Farm to table is a trend that’s taking St. Petersburg by storm! Knowing where your food comes from is as important as how it tastes. There’s a fresh focus at many restaurants to make sure the ingredients are locally sourced. In St. Petersburg, you can find numerous eateries who have made a commitment to the farm-to-table concept.
According to Local Foods Expert, Molly Watson, farm-to-table “emphasizes a direct relationship between a farm and a restaurant. Rather than buying through distributor or food service, some restaurants establish relationships with farm and buy directly from them.”
So where can you much on a delicious farm-to-table menu in St. Petersburg? Get ready to drool as we take you on a photo tour that will have your tastebuds begging for a night out!
1.) Locale Market’s Farmtable Kitchen
179 2nd Ave N
Saint Petersburg, FL 33701
The beauty of this farm-to-table restaurant is that you don’t need a reservation. Located on the second floor of Locale Market inside the Sundial is this special restaurant with both indoor and outdoor seating. There’s a California and Italian flair to the menu.
You can enjoy a complimentary wine and cheese tasting during Wine Wednesday from 5pm-7pm and Happy Hour runs daily Monday-Friday from 5pm-7pm.
Contact: (727) 523-6300
2.) The Mill
200 Central Ave
Saint Petersburg, FL 33701
The Mill is known for its locally sourced fresh ingredients. The chefs take the farm-to-table experience seriously. The restaurant was recently recognized with the “Golden Spoon” Award for Best New Restaurant in Florida. One serious perk about The Mill is the free valet parking. With its bustling Central Avenue location, it’s great to know that you’ll be a VIP when you visit The Mill. You also might find a little treat to end the night when you get back in your car. This personal touch makes all the difference!
Contact: (727) 317-3930
3.) Marchand’s Bar & Grill
501 5th Avenue North East
Saint Petersburg, FL 33701
The menu at Marchand’s Bar & Grill offers locally sourced ingredients whenever possible. You’ll even find a list of the farms represented on the menu. There’s also an urban garden located in the restaurant as a reminder of its commitment to fresh ingredients. Meat, fish, and produce are all locally sourced when possible. Marchand’s also offers a Chef’s Table room where guests can dine privately with friends.
Contact: (727) 824-8072
4.) Annata Wine Bar
300 Beach Drive NE
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Annata is a lovely spot to sip a beautiful glass of wine while enjoying bites off a delicious menu. The menu is inspired by Italy among other far away lands but the ingredients are very local. The restaurant has fostered relationships with bay area farms and suppliers to ensure quality and freshness. If you make a visit you’ll want to try Annata’s famous Charcuterie Board. It can also be replicated at Mazzaro’s Italian Market for you to enjoy at home.
Contact: 727.851.9582
5.) Noble Crust
8300 4th Street North
Saint Petersburg, Florida 33702
The menu at Noble Crust changes with the seasons to keep the flavors and ingredients fresh! You’ll find an Italian and Southern flare at this unique spot. Right now you can try the Beet and Goat Cheese pizza that includes everything bagel spice. The dishes are as delicious as they are creative and the flavors are farm-fresh.
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There are dozens of restaurants committed to offering a farm-to-table experience in St. Petersburg and across the Bay area. In fact, Boca Kitchen Bar and Market is a popular farm-to-table restaurant in Hyde Park and will soon be opening a location in St. Petersburg. We’d love to hear about your favorite farm-to-table restaurant or experience. Remember, you can also get your own farm-to-table ingredients to cook in your own kitchen at the St. Petersburg Saturday Morning Market.
Hi there, very nice informative article, St. Pete looks like a fun place for a trip! We recently bought a condo unit at the Sabbia Beach Condos in Pompano Beach, FL ( http://www.sabbiabeachcondos.com ) and we will soon be moving over there when it is done. I know it’s a bit far from Saint Petersburg but we’ve always wanted to go there. We’d love to go to the Anita Wine Bar and spend some quality time there for our anniversary, thank you very much for the recommendation!