Beyond the Burg, Eat/Drink

Two of the best restaurants and bars on the beach reopen

March 31, 2025
• By Bob Carskadon

March 31, 2025
• By Bob Carskadon

As our beaches continue to recover from last fall’s storms, we’re thrilled to see two Pinellas County beach favorites opening their doors and welcoming guests back. The Helm Provisions and Coastal Fare (7736 Blind Pass Road) and Ricky T’s Bar & Grille (10601 Gulf Boulevard) both recently announced that they are officially back open for business.

The efforts for both to re-open in the wake of storm damage have been long and arduous, and both restaurants expressed joy and gratitude at welcoming guests back to their dining rooms, bar stools, and sun-filled spaces. Longtime Treasure Island favorite Ricky T’s officially opened on February 28 to great fanfare, while St. Pete Beach brunch star The Helm returned to service on February 21.

Here’s what to know about both of these beach favorites.

interior of a dining area with a nautical theme — Inside The Helm’s dining room | Photo via The Helm

The Helm on St. Pete Beach

The Helm has already become a star on St. Pete Beach. Its bright and airy retro digs showcase fresh seafood dishes, a decadent all-day brunch, and coastal-inspired cocktails. The lobster rolls are the star but don’t skip the raw bar or the indulgent chicken and waffles. Be sure to stay on the lookout for their upcoming new dinner service on weekends. See the menus here.

Hours: Brunch and lunch are served Tuesday through Friday from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Address: 7736 Blind Pass Road, St. Pete Beach

a crowd of people gather for the reopening of a beach restaurant — A huge crowd gathered for the official reopening of Ricky T’s on Treasure Island back in March

Ricky T’s on Treasure Island

Ricky T’s has it all, which is why they’ve been a favorite on Treasure Island for so long. With three different bars, amazing live and local music, and live sports on TV year-round, there’s something to love every time you visit. Plus, while they continue to work on repairs to the kitchen, they’re showcasing some of the area’s best food trucks every weekend. Be sure to follow them on Facebook for the latest updates and live music calendar.

Hours: Fridays, 4 p.m. – midnight; Saturday and Sunday, 12 p.m. – midnight, with live music starting at 5 p.m. daily.

Address: 10601 Gulf Boulevard, Treasure Island

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Bob Carskadon

Bob Carskadon is a writer with a background in journalism and an interest in the shared experiences of sports, food, drink, and art. Originally from Mississippi, he swapped catfish for grouper and now calls Florida home.