30 new restaurants that opened in Tampa Bay so far this summer

Two Shepherds Taproom

4813 N. Grady Ave., Tampa, (813) 769-9983
Tampa’s very first indoor, outdoor 21-and-up dog bar has opened with a play area for dogs and full air conditioning and 20 rotating taps and a wide wine selection for their owners.
Photo via Two Shepherds Taproom/Facebook

Koya

807 W. Platt St., Tampa, 813-284-7423
If you’re into surprises, visit Koya, Tampa’s first omakase-only restaurant, brought about by owners of Noble Rice. Omakase, translating to “Leave it to you, chef,” means guests are served whatever the chef chooses off the menu.
Photo via KoyaTampa.com

Pickford’s Counter

2606 W. Hillsborough Ave, Tampa, (813) 308-9668
The Pickford Sundries storefront is given new life with the new restaurant concept Pickford’s Counter. The soda shop spot pays homage to the history of the shop itself, while bringing in some modern spins on classic comfort food dishes. The menu offers breakfast and lunch, starring items like the “Damn Good Grilled Cheese” and the unexpected “Cereal Quesito.”
Photo via Pickford’s Counter/Facebook

Rome & Fig Bistro

317 N. Rome Ave., Tampa, (813) 253-3353
The new North Hyde Park restaurant offers a full bar and cocktail program highlighting a full range of brews and wines. Key menu items include the seafood risotto, lamb chops, tuna tartare, Asian-style wings and bison meatballs. Plus, it has plenty of outdoor seating.
Photo via Rome & Fig Bistro/Facebook

Side Piece

587 Main St., Dunedin, (813) 683-8454
This new, casual order-at-the-counter spot opened in Dunedin a week before its initial opening date, giving the area a head start on trying a panini-focused menu. Try the confit duck french drip “quack attack” panini, the vegetarian “mary mo,” the meat-filled “hey mario,” or any of the innovative sides like the Thai popcorn and charcuterie plate.
Photo via Side Piece/Instagram

Club 201

201 Central Ave., St. Petersburg, (813) 501-5661
This St. Pete speakeasy highlights a drink menu which includes cocktails, craft beers and CBD-infused drinks as well as a small plate menu and other CBD products like vegan candies.
Photo via Club 201/Facebook

Tiki Docks Skyway Bar and Grill

3769 50th Ave. S., St. Petersburg, (813) 683-8454
Opened in St. Pete’s Maximo Marina, at the former location of Getaway, Tiki Docks serves a variety of specialty sandwiches, like the Perfect 10 Dockwich and a raw bar, as well as vibrant cocktails served in colorful tiki glasses.
Photo via Tiki Docks Skyway Bar and Grill/Facebook

Crislip Cafe

645 Central Ave., St. Petersburg, (727) 954-0117
A new coffee shop and bakery fit for the caffeine-addicted and conscious shopper, Crislip Cafe puts an emphasis on locally-brewed coffee and locally-owned businesses. Guests can try the café's lavender latte, ‘Purple Rain,” its activated charcoal latte, “Voodoo Child,” and more, as well as a wine and local craft beer bar set to debut this fall.
Photo via Crislip Cafe/Instagram

Yummy Europe

1320 34th St. N, St. Petersburg, (727) 686-1223
This European grocery store and deli is set to come to St. Pete this August, bringing a range of international products along. Featured items include wine, beer, coffee, smoked meats, specialty sausages, cheeses, farm fresh eggs and spices from countries including Italy, Greece, Romania, Hungary, Russia, Germany and more.
Photo via Yummy Europe/Facebook

Brighter Days Brewing Co.

311 N. Safford Ave., Tarpon Springs, (727) 698-0309
Beer lovers can visit the new Brighter Days Brewing Co., to check out q vast selection of unique brews served in bright can designs. Some offerings include the Raspberry Beret sour ale, Bicycle Race pale ale and Endless Love hazy pale ale.
Photo via Brighter Days Brewing Co./Facebook

DeVito’s Italian Specialities

200 N. Tampa St.,Tampa, (813) 609-3833
Serving classic Italian dishes with a modern spin, Tampa’s new DeVito’s offers a high-end dining experience for those looking for some authentic pasta, salads and entrees, including their rigatoni bolognese, veal osso bucco and more.
Photo via DeVito’s Italian Specialties/Facebook

Oronzo Honest Italian

18027 Highwoods Preserve Pkwy., Tampa, 813-730-0100
The fast-casual Oronzo Honest Italian boasts a loaded menu filled with Italian soups, salads, pizzas and their ‘Italian burritos.’ Oronzo also incorporates options for dietary restrictions like gluten-free noodles and vegan dishes.
Photo via Oronzo Honest Italian/Facebook

Naked Farmer

200 Central Ave., St. Petersburg, (727) 826-0338 and 615 Channelside Drive, Tampa, 813-553-7106
With two locations in Tampa’s Sparkman Wharf and St. Pete, the Naked Farmer is a locally sourced food stop offering a different menu depending on the season. Right now, you can stop in for a build-your-own bowl with different veggies, grains and proteins.
Photo via Naked Farmer/Facebook

Patti’s Kitchen

6527 Park Blvd., Pinellas Park, (727) 289-4153
Those looking for Thai street food now have a new spot to visit in Pinellas Park. Patti’s Kitchen serves several Thai noodle dishes as well as appetizers like their grilled pork balls and desserts like the Thai coconut cake.
Photo via Patti's Kitchen/Instagram

Water + Flour

1015 S. Howard Ave, Tampa, (813) 251-8406
With a new look, name and menu the once-Ciccio, is now Water + Flour. The lunch and dinner menus include “simple sushi” (think ahi tuna, hamachi and avocado rolls), “rolls that spark joy” (yes, there’s a volcano roll), California bowls (chicken & broccolini, “Fitness,” “The Local” and more), small plates and grilled wraps while the “All Day” menu has fresh pasta (the “Lil’ Spicy,” three-cheese bolognese, more), salads and nine types of 12-inch brick oven pizza. Prices go from $4 for a small Italiano salad to $39 for a family-sized plant-based bolognese pasta.
Photo via Water + Flour/Facebook

Hungry Crab Juicy Seafood and Bar

8841 Park Blvd. N., Seminole, (727) 319-6661
At Hungry Crab’s second location, guests can expect the typical seafood gambit of fried shrimp, calamari, hush puppies, and oysters. Wings, gumbo, macaroni and cheese, and sausage are also in the mix. The first Hungry Crab location is in Winter Haven.
Photo via Hungry Crab Juicy Seafood and Bar/Facebook

Hoots

204 1st Ave N., St. Petersburg, (727) 220-4607
Hoots is a fast casual wing joint from Hooters which describes itself as “a little bit Hooters, a little bit its own thing,” which may refer to the fact there’s no servers in pantyhose, and instead the staff (including men) sport khakis and orange shirts. Like it’s mother nest, Hoots focuses on wings, tenders, shrimps and boasts 11 different sauces. The new 1,000 square-foot space also includes outdoor seating, and the full menu is available on most delivery apps, as well as for takeout.
Photo via Hoots

Guava Grill

2106 W. Main St., Tampa, (813) 251-4553
Stationed within West Tampa Bay’s Cannon Beer Company, Guava Grill serves Cuban-inspired tavern food and guava creations, like their Havana Nachos, Main St. Cuban Sandwich and Guava Grilled Cheese Sliders.
Photo via Google Street screen capture

Fly Bar and Restaurant

442 W. Kennedy Blvd., Tampa, (813) 803-8550
The Fly Bar Restaurant features a large, dog-friendly patio perfect for social distancing. Cuisine includes its classic burgers and potato waffles. Along with your expected alcoholic beverages, the Fly Bar offers a number of specialty drinks like Freddie’s Dead, which is made up of Appleton Estate 12 Year, Copper and King’s brandy, hoodoo liquer, pineapple, citrus and cinnamon.
Photo via Fly Bar and Restaurant/Facebook

Chef & the Baker

1701 N. Franklin St, Tampa, (813) 444-3708
Located inside The Hall on Franklin in Tampa Heights, Chef and the Baker offers a fancier flair to patisserie items, including favorites like the croissant doughnut. Savory items are also on the menu for those looking for brunch like a ham, egg and cheese croissant.
Photo via Chef & the Baker/Facebook