You can breathe a sigh of relief, there still aren’t any big closings to report this week — yet. Instead, we’re celebrating newbies to the Tampa Bay food and drink scene.
OPENINGS
Chefs of Napoli The restaurant prides itself on traditional Italian practices, by loading up its kitchens with chefs trained in Italy. The full-service spot serves up a selection of fresh salads, stone-baked pizzas, casseroles, classic pasta dishes. Hours are 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday and Saturday. 10920 Cross Creek Blvd., Tampa. thechefsofnapoli.com
Fish Bowl Kitchen The latest location for the fast-casual concept is serving its signature menu packed with fresh-built poke bowls, acai bowls, boba milk tea, and Dole Whip desserts. Hours are 9 a.m.-9 p.m. seven days a week. 2882 Alt. U.S. 19, Palm Harbor. fishbowlkitchen.com
Tostones Inc. The popular food truck now has a brick-and-mortar location if you want to sit and savor your plate. Before you freak out, know that the food truck is still serving. Hours for the new location reflect the food truck’s: 11 a.m.-8 p.m., Monday through Wednesday; 11 a.m.- 10 p.m., Thursday through Saturday; noon-8 p.m. Sunday. 5831 Memorial Hwy., Tampa. tostonesinc.com
Ybor Beverage Co. The new coffee and wine lounge is filled with cozy couches and chairs for meet-ups and working remotely; there’s also plenty of prime foliage, making it an Instagram hotspot. Hours for Ybor Beverage Co. are 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. 1925 6th Ave., Ybor City. yborbeveragecompany.com
COMING SOON
Anthem House The grand opening of the boutique healthy shake and tea shop is on Saturday, November 2. Anthem House’s mission is to create a community and healthy-focused culture in Clearwater by holding women empowerment seminars, fitness and dance classes. Mark your calendar. 25028 U.S. Hwy 19 N., Clearwater. theanthemhouse.com
Bubbakoo’s Burritos The build-your-own burrito chain is shooting for five locations in Tampa Bay. Will it be as highly anticipated as the forthcoming Guthrie’s and Jollibee fast-food locations? We shall see. bubbakoos.com
Salty Crab Bar & Grill Beachside Hospitality is opening its fourth concept along Clearwater Beach in the next few weeks. Diners can grab breakfast, lunch and dinner throughout their beach day with a wide variety of eats ranging from land and sea creatures. 462 Mandalay Ave., Clearwater Beach. bshgrp.com
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This article appears in Oct 17-24, 2019.