vanilla and cinnamon). Food is freshly made and the menu includes vegetarian choices as well as a childrens' menu.

Burgers, beer, sandwiches, seafood and a variety of other "comfort" foods are served starting at 8 a.m. until 2 a.m. in this late-hour, popular St Pete Beach hangout. Popular with locals as well as visitors, it does tend to become rowdy as the day goes on. The atmosphere is definitely laid-back and very rustic but patrons don't seem mind as the price is right and the food is tasty. Special favorites tend to be the burgers — and they offer a variety — as well as the wings and buffalo shrimp. Try the "Big Gooey" hamburger and baked beans. They're a favorite! An indoor-outdoor bar is hopping into the wee hours.

Sandwiches, burgers, salads, fresh seafood, pizza, wraps and other treats are staples of the Woody's Waterfront dining experience. The price is right, the food is tasty and the drinks are frosty... and flowing. Sitting along Blind Pass with tranquil views of the Gulf of Mexico, it's a family-friendly, casual type of place with a definite 50's vibe. It started out in 1945 as a bait house for local fisherman and has morphed into a colorful hang-out for anyone in search of good food at affordable prices. The menu is ample and happy hour offers half off on some snacks as well as a range of frosty drinks.

Tasty homemade cooking with priced aimed to please served in a very cozy ambiance is what you'll find in this small South Pasadena restaurant. It doesn't look like much for the outside, but the dining experience is memorable. Open Tuesday — Sunday from 7 a.m. — 2 p.m. menu offerings feature a selection of true "comfort" options. Breakfast staples range from eggs, bacon, sausage, muffins, pancakes, croissants, biscuits and gravy and a variety of pancakes. The lunch menu features a variety of fresh salads, wraps, burgers and a host of sandwiches. The friendly staff and good service are just an added bonus!

This popular St Pete Beach eatery has been drawing locals as well as residents since it opened in this location in 1982. The casual, family-friendly atmosphere offers a good selection of favorites, at very reasonable prices. Open for breakfast and lunch, the menu offers breakfast staples in addition to a roster of eggs Benedicts, a long list of omelets, quiches, Belgian waffles and other favorites. Lunch items feature soups and sandwiches. A special menu if available for "tadpoles," (ages 10 and under). The whimsical frog decor adds to the ambiance. Bring a hardy appetite as portions are huge �— although "doggy" bags are encouraged. Open daily, 7 a.m. �— 2 p.m. A second Frog Pond is located in North Redington Beach.

Located in the charming waterfront town of Gulfport, Stella's is a favorite with locals and tourists alike. Known as the "Cheers of Gulfport," the restaurant has been getting rave reviews since it opened in 2009. Breakfast is served throughout the day and guests can belly up to the comfy indoor counter, or opt for outdoor seating along the quiet, shaded street with views of Boca Ciega Bay in the distance. Breakfast favorites include signature homemade corned beef hash, fried green tomatoes, southern shrimp and grits and more. The omelet station is where you can order freshly made omelets or Benedicts, made to order. Luncheon palate pleasers feature burgers, wraps, Reuben's, and a freshly made quiche du jour. Pets are also welcome! There's even a dog bone menu for your furry, four-legged companions.

Lose yourself amidst aisles studded with fine wines, cheeses, take-home homemade pasta dishes, decadent pastries, brick-oven-baked breads and more in this heavenly Italian-style market. You can grab something to go, or savor your tasty purchases on a charming adjoining patio. An ample lunch menu boasts everything from soups to salads and hot or cold sandwiches, wraps and paninis. If you're a cheese aficionado, more than 300 varieties from around the world are sure to satisfy the most discerning palate, while the deli features a variety of freshly made treats. Coffee beans from around the world, soothing pastries and a host of gourmet imports are sure to fill your shopping cart.

Tucked into a small space on Central Avenue, Zaytoon Grille showcases freshly made authentic Mediterranean cuisine in a pleasant, no-frills setting. Open since 2015, this family-owned restaurant treats adventurous palates to homemade specialties ranging from falafel, babaghanoush and tahini appetizers to zestier dishes such as the shawarma bowl (made with basmati rice topped with chicken or beef shawarma, cucumber, tomato salad and sautéed onion with a dollop of tasty garlic sauce). Another favorite - the kabob platter - offers marinated chicken, beef, lamb or kefta skewered and cooked to order and served with basmati rice, grilled and a side of your choice. Wraps, salads and delicious desserts top the list.