The Most Delectable New American in Tampa

Naked Farmer

★★★★★ 4.6 (201) • $$

"My nurse practitioner recommended naked farmer as I was searching for a new lunch place in downtown . First time here and it did not disappoint. Ingredients are locally sourced and business is locally owned. I like to think of it as an upscale Fresh Kitchen which we visit frequently. The portions are huge for me. I had the build your own plate with chicken thighs, broccoli, brown rice, and sweet potatoes. The chicken thighs were charred perfectly, brown rice with mixed with parsley, which gave it a nice flavor. Broccoli seasoned with lemon and garlic to make eating healthy delicious. And the sweet potato was a full portion. The price altogether was not that bad $15 for the bowl and three dollars for an organic peach black tea. It was worth every penny and I will definitely be back. Parking is a little tricky , located near Sparkman wharf so I just parked in that lot and paid hourly. Service was quick I ordered online and it was ready in 15 minutes."

The Tap Room At The Hollander

★★★★☆ 4.1 (335) • $$

"This spot has different dinner deals on certain days of the week. Regardless of what you order, the food is delicious. I loved The Portabello: huge mushroom caps with broiled melty cheese and a side of a vegetable and creamy mashed potatoes. I also loved their Old Fashioned and jalapeño slaw.It gets busy, but that's because it's also a great spot to socialize."

The Carambola

★★★☆☆ 3.1 (30) • $$

"Let me start out by saying I don't normally complain, but when I do it's justified. So here's my take on this restaurant: 1. The food was okay. The portion sizes were very small. I ordered the Grouper sandwich and thought they forgot the fish because the filet was so small it was hiding under the lettuce. For $18 I would expect way more. That said, the small amount I did eat was good. 2. The service was terrible. It took 20 min for someone to take our drink order. 40 min to get our food and without exaggeration there was only three full tables total in the entire restaurant (both in and out). We had to ask for refills numerous times. Remind them of things they forgot to bring us. When we asked for refills on two waters and iced tea (it took 15 min to get them) and they never brought the tea. 3. They served us a cold hamburger, stale chips as a side with nothing to dip it in (no salsa, no nothing). The ranch tasted very cheap. Overall the best thing about this place is the outdoor view. Wouldn't coming back - over priced for sure."

BAE Bar

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (7)

"BRAND SPANKING NEW - Adorable and innovative cocktail bar with lite eats and charcuterie. Upon entering, you'll be immersed in pink, tropical greens and elegant gold. Possibly THE most "instagram-able" spot in New Port Richey. Brought to you from the owners of the infamous (and ever expanding) BAM Breakfast spot!"

Terrace Grille Lakeland

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (113) • $$$

"Eggs Benedict and exceptional service! A shout out to the Terrace grille chef that can consistently make the perfect Eggs Benedict. Not an easy task! On 5 separate occasions over the past 3 months it's been perfect every time, well seasoned, with runny beautiful golden yolks.Exceptional Service. All of the staff and servers are friendly and helpful. Alexis which has served us several times is delightful and attentive. One server, Mylik rises to the top. Having served me the last three of the last five breakfast visits, he impressed me by recalling my previous visit there with my friend. Which we had a laugh about. In a town where "no, we can't do that" is the norm, Mylik always says "yes"! Sure we can do that. Or, let me see what I can do. Which is shocking! His attention to detail, for example, bringing us a second round of chilled glasses for our bottle of champagne, and making thoughtful suggestions that enhanced our dining experience is something that does not go unnoticed. He is able to anticipate the needs of guests by thinking outside the box making Mylik a true asset to The Terrace Grille."

Naked Farmer

★★★★★ 4.6 (269) • $$

"Excellent food. Best I had in Sarasota. Broccoli was a bit underdone. Otherwise very delicious and creative food."

Bay Street Bistro

★★★★☆ 4 (104) • $$$

"The prices are high for Lakeland, especially considering that the food is slightly above average. The waitress that served me was very good and polite, really on top of things. The rest of the staff, could not be bothered. The ambiance is fine, but again, average. I do not think I would go back for a meal."

Toast-Citrus Park

★★★★☆ 3.9 (149) • $$

"Love this breakfast spot! Servers warm, efficient and attentive. Never a disappointment with anything on the menu. Corned beef with home fries soooo good."

KC Wine and Bistro

★★★★★ 4.7 (82)

"Great place, super cozy and welcoming. Definitely family vibes, would highly recommend to come here. Also for the spring rolls on the menu, try a variety of them as an appetizer, you won't be disappointed!"

The Thirsty Marlin

★★★★☆ 4 (625) • $$

"Amazing little find loved all the options on the menu. Recommend sitting outside great for big groups"

Suzi's Restaurant

★★★★★ 4.6 (62)

"5stars 100%% this place is sooo good it is like the food melts in my mouth the waiters are always so nice and I really appreciate it 5"

The Brinehouse

★★★★★ 4.6 (162) • $$

"We had another great meal at the Brinehouse last night. I'm glad we got there at 5:30 because the restaurant quickly filled up. I had the Gorgonzola Mac and cheese with my steak entree, and it was divine! Also found out they own the Smokehouse in Dunedin, my town, so I will definitely be checking that out too!!"

Lakeland Stadium Pizza & Italian Grill

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (35) • $$

"Ordered a small meat pie. My girlfriend ordered the lasagna. Her review is that the lasagna tasted store bought. The tomato sauce wasn't good. The meat was just ground beef. The lasagna came with two garlic knots, which were good and a side salad with fresh mozzarella. Those two were good. My review (small meat pizza) the dough looked store bought as well however it was good. The pizza was actually pretty good. I have this place three stars while my girlfriend gave it two stars. I left it a three but ultimate we will most likely not return nor recommend. My girlfriend did ask our server how the lasagna was prior to ordering it and we were told it was made in house. Also, the floors are super sticky so wear non skid shoes. The bathrooms were clean."

Ozona Blue Grilling

★★★★☆ 3.6 (695) • $$

"Ozona Blue is almost in the realm of "too good to be true." The first time my parents ever took me here at a young age, I specifically remember them trying to trigger excitement within me telling me "This place is different." Upon hearing so, I looked up Ozona Blue on google and deciphered that it had a pool and hot tub. When I discovered this, I ignorantly assumed either the food would be garbage, or the prices outrageous. However, it is almost comical how untrue this is- almost to the point of assuming they are losing money. It almost feels like a scam to go to this luxurious restaurant and pay very mediocre prices. However, this blessing is one which must be taken advantage of. The appetizers here are some of the bests in the world. The calamari, shrimp and wings are the big three in my eyes, but you cannot go wrong regardless. Additionally, no matter what meal you order, it is cooked to a supreme quality, and it magnifies the vacation-type environment that you can literally get in the water while you wait for your food. When I am in Florida, there is no place I look forward to attending more than Ozona Blue- because it provides a true vacation experience beyond simply food."

1200 Chophouse

★★★★☆ 4.3 (694) • $$$

"This is a small, local steakhouse with amazing food and great service. Not what I'd describe as kid friendly as it's more of an adult vibe. Dark and cozy, yet unpretentious. If you sit at the bar, you'll have a good view of the cooking scene which is always interesting. Entrees include salad, bread, and a baked or mash potato side. Go hungry! I wish I had room for dessert as they offered my two favorites: crème brûlée and flourless chocolate cake. I might go back just for that."

Kickin Wingz

★★★☆☆ 2.9 (150) • $$

"Hadn't been here in forever. I used to get delivery years and years ago (before grub hub or Uber was a thing). Reading reviews I have been slightly hesitant to try it again. In the past delivery driver was rude but wings were good. Fast forward:Inside wasn't terrible. Sports bar vibe. Sorta busy. Waitress was nice. Wings... they looked great. The sauce was hot (wild). Flavor? Eh, they weren't terrible but they weren't great. Not sure what it was about it but there was more heat than flavor. The cool on the wings was ok. Fries.... Wow these were terrible. Actually, the flavor was great, the fact that they were crazy soggy, greasy and undercooked was the problem. Too bad because I remember when this place was just a food truck before the original location near US19 and the wings were phenomenal. Not anymore. Three stars because service was way better than the reviews had suggested."

SeaGuini

★★★★☆ 4.4 (749) • $$$

"Great find on Yelp! We were looking for a special occasion restaurant and SeaGuini did not disappoint. Warm service without being stuffy, in a bright, airy, unpretentious space. Our $45 bottle of sparkling rose was tasty and didn't break the bank. Steak and halibut special were cooked perfectly; as was octopus appetizer although the latter was a tad salty,Would return for sure."

Rooster & the Till

★★★★☆ 4.4 (812) • $$$

"Rooster & Till truly delivers and lives up to its Michelin Bib recognition. The food is an explosion of unique flavors and creativity, leaving you impressed with every bite. I loved sitting at the kitchen bar and watching the chefs create these dishes. The hamachi crudo with strawberries was an unexpected delight--light, fresh, and perfectly balanced. The golden beets and ricotta stole the show for me, though. The combination was absolutely unreal. Make sure to get this dish. The gnocchi was also well-executed, comforting and satisfying.The wine list was surprisingly affordable, and the cocktails were a standout with their innovative twists. This spot is perfect for a romantic date night or a lively evening out with friends."

Estuary

★★★★☆ 4.4 (91)

"Went to brunch here with some friends today. Started off with a couple bloody Mary's and an espresso martini . All the drink were good. We also started off with biscuits and strawberry jam. I love these and will definitely try the gravy with them next time. We all tried something different for our entrees. I had the avocado toast. My friends ordered the pork belly Benedict and the hash. The hash was spicy from the sausage. Then we topped it all off with the doughnuts! And they were very yummy. The ambiance is very hip with a lot of green and natural light. The booths are clean and comfortable. The music was great! I had to ask where it was from because I was really into it. The server kept the drinks full and dishes cleaned off the table, which is very important to us. I can't wait to come back and try more things! Great job James! :)"

edison: food+drink lab

★★★★☆ 4.1 (998) • $$$

"The staff is so nice. The place is really cute. I had a dessert (sage short cake with popcorn ice and strawberries) it was really good and a good portion specially to share :)The short cake didn't blow my mind but it was so pretty and overall good as a plate. Loved the place."

The Kitchen

★★★★☆ 4.1 (159)

"What a great experience , from David our host to Scott our server The service and attention excellent Thank you Scott for your recommendations and David for the great tableI started with the chorizo pastry puffs followed by the rib eye steak accompanied by asparagus and cheese fondue . My date choose the bronzed red drum, pretty amazing both entrees The drinks also amazing , we tried the smoking gun to star and I paired my steak with an old fashionedAfter the great dinner There was no space for dessert , may be next time"

Norton's Riverside Sports Bar & Grill

★★★★☆ 3.8 (165) • $

"Yelp can really lead a new person in town to the greatest spots. Live entertainment The band is just amazing. Everybody so friendly and and smiley. I I came here becus the reviews bragged about the wings. They are good. As for me, I'm loving my burger. It comes as a half pound of meat, truly season and grilled. I don't like a lot of meat so I order Junior. I am getting the big one next time I comeMy server is super good. She is very friendlyI will definitely come back. It's a five plus star"

CALI - Tampa Palms

★★★★☆ 4.3 (796) • $$

"Great fresh food. Not your ordinary fast takeaway. Had two bowls - Brazilian and Thai. Proteins are moist and flavorful. Rice is delicate and tasty. Service was on point."

Cassis St. Pete

★★★☆☆ 3.4 • $$

"Three for early lunch on a Tuesday morning! Worth the drive up from Sarasota to meet a friend!Was able to sit out on the patio and enjoy a long lunch catching up. The restaurant was not crowded so we were able to relax.Herbert, our waiter went out of the way to make us comfortable and meet our needs. A salad, a hamburger and the fried chicken sandwich were all enjoyed.Will have to go back for the chocolate croissant which I hear is to die for!"

The Chop Shop

★★★★☆ 3.5 (211) • $$

"Excellent service and a friendly staff. We were greeted. Sat within 2 min. Large party of six. Milkshakes are awesome. Plenty of flavors. The Mango and the M and M were awesome. The pub pretzel appetizer and the fried pickles are great. If you like an egg on your burger the BAD burger is great."

Stillwaters Tavern

★★★★☆ 4.1 • $$

"Great ambiance, outdoor seating was great to enjoy the day people watching. The service was good and friendly. Our server had a lot of great recommendations and I ended up getting one of the specials. Would recommend when you're in Tampa. Great spot, yummy food and cool place for people watching while having brunch with the girls."

Roo Roo’s Diner

★★★★☆ 4.3 (32)

"Good place for breakfast. Had chicken fried steak and eggs, home fries and a big English muffin. Very tasty and not crazy overpriced! That's my thing, looking for Great American- mom and pops, Nothing fancy, just tasty food and a great value. Enjoy!"

Cali - Brandon

★★★★☆ 4.3 (780) • $$

"I discovered this spot during a recent road trip while searching for a healthy-ish place to stop for lunch, and we ended up loving Cali! It was the perfect place for a quick, yummy lunch and a nice clean place to feed the baby before getting back on the road. I got the Hot & Crunchy bowl (cucumber-jicama slaw, scallions, soy sauce, guacamole, tempura onion, sesame seeds, sambal aioli) with the suggested protein - seared ahi tuna and the coconut avocado rice as my base. Wow, this bowl was amazing and so flavorful. The ahi tuna was perfectly seared and the crispy tempura onions on top added a delicious crunch. My husband got the Soo... Buff bowl (roasted cauliflower, coconut buffalo sauce, celery, crumbled blue cheese, tempura onions, lime caesar, fresh herbs) with crispy chicken and coconut avocado rice as well. He really enjoyed the flavor combinations, especially the sauce paired with the blue cheese. We also got their cucumber mint agua fresca to drink and it was so refreshing --I drank two glasses. The service was friendly and super quick which we appreciated. I was happy to learn that they have 3 local locations in the Tampa Bay area, so we'll definitely be back!"

Salt Rock Grill

★★★★☆ 4 • $$$

"I fell in love with this little gem! First time around the area and we stumbled upon this restaurant and we loved everything about it. I had to try their escargots and they were my favorite!! Great steak, delicious soup and fresh fish. Don't let the gourmet-like small portions set you down, you're going to leave with a full, happy stomach. They have a nice full bar and a huge wine selection. Last but not least, top notch service! Take my money, Salt Rock Grill!"

Savory Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4.1 (175) • $

"Decided to come here on a Saturday afternoon after a nearby art show.It wasn't crowded so we were sat immediately. Server was great, extremely friendly and knowledgeable of the menu which says a lot because listen, that menu has A LOT of options.Seriously, everything you can imagine. Eggplant parmesan, taco salad, steak, chicken wings, pasta... it's very possible you'll get overwhelmed just from the options alone which could be a pro or a con.Now, let's talk about the food... absolutely delicious.I was nervous the food wouldn't be seasoned but it was. It wasn't too salty or bland, it was actually just right... and most importantly, it was fresh. You could tell the food was fresh. Also the portions, omg the portions. You get hide portions... like back in 90s when they were trying to feed 3 people with one portion kinda sizes. You don't see portions like this anymore. You should def have food to take home if you don't overdo it. Prices are great, and for 3 people out meal was less than $50 which is rare in these 2023 inflation prices. Would I come back? Absolutely!"

Ocean Hai

★★★★☆ 4 (330) • $$$

"The breakfast buffet was enjoyable. The only concern I had was witnessing the staff clearing dishes from an adjacent table, one of them put a jar of coffee creamer on the tray with the cleared dishes. Another member of staff removed the creamer and said something to the other two. They looked at him funny as he walked it to the beverage bar and put it on ice to, I assume, reuse for the next guest. My problem with this is that it was already put on the dirty dishes tray and before that, you don't know if the guest drank from it or touched the rim of it to their coffee cup on which their lips had been. I suppose it could be said of any table condiment, but an uncovered container is certainly more at risk of contamination than a closed catsup bottle."

The Living Room on Main

★★★★☆ 3.9 (968) • $$

"I've been here multiple times and each time has been really good. They have a great happy hour too! Lots of different food items and the menu changes. Their brunch and mimosas are great. I always get their scallops or flatbreads. Their curry muscles are some of my favorite too."

Boulevard Family Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4 (115) • $$

"Wandering the roads and boulevards of NPR, we ambled in to this storybook looking restaurant. The quaint charm on the outside did NOT prepare us for what goes on inside. Fun chalk art is colorfully cued up everywhere. The largest blackboard I've ever seen hangs above the dining domain, overlooking happy diners. I hear tell that those colorful creations are courtesy of the owner's wife. Love the look!Our server was brilliant! His name's Josh. He went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and valued. Give that man a hand! Applause! Applause!My Fav Fab One was the one I thank for discovering this foodie haven. She promised to let me in on her discovery our next trip in the area. And today was that day!She opted for a cup of their Soup of the Day, which was a Lemon Chicken Orzo.Their 'cup' is larger than most other places 'bowl'. That was her full meal, and she wasn't hungry when we left. Awesome!I'm a fair comparison kind of guy. First time eating at an Italian place? I get their lasagna. First time at a Mexican place? I get their Chimichanga. Etc., etc.THAT way I can make really fair comparisons, apples to apples. Or, in this case, gyros to gyros!When Josh delivered my gyro platter, I knew he was my 'gyro hero'! LOLThe plating and colors popped. The taste? I could not wait!The first thing I did was dip a sliver of succulent gyro meat into the well of tzatziki sauce. That is always my first REAL test of the tastes.....Three letters, folks! Y. U. M. Or, maybe five? Y. U. M. M. Y. Dang, I was looking so forward to the next taste, and the next, and the next...The Greek salad was light and loaded with that olive oil and feta note gracing the lettuce and tomatoes. Then bite into an olive. I'm an olive nut! Yes.The pita bread had a light toasty crunch to it when I loaded it up with a handful of gyro meat goodness. Add a dollop of tzatziki and THAT is a powerful bite!We thoroughly enjoyed our entire visit! We talked to a really nice woman with her mother at the next table. She, too, was in awe. Service was and is stellar! We noted that ALL of the servers were upbeat and efficient. They smiled at us, even though they weren't our servers. They knew we were in very capable hands with Josh! Fact! We're already making plans, or an excuse, to get on the Suncoast and take the hour-long trip south to The Boulevard! Yes!!!!"

Nutwood

★★★★★ 4.6 (147) • $$

"This is a wonderful little fine dining venue in the heart of an unlikely residential area in Winter Haven. We know the chef's former restaurant in California, as it was one of our favorites when we lived there, so it was fun to try this place that he owns. We had lunch, where they serve a limited menu of salads and sandwiches. Everything we tried was delicious. We were particularly impressed with the number of house-made ingredients, including the sauces, sorbets, and ice creams.Service was extremely friendly, and we enjoyed chatting with the chef. We will definitely come back here to try their dinner menu."

Ulele

★★★★☆ 4.2 • $$

"I was curious about Ulele because the website describes it as a "native-inspired restaurant" and quite honestly, I don't think I've ever been to a restaurant that is native-inspired. Also, my veggie friend loves this place so if she likes it, the veggie dishes must be good.The online menu clearly marks what is vegetarian and vegan which I always appreciate. The drink menu instantly caught my attention when I saw the word "mango purée" in the Ulele Sunrise. It also comes with tequila, muddled cucumber, lime juice, triple sec, and syrup. It's not as mango-forward as I would have liked but I appreciate the strength of the buzz I was feeling. https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/ulele-tampa?select=_Bnfjn1-SzYsG-hudK0vuAOur friends are fans of the Carrot Ribbons and I can see why. Crisp carrot ribbons, dusted in flour then fried. Very addicting! I avoided the honey aioli but Hubby and our friends are fans of it. https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/ulele-tampa?select=Jjb3HuEdjOzHvJKeJR8J9QWe also shared Okra Fries which have a prominent citrus flavor. I also appreciate that this was unbreaded because I don't always need the extra carbs. https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/ulele-tampa?select=stgWNeVtKZUYNDm0TQBKMgFor my entrée, I have the Native Sauté which was big enough to feed me for dinner while still having enough for leftovers. It comes with sautéed portobello mushrooms, red onions, zucchini, squash, green beans, white wine, a tomato sauce, and wild rice blend. I love the freshness of the veggies and the vibrant colors! https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/ulele-tampa?select=nI-FDTXurxWU43-7EEJaywThis restaurant is huge! We dined on the 2nd floor. Our waiter was friendly. Love the indoor and outdoor art, including the statues. I also appreciate the complimentary valet parking. This spot is pretty popular and we had a nearly 1-hour wait upon arrival. This gave us an opportunity to walk over to the nearby Armature Works to explore for a bit. All around great experience!"