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A photo of Don Julio's Authentic Mexican Cuisine - Tampa Palms restaurant
1. Don Julio's Authentic Mexican Cuisine - Tampa Palms
3.9
Excellent(45)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • New Tampa
Award winning authentic and family-owned Mexican restaurant. Winner of "Best Mexican Restaurant" and "Best Taco" in Tampa Bay for 4 years in a row. Tortillas are always hand made. Enjoy traditional Mexican cravings as well as more authentic and complex Mexican dishes from the central region of Mexico. Full-Bar with a large selection of Tequilas. Large space to accommodate parties of 20+ or more.
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2. Quality Foods Market
5.0
Exceptional(337)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Tampa
Quality Foods Market offers a unique culinary experience, featuring authentic Italian cuisine, in a relaxed, elevated casual, and intimate atmosphere. Enjoy a seasonally changing, from scratch menu, featuring both classic and modern pastas; hand cut steaks from USDA Certified Premium Hereford Heritage 1881 Beef; New Zealand Lamb Chops; USDA Certified Prime Veal; and the freshest seafood available, flown in from around the world throughout the week. In addition, Quality Foods Market offers a curated wine list with selections from all over the world, and an unrivaled craft and imported beer selection. Executive Chef Christopher Houp takes the time to interact with each and every guest throughout the dining experience, taking the Chef's Table concept to a whole new level. Tables are limited, with just 16 seats inside, and an additional 16 seats for al fresco dining. Our guests are treated to a true Italian dining experience, as we allow a minimum of three hours between reservations.
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3. Plaza Tapatia Mexican Restaurant Bar and Grill
5.0
Exceptional(7)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • University
Welcome to Plaza Tapatia!The authentic taste of Mexico has arrived to stay. At Plaza Tapatia every dish is a celebration of tradition, flavor and passion for our culture. Come and enjoy a warm atmosphere, live music, and a culinary experience that will keep you coming back for more.We welcome you with open arms and bold flavors!
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4. Birkin's Steakhouse and Sushi Bar
4.7
Exceptional(316)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • University
Booked 5 times today
Introducing Birkin's Steak House and Sushi. Two amazing menus under one roof. Great steaks, amazing sushi, craft cocktails, patio and patio bar.Reserve in one of our beautiful dining rooms, high tops around the bar, patio seating or just walk in for a spot at one of our magnificent bars - patio, sushi or steak house. We look forward to seeing you!
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5. Columbia Restaurant - Ybor City
4.8
Exceptional(18096)
Price: Expensive
• Spanish • Tampa
Booked 173 times today
The Columbia is Florida’s Oldest RestaurantSM, founded in Tampa's historic Ybor City in 1905. Family-owned and operated for 120 years, the restaurant has earned acclaim for old-world charm as well as for its award-winning Spanish/Cuban cuisine and wine list.Open 365 days a year, including all holidays and serving lunch and dinner daily.Casual attire is fine, but we don’t allow sleeveless shirts on men in the dining room.Experience the Fire of Flamenco! Flamenco Dance Shows: There is an $10 cover charge per person for guests over the age of 12.Monday through Thursday dinner reservation times for the 7 p.m. show are 5:30, 6 or 6:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday dinner reservations for the 7 p.m. show are 5:30, 6 or 6:30 p.m. and for the 9:30 p.m. show, seatings are at 8:30 or 9 p.m. Reservations for dinner and the show are required. Please call the restaurant to check availability for reservations.Please call 813.248.4961 for flamenco show reservations.
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6. La Casa Della Pasta
4.7
Exceptional(428)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Tampa
Booked 7 times today
We bought La Casa della Pasta in 2017 and moved from our home in the Langhe in Piedmont, located in the northwest of Italy to the sunshine state. We have always been passionate about food and wine and would like to share the authentic Italian cuisine we know and love with you! While our time at La Casa della Pasta is just beginning, we have spent many years in the restaurant industry and are eager to share our delicious food with you! We hope to see you soon, Mara and Franco.
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7. Casa Santo Stefano
4.7
Exceptional(3935)
Price: Moderate
• Sicilian • Ybor City
Booked 46 times today
Benvenuti! Casa Santo Stefano is a Sicilian restaurant from the Gonzmart family, owners of the 1905 Family Of Restaurants. The lunch and dinner menus feature maccheroni (pasta), steaks, seafood, scacciata, salads, soups, desserts and hundreds of Sicilian wines. Curbside takeout is available by calling the main phone number. The rooftop Santo's Drinkeria also is open. Housed in a beautifully re-imagined former 1925 Ybor City macaroni factory, the restaurant is a look back to Sunday suppers, simpler times and shared stories.Dress code: Casa Santo Stefano often is visited for celebrations and special occasion meals, so it is common for our guests to sport formal wear in the dining room. We welcome everyone, but politely ask that men wear sleeves at Casa Santo Stefano.
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8. 7th + Grove
4.2
Awesome(176)
Price: Expensive
• Soul food • Tampa
Booked 7 times today
7th + Grove is an authentic soul food restaurant in Tampa, Florida, serving fresh, southern cuisine. With rave reviews like 'The food was Amazing!' and 'food was fantastic', it's clear that their elevated southern menu delivers an authentic taste with a homey flair. The ambiance and service also get high praise, with one reviewer saying 'if you are looking for a place that represents THE CULTURE... look no further.'
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9. Rosenheim Restaurant - Ybor City
4.7
Exceptional(18)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Ybor City
Booked 7 times today
Experience Mediterranean flavors at Rosenheim Restaurant in historic Ybor City. Our family-owned eatery offers warm Middle Eastern hospitality and authentic dishes made with fresh, high-quality ingredients. Savor perfectly grilled kebabs and indulgent baklava that melts in your mouth. Our inviting atmosphere is ideal for gatherings or romantic evenings. At Rosenheim, we believe food brings people together. Join us for a culinary adventure that will leave you craving more!
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10. Umu Japanese&Thai
4.8
Exceptional(117)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Wesley Chapel
Booked 5 times today
The new chapter at UMU, After 4 years of connecting with our community and exploring the best local, Japanese, and Thai ingredients, we are ready to share a new dining experience with you. By combining the authentic flavors we are known for with modern takes on classic dishes, we have reimagined our menu and our restaurant to create an intimate experience that welcomes newcomers and regulars back to our table.
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