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Massimo's Eclectic Fine Dining, Palm Harbor, FL

Massimo's Eclectic Fine Dining

4.9
4.9
1039 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 2 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem


Join Chef Massimo for an artful blend of Italian and Mediterranean cuisines paired with an award winning wine list and full bar.
Appetizers range from Hudson Valley Grade-A Foie Gras, Pistachio coated Pan Seared Duck and Brie to Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes and rice flour battered calamari. A rich, creamy lobster bisque is a favorite among customers.
Other specialties include Veal Cognac in a creamy truffle sauce, veal chop, sweetbreads, risotto and Chilean Sea Bass.
Last, but not least, are the homemade delectable desserts.
Complementing his efforts in the kitchen is the gracious, knowledgeable and efficient staff.
Tables at the casually elegant restaurant are dressed with crisp table linens, and candles. Cascading fountains decorate the walls.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary European, Mediterranean
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue, Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (727) 784-1881
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Massimo Patano
  • Private party facilities
    Private room available for meetings/banquets up 32 people.Main dining room available for larger parties, up to 60 people.Customized menu and on-premise audio/visual equipment rental available.
  • Neighbourhood
    Palm Harbor
  • Cross Street
    Between Tampa & Curlew Rds.
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Entertainment
    Music available on certain holidays/private functions.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,039 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Tampa / Central Florida West

    Best Food

  • Tampa / Central Florida West

    Italian

  • Clearwater

    Best Overall

  • Clearwater

    Best Food

  • Clearwater

    Best Service

  • Clearwater

    Great for fine wines

  • Clearwater

    Romantic

  • Clearwater

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Massimo's Eclectic Fine Dining offers an unforgettable experience with "first class" food and "excellent service." Guests rave about the "fantastic atmosphere," delectable dishes like Veal Massimo and crab alfredo, and delightful desserts. Chef Massimo's "master chef" skills shine through, creating a "romantic gem" perfect for special occasions.

1,039 Reviews
  1. Karen

    Orlando

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our favorite restaurant anywhere. Massimo greets diners. Food always superb. Wait staff best ever. We always start with an appetizer and finish with dessert because we want to get the whole experience.

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  2. Stan

    VIP

    Tampa

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    As always a wonderful dining experience Bertrand, our waiter was excellent. Drinks and food were perfect and delicious.

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  3. Kassandra

    VIP

    Tampa

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing! The best food ever! Service is impeccable Unequivocally the best restaurant in Palm Harbor 

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  4. Gary

    Tampa

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Risotto was undercooked service was great however, several people were signing back the special which was the risotto seafood

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  5. Annmarie

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love Massimos. Always guaranteed a great dining experience. My favorite place.

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  6. Michael

    VIP

    Hawaii

    33 reviews

    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on February 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another outstanding dining experience ! As always fine dining at its best. The food the service the ambience all over the top.

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  7. Armen

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food, service and ambiance. This was our second visit as we are from out of town and remain pleasantly surprised by the quality of the food and excellent overall experience.

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  8. Thomas

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We celebrated Tom's birthday, he had veal Massimo and I had the crab alfredo dish both were delicious! We enjoyed an appetizer of artichokes and shrimp delicately fried in a light coating. The service was excellent! We will definitely be going back!

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  9. Wayne

    Orlando

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Chef Massimo and they staff are excellent, professional, and extremely hospitable. The food is fresh every day, and the prep is second to none. Presentation and portions is perfect. Chef Massimo is truly a Master Chef. The only criticism I have is the corkage fee for a standard 750ml is 35.00 and that is per bottle. A Magnum was either $50 or $60.

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  10. Henry

    Tampa

    28 reviews

    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on January 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food and service are always excellent! We have been customers for many years and always enjoy the experience.

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FAQs

Massimo's Eclectic Fine Dining offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (727) 784-1881.

Massimo's Eclectic Fine Dining is rated 4.9 stars by 1039 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 2 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Massimo's Eclectic Fine Dining

31876 US Hwy 19 N, Palm Harbor, FL 34684

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Between Tampa & Curlew Rds.
  • Neighbourhood
    Palm Harbor
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue, Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary European, Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Massimo Patano
  • Entertainment
    Music available on certain holidays/private functions.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (727) 784-1881
  • Private party facilities
    Private room available for meetings/banquets up 32 people.Main dining room available for larger parties, up to 60 people.Customized menu and on-premise audio/visual equipment rental available.
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