Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in St. Petersburg

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Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for the best special occasion restaurants in St. Petersburg? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Rococo Steak

4.8

4.8 (2640)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

St. Petersburg

About the restaurant

Inspired beyond simply exquisite steaks. From appetizer to dessert, only the freshest ingredients and culinary expertise go into the variety of items we feature. When you’re a perennial Wine Spectator “Best of Award of Excellence” winner 9 years running. With more than 1000 labels, every wine lover will find a bottle to adore – whether it’s a Grace Family Estate, a Ghost Horse, or a 1982 Château Lafite-Rothschild. – Not that we’re name-dropping.

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BMcGarva

Dined 3 days ago

Everything was perfect, from the fabulous "Smoke" cocktail to the delicious filet mignon, the scrumptious sides and the fabulous ginger creme brule. The service was professional and efficient but warm and friendly thanks to Sarah. It was a real five star experience.

Kobe Japanese Steakhouse - St. Petersburg

4.8

4.8 (2069)

$30 and under

Teppanyaki

St. Petersburg

About the restaurant

Kobé is known for offering its guests a unique Teppanyaki dining experience and doing so with its very own blend of fun and flare at its 12 Central Florida locations. We provide a unique dining experience that offers an exciting and vibrant environment for guests to gather and celebrate over delicious food and drinks.

Due to our unique communal seating arrangement at our teppanyaki table, please expect a short wait time with your reservation upon checking in with your complete party. We offer limited online booking availability, with communal seating, for large parties 11-20. For large parties requesting a booking outside of online availability, parties 20+, and parties requesting private tables please contact your preferred Kobé location by completing our online inquiry form at https://kobesteakhouse.com/banquets/to reserve through a manager with a banquet menu. We cannot guarantee that reservations booked separately will be sat together.

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EliseVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Excellent service, show, and food! We enjoyed our server, Nemo, and chef, Elvis.

Fortu

4.8

4.8 (283)

$50 and over

Pan-Asian

St. Petersburg

About the restaurant

Fortu offers an elevated Pan-Asian dining experience right in the heart of St. Petersburg, Florida. Celebrating Asia’s vibrant and diverse culture, Fortu introduces bright and bold flavors to a bright and bold city. Our irresistible menu consists of locally and sustainably sourced options, ranging from small bites to filling delicacies. Our refined Pan-Asian offerings transport every guest to a luxuriant destination – right down the road. Whether you’re winding down from a day at the beach or toasting to a special occasion, Fortu’s lush and alluring atmosphere provides an authentic taste of Asia’s divine cuisine.

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Liv

Dined 1 day ago

We tried quite a few things on the menu. Everything was fabulous! We will be back very soon!

Sauvignon

4.7

4.7 (942)

$31 to $50

American

St. Petersburg

About the restaurant

Sauvignon Wine Locker & Trattoria is an upscale Italian-inspired dining experience, with a from-scratch kitchen, house-made pastas and fresh, local fare along with a robust and unique wine list including 60 wines by the glass.

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Kristin

Dined 4 days ago

This intimate restaurant above busy Central Avenue was an awesome night out. A terrific wine list, house made pastas, and delicious desserts made for a wonderful meal with my friend. I highly recommend the the Lamb Sugo. The waiter recommended a Tempranillo wine for me that I ended up loving. What a great spot in downtown St Pete. Make reservations because it is small and fills up quick, with all the local wine aficionados hanging out at the bar.

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GOAT CHEESE TART

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SHRIMP PEPPADEW TAGLIATELLE

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LAMB SUGO TAGLIATELLE

Taverna Costale

4.6

4.6 (765)

$31 to $50

Italian

St. Petersburg

About the restaurant

When the owners of Taverna Costale originally moved their families to Florida, they did so to create a revolution in hospitality. Their blueprint for success can be summed up in two simple words: People first.

It is a commitment to those they work alongside, by creating welcoming, supportive environments in which to grow. It is a passion to deliver warm, welcoming experiences for their guests. It is the desire to make positive changes within their neighborhood through community outreach.

For this reason, the owners cultivated a relationship with acclaimed chef Fabio Viviani, who brings unmatched culinary inspiration to the table. The synergy between the two group elevated the spotlight on people, culture, and quality - making Taverna Costale unique to what St. Pete has to offer.

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Judy

Dined 1 day ago

Fabulous food! One of our favorite restaurants. But don’t know why all these restaurants feel the need to have the noise level ( music, bass) so loud.

Ruth's Chris Steak House - Saint Petersburg

4.5

4.5 (1915)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

St. Petersburg

About the restaurant

Now Open: We look forward to serving you soon.

Ruth's Chris Steak House was founded in New Orleans, Louisiana by Ruth Fertel, a single mother of two who wanted a better life for herself and her two sons. She purchased "Chris" steakhouse in New Orleans which had been operated for 38 years prior. She changed the name to Ruth's Chris when a fire forced her to move from the original location. Today, there are 142 Ruth’s Chris Steak House restaurants across the globe.

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brendaVIP

Dined 4 days ago

We shared a New York strip and it was cooked perfectly and so delicious. One of the things we always love about Ruth Chris is the hot sizzling plate with the delicious butter on your steak. The chop salad is one of our favorites and of course good old standard baked potato on the side. our server was Mary Beth, and she was very attentive and did a great job.

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4.4

4.4 (684)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

St. Petersburg

About the restaurant

Established in 2009, Renzo's is considered an institution in Tampa Bay.

Our cuisine inspired by South America, is always evolving towards creative ways to prepare traditional dishes with new ingredients. Family owned, Chef Renzo Mezzorotolo has traveled across the world to curate the ultimate steakhouse experience.

Dry-Aged Steaks and Wagyu Beef, Prime Seafood and a variety of dishes created to take you to a time when food was non-pretentious and a daily celebration. We hand-select & cut our beef daily to ensure the highest quality and flavor. Unique desserts made by our own bakery, creations you won't find anywhere else.

We offered the largest collection of new world wines in Tampa Bay, with a large selection of historic Malbecs, California Cabernets, and many varietals that pair perfectly with our food.

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Brian

Dined 3 days ago

Food was outstanding. Vibe was contemporary. Not your typical stuffy steakhouse.

Sonata Restaurant

4.4

4.4 (234)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

St. Petersburg

About the restaurant

Located within The Mahaffey Theater beside Tampa Bay with breath taking views of the basin, Sonata Restaurant and Lounge offers two levels of fine dining featuring an exemplary wine list, craft cocktails and Chef Ted Dorsey's Coastal Cuisine rooted in southern hospitality. Please join us to enjoy fine food, wonderful shows and visual art featuring world-famous glasswork by Trish Duggan's studio. We look forward to serving you.

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DavidVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Great waiter, great service, great ambiance! Was very convenient to eat and then go see Patti LaBelle! Such a nice location. The food was flavored nicely. However the octopus, shrimp, fried green tomatoes and bread service was extremely salty. Did chat with the manager about it just to let them know. Not sure if it was just a heavy accidental pour or normal. Manager was nice and welcomed the feedback. Other than that the food and presentation was amazing! Will bf back for another dinner and show.

Birch & Vine at The Birchwood

4.3

4.3 (2538)

$31 to $50

Global, International

St. Petersburg

About the restaurant

Birch & Vine is an innovative restaurant within the hip boutique hotel known as The Birchwood. Birch & Vine takes a seasonal approach to crafting its Globally Inspired cuisine. As the seasons change and the bounty of the land and sea evolves, so do the menus at Birch & Vine. Located on famous Beach Drive in the Downtown St. Petersburg district, the restaurant sits across the street from North Straub Park, the Vinoy Marina, and the sparkling waters of Tampa Bay.

Please note, online reservations are available for Birch and Vine, we do not accept online reservations for the Canopy, reservations for The Canopy may be available through the restaurant directly.

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Janell

Dined on Dec 2, 2024

Only three tables with guest tonight, but our waiter was very attentive and good at explaining menu items. Nice ambiance too.

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Birch & Vine Happy Hour

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