Guidebook for Tampa
Food Scene
Fodder & Shine
5910 North Florida AvenueBEST Sunday Brunch EVER. If you're not there 45 min before it even opens, you will probably have to wait an hour for a table. Which is TOTALLY okay because they have HUGE, DELICIOUS mimosa's to keep you happy. A MUST.
201 locals recommend
Ella’s Americana Folk Art Cafe
5119 N Nebraska AveBEST Sunday Brunch EVER. If you're not there 45 min before it even opens, you will probably have to wait an hour for a table. Which is TOTALLY okay because they have HUGE, DELICIOUS mimosa's to keep you happy. A MUST.
HIDDEN GEM. They bake and sell bread to all the local restaurants- but.. they also have a little counter of pastries, and they are amazing! The inside is huge and you feel like you snuck behind the scenes and the bakers are making delicious treats just for you. The apple fritter... oh.my.goodness.
22 locals recommend
Mauricio Faedo's Bakery
5150 N Florida AveHIDDEN GEM. They bake and sell bread to all the local restaurants- but.. they also have a little counter of pastries, and they are amazing! The inside is huge and you feel like you snuck behind the scenes and the bakers are making delicious treats just for you. The apple fritter... oh.my.goodness.
If you love yourself, go here. This place is iconic in the Tampa area, and was even featured (THIS LOCATION) on Diners, Drive-In's and Dives. Taco Bus has expanded and has some locations around the Tampa area, but this one is the one everyone wants to go to. It's right down the street, so no excuses :) I recommend the Butternut Squash burrito. Love love love.
32 locals recommend
Taco Bus
401 S Howard AveIf you love yourself, go here. This place is iconic in the Tampa area, and was even featured (THIS LOCATION) on Diners, Drive-In's and Dives. Taco Bus has expanded and has some locations around the Tampa area, but this one is the one everyone wants to go to. It's right down the street, so no excuses :) I recommend the Butternut Squash burrito. Love love love.
Shopping
Essential. Stock up on all those beers you've never heard of before but have always wanted to try. Beer isn't your thing, that's okay- they have everything. This is the place you wish was a full bar so it wouldn't be weird for you to hang out there. It would be a little weird though.. :)
43 locals recommend
Jug & Bottle Dept.
6203 N Florida AveEssential. Stock up on all those beers you've never heard of before but have always wanted to try. Beer isn't your thing, that's okay- they have everything. This is the place you wish was a full bar so it wouldn't be weird for you to hang out there. It would be a little weird though.. :)
Every third Sunday of the month is the Indie Flea Market. At the Flea you will find makers showcasing the best of all things indie, located in the heart of the Tampa Bay Area. The hand selected vendors feature products ranging from handmade jewelry, letterpress cards, screen printed t-shirts, vintage treasures, up-cycled home goods, dry succulent gardens, artisanal jams, non profit groups and lots of funky. Beyond vendors, you’ll find local food and drink, live music and good vibes. Plus, it’s family and pet friendly!
Rialto Theatre
1617 N Franklin StEvery third Sunday of the month is the Indie Flea Market. At the Flea you will find makers showcasing the best of all things indie, located in the heart of the Tampa Bay Area. The hand selected vendors feature products ranging from handmade jewelry, letterpress cards, screen printed t-shirts, vintage treasures, up-cycled home goods, dry succulent gardens, artisanal jams, non profit groups and lots of funky. Beyond vendors, you’ll find local food and drink, live music and good vibes. Plus, it’s family and pet friendly!
This is a perfect place to spend an afternoon. Mid-High end shopping with continuously cycled local pop-ups matched with award winning restaurants can easily make for a lovely day. There's also an incredible restaurant/movie theater for an experience you rarely find elsewhere.
283 locals recommend
Hyde Park Village
1602 W Snow AveThis is a perfect place to spend an afternoon. Mid-High end shopping with continuously cycled local pop-ups matched with award winning restaurants can easily make for a lovely day. There's also an incredible restaurant/movie theater for an experience you rarely find elsewhere.
Everything Else
Do you love your dog? Did you bring them with you? Then go here. It's your vacation, but that doesn't mean your pup shouldn't get to enjoy themselves a little bit. They have self-dog wash stations with all the necessities to have a squeeky clean buddy.
10 locals recommend
Health Mutt
5023 N Central AveDo you love your dog? Did you bring them with you? Then go here. It's your vacation, but that doesn't mean your pup shouldn't get to enjoy themselves a little bit. They have self-dog wash stations with all the necessities to have a squeeky clean buddy.
Drinks & Nightlife
South Howard is where you go if you want to bar hop. DJ's, a few night clubs, and a lot of bars. There are paid parking lots, but if you drive around a little you can find a spot. Also, UBER! (Don't drink and drive :) )
30 locals recommend
South Howard Avenue
South Howard AvenueSouth Howard is where you go if you want to bar hop. DJ's, a few night clubs, and a lot of bars. There are paid parking lots, but if you drive around a little you can find a spot. Also, UBER! (Don't drink and drive :) )
Independent Bar and Cafe
5016 N Florida AveThis is the place in Seminole Heights :)
Coppertail Brewing Co.
2601 E 2nd AveTampa Bay Brewing Company
1600 E 8th AveBrew Bus Brewing
Angry Chair Brewing
4101 N Florida AveCigar City Cider and Mead
1812 N 15th StSightseeing
We lived a block from this iconic walkway before buying our home. It is beautiful. There are always people out, rain or shine. It's a beautiful way to enjoy the Tampa Bay. On a good day, you might see a dolphin swimming by, or sting rays. You'll always see jumping fish and little crabs :) It's a perfect path for runners, bikers, walkers, families, and roller bladers (yes, that's back)
222 locals recommend
Bayshore Boulevard
Bayshore BoulevardWe lived a block from this iconic walkway before buying our home. It is beautiful. There are always people out, rain or shine. It's a beautiful way to enjoy the Tampa Bay. On a good day, you might see a dolphin swimming by, or sting rays. You'll always see jumping fish and little crabs :) It's a perfect path for runners, bikers, walkers, families, and roller bladers (yes, that's back)
Huge homes, delicious coffee (DI Coffee Bar!), and amazing restaurants line the streets of these Tampa islands. There's also an awesome dog beach!
10 locals recommend
Davis Islands
Huge homes, delicious coffee (DI Coffee Bar!), and amazing restaurants line the streets of these Tampa islands. There's also an awesome dog beach!
Parks & Nature
Lowry Park
7525 N BlvdArts & Culture
The Dalí (Salvador Dalí Museum)
1 Dali BlvdTampa Museum of Art
120 W Gasparilla PlazaTampa Bay History Center
801 Water StDavid A. Straz, Jr. Center for the Performing Arts
1010 N Macinnes Pl