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Best of Tampa (Food n Bevs Edition)
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items I've lived in Wesley Chapel for almost 3 years now after living in New Tampa for 1 year, and prior to that, Lakeland for 4! Tampa, FL is so very underrated when it comes to the food scene. I love all of the options here… they are endless! 🌴🍜🥟🌯🥗�...
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Brekky, Brunch, & Lunch!
Dinnertime vibes!
Adult Bevs ;)
Sweet Treats
Brekky, Brunch, & Lunch!
This place man… it’s something else and unlike anything around here. “Small but mighty” is so true. A must try are the sourdough donuts… they’re truly the best donut I’ve ever had and I think of it often. They even are Michelin rated! Deservingly so ...
SuperNatural Food & Wine - Tampa
Noble Crust has some of the best and most decently priced food ever. For what it is, with their elevated, scratch options, it’s worth every penny. Their weekend brunch is phenomenal. Especially the $2 mimosas and $3 Bloody Marys. I haven’t had anythi...
Noble Crust - Wesley Chapel
Have yet to find a sandwich shop/deli in the area that even compares. The boy gets a new one every time and loves em all, while I love the Renee too much to get anything different. I sub the prosciutto for mortadella though ✨
The Mustard Seed Deli & Market
Elevated Chipotle without the regret afterwards. Portions are great, flavor combinations are phenomenal, and we even got free cookies our first time dining in! Sooooo very tasty. Most definitely will return!
Cali - New Tampa, FL
Whether you're going for Banh Mi, Boba, or Ramen, this place is so good! I love how tasty and simple the Banh Mi sandwiches are. They are the perfect size! This place has incredible desserts as well.
Banh Mi Factory - Bahn Mi, Bowls, Boba, & more
Gorgeous…. literally feels like a Pinterest board. It's the iconic Tampa brunch! Super great excuse to dress cutie casual and eat some good food!
Oxford Exchange
Dinnertime vibes!
Where do I even start…. If you’re someone that loves to try everything and can never decide on one entree, this is the place for you. The plates are small but the flavor is BIG! So many unique options and yummy drinks. There’s even a rooftop bar to c...
Bulla Gastrobar + Rooftop Bar
A place where you can physically taste the culture and authenticity of the food. Environment is great, drinks are lovely, and the Cuban bread is just incredible.
Columbia Restaurant: Historic Ybor
Michelin reccomended! They do 30% off for Teacher Appreciation so we go every year now :-) The Prix Fixe is always amazing, as the menu changes frequently! Many of the starters stay the same. Our favorite, as silly as it sounds, are the roasted golde...
Rooster & the Till
Family-owned, simply amazing Indian food! Not just saying this because my boyfriend teaches the owners children either! The portions are huge and the flavors are even bigger. Love it here! They even have buffets on weekends!
Minerva - Indian Cuisine in New Tampa
Whether you are a meat or salad person… this is the place for you. The salad bar is phenomenal and the tableside meat service is so delicious! I crave the Brazilian Cheesy Bread that they give you at the beginning at all times….
Texas De Brazil - Brazilian Steakhouse & Churrascaria
GET THE TABLESIDE MOZZARELLA CART! They hand make it and stretch it in front of you and pair with heirloom tomato basil, 10 year aged balsamic vinegar. As a person who despises tomatoes, I LOVE these! I can't lie, the mozzarella cart was so good that...
Rocca: Michelin Star Italian Dining in Tampa Heights
SECRET SPEAKEASY IN THE BACK!!!! This place is great, but what's even greater is Morgan's Cove. A secret speakeasy down the back hallway. It is pirate themed and their specialty is RUM! If you're into Fish & Chips, golf, and beer, then you can ke...
Yeomans Restaurant, Bar, & Topgolf Swing Suite
Super tasty Asian fusion and sushi! Cool vibes, dim & trendy. The kind of place you want to hang for a little longer after dinner.
Noble Rice
Right on the water at the Tampa Riverwalk! Some super yummy Florida-inspired food. Great date spot! Go for a walk during the sunset :-)
Ulele - Tampa Riverwalk
Pretty, classy, & bright! Reallllly great cocktails AND wine! Definitely IG worthy
The Pearl - Gastropub on Water Street
Yummy, loud, poppin, and definitely Tampa energy!
Green Lemon | Mexican Restaurant and Margarita Bar in South Tampa
Super cool vibe and very unique! Great food and draws in a chill, not messy or crazy, crowd.
Armature Works | Historic Tampa, FL
Do you like wine? If you order a bottle, it gets served in a decanter! YUM!!! How about some upscale dining? A wine tasting? Just some drinks and appetizers? They've got it all!
Cooper's Hawk: 2 locations - Wesley Chapel & Tampa
Dark, old-school, vintage, upscale kind of vibe. Slightly fancy, slightly retro, but all around an exclusive-feeling delicious steakhouse. The steaks are SUPER high quality and everything is aged in-house. The servers are very knowledgeable about eve...
Bern's Steak House
Old-school Italian! Super yummy. Quiet, romantic, dim lighting, and great service.
Donatello Italian Restaurant
Kinda like Bern's but much more of a modern feel! Everything on the menu is delicious! The vibe in there is dim and dramatic. Great place for a date!
Meat Market - Tampa Steakhouse
Want Bern's DNA without the whole fancy, upscale experience & prices? Go next door to SideBerns!
SideBern's - Same as Bern's Steakhouse but less upscale!
Adult Bevs ;)
When in Tampa Bay… do pirate things! If you like speakeasies and rum, this is your place! It is hidden in the back of Yeoman's!
Morgan’s Cove Tampa
Hidden speakeasy bar vibe with super yummy craft cocktails! You typically need a reservation or cocktails. Call ahead for info :-) I would reccomend going to dinner elsewhere and heading here after!
Ciro's Speakeasy and Supper Club
Rooftop, beautiful, & delicious drinks! Chill, but very scenic. Highly recommend going at sunset!
M.Bird: Rooftop Restaurant Tampa | Cocktails, DJs & Skyline Views
Super aesthetic, modern, & clean! Pretty chill/tame crowd. Definitely IG worthy
Boulon Brasserie and Bakery
Rooftop views. but also has an indoor luxurious area! People dress well, but nothing crazy. It is a more elevated bar kind of experience! Kinda gives Miami but without the crazy and more calmness :-)
Azure at EDITION
If you're a wine-o, this is your place. Super chill, conversation-friendly win bar with outdoor seating and good vibes.
Cru Cellars
Not only is Armature Works amazing… their rooftop bar is amazing too! Not ever really overly crowded. Super great for sunsets :-)
Bar Aw | Armature Works in Tampa, FL
Cool spot in Wesley Chapel. Not very many places like it around here! They have a pretty great happy hour that includes $5 small plates! Great if you love beer, but they don't serve cocktails. Some wine!
Florida Avenue Brewing Co. - Brewed For Sharing
Sweet Treats
These flavors are unreal…. MANGO STICKY RICE?!?!? Please…. tried it once and keep going back with my fingers crossed every time hoping they still have it! So delish, like Coldstone level delish.
OddFellows Ice Cream Co.
Adult dessert night? Heck yeah. Fancy desserts and wine pairing! Super cool and cozy, with yummy cakes, chocolates, and more!
Chocolate Pi (@chocolatepi) · Tampa, FL - Instagram
Bern's is a crazy good place for dinner, but they have a totally separate upstairs dessert rooms that you can go to for JUST dessert! They have a huge menu, coffee, and dessert wines! There are nice, private, candlelit booths. Super great idea to end...
Harry Waugh Dessert Room
Their flan is ELITE. Not only do they have incredible flan con queso, they have amazing small plates, Cuban sandwiches, and more.
Flan Factory
Such delicious matcha, coffee, teas and sweet treats!
Paris Baguette - Your Neighborhood Bakery Café
Hands down amazing! Super unique, upscale looking place that specializes in Middle Eastern desserts and icecream. The icecream is delicious! It is such a unqiue texture, almost chewy! If you like pistachios… this is the place for you. They have count...
Bekdash Desserts - Temple Terrace
SO UNIQUE! They have a lot of desserts, nuts, and more imported from overseas! They have all of the viral icecreams, but also a lot that they make in-house. It is a really great experience just to try new things!
Roasted! Unique Coffee, Nuts, Desserts, and more!
I know some think its overrated… but I got some dubai chocolate strawberries from here and it was SO DELICIOUS!!! Perfect location right within Sparkman's Wharf.
Hampton Chocolate Factory - Luxury Chocolates in Tampa