Editorial picks · Local favorites
Restaurants, coffee shops, breweries, bars, parks, and hidden gems across Tampa, St. Pete, Clearwater, and beyond.
200 places in the guide
Top-rated spots from our editorial rankings.
Bonnet Springs Park is a sprawling, well-kept nature park with big playgrounds, walking trails/boardwalks, and a canopy/raised walkway—plus free entry and trams.
Bullfrog Creek Brewing Co. in Valrico is a veteran-owned microbrewery/taproom serving craft beer and a full lunch menu daily. Expect a welcoming, community-focused vibe with a patio where dogs are welcome, plus Wi‑Fi/TVs for sports and frequent events like run club and music bingo.
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.
Cozy Bloomingdale breakfast/biscuit spot with scratch-made biscuits, chicken & waffles, and strong coffee. Visitors love the friendly, attentive service and quick turnaround.
Cali | Real Food Only in Brandon is a scratch-made, whole-food counter-serve spot loved for flavorful bowls and sourdough brick-oven pizzas, plus weekend brunch.
Acropolis Greek Taverna in Riverview delivers fresh, flavorful Greek comfort food—big portions, fair prices, and lively tavern-style entertainment.
Lorita’s Mexican Restaurant is a popular Brandon spot for fresh, flavorful tacos and huge burritos, with friendly, attentive service and great value.
Botalon Grill is a Brandon go-to for authentic Venezuelan/Latin grilled favorites like juicy burgers, steak, and cachapas—big portions and fast, friendly service at great value.
Puerto Rican-inspired loaded baked potatoes and comfort food in Riverview/Brandon—huge portions, lots of topping options, and friendly service at an affordable price.
Route 60 Grill is a family-owned Brandon burger-and-wing spot with hot, fresh-made comfort classics, crispy fries, and friendly service—great value near the movies.
Hot N Crazy Crab in Brandon serves cooked-to-order Cajun seafood boils by the pound. Fans rave about fresh crab legs, juicy sauces, and friendly, fast service.
Old Florida-style dockside bar and grill on the Alafia River with seafood and standout burgers. Great waterfront views, live music, and friendly service.
Family-owned seafood restaurant and bar in Valrico known for fresh, generous portions—especially fried shrimp, stuffed flounder, and seafood trio—plus a full bar for lunch and dinner.
Liang’s Bistro is a polished, casual Asian spot in Brandon known for fresh, flavorful dishes and big portions—great for sharing. BYOB and takeout make it easy to fit into any night.
Bolay in Brandon’s Collection at Brandon Blvd is a fast-casual spot for fresh, customizable bowls with gluten-free-friendly and vegan options. Popular for fast service, reasonable prices, and healthy,
Badass Burger Buggy is a smash-burger food truck in Brandon serving all-wagyu burgers, crispy fries, and milkshakes. Visitors rave about quick service and flavor.
