Diners' Choice: Neighborhood gem restaurants in Tampa / Central Florida West

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Updated December 05, 2024

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Sallie's Bistro

5.0

5 (76)

$50 and over

Bistro

Dunedin

About the restaurant

Located in an easily accessible plaza with ample parking space, our Belgian restaurant offers a warm and inviting atmosphere for diners to relax and enjoy their meals. Discover the rich flavors of Belgian dishes, a culinary journey that will tantalize your taste buds. From indulgent classics like moules frites (mussels and fries) to hearty stews like carbonnade flamande (beef and beer stew), Belgian cuisine is a celebration of comforting flavors and rustic traditions. Don't miss out on the Belgian dark chocolate mousse topped with fresh whipped cream and drizzled with decadent chocolate sauce. Beyond the exceptional food, the restaurant also boasts an impressive selection of fine wines and a broad selection of Belgian beers, curated to perfectly complement the menu. Whether celebrating a special occasion, enjoying a romantic dinner, or simply indulging in a night out, this restaurant is dedicated to providing an extraordinary dining experience that leaves a lasting impression.

Top review

Donald

Dined on Dec 11, 2024

Sallies Bistro has become our Favorite Dunedin restaurant. A true hidden gem. Food is meticulously prepared and absolutely delicious.

Caffe Paradiso - Tampa

4.9

4.9 (1135)

$30 and under

Italian

Tampa

About the restaurant

Caffé Paradiso voted best Italian resturant in Tampa is known for it's great home made regional dishes excellent service and reasonably priced wine list, also preparing special dishes at your request.

Top review

Wayne

Dined 2 days ago

For consistently great food and great service at reasonable prices, you just can't beat Caffe Paradiso.

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4.9

4.9 (258)

$31 to $50

Spanish

Tampa

About the restaurant

Authentic cuisine from Spain. Small Tapas plates and main dishes. FResh fish, fresh seafood and USDA Choice Black Angus steaks.

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Carlos

Dined 6 days ago

Great food. We loved it. Excellent attentive service. Cozy place. We will definitely return. Highly recommended.

LPCX Cafe

4.9

4.9 (23)

$30 and under

Colombian

Tampa

About the restaurant

LPCX CAFÉ is a local, rustic-Brunch, Coffee & Bakery Shop focused on thoughtfully created food.
We bake and cook with wholesome ingredients at the peak of their flavor.
We are proudly established locally in Florida in the Colombia district of Tampa, kindly serving a clientele from all over the world appreciative of simple, fresh and delicious cuisine.

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DianaVIP

Dined on Nov 23, 2024

Great experience super family friendly experience, our kids enjoy the ambiance, their food it’s amazing the pandebonos Benedict’ are amazing . Great coffee.

Cru Cellars Palma Ceia

4.8

4.8 (266)

$30 and under

American

Tampa

About the restaurant

A chef driven, new American menu with house-made small plates, entrées, and the finest selection of artisanal cheese and charcuterie!

Voted Tampa Bay's "Best Wine Bar," for many years, Cru Cellars is happily and obsessively wine focused, with 30+ wines & beers served by the glass in the back wine bar! Sample and taste different wines with our wine flights.

Cru is perfect for groups as well, with a lounge that seats 14, a cozy wine garden that seats 30! Our retail area is great for wine tastings and reception style events up to 60 people.

For groups of 8-12 guests, please call the restaurant directly. For groups of 13+, inquire here --> https://www.crucellars.com/private-events-catering-1

Holiday Hours-
*Christmas Eve-Sun. 12/24
Open for Brunch, Drinks, Retail, Gift Card Sales till 3pm.
*Christmas Day-Mon. 12/25
Closed.
*New Year's Eve-Sun. 12/31
Open for Brunch. Extended Hours for Dinner, Drinks, & Retail till 9pm.
*New Year's Day-Mon. 1/1
Brunch Available Open - 3pm.

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leoVIP

Dined on Dec 8, 2024

Very unique experience. Stall love their jobs. A happy place. Great wines.

Umu Japanese&Thai

4.8

4.8 (88)

$31 to $50

Japanese

Wesley Chapel

About the restaurant

The new chapter at UMU, After 4 years of connecting with our community and exploring the best local, Japanese, and Thai ingredients, we are ready to share a new dining experience with you. By combining the authentic flavors we are known for with modern takes on classic dishes, we have reimagined our menu and our restaurant to create an intimate experience that welcomes newcomers and regulars back to our table.

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MicheleVIP

Dined 5 days ago

This is one of the best sushi experiences we've had in a long time. We've had sushi delivered from Umu before and ate outside once but this was the first time eating inside and ordering a variety of sushi items. Normally when I eat sushi these days, my craving is satisfied and I'm good for a few months. The sushi at Umu was SO fresh and SO delicious I can't stop thinking about it and wanting it again. The fatty tuna and yellow tail hamachi is mouth watering! I ordered a special hand roll and it was so full of sushi I could barely pick it up. One of us ordered the seabass and it too was delicious. The highlight though was The Lobster. Its a good size lobster tail tempura fried in a roll AND 4 large pieces of tempura fried lobster meat. It was outstanding and worth every penny. The food is a tad high priced for the area but you can't really put a price tag on super fresh sushi. We will absolutely be back and soon!

Daily News Restaurant-Fort Harrison Ave

4.8

4.8 (222)

$31 to $50

American

Clearwater

About the restaurant

Daily News Restaurant/Nana’s Kitchen
This highly rated dining establishment offers a perfect blend of American and Mediterranean cuisines including artisan pastas and seafood specialties.Our refined selection of wines is offered in a luxurious setting with a very inviting atmosphere.Don’t miss this new local treasure.

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Linda

Dined on Dec 13, 2024

Lovely dining experience. Wish we could have stretched it but we arrived later than expected and had a show reservation. We look forward to going back sometime soon and really enjoying the food, ambiance, and service.

Paul’s Fusion Kitchen

4.8

4.8 (64)

$30 and under

Asian

Tampa

About the restaurant

We are a family with a rich Thai heritage that has been passed down for generations. Our love for Thai food and culture inspired us to create a fusion of traditional Thai dishes with a modern twist. Growing up in a Thai household, we were taught to appreciate the balance of flavors and the use of fresh ingredients in our cooking. Our menu features an array of dishes that combine Thai spices and flavors with other cuisines. Our goal is to showcase the beauty and complexity of Thai cuisine while infusing it with modern and creative flavors. We are excited to share our passion for food with you and hope you enjoy our unique fusion creations.

Our restaurant is located at 4034 W Kennedy Blvd right next to The British Shop and in the same plaza as Sucre and Chicken Salad Chick. Place a to-go order for your office or dine in with us in our cozy dining room!

We're looking forward to serving you in South Tampa, Florida.

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AliciaVIP

Dined on Dec 13, 2024

Outstanding cuisine, excellent service, quiet ambiance: a neighborhood gem!

In Between Days

4.7

4.7 (106)

$31 to $50

French / Japanese

St. Petersburg

About the restaurant

Featured in Food & Wine Magazine, The Wine Enthusiast, and Tampa Bay Times, In Between Days is Florida's first craft sake house and Tokyo-style listening bar. Our sake list is one of the most diverse on the East Coast and is curated by our in-house sake sommelier Noah Sain. Inspired by the underground listening bars of Tokyo, our little house is warmed by intimate lighting and analog sounds sent through a pair of Klipsch Cornwalls. Oil lanterns cascade amber light while sake is poured into eager glasses. We play full sides. Our sake is chilled. Our oysters are served in the classic French style. It’s not Tokyo, but it’s close.

With an ever-rotating menu of sake, sake cocktails, and tasty plates, In Between Days offers a truly unique experience in the Tampa Bay area. Just off the hustle of Central Ave.

Please feel free to text us!

Top review

Melissa

Dined on Dec 8, 2024

Fantastically creative and delicious food in a quaint but super hip spot. One of our most favorite restaurants in the Tampa Bay area. The small plate menu changes often based on seasonal ingredients. This Japanese listening bar has the most expansive saki selection around but also manages to come up with amazing craft saki based cocktails. Definitely recommend!

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Experience

NYE 24/25 Oysters, Bubbles, Charcuterie

Outpost 611 Local Eatery & Taphouse

4.7

4.7 (103)

$30 and under

American

Safety Harbor

About the restaurant

Local Clearwater family owned restaurant. We prepare homemade meals from classic American comfort food to European favorites. We have a large beer selection with 24 drafts and over 100 different bottle and can selections along with over 80 bourbons and a full bar. We offer a private dining area that is available for your next event! Outside dining is also available. Lastly, we have a full Belgian chocolate shop directly attached to the restaurant.

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James

Dined on Dec 12, 2024

Very enjoyable experience, server very attentive with not rush. Great place to bring friends and family.

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