East Hillsborough Dining Guide
Ybor | Channelside | Brandon (everything east of downtown and Davis Islands)
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tampa bay dining guide
Bernini of Ybor
Eclectic Italian $$
1702 E. Seventh Ave., Ybor City
813-248-0099
Upscale Italian dining featuring traditional dishes with a creative twist. Elegant decor and service. Open Mon-Fri for lunch; Dinner daily.
Carne ChopHouse
1536 E. 7th Ave., Ybor City
813-341-9555
Featuring signature steaks, including early bird Prime Rib Dinner and specialties of Chicken ‘n Waffles and Ropa Vieja. Drink specials daily. Open Mon – Fri for lunch; Dinner nighty from 4 pm.
Columbia Restaurant
Spanish/Cuban $$
2117 E. Seventh Ave., Ybor City
813-248-4961
Since 1905, this handsome historic restaurant has been serving authentic and traditional Cuban meals. Other features include live entertainment and banquet facilities. Open for lunch and dinner.
Samurai Blue Sushi & Saki Bar
Japanese, Sushi $$
1600 E. 8th Ave., Centro Ybor
813-242-6688
A hip, contemporary scene with a fun twist on traditional sushi. Open Mon-Fri for lunch; Dinner daily.
Tampa Bay Brewing Company
Brew Pub $
1600 East 8th Ave., Ybor City
813-247-1422
www.tampabaybrewingcompany.com
The menu serves up some traditional meals, as well as some specialty creations. Open for lunch and dinner.
Ulele
Native Floridian Cuisine $$
1810 N. Highland Ave., Tampa
(813)999-4952
The recently opened gem created by restaurateur, Richard Gonzmart, is located on the Hillsborough River in Tampa Waterworks Park in completely rennovated building. From roasted oysters to a deconstructed seafood pot pie, the menu is filled with native-inspired cuisine.
La Terrazza
Italian $$$
1727 E. 7th Ave.
Ybor City, FL 33605
813-248-1326
www.laterrazzayborcity.com
Intimate Italian eatery with mastery of the basics, with creative specials. Authentic Italian feel.
James Joyce Irish Pub
Sandwiches, Burgers, Pub Food $
1724 E. 8th Ave.
Ybor City, FL 33605
813-247-1896
www.jamesjoyceybor.com
Named after the Irish writer, “The Joyce” is more a place to quaff a few pints than a full-on eatery. The grub is good, though, and sometimes necessary.
Taco Bus (The Original)
Mexican, Tacos $
913 East Hillsborough Avenue
Tampa, FL 33604
813-232-5889
Taco Bus, one of Tampa’s most beloved food trucks, delivers the real taste of Mexico with/or based on traditional recipes from every region of the country, each prepared daily with fresh ingredients in a custom kitchen. At breakfast, lunch and dinner, the daily menu features familiar favorites, daily specials and even a variety of vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free selections.
