The Half Baked Potato — Restaurant in Saint Petersburg

Manager wanted to be rude and questioned why I left a one-star review instead of telling the masses and Google about my experiences there. So, "here goes" as the owner likes to say. I highly doubt those potatoes are baked, they are soaked in some sort of ultra-processed seed oil, I'm thinking canola assuming how my stomach felt immediately after eating. Don't ask for a sauce on the side where you'll get snapped at " we can't do that"I understand the stoner vibe and and eclectic atmosphere you're going for but it's not working the restaurant is hot dirty and cluttered. And the flies aren't helping. Luke warm drinks out of your coolers. The skating rink drink circulators look like they haven't been cleaned in a fortnight. I got a shredded chicken potato and was immediately put off by The taste and texture of the chicken. Luke warm as well. When I went to ask if this was chicken or pork the gentleman behind the counter asked me what did I get I said a shredded chicken potato he repeated "well what did you get". I responded with a shredded chicken potato at this point a lady behind the counter barked at me "that is 100 chicken we only use dark meat in our recipes" honestly tasted like one of those pre made shredded chickens or pulled porks you get at the grocery store and just microwave. I scooped that to the side and tried to find some good in this plate. the cheese wouldn't melt on the potatoe(s) in question , imagine those viral vids where the cheese won't melt ,yea that's what u got here, sauces are seemingly more oil and salts (no bueno no me gusto ) thirty three dollars for a like warm Capri sun a bottle of cheap cheap water (spring for some Zephyrhills or something) and two damn near inedible potatoe concepts. I gave the atmosphere two stars because I'm a fan of local artists and that whole scene. But this place isn't worth the money. Too many other options in this city to waste your money...

If you are looking for a unique comfort food experience with a great energy/vibe then this is your place! Walking into the half baked potato you will immediately notice great artwork filling the walls and the artwork is all also for sale. Ozzy will brighten your day with funny banter and jokes and truly transformed our dinner into an experience. Ozzy was also asking fun trivia questions in exchange for delicious cookies and the whole restaurant was laughing and energized. There are plenty of 420 references around the place. Also, as soon as we cashed out we were told we should go check out the bathroom…my girlfriend was already taking videos of the cool lights and design of the bathroom by the time I got back there…a must see! But enough about how great the environment was; let’s talk about the food.

The Half Baked Potato offers massive loaded potatoes, hot dogs, ramen, Pierogis, and more. The potato options seem endless and have something for anyones taste, and if you can’t decide just tell Ozzy what you like and let him decide for you. There are a lot of funny menu item names to keep you laughing while you decide; I ordered the reverse cowgirl potato. Definitely come hungry because you will have so much food to tackle when you get there.

A must stop for the atmosphere and unique experience…it’s right on central in st.Pete so you’re around all kinds...

I really, truly and honestly don’t know where to begin so I just will. This, is hands down one of the best CULINARY experiences I’ve ever had. Ozzy owns up to his culinary arts degree and then some, the man is a wizard in the kitchen and that of course makes the food itself whimsical. But I’m not even on food yet. Ozzy is a man who loves what he does and it shows, he treated us like family and had the best time watching our reactions to his creations. Some of those creations include the best custom kool aid mixes you’ll ever have, as well as a chocolate sweet tea (yes, chocolate sweet tea) that is deserving of a Nobel peace prize. Now, the food. The FOOD. The food has to be experienced, and there’s an experience for everyone and everybody to be had. He’s got plenty options (and new ones on the way) that will satisfy the whole family, the whole gang, the whole team, whatever. Now, be cautious, cause these ain’t no tater tot’s. These potatoes bigger than ya head, so come with friends and come prepared. Not to mention the all beef hotdogs. Hotdogs, longer than my forearm, stacked with delicious toppings, all on a big, soft, STOOPID fresh steamed bun. I look forward to coming back with my folks and sitting down with chef Ozzy again. I know I said a lot but I mean, it’s the best restaurant experience I’ve ever had, ever....