Tampa Bay is home to some of the most delicious and innovative restaurants around. We are truly spoiled when it comes to eating out and new restaurants are popping up all the time! Try a new restaurant or see what is happening at some of Tampa Bay’s staples and head out for a delicious night on the town.
With the Tampa Bay area being a hot spot for animal lovers (we have loads of pet-friendly date night spots) it only makes sense that our backyard is equally known for its cruelty-free, vegan and plant-based restaurants. Sure, most of these restaurants are known for their lack of animal-based products, but they wow with culinary creativity,…
Good food is a great way to connect with someone. And when you’re surrounded by lots of delicious choices it can be fun deciding together what to try. The restaurants at Sparkman Wharf are a great way to explore a variety of local food and have fun nibbling on different delicious eats. It’s one of…
Having a hard time finding a good, juicy burger in Tampa Bay? Look no further than Engine No. 9, located in the heart of St. Petersburg, FL.
Around Tampa, there are quite a few unique spots for a casual night out. Sparkman Wharf, the open-air hot spot located on Channelside in downtown Tampa, is one of the best places for dining and outdoor recreation. Located at the former Channelside Bay Plaza, Sparkman Wharf is super convenient and accessible to downtown Tampa and…
With a killer location and a “something-for-everyone” menu, MeltSO may just be your next go-to spot for drinks and dips.
Spend more time with your family and less time worrying about cooking this Christmas when you dine out at these restaurants open for Christmas dinner in Brandon. Trying to figure out what restaurants are serving up something special for the holiday can be time-consuming, so we’ve put together a list of some of our favorite…
Spend more time with your family and less time worrying about cooking this Christmas when you dine out at these restaurants open for Christmas dinner in St. Pete. Trying to figure out what restaurants are serving up something special for the holiday can be time-consuming, so we’ve put together a list of some of our…
Over the years, Tampa’s Hyde Park neighborhood and walkable SoHo district has grown into a perfect location for an afternoon meal or an evening stroll. Located near Bayshore Boulevard, the area is home to quite a few different restaurants, many of which are ideal for a date night meal. Explore our top date night picks…
If you frequent TikTok and Instagram, then you’ve probably heard the term “butter board.” It’s a trend that went viral last year as an alternative to charcuterie boards and is still just as fun and unique to bring to happy hour, Thanksgiving dinner, or Friendsgiving. Being that I could eat charcuterie boards every day and not…
Did you know that Tampa was ranked as one of America’s best picnic spots by Travel + Leisure magazine? And it’s no wonder! Tampa Bay parks serve up huge helpings of year-round sunshine, sweeping waterfront views and beautiful flora. With fall on the horizon, what better way to spend the day than on a romantic outdoor…
Throw it back to the ‘80s and ‘90s in downtown Tampa at GenX Tavern! If you’re feeling nostalgic for the good ol’ days and want a night out, visit this fun and exciting tavern where everything is based on the ‘80s and ‘90s from food & drink to music & decor! Updated August, 2023, by…
Anyone who’s been in the Tampa area for a while has probably heard of Riverwalk and has maybe even visited once or twice. It’s a great location for a date night spent enjoying the company of your significant other. If you’ve been and loved it, then you’ll probably love this, too. You can take your…
A trip to Italy feels like a far off dream sometimes, but there’s nothing stopping you from capturing just a fraction of the romance and magic of a European jaunt right here in Tampa Bay. We have a wealth of places to enjoy a slice of Italy. From authentic Italian cuisine and mouth-watering gelato to…
Who says tacos aren’t date night food? Meat, cheese, spices, tortillas, what is not to love? We’re all pretty familiar with hot spots like Bar Taco in Hyde Park Village in Tampa and Jotoro in Sparkman Wharf, which are delicious…but, why not try somewhere new? We’ve scoped some more of the best taco places in…
St. Pete is full of amazing restaurants, and one of the best areas for dining quality and variety is Central Avenue. This stretch of downtown St. Pete is dotted with culinary delights – plenty for many date nights to come. We have you covered with a map of the best date night Central Avenue restaurants…
A guide to the best Tampa Bay restaurants from local foodies It’s no secret that Tampa has some of the most famous foodie-havens in Florida. From Bern’s Steak House to Columbia, residents of the greater Tampa Bay area can enjoy remarkable meals from some of the best restaurants in the state. To narrow down your…
One of the absolute best ways to celebrate the Florida lifestyle is to dine on the water. Thankfully in Tampa Bay we have plenty of seafood restaurants and great places to dine and watch the sunset. And for one of the best restaurants for waterfront dining in Florida, Crump’s Landing is worth a day trip….
There’s no shortage of restaurants at Sparkman Wharf. Still, only one sits nestled in a prime spot on the corner of Channelside and Garrison, beckoning passersby to sit and have a margarita on one of its breezy patios. In fact, there’s never been a time of day when I walk past Jotoro and don’t feel a…
In recent years, some of the best restaurants in Tampa have sprung up in the Seminole Heights neighborhood making it a popular area for a date night or day. From ramen to chef inspired delicacies, there are countless options to enjoy on date night. Restaurants in this area range from casual to formal so you…
Whenever I want to pretend I’m on vacation I go to Salt Shack on The Bay. It’s the perfect place for an escape – just touristy enough to get you in the right state of mind. With a waterfront setting like this, it would be easy to let the location do the talking. And yet…