Juno & the Peacock
A Coastal Gem in Downtown St. Petersburg
Nestled alongside the colourful Seaside Drive in Downtown St. Petersburg, Juno & the Peacock provides a refreshing tackle New American Coastal delicacies. With its impeccable mix of seafood and steaks, this newly opened hotspot is ready to make waves within the native eating scene. The restaurant, designed by the award-winning New York-based agency AvroKo, provides a laid-back but refined inside that merges “mission nouveau” aesthetics with hints of the roaring ‘60s. The ambiance is inviting and comfy, with a novel design that completely enhances the flavorful dishes.
On the coronary heart of Juno & the Peacock’s menu is a dedication to domestically sourced elements, ready in-house to make sure most freshness. The uncooked bar is a standout, providing an array of seafood delicacies, together with oysters, shrimp cocktail, and a flavorful ahi tuna tartare. Seafood lovers will discover lots to bask in, whereas the restaurant’s fashionable coastal twist on traditional dishes brings new life to conventional favorites.
The shared plates at Juno & the Peacock are an effective way to begin your meal, providing an opportunity to pattern quite a lot of the restaurant’s signature flavors. The Maryland Crab Cake is filled with recent, candy crab, completely seasoned and paired with a zesty aioli, whereas the Wagyu Beef Carpaccio is a must-try for meat lovers—tender, delicate, and bursting with wealthy taste.
The entrée menu provides a well-curated choice of seafood and steak choices that showcase the perfect of each land and sea. The ten-ounce bone-in filet we sampled was cooked to absolute perfection, tender and flavorful with an attractive sear. If you happen to’re within the temper for seafood, the Chilean Sea Bass is a standout alternative. Served with corn cream, pepper relish, and almond salad, the ocean bass is mild and flaky, with a steadiness of candy and savory flavors. For one thing somewhat extra indulgent, the Crab-Crusted Grouper is one other seafood possibility value exploring, combining wealthy flavors with delicate textures.
The bar program at Juno & the Peacock is equally spectacular, providing a novel cocktail menu titled “Cocktails By means of the Many years” created by beverage director Ingi Sigurdsson. This considerate assortment options drinks from totally different eras, starting from the traditional Manhattan of the 1900s to the fashionable Espresso Martini of the 2020s. Every cocktail is skillfully crafted by the gifted mixologists who’ve taken these timeless drinks and elevated them for up to date tastes. The eye to element in each presentation and taste makes this a spotlight of the eating expertise.
We couldn’t resist sampling a few the desserts, and each had been absolute winners. The Key Lime Pie was tangy, candy, and served with a buttery graham cracker crust, whereas the deconstructed tiramisu supplied a playful tackle the beloved traditional, with wealthy mascarpone, espresso-soaked ladyfingers, and a touch of cocoa.
For these on the lookout for a pre-dinner or post-dinner drink, be sure you go to Pluma, the adjoining cocktail lounge. Exploring the wealthy flavors of South and Central American spirits, Pluma is a comfortable hideaway with darkish teal partitions, velvet material, and intimate lighting — excellent for quiet conversations. The plush seating invitations you to sit down again, sip, and savor the second.
Juno & the Peacock is greater than only a restaurant; it’s an expertise. Whether or not you’re indulging in a recent seafood dish, savoring a wonderfully cooked steak, or sipping on a nostalgic cocktail, this downtown gem is certain to turn into a favourite. M
—By Ronda M. Parag
Juno & the Peacock
400 Seaside Drive NE
St. Petersburg 33701
772.258.4222
www.junoandthepeacock.com
Hours: Mon. – Fri. 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Sat. – Solar. 3 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Brunch: Sat & Solar – 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
