The Tides Market

Nine Inspectors’ Favorites in Florida in 2025

"Located north of St. Pete in the charming town of Safety Harbor and not to be skipped, this spot from husband-and-wife team Jon and Mary Kate Walker is part bustling market and part full-service restaurant, and as the name and location suggest, it is all about seafood. From sourcing to execution, great care is taken at every step. The large menu showcases a Southern edge, with items like fried green tomatoes and pimento cheese appearing throughout. A meal might begin with oysters Bienville—broiled oysters topped with buttered breadcrumbs, house andouille, shrimp, and parmesan—before moving on to a Po’boy; while shrimp and classic oyster versions are available, one stuffed with fried grouper bites is singled out as a particularly worthy order." - Nancy DePalma