Top Spots to Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2025 in Tampa Bay

Where to ring in 2025.

First Drive-Thru Shake Shack In Tampa Bay Area Opens

The Tampa Bay-area’s first drive-thru Shake Shack and the second in Florida recently opened. Find out where it’s located.

St. Pete Italian Restaurant Expands Into South Tampa: Ciccio Group

Jay Luigi, which opened three years ago in St. Pete, is expanding into Tampa with a new location on South Howard Avenue, Ciccio Group said.

4 FL Restaurants Among Top 100 In U.S., According To New List

Four Florida restaurants are among the top 100 in the U.S., according to a new ranking from OpenTable.

New York Bagel Chain Expanding Into FL, First Shop To Open Soon

New York City-based H&H Bagels plans to open seven franchise locations in Florida, including one in Tampa.

SWFL Taco Chain Expanding North Into Tampa Bay Area

A FL taco chain based in Naples, Tacos & Tequila Cantina, will expand into the Tampa Bay area and The Villages with a new licensing deal.

3 Best Cheeseburger Joints Serving FL, Reviews Say

Three Florida eateries were named in the top 20 best cheeseburger restaurants in the U.S. by a panel of Yelp reviewers.

Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse Opens New Flagship Restaurant In Tampa

The new Napa-inspired Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar flagship opened in Tampa, the company said.

Carlos Eats Approved: Guide To Downtown Tampa Coffee Shops

Where to enjoy a cup of Joe in the downtown Tampa area from food writer Carlos Hernandez.

Carlos Eats Approved: Where To Eat & Drink In Downtown Tampa

Food and travel writer Carlos Hernandez shares picks for where to visit in downtown Tampa.

Kal Harris Appointed Director Of Food And Beverage At Hotel Haya

The New York-native has previously worked for Next Level Brands in Tampa.

This FL Spot Serves Up Some Of America's Best Cheap Eats: New Ranking

One of the country's best places in the country to find "cheap eats" is right here in Florida, a new analysis of budget eateries says.

3 FL Pizzerias Among Nation's Best, Italian Website Says

Pizzerias in Tampa and Miami were ranked among the top 50 in the United States, according to the list released annually.

289 FL Restaurants Honored With Wine Spectator Awards

Nearly 300 Florida restaurants earned the Award of Excellence in Wine Spectator’s 2024 Restaurant Awards.

July 4th Weekend FL Restaurant Specials: Takeout & Dine-In Deals 2024

Celebrate America with special pricing and menu items on offer at Florida restaurants for Independence Day week.

Best BBQ Cities: 10 FL Towns Served On National Ranking

A blog plated up some of the country's best barbecue cities. See which town is king of the grill and where Florida cities rank on the list.

'Like Christmas Threw Up': Tampa’s Joy Bar Celebrates Holiday All Year

Joy Bar in Tampa, which launched in December, will celebrate its first Christmas in July next month with a full event line-up, specials.

Where To Celebrate Father's Day 2024 Throughout Tampa Bay

There are plenty of specials and deals around town to celebrate the holiday.

The Fold, Cook Out, Bacon Egg’N Cheese, Fazoli’s: Restaurant News

The latest Tampa restaurant and bar news: The Fold, Cook Out, Bacon Egg’N Cheese food truck, Fazoli’s, Minano Ramen, Sonny’s BBQ.

This Restaurant Serves The Best French Fries In Florida

Do you want fries with that? Yes, yes, you do, and this Florida restaurant serves up the best, a foodie site says.

FL’s ‘Best Beach Bars’ List Includes 2 Tampa Bay-Area Bars: Report

Two Tampa Bay-area watering holes —​ one in Tampa, one in St. Pete Beach —​ made Southern Living’s list of FL’s “12 Best Beach Bars.”

5 FL Eateries Among 100 Best Brunch Spots For Mother’s Day: OpenTable

Five Florida restaurants were named among the best brunch spots in the country for Mother's Day in a new OpenTable list.

Mother's Day 2024 Restaurant Specials, Freebies In Florida

Plan to wine and dine Mom on Mother's Day? Check out what FL restaurants are offering Sunday, May 12, for on-site dining and to-go deals.

FL Restaurant Among Top 100 Brunch Spots In U.S., New List Says

See the top-ranked Florida brunch restaurant as according to Yelp.

Is This Really FL’s ‘Most Iconic Food’? The Food Network Says So

The Food Network said this food often linked to this Sunshine State tourist destination is the most iconic of Florida dishes.

Tampa Speakeasy, Ciro's, Closes After 15 Years

Ciro’s, a Tampa speakeasy, has closed after 15 years in business because of structural issues to the building it rented.

9 New Michelin Stars Awarded To Florida Restaurants

The Michelin Guide Miami, Orlando and Tampa awarded nine new Michelin stars to Florida restaurants.

Heritage Fire Food Tour Experience Comes To Tampa April 21

Visitors will enjoy live entertainment as well as unlimited food and drinks at the experience.

4 FL Restaurants Awarded Bib Gourmand Status: Michelin Guide

Four restaurants in Miami, Orlando and Tampa were awarded Bib Gourmand status for quality and value in the 2024 Michelin Guide.

Tampa Restaurant Among Top Brunch Spots In The U.S.: List

The Oxford Exchange in Tampa was among the top 20 brunch restaurants in the United States, according to a new ranking from Toast.

Best Barbecue Joint In FL Goes To Tampa Eatery, Southern Living Says

Southern Living readers decided the best barbecue restaurants in the region, including in Florida.

QDOBA Mexican Eats Grand Opening For New Tampa Location On March 6

Grand Opening attendees will enjoy queso samples, live entertainment, and a spin on the prize wheel for fun prizes.

11 Tampa, Orlando Restaurants Added To Michelin Guide Florida

From key lime pies to Cuban sandwiches, check out which Tampa and Orlando restaurants have been added to Michelin Guide Florida this year.

Enjoy A French Macaron Online Class From Tampa's Chef Rosana Rivera

No experience is needed to participate in the class and it is suitable for couples, friends, or family.

These 7 FL Restaurants Are Among America’s Most Romantic: Open Table

Seven FL restaurants are on OpenTable's 2024 list of the Top 100 Most Romantic Restaurants in America, just in time for Valentine's Day.

Zydeco, Small Sliders, Florida Cane Distillery: Restaurant, Bar News

In Tampa restaurant news: Zydeco Brew Werks, Small Sliders, Florida Cane Distillery, The Lobby Bar at Palihouse Hyde Park Village

7 Of The Best Places To Watch The Big Game In Tampa

If you’re hoping to catch the big game in Tampa, here are 7 sports bars and other venues to check out.

Chef & The Baker Offering Delicious Christmas Catering Menu

The award-winning chef duo has long shared delicious food in the area.

Pop-Up Miracle Bar Serving Up Seasonal Food, Drinks

Residents seeking the spirit of the season will find it at Tampa's newest pop-up bar, the Miracle Bar at Strandhill Public Heights​.

Gordito's, Everglazed Chicken & Donuts Added To Sparkman Wharf Lineup

These additions by Chefs Ferrell Alvarez and Joe Isidori are already foodie pleasers.