If you’re exploring Tampa or simply looking for your next favorite place, you’re in the right spot. From laid-back local gems to standout destinations everyone’s talking about, these are the top spots to check out in Tampa right now. 🌴🌟
1. BAR TERROIR
Bar Terroir, the newest venture by chefs Bryce Bonsack and Max McKee, is already making waves as one of the year’s most anticipated debuts, offering a fresh take on French cuisine with coastal influences in a relaxed yet refined atmosphere.
2. MAD DOGS AND ENGLISHMEN
Mad Dogs & Englishmen isn’t new—the original opened in 1991—but its new standalone space elevates the experience. Bigger and more refined, the pub features cozy rooms, a central bar, and a sunlit conservatory, all wrapped in classic British décor. The menu follows suit with traditional pub favorites, including a weekly Sunday roast.
3. SPARROW
St. Petersburg welcomed a new rooftop destination last December with the opening of Sparrow at 1234 Central Ave. Located on the top floor of the Moxy Hotel, the bar offers elevated views alongside a menu of dinner plates, desserts, and handcrafted drinks.
4. PERRY’S PORCH
As part of the St. Petersburg Museum of History’s recent expansion, Perry’s Porch pays tribute to 20th-century developer Perry Snell and officially debuts this weekend at 600 2nd Ave. NE. The space, previously home to craft beer favorite Hops and Props, has been reimagined as a vibrant new gathering spot along the Pier.
5. THE LOBBY BAR AT PALIHOUSE
Nestled inside the charming Palihouse Hyde Park Village, The Lobby Bar blends the comfort of a café with the energy of a neighborhood bar. Open all day to guests and locals, it’s the go-to spot for morning green juices and omelets, leisurely lunches, and perfectly crafted cocktails, beer, and wine come evening. Whether stopping by for a pre-dinner drink or a late-night nightcap, it’s an easy, welcoming place to gather in Hyde Park.
These top spots are just the start. Tampa has so much to offer. Go explore, experience it, and find your new favorite place. 😊
