Guidebook for Tampa

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Guidebook for Tampa

Food Scene

Comfort food and a unique atmosphere unique to Seminole Heights - this restaurant is one of a kind. The massive deck with oak trees make for a comfortable, relaxed and casual outdoor dining experience.
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Ella’s Americana Folk Art Cafe
5119 N Nebraska Ave
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Comfort food and a unique atmosphere unique to Seminole Heights - this restaurant is one of a kind. The massive deck with oak trees make for a comfortable, relaxed and casual outdoor dining experience.
There may be no restaurant in all of the Tampa bay area that packs more flavor into each bite. Go early or be prepared to wait for a table. Space is very limited and demand is always high but the flavors at this restaurant are well worth the wait.
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Ichicoro Ramen
5229 N Florida Ave
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There may be no restaurant in all of the Tampa bay area that packs more flavor into each bite. Go early or be prepared to wait for a table. Space is very limited and demand is always high but the flavors at this restaurant are well worth the wait.
Located in the historic water works building and adjacent to Tampa's original water source, Ulele Spring, this restaurant combines flavors of old Florida with historic scenes, timeless beauty and a dining experience 2nd to none. Try the char-grilled oysters and take a walk along the river walk. Sunsets on the river are breathtaking. Ulele is both a restaurant and a micro brewery that uses the water from the neighboring natural spring to brew its beer. Brewmaster Tim Shackleford is truly a master of his trade. I always check the seasonal brew but the Rusty's Red and the Wedding Beer are my favorite goto brews.
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Ulele
1810 N Highland Ave
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Located in the historic water works building and adjacent to Tampa's original water source, Ulele Spring, this restaurant combines flavors of old Florida with historic scenes, timeless beauty and a dining experience 2nd to none. Try the char-grilled oysters and take a walk along the river walk. Sunsets on the river are breathtaking. Ulele is both a restaurant and a micro brewery that uses the water from the neighboring natural spring to brew its beer. Brewmaster Tim Shackleford is truly a master of his trade. I always check the seasonal brew but the Rusty's Red and the Wedding Beer are my favorite goto brews.
Datz Delicatessen serves up hearty sandwiches and rich flavors from killer Reuben to fried jalapeno mac and cheese balls and craft beer. There is something for everyone at Datz and that's before we say a word about their desert bar and sister restaurant next door called Datz Dough. Neither location is for the calorie counter but if you deserve a treat, you've got to indulge here.
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Datz - South Tampa
2616 S MacDill Ave
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Datz Delicatessen serves up hearty sandwiches and rich flavors from killer Reuben to fried jalapeno mac and cheese balls and craft beer. There is something for everyone at Datz and that's before we say a word about their desert bar and sister restaurant next door called Datz Dough. Neither location is for the calorie counter but if you deserve a treat, you've got to indulge here.
Chef Ferrell Alvarez and his wife Nicole are personal friends but there is no bias when I tell you that the plates of food served from this open air observatory kitchen are some of the most creative, delicious and beautiful you will ever see. Go here to take your taste buds on a real adventure.
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Rooster & the Till
6500 N Florida Ave
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Chef Ferrell Alvarez and his wife Nicole are personal friends but there is no bias when I tell you that the plates of food served from this open air observatory kitchen are some of the most creative, delicious and beautiful you will ever see. Go here to take your taste buds on a real adventure.
Go here to sip their unique and artfully curated craft beer selection, taste the sauteed pear& honey grilled gouda cheese sandwich and to see hipsters in the wild.
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Independent Bar and Cafe
5016 N Florida Ave
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Go here to sip their unique and artfully curated craft beer selection, taste the sauteed pear& honey grilled gouda cheese sandwich and to see hipsters in the wild.
Chicago and traditional style pizza in a fun/playful family friendly neighborhood pizzeria atmosphere filled with antique toys and Florida relics, this pizza shop is anything but boring. Bring your cash though because their cash registers are like their decor - old school...
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Cappys Pizzeria
4910 N Florida Ave
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Chicago and traditional style pizza in a fun/playful family friendly neighborhood pizzeria atmosphere filled with antique toys and Florida relics, this pizza shop is anything but boring. Bring your cash though because their cash registers are like their decor - old school...
Best Chinese food in all of Tampa Bay - Hands down. End of story. If you like Chinese cuisine, you have to go here. Salt-n-pepper appetizers will change your life! Honey Walnut Shrimp is amazing too.
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Yummy House China Bistro
2620 E Hillsborough Ave
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Best Chinese food in all of Tampa Bay - Hands down. End of story. If you like Chinese cuisine, you have to go here. Salt-n-pepper appetizers will change your life! Honey Walnut Shrimp is amazing too.
Oxford Exchange is a restaurant, bookstore, lifestyle gift store, co-working space, design studio and event venue in Tampa, Florida. https://oxfordexchange.com
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Oxford Exchange
420 W Kennedy Blvd
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Oxford Exchange is a restaurant, bookstore, lifestyle gift store, co-working space, design studio and event venue in Tampa, Florida. https://oxfordexchange.com
Unassuming sushi restaurant in a strip center serving up big flavors and a happy hour menu with deeply discounted sushi rolls and $1 nigiri pieces till 7pm
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Origami Sushi
6507 W Waters Ave
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Unassuming sushi restaurant in a strip center serving up big flavors and a happy hour menu with deeply discounted sushi rolls and $1 nigiri pieces till 7pm
Sushi in a historic Seminole Heights Bungalow. Limited menu but really great flavors! The Orange Sunrise and the Electric Eye are my favorites. Get it with a bottle of Fuji Apple Sake and you'll be in great shape!
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Ebisu Sushi Shack
5116 N Nebraska Ave
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Sushi in a historic Seminole Heights Bungalow. Limited menu but really great flavors! The Orange Sunrise and the Electric Eye are my favorites. Get it with a bottle of Fuji Apple Sake and you'll be in great shape!
This riverfront locals hangout has live music daily. Cheap eats and amazing people watching as you drink cold beer, watch the boats cruise by and listen to the live band of the day.
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Rick's on the River
2305 North Willow Avenue
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This riverfront locals hangout has live music daily. Cheap eats and amazing people watching as you drink cold beer, watch the boats cruise by and listen to the live band of the day.
Hole in the wall taco shop where they make the authentic corn tortillas to order or you can have your taco shell made entirely from grilled cheese! This little dive will blow your taste bud's mind.
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Xtreme Tacos
5609 N Nebraska Ave
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Hole in the wall taco shop where they make the authentic corn tortillas to order or you can have your taco shell made entirely from grilled cheese! This little dive will blow your taste bud's mind.
Fresh white fish and shrimp ceviche daily. $2 authentic Mexican tacos everyday bursting with flavor. It's just a small shaky looking food trailer. Be brave - it is totally worth it!!
Los Comparres
5636 N Armenia Ave
Fresh white fish and shrimp ceviche daily. $2 authentic Mexican tacos everyday bursting with flavor. It's just a small shaky looking food trailer. Be brave - it is totally worth it!!
Call ahead and make a reservation because tables are limited and they close early at 8pm daily. You don't have to leave at 8pm, you just have to be seated before they lock the door. This tiny italian restaurant is an experience like no other. If you like hearty authentic homemade pasta cooked up by a chef who will likely sit with you and share a taste of grappa after dinner then you NEED to try this place. Drive slow or you'll miss it. IT'S TINY on space but HUGE on flavor and personality. They don't serve alcohol but they welcome you to bring your own!
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Piccola Italia Bistro
2140 W Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
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Call ahead and make a reservation because tables are limited and they close early at 8pm daily. You don't have to leave at 8pm, you just have to be seated before they lock the door. This tiny italian restaurant is an experience like no other. If you like hearty authentic homemade pasta cooked up by a chef who will likely sit with you and share a taste of grappa after dinner then you NEED to try this place. Drive slow or you'll miss it. IT'S TINY on space but HUGE on flavor and personality. They don't serve alcohol but they welcome you to bring your own!
Quiet & private beautiful gulf beaches, hiking trails, a historic fort, paddle board & kayak rentals. This beach is awesome for a romantic afternoon or a family retreat.
Fort Desoto Park Tierra Verde Florida
Quiet & private beautiful gulf beaches, hiking trails, a historic fort, paddle board & kayak rentals. This beach is awesome for a romantic afternoon or a family retreat.
Armature Works is a fully restored mixed-use building that combines the necessities of a busy modern/urban lifestyle into the historic Tampa Heights neighborhood. With its unobstructed view of the Hillsborough River, the historic structure has been reinvented as a public market and upscale food court offering everything from breakfast to sushi, sandwiches, barbecue, smoothies and acai bowls. Go for the awesome food selection but hang out for the gorgeous water views and unique architecture.
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Armature Works
1910 N Ola Ave
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Armature Works is a fully restored mixed-use building that combines the necessities of a busy modern/urban lifestyle into the historic Tampa Heights neighborhood. With its unobstructed view of the Hillsborough River, the historic structure has been reinvented as a public market and upscale food court offering everything from breakfast to sushi, sandwiches, barbecue, smoothies and acai bowls. Go for the awesome food selection but hang out for the gorgeous water views and unique architecture.
Restaurant, Upscale sports bar, water front happy hour, sunset views. No matter what you're interested in, American Social is a can't miss Tampa dining gem.
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American Social
601 S Harbour Island Blvd
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Restaurant, Upscale sports bar, water front happy hour, sunset views. No matter what you're interested in, American Social is a can't miss Tampa dining gem.

Parks & Nature

It's just an over the water walking trail that wraps around the river/bay peninsula of downtown Tampa connecting restaurants, bars, parks and various hotels. Along the walk are a number of water taxi stops where you can take a ride to the islands and various other points of interest in and around downtown.
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Tampa Riverwalk
Tampa Riverwalk
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It's just an over the water walking trail that wraps around the river/bay peninsula of downtown Tampa connecting restaurants, bars, parks and various hotels. Along the walk are a number of water taxi stops where you can take a ride to the islands and various other points of interest in and around downtown.
Want to see Alligators in the wild? Rent a canoe or kayak at this park and you'll get your fill! It's a beautiful park with miles of winding river and hiking trails.
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Lettuce Lake Park Boardwalk and Nature Trail Observation Tower
Lettuce Lake Park Trail
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Want to see Alligators in the wild? Rent a canoe or kayak at this park and you'll get your fill! It's a beautiful park with miles of winding river and hiking trails.
Longest continuous sidewalk in the US. Awesome waterfront and mansion views for jogging and bike riding.
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Bayshore Boulevard
Bayshore Boulevard
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Longest continuous sidewalk in the US. Awesome waterfront and mansion views for jogging and bike riding.

Arts & Culture

Take in a little of Tampa's history. There is always something new to learn as exhibits change from month to month.
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Tampa Bay History Center
801 Water St
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Take in a little of Tampa's history. There is always something new to learn as exhibits change from month to month.
http://thedali.org
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Dalí (Salvador Dalí-museet)
1 Dali Blvd
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http://thedali.org

Sightseeing

bor City is a historic neighborhood in Tampa, Florida, United States, located just northeast of downtown. It was founded in the 1880s by Vicente Martinez-Ybor and other cigar manufacturers and was populated by thousands of immigrants, mainly from Cuba, Spain, and Italy. For the next 50 years, workers in Ybor City's cigar factories rolled hundreds of millions of cigars annually. Ybor City was unique in the American South as a successful town almost entirely populated and owned by immigrants.
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Ybor City
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bor City is a historic neighborhood in Tampa, Florida, United States, located just northeast of downtown. It was founded in the 1880s by Vicente Martinez-Ybor and other cigar manufacturers and was populated by thousands of immigrants, mainly from Cuba, Spain, and Italy. For the next 50 years, workers in Ybor City's cigar factories rolled hundreds of millions of cigars annually. Ybor City was unique in the American South as a successful town almost entirely populated and owned by immigrants.

Essentials

Publix is great for fresh veggies, meats, wine and just about anything else you might need while visiting the area.
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Publix Super Market
6001 N Nebraska Ave
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Publix is great for fresh veggies, meats, wine and just about anything else you might need while visiting the area.

Entertainment & Activities

Off Broadway shows on tour and special events all year around.
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David A. Straz, Jr. Center for the Performing Arts
1010 N Macinnes Pl
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Off Broadway shows on tour and special events all year around.
Rent an electric boat. Be your own captain and cruise around the harbor and up the Hillsborough river. Pack a cooler or dock at one of the riverfront restaurants. Each boat accommodates up to 12 guests.
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eBoats Tampa
333 S Franklin St
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Rent an electric boat. Be your own captain and cruise around the harbor and up the Hillsborough river. Pack a cooler or dock at one of the riverfront restaurants. Each boat accommodates up to 12 guests.
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Florida Aquarium
701 Channelside Dr
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ZooTampa i Lowry Park
1101 W Sligh Ave
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If Roller Coasters are your thing, then there is no reason to go to Orlando. Busch Garden's coasters are awesome!
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Busch Gardens
10165 McKinley Dr
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If Roller Coasters are your thing, then there is no reason to go to Orlando. Busch Garden's coasters are awesome!