The real drinker’s guide to St. Pete’s essential dive bars

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Over the years St. Pete has seen its share of new, hip, and overly-themed watering holes, and while there's plenty of room of for pricey craft cocktails, there's something about a dark, dank dive bar. Here are a few of St. Petersburg's essential dives, that will surely leave your hair smelling like smoke.

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