A Redington Shores institution for over 30 years at 18121 Gulf Blvd, the Friendly Tavern is the kind of casual, community-anchored Gulf Boulevard bar that the Pinellas barrier islands do best: an outdoor tiki bar, indoor dining, and a welcoming neighborhood energy that has made it a loyal local hangout and a returning visitor ritual for decades. The menu leans into fresh Gulf Coast seafood with crab meat stuffed mushrooms, fresh grouper sandwiches, peel-and-eat shrimp, and hearty burgers alongside cold beer and strong rum runners. Karaoke nights, trivia, and live music fill the weekly calendar. Redington Shores Beach is just across the road; the Friendly Tavern is the cold drink and warm welcome waiting when you get back. Under new ownership with a permit to expand: stay tuned for upcoming upgrades.
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