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About Hideaway Cafe - St. Petersburg

Hideaway Cafe, once a beloved listening room and recording studio in St. Petersburg, found its new life as The Neon Lunchbox in 2024. Located at 1756 Central Ave, this intimate space was known for its warm, living-room style seating and up-close performances. While the original Hideaway Cafe space was renamed and repurposed, the venue’s legacy continues in the same neighborhood, offering cozy shows that feel like a private gathering with artists and friends. Whether you’re seeking a quiet night of acoustic sets or an intimate album recording session vibe, this space remains a noteworthy stop in downtown St. Pete.

Seating historically featured about 80 seats in a living-room arrangement, with roughly 12 tables accommodating 2–4 guests per event. Public seating charts aren’t widely published, but guests could expect an intimate atmosphere built for connection between artists and listeners. Parking options include nearby garages such as First Central Tower (near 360 Central Ave) and Priatek Plaza (200 Central Ave), plus street meters in the Central Ave corridor. Transit access is convenient with a Central Ave bus stop at Central Ave + 18th St, within walking distance of the venue. For visitors planning an overnight or a short stay, downtown St. Pete offers hotels like The Birchwood (340 Beach Drive NE) and The Vinoy Renaissance St. Petersburg Resort & Golf Club (501 5th Ave NE). Although the Hideaway Cafe space has been renamed The Neon Lunchbox, the enduring spirit of intimate, live performances continues in this neighborhood hub. Secure your seats and check the Neon Lunchbox schedule for upcoming events, and consider these local lodging and dining partners to enhance your visit.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 1756 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, FL 33712.
  • Venue type: listening room and recording studio; intimate, living-room style seating.
  • Historical capacity: approximately 80 seats (before closure).
  • Public seating chart/public details: no widely published seating chart; typical setup described as intimate living-room seating (about 12 tables, seating 2–4 per table for some events).
  • Notable past events: intimate live shows; examples include limited-capacity #HideawayAtHome performances (up to 36 guests) during the pandemic.
  • Current status: venue closed in late 2021; space renamed/reopened as The Neon Lunchbox in 2024.
  • Parking: downtown parking options exist nearby (e.g., First Central Tower garage near 360 Central Ave; Priatek Plaza at 200 Central Ave; street meters in the Central Ave area).
  • Transit: bus service nearby, with a Central Ave bus stop at Central Ave + 18th St (walkable to 1756 Central Ave).
  • Nearby hotels: The Birchwood (340 Beach Drive NE) and The Vinoy Renaissance St. Petersburg Resort & Golf Club (501 5th Ave NE) are in the downtown area.
  • Renaming/demolition status: the Hideaway Cafe space was not demolished; it was renamed and repurposed as The Neon Lunchbox.