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The Library, St. Petersburg, FL
Award-winning

The Library

4.7
4.7
3476 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
20:00
Booked 55 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 Daily 09:00–21:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 09:00–16:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00–16:00 Happy Hour Mon–Thu 16:00–17:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri 17:00–22:00 Sat 17:30–22:00
  • Phone number
    (727) 369-9969
  • Website
    https://thelibrarystpete.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Alex Hoaks
  • 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

  • Breakfast With Santa & Mrs. Clause

    US$48.00 per person

    14 Dec 2024 only
    Join us for a very special breakfast hosted by Jolly Old St. Nick himself! Santa will be roaming through the Library while guests enjoy a prix fix menu. Please make sure to bring your camera for family photos. Santa will be onsite from 8:30am-10:00am. $28.00 per child (under 12) Choice of 2 Mini pancakes Scrambled Eggs & Bacon French Toast Sticks Adult $48 Mimosa Fruit or Grits Choice of 1 Omelet Super Simple Sandwich Benedict French Toast.
    Breakfast With Santa & Mrs. Clause photo

  • 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.

  • 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.

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 3,476 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
                                              • 4.6Food
                                              • 4.7Service
                                              • 4.8Ambience
                                              • 4.4Value

                                              Noise • Moderate

                                              Loved For

                                              • St. Petersburg

                                                Best Ambience

                                              • St. Petersburg

                                                Great for brunch

                                              • St. Petersburg

                                                Innovative

                                              • St. Petersburg

                                                American

                                              • St. Petersburg

                                                Most Booked

                                              Review summary

                                              AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                              The Library in St. Pete offers a captivating ambiance with a diverse menu and high-quality offerings. Many patrons highlight the "amazing ambiance," and "great service," praising both the food and cocktails. Although some find the prices steep, the unique atmosphere and attentive management make it a popular spot for brunch with highlights like the "bread and butter board" and "strong cocktails."

                                              3,477 Reviews

                                              1. Michele

                                                Tampa

                                                3 reviews

                                                5.0

                                                3 reviews

                                                Dined 1 day ago

                                                1. Overall 5
                                                2. Food 5
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                Love this place . Good food, & nice atmosphere .Great place to bring friends. Close to the St Pete Pier & shopping.

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                                              2. Mayra

                                                New York City

                                                108 reviews

                                                vip
                                                5.0

                                                108 reviews

                                                Dined 1 day ago

                                                1. Overall 5
                                                2. Food 5
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                Very nice server and good variety of dishes. Very nice atmosphere.

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                                              3. John

                                                Cincinnati

                                                2 reviews

                                                5.0

                                                2 reviews

                                                Dined 2 days ago

                                                1. Overall 5
                                                2. Food 5
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                Upscale vibe Lots of room so not packed in Food outstanding I tend to eat vegan and the offerings creative and dynamic flavors

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                                              4. Liz

                                                Orlando

                                                6 reviews

                                                5.0

                                                6 reviews

                                                Dined 2 days ago

                                                1. Overall 5
                                                2. Food 5
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                Not the first time I've eaten here, so when we recently came to St. Pete for a visit it was definitely a place I wanted to return to. Had another great dinner.

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                                              5. Akash

                                                Tampa

                                                1 review

                                                5.0

                                                1 review

                                                Dined 3 days ago

                                                1. Overall 5
                                                2. Food 5
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                What a bookalishes experience. Great service. Kind and attentive unlike my wife! Joking joking. Got some cocktails to start off. All 4 kinds were bangers. It made me wet in my mouth if you know what I mean ;) The apps were damn good. Octo has my mouth watering as well speak! The bread and butter have me buttered up for round 2. The NY Strip and fillet were oh so tender. The fillet over the strip for sure. Up on our list!

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                                              6. Patti

                                                Tampa

                                                45 reviews

                                                vip
                                                5.0

                                                45 reviews

                                                Dined 4 days ago

                                                1. Overall 5
                                                2. Food 5
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 4
                                                Love the Library. The food is great and the atmosphere is fun.

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                                              7. Craig

                                                Tampa

                                                45 reviews

                                                vip
                                                5.0

                                                45 reviews

                                                Dined 5 days ago

                                                1. Overall 5
                                                2. Food 5
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                Excellent as always. The Grilled Peach and Burrata salad was excellent. Burger was delicious. Also ordered pork schnitzel which was good. The gravy definitely makes it.

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                                              8. Val

                                                Las Vegas

                                                1 review

                                                5.0

                                                1 review

                                                Dined 6 days ago

                                                1. Overall 5
                                                2. Food 5
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                Octopus and cauliflower appetizers were amazing! Great recommendations from our bartender server.

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                                              9. Phil

                                                Vancouver

                                                3 reviews

                                                5.0

                                                3 reviews

                                                Dined on 19 November 2024

                                                1. Overall 5
                                                2. Food 5
                                                3. Service 4
                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                Cool spot. Scallops were excellent. Rigatoni was apparently also outstanding. Can’t go wrong eating here.

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                                              10. Kim

                                                Tampa

                                                22 reviews

                                                4.0

                                                22 reviews

                                                Dined on 18 November 2024

                                                1. Overall 4
                                                2. Food 5
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 4
                                                Food was very good and service great. A bit noisy. A bit pricey but knew that at beginning. Nice for a lunch

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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 3476 OpenTable diners.

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

                                              Make a booking

                                              2 people
                                              20:00
                                              Booked 55 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 Daily 09:00–21:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 09:00–16:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00–16:00 Happy Hour Mon–Thu 16:00–17:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri 17:00–22:00 Sat 17:30–22:00
                                              • 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
                                                Alex Hoaks
                                              • 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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