We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers:
Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome. Mac: Safari.

Z Grille

104 2nd St S, St. Petersburg, FL 33701-4491
727-822-9600
Website
Menu
Update restaurant details
Ranked #15 of 623 restaurants in St. Petersburg
Price range: $30 - $30
More restaurant details
Restaurant details
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Reservations, Late Night
Dining style: Casual Elegant
Cross street: 1st Avenue South
Description: James Beard nominated Chef/Owner Zack Gross has been serving his unique and acclaimed cuisine in Downtown St. Petersburg since 2005. We receive fresh local fish and specialties several times per week for quality and freshness, and make all of our sauces and sides from scratch each day.
Reserve with OpenTable
Please enter a later date and time
Write a Review

82 reviews from our community

82% Recommend
    46
    22
    6
    4
    4
Rating summary
    Food
    Service
    Value
    Atmosphere
Date Rating
Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Senior Contributor
30 reviews 30 reviews
18 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 28, 2013

We happened across Z Grille when another restaurant we thought served cold water oysters ended up only having gulf oysters. A quick online search brought us to Z - Grile, Cool vibe, great service, and fun menu and outstanding food made for a lucky find. The deviled egg appetizers were delicious, and a refreshing change from normal appetizers. The cold... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Orlando, Florida
Senior Contributor
23 reviews 23 reviews
7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
69 helpful votes 69 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 24, 2013

There are many places in downtown St. Pete to eat, but the Z-Grille is amazing! ' It is a small dining room with a nice size bar so you might want to make reservations. The staff does a great job at taking care of you and knows the menu very well to offer recommendations. The menu is very eclectic including... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 7 more reviews by blondie9093 for St. Petersburg
St. Petersburg, Florida
Contributor
20 reviews 20 reviews
13 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 24, 2013

We love sitting at the bar; watching the open kitchen and munching on some great food. We were there for a night out and ended up staying and grazing on marvelous food for hours, enjoying the locals, talking to people. The hamburger comes so close to the DB Burger I've had At Daniel Boloud's in NY and Vegas, my mouth... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Tampa, Florida
Top Contributor
66 reviews 66 reviews
38 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
117 helpful votes 117 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 19, 2013

A very trendy, yet small restaurant with great drinks (healthy pour) from a very pleasant bar staff. The food, small portions yet decedent, delicious, fun, beautifully prepared, in the open kitchen. Sit indoors or out. Cool art, lighting, very trendy. Z Grille has an easy to find corner location, and lots of staff to make your experience an excellent one.... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 7 more reviews by GiovanniTampa for St. Petersburg
Naples, Italy
Top Contributor
77 reviews 77 reviews
35 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 18, 2013

This restaurant has really fun food. All kinds of deviled eggs - I don't even usually like deviled eggs, but these are so good. And lots of other things that are just an interesting take on something you've had a million times like ribs or tacos. They just do it all so well. The ambiance is very hip and cool.... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 17 more reviews by Tyler Anne F for St. Petersburg
Ottawa
Contributor
11 reviews 11 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013

Over the years, we have learned where to go in St. Petersburg and the Beaches for a good meal. But no place offers a nicer surprise than the Z Grille downtown on 2nd Street. When biking, we sometimes stop there for lunch, usually including a tray of deviled eggs. We can eat outside and keep an eye on the bikes.... More

Was this review helpful? Yes 1
Boston
Top Contributor
143 reviews 143 reviews
89 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 44 cities Reviews in 44 cities
170 helpful votes 170 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 24, 2013

It's rare to find a place where while you're having dinner you say to yourself, "I have to come back tomorrow". I got that feeling at Z Grille. Cudos to the chef/owner (you see him front and center in his baseball cap) and his lovely wife (you see her at the front door greeting/seating guests. This place is very special.... More

Was this review helpful? Yes 3
See 6 more reviews by WINEandTRAVEL for St. Petersburg
Silver Spring, Maryland
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 24, 2013

This is our second visit to Z Grille. Love the deviled egg appetizer. I had a lovely salad with asparagus, red pepper and tortilla strips. Entree was the sea bass over goat chees and arugula risotto. Then there was dessert - salted caramel cheesecake spring rolls. Soooooo good. All this and since it was Monday, half price bottles of wine!... More

Was this review helpful? Yes 1
See 2 more reviews by estherb818 for St. Petersburg
Tampa
Senior Contributor
35 reviews 35 reviews
20 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 12, 2013

The meals were very good but a bit too expensive. No bread with meals. Also it was noisy. recommend reservations for weekend.

Was this review helpful? Yes 2
See 4 more reviews by bb-starr for St. Petersburg
Richmond, Virginia
Top Contributor
54 reviews 54 reviews
24 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 30 cities Reviews in 30 cities
98 helpful votes 98 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed March 12, 2013

We three dined here on a Friday night. It was crowded and noisy, obviously a favorite of locals. The service was friendly and somewhat attentive. This place seems to pride itself on menu items that are a bit off-center or unusual. For instance, the house specialty is deviled eggs; these come a variety of ways, including one with caviar; three... More

Was this review helpful? Yes 1
See 5 more reviews by Edward3005 for St. Petersburg

Travelers who viewed Z Grille also viewed

St. Petersburg, FL
 
St. Petersburg, FL
St. Petersburg, FL
 

Been to Z Grille? Share your experiences!

Write a Review Add Photos Add Videos

Owners: What's your side of the story?

If you own or manage Z Grille, register now for free tools to enhance your listing, attract new reviews, and respond to reviewers.

Manage your listing