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Seafood & Steakhouse
Middle Grounds Grill
$$$ · 10925 Gulf Blvd, Treasure Island
The best seafood on the beach — full stop. Named after the famous fishing grounds 100 miles offshore, this family-owned gem has been serving TI since 2006. The bar is casual and genuinely inviting, making it a perfect date night spot. Order the three-nut crusted black grouper with mango beurre blanc — it's legendary. The steaks, coconut almond shrimp, Prince Edward Island mussels and nightly catch of the day are all must-orders too. Named a Florida Trend Magazine Top 500 restaurant.
"Best seafood steak house on Gulf Blvd. Great atmosphere, incredible martinis and the grouper is unlike anything else on the island."
Nut Crusted Grouper
Fresh Catch Daily
Steaks
Coconut Shrimp
PEI Mussels
Date Night
Wine Wednesday
Happy Hour 4:30–6pm
Live Music Nightly
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Tiki Bar
Ka'Tiki
$$ · 8803 W Gulf Blvd
A quintessential TI spot where locals and visitors actually mix. Known for live music, cold drinks and a grouper sandwich that people argue is the best on the island. Casual beach bar energy done right.
"The grouper sandwich here ends all arguments. Order it."
Live Music
Gulf Front
Grouper Sandwich
Local Fave
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Bar & Grill
R Bar
$$ · 245 108th Ave, Treasure Island
A true TI local hangout with a "Cheers" atmosphere, great prices and food that punches above its weight. The smoked fish spread and grouper dishes are standouts, and the pizza is seriously underrated. Famous for all-you-can-eat snow crab legs every Tuesday & Thursday from 4pm until they run out.
"Make sure you can finish your first plate of crab legs — if you can't, you'll hear about it from everyone at the bar."
Smoked Fish Spread
All-You-Can-Eat Crab
Tue & Thu from 4pm
Pizza
Local Atmosphere
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Bar & Grille
Ricky T's Bar & Grille
$$ · Treasure Island
A true TI staple. Live music every single day, food served indoors and outdoors, and a vibe that isn't too touristy. Locals have been coming here for years. Try the grouper or Cuban sandwich — both are crowd favorites.
"Live band daily at 5pm and 8pm. Get there early for a good spot outside."
Live Music Daily
Outdoor Seating
Local Staple
Cuban Sandwich
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Beach Bar
Caddy's Treasure Island
$$ · Sunset Beach
The original Caddy's — toes in the sand, Gulf views, live music and sunset seats that people fight for. Dine on the beach or at covered outdoor tables. Come for one drink, stay for the whole evening. Check status on their website as they continue rebuilding post-hurricanes.
"Get there by 6pm to grab a waterfront table before sunset. Trust us on this one."
Beach Front
Sunset Views
Live Music
Gulf Views
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Bar & Restaurant
Sloppy Joe's on the Beach
$$ · Treasure Island
A Treasure Island classic with Caribbean flair and the famous fish sandwich. Tons of outdoor seating, live music, and great sunset energy. Historic bar with a Key West soul right on TI. Check their Facebook for current hours.
"Historic bar, great fish sandwich, tons of outdoor seating. Classic TI stop."
Historic Spot
Fish Sandwich
Live Music
Outdoor Seating
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Italian
Gigi's Italian Restaurant
$$ · Treasure Island
Family-run and serving TI since 1967. From-scratch pasta, wood-fired pizza and a candlelit setting that somehow always feels like a special occasion. One of the most beloved long-standing spots on the island — the kind of place locals take out-of-town guests.
"Garlic knots, pasta Fresca, Saltiboca. This place has been getting it right since 1967."
Since 1967
From Scratch
Wood-Fired Pizza
Local Institution
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Mexican
VIP Mexican Restaurant & Lounge
$ · Treasure Island
A local landmark delivering authentic Mexican dishes, Tex-Mex favorites and margaritas that earn their reputation. No frills, big flavors. The kind of place you end up at more than you planned — and never regret it.
"Get the fried seafood plate, Cajun fries and a house marg. You're welcome."
Local Landmark
Great Margaritas
Budget Friendly
Casual
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Cuban Sandwiches
The Floridian Cuban Sandwiches
$ · 107th Ave, Treasure Island
The Cuban sandwich spot that locals swear by. Hot-pressed, enormous and deeply satisfying. The 12-inch is ordered with intentions of saving half — nobody ever does. A TI institution that survived the storms and kept serving.
"Best Cuban sandwich I've ever had. Once you eat here, no other place comes close."
Best Cuban on TI
Local Institution
Cash Friendly
Quick Eats
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Brewery & Bar
Sea Dog Brewing Co.
$$ · Treasure Island
Gulf-inspired food menu paired with hand-crafted cocktails and specialty beers made on location. Waterfront views, boat docks and dog friendly downstairs. The kind of local brewpub that earns regulars fast.
"Waterfront, dog-friendly, great beer. This one checks all the boxes."
Craft Beer
Waterfront
Dog Friendly
Boat Docks