Jennifer’s guidebook
Food scene
David and I love Ella's. The people, the food, the drinks, the ambiance! It's our go-to restaurant in the neighborhood. Just don't try to eat there Monday nights. They're closed on Mondays!
12 locals recommend
Ella’s Americana Folk Art Cafe
5119 North Nebraska AvenueDavid and I love Ella's. The people, the food, the drinks, the ambiance! It's our go-to restaurant in the neighborhood. Just don't try to eat there Monday nights. They're closed on Mondays!
Ichicoro Ramen
5229 N Florida AveAmazing ramen just a few blocks away!
Clean, inviting diner food is a must-have! We love Trips for breakfast, lunch or dinner!
95 locals recommend
Trip's Diner
6416 N Florida AveClean, inviting diner food is a must-have! We love Trips for breakfast, lunch or dinner!
Wanna get your sports watching in at a local eatery that offers a nice night out even if you're not a sports fan? SH is the place.
26 locals recommend
Social House
6310 N Florida AveWanna get your sports watching in at a local eatery that offers a nice night out even if you're not a sports fan? SH is the place.
More than a great beer selection! Live music, local meet ups, great sandwiches!
153 locals recommend
Independent Bar and Cafe
5016 N Florida AveMore than a great beer selection! Live music, local meet ups, great sandwiches!
Best burger with goat cheese and spinach. Period. Sometimes live music, sometimes not. Always a down-home feeling.
96 locals recommend
Front Porch & Bart's Tavern
5924 N Florida AveBest burger with goat cheese and spinach. Period. Sometimes live music, sometimes not. Always a down-home feeling.
Their mole is so good! Large portion sizes, vibrant decor. Good for groups or you can sit at the bar.
44 locals recommend
Mekenita Cantina
6707 N Florida AveTheir mole is so good! Large portion sizes, vibrant decor. Good for groups or you can sit at the bar.
Looking for authentic Cuban food while you're in Tampa? This is the place!
14 locals recommend
Arco Iris Cafe
4001 N Habana AveLooking for authentic Cuban food while you're in Tampa? This is the place!
This place is an historic gem in Ybor City. Less than 3 miles away, perfect for special events or simply enjoying a world class meal in the oldest continuously operated restaurant in Florida, the oldest Spanish restaurant in the United States, and one of the largest Spanish restaurants in the world!
365 locals recommend
Columbia Restaurant
2117 E 7th AveThis place is an historic gem in Ybor City. Less than 3 miles away, perfect for special events or simply enjoying a world class meal in the oldest continuously operated restaurant in Florida, the oldest Spanish restaurant in the United States, and one of the largest Spanish restaurants in the world!
Sightseeing
I adore the Weeki Wachee mermaids. This bit of roadside America history is a treasure. Created in 1947 guests to the park have included Elvis Presley, Don Knotts, Esther Williams, Arthur Godfrey, Kevin Smith, and Larry the Cable Guy.
In 1982, Buccaneer Bay was opened with water slides, a lazy river, and a white sand beach for visitors to enjoy alongside the theater with the mermaid shows.
23 locals recommend
Weeki Wachee Springs State Park
6131 Commercial WayI adore the Weeki Wachee mermaids. This bit of roadside America history is a treasure. Created in 1947 guests to the park have included Elvis Presley, Don Knotts, Esther Williams, Arthur Godfrey, Kevin Smith, and Larry the Cable Guy.
In 1982, Buccaneer Bay was opened with water slides, a lazy river, and a white sand beach for visitors to enjoy alongside the theater with the mermaid shows.
Essentially there are 5 museums in the world dedicated to the artwork of Salvador Dali. We are fortunate enough to have one less than 45 minutes away! Sincerely a must see.
1381 locals recommend
The Dalí (Salvador Dalí Museum)
1 Dali BlvdEssentially there are 5 museums in the world dedicated to the artwork of Salvador Dali. We are fortunate enough to have one less than 45 minutes away! Sincerely a must see.
The Tampa Theatre is a historic U.S. theater, opened for business in 1926! While you're in town, treat yourself to a movie at this wonderful atmospheric theater. Newly renovated seating is extra comfy!
163 locals recommend
Tampa Theatre
711 N Franklin StThe Tampa Theatre is a historic U.S. theater, opened for business in 1926! While you're in town, treat yourself to a movie at this wonderful atmospheric theater. Newly renovated seating is extra comfy!