Bethany’s Guidebook to South Tampa
Brunch
The Oxford Exchange is an upscale brunch spot with coffee, tea, books, a champagne bar and more. It's a beautiful establishment that anyone visiting South Tampa should visit.
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Oxford Exchange
420 West Kennedy BoulevardThe Oxford Exchange is an upscale brunch spot with coffee, tea, books, a champagne bar and more. It's a beautiful establishment that anyone visiting South Tampa should visit.
Great food, a little variation from your typical brunch with more Hispanic inspired dishes.
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Pinky's Diner
3203 W Bay to Bay BlvdGreat food, a little variation from your typical brunch with more Hispanic inspired dishes.
Food scene
Jackson's is a great sea-food restaurant that overlooks the bay. They also offer non-seafood dishes.
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Jackson's Bistro, Bar & Sushi
601 S Harbour Island BlvdJackson's is a great sea-food restaurant that overlooks the bay. They also offer non-seafood dishes.
Armature Works is a trendy food hall that offers a variety of really delicious cuisines. It's located on the Hillsborough River, a great place to take a stroll; very family-friendly place with outdoor seating, games, a nearby splash pad for kids and is close to the water taxi pick-up/drop-off.
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Armature Works
1910 N Ola AveArmature Works is a trendy food hall that offers a variety of really delicious cuisines. It's located on the Hillsborough River, a great place to take a stroll; very family-friendly place with outdoor seating, games, a nearby splash pad for kids and is close to the water taxi pick-up/drop-off.
If you're a foodie, you will love The Hall on Franklin, another unique Tampa Bay restaurant. They serve a variety of foods from different local restaurants all in one place. Go for coffee, breakfast, lunch, dinner, or drinks. They offer insanely delicious desserts as well.
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The Hall on Franklin
1701 N Franklin StIf you're a foodie, you will love The Hall on Franklin, another unique Tampa Bay restaurant. They serve a variety of foods from different local restaurants all in one place. Go for coffee, breakfast, lunch, dinner, or drinks. They offer insanely delicious desserts as well.
Fresh Kitchen
1350 S Howard AveHealth food, great quality.
Ulele is a newer restaurant with native-inspired food. It sits on the river, and allows the opportunity to walk around the beautiful river walk before or after your meal.
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Ulele
1810 N Highland AveUlele is a newer restaurant with native-inspired food. It sits on the river, and allows the opportunity to walk around the beautiful river walk before or after your meal.
Shopping/Restaurants
Hyde Park Village in a beautiful outdoor shopping center (West Elm, Pottery Barn, Soul Cycle, clothing boutiques, and more) along with great restaurants (On Swann, Timpano, Bar Taco, Sprinkles Cupcakes, Buddy Brew Coffee, and more). They also have a dining movie theater (Cinebistro). Very animal friendly and family friendly.
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Hyde Park Village
1602 W Snow AveHyde Park Village in a beautiful outdoor shopping center (West Elm, Pottery Barn, Soul Cycle, clothing boutiques, and more) along with great restaurants (On Swann, Timpano, Bar Taco, Sprinkles Cupcakes, Buddy Brew Coffee, and more). They also have a dining movie theater (Cinebistro). Very animal friendly and family friendly.
Fantastic mall offering high-end stores and great restaurants (Cheesecake Factory, Bar Louie, Brio, etc.) along with an indoor food court.
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International Plaza and Bay Street
2223 N Westshore BlvdFantastic mall offering high-end stores and great restaurants (Cheesecake Factory, Bar Louie, Brio, etc.) along with an indoor food court.
Night Life
Ybor City is a unique historical district of Tampa that truly comes to life at night, offering a variety of edgy, exotic clubs and restaurants to choose from. If you're just interested in the historical aspect, and perhaps a run-in with their adorable native roosters/chickens that roam the streets, then I would recommend a day visit. The district is also known for their Cuban cigars and breweries.
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Ybor City
Ybor City is a unique historical district of Tampa that truly comes to life at night, offering a variety of edgy, exotic clubs and restaurants to choose from. If you're just interested in the historical aspect, and perhaps a run-in with their adorable native roosters/chickens that roam the streets, then I would recommend a day visit. The district is also known for their Cuban cigars and breweries.
South Howard Avenue is filled with bars and restaurants that typically draw in a younger crowd (early to mid 20's).
South Howard Avenue
South Howard AvenueSouth Howard Avenue is filled with bars and restaurants that typically draw in a younger crowd (early to mid 20's).
Amusement Parks
The Florida Aquarium is fun for all; they offer excursions such as tank-diving with sharks and a dolphin site-seeing cruise. They also have a food court, a splash pad outside for children, and a bar for adults.
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The Florida Aquarium
701 Channelside DrThe Florida Aquarium is fun for all; they offer excursions such as tank-diving with sharks and a dolphin site-seeing cruise. They also have a food court, a splash pad outside for children, and a bar for adults.
Very nice amusement park with food, rides, entertainment, and animals.
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Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
10165 McKinley DriveVery nice amusement park with food, rides, entertainment, and animals.
Neighborhoods
This street gets packed in season (September-May), filled with fun bars for younger crowds (college-age and individuals in their 20's). This area also has a lot of trendy restaurants for those who are vegan or who prefer sustainable options (Fresh Kitchen, Taco Dirty, Ciccio Water, Sweet Soul, Ava pizza).
South Howard Avenue
South Howard AvenueThis street gets packed in season (September-May), filled with fun bars for younger crowds (college-age and individuals in their 20's). This area also has a lot of trendy restaurants for those who are vegan or who prefer sustainable options (Fresh Kitchen, Taco Dirty, Ciccio Water, Sweet Soul, Ava pizza).
Great area to walk, exercise, take in the scenic views of the bay or appreciate the beautiful homes.
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Bayshore Boulevard
Bayshore BoulevardGreat area to walk, exercise, take in the scenic views of the bay or appreciate the beautiful homes.
Coffee
I've got high standards for coffee, so you won't be disappointed with these recommendations. There is of course your Starbucks, Dunkin' Donuts, and McDonald's nearby, but if you're looking for a warm & cozy atmosphere combined with a quality cup of Joe, check out these coffee spots!
D.I. Coffee bar has the best coffee in Tampa! Trust me, I've tried them all! They use Panther coffee in all of their beverages and sell the cutest knick-knacks in a welcoming, laid-back atmosphere. I highly recommend their lattes.
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DI Coffee Bar
214 E Davis BlvdD.I. Coffee bar has the best coffee in Tampa! Trust me, I've tried them all! They use Panther coffee in all of their beverages and sell the cutest knick-knacks in a welcoming, laid-back atmosphere. I highly recommend their lattes.
Foundation is a local favorite. They serve great coffee in a trendy, up-and-coming part of Tampa.
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Foundation Coffee Co.
1907 N Franklin StFoundation is a local favorite. They serve great coffee in a trendy, up-and-coming part of Tampa.
Buddy Brew is another local favorite, with several branches in the Tampa area.
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Buddy Brew Coffee - Kennedy
2020 W Kennedy BlvdBuddy Brew is another local favorite, with several branches in the Tampa area.