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A rectangular wooden board displays several rows of sushi rolls, dramatically lit against a dark background. The front row features rolls topped with slices of pink raw fish and a yellow corn relish or garnish, while the back rows include rolls topped with avocado and herbs. A pile of pickled ginger and a dollop of wasabi sit on the board in the foreground.

Fortu’s ‘little sister,’ Isu Sushi, premieres in downtown St. Pete

Wagyu is on the menu.

by Selene San Felice December 5, 2025December 5, 2025

Category 36 Taphouse & Kitchen reopens in St. Pete Beach

The Stromboli is back after nine months, now on Corey Ave.

by Selene San Felice December 5, 2025December 5, 2025

A top-down view captures a vibrant seafood paella served in a large black pan with two handles, set on a wooden table. The dish features yellow saffron rice mixed with green peas and red peppers, topped generously with mussels, clams, shrimp, calamari rings, and two large lobster tails in the center. A silver spoon rests on the edge of the pan, which is placed on a folded light blue napkin.

Ceviche returns to Tampa next summer

The Spanish tapas spot has been absent in Tampa since 2018.

by Selene San Felice December 4, 2025December 6, 2025

A bearded man wearing tan overalls over a blue shirt smiles broadly while balancing three plates of food on his arm and hand. He has a pair of scissors tucked into his chest pocket and stands in front of a long dining table set for an outdoor evening event, with other guests visible in the dark background.

ArtistTree Gardens and Keel Farms host a locally sourced ‘gardinner’ next week

It’s karmically delicious.

by Selene San Felice December 3, 2025December 3, 2025

Food & Drink, Openings & Closings

Latin-American restaurant Papi’s replaces White Lie in Ybor City next year

Papi’s name is already in the iconic sign on 7th.

by Alisha Durosier December 3, 2025December 3, 2025

A split image featuring a portrait of author Jean Meltzer on the left, smiling with wavy brown hair and wearing a dark blue top. On the right is the cover of her book, The Eight Heartbreaks of Hanukkah, depicting illustrated characters on a teal background with holiday motifs like menorahs and snowflakes.

Arts & Entertainment

Author Jean Meltzer joins a Hanukkah dinner party in Tampa this weekend

Her latest book puts a Jewish twist on ‘A Christmas Carol.’

by Selene San Felice December 1, 2025December 1, 2025

Interior view of the restaurant near the window, showing multiple plates of various Laotian dishes, including salads, meats, and rice, lined up on the counter in front of the mural.

Review: Sap Sap Street Eats triumphantly returns to Pinellas Park with traditional Lao cuisine and affordable Southeast Asian fare

Chef Johnathon Phaengvisay has revived mom’s recipes with plans to add a dining room.

by Kyla Fields November 26, 2025November 26, 2025

A split image showing two distinct scenes. On the left is the wooden storefront of "Tommy's Chophouse," featuring large window decals displaying wine bottles and gourmet dishes. On the right is a close-up of a heavy, vintage safe door, distressed and grey with gold trim, a combination dial, a handle, and a large decal of the Great Seal of the United States featuring an eagle.

Tommy’s Chophouse will serve steak in a Cold-War era vault next year in Ybor City

Steak secured.

by Alisha Durosier November 25, 2025November 25, 2025

A juicy double cheeseburger served on a disposable white paper plate printed with red text like "ONION RINGS" and "CORN DOGS." The burger features two beef patties, melted yellow cheese, pickles, and lettuce on a soft, toasted bun.

Juicy’s Famous Fair Food opens in Tampa’s Armature Works

by Selene San Felice November 24, 2025November 24, 2025

Monte Pizza is now open in St. Pete

Another slice spot for St. Pete-za.

by Selene San Felice November 24, 2025November 24, 2025

Pete’s Bagels moves into Tarpon Springs in 2026

Get him to the Greek.

by Alisha Durosier November 24, 2025November 24, 2025

A split image featuring two food shots. On the left, a hand holds a toasted sandwich layered with egg, pesto, and tomatoes, set against a blurred background of a building with a "BAVARO" sign and palm trees. On the right, a clear plastic container sits on an outdoor wooden table, filled with thick French toast topped with powdered sugar, blackberries, whipped cream, and mint, accompanied by a cold drink garnished with a lemon wedge.

Bavaro’s opens Italian brunch café in Clearwater

It’s got a menu you cannoli imagine.

by Selene San Felice November 18, 2025November 18, 2025

All the burgers you can try during Tampa Bay Burger Week 2025

by Leigh Wilson November 14, 2025November 14, 2025

17 picturesque places to grab a drink in Tampa Bay

Tampa Bay bars are constantly serving Instagram-worthy views.

by CL Staff November 14, 2025November 14, 2025

A street-level shot of the side of a white, textured building on a sunny day. The words "BLIND TIGER" are painted in large, black, stylized letters on the wall, with orange triangular banners strung on a wire above. To the right of the text is a bright orange door, a small black-framed window, and a blue "Parking by Disabled Permit Only" sign. A parking lot is in the foreground.

Blind Tiger returns to Tampa’s Seminole Heights

All eight Blind Tiger locations are feeding kids in the SNAP gap.

by Selene San Felice November 12, 2025November 12, 2025

Cigar City Brewing moving to its namesake, Ybor City, in 2026

The brewhouse is coming too.

by Selene San Felice November 11, 2025November 11, 2025

Tampa Bay Bloody Mary Fest supports a bloody good cause in Tampa this weekend

When life hands you tomatoes…

by Selene San Felice November 10, 2025November 13, 2025

Two women stand behind a metal barrier, laughing and smiling at each other in a dense crowd during an evening music festival or event.

Music

Dunedin’s wine and blues festival returns this weekend

Four bands take to the green at Pioneer Park while more Dunedin-based breweries than ever help with libations.

by Ray Roa November 7, 2025November 7, 2025

A waist-up, indoor shot of four people standing side-by-side and smiling at the camera, likely at a bar or social event. From left to right: a man in a white button-down shirt, a woman in a dark floral dress, a woman in a blue and white patterned dress, and a bald man with a beard in a light blue patterned shirt.

Creative Loafing’s Whiskey Business brings ‘Boots, Brews & Bourbon’ to St. Pete’ this week

The James Museum will be buzzin’.

by Ray Roa November 5, 2025November 5, 2025

A waist-up, outdoor shot of a man and a woman smiling at the camera. The man on the left has a beard and glasses, wearing a green t-shirt that reads "NAMASTE YBOR," and holds a white food container. The woman on the right wears a black t-shirt with the text "Papi, Soy Vegana" and holds a pink smoothie. The background is brightly lit with blurred green trees.

Vegans can get their fill at Tampa Bay Veg Fest this weekend

Veg out on vegan seafood, soul food and more.

by Selene San Felice November 5, 2025November 6, 2025