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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.

  • Day Date to Italy: Mazzaro’s Italian Market
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    Day Date to Italy: Mazzaro’s Italian Market

    ByBrianna Althaus August 15, 2025August 18, 2025 Eats

    Have you always wanted to visit Italy? Take your tastebuds on a trip without leaving Tampa Bay when you visit Mazzaro’s Italian Market in St. Pete. From rich pasta dishes to savory cheeses and full bodied wines – what’s not to love about Italian food? If you’re a foodie couple craving the best of what Italian…

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    11 of The Best Places to Eat Inside Tampa International Airport

    ByHailea Boykin August 13, 2025August 13, 2025 Eats

    If you’re heading out on a romantic vacation from the Tampa International Airport or just passing through, we’ve got a list of some of the best places to eat inside the airport!

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  • Our Favorite Private Dining Rooms in Tampa Bay for Special Occasions
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    Our Favorite Private Dining Rooms in Tampa Bay for Special Occasions

    ByHailea Boykin August 12, 2025August 12, 2025 Eats

    Looking for a restaurant to accommodate an intimate group for a special occasion? Reserving a private dining room is the perfect way to celebrate birthdays, holidays, family gatherings, and more. You get the benefits of the full restaurant experience in the comfort of your own space. Tampa has plenty of restaurants with perfect private dining…

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  • Rear View Of Friends Watching Game In Sports Bar On Screens
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    Touchdown! Best Places to Watch Football Around Tampa Bay

    ByBrie Gorecki August 11, 2025August 11, 2025 Drinks, Eats

    Now that football season is upon us, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite places around the Tampa Bay area to watch football together!

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  • The Rusty Pelican Board for Two
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    Iconic and Famous Tampa Bay Restaurants for A Local Date Night

    ByHailea Boykin August 8, 2025August 9, 2025 Eats

    Whether you’ve lived here for your entire life, just a few years, or are only here for a visit, the following places will give you the ultimate taste of Tampa history

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  • Sparkman Wharf waterfront
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    Delicious Date Idea: The Best Restaurants at Sparkman Wharf

    ByBrie Gorecki August 4, 2025August 5, 2025 Eats

    The restaurants at Sparkman Wharf are a great way to explore a variety of local food and have fun nibbling on different delicious eats.

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  • Sparkman Wharf: One of Tampa’s Best Waterfront Hot Spots
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    Sparkman Wharf: One of Tampa’s Best Waterfront Hot Spots

    ByRosie Raggio August 1, 2025August 5, 2025 Drinks, Eats

    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…

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  • Tampa Bay Parks for a Perfect Picnic
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    Top Tampa Bay Parks for the Perfect Picnic Date

    ByStacy Sare July 31, 2025August 1, 2025 Cheap/Free, Eats

    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…

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  • How to Plan a Romantic Tampa Bay Picnic for Two
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    How to Plan a Romantic Tampa Bay Picnic for Two

    ByAmy Hammond July 31, 2025August 4, 2025 Eats

    Welcome to Tampa Bay picnic season! The air is (slightly) less humid, the sun is shining, and that means it’s time to break out those checkerboard blankets and charcuterie boards. From Downtown Tampa’s Curtis Hixon Park to St. Petersburg’s Crescent Lake and beyond, plenty of locales exist here for you to enjoy an unforgettable picnic…

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  • Magical Dining The Kitchen at Hard Rock Hotel
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    Orlando Magical Dining 2025: Overnight Packages and More

    ByDani Meyering July 31, 2025August 8, 2025 Getaways, Eats

    Plan an overnight getaway to Orlando for Magical Dining, with three-course meals for $40/person and $60 per person – 2025 details here

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    Everything We LOVE About Armature Works Food Hall

    ByRosie Raggio July 30, 2025August 1, 2025 Eats, Drinks

    Whether you’re new in town or have been here for a while, you know that Tampa has a number of fun date spots and restaurants. One of the icons of the Tampa date scene is Armature Works, a public market and food hub for everyone. If that sounds like a good date to you, stay…

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  • The Best Tampa Plant-Based Restaurants for Couples
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    12+ Plant-Based and Vegan Restaurants to Try in Tampa Bay

    ByJennifer Merrigan July 29, 2025August 6, 2025 Eats, Well Being

    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,…

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  • How to Have an Italian Date Night in Tampa Bay
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    An Italian Inspired Date Night in Tampa Bay

    ByCiarra Johnson July 25, 2025August 18, 2025 Eats

    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 for an Italian inspired date night in Tampa Bay. We have a wealth of places to enjoy a slice of Italy. From authentic Italian cuisine…

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    25 Scenic Waterfront Restaurants Tampa Bay – Around Town and Nearby

    ByZoë Joiner July 21, 2025July 21, 2025 Eats

    When summer ends and the fall weather moves in, here are the most scenic waterfront restaurants in Tampa Bay where you’ll want to spend time.

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  • 100 Date Night Ideas in Tampa Bay
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    The Best SoHo + Hyde Park Tampa Restaurants for Date Night

    ByRosie Raggio July 18, 2025July 24, 2025 Eats

    Explore our top date night picks in SoHo + Hyde Park Tampa!

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  • Hot Pot in the Tampa Bay Area
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    Date Night: Delicious Hot Pot Restaurants in Tampa Bay

    ByHailea Boykin July 16, 2025July 23, 2025 Eats

    As a lover of Asian cuisine, I’m always looking for great spots to experience authentic — or as close to authentic — food as possible, and after moving to the Tampa Bay Area, I’m thrilled to have so many delicious Hot Pot restaurants at my fingertips! Whether you’re new to the Hot Pot experience or…

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  • Best New Tampa Bay Restaurants + Experiences for Couples in 2022
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    Best New Tampa Bay Restaurants + Experiences for Couples in 2025

    ByHailea Boykin July 11, 2025August 18, 2025 Do, Eats

    Impressing your date can be as simple as knowing what’s new in town. Luckily there are plenty of new Tampa Bay restaurants, experiences, and attractions on the way, and many are already open. Read on for the scoop on the best new date night experiences for couples in the year ahead. Check back often as…

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  • 10 Date-Worthy Best Tampa Bay Seafood Restaurants
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    10 Date-Worthy Best Tampa Bay Seafood Restaurants

    ByBrie Gorecki July 9, 2025July 24, 2025 Eats

    Being near the ocean, it’s no surprise that Tampa has some amazing seafood restaurants serving up fresh seafood straight from the Gulf. Whether you’re looking for fine dining, waterfront, or casual spots, there are plenty of places to get your seafood fix. Our favorite seafood restaurants in Tampa include classic spots in Tampa itself and…

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  • Tampa Bay Arcades
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    Date Night Game Night: Tampa Bay Arcades

    ByRosie Raggio July 8, 2025July 14, 2025 Do, Drinks, Eats

    Check out these Tampa Bay Arcades Arcades are for kids, right? Wrong! If you loved going to arcades when you were younger, you should consider taking your date out to an arcade for a game night date night! Arcades aren’t just for kids at these Tampa Bay arcades. Here are some great arcades with restaurants,…

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    Buzz Around the Bay | Eats

    COMING SOON: New South Tampa Fresh Kitchen Location

    ByHailea Boykin July 7, 2025July 18, 2025 Buzz Around the Bay, Eats

    A new South Tampa Fresh Kitchen location is expected to open in early 2026.

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