The Library - inspired by the George Peabody Library
Restaurant · St. Petersburg ·

The Library - inspired by the George Peabody Library

Restaurant · St. Petersburg ·

Ambitious brunch, craft cocktails, and New American bites

excellent food
great service
warm burrata
clementine cake
breakfast pizza
fine dining
cozy vibe
professional servers
The Library - inspired by the George Peabody Library by null
The Library - inspired by the George Peabody Library by null
The Library - inspired by the George Peabody Library by null
The Library - inspired by the George Peabody Library by null
The Library - inspired by the George Peabody Library by null
The Library - inspired by the George Peabody Library by null
The Library - inspired by the George Peabody Library by null
The Library - inspired by the George Peabody Library by null
The Library - inspired by the George Peabody Library by null
The Library - inspired by the George Peabody Library by null
The Library - inspired by the George Peabody Library by null
The Library - inspired by the George Peabody Library by null
The Library - inspired by the George Peabody Library by null
The Library - inspired by the George Peabody Library by null
The Library - inspired by the George Peabody Library by null
The Library - inspired by the George Peabody Library by null
The Library - inspired by the George Peabody Library by null
The Library - inspired by the George Peabody Library by null
The Library - inspired by the George Peabody Library by null
The Library - inspired by the George Peabody Library by null

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600 5th St S, St. Petersburg, FL 33701 Get directions

$20–30

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Restroom
Popular for lunch
Lunch reservations recommended
Popular for dinner
Dinner reservations recommended

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600 5th St S, St. Petersburg, FL 33701 Get directions

+1 727 369 9969
thelibrarystpete.com
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$20–30 · Menu

Features

•Restroom
•Accepts reservations
•Popular for lunch
•Lunch reservations recommended
•Popular for dinner
•Dinner reservations recommended
•Cozy
•Romantic

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Jan 7, 2026

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The Library - inspired by the George Peabody Library

Nicholas P.

Google
We had an exceptional dinner at The Library last night. The atmosphere, service, and overall experience were outstanding. My filet was a perfect 10/10, and every appetizer, drink, and dessert at the table was excellent. One entrée had an issue, which was mentioned casually to our server, and the way management handled it was truly impressive. They went above and beyond with their hospitality and generosity, turning a minor hiccup into an example of world-class service. We couldn’t have been more impressed and will absolutely be back. Highly recommend.

David B.

Google
The Library – St. Petersburg, Florida The Library continues to set the bar in downtown St. Pete, but what truly made our experience exceptional was the service. Jennifer was outstanding. Attentive without hovering, knowledgeable without being scripted, and genuinely warm in a way that made the morning feel effortless and special. She anticipated needs before we asked, guided us thoughtfully through the menu, and handled everything with calm confidence and grace. In a city with plenty of great restaurants, service like this is what separates good from memorable. If you’re dining at The Library, ask for Jennifer. She elevates the entire experience.

Steven

Google
Great experience! It is located in the lobby of the hospital, which sounds kind of weird, but you really can’t tell once you are inside. The decor is incredible with lots of wood paneling and they really pull off the library aesthetic without overdoing it. The food was good, the breakfast wet bread, and the fried chicken sandwich is what we tried. The fried chicken was slightly in the dryer side, but this balanced out with the aïoli that came on the sandwich. Little hot sauce and it was perfect. The drinks menu was very well balanced, and we actually opted for the nonalcoholic drinks which are fantastic. Would recommend for a nice brunch in Saint Pete. Looking forward to coming back.

Marcelo S.

Google
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.

Ali H.

Google
Very pleasant experience! We started with the warm burrata and breakfast bread both were delicious for an appetizer. I also highly recommend the Benedict and the Ham melt for brunch. Overall everything else we ordered was great I highly recommend this location. The library setting is very cute and well decorated.

Bobby S.

Google
Gave 5 stars for Food, Service, and Atmosphere. Everything was just perfect. The prices are pretty average considering the quality of everything. The restaurant is very clean and has a cozy vibe inside. The servers are very professional and all waiters/waitresses are helping you with whatever you need unlike 99% of places where only the waiter thats waiting your table will help you out. We ordered the benedict and french toast which were both perfect in taste and portion size. Definitely a must go for breakfast if you are visiting St Pete!

Tea M.

Google
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.

Elisabeth B.

Google
We had a wonderful lunch at The Library! I ordered the Chicken Paillard, and wellness drink with tumeric. So delicious! My chicken also came with a side of truffle fries. They were pretty good, but the truffle flavor was definitely on the lower side, I couldn’t really taste much of the truffle. One of my friends ordered the French toast stack, she said it was delicious! We also tried the Benne Cauliflower and that was amazing! Unfortunately, I did not get a picture of it. We loved the atmosphere, great experience.