Here’s a first look at the new pier. It opens tomorrow, but there a few things you need to know first. You will need to make an online reservation and yes, masks are required if you’re not outside. But they still would like to see masks either way. Check out this video for a peek. Even Jimmy Buffett seems pretty excited to visit.
#GenoAteTampa: Geno’s favorite spots to eat in St. Pete
Engine No. 9
ShareThey're a bit pricey. You'll pay about $20 for a burger, tots and a Coke. But their burgers are creative and top notch. The goat cheese burger is my usual.
Big Stein’s Deli
ShareThis monstrosity you see in the photo is the "Park Avenue" triple decker. Roast beef, turkey, Swiss cheese, cole slaw pilled high with Russian dressing.
Mazzaros
ShareIt gets no better than Mazzaros. The Hot Italian #20 sandwich is my must get. But they have fresh pasta, pastries, wines, cheeses and it's the only place you can find the blueberry soda from Maine I love.
Fresh Kitchen
ShareIt's on 4th not far from the radio station. It's a healthier choice and I'm not known for healthy eating so you know it's good. Only strike against this place is the portion size is kind of small. But it's one of those places most go to eat healthy. I'm 6'4 and about 300 pounds so I'm probably not their usual customer.
Italia Mia
ShareTheir chicken parmesan is probably my favorite in all of Tampa Bay. It's so good that I probably visited 2 or 3 dozen times before I finally tried their pizza, which is fantastic too. But stick the NY style. The Sicilian pizza wasn't so great.
Tropicana Field
ShareI know it sounds crazy but seriously this Short Rib Grilled Cheese Sandwich they served at Rays game could be the answer to the attendance problem.
Red Mesa
ShareThey usually serve a steak burrito for lunch that'll be your last meal of the day. Don't think you can go wrong with anything on the menu here though.
Metro Diner
ShareOK, I said I'm not a chain restaurant fan. However, the cinnamon roll pancakes are epic.
Rays train this weekend in St. Pete
Tampa Bay Rays Summer Workouts
ShareST PETERSBURG, FLORIDA - JULY 03: A general view of Tropicana Field during their Summer Workout on July 03, 2020 in St Petersburg, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
Tampa Bay Rays Summer Workouts
ShareST PETERSBURG, FLORIDA - JULY 03: Yoshitomo Tsutsugo #25 of the Tampa Bay Rays works out during their Summer Workout at Tropicana Field on July 03, 2020 in St Petersburg, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
Tampa Bay Rays Summer Workouts
ShareST PETERSBURG, FLORIDA - JULY 03: Yoshitomo Tsutsugo #25 of the Tampa Bay Rays works out during their Summer Workout at Tropicana Field on July 03, 2020 in St Petersburg, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
Tampa Bay Rays Summer Workouts
ShareST PETERSBURG, FLORIDA - JULY 03: Nate Lowe #35 of the Tampa Bay Rays works out during their Summer Workout at Tropicana Field on July 03, 2020 in St Petersburg, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
Tampa Bay Rays Summer Workouts
ShareST PETERSBURG, FLORIDA - JULY 03: Mike Brosseau #35 of the Tampa Bay Rays works out during their Summer Workout at Tropicana Field on July 03, 2020 in St Petersburg, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
Tampa Bay Rays Summer Workouts
ShareST PETERSBURG, FLORIDA - JULY 03: Blake Snell #4 of the Tampa Bay Rays works out during their Summer Workout at Tropicana Field on July 03, 2020 in St Petersburg, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
Tampa Bay Rays Summer Workouts
ShareST PETERSBURG, FLORIDA - JULY 03: Nick Anderson #70 of the Tampa Bay Rays works out during their Summer Workout at Tropicana Field on July 03, 2020 in St Petersburg, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
Tampa Bay Rays Summer Workouts
ShareST PETERSBURG, FLORIDA - JULY 03: A general view of Tropicana Field during their Summer Workout on July 03, 2020 in St Petersburg, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
Tampa Bay Rays Summer Workouts
ShareST PETERSBURG, FLORIDA - JULY 03: Hunter Renfroe #11 of the Tampa Bay Rays works out during their Summer Workout at Tropicana Field on July 03, 2020 in St Petersburg, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
Tampa Bay Rays Summer Workouts
ShareST PETERSBURG, FLORIDA - JULY 03: Blake Snell #4 of the Tampa Bay Rays works out during their Summer Workout at Tropicana Field on July 03, 2020 in St Petersburg, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
Tampa Bay Rays Summer Workouts
ShareST PETERSBURG, FLORIDA - JULY 03: A member of the grounds crew rakes the field during their Summer Workout at Tropicana Field on July 03, 2020 in St Petersburg, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
Tampa Bay Rays Summer Workouts
ShareST PETERSBURG, FLORIDA - JULY 03: Yoshitomo Tsutsugo #25 of the Tampa Bay Rays works out during their Summer Workout at Tropicana Field on July 03, 2020 in St Petersburg, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
Tampa Bay Rays Summer Workouts
ShareST PETERSBURG, FLORIDA - JULY 03: Austin Meadows #17 of the Tampa Bay Rays works out during their Summer Workout at Tropicana Field on July 03, 2020 in St Petersburg, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
Tampa Bay Rays Summer Workouts
ShareST PETERSBURG, FLORIDA - JULY 03: Yoshitomo Tsutsugo #25 of the Tampa Bay Rays works out during their Summer Workout at Tropicana Field on July 03, 2020 in St Petersburg, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
Tampa Bay Rays Summer Workouts
ShareST PETERSBURG, FLORIDA - JULY 03: Yandy Diaz #2 of the Tampa Bay Rays works out during their Summer Workout at Tropicana Field on July 03, 2020 in St Petersburg, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
Tampa Bay Rays Summer Workouts
ShareST PETERSBURG, FLORIDA - JULY 03: Yoshitomo Tsutsugo #25 of the Tampa Bay Rays works out during their Summer Workout at Tropicana Field on July 03, 2020 in St Petersburg, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
Tampa Bay Rays Summer Workouts
ShareST PETERSBURG, FLORIDA - JULY 03: A general view of Tropicana Field during their Summer Workout on July 03, 2020 in St Petersburg, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
Tampa Bay Rays Summer Workouts
ShareST PETERSBURG, FLORIDA - JULY 03: Manager Kevin Cash #16 of the Tampa Bay Rays works out during their Summer Workout at Tropicana Field on July 03, 2020 in St Petersburg, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
Tampa Bay Rays Summer Workouts
ShareST PETERSBURG, FLORIDA - JULY 03: Ji-Man Choi #26 of the Tampa Bay Rays works out during their Summer Workout at Tropicana Field on July 03, 2020 in St Petersburg, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
Tampa Bay Rays Summer Workouts
ShareST PETERSBURG, FLORIDA - JULY 03: Brandon Lowe #8 of the Tampa Bay Rays works out during their Summer Workout at Tropicana Field on July 03, 2020 in St Petersburg, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
Tampa Bay Rays Summer Workouts
ShareST PETERSBURG, FLORIDA - JULY 03: A member of the Tampa Bay Rays looks on during their Summer Workout at Tropicana Field on July 03, 2020 in St Petersburg, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
Tampa Bay Rays Summer Workouts
ShareST PETERSBURG, FLORIDA - JULY 03: Blake Snell #4 of the Tampa Bay Rays works out during their Summer Workout at Tropicana Field on July 03, 2020 in St Petersburg, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
Tampa Bay Rays Summer Workouts
ShareST PETERSBURG, FLORIDA - JULY 03: Austin Meadows #17 of the Tampa Bay Rays works out during their Summer Workout at Tropicana Field on July 03, 2020 in St Petersburg, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
Tampa Bay Rays Summer Workouts
ShareST PETERSBURG, FLORIDA - JULY 03: Blake Snell #4 of the Tampa Bay Rays works out during their Summer Workout at Tropicana Field on July 03, 2020 in St Petersburg, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)