20 classic Tampa Bay diners, delis, and cafes you should have tried by now

Jo-El’s

2619 23rd Avenue North, St. Petersburg, FL
Started over 35 years ago, inside of a four-car garage Jo-El’s was born. The Kosher deli, market and cafe prides themselves on customer service and look to make sure each and every customer has a great experience when shopping in their store. Their menu items include fresh veggies, meats and bread.

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La Segunda Ybor

2512 N. 15th Street Ybor City, FL
Established in 1915, La Segunda Bakery has been cooking up fresh cuban sandwiches, tasty hispanic pastries and a variety of other treats for decades. This authentic cuban bakery was made possible by the vision of Spanish-American War veteran Juan Moré's love for food.

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Mazzaro’s

2909 22nd Avenue N St Petersburg, FL
Established in 1993, Mazzaro’s is a multi-cuisine, Italian market that caters to a variety of customers. The popular deli also offers outdoor seating, take out, breakfast, lunch and dinner options, as well as Mazzoro’s merch.

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Café Hey

1540 N. Franklin Ave. Tampa FL
After shutting down back in july for renovations, Cafe Hey sent many into panic. But, the classic cafe has since reopened and added a new draft bar where you can get your regular or sample Collective’s Canadian-based brew. They still offer their popular Cuban sandwiches alongside other fan favorites.

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Frenchy’s

41 Baymont St, Clearwater Beach, FL
What if we told you that a Canadian man fell in love with Clearwater Beach and decided he’d open a restaurant in 1981 and name it after his childhood nickname? Well, then we’d be telling you the story of how Frenchy’s Original Cafe was established and now, they’re still serving up fresh seafood for the family.

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Three Coins Diner

7410 N Nebraska Ave. Tampa, FL
The Three Coins Diner has been a Seminole Heights landmark since 1984. This old-fashioned restaurant offers a variety of home cooked meals, from seafood and pasta to chicken wings and garlic bread. Three Coins is open 24/7, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.

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Coney Island Grill

250 Martin Luther King Jr. St N. St. Petersburg, FL
Coney Island Grill has been around for more than 90 years, serving the public with their famous Coney Hot Dogs that originated back in Jackson, Michigan. Although, you’ll probably be going to Coney’s for the hot dogs they do offer menu items such as burgers, ham and egg sandwiches, chili and even shakes.

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Olde Bay Cafe

51 Main Street Dunedin, FL
What used to be a fish house back in 1930, was soon bought in 1971 by The Dunedin Fish Company and transformed into one of The Bay area's finest restaurants. Olde Bay Cafe which sits right along the marina, offers a variety of fresh fish entrees with soups, salads and desserts.

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Sunday’s Delicatessen

1930 E 7th Ave Unit C, Tampa, FL
Sunday’s Delicatessen has been feeding Ybor City since 2012 and they don’t plan on slowing down. This Restaurant offers a wide range of menu items, such as soups, sandwiches, cold cuts, dairy products and even pastries.

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Datz

2616 S. MacDill Ave, Tampa, FL
Since debuting in 2009, Datz has really made a name for themselves, with their creative dishes, burgers, cocktails, and craft beers. In 2013, they moved next door to a bigger location, and launched Dough, a from-scratch bakery in the former space.

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Trip’s Diner

2339 Martin Luther King Jr St N. St. Petersburg, FL
Named after triplets Libby, Will and John, Trip’s Diner in St. Pete location opened in 2012 and has since added two other locations in Seminole Heights and North Tampa. The diner offers cuisine such as pasta, chicken, fish, pies, cakes and plenty more(like hubcap-sized pancakes).

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Heights Seafood Co.

6421 N. Florida Ave. Tampa, FL
Heights seafood Co. opened their doors in 2018 and have welcomed customers to daily freshly caught fish and smoked fish spreads. The Seminole Heights fish market pride themselves in offering premium cuts of fish alongside poke and ceviche.

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Boozy Pig

3255 W Cypress St. Tampa, FL
The Tamboozo family has been involved in the art of sausage making for three generations now and look to hold on to that family tradition. The Boozy Pig is a craft butchery that offers customizable pieces of meat alongside sandwiches, bacon and sausages.

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Goody Goody

1601 W. Swann Ave. Tampa, FL
Goody Goody opened first their doors in 1925, but then closed in 2005. However, 4th generation co-owner Richard Gonsmart bought the classic franchise in 2014 and has since given Tampa Bay residents what they deserve, classic burgers, milkshakes and hot pies.

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Saigon Deli

3858 W Waters Ave, Tampa, FL
Saigon Deli is a combination of classic Vietnamese dishes such as pho and vermicelli, mixed with the convenience of countertop cold-cuts and premium meats.

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Central Coffee Shoppe

530 Central Avenue St. Petersburg, FL
Back in 1975 Central Coffee Shoppe debuted and gave downtown St. Pete a breakfast and lunch spot to go to. Now, over 40 years later that same coffee shop is still providing good food such as smoked sausage, steak and eggs and of course, coffee.

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Banyan

689 Dr MLK Jr. Blvd St. Petersburg, FL
Banyan opened in 2008 with their MLK location and quickly gained popularity. The cafe has now opened a new location in St. Pete offering the same classic taste you love. Banyan’s menu includes choices such as their salmon bowl, waffles, eggs, grits, yogurt and a lot more.

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Dunderbak’s

14929 Bruce B Downs Blvd. Tampa, FL
Founded back in 1974 inside of Tampa’s University Mall Mr. Dunderbak’s was created. This all-Bavarian inspired market has grown into a popular destination for the Bay’s “meat” needs. Dunderbak’s deli has a wide range of european cheeses and meats that are otherwise hard to find within the area, they also offer craft beer, seated dining, and european goodies.

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Munch’s Sundries

3920 6th Street South St. Petersburg,FL
Originally founded in 1952 as a Sundries store and post office, the spot soon turned into a huge family-run business now known as Munch’s Restaurant and Sundries. This restaurant offers a wide variety of breakfast options, as well as lunch. Try their super breakfast combos, or if you’re really hungry, try asking for their dozen eggs or pound of bacon. Munch’s was also featured on Guy Fieri’s “Diners Drive-ins and Dives.”

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The Lucky Dill

33180 US Highway 19 Palm Harbor, FL
Over 25 years ago The Lucky Dill Deli opened its doors in Palm Harbor. The deli provides breakfast, lunch and dinner, along with a whole lot to choose from. Try some of their signatures meals such as the East Hampton “Muscles” or The Mack Of Cheeses.

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