Best Pizza Any way you slice it, Westchase-based Marina’s is the favorite in this category once again. Best Italian Casa Cosenza and Iavarone’s Italian Steakhouse tied for top prize from the options we offered; however, 22% of the votes were write-ins with a majority for Esposito’s and Rocca. Best Greek Food We added this category …
As a frequent visitor to Oldsmar, the closure of Ruby Tuesday and subsequent construction caught my eye over the past months. At first, I thought the restaurant was getting a makeover, but when I saw the “Coming Soon” banner for Mandola’s Italian Kitchen, I was intrigued. With locations already established in Riverview and Carrollwood, I …
Always on the lookout for new restaurants to try, I kept checking the SeaGlass Tavern website for menu information and an opening date. While the full menu wasn’t posted on their website, the food photos looked promising. The restaurant’s website boasts, “Food crafted by the land and sea.” I waited patiently for the grand opening, …
I didn’t need a website to tell me that Ulele has delicious food, outstanding service and a truly Tampa vibe. For years, Ulele has been one of my favorite places to dine, and I usually go there to celebrate special occasions. But when I saw that Ulele was named one of the “most beloved restaurants …
Affectionately known as the “Pink Palace,” the Don CeSar is one of the most recognizable landmarks in Tampa Bay. Over the years, the historic building has undergone many changes and renovations. Originally built as an opulent resort in 1928, it became a military hospital in 1942, and a Veterans Administration Headquarters in 1945. After sitting …
Located near International Plaza, Fleming’s is part of the Bloomin’ Brands family that includes Outback Steakhouse and Bonefish Grill. Because it’s the only Fleming’s location in the Tampa Bay area and is situated near popular restaurants such as Eddie V’s, Ocean Prime and Cooper’s Hawk, I think the restaurant tends to get overlooked. Luckily, my …
Once word got out last year that Chuck Lager was taking over the vacant Applebee’s location in the Oldsmar Town Center, social media was buzzing with anticipation. But after each passing month that was met with delays, frustrations mounted, and nobody thought the restaurant would ever open. Finally, in early March, a Chuck Lager social …
