
Editorial picks · Local favorites
Discover the best spots in Tampa Bay
Restaurants, coffee shops, breweries, bars, parks, and hidden gems across Tampa, St. Pete, Clearwater, and beyond.
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Standout picks
Top-rated spots from our editorial rankings.


SOFRA After Dark (SOFRA Kitchen)
SOFRA After Dark at SOFRA Kitchen Bar & Bistro turns Bradenton into an evening scene with launch-party energy, cocktails, and fire-performer flair. Premium Italian food is the anchor.

Cabanas Coastal & Beachside Grill
Coastal grill and beach bar in Clearwater Beach with Gulf views, tropical drinks, fresh seafood, and live music—great for relaxed breakfast through dinner.
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Parlor Doughnuts
Parlor Doughnuts is a small-batch Clearwater Beach donut + coffee stop known for flaky, not-too-sweet layered cronut-style creations and friendly staff.

O’bricks Irish Pub & Martini Bar
Downtown Bradenton’s Irish pub & martini bar, known for flavorful martinis, fresh seafood, and crowd-favorite happy hours—plus friendly, attentive service.

Infinity Room (Siesta Key Rum)
Siesta Key Rum’s Infinity Room is an indoor tiki-lounge with handcrafted rum cocktails, history, and samples—plus a back-room bar with a fun crew.

The Bay Kava Lounge
A cozy, late-night kava lounge in Brandon with a strong “good vibes” crowd, chai and kava/tea options, and a pool table. Staff are friendly and well-educated.

Goombah's Cigar Lounge on Madeira Beach
Goombah’s Cigar Lounge on Madeira Beach is a chill, locals-first cigar spot with a beautifully stocked humidor and cold beer. Comfortable leather seating and friendly service.




Clear Sky Draught Haus
Clear Sky Draught Haus is a 37-tap craft beer gastropub in downtown Dunedin with a lively vibe, patio/outdoor seating, and standout brunch and comfort-food plates.

Coco's Crush Bar and Grill IRB
Coco’s Crush Bar and Grill is a lively Indian Rocks Beach seafood spot with all-you-can-eat crab legs, Orange Crush cocktails, and nightly live music. Strong food + friendly staff.


Sweet Sage Cafe & Boutique
Sweet Sage Cafe & Boutique is a cheerful North Redington Beach breakfast/brunch stop with dog-friendly garden seating and quirky decor, plus a fun boutique shopping add-on.

Intermezzo Coffee & Cocktails
Specialty coffee by day and craft cocktails by night at Intermezzo—plus an everyday 5–7pm happy hour with discounted draft beer, wine, and cocktails.

Noble Crust St. Pete
Noble Crust in St. Pete is a lively Italian-Southern spot with craft beers, cocktails, and a sunny patio (retractable roof) that does brunch and happy-hour specials well.

Wild Child
Wild Child in St. Pete’s Grand Central District is a stylish, lively New American bistro + cocktail bar with a strong patio vibe and inventive international dishes.


Slim Charmer
Intimate, low-lit martini bar and tasting-room-style cocktails from the Wild Child team, with small plates like mushroom toast and standout service. Dark, cozy, and special.