The Pearl ($45/person, dine-in). 823 Water St. C100, Tampa Credit: C/o of The Pearl

Sparkman Wharf’s newest concept Half Moon Seafood Company—which will celebrate its grand opening sometime this month—specializes in Nashville Hot Fish sandwiches, New Orleans-inspired po’boys and other classic Southern dishes. The Tampa-based company prides itself on its sustainable seafood offerings, with prices ranging from $10-$20. More information is at halfmoonseafood.com.
National Oyster Day is on Aug. 5, but The Pearl (823 Water St. in Tampa) is getting ahead of the game by launching an “Oyster Hour” featuring $2 oysters in its tavern area from 2 p.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Thursday. Wine features will fluctuate based on season and availability.
St. Pete rooftop bar Cane & Barrel—located on the top floor of downtown’s AC Hotel at 110 2nd St. N—recently launched a Tuesday industry night with 30% off all food and drinks for local restaurant workers. Proof of employment is required.
Water Street’s Boulon Brasserie is celebrating Bastille Day on Friday, July 14 to commemorate the anniversary of the storming of the Bastille—one of the major events of the French Revolution. The French restaurant hosts live music from 4 p.m.-6 p.m. alongside a variety of free French bites. This event is free to attend and does not require reservations. More information is at @boulontampa on Instagram.
The Tampa EDITION’s Punch Room team is traveling to Miami for an “old Hollywood”-themed pop-up on Thursday, July 20 from 8 p.m.-11 p.m. This glamorous event will feature four punches from master mixologist Tural Hasanov. More information is at editionhotels.com.
St. Pete Beach is the home to the newest Playa Bowls location at 4655 Gulf Blvd.; the New Jersey-based brand specializes in smoothies, acai bowls and other healthy options. It celebrates its grand opening on Saturday, July 15 at 10 a.m. 4655 Gulf Blvd., and the first 50 people in line will receive free bowls and the first 100 in line will receive Playa Bowls merch.
Downtown Tampa’s Melting Pot Social ( 105 W Tyler St. ) hosts its “MeltSO of Tampa” event on Wednesday, July 26, where 10 lucky cheese-lovers will win free fondue for an entire year. The giveaway’s first 100 attendees will receive $15 coupons, too. Folks that want to win its free fondue must arrive at the restaurant by 10 a.m.
Clearwater’s Yellow Rooster Coffee (5072 113th Ave. N) hosts a cupping event for its newly-dropped beans from Brazil and Guatemala on Thursday, August 3 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Come and rub elbows with Tampa Bay’s coffee community at this educational, yet laid back event.
Two Tampa restaurants made it onto Opentable’s list of “Most Popular Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in America”: Tampa Heights’ Ulele—which specializes in Florida-inspired fare— and classic steak and seafood restaurant Ocean Prime.
On Wednesday, July 26 St. Pete’s Shuffleboard Club hosts its monthly “history with a side of cocktails” event, where attendees can learn about the 100 year-old history of the organization while sipping on tasty summer-inspired beverages. It’s free to attend for club members and $10 for non-members.