Since 1974, Mr. Dunderbaks has served some of the best European crafted beer in Tampa. The unique bar and restaurant is the perfect retreat for the entire family to enjoy delicious German fare such as Bavarian bratwurst and knackwurst, Polish kielbasa, and spicy Cajun andouille sausage. Highlight your meal with a cool, refreshing brew. Choose from over 400 bottled beers and or drafts while enjoying live German and American music on select nights. Top off the evening with dessert and a slice of authentic apple strudel for the perfect ending to a delicious German inspired meal.
Ella's Americana Folk Art Cafe offers its guests a cozy place to enjoy Southern dishes like Kansas-style barbecue, chicken and waffles and a range of burgers. The recipes are inventive and the dishes come out as flavorful, such that they are forever etched in the memory of diners. The decor consists of paintings and artwork from local talent that adds a pop of color. Evenings see crowds swaying to live artists and bands.
Family-owned Wright's Gourmet House has served delicious food to Tampa patrons since 1963. Their full menu offers a variety of fresh deli salads and spreads, as well as soups and superior sandwiches such as the juicy roast pork, classic grilled cheese, and the original Beef Martini and Golden Gate created by the founder of Wright's. Gourmet entrées, soups and quiches are prepared fresh daily, then frozen and available to purchase. Delicious desserts include cookies, brownies and cakes made from scratch in their own kitchen. Dine in or take out; whatever you choose, the food will be outstanding. Catering is available.
This restaurant is owned and operated by the same Tampa family that founded it in 1905. Beautifully hand-painted tiles and intricate fretwork decorate the exterior of the restaurant, while the interior boasts a two-story atrium. Warm lighting and a sense of history combine to create an elegant and relaxed atmosphere. Enjoy authentic Spanish cuisine such as paella, black beans and rice or traditional Spanish yellow rice and chicken. Share a pitcher of sangria while flamenco dancers provide entertainment. Verify show timings before you plan a visit to the restaurant.
From the coastal highway that runs down St. Petersburg's Treasure Island, it's easy to miss the one story white facade of Caddy's on the Beach. Approach from the sand, however, and you'll wonder how anyone could miss the two story restaurant and bar complex. Right on the beach, this double decker bar and grill is a favorite of locals and party-goers. Revelers in tropically hued bikinis and board shorts festoon the balcony at Caddy's, most all of them with a similarly bright cocktail in hand. For hungrier patrons, Caddy's offers an overwhelmingly long menu that focuses on smoky barbecue fare rather than the area's typical seafood spread. With a minimum purchase, guests can also commandeer a private cabana right on the beach for private sunset views with full service.
Open daily for lunch and dinner, Miguel's Mexican Seafood & Grill has been serving authentic Mexican cuisine since 1992. With menu items like traditional Mexican tacos, burritos and enchiladas prepared perfectly, there is no surprise when grilled items including shrimp fajitas and carne asada, or a thick cut of steak such as the bisec veracruz prime filet or premium bone-in rib-eye, is served. A kid's menu is available and, for a lighter meal, select from a variety of dishes from one of Miguel's daily specials. Reservations are accepted for groups of six or more.
Choose from a variety of fresh, healthy meals for lunch or dinner at Café BreSimo. A menu of tasty Mediterranean, American, and Greek dishes awaits you at the casual, friendly restaurant in the Westchase area. Serving lunch and dinner, guests can enjoy selections including plump pitas, lamb or beef gyros with tzatziki sauce, assorted wraps, sub sandwiches, and fresh Greek salads, all for reasonable prices. Order a side of spinach pie, grape leaves with sauce, or hummus dip with fresh pita to round out the meal. Flavorful fruit smoothies and traditional baklava add the final touch to a delicious meal. - Vickie Ferguson
Consisting of a truck and a simple patio, Los Comparres is a treasure-trove of Mexican recipes. It has a sizzling menu of Mexico's favorites such as Taco, Burrito, Quesadilla, Ceviche, Campechana and Tostada.
Kaleisia Tea Lounge provides a mixture of New World teas with the ancient blends of the Orient. With over 100 loose-leaf teas to choose from, you are sure to find a tea to suit your palate. From their wall of teas, tea enthusiasts can compare different teas from around the world by touch and smell. In the lounge, enjoy assorted beverages made to order such as Thai tea, Asian Fusion smoothies and Chai Lattes. Stop by for lunch and choose from the all Vegan menu with food items such as hummus and chips, Asian noodles and avocado wraps then top off the meal with selected desserts. Kaleisia has on-going scheduled events throughout the year. - Vickie Ferguson
A generous scoop of creamy goodness is what everyone craves for after a long day at the beach, and Super Scoops Inc. is here to delight you with just that! Super Scoops Inc. is a family-owned ice cream parlor making home-made ice creams on daily basis. Located in a tiny building, the small size of this parlor only adds to its adorable character. The place is popular for their thick milkshakes, hot fudges, sundaes, smoothies and the house specialty, ice creams. Maple Walnut, Mint Chocolate Chip, Butter Pecan, Salted Caramel, Coffee and Pistachio are some of the unique flavors which cannot be missed here. Also the parlor is favored by many students because of the incentive scoops offered by them on glorious report cards. Scored great grades? Head here for your well-deserved free scoop!
A cozy, comfortable atmosphere and a select menu of exceptional French cuisine is what you should expect at Gulf Bistro. The quaint restaurant with its colorful décor is a welcome respite to those seeking a fine dining experience and excellent cuisine in a casual "come as you are" atmosphere. For lunch, enjoy a variety of filled crepes and croissants and for dinner, specialties such as shrimp flambé with cognac, duck breast in orange sauce or succulent chateaubriand will tempt your palate. Rich chocolate mousse or crème brulee flambé with Grand Marnier completes the meal. -Vickie Ferguson
Gluten-free establishments are a rarity and not easy to find. Thankfully for the residents near West Central Shopping Center, Craft Kafe, a 1300 square-foot (1201 square-meter) cafe specializes only in gluten-free bakery items. This bakery-coffeehouse-creamery, mills it own flour to ensure everything is a 100 percent gluten-free. Every item's ingredients, from the artisan sandwiches to the muffins, are original and fresh. Craft Kafe's locally roasted coffee, loose-leaf teas and craft sodas are highly-recommendable. For all the black-coffee-hardliners out there, the Kyoto drip is sure to make you reconsider your love for black coffee. Truly, a heaven for all the gluten-free enthusiasts!