The perennial winner in this category produces a rich and flavorful version of Cuban coffee that can't be beat. When you drink it with La Teresita's terrific, hot and crispy Cuban bread, it's a reason to get up in the morning, and it keeps you going all day long. Plus, the atmosphere and the people are true West Tampa, and now that the bars have pretty much driven the last Latino out of Ybor, that's more important than ever.
Cap de Vila at La Teresita Restaurant, 3246 W. Columbus Drive, Tampa, 813-879-9704.
This article appears in Sep 25 – Oct 1, 2003.