Bars VisitSPC.com/Bars Beach • The largest of all Frenchy’s area locations, this one opens right onto the Gulf’s sands, frequently hosts live local bands and has an absolutely killer grouper sandwich. Pass-a-Grille Beach • For amazing views, you’ll want to make a pit stop at this iconic bar and restaurant. The Hurricane is three stories tall with five different dining rooms and is a popular destination to experience a breathtaking Pass-a-Grille sunset. HURRICANE SEAFOOD RESTAURANT • JIMMY GUANA’S • Indian Rocks Beach • Dine inside or soak up some rays and live music on the deck at this bar and restaurant located at the Holiday Inn Harbourside. SHADRACK’S KA’TIKI • Treasure Island • What’s not to love about a classic beach Tiki bar that serves up $3 cheeseburgers? This local favorite also features a respectable lineup of live music nearly every day, from local bands to national acts. CADDY’S WATERFRONT B�ACH BARS BAMBOO BEACH BAR • Madeira Beach • This longtime favorite in John’s Pass Village is a go-to spot for classic fish tacos, piña coladas and live music. BRASS MONKEY • Pass-a-Grille Beach • A few steps away from Shadrack’s, you’ll find one of the best balcony views of the beach and Gulf at this casual sports bar and eatery. PALM PAVILION BEACHSIDE GRILL & BAR • Clearwater Beach • This local favorite has been serving up good vibes in Clearwater Beach for nearly a century. Swing by to enjoy an epic sunset celebration and an extensive menu. CADDY’S WATERFRONT • Treasure Island • Fancy a drink as you dip your toes into the Gulf? This local gem in Treasure Island is one of the few beachfront bars where it’s actually legal. Caddy’s is a stone’s throw from the shore of Sunset Beach, a laid-back neighborhood just south of Gulf Boulevard. SHADRACK’S • Pass-a-Grille Beach • While in charming Pass-a-Grille, a stroll down Eighth Avenue is practically mandatory. It’s there you’ll find Shadrack’s, one of the all-time classic beach bar dives that offers a wicked bloody mary bar on Sundays. SHEPHARD’S TIKI BEACH BAR & GRILL • Clearwater Beach • Looking for a slightly wilder scene? This lively beachfront spot features an outdoor Tiki-inspired bar and WAVE, a trendy nightclub for an evening of busting moves. SPARROW • St. Pete • Take in dazzling views of downtown St. Pete from this stylish spot on the seventh-floor rooftop of Moxy St. Pete. Sip creative cocktails like Dalí's Surrealist Dreams — a blend of green tea vodka, passionfruit, Lillet Blanc and lime — while enjoying an Asian-inspired menu. VANTAGE • Feather Sound • Head up to the 12th floor of the Karol Hotel to check out views of Tampa Bay and the St. Pete skyline as you sip artisan cocktails and nosh on seafood-inspired bites on this bar’s cozy terrace. COCONUT CHARLIE’S • St. Pete Beach • If you’re in the mood for a boozy slushie or craft cocktail, you’ll want to check out this joint at the Hilton Garden Inn. Catch a live band, savor some beachy bites from the menu and cozy up to some stunning views from a beachside hammock. VISTA AT THE TOP • Tierra Verde • This chic open-air lounge is tucked away on the rooftop of a Residence Inn next to a marina. The menu includes tapas-style cuisine, signature cocktails, wine, craft beers and desserts. After a day on the water, this Vista is tough to beat. THE CONCH REPUBLIC GRILL • North Redington Beach • Tucked away between Indian Shores and Madeira Beach, you’ll find this Key West-inspired bar and eatery. Grab a Bahama Mama, dive into the seafood and be sure to try one of their scrumptious desserts. FRENCHY’S ROCKAWAY GRILL • Clearwater UNDERTOW BEACH BAR • St. Pete Beach • St. Pete Beach is a gold mine of beach bar options, and Undertow is a quintessential spot. The bar has gained a cult following for decades with its spacious rooftop deck, oversized wooden chairs and wide selection of import and craft beers. WIN� BARS & DISTILL�RI�S BELLA VINO • Belleair Bluffs • This European-inspired wine bar not only offers plenty of wine, it also serves up espresso, charcuterie, cheeses, 102 AMERICA’S FAVORITE BEACHES
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