BEST OF METRO: The Best Restaurants and Bars in Tampa Bay
The Best Restaurants and Bars in Tampa Bay
Salt Shack On The Bay
Best Bar with Sunset Views
Tucked in a parcel of paradise on Old Tampa...
Best 8 Bourbon & Whiskey Bars in Tampa Bay
photo: Whiskey Cake
The brown spirits of bourbon and whiskey are enjoying a re-birth of sorts with restaurants and mixologists creating places, events and cocktails...
North Pinellas Dining Guide | Where To Eat In Tampa Bay
North Pinellas Dining Guide
North of S.R. 60, West of Courtney Campbell Causeway, Beaches (Clearwater, Safety Harbor, Palm Harbor, Oldsmar, Dunedin, Indian Shores, Indian Rocks...
South Tampa Dining Guide | Where To Eat In Tampa Bay
South Tampa Dining Guide
A list of great restaurants in South Tampa, Florida. Includes Westshore, Downtown & Davis Islands (West of Channelside Dr. & South...
Top 10 Rooftop Bars In Tampa Bay
Raise a Glass to Rooftops in Tampa Bay
By Ronda M. Parag
Summer is coming, but now is the perfect time of year to kick back, dine...
Meat Market Tampa Offers Takeout and Delivery
During the Safer At Home order in Tampa, there is no reason to not to eat well, while supporting local restaurants. Meat Market Tampa...
7 Easter Dinners Available in Tampa Bay
We might not all be gathering to celebrate Easter 2020 as we have in previous years, but local restaurants and caterers are trying to...
Tampa Streets Make Room For Outdoor Eats
Expanding restaurant dining capacity to city streets and curbs will give area restaurants a fighting chance. As some retail and restaurants begin to reopen,...
Easter Egg Dyeing Guide
(Family Features) Dye your Easter eggs in custom colors you won't find in a kit with these unique food color combinations to bring seasonal...
North Tampa Dining Guide | Where To Eat In Tampa Bay
North Tampa Dining
North of the Airport, Causeway and I-275 (Seminole Heights, Westchase, Oldsmar, Carrollwood, Wesley Chapel, New Tampa)
Council Oak Steaks & Seafood
$$$
Seminole Hard Rock...
St. Petersburg Dining Guide | Where To Eat In Tampa Bay
SOUTH PINELLAS DINING GUIDE
Greater St. Petersburg (St. Petersburg, St. Pete Beach, Gulfport, Treasure Island)
Datz - St Pete
$$
180 Central Ave, St. Pete, FL 33701
727-202-1182
https://datztampa.com/stpete/menu
This Tampa...
The Independents: Packard’s Steakhouse at Innisbrook
Packard’s Steakhouse at Innisbrook
Serving only the finest aged premium beef steaks. Offering sumptuous cold water lobster tails and fresh day-boat Floridian fish finished with...
Garrison Tavern Opens at Tampa Marriott Water Street
Just in time for the Lightning playoffs, Garrison Tavern has opened at the newly rebranded Tampa Marriott Water Street (formerly the Tampa Marriott Waterside)....
5 Great Tampa Bay Dock & Dine Locations.
5 Great Tampa Bay Dock & Dine Locations
Travel by boat to get a cold cocktail or a delicious bite at any of these five...
8 Simple Small Plates for Holiday Entertaining
8 Simple Small Plates for Holiday Entertaining
(Family Features) For holiday parties of any size, tasty appetizers and starters are menu must-haves. While the main...
Ocean Prime Features Dish From James Beard House Dinner
Ahi Tuna Rossini, a dish created by the Ocean Prime culinary team especially for the James Beard Dinner menu
Ocean Prime Tampa
Features Dish From Brand's...
The Zombie Pirate: The Perfect Grog For Ye Maties!
The pirates are setting upon Tampa Bay and it’s time for the locals to prepare for the annual invasion in typical fashion — throw...
Hosting Your Own Wine Tasting Party
How to host a wine party.
Table set up and tips.
Written and photographed by Krayl Funch
No time to plan, book and take that dream wine...
Damn The Weather: Soothing Cocktail Recipes
If you’ve been paying attention to the weather lately, you’ve probably heard about hurricane Irma. It’s been wreaking havoc on the Caribbean, and now has...
Holiday Cocktail Recipes
Whether you're toasting to turkey day or gearing up for a day of family debates at the dinner table, one thing's for sure: A...
Sláinte! Raise A Glass To St. Patrick.
On March 17, St. Patrick's Day can tempt infrequent drinkers to get out and enjoy the festivities. Whether you plan on donning a green...
East Hillsborough Dining Guide | Where To Eat In Tampa Bay
East Hillsborough Dining Guide
Ybor | Channelside | Brandon (everything east of downtown and Davis Islands)
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Donavan’s Steakhouse
$$$
11206 Sullivan St, Riverview, FL 33578
813-295-8445
www.donovansmeatery.com
Rustic charm paired with...
10 Cocktails For The Bay
Stay cool and hydrated with these fruity warm-weather-friendly drinks. Use fruits of the season including kiwis, strawberries, peaches, oranges and watermelon to add flavor...
Delectable Cuisine On The Green
Packard’s Steakhouse
At Innisbrook Resort & Golf Club
By Patricia A. Vorbrich
Named after the designer of Innisbrook’s four golf courses, Larry Packard, Packard’s Steakhouse brings dining...
Must Try: The Long Bone Cowboy Pairing at Council Oak Steaks & Seafood
Long Bone Cowboy Ribeye Pairing
Long Bone Cowboy Ribeye paired with a side of Onion Ring Stack and a glass of Opus One, a high-end...
Modern Grille and Chill
Del Frisco’s Grille Has Something For Everyone
Del Frisco's Grille glowing & buzzing with activity.
Photo © Pezz Photo; www.pezzphoto.com
Modern, inviting, stylish and fun. Del Frisco’s Grille...
Chill With These Refreshing Mojito Cocktails
What better way to beat the heat than sipping on a deliciously cold Mojito cocktail! This year, go beyond the standard muddled mint mojito and celebrate...
Whiskey, Bourbon & Rye, Oh My!
A Bourbon Conversation with David Winsor, Senior Director of Corporate and International Accounting, Bloomin’ Brands
A graduate of University of Florida, David is a huge...
7 Tips to Master the Grill This Summer
Mastering the Grill This Summer
(Family Features) Becoming a master of the grill doesn’t have to be complicated. Test out these seven tips for quick...
Stillwaters Tavern
Modern Tavern Hits Beach Drive
The white subway tiles and hanging Edison bulb lighting create a modern and inviting feel to the latest addition to...
Must Try: Duck and Donuts
Duck ‘n Donuts at Roux
House-made sweet potato donut
Coffee braised duck confit
Poached egg
Hollandaise
Duck cracklings
$14.00 – Roux Brunch Menu
Roux
4205 S. MacDill Avenue, Tampa, FL 33611
813-443-5255 | ...
Downtown Tampa Area Dining | Where To Eat In Tampa Bay
Downtown Tampa Area Dining Guide
A list of great restaurants in Downtown, Waterstreet, Armature Works, and Ybor.
THE DOWNTOWN AREA
Mis-en Place
$$$
442 W Grand Central Ave, Tampa,...
A Spring-Inspired Easter Brunch
(Family Features) Spring is blooming on your Easter table. From yellow chick cupcakes to blueberry French-toast casseroles, there are plenty of ways to wow...
Delicious Lamb Recipes
The Many Loves of American Lamb
(Family Features) Romeo and Juliet. Antony and Cleopatra. Lamb and Potatoes (or Mint or Feta). The list of American...
Gettin’ Tiki With It
Summer Drink Recipes
The Mixologists at Datz in Tampa have created a few summer cocktails and shared the most popular Tiki cocktail concoctions with METRO....
Chef Pierola Opens Pop Up Pick Up at Counter Culture
Once again, Chef Jeannie Pierola adapts and changes with the current market conditions of the COVID-19 crisis. Starting today fans of Chef Pierola, and...
Must Try: The Fabled Rococo Burger
What Makes This Award-Winning Behemoth So Good?
The steak burger is blended house-ground NY Strip in a 70/30 meat to fat ratio which matches the 70/30...
METRO Foodie: Birch & Vine Restaurant
New Menu for Fall at Birch & Vine Restaurant
It didn’t take long for Amelia Island native, Lee Aquino, to earn his way as Executive...
Grab a Craft Beer at 5 Tampa Bay Area Brew Pubs
3 Daughters Brewing
METRO found five local breweries serving up cold, local brews in hip, casual settings.
From the oldest, continuous running microbrewery in Florida, Dunedin...
Heart Healthy Grilling
Summer Grillin’ can be Heart Healthy
By: Adela Lilollari
As summer comes with full force, so do the opportunities to grill and enjoy delicious food with...
Chef Inspires Passion
The new executive chef at Rococo Steak, Matthew Rainey
Chef Matt from Rococo Steak Inspires Passion
Rococo Steak is starting a new “Fresh Menu,” with special...
Cork Tainted Wines
Have you ever opened a bottle of wine expecting a delicious and aromatic beverage, only to find that it tastes and smells like a...
Must-Have Recipes for Your Hot Summer Soirees
(Family Features) Summer in Tampa Bay is all about enjoying the warm weather and sunshine with family and friends, but even with the longer...
Sip & Savor at The Vinoy Renaissance in St. Petersburg
Photos: Marriott Hotels & Resorts
It is the ideal place to relax and enjoy with friends the peace and tranquility of the historic hotel in...
Sip on Sangria at Home with Recipe from Ceviche
’Tis the season for gathering with friends and family. It is the perfect time to start new traditions. Over twenty years ago, Ceviche dedicated...
METRO FOODIE: Sugar-Free Margarita Recipe
They say tequila won’t fix all your problems, but we say it’s worth a shot. And this July 24, you’ll have ample opportunity to...
Easy Spring Dishes and Treats
Easy Spring Lamb, Sides and Treats
(Family Features) This Easter holiday, hop into a new tradition and swap your classic ham for savory lamb.
Cooking lamb...
Backyard Father’s Day Brunch
Dote on Dad with a Backyard Brunch
(Family Features) Brunch isn't just for mom. This Father's Day, make eggs, toast and bacon on the grill...
Spice Up Your Next Summer Event
Create A Signature Summer Drink – The Cardamom Moscow Mule
Lemonade and sweet tea have their rightful place in the summer entertaining drink rotation, but...
Grilling With Heart
Heart Healthy Grilling Options
Celebrity chef Ingrid Hoffmann shares some heart-healthy tips and three inspiring recipes for grilling this season.
1. Pineapple-Chicken Skewers with Passion Fruit...
Escape with 3 Resort Cocktails at Home
Rum - it’s the perfect drink for summertime and the choice for anyone wanting to bring out the lazy daze of summer. In honor...
Dazzle Friends with a July 4th Feast
Celebrate the warm Tampa Bay weather, abundant outdoor activities and all the fun of July Fourth with a flavorful and festive gathering. Independence Day...
Wine Regions You Should Try
Up-and-Coming Wine Regions to Try in 2015
By Kevin Pelley
Now is a great time to be a wine lover. Never in history have there been...
Epicurean Hotel Opens Gourmet Market To Go
Photo: Pezz Photo
Pivoting in this time of the COVID-19 crisis is one that many businesses are trying to do to stay in business and...
A Favorite Cocktail with Old Camp Whiskey
Just in time for a weekend cocktail. A great way to quench the thirst!!
Old Camp Fashioned
1½ oz Old Camp Peach Pecan Whiskey @oldcampwhiskey
¾ oz...
Celebrate The Big Game with a Frito Pie
Chef Frank, Creative Culinary Director of The Rez Grill, has created a special dish to celebrate just in time for Super Bowl Sunday. Check...
Lazy Days of Summer Cocktail Recipes
Beat the heat and quench the thirst with ice-cold refreshing cocktails made with Pinnacle® Lemonade that is perfect for summer afternoon around the pool...
5 Spooky Cocktails for Halloween, Costumes Optional
It’s been a frightful year, and it’s time to break out the costumes, gather a few friends and create a few cocktails to celebrate...
Punch It Up this Holiday Season
Courtesy of Family Features
If you are looking to host an unforgettable holiday cocktail party, punch can make a memorable impression on your guests and...
