The Tampa Bay area is getting some exciting new eats this fall. Here are a few local eateries on the verge of debuting.

Pink Pineapple 5137 N. Florida Ave., Seminole Heights. The full bar to mix up classic rum-based tiki cocktails like Mai Tais and Zombies. Boozy punch bowls will be offered for parties up to six people. As far as tropical bar bites go, they turned to a professional to curate the menu — Noel Cruz, of Ichicoro and former Armature Works resident Chismis & Co. Cruz plans on serving up traditional Filipino cuisine Photo via Becky Rudolf
Jollibee 4045 Park Blvd N. #101, Pinellas Park. The popular Filipino fast-food chain is coming to Pinellas Park in the near future. Construction has just begun, but we’re ready for Chickenjoy to be in Tampa Bay. Photo via Jollibee/Facebook
Park and Rec Tampa 290 S. Meridian Ave., Tampa. On top of playful food, Park & Rec’s second location showcases four bars, bringing signature cocktails like a grown-up CapriSun across the bay. Giant beer pong and retro arcade games are other highlights. Photo via Park and Rec Tampa/Facebook
Shaker and Peel 3159 Curlew Rd., Clearwater Tampa Bay can flock to Oldsmar this month and snag some eats from taco-focused concept Shaker & Peel. Expect tacos comprised of farm-fresh ingredients, utilizing “multi-cultural flavors and unique food philosophy creates the ultimate dining experience for our guests.” Photo via Shaker and peel/Facebook
Bar Hwrd 302 S. Howard Ave., Tampa. The new cocktail joint will serve bites from the attached SoHo Fuego kitchen run by Chef Rene Valenzuela (founder of Taco Bus). Looks like you’ll need to add another location to your Sunday Funday bar crawl map. Photo via Bar Hwrd/Facebook
Two Shepherds 4813 N. Grady Ave., Tampa Tampa’s first indoor and outdoor dog bar will open late this year. There will be 16 taps on draft and wine at the ready. Two Shepherds will also regularly host food trucks. You can already sign yourself up for a membership before the dog park launches to ensure your pup has a spot on the list. Photo via Two Shepherds/Facebook
American Freedom Distillery 2232 5th Ave. S., St. Petersburg. This December, the kitchen of American Freedom launches by serving a limited menu with items designed to pair well with bourbon. A grand opening event in the Warehouse Arts District is scheduled for early 2020 following the holiday season. Photo via American Freedom Distillery
Barriehaus 1403 E. 5th Ave., Ybor City The microbrewery will be lager-specific and host a warm, rustic atmosphere. Owner, Jim Barrie’s brewing lineage runs deep, 150 years of brewing history, in fact, considering his great-great-great grandfather Philip Kling debuted Peninsular Brewing in 1863 after immigrating from Germany. Photo via Barriehaus/Facebook
Barterhouse 1811 N. 15th, Ybor City. Not long from now we can check out the new restaurant and lounge. We can expect an elevated, farm-direct experience when it comes to the menu selection. There will be a cocktail lounge pouring up craft cocktails and an extensive wine collection. Photo via Barterhouse
Greenstock 449 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. A new salad concept will take over the former Kalamazoo Olive Oil Company location. The owners of Il Ritorno will be crafting the menu with fresh ingredients and house-made dressings. Photo via The Hype Group
CellarMasters Wine Bar and Bottle Shop 1005 1st Ave. N., St. Petersburg. Offering up a hefty selection of rotating vinos by the bottle and glass, with a focus on natural wines, the bottle shop will also serve bites like cheeses, charcuterie and small plates. Look for a late fall opening. Photo via CellarMasters Wine Bar and Bottle Shop/Facebook
Better than Sex No Address Although the address nor the opening date for the dessert bar have been announced, Tampa Bay is ready and willing to welcome the concept. The menu items themselves are even semi-NSFW; like the Between My Red Velvet Sheets Cheesecake, Blueberry Birthday Suit and the Missionary Crisp. Photo via Better than sex/Facebook
Catrinas Tacos and Tequila Bar 1611 N. Howard Ave., Tampa. The women-owned eatery will incorporate an open-kitchen concept with fresh tamales made daily. With an emphasis on serving the freshest products, all meals will be first come, first served and will be available until they sell out for the day. Photo via Jenna Rimensynyder
Dead Bob’s Too 3681 South West Shore Boulevard, Tampa. The popular St. Petersburg dive bar and burger spot, is planning on launching a new location across the Bay. Get ready for late night bites and drinks, this location will also be open until 3a.m. Photo via Dead Bob’s Too
Guthrie’s Chicken 5224 S. Dale Mabry, Tampa. We’ve been itching for an opening date since we got wind that the award-winning chicken chain was coming to Tampa Bay. Now we can expect those golden fried delights in our hands by the fall. Photo via Guthrie’s Chicken/Facebook
Hogan’s Hangout 499 Mandalay Ave., Clearwater. Maniacs! WWE Hall of Famer, Hulk Hogan is opening a beach bar. A date has yet to be announced, but you can prepare for bar bites like burgers, soups, salads, and draft beers. Photo via Colin Wolf
La La’s Sangria Bar 203 N. Meridian Ave., Tampa. This fall, Channelside will welcome a sangria bar with some serious patio seating. Short scooter ride away from Sparkman Wharf. Photo via La La’s Sangria Bar/Facebook
Must Wine Loft 442 2nd St. N. in St., St. Petersburg. Founders of Must Wine have decided to launch a brick-and-mortar inside of a former laundromat. The European-inspired wine and cheese loft plans on hosting classes; it’ll also serve sandwiches, paninis, boards and a selection of pintxos and tapas this October. Photo via Google Maps
Olivia 3601 W. Swann Ave., Tampa. A mix of northern and southern Italian cuisine is on the menu. Options at Olivia include Neapolitan pizza and a wide range of pasta dishes. Did we mention a full bar? Photo via Olivia/Facebook
Poke Burri 4038 W Kennedy Blvd., Tampa. Atlanta sushi chain is weeks away from debuting its Tampa location. The restaurant will give Tampa a taste of its signature bowls like Tangy Crab & Shrimp or Spicy Tuna Kimchee, burrito rolls, and finger foods. Build-your-own bowls, salads, dumplings, and jalapeño poppers are also up for grabs. Photo via Poke Burri
Lolis Mexican Cravings 3324 W. Gandy Blvd., Tampa. The taco hotspot is set to launch its third location shortly with 11 types of mouthwatering tacos on the menu, including carnitas, shrimp, and lengua. The restaurant also serves up a variety of sopes, tortas, quesadillas, and tamales. Photo via Lolis Mexican Cravings/Facebook
Oxford exchange champagne bar 420 W. Kennedy Blvd., Tampa. Early October, Oxford Exchange will debut An antique French bar will be pouring up Champagne, sparkling rosé, Champagne cocktails or beer. Seating will be in the boutique area stationed along the windows so guests can enjoy every last drop while people watching. Photo via Oxford exchange/Instagram
Rocca 323 W. Palm Ave., Tampa. Not long before the debut of Italian concept Rocca. Rocca will focus on dinner service, beginning with starters ranging from a simple sourdough served with lemon butter and sea salt to cedar key clams prepared with red chili conserve, bagna verde and toasted breadcrumbs; not to mention calamari and cheese board options. Photo via Rocca/Facebook
Rocket Fizz 668 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. The third location of soda pop and candy shop is coming to the 600 block. Get ready for old-fashioned treats that will surely land you in the dentist’s chair. Photo via Rocket Fizz/Facebook
Fly Bar & Restaurant 442 West Kennedy Blvd., Tampa. If all goes well with permitting and construction, we can expect the reopening of Fly this December. The new location is going to offer lunch and dinner service seven days a week. Photo via Fly Bar & Restaurant
Ground Foods 6428 N. Florida Ave., Seminole Heights. Within the next few weeks, Seminole Height is set to welcome a new concept, Ground Foods Cafe which will serve up organic vegetarian Italian cuisine. Ground Foods’ sample opening menu consists of sandwiches like eggplant parm and pesto portobello, along with open-faced bites like ricotta roast. Photo via Ground Foods/Facebook