Favorite places to eat in Tampa Bay area (Clearwater, Brandon: chapel, rooftop)

[TampaKaren]

This is really great support of all the wonderful local restaurants in the Bay area.

My all-time favorite BBQ restaurant is Hungry Harry's in Land O Lakes. But if you're looking for a frou frou experience or hoity toity atmosphere, don't go. You may see some of Tampa's elite there, though.

I hope I can come back later and add some others...no time left presently.

[biggoose9000]

how pervasive is alligator as a appetizer in Tampa?

any thoughts on alligator consumption, the restaurant with the best alligator steaks or whatever

[tampaguy03]

Originally Posted by biggoose9000

how pervasive is alligator as a appetizer in Tampa?

any thoughts on alligator consumption, the restaurant with the best alligator steaks or whatever

Love the Gator bites at Skippers Smokehouse in North Tampa...

Here is some of my list of good eats in Tampa..
SANDWICHS- Lenny's Subs, Wrights Deli, Pane Rustica, Castelinno and Pizzo, Schillers German Deli, Roberts Meats, Publix

MEXICAN - Miguels, Algustos, Taquiera Q, Chiuauas, Red Mesa

ITALIAN - Laughing Cat, Bellas, Bernini's, Cellini's

STEAKS- Bern's, Charleys, Flemings, Malio's

BBQ- Kojaks, Jimbos

SUSHI - Yokos, SOHO, Samarai Blue,

WATERFRONT - Sea Critters, Salt Rock Grille, Island Way Grille, Oystercatchers

MEDITERRANEAN - Ganghis Kahn, Byblos, Acropolis

CUBAN/SPANISH - Arcos Iris, Columbia, La Teresita

PIZZA - Cappy's, Eddie & Sam's

THAI - Royal Palace, Thai Corner

SEAFOOD - Oystercatchers, Mangroves, Bonefish Grille, Collonade, Crab Shack

[SuziSu]

I'm a huge fan of waterfront. Where are those places?

[biggoose9000]

i'm lookin for oysters, great ones, i knowthey're cheap here, less fancy and all...

anyone smoke em...cook em in the shell over heat, let u pop em open for example?

where can i buy some tasty oysters in a bag?

thanks in advance

[TheCaptain]

Originally Posted by SuziSu

So this Iavarones looks pretty good! What am I expecting price wise when I go? The website doesn't really say much. Just wanting to know how much I should be bringing?

It is! My office has gone there the past two years for our Christmas party, and I try and sneak in a couple times in between.

Cost depends on what you get. The full shebang (appetizer, entree, dessert, and drinks) is about $70 per person, but like I said - worth the treat. And if you enjoy seafood, DO NOT miss their lobster. They serve South African lobster tails, and they were the best I've ever had. Broiled, grilled...both fantastic. I also enjoy the "Pittsburgh Style" steaks on their menu - try it on the sirloin! They just sear the outside at super high temps, leaving the inside perfect and the outside with the barest of crusts. Add a lobster to that and you're set to go.

[nitokenshi]

looking for a good salad in the usf area

[TampaKaren]

One of our newest favs is GrillSmith in Carrollwood. They have 3-4 others in the bay area. You can checkout the menu at GrillSmith.

[wildmark]

Originally Posted by SuziSu

Btw, that Columbia restaurant looks awesome. My dad is Chilean and we used to go see Flamenco dancing alot when I was younger. I'll have to take my parents when they come to town. I bet they'll love it!

I found the entertainment great...the food not so!

[wildmark]

Originally Posted by tampaguy03

Love the Gator bites at Skippers Smokehouse in North Tampa...

Here is some of my list of good eats in Tampa..
SANDWICHS- Lenny's Subs, Wrights Deli, Pane Rustica, Castelinno and Pizzo, Schillers German Deli, Roberts Meats, Publix

MEXICAN - Miguels, Algustos, Taquiera Q, Chiuauas, Red Mesa

ITALIAN - Laughing Cat, Bellas, Bernini's, Cellini's

STEAKS- Bern's, Charleys, Flemings, Malio's

BBQ- Kojaks, Jimbos

SUSHI - Yokos, SOHO, Samarai Blue,

WATERFRONT - Sea Critters, Salt Rock Grille, Island Way Grille, Oystercatchers

MEDITERRANEAN - Ganghis Kahn, Byblos, Acropolis

CUBAN/SPANISH - Arcos Iris, Columbia, La Teresita

PIZZA - Cappy's, Eddie & Sam's

THAI - Royal Palace, Thai Corner

SEAFOOD - Oystercatchers, Mangroves, Bonefish Grille, Collonade, Crab Shack

Berns is rated number two steak house in America...and for good reason, but not cheap!