Openings
7venth Sun Brewery Both the Tampa and Dunedin 7venth Sun locations are back open and ready for service. In order to reopen to the public, the brewery had to transform into a restaurant to adhere to CDC regulations. Now craft beer enthusiasts can enjoy a signature pour (and a bite) on either side of the bridge. Not ready to sip and socialize? You can still grab your cans to go. Tampa location is stationed at 6809 N. Nebraska Ave., while Dunedin’s is at 1012 Broadway Blvd. 7venthsun.com
Bamboozle After remodeling, Bamboozle’s Channelside location has reopened. The joint known for Vietnamese fare is operating as takeout only, and the menu includes fresh rolls from veggie and tofu to shrimp and pork. Customers can also grab pho soups (beef, chicken or vegan), salads as well as banh mis. Order online or by phone at 813-228-7500. 109 N. 12th St., Tampa. bamboozlerestaurants.com
Bodega The new location will have no menu changes, so guests can enjoy Bodega classics like the Cuban, lechon and pollo sandwiches, as well as more modern and vegetarian options like vegetarian and tempeh sandos. St. Pete residents can once again get their Cuban food fix from 11 a.m.-11 p.m. 1180 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. eatbodega.com
Coming soon
Bento Asian Kitchen + Sushi Next month, Bento is opening its second Tampa Bay location near the University of South Florida. The fast-casual restaurant is set to offer its loaded menu of wok-seared dishes, sushi, build-your-own poke bowls, rice and noodle bowls, and bento boxes. The concept offers indoor and outdoor seating, as well as takeout and delivery. 5103 E. Fowler Ave., Tampa. eatatbento.com
Dal Moro’s Fresh Pasta To Go Next month St. Pete is debuting a fresh pasta to-go concept right across the street from Maple Street Biscuit Co. Five varieties of pasta are on the menu, including fusilli, spaghetti, gnocchi, bigoli and linguine. Customers can choose from nine artisan sauces like Pesto, Carbonara and Bolognese. Get ready for a carb overload. 653 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. dalmoros.us
The Hall at Midtown Tampa Heights’ Hall on Franklin food hall founder, Jamal Wilson, is launching a sister concept, “The Hall at Midtown”, and it’s set to open in early 2021. The concept will accompany neighbors in the forthcoming Midtown development like Shake Shack, BellaBrave New Trattoria, and a new still-unnamed restaurant by chef Chris Ponte. Also in store for The Hall at Midtown is all-day service, a private dining room and a digital golf driving lane. 3725 W. Grace St., Tampa.
Jack Pallino’s Napoletano Style Pizza and Sports Bar The restaurant is coming along next door to its sister concept, Jack’s Bottle Shop, which made its debut in June. Diners can expect flavors from the south of Italy, as well as some imaginative pies by chef Traci Bryant. Jack’s is a descendant of the Nina Hospitality group, also known for Caracara, Coattails, and Taco Baby. 718 Broadway, Dunedin. pallinospizza.com
Pour Judgement The bar is set to offer over 269 craft shots and plans to open in the former Tamiami space later this month (any shot can be turned into a cocktail for a $2 upcharge). From the owners of One Night Stand, the new shot bar will feature the five main liquor groups (whiskey, vodka, gin, tequila and rum) among others, as well as popular cocktails in miniature shot form. Despite the pandemic and insanely strict bar rules, Pour Judgement plans to open on Friday, August 21 (gourmet pressed sandos are on the menu). 269 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. @pourjudgementdtsp on Instagram.
ICYMI
Jake’s Coastal Cantina The fast-casual Mexican restaurant has moved right around the corner to a new location. The concept is known for its tacos, tamales and specialty margaritas. Just a heads up, at this time the resto is not taking pickup orders by phone. Jake’s offers indoor and covered outdoor seating, as well as takeout service. 500 1st St., Indian Rocks Beach. jakescoastalcantina.com
Pegasus Lounge liquor license suspended The Department of Business and Professional Regulation announced the emergency suspensions of licenses for Pegasus Lounge & Package in Tampa along with three other establishments in the state. The state agency reported the businesses exceeded a 50 percent maximum indoor capacity limit and served alcohol to patrons who were “shoulder to shoulder” in bar areas.
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This article appears in Aug 20-26, 2020.