• The tropical climate of Florida makes it a top tourist destination.florida sky image by jimcox40 from Fotolia.com
  
  Treasure Island is a small city on the Gulf Coast of Florida near St. Petersburg. The city lies right on the waterfront and features miles of white sandy beaches that are characteristic of the west Florida shores. The area was inhabited by the Timucua Indians for over a thousand years before the 16th-century arrival of Spanish explorers. The name of the city refers to the fraudulent attempts to boost the value of its real estate at the beginning of the 20th century. Wooden chests were buried and then dug up in an effort to suggest that real treasures existed in the area. Today Treasure Island is a popular tourist destination that offers many beachside attractions, including cafes.
  
  

Gators Cafe and Saloon

• Gators Cafe and Saloon is located on the waterfront in Treasure Island not far from popular beaches. The facility serves food and drinks, has live entertainment, and is home to notable local events, including the Miss Gators on the Pass bikini contest. The restaurant claims to be the world's longest waterfront bar, with eight bars spanning throughout the facility. This allows Gators to serve the public while also holding private events for parties or corporate retreats. Guests may arrive by boat, if desired. Pool tables, a tiki deck, and a large outdoor tent with a sand floor are among the amenities at Gators Cafe and Saloon.
  
  Gators Cafe and Saloon
  12754 Kingfish Dr.
  Treasure Island, FL 33706
  727-367-8951
  gatorscafe.com
  
  

Sea Critters Cafe

• Sea Critters Cafe is located on the south side of St. Pete Beach just five minutes from Treasure Island. The waterfront cafe offers excellent views of the Gulf of Mexico while serving a variety of food. Catfish are often seen swimming around the restaurant's dock near the outdoor seating tables. Sea Critters serves hand-squeezed margaritas and other tropical cocktails. Steaks, seafood entrees, pasta, and more are featured on the menu. Guests may arrive by boat, and Sea Critters provides free docking. The restaurant has been featured in the New York Times and on ABC television's "Tampa Bay Taste Tour."
  
  Sea Critters Cafe
  2007 Pass-A-Grille Way
  St. Pete Beach, Florida 33706
  727-360-3706
  seacritterscafe.com
  
  

The Sea Porch Cafe

• The Sea Porch Cafe is a beachside cafe situated along the southern edge of Treasure Island. It is adjoined with the Loews Don CeSar Hotel. The restaurant serves Mediterranean and Caribbean dishes including Jamaican curry, chicken with mango sauce, fresh fish, ribs, and potatoes. The facility is decorated with a garden theme and features white wicker chairs and plush booths in a casual setting. Palm trees are planted throughout the restaurant. Indoor and outdoor seating is available and the cafe offers views of the Gulf. Tropical fruit is often served with meals.
  
  The Sea Porch Cafe
  3400 Gulf Blvd.
  St. Pete Beach, FL 33706
  727-360-1881
  loewshotels.com/en/Hotels/St-Pete-Beach-Resort/Dining/Overview.aspx