The Downtown Clearwater district has undergone significant improvements in the past decade, and is still growing thanks to the proactive efforts of the city and the community to improve the area. There are many hidden treasures to discover, with more on the way. Here are some of the culinary treasures you don't want to miss, plus a few more just outside the downtown area that deserve a mention.
ANGIE'S 725 Cleveland Street, 727-461-2880. A Downtown Clearwater staple since the '70s. Serving breakfast all day and a hearty lunch selection, Angie's is a cut above the average standard diner fare.
CAFE MILANO 105 N. Ft. Harrison Avenue, 727-444-4504, bestcafemilano.com. Mouthwatering, authentic Italian pizza made fresh to order with ingredients imported from Italy. Delizioso!
CAFE SUPREME 801 Cleveland Street, 727-724-4107, cafesupreme.ca. The Canadian chain has finally set up shop down South. The cafe offers light breakfasts and lunches and a wide variety of coffees and teas. The bright open atmosphere, outdoor seating and light, satisfying menu make this a great lunch destination.
CAFE 421 421 Cleveland Street, 727-442-8680, cafe421.com. One of Downtown's newest additions. Open five days until 3 p.m., Cafe 421 has quickly – and deservedly – become one of the hottest and busiest lunch counters in town. Their hearty burgers, hot-dogs and sandwiches, along with breakfast options, keep 'em coming back for more.
CALIYOGURT 519 Cleveland Street, 727-442-2254, caliyogurt.biz. Caliyogurt offers Pinkberry-esque low fat frozen yogurt, smoothies and a wide selection of teas.
This article appears in Oct 28 – Nov 3, 2010.