The 20 hottest new Tampa Bay bars and restaurants to open so far in 2023

As the temps begin to climb, so does the hype around this year's new eateries in Tampa Bay. As of now, 2023…

By Tyana Rodgers

Boulon Brasserie
1001 Water St., Tampa ,(813) 768-9988
Also from Next Level Brands, Boulon Brasserie is all about fine dining, featuring a French-style menu with a cafe and full-service bar. Guests can expect a spread of seafood and steak options whipped up by Chef Habteab “Hab” Hamde who was the executive chef at Bern’s Steak House. The layout includes two outdoor patios, a 7,000 square-foot dining room, sleek decor and floor-to-ceiling windows.
Photo via  Boulon Brasserie & Bakery/Facebook
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The 20 most-anticipated new restaurants coming to Tampa Bay in 2022

Well, 2021 was a great year for new eats in Tampa Bay, and it looks like 2022 might top it.  From more…

By Stephanie Powers

Portillo’s
St. Petersburg
 Chicagoland favorite Portillo’s is opening its third Tampa Bay location near Tyrone Square Mall in St. Petersburg in the first half of next year. The Chicago-style weiner and steak sandwich slinging, fast casual concept already has locations in Tampa (2102 E Fowler Ave.) and Brandon (1748 Brandon Blvd.), but this is the restaurant's first foray into the ‘Burg.
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The 20 hottest new restaurants in St. Pete right now

While you were in, the Tampa Bay restaurant scene made some big moves, and St. Petersburg arguably had some of the most-anticipated…

By CL Staff

Caddy’s on Madeira Beach
    14080 Gulf Blvd., Madeira Beach
    Caddy’s on Madeira Beach is literally right on the beach, with a two-story bar, waterfront views and outdoor seating with picnic tables. The main restaurant is upstairs and opened in March. It's got barside classics like wings and lots of drinks.
    Photo via Caddy’s on Madeira Beach/Facebook
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The 30 hottest new restaurants in Tampa Bay right now

Now that you're fully-vaxxed, eating at restaurants is back, and a lot less scary. But Tampa Bay's dining scene has changed considerably…

By CL Staff

Gangchu
    6618 N Nebraska Ave., Tampa, (813) 723-4264
     Korean fried chicken and beer complete each other in this Seminole Heights former garage space. There’s also beef bulgogi cheesesteak, enough said.
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The 20 most-anticipated new Tampa Bay restaurants opening this spring

Last year was tough for local restaurants, and Tampa Bay said goodbye to plenty of iconic spots. The good news, spring is…

By CL Staff

Twisted Indian  
    
    2641 Central Ave., St. Petersburg 
    St. Pete Rising says the popular food truck is shooting for a spring opening for a brick and mortar location in St. Petersburg’s Grand Central neighborhood.  The menu will include some of the Indian food truck’s popular dishes like tikka masala naanwiches in addition to new items.
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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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St. Pete had more new restaurants than anywhere else in Tampa Bay this year, here are 25 you should know

Out of all the Tampa Bay areas, no place witnessed a bigger explosion of new, exciting restaurants in 2020 than St. Petersburg.…

By CL Staff

On The Fly
    4447 4th Street N., St. Petersburg, (727) 325-2973
    From popular Tampa Bay restaurant group Ciccio comes On The Fly, a food hall concept containing some of the groups most popular restaurants. Vendors include Sweet Soul, an acai and bowl spot, Fresh Kitchen, a health-conscious build-your-own restaurant, Better Byrd, a chicken-centric concept and Taco Dirty, a Chipotle-esque modern Mexican place.
    Photo via On The Fly/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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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 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 most-anticipated new restaurants coming to Tampa Bay in 2020

This year was good, but next year is looking even more delicious. The Tampa Bay restaurant scene is about to serve up…

By CL Staff

Chick’nCone  
    425 Central Ave, St. Petersburg
    The fast-casual concept serves fork-free chicken and waffles on-the-go. Get ready for fried nuggets of chicken tossed in sauces of your choice including sweet, mild and spicy. Signature menu options include Cinna-Maple which is a cone of fried chicken tossed in maple syrup, Kick'n Ranch, Buffalo Blue, and Peri Peri (and African chili) then drenched in chili sauce.
    
    Photo via Chick’nCone/Facebook
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The most-anticipated new restaurants coming to Tampa Bay this fall

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

By CL Staff

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
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21 dreamy photos of New American tavern Oak & Stone in St. Petersburg

Downtown St. Pete's Oak & Stone was a mixed bag for CL Restaurant Critic Jon Palmer Claridge. His recent visit, however, proved…

By CL Staff

The burrata caprese with marinated grape tomatoes halves, a bunch of arugula, balsamic syrup, chili oil and a piece of crunchy garlic toast.
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