Downtown St. Petersburg Faces Another Restaurant Loss

Concrete Jungle, a lively spot at 475 Central Ave. in St. Petersburg, closed its doors after operating for a little over two years.

Housed in the historic Kress building, this 1927 Beaux-Arts gem has served various purposes before; it was a beloved five-and-dime store until around 1980–1981 and earned its place on the National Register of Historic Places in 2001.

Concrete Jungle opened its doors in November 2023. The Tulum-inspired setting, created by local restaurateur Stephen Schrutt through his Hunger Thirst Group, replaced the former occupant, Iberian Rooster…

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