Joy's Guidebook
Food scene
Columbia Restaurant
2117 E 7th AveMay require a reservation for nighttime eating. A must!
The Stone Soup Company
1919 E 7th AveLocal owned, many options for every eater, great cocktails
The Bricks
1327 E 7th AveLove the vibe. Chill , Vegan options
Zydeco Brew Werks
1902 E 7th AveFood and Brew!
Gaspars Grotto's Sand Bar
1805 E 7th AveLocal favorite. Bar, Americana, Music, Outdoor Seating
Florida Cane Distillery
1820 N 15th StFun!!!!
Historic, Oldest Bakery in Area. Number 1 maker of Cuban Bread in country. Cuban coffee must
56 locals recommend
La Segunda Ybor
2512 N 15th StHistoric, Oldest Bakery in Area. Number 1 maker of Cuban Bread in country. Cuban coffee must
La Creperia Cafe @ Ybor City
1729 E 7th AveDivine
Ulele
1810 N Highland AveA must eat. My families favorite. Reservation suggested.
Jackson's Bistro, Bar & Sushi
601 S Harbour Island BlvdSunday Brunch and Views
This is a favorite of mine. Every Sunday an open air Thai market and food
49 locals recommend
Wat Mongkolrata Temple
5306 Palm River RdThis is a favorite of mine. Every Sunday an open air Thai market and food
Bern's Steak House
1208 S Howard AveIconic. Reservations required
Datz - South Tampa
2616 S MacDill AveGreat lunch spot!
Tampa Bay Brewing Company
1600 E 8th AveFun place.
A personal favorite. Soul Food Sundays off the charts.
12 locals recommend
Ella’s Americana Folk Art Cafe
5119 North Nebraska AvenueA personal favorite. Soul Food Sundays off the charts.
James Joyce Irish Pub & Eatery
1724 E 8th AveLuck of the Irish. Great food and drink
New York New York Pizza
1512 E 7th AveThey deliver
Cappys Pizzeria
4910 N Florida AveIconic : Cash Only
Foundation Coffee Co.
1907 N Franklin StChill
Lion's Den- Ybor
1702 E 7th AveHistoric Joint
La Tropicana Cuban Cafe
1822 E 7th AveTraditional Cuban lunch/breakfast only
Snobachi Handcrafted Ice Cream
2206 E 7th AveFun! Gets busy.
Eddie And Sam's N.Y. Pizza
203 E Twiggs StThe best we have
Nebraska Mini Mart
4815 N Nebraska AveFun spot
Trip's Diner
6416 N Florida AveIchicoro Ramen
5229 N Florida AveCappys Pizzeria
4910 N Florida AveHands down the best! Bring cash or use their ATM. No credit card.
Casa Santo Stefano
1607 North 22nd StreetCW's Gin Joint
633 N Franklin StFlan Factory
1718 N Nebraska AveSightseeing
Get on the free trolley from Ybor 8th Avenue Ybor and head down here! Amazing views and food!!!
359 locals recommend
Sparkman Wharf
615 Channelside DrGet on the free trolley from Ybor 8th Avenue Ybor and head down here! Amazing views and food!!!
King Corona Cigars Cafe and Bar
1523 E 7th AveA must for a Ybor City Cigar and Cuban Coffee
Ybor City Saturday Market
1901 N 19th StSaturday Morning stroll and coffee
Armature Works
1910 N Ola AveA must visit. Good food, sunset, river views
The Florida Aquarium
701 Channelside DrFun!
A must visit if you love to learn about the history of where you are staying.
88 locals recommend
Henry B. Plant Museum
401 W Kennedy BlvdA must visit if you love to learn about the history of where you are staying.
Pirate Water Taxi
333 S Franklin StFun to explore the city this way!
Tampa Museum of Art
120 W Gasparilla PlazaWorth a look if you love art and museums.
Longest continuous sidewalk in the world. Yep. It is. Nice place for views and a walk.
Bayshore Beautiful
Longest continuous sidewalk in the world. Yep. It is. Nice place for views and a walk.
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
10165 McKinley DriveAlways a fan favorite
Ybor City Visitor Center
1600 E 8th AveYbor is easily navigated.
ZooTampa at Lowry Park
1101 West Sligh AvenueFun
Tampa Theatre
711 N Franklin StIconic
TECO Line Streetcar System
Desoto Park
Corrine StreetGrocery needs
Grocery apps work great if you want to have some goodies delivered or go grab.
73 locals recommend
Publix Super Market on Bayshore
243 Bayshore BlvdGrocery apps work great if you want to have some goodies delivered or go grab.
Target
1544 N Dale Mabry HwyStuff you may need.
Winn-Dixie
2100 W Swann AveNeeds
Publix Super Market at Channel Club
1105 E Twiggs StNightlife
The Ritz Ybor
1503 E 7th AveNightclub Fri, Sat only
Mermaid Tavern
6719 N Nebraska AveChill. All welcome.
The Hub Bar
719 N Franklin StIconic hole in the wall. A must for libations
Independent Bar and Cafe
5016 N Florida AveBEER
Club Prana
1619 E 7th AveNightclub Fri, Sat only
Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa
5223 Orient RdClub Prana
1619 E 7th AveBreweries
7venth Sun Brewery
6809 N Nebraska AveGo!
Coppertail Brewing Co.
2601 E 2nd AveThe best!
Angry Chair Brewing
4101 N Florida AveYep!
Angry Chair Brewing
4101 N Florida AveIndependent Bar and Cafe
5016 N Florida AveBeaches
We get asked all the time. Tampa itself is a bay. Here are the beaches 30-1hr away
Clearwater Beach
Gulf of Mexico Drive25-30 minute drive
St Pete Beach
3300 Gulf BlvdLovely
Fort De Soto Park
Fort De Soto ParkFamily favorite 1 hour drive
Coffee
22nd Street Coffee
208 N 22nd St