NOW IN SOFT OPENING
The Kitchen Counter.
Introducing our new 10-course tasting menu—the most immersive way to experience Mei. Blending classical French technique with exceptional Japanese ingredients, this dining experience places you in the best seat in the house, with a view of the open kitchen and our chefs at work.
“At Mei, we unite the elegance of French culinary artistry with the refined simplicity of Nordic-style cuisine and Japanese ingredients to create an unforgettable dining experience.”
— Executive Chef Alex Chamberlain
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Mei, a French-Nordic-Japanese Restaurant with Michelin Ties, Soft Opens in St. Pete
I LOVE THE BURG
“After coming back to Florida, I’ve found the community in St. Pete to be one of the most supportive and interesting in the state,” Chamberlain said. “I really wanted to bring my experiences from Colorado—the ethos and intentionality of service—to the same areas that I grew up in.” -
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Chef from Michelin-starred Tampa Restaurant to Open Mei in Downtown St. Pete
St. Pete Rising
Chamberlain’s background includes time in Denver at Michelin-starred Beckon, where he trained in classical French and Nordic cuisine.That experience now shapes Mei’s approach, which combines European techniques with Japanese ingredients and cooking methods…
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Mei Restaurant to Open in St. Petersburg
St. Pete Catalyst
Mei will be a “culmination” of Chamberlain’s career experiences.“It will have an eight-seat chef’s counter that will be really focused on foraged produce as well as local ingredients,” he said. “This calls back to my time at Beckon. It will also have a Japanese pantry, which calls back to my time at Kōsen.”
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Michelin-Star Restaurateurs Opening New Concept Mei in Downtown St. Pete
Creative Loafing Tampa Bay
“The restaurant will operate with a commitment to sustainability, including whole ingredient utilization, preservation to reduce waste, partnerships with local farms and fishermen, composting, and biodegradable packaging—grounded in the belief that thoughtful cooking begins with responsible sourcing and mindful use.”
