If you are wondering where you should head to when in Florida and thinking of dining at a casual restaurant, you might want to consider one of these options. Not only do they look good on the menu, they also taste as good. Plus, some are pretty pocket-friendly in terms of the prices. If you crave for different types of international cuisines such as Cuban, Native American, and others, these are the places you should give a go next time you are in the city. Food not only warms and fills your stomach, nice and delectable food coupled with the right company will make the experience all the more better and memorable. Here are the best casual restaurants in Tampa, Florida.
1. Chop Chop Shop
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
If you are visiting Florida, this eatery is a must-try, especially their pork belly set. The slices of pork will melt immediately in your mouth. Remember to try their house-made sauce as you choose your own rice bowl there! If you’re looking at vegan options you will be pleased to find out that they do have dishes with mushroom and other veggies in it as well, making it an appetising vegan option. Besides having bowls as their main option, if you don’t feel like having a bowl that day, you could try their sandwiches, burgers, and fries that they offer in their extensive menu.
Chop Chop Shop
Address: 4603 N Florida Ave, Tampa, FL 33603, USA
Website: Chop Chop Shop
Opening hours: Wed - Sun: 5pm - 10pm (closed on Mon & Tue)
2. La Teresita Restaurant
This place is definitely worth a try if you are looking for some authentic Cuban food. Also remember to order some ham coquettes as starters and you will not regret this choice. At just 5.75 USD, you will definitely have to try their mojitos–they have been said to be strong and flavourful! Look out for their tostones to add as a side; it is like a Latin American dish of fried plantain. They have been said to live up to some good hype because of how crispy, fresh and served piping hot they are!
La Teresita Restaurant
Address: 3248 W Columbus Dr, Tampa, FL 33607, USA
Website: La Teresita Restaurant
Opening hours: Sun - Wed: 5am - 12am; Thu - Sat: 24 hours
3. Fresh Kitchen
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
If you are looking for something healthy and wholesome, you should consider Fresh Kitchen. One of the recommended combinations of healthy bowls would be the one with sweet potato noodles and steak, with their special concoction of ginger sauce. Prices are kept at an affordable rate as well, ranging from 6 to 10 USD.
Fresh Kitchen
Address: 2855 Orange Ave, Orlando, FL 32806
Website: Fresh Kitchen
Opening hours: 11am - 9:30pm (daily)
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4. Ulele
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
Over at Ulele (pronounced as You-lay-lee), one of their must-try dishes would be their charboiled oysters. Also, their wide range of seafood dishes will have you going back for more, especially their crab mac and cheese. Their extensive menu includes one for lunch and one for dinner so there is so much awaiting you to try.
Ulele
Address: 1810 N Highland Ave, Tampa, FL 33602
Website: Ulele
Opening hours: 11am - 10pm (daily)
5. On Swann
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
This eatery sees the best of taste and presentation in terms of food that they provide. For starters their kale salad is fresh and provides a refreshing taste to the palette. The avocado BLT sandwich is said to be one the best in the market so have yourself some authentic avocado BLT on your next visit.
On Swann
Address: 1501 W Swann Ave, Tampa, FL 33606, USA
Website: On Swann
Opening hours: 11am - 2pm, 5pm - 10pm (daily)
6. Shells Seafood Restaurant
Shells Seafood Restaurant provides one of the best shrimp pasta, they have managed to ace it in terms of how fresh the seafood are and the portion is pretty generous. Salmon Felix is said to be one that lives up to standard as well. One of the must-try entree dishes would be their scallop and shrimp skewers because they are so adequately glazed over the fire and melts into some puddle of goodness the moment it enters your palette. Desserts-wise, remember to order the Key lime pie!
Shells Seafood Restaurant
Address: 202 S Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL 33609
Website: Shells Seafood Restaurant
Opening hours: 11am - 10pm (daily)
7. Big Ray's Fish Camp
If you think that there is a fishy taste to fish sandwiches, what Big Ray’s Fish Camp has to offer will surprise you and have you hooked on their rendition of Grouper sandwich. Their onion rings go well with their sandwich. The Thai chilli creeks are also a must-order when you visit Big Ray’s Fish Camp.
Big Ray's Fish Camp
Address: 6116 Interbay Blvd, Tampa, FL 33611, USA
Website: Big Ray’s Fish Camp
Opening hours: 11am - 9pm (closed on Mon)
8. Bartaco
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If you are thinking about caring more for your diet and wondering if Tampa, Florida has gluten-free options for you, Bartaco is the one for you because they have a large variety of vegan and gluten-free options. Remember to try their tacos and margheritas out!
Bartaco
Address: 1601 W Snow Ave, Tampa, FL 33606, USA
Website: Bartaco
Opening hours: Sun - Wed: 11am - 11pm; Thu - Sat: 11am - 1am
9. Rick's on the River
Well, just like how the name suggests, this restaurant is on the river by the marina–thus it’ll be such a memorable dining experience rocking to the waves of the river. Remember to try their coconut shrimps when you are out trying food at Rick’s on the River. Besides that, on their menu is piña colada–it is refreshing and it gives a punch to your dinner experience.
Rick's on the River
Address: 2305 N Willow Ave, Tampa, FL 33607, USA
Website: Rick’s on the River
Opening hours: 11am - 11pm (daily)
10. The Bricks
Said to have one of the best American food around, The Bricks definitely deserves a spot on your must-try list of restaurants in Tampa. Their burgers and fries are renowned because of the thick meat patty–surely you won’t want to miss it when you are there!
The Bricks
Address: 1327 E 7th Ave, Tampa, FL 33605, USA
Website: The Bricks
Opening hours: 11am - 1am (daily)
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It is not all about Western food only–thewide variety of options will definitely have you going back for more when you try them out. For the health-conscious, you need not worry because there are also various vegan and gluten-free options as well, making a wholesome diet never too far away. So what are you waiting for? On your next trip to Tampa Florida you should have all these casual restaurants checked off your list!
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