Jay Luigi Soho 516 S Howard Ave., Tampa Three years after the popular fast casual Italian spot made its debut in St. Petersburg, South Tampa now has a Jay Luigi closer to home. Last July, Ciccio Restaurant Group (CRG) closed Cuban concept Luv Child with plans to eventually replace it with a Jay Luigi which is known for its fresh pasta and naturally fermented pizzas. Brunch specials are a weekend only event, on Saturday and Sunday until 3 p.m. CRG also manages other local favorites, such as Fresh Kitchen, Green Lemon and Sweet Soul. Photo via Jay Luigi Credit: Photo via Jay Luigi

Three years after the popular fast casual Italian spot made its debut in St. Petersburg, South Tampa now has a Jay Luigi closer to home.

Last July, Ciccio Restaurant Group (CRG) closed Cuban concept Luv Child, located 516 S Howard Ave., with plans to eventually replace it with a Jay Luigi. Five months later Jay Luigi Soho is now ready to open on Thursday, Dec. 19, from 4 p.m.- 10 p.m.

Jay Luigi known for its fresh pasta and naturally fermented pizzas. Brunch specials are a weekend only event, on Saturday and Sunday until 3 p.m.

The new Jay Luigi Soho is open for lunch and dinner.

CRG also manages other local favorites, such as Fresh Kitchen, Green Lemon and Sweet Soul.

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This article appears in Dec 12-18, 2024.

From dystopian fiction writer to journalist, Julia has a natural pull to local news. Covering the community, their businesses, recipes, music and art, she enjoys getting to know the 813 through interviews.