What are the best restaurants on Clearwater Beach?
There are so many great restaurants on Clearwater Beach that it can be challenging to choose where to go. To make the decision easier, here are the best Clearwater Beach restaurants broken down by incredible views, family-friendly, and even fine dining.
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Waterfront Restaurants on Clearwater Beach
Palm Pavilion Beachside Grill & Bar
- Located directly on the beach
- Great seafood, burgers and ribs, and more!
- Live Music
Frenchy’s Rockaway Grill
- Located directly on the beach
- Fantastic fresh seafood
- Live Music
Bait House
- Located at the Clearwater Marina
- Great seafood
- Fun atmosphere
Marina Cantina
- Located at the Clearwater Marina
- Mexican cuisine
- Marina views
Salt Cracker Fish Camp
- Located at the Clearwater Marina
- Delicious fresh seafood
- Marina views
Jimmy’s Fish House
- Located on the Clearwater Pass
- Live music
- Ample outdoor seating right on the water
- Views of Clearwater Pass and the Gulf of Mexico
- Perfect Sunset views and free sunset shots
Shephard’s Tiki Beach Bar & Grill
- Located on Clearwater Pass
- Views of Clearwater Pass and the Gulf of Mexico
- Live Music
Shephard’s Ocean Flame
- Located on Clearwater Pass
- Breakfast only from 8 AM – 11 AM
- Views of Clearwater Pass and the Gulf of Mexico
Backwaters
- Located on the Intracoastal Waterway
- Surf n Turf menu
- Beautiful Intracoastal Waterway views from the outdoor seating on the back deck
Sandbar
- Located directly on the beach
- Part of the Opal Sands Resort
- Beach views
- Burgers, fish tacos, and more!
Tommy’s Tiki Bar
- Located directly on the beach
- Hilton Hotel beach bar
- Small bites of food and drinks
- Beach views and views of Pier 60
Tate Island Grill
- Located directly on the beach
- bar food that includes seafood options
- On the Sandpearl Resort beachfront Patio
More Clearwater Beach Restaurants with Great Views
SeaGuini
- Beach & Ocean views
- Italian cuisine, known for seafood
- Fine dining
Frenchy’s South Beach Cafe
- Beach views
- Located steps away from South Beach
- Known for fresh seafood, specifically grouper sandwiches
Crabby’s Beachwalk Bar & Grill
- Beach views
- Located steps away from South Beach
- Seafood, steaks and sandwiches, and more
“We the Pizza” Clearwater Beach
- Beach views
- Limited outdoor seating
- Located on South Beach
SHOR American Seafood Grill
- Beach views
- Second Floor seating for great beach views
- Open Kitchen
- Located in the Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach
Badfins Food + Brew
- Beach views
- Located on South Beach
- Live music
- Great food and large beer menu
Ocean Hai
- Beach views
- Located in the Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach
- Asian style restaurant
Jimmy’s Crows Nest
- Rooftop Bar
- Beach, Marina, and Pier 60 views
- Great drinks, food, and panoramic views
Crabby’s Dockside
- Pier 60, Marina, Round-a-bout views
- Large Menu
- Lots of seating
3 Daughters Brewing Clearwater Beach
- Pier 60 & Round-a-bout views
- Located on the 3rd Floor
- Everything on the menu pairs well with their fantastic beer
- Only brewery located on Clearwater Beach
Caretta on the Gulf
- Beach views
- Located in the Sandpearl Resort
- Upscale dining
Evy’s Terrace Bar & Bistro
- Clearwater Pass views
- Rooftop Bar at the Hampton Inn & Suites
- Great atmosphere
Watercolour Grillhouse
- Intracostal waterway views
- Located in the Clearwater Beach Marriott Suites on Sand Key
- Piano Bar
Columbia Restaurant Sand Key
- Intracoastal waterway views
- Located on Sand Key Island
- Spanish Restaurant
- Upscale dining
Relaxed, Family-Friendly Clearwater Beach Restaurants
Palm Pavilion Beachside Grill & Bar
- Located directly on the beach
- Great seafood, burgers and ribs, and more!
- Live Music
Frenchy’s Rockaway Grill
- Located directly on the beach
- Fantastic fresh seafood
- Live Music
Bait House
- Located at the Clearwater Marina
- Great seafood
- Fun atmosphere
Frenchy’s Original Cafe
- Fun family-friendly atmosphere
- Known for fresh seafood, specifically fried grouper sandwiches
- Delicious key lime pie
The Salty Crab Bar & Grill North Beach
- Food for all tastes: seafood, burgers, pizza, and more
- Live music
- relaxed atmosphere
Crabby’s Hideaway
- Outdoor seating only
- Super relaxed and fun atmosphere featuring a few outdoor games
- Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Toucans Sports Bar
- Located in a busy area of Mandalay with quick access to all the nearby fun
- Large Menu
- Mostly indoor seating
Frenchy’s Saltwater Cafe
- Known for grouper sandwiches
- Fresh seafood
- Indoor and outdoor seating
Coco’s Crush Bar North Beach
- Relaxed atmosphere
- Known for shrimp, wings & sandwiches
Little Anthony’s Pizzeria
- Quick pizza restaurant
- Located steps away from Pier 60
The Spotted Donkey Cantina
- Located steps away from Pier 60
- Mexican Restaurant located under the Hilton Hotel
Crabby’s Dockside
- Pier 60, Marina, Round-a-bout views
- Large Menu
- Lots of seating
Roundabout Pizza
- Pizza restaurant located inside the Clearwater Marina
Poke Havana
- Located inside the Clearwater Marina
- Counter service restaurant
- Known for Cuban sandwiches
Frenchy’s South Beach Cafe
- Beach views
- Located steps away from South Beach
- Known for fresh seafood, specifically grouper sandwiches
King’s Pizza & Grill
- New York-style pizza
- The menu is filled with pizza, calzones, and delicious pasta
CK Eats n Drinks
- Steps away from south Clearwater Beach
- Indoor and outdoor seating
- Seafood, burgers, pizza, tacos, and pairings of beer
Salty’s Island Bar & Grille
- Relaxed atmosphere
- Classic seafood dishes, frozen cocktails, and more
Holy Crepe
- Located in Edge Hotel on South Clearwater Beach
- Made to orders breakfast, suite and savory crepes
Taco Bus
- Located in Edge Hotel on South Clearwater Beach
- Mexican food
- Indoor and outdoor seating
Cesare At the Beach
- Classic Italian restaurant
- Both owners were born and raised in Italy
- Large wine list
Fine Dining on Clearwater Beach
Blinkers Beachside Steakhouse and Lounge
- Relaxed but upscale restaurant
- Surf n’ Turf menu
- Located in The Residences at Sandpearl
Caretta on the Gulf
- Beach views
- Located in the Sandpearl Resort
- Upscale dining
Bobby’s Bistro
- Indoor and Outdoor Seating
- Relaxed but more upscale and excellent service
Bob Heilman’s Beachcomber
- Longstanding upscale restaurant on Clearwater beach
- Multiple rooms inside to keep the restaurant more private
- Famous for its fried chicken, fresh seafood, and old Florida charm
Ocean Hai
- Beach views
- Located in the Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach
- Asian style restaurant
Watercolour Grillhouse
- Intracostal waterway views
- Located in the Clearwater Beach Marriott Suites on Sand Key
- Piano Bar
Forlini’s Restaurant
- Upscale Italian restaurant
- An extensive global wine list
Columbia Restaurant Sand Key
- Intracoastal waterway views
- Located on Sand Key Island
- Spanish Restaurant
- Upscale dining
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