Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near University

Susan R. • January 5, 2011One of the best places to eat in Tampa. World's BEST chocolate cake! True. Story.

John W. • January 21, 2017Friendly staff, clean dining area and inspirational music playing. Great place for lunch or anytime!

Krystal R. • September 26, 2014Everything... Very fresh and flavorful! They have tasty and unique sauces. Try coconut sriratcha

Wayne A. • August 9, 2022Triple Classic is a mini buffet on a plate including spiced King Midas Carrot cake, citrus glazed Cheese Cake Gert, and moussed Banana Cheese Pie. Over the top not to miss.

Sharla A. • October 13, 2012Open for breakfast and lunch Monday thru Saturday. The food is delicious: organic, local, & fresh. They also have a great selection of teas. Make reservations for lunch because it gets really busy.

Sheetal P. • February 11, 2014Any of their coffees + eggs on toast = great start to your day!

PIKACHU YunyunLi • April 6, 2016This is the best steak house I ever been to. I love steak and the wine collection over there, in additional, you can not miss out the dessert room on the second floor, a lot of dessert to choose from

Emilio C. • June 3, 2013The best sushi in Tampa. The north Tampa location is less busy though.

Amanda D. • June 1, 2014Amazing, homemade food, inexpensive. Best of all you can bring your own wine!

Stefanie M. • March 24, 2022Cup and char round is good! Chimichurry for the bread is also very good! Gelato 👍

Jeffrey W. • December 22, 2012If you are in the neighborhood or Tampa in general, you need to stop by. Spanish wines by glass (Tempranillo & Prioriat) excellent. Tell them Jeff sent you. Mushroom brushetta is excellent.

Julie B. • August 1, 2011Service is great. Flavors to love without the guilt. Yum! Try the tart it goes well with fruit toppings.

rae f. • February 14, 2016Get. The. Pork. Belly. Tacos. You won't regret it!

Mark A. • June 14, 2013Best gastro in Tampa. The menu is always interesting, and they have a great beer / liquor selection. Love the Lazy Magnolia Southern Pecan.

Smargie • April 12, 2012Pollo Milano is awesome - overall best Italian in town!

Lena S. • November 20, 2012Love, love Pane Rustica! The best hamburgers in town:)))

Terika W. • August 14, 2019There's something for everyone and every craving at On Swann. The charcuterie & cheese boards are filled with savory meats and buttery cheeses. The portions are plentiful and the atmosphere is lively!

Tristan • June 4, 2016Feels like a big city coffee shop. Amazing setting in Hyde Park, with solid coffee.

Rocco B. • February 26, 2014Great coffee, dapper and knowledgeable baristas, and an atmosphere any writer could appreciate

Alejandra S. • October 15, 2013I love this place! It is the most delish steak and the price is super reasonable especially considering the quality of the food. Get tequeños as an appetizer and chajá for dessert and fall in love.

Amanda A. • October 25, 2016Can't go wrong with this place. My favorite "fast food" spot. Superb quality each time

Ian H. • June 8, 2017I like this place. They do bottomless mimosas every Sunday. Also their fried chicken taco is incredible.

Susan J. • July 29, 2016Outstanding! 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.

TBOcom • June 3, 2011Pizzas here have a delicious thin crust, and specialty toppings include olive tapenade, honey chipotle barbecue sauce and grilled corn. (The Short List: Top 5 gourmet pizzas.)

James S. • June 24, 2012Try the cauliflower pizza, as odd as it sounds, it tastes amazing! (not usually a cauliflower lover here)

Jason N. • April 26, 2015May be my new favorite in Tampa! Roasted cauliflower, beet salad, crab dumplings, and veal loin were all fabulous! "Small" plates but all very reasonably price. The veal is by far the best in town!

Ryan C. • February 13, 2018Food is great! My number one lunch spot in South Tampa! Fantastic beer selection for on the go!

Dallas C. • April 19, 2011Best Starbucks in Tampa. The staff is friendly, the crowd are usually regulars.

Brittany W. • August 19, 2012They have great choices for make your own pizza. Just got chicken, broccoli, zucchini, and green peppers. Delicious!