The 20 most-anticipated new bars and restaurants coming to Tampa Bay this spring

2D Cafe

2105 Central Ave., St. Petersburg
Three-dimensional living out, Flat Stanley is in. Harboring an illusion-based layout throughout the cafe, the menu of pastries and coffee will express a European flair. The cafe hopes to open by late February or early March.
Photo via 2D Cafe/Instagram

La Segunda Bakery

2424 4th S.t N, St. Petersburg, 727-388-4983
A taste of Ybor City culture makes its way to Pinellas when this Tampa staple starts serving Cuban staples like guava and cheese pastelitos and Cuban sandwiches to the beachside community.
Photo via La Segunda Bakery/Instagram

Dang Dude

615 Channelside Dr., Tampa
The fast-casual eatery will cater to every corner of dietary restrictions including gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian. Diners will get a chance to try the high-quality ingredients on their modern Asian menu in early March.
Photo via Dang Dude/Instagram

Brutalist Brewing Taproom “Temple of Beer”

1776 11th Ave. N, St. Petersburg
Focusing on the art of beer, Nate Young and Tim McTague are cultivating an immersive experience for those that step foot into the minimalist bar with a rotating, 20-beer tap list. A soft opening is scheduled for March 10 at King State Lagerfest.
Photo via Flying Boat/Facebook

Portillo’s

2302 Tyrone Blvd. N, St. Petersburg, 630-954-3773
St. Pete residents can now transport themselves to the suburbs of Chicago in the vintage chain’s next location. Commuters have noted the building is close to completion, so let’s hope we can pick up our chocolate cake shake in the coming weeks.
Photo via Portillo’s Website

Bonu Taverna

601 Central Ave., St. Petersburg
Sicilian staples move into the old Cider Press stomping grounds this spring season. “Jarbonara” and fried rice balls (arancini) await future patrons.
Photo via Bonu Taverna/Instagram

Florish

2307 S Dale Mabry Hwy., Tampa
Inspired by their plant-based sons looking out for the health of themselves and the planet, Keith and Jill Sadita want to alter the narrative of vegan food being bland or boring. The grand opening is set for March 1 and will hopefully be the first of many Tampa Bay locations.
Photo via Google Maps

Good Night John Boy

16 2nd St. N, St. Petersburg
Looking to get your groove on? Look no further than this 70’s-themed dance club and bar. Speciality cocktails and groovy decor will make its way to St. Pete’s Jannus Live block by the end of April.
Photo via Good Night John Boy/Facebook

Cider Press

3118 3rd Ave. N, St. Petersburg, (727) 914-7222
Rebranding itself into a late-night spot from its previous cozy and bright interior, the vegan gastropub will offer a revamped menu alongside the ambiance. It's unclear when the doors will open, but with an entertainment lineup including drag shows and karaoke, fingers crossed it’s before St. Pete Pride in June.
Photo via Cider Press/Facebook

Pop Goes the Waffle

5004 Tangerine Ave. S, Gulfport, 727-440-5800
From food truck dreams to a brick-and-mortar reality, this establishment reinventing how we experience the breakfast item is coming to the residents of Gulfport. You can pick up your handheld chicken and waffles or sweet liege waffle flavors sometime in March.
Photo via Pop Goes the Waffle/Facebook

Black Brick

4812 N Dale Mabry Hwy., Tampa, 813 875-9005
Bringing traditional Chinese cuisine with a Southern twist, even Guy Fieri couldn’t get enough of the Miami location’s pork shumai and Har gow crystal shrimp dumplings. The Tampa location is preparing to arrive this March.
Photo via Black Brick/Instagram

Twisted Indian

2641 Central Avenue, St. Petersburg, 727-954-3872
Searching for Twisted Indian’s ”naanwiches” and tikka masala tacos will be a thing of the past once the joint turns its food truck into a physical storefront, just across the street from Bandit Coffee Co., later this year.
Photo via Ray Roa

Lala

2324 Central Ave., St. Petersburg, 727-329-9455
The noraebang trend is meeting the Bay area demand with the opening of this restaurant and private karaoke room hybrid. The space has already soft opened, but guests can expect themed rooms ranging from disco party to tropical paradise, and an eclectic American-French menu makes this eatery a haven of entertainment.
Photo via Lala/Instagram

Ponte Tampa (Midtown)

1010 Gramercy Ln., Tampa
Foodies seeking the elegant side of Tampa’s culinary scene will get a new experience from Chris Ponte, owner of Hyde Park’s On Swann and modern-Italian establishment Olivia. An opening date is TBA, and followers of its socials are begging to know when they can line up for its premium selections of steak and seafood.
Photo via Ponte Tampa/Instagram

Mochinut

11401 N 56th St., Temple Terrace, 813-374-5781
The trendy franchise is bringing its niche Southeast Asian specialties to the Florida market. Hot Cheeto dusted Korean corn dogs and indulgent mochi donuts (mochinut for short) will open its first of many Florida locations late spring.
Photo via Mochinut/Instagram

Small Giant

1011 E Cumberland Ave., Tampa
The Ohio-style pizza spot with a minimalist social media presence will take real estate in the renewed Water Street development in the coming months.
Photo via Small Giant/Facebook

3 Daughter’s Tasting Room

381 Mandalay Ave., Clearwater Beach
A project that’s been “brewing” since 2019, the tasting room will offer exclusive, small-batch brews that will only be available at the Clearwater Beach location. A grand opening date hasn’t been set, but sources claim it will debut by the end of February.
Photo via 3 Daughter’s Brewing Website

Good Intentions

1900 1st Ave. S, St. Petersburg
The highly anticipated vegan dining experience is the love child of Black Radish Grocer, Nah Dogs and Golden Dinosaurs Deli. An elevated-American menu with late night hours that sets it apart from competitors has us counting down the days til the spring opening.
Photo via Good Intentions/Instagram

Zoie’s

2245 Central Ave. St. Petersburg
A safe-space in the making for the already LGBT+ friendly Central Avenue, owners intend to aid those from all walks of life in making unforgettable memories with diverse menu selections and drag shows. An opening date is slated for sometime this spring.
Photo via Google Maps

Wine on Water

1011 E Cumberland Ave., Tampa
Flora, fauna, and 500 selections of booze? Sounds like paradise. The wine and liquor store will offer a rotating wine list that can be enjoyed in the outdoor garden that will surely thrive in its springtime arrival.
Photo via Water Street Tampa/Facebook