The 25 hottest new restaurants in Tampa Bay right now, according to Yelp

Sure, we love letting readers know about new places to eat around Tampa Bay, but sometimes you need to hear from someone…

By Tyana Rodgers

Del Taco
4.5 out 5 stars, 15 reviews
5610 Manatee Ave., Bradenton
”Excellent food! It was so nice to learn that a Del Taco was coming to this area. I have only seen them in California, so it's nice to see them around here.
The menu is nice and big with burritos, tacos and much more. The prices are fair and the quality is great. Combos come with fries, instead of tortilla chips. I definitely will be back.
I think more Del Taco locations are planned for the surrounding area too! Keep it up!!” - Robert W.
Photo via Google Maps
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20 underrated new restaurants that opened in Tampa Bay this year

This year we've seen a ton of new eateries pop up across the Bay, so here are some of our picks for…

By Min Craig

I.C. Sharks
10020 Gandy Blvd. N, St. Petersburg, 727-914-4987
I.C. Sharks began as a seafood market and recently relaunched as a new bar and grill, serving fresh catch and ice cold drinks. It still provides plenty of fresh fish to go, so you can make your own seafaring delicacies from the comfort of your own home.  
Photo via I.C Sharks/Facebook
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The most-anticipated new restaurants coming to Tampa Bay this fall

It's time to fall into some restaurant openings, Tampa Bay. Supply chain issues aside, we totally think most of these much-anticipated spots…

By Molly Ryan

Torchy’s Tacos

     2314 Tyrone Blvd. N, St. Petersburg
    This winter, Austin staple, Torchy’s Tacos, is bringing “damn good” tacos to the Bay. Known for its decadent and creative combinations, Torchy’s signature, and most acclaimed, taco is its Trailer Park taco with fried chicken, green chiles, lettuce, pico de gallo, cheddar jack cheese and poblano sauce—don’t forget to make it “trashy” by replacing the lettuce with green chile queso.
    Photo via torchystacos.com
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The 20 best new Tampa bars and restaurants that opened so far this year

In the past year, Tampa has become a playground for celebrity chefs, out-of-the-box concepts, reinvention, new franchising and fine dining. To make…

By Molly Ryan

Dang Dude  

615 Channelside Dr., 813-582-1770
Created by 2017 James Beard semifinalist Ferrell Alvarze and other associates, Dang Dude is one of the newest spots in Sparkman Wharf’s brigade of container restaurants. The fast-casual Asian fusion restaurant offers contemporary American food, like its fried grouper bits, alongside more traditional selections like rou jia mo Chinese-style baked buns.
Photo via Dang Dude/Facebook
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The 25 most-anticipated new restaurants coming soon to Tampa Bay

Tampa Bay's massive amounts of growth and development in the last year does not only mean shiny new buildings and clogged highways…

By Molly Ryan

Dave’s Hot Chicken  

Multiple locations
It’s no secret that the Tampa Bay Area is becoming a haven for chicken lovers, and L.A.-based Dave’s Hot Chicken is coming to hop in on the action. Signing a deal to open eight locations in the greater Tampa area in the coming years, the chicken spot carries something for all eaters with spice levels ranging from “no spice” to “the reaper”.
Photo via Photo via Dave's Hot Chicken/Website
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The 25 most anticipated Tampa Bay restaurants opening in 2021

Surprisingly, 2020 saw plenty of new eats in Tampa Bay, and it's looking like 2021 will be just as good. From boozy…

By CL Staff

Sal Y Mar 
    3650 Midtown Dr., Tampa
     This rooftop bar is scheduled to debut in January 2021. Expect a casual and sophisticated vibe, and a menu filled with tapas, cocktails, as well as local craft beers and wine. Sal Y Mar boasts indoor and outdoor seating amid Mayan-inspired decor, and a 360-degree view of the Bay area through floor-to-ceiling windows. 
    Photo via Concord Hospitality
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25 essential suburban restaurants that opened in Tampa Bay in 2020

Despite all of *points to the world outside* this, plenty of new restaurants sprang up in Tampa Bay this year, and while…

By CL Staff

Side Piece
    587 Main St., Dunedin, (727)-351-5105
    From the owners of popular Dunedin restaurant The Restorative comes this casual concept, Side Piece. Standouts on the menu are paninis like the “liz lemon” with turkey, pastrami, sauerkraut, and Russian dressing or the vegetarian “fungus amungus.” The concept also offers dishes like hot dogs and pad thai popcorn.
    Photo via Side Piece/Instagram
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The 25 most-anticipated restaurants coming to Tampa Bay this fall

Summer already saw a slew of new eateries debut in Tampa Bay, but the year isn't over. From new Indian street food…

By CL Staff

Hiccups & Churroholic
    13030 N. Dale Mabry Hwy., Tampa
    This Asian-inspired chain is coming to Tampa soon. A collaboration between Hiccups Teahouse and Churroholics, they will sell dishes like popcorn chicken, pho, kimchi fried rice, garlic noodles, and of course, churros. The churros are made-to-order and come in a variety of unique flavors like matcha.
    Photo via Hiccups & Churroholic/Facebook
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Over 50 new restaurants opened in Tampa Bay this summer, here are a few worth trying

Without a doubt this past summer was one of the toughest environments for Tampa Bay businesses, especially restaurants. But despite the pandemic,…

By CL Staff

Pinoy
    1113 Central Ave., St. Petersburg, (727) 281-0072
    This recently opened Filipino restaurant in St. Petersburg offers traditional Filipino dishes as well as drinks like buko juice, which is coconut milk made with young coconut meat. For vegan patrons, Pinoy offers dishes like vegetable lumpia, curry and pancit made up of stir-fried rice noodles, carrot, celery, green beans, onion and cabbage.
    Photo via Pinoy/Facebook
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The most-anticipated new restaurants coming to Tampa Bay this summer

While the pandemic took a lot of restaurants and small businesses down with it this year, Tampa Bay is still seeing new…

By CL Staff

Pickford Sundries  
    2606 W. Hillsborough Ave., Tampa
    The historic Pickford Sundries is reopening with a new restaurant concept, Lesiak’s Counter. With a section of the spot dedicated to the history of Pickford Sundries, the new restaurant concept will feature modern twists on classic southern menu items. 
    
    Photo via Ben Pomales
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30 new Tampa Bay restaurants that opened this spring

It's been a turbulent few months for Tampa Bay's food industry, to say the least. But through it all some new and…

By CL Staff

Red Mesa Quatro  
    128 3rd St., St. Petersburg
    Part of the Red Mesa Cantina’s line of restaurant concepts, Quatro is a ghost kitchen serving a little bit of everything. Located on the second floor of Red Mesa Cantina, Quatro is offering pickup or delivery options, but its dining room remains closed.
    
    Photo via Red Mesa Quatro/Facebook
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The most-anticipated new restaurants coming to Tampa Bay this spring

From viral food joints to local breweries, Tampa Bay has a lot to look forward to this Spring. Here are a few…

By CL Staff

Chick’nCone  
    425 Central Ave, St. Petersburg
     Get ready for fried nuggets of chicken tossed in sauces of your choice including sweet, mild and spicy. Food porn sensation Chick'nCone is opening a franchise location on the 400 block in St. Petersburg. On a phone call with CL, franchisee Kyle Blanchard said despite setbacks, the restaurant is set to open in late March or early April.
    
    Photo via Chick’nCone/Instagram
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The 25 hottest restaurants in Tampa Bay right now

In terms of new culinary offerings, 2020 is already off to a bang in Tampa Bay. From new beer bars, viral fast…

By CL Staff

Luv Child  
    516 S Howard Ave, Tampa
    Ciccio Restaurant Group (Fresh Kitchen, Green Lemon, Taco Dirty, Forbici) opened a 70s-inspired mexican restaurant in SoHo. The restaurant has a separate brunch and dinner menu, both accompanied by their own cocktail menu, featuring beer, wine, and frozen mojitos. 
    Photo via Luv Child/Facebook
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The 25 hottest restaurants in Tampa Bay right now

Tampa Bay's restaurant scene is popping off. From new cocktail bars to date-night eateries, to waterfront fish shacks, there are plenty of…

By CL Staff

Golden Dinosaurs Vegan Deli
      
    2930 Beach Blvd. S., Gulfport, 727-873-6901
    As Golden Dinosaurs approaches its first birthday in the bay, the vegan paradise has a few gifts for its customers. The vegan deli started serving its weekend brunch from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in late June and is now offering delivery through Postmates. 
    
    Photo via Golden Dinosaurs Vegan Deli/Facebook
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Every new Tampa Bay restaurant that's opened so far in 2019

So far, this has been a great year for new Tampa Bay restaurants. From taco joints to new hole-in-the-wall sushi spots, it's…

By CL Staff

Wine & Wood  
    614 S Howard Ave, Unit C, Tampa, 813-284-7346
    With a veggie-forward fare, Wine & Wood has an extensive wine bar, and also carries two cocktail-y options, red sangria and mimosas, plus draft beer.
    
    Photo via Wine & Wood/Facebook
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