1200 Chophouse - St. Pete Beach

What a find! Have been vacationing at St Pete beach for 4 years now and finally have a great restaurant to enjoy. Service was great, food was excellent. Will be a staple for our visits here from now on.

When one thinks of dining on the Pinellas beaches, juicy steaks aren't often the first menu items that spring to mind in an area rich with grouper sandwiches, fried shrimp, burgers and conch fritters. Overlooking 1200° Chophouse on St. Pete Beach, however, would be a mistake. This small, carnivorous den of inequity is casually appointed with cowhide-print walls and utilitarian wooden chairs, tables and bar stools built to withstand the restaurant's heavy rotation of hungry locals and tourons. With seating available for only approximately 40-50 people at the bar, indoor and outdoor tables combined, go early or be prepared to wait as reservations are not accepted here.

Went on our 32 anniversary. Very small place, about 8 tables inside and 3 outside. Good wine list, exceptional steaks cooked perfectly to our specifications. With 4 glasses of wine, dinner rolls, salads, and steak and baked potatoes, the bill was $80.00. I certainly would return. Go early as there's no reservations.

Best mean of the trip... But. Best meal of the trip, however I was caught off guard when we got the bill for the porterhouse for two.... The menu is a bit deceiving unless you read carefully the price is $32.95 per person. They should be clear and just say it's $65.90. Our bill for my family of 3 was $114, and I thought I was only ordering two entrees. Nevertheless the steak was outstanding and I would definitely recommend! Worth every penny.

Great place. Excellent food. Started with the bacon wrapped diver scallops, followed by a fantastic salad and for the main course had an awesome veal chop. Suggest the Zucardi Malbec wine to compliment the meal. Very friendly staff and the atmosphere was upbeat with a nice vibe.