Allelo - St. Petersburg (FL)

5 /5 O Valdes: We celebrated Christmas Eve dinner at Allelo for the first time in St. Pete and had an absolutely wonderful experience. The food was amazing—every dish was flavorful and beautifully prepared. A special thank you to Stephanie, who was incredibly knowledgeable, attentive, and made excellent recommendations throughout the evening. She truly elevated our dining experience. We couldn’t have chosen a better place to celebrate this special night with the family.

5 /5 Molly Thompson: One word: WOW. One of the best meals we’ve ever had, anywhere. A local recommended this place so we tried it. We did the tasting menu and every single item was perfection. The beef tartare was probably our favorite, along with the caviar amuse boûche. But it was all just incredible. The wagyu entrée was amazing. Cool ambience, too. Service was outstanding - no notes!!

5 /5 Nicholas Lamoreaux: Amazing food and service! All of the menu items are large portions and can easily be shared. Mt parry of 3 got the Seafood Linguine, Beef Tenderloin Kabobs, and Half Rack of Lamb. Everything was very delicious and we had great service, especially since they were very busy. I would recommend trying the PEI Mussels appetizer and Baklava Cheesecake dessert (regrettably did not get a photo of the cheesecake!). Ill definitely have to come back!

5 /5 Liberty Sales-Toledo: I always love coming to Allelo, and most recently stopped by for brunch to celebrate a friends birthday. This restaurant is beautiful inside and out, from the bathroom wallpaper to the gorgeous views. My friends and I ordered: Neuske Thick Cut Bacon, Ricotta Soft Scramble, Papas Bravas, Turkish Eggs, and Olive Oil Pancakes, with Thats Me Espresso (Espresso martinis) to drink. We could have ordered the family-style brunch, but decided we wanted more variety. The seasonal pastries our server helped order were the stars of the brunch. It surprised us all, especially with how it was not too sweet.. just the perfect amount! Will be back for the olive oil pancakes and deviled eggs, for sure!

5 /5 Marina Machado: Tonight was my first visit to Allelo on Beach Drive in St. Pete. We didn’t have a reservation but were lucky to get seats at the bar around 7 p.m. They mentioned they were fully booked, though we did notice a few tables open both when we arrived and when we left. Still, we ended up having a great time at the bar! The female bartender was pretty friendly and attentive, and the bar back (a male) was busy helping with table and silverware setup ~ both were good. We ordered the Baby Gem Salad, Mussels in a delicious tomato sauce, and the Cocktail Shrimp, which were all fantastic. The cocktails were unique and interestingly crafted. The espresso martini had an interesting twist ~ a subtle touch of amaro that gave it depth. The lemon drop martini was made with their house lemonade, which gave it a refreshing and slightly unexpected flavor. My friend ordered the Aperol Spritz and really enjoyed it too. It was a bit loud inside, so next time I’ll definitely ask to sit outside, especially in this beautiful weather. The restaurant has a charming patio right on Beach Drive, a cozy bar area, and another smaller dining room to the right as you walk in. The space is beautifully decorated, with a hand-painted mural of birds by a local artist. They even provided a list so guests can learn about each bird featured on the wall ~ a thoughtful touch! I’m surprised it took me this long to visit, especially since I consider myself quite the foodie. Allelo has been open for 5 years, and after tonight, I can definitely say I’ll be back soon!