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Chris Ponte and Outback founder’s new fast casual restaurant Bare Naked Kitchen is now open in south Tampa

This is the latest concept from the man behind Outback Steakhouse and PDQ.

by Kyla Fields February 9, 2022August 2, 2025

This is the latest concept from the man behind Outback Steakhouse and PDQ.

The former PDQ president is selling his Tampa mansion for $2.3 million

by CL Staff July 26, 2021

Tampa Bay PDQs are offering free chicken sandwiches to Popeyes employees this week

Just come in uniform or flash your name tag.

by Jenna Rimensnyder November 5, 2019November 7, 2023

22 chicken sandwiches in Tampa Bay everyone should try at least once

by CL Staff October 25, 2019

The CL Intern Issue: Beyond the barriers of dorm-room dining

The interns’ guide to Tampa Bay eats.

by CL Interns July 30, 2014June 29, 2025

ObaMazzaro’s

Plus: Battle of the Burg(er) ends, Tap House reopens.

by Arielle Stevenson September 28, 2012December 18, 2023

PDQ speedily freshens up Carrollwood

by Julie Garisto August 18, 2012March 8, 2024

PDQ and BGR: Two new eateries recall the early days of fast food

Back to basics

by Brian Ries December 22, 2011January 27, 2025