Clearwater Beach, Florida

America's #1 Beach
Awaits You

Crystal-clear Gulf waters, powder-white sand, spectacular sunsets, and endless things to do. Welcome to Clearwater Beach.

Mostly Sunny82°F • Water 83°F
Waves 1.4 ft • SW swellHigh 12:20 AM • Low 6:07 PM
Fresh Gulf Seafood

Top Restaurants

Bait House Tackle & Tavern
Seafood$
4.4

Bait House Tackle & Tavern

Casual waterfront bar and grill right on Clearwater Harbor. Fresh seafood, fish tacos, cold drinks, and stunning marina views. Dog-friendly with outdoor waterside seating — one of the most laid-back spots on the beach.

Mon-Sun 11am-11pm
Columbia Restaurant
Spanish/Cuban$$
4.5

Columbia Restaurant

Florida's oldest restaurant chain brings authentic Spanish-Cuban cuisine to Clearwater Beach. Famous for the 1905 Salad prepared tableside.

Mon-Sun 11am-10pm
Crabby's Dockside
Seafood$
4.4

Crabby's Dockside

Waterfront dining with stunning Gulf of Mexico views. Fresh local seafood, cold drinks, and some of the best sunsets on Clearwater Beach.

Mon-Sun 11am-10pm
Frenchy's Rockaway Grill
Seafood$
4.5

Frenchy's Rockaway Grill

Clearwater Beach's most famous beachfront restaurant, serving fresh Gulf seafood since 1981. Famous for grouper sandwiches and sunset views.

Mon-Sun 11am-11pm
Shephard's Beach Resort Restaurant
American$$
4.3

Shephard's Beach Resort Restaurant

Iconic beachfront resort dining with live entertainment, fresh seafood, and tropical cocktails right on the sand.

Mon-Sun 11am-11pm
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Upcoming Events

Jun3

Sunsets at Pier 60 — Nightly Festival

The signature nightly event at Clearwater Beach. Artisans, musicians, street performers, and the world-famous Gulf sunset. Free and open to all.

Pier 60, Clearwater BeachFree
Jul4

Fourth of July Fireworks on the Beach

Clearwater Beach's legendary Independence Day celebration with fireworks launched from Pier 60 over the Gulf of Mexico. The best fireworks show in Tampa Bay.

Pier 60, Clearwater BeachFree
Jul18

Clearwater Sea Blues Festival

A fantastic free waterfront blues festival featuring top national and local blues artists on multiple stages at Coachman Park.

Coachman Park, ClearwaterFree
Aug7

BayCare Sound: Old Dominion

Country hitmakers Old Dominion bring their signature sound to BayCare Sound at Coachman Park. Known for songs like 'Make It Sweet,' 'One Man Band,' and 'No Such Thing as a Broken Heart,' this is a can't-miss show at Clearwater's outdoor amphitheater.

BayCare Sound at Coachman Park, 301 Drew St, Clearwater, FL 33755$40–$110
Latest Fishing Report

Hot June Inshore Action — Snook Season Heating Up

June 1, 2026by Capt. Mike Davis
Excellent
Top Species
SnookRedfishMangrove SnapperSpanish MackerelFlounder
Hot Spots
Clearwater PassCauseway Bridge PilingsNorth Channel Grass FlatsSand Key Inlet40-60ft Nearshore Ledges
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