The Library - inspired by the George Peabody Library

This was my first time visiting The Library, and I have to say, I really enjoyed the concept. The atmosphere strikes the perfect balance between relaxing and refined, with a clean, aesthetic design that immediately stands out. I came to meet a friend who thought this spot would be right up my alley—and she was absolutely right. We grabbed seats at the bar and were taken care of by Ryan, who provided great service from start to finish. We arrived just after lunch ended and ordered from the happy hour menu, which was great. The food was delicious, the dessert was a sweet highlight, and the mixed cocktail tied everything together perfectly. If you’re visiting St. Pete, The Library is definitely worth adding to your list—a great place to unwind, enjoy good food, and soak in a stylish, laid-back vibe.

This is one of my favorite places for brunch. The food is always great and the portions are big enough for sharing! If you’re a fan of grits, the smoked Gouda grits are delicious. And the warm burrata dish was spectacular - you’ll be craving it for days afterward. The spicy Bloody Mary definitely has a bite but it’s worth it. The atmosphere is as awesome as the food. And though it looks like an actual library, it’s a great time and no one will shush you if you’re enjoying yourself.

I was there this weekend, I invited my sister and my boyfriend as I've been there a few times and the food and service is always excellent. This weekend I was dissatisfied and disappointed with my server. She did not check on us, we placed the order with the manager since she was too busy flirting with the customer at the bar, did not offer refills disbite empty glasses. I noticed the table beside me whom she was also attending feel dissatisfied with the service as well. I expressed my experience with the manager and she was very kind and understanding about the whole situation and I appreciate the manager (Kate) for being a great example. I drove from Tampa because i know the service and the atmosphere and I was excited to share that with my loved ones. Other than that the food was excellent I highly recommend the Warm Buratta and the Clementine cake. And an easy shareable is the breakfast pizza.

I love this restaurant. It was one of kind of my dream to have the meal and drink in the library. Everything looks so beautiful. I love their concept of the name for the cocktail. I had the Inferno and it is very delicious. Their menu looks excellent. I had bread and butter which it is rich in flavors. I love my Salmon dish. It was just perfect size and it is very delicious. I would love to come back to try their brunch when I am back in town in the future. Don't miss this out.

Afternoon lunch 😋 I ordered a Mocktail, the Library Classic, and a Shareable Smoked Salmon Dip! I was quite satisfied. 😌 We plan to return often to order everything on the menu. I love the setting because I'm a book-fan 📚 📖 nice location to wind down and have meetings. They bring the bill inside of a book love 😍

Aurora was a fantastic server and was very knowledgeable about the menu when we were having trouble making a decision on what to eat for dinner! She made sure our drinks were filled always, checked in on us and made sure we felt like family. One of the best experiences I’ve ever had at a restaurant in my yearsss of trying new places. Such a cute little place with amazing service and the best food and drinks.

We came here for my dad’s birthday dinner, our server was Lenny and he was fantastic. The food was great too. Love the atmosphere we will definitely be back to try brunch!

Loved the whole setup at The Library in St. Pete! We had a party of 10 for a birthday brunch and it couldn’t have gone better. Our waiter, Dusan, was fantastic—super attentive, though he did vanish for a bit (probably to rest from all our orders 😄), but he came back swinging and stayed on top of things. Food: Everything was absolutely delicious and seasoned perfectly. -Breakfast Burrito – stuffed and flavorful, a breakfast powerhouse. -Library Classic – a solid, can’t-go-wrong choice. Smoked Gouda Grits – creamy, cheesy, and comfort in a bowl. -Turkey Club – fresh, stacked, and well-balanced. -Fried Chicken Sandwich – crispy on the outside, juicy inside, with just the right seasoning. -Burger – perfectly cooked and juicy. -Side of Pancakes – fluffy and just sweet enough to round out the savory dishes. The live music from the gentleman singing was such a nice touch—he was amazing and made the atmosphere even better. The location is prime real estate, right in the heart of the hospital district, so there’s always a steady stream of traffic/customers. The Florida skies weren’t kind to us that day—a torrential downpour started just as we were leaving… lol. Overall, GREAT experience. We’ll definitely be back!