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Side dish
By CHRIS SHERMAN
© St. Petersburg Times,
published July 26, 2001
I've had enough...
Hourlong waits. When I have a reservation, I want my table -- and my food -- in prompt order. Some big-hit new restaurants are turning off their crowds with long waits. Nothing tastes so good it makes up for all that time drumming my fingers at the table.
Up on the roof
They're pounding away on top of Philthy Phil's, (678 75th Ave., St. Pete Beach; (727) 367-9977) to add a rooftop bar with 50 seats and an endless view of the gulf. Should be ready for prime sunsets by Labor Day.
Tip of the toque
When the All-American version of Iron Chef debuts in November on UPN, the mantle of Iron Chef Asian will be worn by Roy Yamaguchi, Outback's partner in Roy's.
New in town
The local branch of New York City's Palm steakhouse opens at WestShore Plaza this week in time to join in the chain's surf 'n' turf dinner for two deal: 18-ounce steak, 2 1/2-pound lobster, plus Caesar salad and cheesecake for $85.
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