La Terrazza Ristorante Italiano is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Tampa.

1. La Terrazza Ristorante Italiano

8.2
1727 E 7th Ave, Tampa, FL
Italian Restaurant · Historic Ybor · 22 tips and reviews

RachaelRachael: Truly authentic Northern Italian restaurant in the heart of Ybor. Great, friendly servers & atmosphere. Everything we tried was delicious-- the pesto dish (add chicken!) and salmon app were my faves.

Mike A.Mike Alexandratos: Authentic Italian food

Gregorio B.Gregorio B.: This quaint ristorante is worth checking out especially if you like authentic Italian cuisine.

The Columbia Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Tampa.

2. The Columbia Restaurant

8.9
2117 E 7th Ave (bt N 21st & 22nd Sts), Tampa, FL
Cuban Restaurant · Historic Ybor · 225 tips and reviews

Bob BuckhornBob Buckhorn: Everything is good but get the Cuban for the real Ybor experience. Their Cuban bread is from La Segunda, a historic and authentic bakery just a few blocks away.

Michelle S.Michelle S: Great sangria and service, lobster flatbread and soups are amazing...chorizo app and rib app a little dry and tough...paella was not authentic no crust on rice and meat over cooked

Mario T.Mario Tang: The most authentic cuban food outside of miami or cuba 1905 salad is ginormous

Trattoria Pasquale is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Tampa.

3. Trattoria Pasquale

9.0
4334 S Manhattan Ave, Tampa, FL 33611 (Euclid & Manhattan Area), Tampa, FL
Italian Restaurant · Southwest Tampa · 15 tips and reviews

Luigi C.Luigi Cavallaro: Authentic Italian food. You'll feel like part of the family!

Champagne Girl 💋🏈🍷🇮🇹Champagne Girl 💋🏈🍷🇮🇹: Try the Pappardelle - Best Italian I've had in #Tampa #authentic #fresh #delicious

Russ H.Russ Hayes: This place is amazing. Surprised to see a restaurant with such authentic flavors. I travel to Europe often and Luigi's meals are as close we'll get to the real thing this side of the Atlantic

La Teresita is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Tampa.

4. La Teresita

9.2
3248 W Columbus Dr (at Lincoln Ave.), Tampa, FL
Cuban Restaurant · 130 tips and reviews

NJ C.NJ Costanzo: Authentic Cuban food and open 24 hours!

Michelle M.Michelle Mazuros: A must for anyone wanting an authentic "Tampa experience." Huge portions for very affordable prices.

Amanda G.Amanda Goldsborough: Great authentic affordable Cuban food.

La Segunda Bakery is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Tampa.

5. La Segunda Bakery

9.1
2512 N 15th St (Corner of 15th St. and 15th Ave.), Tampa, FL
Bakery · 28 tips and reviews

ᴡ S.ᴡ Sherlock: The service is quick and very polite, authentic Cuban's. Called me señora when I was called up! Delicious food!!

Jeff B.Jeff Borrero Ruiz: Great bakery place w/ authentic cuban & baked goods. Recommend ordering online as the place gets crowded. They routinely export their good cuban breads. Tried the Bacon Avocado Sandwich (7.5/10).

Jolene S.Jolene Sopalski: Everything is amazing. The cinnamon rolls are melt in your mouth good. The bacon, egg and cheese toast is the best.

TacoSon is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Tampa.

6. TacoSon

8.9
7521 N 56th St, Tampa, FL
Mexican Restaurant · 43 tips and reviews

CindyCindy: Best authentic food. My favorite so far.

Nicole D.Nicole Desiree: Good breakfast items. Very close to authentic Mexican compared to where I'm from.

Lorena F.Lorena Flores Ortiz: Cheese Quesadilla are huge and filling. Great taste for cheap

Taco Bus is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Tampa.

7. Taco Bus

8.2
913 E Hillsborough Ave (at Nebraska Ave), Tampa, FL
Food Truck · Southeast Seminole Heights · 225 tips and reviews

Craig B.Craig Brubaker: Get anything, absolutely anything, as it is all terrific. Beans and rice authentic and perfect. And wash it all down with an orange Jarrito, mmmmm. Read more.

TBOcomTBOcom: Chef Rene Valenzuela's Taco Bus is synonymous with authenticity, serving dishes based on recipes he brought from Monterrey- large servings low prices.Open 24/7, it's a great spot for late-night eats.

BebaBeba: This is my favorite authentic Mexican restaurant in Tampa. I normally order the Carnitas Pibil tacos, with orchata. On the weekends, super late or super early, I stick with Menudo, and bottle of coke

West Tampa Sandwich Shop is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Tampa.

8. West Tampa Sandwich Shop

9.0
3904 N Armenia Ave (Douglas), Tampa, FL
Cuban Restaurant · 44 tips and reviews

Josh M.Josh M: Best Cuban sandwich that I've had. Definitely authentic

J B.J Barnett: Legendary Tampa establishment... The go to spot when in the Bay area.. Authentic Cuban cuisine and atmosphere...

David H.David Hevia: This is a true family place. Home cooking and you get spoken to like family. Cubans are the best and the honey Cuban is a must.

Four Green Fields is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Tampa.

9. Four Green Fields

8.6
205 W Platt St (btw Plant Ave & Parker St.), Tampa, FL
Pub · Hyde Park North · 43 tips and reviews

Jackie W.Jackie Walker: Perfect pint of Guinness !!! Authentic pub!! Love John the bartender! He's grand!

Michael T.Michael Tyson: THE most authentic Irish pub on the west coast of Florida. The Guinness is brilliant and the fish and chips are perfect!

Brian L.Brian LaVigne: Live music, cold beer, great authentic irish pub

Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Tampa.

10. Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria

8.2
514 N Franklin St, Tampa, FL
Pizzeria · 29 tips and reviews

Brian K.Brian Kaylor: Authentic Italian-style pizza. This place is a must if you're in downtown Tampa!

Chris O.Chris O'Loughlin: Real authentic. The deep dish pizza.

Johnny B.Johnny Bones: Great wood fired pizza.

Japanese Kitchen Dosunco is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Tampa.

11. Japanese Kitchen Dosunco

8.4
3310 W Kennedy Blvd, Tampa, FL
Ramen Restaurant · Southwest Tampa · 9 tips and reviews

MattMatt: Incredible authentic ramen. Their gyoza are great too.

Marlon A.Marlon Alaan: I 💙 their spicy miso ramen! Not salty unlike the other popular new ramen house in town. If I live closer. I'll be here once a week.

Jeff B.Jeff Borrero Ruiz: Not bad! Tried the Dosunko Ramen but the ramen itself was a little undercooked but overall not bad at all. If we lived closer by would probably come by again.

Pho Quyen is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Tampa.

12. Pho Quyen

8.6
2740 E Fowler Ave, Tampa, FL
Vietnamese Restaurant · 20 tips and reviews

Conan C.Conan Crook: Anything with the fried rice is delicious. Very authentic and tasty.

Mary Beth C.Mary Beth Constante: Try the pickled plum drink. It's salty, sour and sweet at once. Well worth a try.

Anna D.Anna Daily: Curry. Chicken. Soup.

Aguila Sandwich Shop is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Tampa.

13. Aguila Sandwich Shop

8.3
3200 W Hillsborough Ave, Tampa, FL
Sandwich Spot · 44 tips and reviews

Aaron B.Aaron Burke: Best authentic cuban sandwich in Tampa. Go by and Mario will take care of you.

Megan O.Megan Oakley: OMG amazing cafe con leche! Large breakfast portions for your money and the Cuban sandwich is to die for! Great homemade authentic Cuban food.

Adam S.Adam Springer: Get the small or reg size Cuban sandwich. It is fantastic but the large one is huge. Also plantains and guava pastries are great.

Miguel's Mexican Seafood & Grill is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Tampa.

14. Miguel's Mexican Seafood & Grill

8.4
3035 W Kennedy Blvd (at MacDill Ave), Tampa, FL
Mexican Restaurant · 98 tips and reviews

Gabriela H.Gabriela Hernandez: Tres Leches Cake is about as authentic as you get. And the portions are huge too!

Javier A.Javier Aleman: Excellent food and service. It has a beautiful patio area and bar! Food was very authentic and very flavorful. Instant favorite!

Sandro D.Sandro Di Simplicio: Very very good! The best Margaritas ever

Sushi Ninja is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Tampa.

15. Sushi Ninja

8.6
3018 W Kennedy Blvd (MacDill), Tampa, FL
Korean Restaurant · Southwest Tampa · 5 tips and reviews

Susan J.Susan Jung Grant: Outstanding! If you don't know what to get, order the soon dooboo jigae ($12.95) and spicy salmon handrolls ($8.95). Comes with salad, rice and 6 banchan. Amazing and authentic.

Jill P.Jill Pisarek: Spicy tuna bombs are a MUST get and the sashimi is super fresh & delicious. And for a raw roll, get the volcano!

Mary Jane J.Mary Jane Jane: The South Tampa Roll is very good.