By Gary Nager
Located almost directly across the street from the Tradewinds Resort and about a mile from the Don CeSar, the 1200º Chophouse is one of those great little finds you’ll come back to again and again. I know I have visited at least five or six times since first finding it last summer and I will keep going back.
According to the restaurant’s website (address below), “At the intersection of Chicago Chophouse, authentic Florida and culinary passion you will find Dan Casey’s latest restaurant achievement. Steaks are seared, sealing in succulent flavor, at 1200°. Experience world class hospitality… fresh and flavorful awaits!” And, with the favorites I already have at 1200º Chophouse, I don’t disagree with a word of it.
My favorite entrée to date isn’t actually on the Chophouse’s menu, because I guess the Fred Flintstone-sized bone on the bone-in cowboy ribeye isn’t always available. Anytime they have this monster (the one I had was about 32 ozs.) available, I suggest sharing one with someone you love — you’ll probably still have some to take home.
I’m also certain that the lobster beurre blanc sauce (with arugula, balsamic and fresh tomatoes) on the pan-seared sea bass pictured above will rock your world as it did mine, too.
For more info, visit 1200Chophouse.com or Facebook.com/pages/1200-Chophouse — and please tell all these folks I sent you! Check them out at 5007 Gulf Blvd. on St. Pete Beach or give them a call at (727) 367-1300.
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