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- AAshtynVIPTampa / Central Florida West •4 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoWe thought this place deserved 5 stars. We were a little late to our 5:30 reservation… about 20 minutes. When we got there the hostess took our name and we were seated within 5 minutes. We started with the Sangria and the Basil Basilica and both were fantastic. For appetizers we had the ricotta spread (which was very good but a little too much ricotta cream), the octopus (very good) and the wagyu carpaccio (which was my favorite!). My boyfriend had the chicken for the entree and I had the Mafaldine. Both were absolutely amazing and will be going back!More infoTimpano Hyde ParkPrice: Expensive• Italian• Tampa•4.4
- BBillTampa / Central Florida West •2 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoExcellent food. We went for brunch on December 24th. It was moderately busy. The service was excellent. Food choices were varied, and everything we had was well prepared and seasoned well. Highly recommended.More infoPsomiPrice: Moderate• Greek• Tampa•4.8
- JJillTampa / Central Florida West •6 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoOur wait staff was great. Savana was excellent! Good recommendations, friendly and attentive! We have a family member who eats vegetarian and he loved the stuffed portobello. Our meals were delicious. Outdoor ambience was perfect. Could not have been better. Shared ice cream dessert of coconut and espresso chocolate was wonderful! Thank you for such a lovely holiday dining experience!More infoUlelePrice: Expensive• American• Tampa•4.8
- EElizabethVIPTampa / Central Florida West •22 reviews5.0Dined on Dec 19, 2024The food was delicious and the service was amazing.More infoEBBEPrice: Very Expensive• International• Tampa•4.5
- MmargaretVIPOrlando / Central Florida East •8 reviews4.0Dined on Aug 18, 2024Busy for a good reason! Yum! Table service can be slow with the busy takeout needs. Drinks and food are spot on! We will return!More infoDon Julio's Authentic Mexican Cuisine - Tampa PalmsPrice: Moderate• Mexican• New Tampa•4.3
Discover best authentic restaurants in Tampa
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