1200° Chophouse - St. Pete Beach
Chicago native Dan Casey moved to St. Petersburg to bring area residents a taste of the Windy City. His 1200° Chophouse serves as a classic steakhouse that's consistent with plenty of options for all. Since opening, it's received all sorts of accolades, from Tampa Bay Times' "Top 50 Best Tampa Bay Restaurants" (2015) to Trip Advisor's list for "Top 1% restaurant in the entire St. Petersburg area."
Read MoreThe restaurant is open outdoors yearround, with optimal positioning on the beach. The scene is upscale, yet casual, and attracts a mature, sophisticated clientele.
On the menu favorites: pan-seared sea bass, twin filet mignon Oscar, and a two-and-a-half pounder bone-in Tomahawk rib-eye. Steaks are broiled in the 1200-degree broiler to the diner's liking. Chef Casey keeps it real simple around here. Side dishes include sauteed broccoli, steak fries, mushrooms, garlic mashed potatoes, and onion straws.