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Caretta on the Gulf

500 Mandalay Avenue, Sandpearl Resort, Clearwater, FL 33767
727-441-2425
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Ranked #16 of 393 restaurants in Clearwater
Price range: $31 - $50
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Good for: Special occasions, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Reservations, Late Night
Dining style: Casual Elegant
Cross street: Baymont Street
Description: Seasonally inspired cuisine is at the heart of Sandpearl Resort’s signature dining experience, Caretta on the Gulf. Our world-class chefs’ desire to please and surprise means the menu is prepared with infusions of South American, Caribbean and other international inspirations offering a broad selection of memorable cuisine. The Ceviche, Sushi and Raw Bar offers a fresh daily selection of local seafood. A wood-burning oven opens up a myriad of rustic dining selections. A wine room provides an intimate space for special events and tastings, with an extensive collection of wines from around the world. Take your seat among Caretta’s inspiring surroundings perched two levels above the beach with indoor and outdoor seating to view brilliant sunsets that set the scene for the most whimsical of culinary cravings.
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Ohio
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12 reviews 12 reviews
9 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
78 helpful votes 78 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2013

First, I would like to thank Chris for outstanding service and made our dining experience exceptional. Our dinner was very delicious but I have one note for the chef (and the public) - scallops, if cooked properly, do not need all that other stuff - they stand on their own. When I first read the scallops appetizer, I felt it... More

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Guildford, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2013

This restaurant is very good but just lacks some finishing touches which would make it excellent. it has the great natural advantage of position with wonderful views of sunset over the Gulf. The food was delicious and well presented. The wait staff were attentive but it seemed as if there were not enough of them. As tables were vacated they... More

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New Port Richey, FL
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47 restaurant reviews
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29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

There aren't a ton of great restaurants around the area, but this is a nice addition. It was surprisingly good for a hotel/resort restaurant. It's a beautiful location inside the Sand Pearl looking over the Gulf. All the staff was friendly and accommodating. We didn't order an app, but the chef sent out a small amuse-bouche of tuna ceviche with... More

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Columbus, Indiana
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9 reviews 9 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

Wow! Excellent food in an absolutely beautiful restaurant with a few of the sunset. The waiter was fabulous - he made everything sound delicious - and it was! Excellent sushi and the best steak I've ever had.

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7 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2013 via mobile

This place is awesome. A bit pricey bit well worth it. Service was not as friendly but overall definitely drop by this place if you are in cwb.

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Columbus, Indiana, United States
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8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2013 via mobile

Excellent food and service. Excellent atmosphere. We had a group of nine women, the staff really took care of us.... The Sushi was amazing, very fresh, the seafood and steaks were amazing, perfectly cooked. My friend just commented "we have never had service this good" Our waiter knew the menu well and was flexible. We were Celebrating a 40th birthday... More

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Narragansett, Rhode Island
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9 restaurant reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2013

The menu is not very interesting and neither is the flavor of the food. He had salmon, I had black grouper. Both lacked much flavor but were priced over $30 each. We sat on the balcony overlooking the pool area which was very pretty. Our waiter appeared hassled and seemed to have too many tables to serve well. When I... More

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Worcester, UK
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8 reviews 8 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 29, 2013

Was staying in the Sandpearl, ate here on our last night for dinner. Husband and 2 kids (12 and 10). Kids eat off adult menu (they didn't feel any love for the kids menu). All I can say is....superb food and great service. Excellent wine list. I've scored this place as being of average value but thats only because its... More

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See 4 more reviews by anmushy for Clearwater
North Berwick, Maine
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28 reviews 28 reviews
15 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 20, 2013

Menu of fish and steak. Best view of sunset. Service is best around. Every course came on time with no waiting. A little pricey but well worth it.

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See 5 more reviews by Jonmorse for Clearwater
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49 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 18, 2013 via mobile

We always stop to eat here when in Clearwater Beach. Ask to eat out on the Balcony. Also ask for the lounge menu. The lounge menu has many items from the regular menu with much lower prices. Great strip steak sandwich. My son ordered a side salad that was just beautifully decorated.

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