Caretta on the Gulf 500 Mandalay Avenue, Clearwater, FL 33767

"A must if in Clearwater, and especially while staying at the Sandpearl Resort. The service and food is top notch for breakfast, lunch and dinner. You can’t go wrong with anything on their menu. We’ve ate here multiple times, always happy and keep coming back. The steaks and seafood are amazing. The breakfast is what is pictured below. We did the crab cake Benedict, the steak and eggs, banana foster French toast and the buffet. The fresh squeezed orange juice is a must, along with the cheesy potatoes and freshly made waffles and omelets. The yogurt parfait is seriously the best I’ve ever had. I love their granola that is used, so delicious! Not to mention the GORGEOUS view surrounding you."

"All I can say is wow! The staff were friendly and knew the menu very well. Our waitress explained each dish we had questions on beautifully. The atmosphere is impeccable. The wine list was nice, not too long so it was easy to pick one. Free valet when eating at the restaurant. The food was some of the best food I’ve ever had. We ate the pork belly for a starter, the elk and NY strip. The pork belly melts in your mouth. Everything was so flavorful and complimented each other nicely. I would love love love to eat here again."

"I lucked out on our trip to Florida, that this place was available to have dinner for Christmas Day! They had a beautiful buffet and it was not just an average buffet. It had everything from three different types of oysters, lamb, just really prime, rib, short, ribs, pasta, sushi it was just amazing a beautiful thing and I had no idea this hotel is right on the beautiful white Sand Beach. I have never been to Clearwater, but I’ll tell you after having dinner and looking at the beautiful views we’ve made plans to come back for their oyster festival in October And I could not be more thrilled. The service was fabulous even though I realize they were absolutely jampacked with people for Christmas dinner. Lovely desserts couldn’t be better!"

"Incredible dining experience. Low lighting, delicious food and impeccable service. We were both able to find a cocktail that suited our tastes as well as a wine to compliment our dinner course."

"There wasn’t a host up front which is understandable for being a late (9pm) dinner reservation. I saw a few employees walk-by but was never asked if I needed anything. We sat outside with an elegant view of the hotel and the starry night. Our server made the dining experience remarkable. He was attentive, thoughtful and generous to make modifications on my dish. Amazing job to the chef / kitchen staff. From the first bite to last had the same texture and flavor. It is one of the best meals I’ve ever had. The bar area had a good crowd with gentleman singing and playing the guitar. Overall, it was perfect evening."