As a California native with a deep love for fresh ingredients, seasonal cooking, and standout flavors, I’ll admit—I’m a little picky when it comes to dining out. This list is for fellow food lovers who crave more than just average fare. These are my ...
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Amazing food and vibe
Predalina
Love the brunch. They also have a coffee shop, champagne bar and cute boutique
Oxford Exchange | oxfordexchange.com
Delicious and easy parking
OLIVIA - Italian Restaurant in Tampa, FL
Check out the brunch menu
Psomi Restaurant | Greek Restaurant in Tampa, FL
Plan ahead for lunch and dinner, it fills up
On Swann
I like to sit outside here, muscles and frites are so good!
Boulon Brasserie and Bakery - French Restaurant in Tampa, FL
Ok this one is technically St. Pete but worth the drive
The Library Restaurant | Inspired by the George Peabody Library
Great seafood and a little market
The Tides Market in Safety Harbor, FL
Love the intimate setting, definitely requires a reservation.
Noble Rice
That terrace!
Casa Cami
Italian
Michelin Star Italian Dining in Tampa Heights | Rocca
Easy with kids and reliable food
Tampa bartaco - (813) 258-8226 - bartaco
Seasonal flavors and simple ingredients. They have 5 locations, I mostly go to Water Street
Chill Bros. Scoop Shop
Michelin recommended
Fortu | Pan Asian Dinning in St. Petersburg, FL
Multiple locations, I like Hyde Park
Specialty Coffee in Tampa, Florida. Fresh roasted and shipped same day
Their food is good, the place is tiny and quiet so more of a romantic or quiet dinner spot
