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TJ's Italian Cafe is a family-friendly Italian restaurant located in the heart of Indian Rocks Beach, FL. Our cozy cafe atmosphere and exceptional service make us a favorite among locals and visitors alike. Savor our mouth-watering pizza, fresh seafood, and tender steak dishes, all made with love and care. Whether you're in the mood for a romantic dinner or a casual meal with the family, our restaurant has something for everyone. Come visit us today and experience the best of Italian cuisine in a warm and welcoming environment.

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Eva Munch
Eva Munch -Google user
6 months ago
Amazing, delicious authentic Italian cuisine! Wow we were in Clearwater for 6 days and came back for dinner here a second time. Absolutely delicious! Helpful and friendly staff makes the experience even better. Definitely you need a reservation. There...Read More
Dine inDinner$50–100Atmosphere: 5Garlic Bread, Caesar Salad, Lobster Diavolo, Seafood Medley, Seafood Stuffed Mushrooms, Clams, Chef TJ's Tiramisu, Meatball ParmesanPlenty of parkingFree parking lot
Yorke Williams
Yorke Williams -Google user
6 months ago
First time in Indian Rocks & first time to eat at TJs Italian Cafe .. WOW!!! The atmosphere & food were amazing. We ate on their beautiful porch. Our service was outstanding because we were lucky to have Nadaya as our server. She made sure...Read More
Dine inDinner$30–50Atmosphere: 5Caesar Salad, Chef TJ's Tiramisu
Neal Johnson
Neal Johnson -Google user
a year ago
I have dined here in the past and have always received excellent tasting food and excellent service, This experience is consistent and exactly what is provided every time. The place is typically busy, and I completely understand the reason. Every dish in our party was...Read More
Dine inDinner$30–50Atmosphere: 5Garlic Bread, Chicken Marsala, Chicken Parmesan, Calzone
Unique Explores
Unique Explores -Google user
11 months ago
This was my third time dining at TJ’s and it was an excellent experience! Lexi was our server and did an outstanding job at making sure we had everything we needed!! It’s always pleasant when you have a server that is attentive and helpful with...Read More
Dine inDinner$30–50Atmosphere: 5Seafood Stuffed MushroomsPlenty of parkingFree parking lot
Laura West
Laura West -Google user
Edited a year ago
My husband and I loved sitting on the front covered patio and enjoying delicious food. The atmosphere is light and easy, clean and comfortable. Our waiter, I think it was DJ, was awesome. Very attentive and helpful. The food is the best...Read More
Dine inDinner$20–30Atmosphere: 5
Eduardo Tesi
Eduardo Tesi -Google user
2 years ago
My family and I had a great time eating at TJ’s. The outdoor seating area is beautiful and well ventilated. The food was delicious and the service was really friendly. The meatballs and fried raviolis for appetizers were so good my kids …
Lauren Moser
Lauren Moser -Google user
a year ago
TJ’s is the best Italian restaurant I’ve ever eaten at hands down. I’ve been to Italy: Florence, Rome, Venice, Milan; TJ’s is the top. Christopher P’s service was phenomenal. He was very knowledgeable of the menu and made recommendations. …
Tiffany Comitalo
Tiffany Comitalo -Google user
a year ago
Delicious food with a large menu! We need to go back so we can try other dishes. Our family had the stuffed grouper, the meatball parm sandwich, and fettucine Alfredo. Everything was yummy! Our server was super nice, funny, and attentive!!
Caitlin Knudsen
Caitlin Knudsen -Google user
a year ago
We had a wonderful experience at TJ’s! The staff was extraordinary, especially our waitress Becky!! Felt like our dining experience was top priority. We got the fried cheese ravioli and garlic bread to start (along with house bread that was …
Heather Ingraffia
Heather Ingraffia -Google user
8 months ago
Brunch? YES, PLEASE! We had to try the brunch at TJ's after so many wonderful reviews and it we found the best new brunch place on the beach! There is no better brunch on IRB. The service, food, and drinks are the best we've had...Read More
Leisa Britsch
Leisa Britsch -Google user
6 months ago
Delicious Italian food. Large portions. My husband had the Stromboli and I had a wonderful pasta dish with lots of chicken, veggies and whole cloves of garlic in it. It was amazing and packed with flavor. The cosmopolitan martinis were delicious as well. We sat...Read More
Dine inDinner$30–50Atmosphere: 5
Veronica Botts
Veronica Botts -Google user
5 months ago
Cute place just across from IRB public access beach. I had the lasagna and it was delicious! I make my own and I would say this might be slightly better than mine. I tasted the fettuccine Alfredo and loved the flavor and the narrower thinner...Read More
Dine inDinner$20–30Atmosphere: 4Caesar Salad, Meat Lasagna, Seafood Stuffed Mushrooms
Ashwini Palav
Ashwini Palav -Google user
3 months ago
Amazing culinary experience ! The welcome bread was the best bread I’ve ever tasted! All the food was outstanding and service topped it all!
$20–30Atmosphere: 5Quiet, easy to talkSuitable for all group sizesNo waitHighly recommendLarge vegetarian selectionHappened to walk by and decided to dine in, had a great experience!Plenty of parkingFree parking lotHighly recommend.10/10
Trisha McCabe
Trisha McCabe -Google user
a month ago
The pizza is amazing!!! 🤩 Got the Old Fashion Tomato Pie with pepperoni to go. It was hot and fresh when we picked it up. Crust was nice and crunchy! Will be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Jackel1994
Jackel1994 -Google user
3 weeks ago
The chicken Limone served 9/15 was excellent. Family of 4 all ordered this special and everyone was extremely satisfied. The sauce was creamy and excellent, paired perfectly with the angel hair. The chicken was tender, juicy and done to perfection. There was the exact right...Read More
$20–30Atmosphere: 53-4 people
Dean Urquhart
Dean Urquhart -Google user
4 months ago
After a long day at the beach, our party of 11 showed up and had an excellent experience. Jennifer, our waitress, was amazing with recommendations and refills. She was a champ with juggling 6 adults and 5 kids all while attending other …
Irish Fae
Irish Fae -Google user
3 months ago
OMG best Italian food ever!!! Caesar salad is fantastic! Bread and oil was superb and I had the meat lasagna which was best I’ve ever had! Husband had lobster ravioli. This place is on our all-time favorite list. And Chris our server was awesome! Will recommend...Read More
Tina Martin
Tina Martin -Google user
2 months ago
This was by far the BEST Italian restaurant I’ve ever been to! The food quality was absolutely exceptional, and the service was top notch. I wish I could remember our server’s name, but he was a kind and sweet gentleman with a great sense …
Nial Hay
Nial Hay -Google user
2 months ago
Drew was fantastic tonight, I brought my wife and my kids up to that don’t love Italian food but Drew absolutely made our night. He got the kids the food that they really enjoyed and my wife had the best time ever. I would highly...Read More
Heidi Teunissen
Heidi Teunissen -Google user
2 months ago
Allie took great care of me! She got me set up with a special "off-the-menu" order, which was amazing! The food, atmosphere, and service is always great. Never a let down🙂 Thanks Allie! …

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