The Take
DeSanto Bar clocks in at a 76 slop score. It is textbook rooftop bar slop with meh small plates above a Mexican spot, now permanently closed.
Margaritas and cocktails carried the place while the food leaned fryer oil and processed bar fare. The downtown St. Petersburg views were the only real draw when it was open.
The Verdict
DeSanto Bar was never about the food. Skip the small plates and stick to a simple margarita if anything remains of the concept.
The 76 slop score reflects a place that coasted on location and drinks while the plates stayed forgettable. Now closed, it leaves only the memory of overpriced bar snacks.
Common Questions
Is DeSanto Bar healthy?
No, it served standard bar small plates heavy on processed and fried items.
What should you avoid at DeSanto Bar?
The small plates and anything from the fryer.
Is DeSanto Bar still open?
No, it closed permanently as of 2026.
