It's almost time to start grubbing on fresh seafood in between sips of reimagined boat drinks in St. Petersburg's Grand Central District.
Last week, Trophy Fish, the fish-forward restaurant with nautical-inspired and island cocktails from three St. Pete locals and partners of the celebrated Mandarin Hide cocktail bar— Ryan Griffin, his father Bill Griffin and Blake Thompson — unveiled its opening date as June 1.
"You all have been patient long enough…" begins the announcement above, which was posted to Trophy Fish's Facebook page on Thursday.
Yes. Yes, we have.
Diners can look forward to eating outdoors among "bait shop chic" decor. Plus, a rotating menu of simply prepared fish that changes daily, depending on what's reeled in for the casual Grand Central newcomer — where The Mandarin Hide's Erin Lee serves as managing director and head chef Andy Hobbs spearheads the kitchen.
Oh, and patrons should also know that Trophy Fish's gulf-caught haul is up for grabs on a first-come, first-served basis. The limited availability of its fish also means reservations won't be a thing. Get there early.
This article appears in May 10-17, 2018.