Matter of Taste: Fried Snacks

At Woody's, every seat is the best seat in the house. The unmatched view of the Gulf and friendly service is a treat in itself. Indulge in one of Woody's fried goodies: the Clam Strip Snack ($4.95) is breaded and fried then served with cocktail sauce or the Jalepeno Poppers ($5.95) that are stuffed with cheddar cheese.

Located on St. Pete Beach, Snapper's has a slew of fried options for patrons to choose from. The Basket of Zucchini Sticks ($6.95) offers fresh cut zucchini that is flash fried then served with a tiger dipping sauce. Snapping Shrimp ($7.95) is another item up for grabs; shrimp is lightly breaded then fried before being dipped in a sweet chili-garlic sauce.

• Morgan's Bar and Grill- 7081 Gulf Blvd.

At Morgan's Bar and Grill the food is plentiful, drinks are cool and service is hospitable. Try a fried snack on for size at Morgan's. Choose from the popular Cheese Fries ($6.95) that are smothered with cheese and add jalepenos or bacon for a $1 each; or check out the Ah Miso Honey Shrimp ($8.95) with a honey drizzle and firecracker sauce.

• South Beach Bar and Grille- 14705 Gulf Blvd.

South Beach is more than just a popular spot in Miami; it's a local favorite for residents on the beaches. The well known restaurant draws a crowd that loves good food and nice people. Soups, salads and fried snacks top the menu at South Beach. For instance, the Grouper Cake ($5.99) puts a modern spin on crab cake with South Beach's original recipe.

After locals discovered this food gem, the rest was history. Keegan's boasts a menu that offers a little something for every one. There is a range of fried snacks at Keegan's for your enjoyment; from the Fried Calamari ($6.99) that is served with marinara sauce to the Key West Conch Fritters ($6.99) that come with a side of tropical island sauce for dipping.