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Dave Wright (LifeIsGood4Dave)
Jul 10, 2026
Driving here, I didn’t know what to expect or realize the layout or scope of this place, Island Grand at TradeWinds. It’s a four star resort!
There was a guard at a formal gate and a sign with significant parking costs. I just told the guard I was eating lunch with a friend at Pete’s and he kindly let me in. I should have asked for directions because it turns out this place is a 40 acre resort with multiple parking areas and restaurants. All good! I walked in the main entrance and the gentleman at a desk on the right kindly gave me accurate and friendly directions.
I was nicely greeted at the entrance to Pete’s, the kind ladies acknowledged my reservation and directed me to where my friend was already sitting. We chatted and the waitress Rosalie introduced herself and took care of us. She was very gracious and helpful and answered our questions about the place. We learned she’d worked in the past at the legendary Hub in Tampa, as well as a few other places! Respect! Thank you for your excellent service Rosalie! You gave us time and space to chat and eat but we’re also there at the right moments to take care of us.
My chopped salad with salmon added was a nice size portion, very fresh, and the salmon was cooked perfectly, not overcooked as it often is. We enjoyed our meal, took our time, relaxed, chatted, got our checks and found our way back to our cars. It turns out there is parking much closer to the restaurant.
Pete’s is right on the huge St Pete beach with large windows. But, it’s perfectly enclosed so the AC was very welcome on a 93F summer day.
Life is good with a delicious lunch at a resort during off-season!