Meet Mark Tomlinson, Owner of MadFish St. Pete Beach

Mark Tomlinson is the heart behind MadFish — a Pinellas local with a passion for great food, community, and coastal hospitality. With decades of experience in the hospitality industry, Mark set out to create a restaurant that felt like a true neighborhood gem: a place where guests could enjoy the freshest seafood, hand-cut steaks, and chef-inspired dishes in a relaxed, welcoming setting.

Mark maintains MadFish’s commitment to quality and local sourcing through a heavy emphasis on fresh, local cuisine. The menu showcases the best of the Gulf with fresh-caught fish seafood delivered daily, along with premium, hand-cut Angus steaks and thoughtfully selected local ingredients. His focus on flavor, freshness, and consistency has helped MadFish earn a loyal following and a reputation as one of the best dinner spots in St. Pete Beach.

Whether he’s greeting guests at the door or working behind the scenes to bring new flavors to life, Mark remains dedicated to delivering a one-of-a-kind dining experience — always fresh, always memorable, and always served with a smile.