9 Bangkok Restaurant, St Petersburg

Established in 1994, this midtown restaurant has proven successful enough to enable its expansion into the storefront next door, doubling its dining space. In salute to the additional space, the Thai menu has added Japanese sushi and tempura dishes, the latter prepared and served in the new space by a Japanese chef. Meanwhile, 9 will now have the space to host parties and business lunches. The addition will add handicapped access as well. Beer and wine are available.