Welcome to The Crane
Located in St. Petersburg, FL, The Crane is an innovative culinary gem featuring a delightful Asian-inspired seafood menu. Guests rave about signature dishes like wagyu dumplings, scallops, and the remarkable Crane Flight, highlighting its artistic presentation and vibrant flavors. With an ambiance that combines modern decor and Japanese influences, the restaurant offers a high-end yet welcoming atmosphere, perfect for celebrations or intimate dinners. Exceptional service complements the experience, ensuring attentive care from knowledgeable staff. Handcrafted cocktails further elevate the dining adventure, making The Crane a must-visit for anyone in search of a memorable gastronomic journey.
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St. Petersburg, FL 33701, United States Hotline:
Welcome to The Crane, a contemporary culinary gem nestled in the heart of St. Petersburg, FL. This vibrant restaurant is quickly establishing itself as a must-visit destination for food enthusiasts, thanks to its innovative Asian-inspired seafood menu that fuses flavors and techniques from various cuisines.
As soon as you step through the doors, you're enveloped in an elegant atmosphere that balances modern decor with subtle Japanese influences. The ambiance is both "clubby" and intimate, making it the perfect backdrop for a special dinner or a lively girls' night out. Patrons rave about the warmth and attentiveness of the staff, with reviewers consistently highlighting the exceptional service provided by all team members, including Lisa and Caitlyn, who go above and beyond to elevate the dining experience.
Now, let’s talk about the menu. The culinary offerings are a testament to creativity and quality. Customers have been particularly smitten with the wagyu dumplings—a house-made delight that packs an explosion of flavor, although some have noted room for improvement in presentation. The octopus and mussels have also received commendations for their impressive taste and quality. For mains, the porterhouse and bison tenderloin are cooked to perfection, showcasing the chefs' mastery over their craft. The flourless chocolate cake is a must-try for dessert lovers, leaving guests raving about its divine taste.
In addition to the impressive food, The Crane’s cocktail menu offers handcrafted drinks that complement their dishes beautifully. It's the kind of place where every detail matters, from the cocktail presentation to the unique viewing experience of the chef working behind a glass door. This treat not only engages patrons but also adds a charming element to the overall dining experience.
Whether you’re celebrating a birthday or simply seeking a new dining adventure, The Crane promises high-quality food, a beautiful atmosphere, and exceptional service. The reviews paint a picture of a restaurant that has already hit its stride just weeks after opening, a sure sign that it will become a beloved addition to the culinary scene on Central Avenue.
Overall, The Crane is not just a restaurant; it's a holistic dining experience that excites the palate and warms the heart. With its careful attention to detail and a menu that constantly delights, this establishment is truly redefining what it means to dine in style in St. Petersburg.
The Crane was an incredible dining experience from start to finish! The Asian-inspired seafood menu was creative and full of flavor — we had wagyu dumplings, oysters, house salad, scallops, pork chop, maple duck breast, and the market fish with three amazing sauces (red curry, basil, and sweet chili). Every dish was beautifully presented and absolutely delicious. The cocktails were handcrafted and on point. One of the coolest parts was being able to see the chef in action through a glass door — such a unique touch. Huge shoutout to our server, Lisa, who was warm, attentive, and made the whole night even better. A perfect spot for a girls’ night or a special dinner out!
We had such a great experience. From the service, ambiance, and food. It was our first time and the owner and Caitlyn made it an even better experience. Would definitely recommend this restaurant, especially for any birthday festivities. My personal recommendations would be the waygu dumplings, octopus and their cocktails!! 10/10.
Had both Lunch & Dinner here. High quality food & drinks. Beautiful atmosphere & delicious fusion of Asian American dishes. Myli & Lisa took great care of us !
One of the best dining experiences I’ve ever had. The Crane Flight is a must-try—beautifully crafted. The porterhouse was cooked to perfection, and the flourless chocolate cake was divine. Daniel provided exceptional service.
We just stopped by to have appetizers. The muscles were large and tasty with delicious garlic bread. The wagyu dumplings and sauce were delectable. The service was pleasant and the waitress knew the food and clearly was a fan of this relatively new restaurant. The inside was high end and the bathroom was cleaner than most homes. This appeared to be s high quality establishment that one usually finds on Beach Drive. Price seemed reasonable and the atmosphere inside was upscale. Outside of course was still outside on Central.
A great new addition to Central. The Crane has an interesting interior decor, paying homage to Japanese influences while maintaining a modern decor. It feels more “clubby” without the heavy music than it does romantic and intimate. Service was perfectly nice. The GM came over twice to check on us too, so you can tell they are really trying to make an impression (a good thing!) The food was delicious. We started with the wagyu dumplings, which are made fresh in house. Honestly these were the most underwhelming of the food we tried, but still quite good. I wish the dumplings had better presentation and had a bit more in them beyond the Wagyu. We also tried the tuna ceviche which was a generous portion for the price and very good. The crackers they served it with did make me feel like they ran out of the normal crackers. For mains, we had the filet surf and turf (cooked perfectly) and the bison tenderloin. Would get them both again - meat quality was great and mixed veggies carried good flavor.
Absolutely great experience, I went to enjoy the cuisine and the good vibes. I enjoyed the mussels, the lamb steaks and a very heavy pour Johnny walker blue. Everything was spiced perfectly and left me wanting more.
This place open three weeks ago, but they've got it figured out. Atmosphere gets at 10. Love the bar. Review of love the lighting, subtle music. great date place. the food was unbelievably well. Steaks cooked the perfection vegetables and desserts, including the bomb were awesome. Highly recommend it and we will be back soon.