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The Library, St. Petersburg, FL
Award-winning

The Library

4.7
4.7
3515 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 90 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for brunch
  • Charming
At The Library, the familiar aroma of coffee, the promise of a delicious meal, and the anticipation of friendly buzz will offer a reprieve from the daily chaos. It is where the community as a whole comes to refill their cup, both proverbially and, often, quite literally. You will find dining options both inside and outside, as well as at the bar. For walk-up service, our pastry counter offers coffee, tea and pastries throughout the day. We look forward to serving the community, visitors, and hospital staff alike.

For all other reservation request for parties between seven and twelve please call us at 727.269.9969. If it's after hours, please email us info@thelibrarystpete.com

For all inquiries for parties greater than thirteen please visit our events website. The link is attached below.

https://thelibrarystpete.com/pages/private-events

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Cocktail Bar, Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Coffee Bar Mon–Sat 09:00–21:00 Brunch Sat 09:00–15:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00–16:00 Happy Hour Mon–Thu 16:00–17:00 Sat 15:00–17:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (727) 369-9969
  • Website
    https://thelibrarystpete.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Louis Meyer
  • Private party facilities
    Good day,For any reservations request for parties between seven and twelve please call us at 727.269.9969. If it's after hours, please email us info@thelibrarystpete.comFor all inquiries for parties greater than thirteen please visit our events website. The link is attached below. https://thelibrarystpete.com/pages/private-events
  • Location
    600 5th Street South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Area
    St. Petersburg
  • Cross Street
    5th Street South and 6th Avenue South
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Public transit
    Stop Number 11 on the Downtown Looper Trolley
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • Wine Wednesdays

    Multiple dates available
    Come experience half price of all bottles of Wine and Champagne under $110 on Wednesdays only. All outdoor reservations made online with "indoors" noted are considered request. The Library prioritizes fulfilling indoor bookings first, and thereafter, we will make every effort to accommodate additional request.

  • Bourbon Thursdays

    Multiple dates available
    All day and night on Thursdays be sure to ask about our new bourbon flights. All outdoor reservations made online with "indoors" noted are considered request. The Library prioritizes fulfilling indoor bookings first, and thereafter, we will make every effort to accommodate additional request.

Menu

Shareables

  • Bread & Butter BoardUS$10.00

    Rosemary shallot butter, honeycomb, maldon salt

    • As EntreUS$0.00
    • As AppUS$0.00

  • Roasted Yellow Tomato SoupUS$10.00

    • As EntreUS$0.00
    • As AppUS$0.00

  • Benne CauliflowerUS$17.00

    Crispy garlic, scallion, spices, thai chili sauce, sambal ginger aioli

    • As EntreUS$0.00
    • As AppUS$0.00

  • Seared OctopusUS$21.00

    Fregola, blistered tomato, cipollini onion, huancaina

    • As EntreUS$0.00
    • As AppUS$0.00

  • Crispy Pork BellyUS$19.00

    Shiitake mousse, charred kohlrabi, peanut crunch, chili garlic hoisin

    • As EntreUS$0.00
    • As AppUS$0.00

  • Anniversary CauliflowerUS$6.00

    • As EntreUS$0.00
    • As AppUS$0.00

Entrees

  • Prime BurgerUS$26.00

    Creekstone beef, sliced american cheese, bacon, red onion relish, red gem lettuce, garlic aioli, truffle fries

    • RareUS$0.00
    • Medium RareUS$0.00
    • MediumUS$0.00
    • Medium WellUS$0.00
    • Well DoneUS$0.00

  • Roast ChickenUS$30.00

    Adobo marinade, sweet plantain hash, mojo rojo

    • Mushroom OrecchietteUS$28.00

      Charred broccolini, lacinato kale, roasted shallot, drop pepper, buffalo milk ricotta

      • Vodka RigatoniUS$28.00

        Argentinean red shrimp, pecorino, avon spinach, basil

        • SalmonUS$36.00

          Charred scallion gnocchi, rainbow chard, apricot mostarda

          • Jumbo Sea ScallopsUS$40.00

            smoked gouda grits, applewood bacon, brussels, corn pureé

            • Duroc Pork SchnitzelUS$36.00

              • RareUS$0.00
              • Medium RareUS$0.00
              • MediumUS$0.00
              • Medium WellUS$0.00
              • Well DoneUS$0.00

            Simply Proteins

            • New York StripUS$44.00

              Rosemary shallot butter

              • FiletUS$48.00

                Béarnaise

                • 10oz Hanger SteakUS$39.00

                  Romesco sauce

                  Sides

                  • Truffle FriesUS$10.00

                    • EntreUS$0.00
                    • AppUS$0.00

                  • Sauteed SpinachUS$9.00

                    • Crispy PotatoesUS$9.00

                      • Regular FriesUS$7.00

                        • Smoked Gouda GritsUS$12.00

                          • Side Crispy Brussel SproutsUS$11.00

                            • Truffle Mac & CheeseUS$13.00

                              A la carte

                              • TommeUS$9.00

                                • Fennel SalamiUS$8.00

                                  • CapocolloUS$8.00

                                    • Extra CrostinisUS$0.00

                                      • Extra Foccacia for Cheese BoardUS$3.00

                                        • Chicken BreastUS$10.00

                                          • Extra Burrata BreadUS$3.00

                                            • GF FlatbreadUS$3.00

                                              Salads

                                              • Mixed Green SaladUS$14.00

                                                Grilled artichoke, shredded carrot, drop peppers, heirloom tomato, house balsamic vinaigrette

                                                • As EntreUS$0.00
                                                • As AppUS$0.00

                                              • Grilled PeachUS$18.00

                                                Heirloom tomato, burrata, mint, crushed pistachio, pomegranate molasses

                                                • As EntreUS$0.00
                                                • As AppUS$0.00

                                              • Roasted Beet SaladUS$18.00

                                                Mint, toasted pistachio, quinoa, pickled onion, arugula, whipped goat cheese, orange balsamic

                                                • As EntreUS$0.00
                                                • As AppUS$0.00

                                              • Red Gem CaesarUS$18.00

                                                • As EntreUS$0.00
                                                • As AppUS$0.00

                                              Last updated: 22 September 2024

                                              What 3,515 people are saying

                                              Overall ratings and reviews

                                              Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                              4.7
                                              4.7 based on recent ratings
                                              • 4.7Food
                                              • 4.7Service
                                              • 4.8Ambience
                                              • 4.5Value

                                              Noise • Moderate

                                              Loved For

                                              • St. Petersburg

                                                Best Ambience

                                              • St. Petersburg

                                                Great for brunch

                                              • St. Petersburg

                                                Innovative

                                              • St. Petersburg

                                                Good for groups

                                              • St. Petersburg

                                                Most Booked

                                              Review summary

                                              AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                              The Library in St. Pete offers a "delightful ambiance" with excellent food and service. While some diners find the prices steep, many praise its brunch options and unique decor. Highlights include the "bread and butter board," "amazing" cocktails, and attentive staff. Perfect for a "relaxed brunch" or special occasion.

                                              3,515 Reviews

                                              1. Marci

                                                VIP

                                                Fort Lauderdale

                                                2 reviews

                                                4.0

                                                2 reviews

                                                Dined 3 days ago

                                                1. Overall 4
                                                2. Food 5
                                                3. Service 4
                                                4. Ambience 4
                                                We loved this place! The food was absolutely delicious, fantastic service, and charming atmosphere. We will be back when we visit St.Pete again (came for a mother daughter getaway from South FL).

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                                              2. David

                                                VIP

                                                New York City

                                                8 reviews

                                                5.0

                                                8 reviews

                                                Dined 5 days ago

                                                1. Overall 5
                                                2. Food 5
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                Always a great meal with a wonderful bar menu and atmosphere.

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                                              3. Diane

                                                VIP

                                                Miami

                                                53 reviews

                                                5.0

                                                53 reviews

                                                Dined 6 days ago

                                                1. Overall 5
                                                2. Food 5
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                Beautifully decorated. Was only able to do the happy hour menu, which has multiple hearty portions. Food was very tasty and the service was great.

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                                              4. Stuart

                                                New York City

                                                10 reviews

                                                4.0

                                                10 reviews

                                                Dined 7 days ago

                                                1. Overall 4
                                                2. Food 4
                                                3. Service 4
                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                Food was below the usual standard And menu could use a couple more selections

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                                              5. Toni

                                                VIP

                                                Tampa

                                                68 reviews

                                                5.0

                                                68 reviews

                                                Dined on 18 December 2024

                                                1. Overall 5
                                                2. Food 5
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                Dining at The Library is always a joy. The food and service are excellent!

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                                              6. Dorothy

                                                VIP

                                                Dallas

                                                3 reviews

                                                4.0

                                                3 reviews

                                                Dined on 18 December 2024

                                                1. Overall 4
                                                2. Food 5
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 3
                                                Read in a review that the restaurant was quiet and that is what we were looking for for an intimate anniversary dinner. The food and wait staff were excellent. The restaurant however was quite loud. We asked to be seated in a quiet spot and truly they accommodated. The music however was just very loud.

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                                              7. Susan

                                                San Francisco

                                                2 reviews

                                                5.0

                                                2 reviews

                                                Dined on 18 December 2024

                                                1. Overall 5
                                                2. Food 5
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                We had a lovely lunch. Highlights were the smoked salmon spread appetizer, the ham & Gruyère sandwich, truffle fries and the vegan sherbet. Everything was top notch.

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                                              8. Cheryl

                                                Las Vegas

                                                1 review

                                                5.0

                                                1 review

                                                Dined on 18 December 2024

                                                1. Overall 5
                                                2. Food 5
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                We had a fantastic lunch at The Library. The food was great, but the service and ambiance was over the top! I highly recommend visiting The Library if you are anywhere near this location and I will definitely visit again!! Our server was so professional and accomodating, but with a down to earth personality as well! Top notch!!

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                                              9. Jonathan

                                                VIP

                                                Tampa

                                                40 reviews

                                                5.0

                                                40 reviews

                                                Dined on 16 December 2024

                                                1. Overall 5
                                                2. Food 5
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                Food was excellent as usual. First time having Ryan as our server. He was very nice and professional. Gabe and Aaron we're on top of everything The new manager Glory is an emerging star. Kate is my girl though.

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                                              10. Jonathan

                                                VIP

                                                Tampa

                                                40 reviews

                                                5.0

                                                40 reviews

                                                Dined on 15 December 2024

                                                1. Overall 5
                                                2. Food 5
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                OK, so on December 11th I had Lenny as my server and everything was amazing as usual Then on December 13th I had Kelsey and she was amazing as usual Then on another day I had Jennifer (older lady always wears a mask. Super dope and professional). Gabe is my guy! Kate is an angel as a manager Aaron the GM is a quiet force of strategic management I miss Jason On Sunday I had Mari and he is one of the most authentic and professional people I've ever met.

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                                              FAQs

                                              The Library offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. The Library also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (727) 369-9969.

                                              The Library is rated 4.7 stars by 3515 OpenTable diners.

                                              Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                              Make a booking

                                              2 people
                                              19:00
                                              Booked 90 times today
                                              Experiences are available.

                                              Order delivery or takeout

                                              Google Map for The Library

                                              600 5th Street South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701

                                              Additional information

                                              • Award-winning
                                                1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
                                              • Cross Street
                                                5th Street South and 6th Avenue South
                                              • Area
                                                St. Petersburg
                                              • Hours of Operation
                                                Coffee Bar Mon–Sat 09:00–21:00 Brunch Sat 09:00–15:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00–16:00 Happy Hour Mon–Thu 16:00–17:00 Sat 15:00–17:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00
                                              • Price
                                                $31 to $50
                                              • Cuisines
                                                American, Cocktail Bar, Contemporary American
                                              • Dining style
                                                Casual Elegant
                                              • Dress code
                                                Business Casual
                                              • Parking details
                                                Private Lot
                                              • Public transit
                                                Stop Number 11 on the Downtown Looper Trolley
                                              • Payment Options
                                                AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                              • Executive Chef
                                                Louis Meyer
                                              • Additional
                                                Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                              • Website
                                                https://thelibrarystpete.com/
                                              • Phone number
                                                (727) 369-9969
                                              • Private party facilities
                                                Good day,For any reservations request for parties between seven and twelve please call us at 727.269.9969. If it's after hours, please email us info@thelibrarystpete.comFor all inquiries for parties greater than thirteen please visit our events website. The link is attached below. https://thelibrarystpete.com/pages/private-events

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