Fireman owned Station House BBQ is bringing the heat (and smoke) to Tampa’s food scene
I’ve always known that firefighters spend a lot of time in the heat. What I didn’t know, however, is how much of that heat comes from the kitchen. Allison Fonseca, […]
Hidden gem, Beccofino, quietly serves the most ‘legit’ Italian dining experience in Tampa
Deep in the heart of Ballast Point stands a small, unassuming cottage. From the outside, the building looks like an old family home. On the inside, however, hand-spun cheeses and […]
Counter Culture’s surprise-menu ‘Happening Hour’ is the best foodie deal in Tampa
Counter Culture’s Jeannie Pierola is already known for serving up some of Tampa’s most creative food experiences. Her new “Happening Hour” concept, however, is taking innovative eats to the next […]
Dessert Wars champion, Shonnika Denise, brings Synergy Sweets to Tampa
When Shonnika Denise quit her full-time job to launch her “cottage bakery,” Synergy Sweets, she knew she made good desserts. What she didn’t know, however, was that they were actually […]
Visiting Florish; Tampa’s new vegan pizzeria
A few months back, one of our That’s So Tampa writers, Andrew, posted about Florish; Tampa’s first vegan pizzeria. At the time, the spot was no more than an idea […]
The Brisket Shoppe is Tampa’s best kept restaurant secret
The Brisket Shoppe at Grill and Provisions, on N Armenia Ave, is quietly serving the finest barbecue to Tampa’s biggest foodies. Here’s how to get in on the action. Two […]
Williamsburg Cucina is Tampa’s first “fine-dining” food truck
Williamsburg Cucina may be ranked the #1 food truck in Tampa (Tampa Magazine, South Tampa Magazine and Restaurant Clicks)—but it’s not a “food truck.” Well, at least not according to […]
Zimó Bakery serves the best spicy fried chicken sandwich I’ve ever tasted
I wasn’t surprised to figure out that Adamo Drive’s new Asian hot spot, Zimó Bakery and Cafe, serves incredible pastries. I mean, the place has a 4.9 star rating on […]
Tampa icon, Mr. Dunderbak’s, celebrates nearly 50 years of German food and beer
Mr. Dunderbak’s has served Tampa the best German cuisine in the region for nearly 50 years. The Biergarten and Brewery is located at 14929 Bruce B Downs Blvd. Ask anyone in […]
Inside Alessi Bakery; Tampa’s oldest family-run sweet spot
Alessi Bakery has served some of the best baked goods in the city of Tampa for more than 100 years. In 1912, Nicolo Alessi opened Alessi Bakery with a stellar […]