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Taverna Costale
4.6 (933)
$31 to $50
Italian
200 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
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Taverna Costale
4.6
$31 to $50
Italian
St. Petersburg
Make a reservation
2 people
Nov 8, 2026
7:00 PM
Experiences are available.
About this restaurant
- Great for brunch
- Charming
- Great for happy hour
Dining areas
Additional information
- Dining styleCasual Elegant
- Price$31 to $50
- CuisinesItalian, Seafood, American
- Hours of operationMon–Thu 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
- Phone number
- Payment optionsAMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- Executive chefFabio Viviani
- CateringPlease email us at events@tavernacostale.com for any Catering or Special Events Menus
- Private party facilitiesWith 6 separate private and semi-private dining experiences, we can fit any-sized event up to 100 guests in different styling variations.
- Private party contactKarin Bearnarth: (727) 954-3863
- NeighborhoodSt. Petersburg
- Cross streetWe are located on Central Avenue, between Second & Third Avenue S.
- Parking detailsStreet Parking
- Public transitParking Lot is one block away, $1 an hour at the South Core Parking Garage
- AdditionalBanquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Experiences
Weekend Brunch
1 - 6 people
Multiple dates availableJoin us for Weekend Brunch, Saturdays and Sundays from 10 am to 3 pm.Mezzo E Mezzo Lunch Deal 🍽️
1 - 6 people
Multiple dates availableJoin us at Taverna Costale for our Mezzo e Mezzo Lunch, a delicious Italian-inspired midday experience featuring a little bit of everything you need for the perfect lunch. For just $22, enjoy your choice of a fresh Side Salad, a flavorful Side Pasta, House Focaccia, a Cold Beverage, and your choice of Gelato or Sorbet. Choose One Salad: • Taverna Chopped (Romaine, cucumbers, baby heirloom tomatoes, pickled red onions, Mediterranean olives, sliced pepperoncini, feta, lemon vinaigrette) • Romaine Heart Caesar (Sun-dried tomatoes, shaved pumpernickel croutons, classic Caesar, Grana Padano) • Caprese Salad (Heirloom tomatoes, fresh milk mozzarella, basil, Tuscan olive oil, balsamic glaze) Choose One Pasta: • Rigatoni Tartufo (Truffle Parmesan cream, Italian sausage) • Spicy Vodka Radiatori (Blush sauce, Parmesan, cracked pepper) • Rigatoni Bolognese (Rich beef ragu, stracciatella, Parmesan) • Salsiccia e Broccolini (Orecchiette, Italian sausage, broccolini, garlic, Calabrian chili, cherry tomatoes, white wine) Finish with Your Choice of: Gelato or Sorbet (Ask about available flavors) Your $22 Mezzo e Mezzo also includes: • House Focaccia • All Coca-Cola products or Fresh-brewed teaCaymus Wine Dinner 🍷
$125.00 per person
Prepaid
1 - 20 people
Nov 22, 2026 only6:00 PMNovember 22 | 6:00 PM Join us at Taverna Costale for a special three-course wine dinner featuring expertly paired Caymus wines. Throughout the evening, learn more about Caymus and the wines being poured as you enjoy each thoughtfully selected pairing. SEE THE MENU: Primi Jumbo Lump Crab Tartlet Parmesan Puff Pastry, Roasted Fennel, Jumbo Lump Crab, Citrus Crème, Smoked Salmon Caviar, Local Micros Pairing: Conundrum White Blend, CA Secondi Sweet Potato & Lobster Ravioli Roasted Sweet Potato, Butter-Poached Lobster, Whipped Sage Mascarpone, Aromatic Lobster Bisque. Crispy Pancetta, Herbed Panko Pairing: Mer Soleil Reserve Chardonnay, CA Contorni Caymus Braised Wagyu Short Rib Black Truffle Polenta, Grana Padano, Roasted Broccolini, Confit San Marzano Tomatoes, Caramelized Shallots, Caymus Pan Jus Pairing: Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley Dolci Cabernet Poached Pear Cheesecake Nurseryman Cabernet Poached Bosc Pears, Vanilla Bean Whipped Ricotta, Toasted Gaham Cracker, Crème Anglaise Pairing: Nurseryman Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley
Private dining
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Reviews
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933 Reviews
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Megan Gold
Tampa1 review
5.0Dined on October 10, 2026
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Ellen
Tampa8 reviews
2.0Dined on October 10, 2026
- Overall 2
- Food 1
- Service 2
- Ambience 3
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David Gold
Tampa60 reviews
5.0Dined on October 9, 2026
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Brenda Gold
Tampa8 reviews
5.0Dined on October 4, 2026
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 4
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Indu Gold
Las Vegas41 reviews
3.0Dined on September 25, 2026
- Overall 3
- Food 1
- Service 4
- Ambience 4
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Aubrey Gold
Tampa4 reviews
3.0Dined on September 22, 2026
- Overall 3
- Food 3
- Service 3
- Ambience 3
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Pete
San Francisco2 reviews
5.0Dined on September 20, 2026
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 4
- Ambience 4
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Robert
Tampa1 review
2.0Dined on September 16, 2026
- Overall 2
- Food 2
- Service 5
- Ambience 1
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Sally
Tampa9 reviews
5.0Dined on September 11, 2026
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Debra Gold
Tampa3 reviews
4.0Dined on September 11, 2026
- Overall 4
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Dining areas
Additional information
- Dining styleCasual Elegant
- Price$31 to $50
- CuisinesItalian, Seafood, American
- Hours of operationMon–Thu 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
- Phone number
- Payment optionsAMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- Executive chefFabio Viviani
- CateringPlease email us at events@tavernacostale.com for any Catering or Special Events Menus
- Private party facilitiesWith 6 separate private and semi-private dining experiences, we can fit any-sized event up to 100 guests in different styling variations.
- Private party contactKarin Bearnarth: (727) 954-3863
- NeighborhoodSt. Petersburg
- Cross streetWe are located on Central Avenue, between Second & Third Avenue S.
- Parking detailsStreet Parking
- Public transitParking Lot is one block away, $1 an hour at the South Core Parking Garage
- AdditionalBanquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
FAQs
Casual dress, comfortable, nothing formal required; it suits a casual lunch, date night, or cocktails at golden hour.
Portions are generally substantial, guests note ample serving sizes (one even said an appetizer could have been a full meal) and many leave comfortably full.
Yes, Taverna Costale hosts private gatherings; guests report a private room for larger parties and the restaurant’s listing confirms private parties are allowed.
Yes, families dine here regularly: guests mention teenagers enjoying the margarita pizza, birthday celebrations, and that the spot works well for dinners with parents, suggesting a family-friendly vibe.
For a calmer visit, Taverna Costale is nicest on weekday evenings, guests specifically note a quiet Tuesday evening and a peaceful Monday late-afternoon; happy hour and weekend dinners bring a livelier crowd.
Yes, the patio and sidewalk seating are welcoming for diners with dogs; one guest enjoyed a quiet morning breakfast there with their dog and attentive service.
For weekend brunch, visit on Saturday or Sunday, guests praise the brunch and bottomless-mimosa-style offerings; for a quieter evening, Tuesday nights are often relaxed.
Taverna Costale fills up for happy hour and special events, while weekday visits can be much calmer, for example, a Monday mid‑afternoon visit was noted as pretty quiet and a Tuesday evening was called quiet and relaxed.
A guest enjoyed breakfast on the sidewalk with their dog, so dogs have been welcomed at the outdoor/sidewalk seating.
Yes, Taverna Costale offers breezy patio seating on Central Ave and an inside‑outside bar, giving you al fresco options for drinks and meals.
Taverna Costale blends upscale and inviting coastal-Italian style, swank but chill inside, with an indoor/outdoor bar and patio that create a warm, lively yet comfortable dining vibe.
Yes, Taverna Costale is frequently recommended for date night, with an inviting, upscale-but-relaxed energy and wine-forward, intimate dining mentioned by both the restaurant and guests.
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Taverna Costale
4.6
$31 to $50
Italian
St. Petersburg
Make a reservation
2 people
Nov 8, 2026
7:00 PM
Experiences are available.