West Tampa deli and bakery Alessi is finally making strides in its move to a new location.
Earlier this year, Alessi, a family-owned business that’s been a staple in Tampa for over a century, shared plans to move out of its current location. While records from the Hillsborough County Property Appraiser website stated that the location was purchased in 2022, construction on the new spot—in the historic Tampa Letter Carriers’ former building at 3003 W Cypress St. just 500 feet away—only recently started with an estimated mid-2025 opening date.
Records from the City of Tampa show that Alessi is teaming up with JVB Architect, a Best of the Bay Reader’s Choice Winner for Best Architect, on the buildout. The firm has previously worked on restaurants like Bavaro’s, Whiskey Joe’s in Pensacola, and World of Beer. Tampa Bay Business and Wealth says the new location plans on opening in the middle of next year.
Alessi Bakery initially opened its doors in 1912, serving its iconic cakes, Cuban sandwiches and baked goods in Tampa. It’s been at its current location for over five decades, with four generations of the family at the helm.
Alessi’s current location is still open, with no announced closing date yet.
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This article appears in Nov 28 – Dec 4, 2024.