Nine Favorite Dining Destinations in Clearwater Beach

Nine Favorite Dining Destinations in Clearwater Beach

 

Welcome to the Avalon Club Hotel, your destination for unparalleled luxury, magnificent sunsets and a sophisticated new way to enjoy your vacation on Clearwater Beach. Our chic new boutique hotel adds a much-needed dose of glamour to the area’s skyline and offers plenty of space to prepare a gourmet meal in your beachside condo suite. However, you may be looking to enjoy a delectable meal nearby during your stay. 

 

Not to worry, we’ve assembled our top nine list of local dining destinations near the Avalon Club Hotel. They just might leave you drooling for your ultimate Florida beach getaway!

 

Spotted Donkey

The Spotted Donkey Cantina serves chef inspired modern Mexican Cuisine made fresh with simple ingredients. Enjoy a relaxing atmosphere while you savor southwestern flavors on cantina style dishes. The bar features a selection of Herradura Tequilas including a double barrel reposado blended exclusively for Spotted Donkey Cantina. 

 

Cesare’s at the Beach

Savor Italy’s finest flavors including homemade pastas, pappardelle with wild mushrooms, ossobuco milanese, filet mignon in a brandy sauce, fresh seafood, veal classics and homemade desserts when you dine al fresco with gorgeous ocean and Sand Key Bridge views at this Italian masterpiece that has served Clearwater Beach for more than 15 years.

Authentic Italian classics are the name of this game here, and founders Cesare and Carlo, both born and raised in Italy, will ensure you and your tastebuds leave satisfied. 

 

Columbia Restaurant

 Owned and operated by five generations over 115 years, the Columbia Restaurant was founded in 1905 and is Florida’s oldest restaurant. With accolades from Southern Living, USA Today, Wine Spectator and Rachel Ray, the awards are almost as impressive as this fine dining locale’s celebrity guest list.

 Rich in tradition and overlooking Clearwater Beach on Sand Key, bring the whole family to savor classic Spanish fare like tapas, paella and flan as well as flavorfully-seasoned meats, vegetables, rice and grilled fish. Finish off your meal with white chocolate bread pudding to die for, but be sure to loosen your belt first!

 

Bob Heilman’s Beachcomber

 No visit to Clearwater Beach would be complete without a stop at Bob Heilman’s Beachcomber. If you’re looking for a nice dinner out within walking distance of The Avalon, this is the place. A fantastically romantic date-night option, the Beachcomber has a reputation of fine dining excellence. They offer a refined comfort food menu in an elegant, nautically-themed setting.

Enjoy a variety of classic and unexpected steakhouse and seafood delights that include pork chops, fried chicken and an insane seafood platter as well as fresh, flown-in Blue Point oysters.

Island Way Grill

The Island Way Grill’s boats make daily trips to the Gulf of Mexico to retrieve fresh grouper, mahi, snapper and other local varieties of fish with hook, rod and reel only. The majority of this fine establishment’s dishes revolve around their oak- and citrus-fired open pit, which expertly sears and adds a delicious smokiness to everything they grill. They also feature a fantastic sushi bar.

 With an abundance of fresh herbs, the best quality seasonings, fresh vegetables and homemade soups and sauces hand-prepared daily, this fabulous fine dining spot is the epitome of fresh and the perfect spot to celebrate the holidays. 

 

Sekushi on the Beach

Craving sushi or Japanese inspired fare? Head over to dine-in or take out at Sekushi on the Beach. Sekushi started out on the Las Vegas strip and mixes its Vegas roots with beachy vibes. You can also enjoy a wide range of Japanese fare and beer, wine or sake cocktails to complement your meal. 

 

Bobby’s Bistro

A staple dining establishment in Clearwater Beach, Bobby’s Bistro opened in 1994 and aimed to redefine California Cuisine in a casual dining atmosphere. Bobby’s Bistro is a great choice for dinner, with entrees ranging from seafood, steaks and vegetarian options. We love their extensive wine menu that pairs well with the light yet fulfilling dishes. 

 

Marina Cantina

Sit back, relax and enjoy the largest rooftop bar on Clearwater Beach during brunch, lunch or dinner while you take in the gorgeous views of the marina at Marina Cantina. This Mexican-fusion inspired restaurant creates its cuisine fresh daily. The seafood is caught daily from its own fleet of boats! And who could forget about hand-crafted casa margaritas, fresh sangria and extensive options at the tequila bar. 

 

Forlini’s Restaurant

Forlini’s Restaurant is a perfect destination for date nights, gathering with friends and enjoying delightful Italian cuisine. The menu features fresh seafood, steaks and chops, homemade pastas, signature dishes, as well as traditional Italian dishes. Wine lovers will enjoy more than 650 selections and more that 8,000 bottles in our temperature-controlled wine room. You can even tour the wine room and browse through the collection!

 

Now grab your napkin, get ready and book your dream vacation on Clearwater Beach with the Avalon Club Hotel today!