Taverna On The Bay Menu (Update 2025)

Welcome to Taverna On The Bay, a Mediterranean gem nestled on the stunning shores of St. Pete Beach, Florida. This restaurant offers a delightful array of dishes, perfect for both casual dining and special occasions. Guests rave about the Hot Peel & Eat Shrimp and Chicken Parmesan, both bursting with flavor. The Chilean Sea Bass is a standout, offering a melt-in-your-mouth experience that epitomizes luxury. For those who enjoy appetizers, the Charcuterie Board presents a vibrant selection of meats and cheeses that beautifully complements any drink. Speaking of drinks, the creative cocktails like the Coconut Cosmo and the enticing Aperol Spritz add a fun twist to your dining experience. With exceptional service and a captivating waterfront view, Taverna On The Bay isn’t just a meal; it’s a culinary escape that caters to every palate. Don’t miss their famous happy hour for a perfect start to any evening!

Beer List

Budweiser

$0.00

Bud Light

$0.00

Miller Lite

$0.00

Coors Light

$0.00

Michelob Ultra

$0.00

Blue Moon

$0.00

Amberbock

$0.00

Yuengling

$0.00

Corona Extra

$0.00

Corona Light

$0.00

Modelo

Heineken

$0.00

Stella Artois

$0.00

Mythos Lager

$0.00

Heineken 0.0%

$0.00

Seafood Pescatore

Enjoy an oceanic delight with colossal shrimp, scallops, calamari, black New England mussels, and littleneck clams. A seafood feast combining the finest ocean treasures for your dining pleasure.

$45.00

Fettuccine Alfredo

Our wide fettuccine pasta is generously coated in a velvety Alfredo sauce that's savory, rich and satisfying • Add Chicken 6.00 Shrimp 10.00

$18.00

Angel Hair Marinara

Delicate angel hair pasta Served with a tangy marinara sauce • Add Shrimp 10.00 Scallops 12.00

$16.00

Baby Clam Linguine

Try our baby clam linguine, with tender baby clams in White Wine or Red Sauce. A culinary masterpiece that will transport your senses to Italy with every bite.

$28.00

Ziti Casserole

Experience Italian comfort with our ziti casserole. Ziti pasta mixed with creamy ricotta, mozzarella cheese, and marinara sauce, all baked to perfection.

$24.00

Lobster Mac & Cheese

Our Lobster Mac & Cheese features lobster claw meat and buttery breadcrumbs, elevating classic mac and cheese to new heights of luxury and flavor.

$36.00

Build Your Own Pasta Dish

Choice of pasta: Angel Hair Rigatoni Penne Linguine • Bolognese Sauce 10 Vodka Sauce Puttanesca • Add Chicken 6.00 Shrimp 10.00

$18.00

Chicken Parmesan

Delight in the Italian comfort classic of our Chicken Parmesan. Tender chicken cutlets, breaded to a golden crisp, topped with savory marinara sauce and melted mozzarella cheese.

$28.00

Chicken Piccata

Marinated tender chicken cutlets, sautéed to perfection, and dressed with a rich and tangy lemon-caper sauce. It's a classic Italian dish that bursts with flavor.

$28.00

Greek Stuffed Chicken

Savor the flavors of Greece with our Greek stuffed chicken. Juicy chicken breasts are filled with a delightful blend of tomatoes, olives, and feta cheese, and baked until golden brown.

$28.00

Chicken Francaise

Marinated tender chicken cutlets, sautéed to perfection, and dressed with a rich and tangy lemon-butter sauce. It's a classic Italian dish that bursts with flavor.

$28.00

Caprese Grilled Chicken

Tender chicken breast grilled to perfection, topped with fresh tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, fragrant basil, fresh garlic, red onions, and a balsamic glaze drizzle.

$28.00

Chicken Marsala

Tender chicken cutlet in a rich Marsala wine sauce, served with your choice of Pasta or Potatoes. The sweetness of Marsala wine complements the earthiness of mushrooms and savory chicken.

$28.00

Grilled Chicken & Rice

Enjoy our marinated grilled chicken breast, served with fragrant rice pilaf and fresh vegetables - a wholesome and flavorful dish that embodies balanced cuisine.

$25.00

Veal Marsala

Two 4 oz veal cutlets in Marsala wine sauce with Pasta or Potatoes. Savory veal, earthy mushrooms, and sweet wine.

$34.00

Veal Piccata

Marinated two tender 4 oz veal cutlets, sautéed to perfection, and dressed with a rich, tangy lemon-caper sauce. It's a classic Italian dish that bursts with flavor.

$34.00

Veal Parmesan

Two 4-oz. veal cutlets breaded to a golden crisp, topped with savory marinara sauce, and melted mozzarella cheese

$34.00

French Fries

$6.00

Fresh Vegetables

$6.00

Kalamata Olives

$6.00

Roasted Red Potatoes

$6.00

Asparagus

$8.00

Feta Cheese

$6.00

Garlic Mashed Potatoes

$6.00

Sautéed Spinach

$8.00

Mac & Cheese

$6.00

Baked Potato

$6.00

Grilled Cheese

Served with hand-cut fries.

$10.00

Hot Dog

Served with hand-cut fries.

$10.00

Spaghetti With Tomato Sauce

$10.00

Kids Alfredo

$10.00

Chicken Fingers

Served with hand-cut fries.

$10.00

Molten Chocolate Lava Cake

With vanilla ice cream.

$12.00

Rice Pudding

A luscious and velvety dessert made with tender rice grains simmered perfectly in a rich, sweetened milk mixture.

$6.00

Cheesecake

A creamy dessert with a buttery graham cracker crust, fresh strawberries, and whipped cream.

$9.00

Palacinke

Eastern European crepes are expertly crafted and filled with a delightful combination of fresh bananas, succulent strawberries, and rich Nutella. Thin crepes filled with luscious flavors satisfy sweet cravings.

$14.00

Baklava

Layers of flaky phyllo pastry, generously filled with a mixture of chopped nuts and sweetened with aromatic honey syrup.

$8.00

Crème Brûlée

A silky-smooth custard delicately infused with vanilla and topped with a perfectly caramelized sugar crust.

$10.00

Crab Stuffed Mushrooms

Lump crab meat nestled within tender mushroom caps. A perfect harmony of earthy richness and seafood splendor, baked to perfection.

$18.00

Baked Feta Bites

Savory crescent roll bites stuffed with feta cheese and marinara sauce.

$15.00

Zucchini Chips

Coated with olive oil, spices, and parmesan, then baked to crispy perfection.

$10.00

Calamari

A delicious mix of tender calamari and crispy tentacles, fried to perfection. Each bite offers a delightful contrast in texture and a burst of oceanic flavor, perfectly complemented by marinara sauce.

$17.00

Baked Scallops

Three fresh colossal U10 baked scallops are coated in a lemon-garlic panko topping after being sautéed in butter.

$24.00

Mussels

Savor the ocean's bounty with our 1 lb serving of Black New Zealand Mussels, gracefully adorned in marinara sauce.

$20.00

Clams

Savor the ocean's bounty with our 1 lb. serving of littleneck clams, served in a luscious white wine sauce.

$19.00

Crab Cakes

Try our in-house crab cakes made with generous portions of lump crab meat. Each cake is pan- seared to perfection and consists of two 3-oz. servings. It's seafood perfection.

$0.00

Pretzel

Enjoy our freshly baked, generously salted pretzel, served with Whole-Grain Mustard or Beer Cheese Sauce.

$10.00

Wings

Chicken wings coated in BBQ, Mild, or Hot sauce. Cooked to crispy perfection.

$15.00

Shrimp Tacos

Indulge in two delicious Shrimp Tacos, with perfectly spiced shrimp nestled in warm flour tortillas and topped with pico de gallo, lettuce, cheddar cheese and chipotle sauce.

$16.00

Bruschetta

Golden toast with fresh tomatoes, basil, garlic, and a touch of olive oil. Simply irresistible.

$12.00

Nachos

Guacamole, pico de gallo, shredded lettuce, shredded cheese, grilled corn, pinto beans, black olives, and pickled red onions • Chicken 6.00 Shrimp 8.00 Ground Beef 6.00

$18.00

Grilled Cabbage

Charred to perfection and drizzled with balsamic. It is simply irresistible. A harmonious blend of flavors that elevates any meal.

$10.00

Grilled Octopus

Tender octopus marinated in Mediterranean herbs, grilled to perfection, and drizzled with fresh lemon juice, olive oil, and sea salt.

$26.00

Saganaki

Creamy Greek cheese, seared to a golden crisp, and flambéed tableside. Served with fresh lemon wedges and pita bread for a taste of Greece. Opa!

$18.00

Bang Bang Cauliflower

Spicy and sweet. It's bite-sized pieces of cauliflower breaded and baked until golden and tossed in a homemade bang bang sauce.

$14.00

Mozzarella Luna

These crescents have a crispy breaded exterior and a melted cheese interior, served with a tangy marinara sauce for dipping.

$14.00

Coconut Shrimp

Enjoy our Colossal Coconut Shrimp - six crispy shrimp infused with coconut and served with a tangy dipping sauce.

$18.00

Spinach Pies

Spinach, feta cheese, and herbs create a crispy and flavorful Mediterranean delight.

$15.00

Potato Skins

Enjoy crispy potato skins topped with melted cheddar cheese, bacon bits, and a dollop of sour cream.

$10.00

Jalapeno Poppers

Jalapeno peppers are stuffed with creamy cheese and breaded to a golden crisp, making our jalapeno poppers an irresistible treat.

$10.00

Charcuterie Board

Experience a vibrant medley of seasonal fruits, nuts, cheeses, and expertly-cured meats with fig jam on our artisanal charcuterie board.

$30.00

Tzatziki

$6.00

Ajvar

Red bell peppers & eggplant.

$6.00

Skordalia

Potato, fresh garlic, and olive oil.

$6.00

Spinach Artichoke

$6.00

Kajmak

Balkan-style cream spread.

$6.00

Hummus

$6.00

Soup Of The Day

$0.00

Greek Salad

Delightful spring mix greens, ripe tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese.

$15.00

Octopus Salad

This cold octopus salad is the perfect coastal comfort food. It features tender octopus, potatoes, and green beans, all tossed in a delightful combination of fresh garlic, parsley, olive oil, salt, and pepper.

$26.00

Shopska Salad

A colorful combination of crispy cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, red onions, and creamy feta cheese drizzled with vinegar.

$15.00

Taverna House Salad

A vibrant blend of mixed spring greens, ripe tomatoes, crisp red onions, and refreshing cucumber, all awaiting your choice of dressing.

$15.00

Caesar Salad

Fresh romaine lettuce is tossed in a creamy Caesar dressing, topped with crunchy croutons and a generous dusting of grated parmesan cheese • Add Chicken 6.00 Salmon 8.00 Shrimp 8.00 Grouper 12.00

$12.00

Seared Ahi Tuna & Arugula Pear Salad

Feast your senses on the delightful combination of our seared ahi tuna and arugula pear salad. The fresh ahi tuna is seared to perfection and served with a bed of arugula and thinly sliced, delicate pear pieces. This refreshing salad is a vibrant celebration of the pristine freshness of the tuna.

$26.00

Shucked Oysters

Half Dozen 14.00 Dozen 25.00

$14.00

Steamed Oysters

Half Dozen 14.00 Dozen 25.00

$14.00

Beer Battered Fish & Chips

Lightly battered flaky cod Served with French fries, coleslaw, and tartar sauce.

$23.00

Cheesy Shrimp & Grits

Savor the creamy comfort of our six colossal cheesy shrimp and Grits. Plump shrimp nestled in cheesy grits bring warmth to every bite.

$28.00

Cold Peel & Eat Shrimp

With Old Bay seasoning.

$26.00

Hot Peel & Eat Shrimp

$26.00

Sheet Pan Shrimp Boil

Our Sheet Pan Shrimp Boil features 10 colossal sized shrimp, tender potatoes, and sweet corn roasted to perfection in one pan, combining the best of land and sea. The meal does not come with vegetables, soup or salad.

$32.00

Taverna Lobster Roll

Experience the taste of luxury with our Taverna Lobster Roll. Succulent lobster claw meat, butter and lemon zest are expertly crafted into a delightful roll. Cold or Warm.

$36.00

Bowl

All bowls start at 14.00 • Chicken 6.00 Shrimp 10.00 Salmon 10.00 Grouper MP Tuna 10.00 Scallops 12.00 Mahi-Mahi 9.00

$14.00

Greek Platter

Our Greek platter features rice, tender chicken, succulent pork, and flavorful gyro. It's a hearty and satisfying meal that captures the essence of Greek cuisine in every bite.

$27.00

Gyro

Our gyro is stuffed with red onions, juicy tomatoes, fries, and your choice of tender Chicken, Gyro or Pork, and pita bread.

$18.00

Spanakopita

Made with delicate phyllo pastry, our Spanakopita is generously filled with a savory mixture of spinach, fata chasse, and aromatic herbs. Baked to golden perfection, it's a Mediterranean flaky biss.

$18.00

Souvlaki

Experience Greek grilled perfection with either tender marinated Pork or Chicken. Succulent pieces of meat, skewered and grilled to perfection, capture Greece's vibrant flavors in every flavorful bire.

$20.00

Burek

Eastern European delight of our burek. Flaky layers of pastry filled with a flavorful cheese filling, all baked to golden perfection.

$15.00

Cevapi

Balkan Sausage Balkan grilled perfection of our Cevapi. Small, flavorful sausages are crafted with a blend of ground beef and pork, expertly seasoned with fresh garlic, and served with kajmak, a creamy dairy condiment with a rich and slightly tangy taste. Ajvar, a savory spread made from roasted red peppers and eggplant, offers a smoky and vibrant flavor profile.

$26.00

Tuscan Butter Shrimp

Savor six of our colossal Tuscan Butter Shrimp, plump and perfectly sautéed, in a creamy sauce enriched with spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and Parmesan. It's a symphony of flavors that transports your taste buds to Tuscany.

$28.00

Garlic Parmesan Flounder

Delight in fresh flounder fillets, baked with a rich garlic and Parmesan crust, and served with a medley of mixed vegetables in a zesty lemony Mediterranean sauce. Each bite bursts with flavor.

$29.00

Garlic Lemon Mahi - Mahi

Perfectly cooked mahi-mahi, infused with the bold flavors of garlic and lemon, promises a taste sensation that's simply irresistible.

$27.00

Tuscany Butter Salmon

Savor our Tuscany Butter Salmon, tender salmon fillets expertly pan-seared to perfection and bathed in a creamy sauce enriched with spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and Parmesan. It's a symphony of flavors that transports your taste buds to Tuscany.

$36.00

Grouper Francaise

Enjoy the Gulf's finest with our Gulf Grouper Francaise. Delicate grouper, sourced from the Gulf, is cooked to perfection in a Francaise- style, resulting in a delectable and regionally authentic culinary masterpiece.

$0.00

Fresh Gulf Grouper

Savor the pure sea essence with our Gulf-sourced grouper, a 6-8 oz. fillet expertly prepared to deliver the true taste of the ocean to your plate.

$0.00

Chilean Sea Bass

Experience oceanic luxury with our Chilean sea bass - an exquisite 6-8 oz. fillet meticulously cooked to deliver a tender, flaky texture that melts in your mouth, defining the pinnacle of indulgence.

$0.00

Scallops

Savor our colossal scallops, cooked to perfection to bring out natural tenderness. A true delight for seafood enthusiasts.

$36.00

Ahi Tuna

Experience the seared ocean delight of our ahi tuna. Thick, ruby-red tuna steaks are expertly seared to perfection to capture the essence of the sea.

$34.00

Scottish Organic Salmon

Savor the pure sea flavor of our 6-8 oz. Scottish organic salmon, raised meticulously in Scotland's pristine waters. Each fillet is expertly prepared to offer a rich, buttery texture.

$34.00

Shrimp

Experience the succulent and flavorful taste of six colossal shrimp, a true testament to the grandeur of the sea.

$27.00

Tomahawk Steak

Experience prime grilled excellence with our French-trimmed 32 oz tomahawk steak, a thick, bone-in ribeye expertly grilled to succulent and flavorful perfection.

$0.00

Filet Mignon

Savor the mouthwatering sophistication of our angus 8 oz filet mignon - a tender and flavorful cut, expertly seasoned and grilled to perfection.

$49.00

T - Bone

Embrace the flavorful essence of our 14 oz angus T-bone steak, where tender cuts meet the vibrant sauté of onions and the aromatic embrace of fresh garlic.

$42.00

Pork Chops

Try our 12 oz 2-bone pork chop. It's seared and marinated to perfection for a delicious and tender experience.

$30.00

Baby Lamb Chops

Succulent lamb chops, expertly seasoned with Greek-inspired spices and enhanced with the richness of white wine, butter, and fresh sliced garlic. It's a culinary masterpiece that transports your taste buds to the heart of the Mediterranean.

$49.00

Classic Cheeseburger

Our burger is made with an 8 oz premium Angus beef patty, Cheddar or American Cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, all on a toasted bun.

$17.00

Beach Burger

Our burger is made with an 8 oz premium angus beef patty cooked perfectly and topped with Monterey jack cheese, avocado, lettuce, tomato, and onion. Served on a brioche bun.

$19.00

Florida Burger

Our Florida burger is made with an 8 oz angus beef patty cooked to perfection, topped with melted cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, barbecue sauce, red onions, lettuce, tomatoes, and pickles. Served on a brioche bun.

$20.00

Greek Burger

Our Mediterranean delight, the Greek burger! Made with an 8 oz angus patty on a toasted brioche bun, topped with lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, feta cheese, and Kalamata olives.

$18.00

Dinner Menu

Cocktails

House Martini

Always a staple... Let us know if you like it dirty or dry. Blue cheese olives just add to the fun.

$12.00

Chocolate Martini

Why not drink your dessert? White or dark chocolate, they are both delicious.

$15.00

Appletini

It's old school but always a refreshing apple twist to your martini.

$13.00

Lemon Drop Martini

We use citrus vodka with fresh lemon and sugar. Want a sugared rim? Just ask and we will sweeten the deal for you.

$13.00

Coconut Cosmo

Our tropical twist to the traditional cosmo uses coconut rum to bring you a taste of the Islands in a martini glass.

$13.00

Huckleberry Cosmo

Our familiar cosmo cocktail with a fun huckleberry twist.

$15.00

Espresso Martini

Made with real espresso, this cocktail will help you liven your day.

$13.00

Elderflower Power

Made with St. Germaine... We combine the taste of Elderflower with the power of prosecco and fresh mint. The combination is light and refreshing.

$11.00

Aperol Spritz

Aperol and prosecco bring this classic to life.

$8.00

Sangria

Available by the glass. We create each sangria individually. Red or white.

$12.00

Old Fashioned

$12.00

Manhattan

$12.00

Gimlet

$9.00

Mojito

$13.00

Taverna Margarita

$12.00

Bloody Mary

$9.00

Moscow Mule

$9.00

Mai Tai

White rum, triple sec, fresh lime, pineapple juice. Floated with dark rum.

$13.00

Hurricane

White rum, banana liqueur, black raspberry liqueur, 151 rum, pineapple juice, mango puree, orange juice, grenadine and finished with a float of 151 rum.

$15.00

Sex On The Bay

Vodka, peach schnapps, pineapple juice & grenadine. Served martini style.

$13.00

Rum Runner

White rum, banana liqueur, black raspberry liqueur, 151 rum, pineapple juice, grenadine, finished with a float of 151.

$15.00

Piña Colada On The Rocks

Coconut rum, splash of piña colada, pineapple juice, dark rum float to finish it off nicely.

$10.00

Grayhound

Vodka, grapefruit juice.

$9.00

Sea Breeze

Vodka, grapefruit juice, cranberry juice.

$6.00

Bay Breeze

Vodka, pineapple juice, cranberry juice.

$6.00

Salty Dog

Vodka, grapefruit juice, salted rim.

$6.00

Taverna Paloma

Tequila, grapefruit juice, club soda, fresh lime, simple syrup, salted rim.

$9.00

Kendall Jackson

California Hints of toasted oak & butter, perfect for any occasion.

$18.00

Sonoma Cutrer

California Aromas of fruit & caramel, medium body and vibrant acidity.

$20.00

Chalk Hill

Sonoma, California Tropical fruit, melon, vanilla aromas & flavors of pear, apple, citrus.

$16.00

Retsina

Old world Greek wine.

$8.00

Bollini

Trentino, Italy Delicate with fresh acidity and scents of acacia & pear.

$10.00

Santa Margherita

Alto Adige, Italy Clean, refreshing, and perfectly dry.

$17.00

Chateau Ste Michelle

Washington Sophisticated with a rich fruit character and crisp finish.

$12.00

Kim Crawford

New Zealand Classic Marlborough with citrus, tropical & crushed herbs.

$16.00

Echo Bay

New Zealand, S. Island

$13.00

Vinho Verde

Portugal Light effervescence.

$8.00

Terra D'Oro

California Fragrance of orange blossom, peaches & a hint of honey.

$15.00

Whispering Angel

France, Chateau D'Eclans, Provence Perfectly dry with a smooth finish.

$18.00

Prosecco

$10.00

Mimosa

Orange Pineapple Mango Cranberry

$12.00

White Wine

Red Wine

Bonanza

California Silky with a long finish of berries, vanilla & cassis.

$20.00

Beringer Bros, Bourbon Barrel

Napa Bursting with blackberry, dark chocolate & toasted hazelnuts.

$11.00

Hess Select

California Hints of toasted oak & butter, perfect for any occasion.

$15.00

Lohr

California, Paso Robles Old school cabernet with fine-grained tannins & balanced acidity.

$11.00

Banfi Chianti Classico Reserve

Aromas of cherries & plums, good acidity and lingering finish.

$15.00

Montepulciano

East Central Italy Boast dark cherry & brambly berry notes.

$10.00

Meiomi

Sonoma, California Aged 6 months in oak barrels, silky texture & balanced acidity.

$19.00

Decoy

Sonoma, California Rustic appeal with ripe berry flavors, scents of wild strawberry & sage.

$18.00

Erath

Oregon Decadent aromas of boysenberry & cherry, delicate andq playful.

$15.00

Car Lazar (King Lazar)

Semi dry red wine.

$10.00

Plantaze Vranac

Intense ruby, berry aromas, balanced acidity, fruity-spicy aftertaste.

$10.00

Chardonnay

$8.00

Pinot Grigio

$8.00

Cabernet Sauvignon

$8.00

Merlot

$8.00

White Zinfandel

$8.00

House Wines

Seltzers

NÜTRL

$5.00

White Claw

$5.00

Soft Drink

$3.50

Coffee

$3.00

Hot Tea

$3.00

Orange Juice

$6.00

Grapefruit

$6.00

Cranberry

$5.00

Pineapple

$5.00

Bottled Water

$3.00

Perrier

$5.00

Pellegrino

$12.00

Drinks

Early Dinner Specials

Chicken Piccata

*Choice of 1 side.

$18.00

Chicken Marsala

*Choice of 1 side.

$18.00

Chicken Parmesan

*Choice of 1 side.

$18.00

Veal Picatta

*Choice of 1 side.

$20.00

Veal Marsala

*Choice of 1 side.

$20.00

Veal Parmesan

*Choice of 1 side.

$20.00

Scottish Organic Salmon

*Choice of 1 side.

$22.00

Ziti Casserole

$12.00

Fettuccine Alfredo

$10.00