34 Michelin® Talked about
Tampa Bay Eating places
The elevated meals scene in Tampa Bay continues to be acknowledged by the world-class Michelin Information. Folks from exterior the Bay Space are discovering what METRO has identified for a very long time — the Tampa Bay culinary choices are on fireplace.
HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY RESTAURANTS
Mise-en-Place
Pioneering Tampa’s delicacies, Homeowners Maryann Ferenc and Chef Marty Blitz intention to take your palette on an journey. French based mostly cooking strategies applied into their progressive menu design enable patrons to actually be taken on a culinary tour. Smoked Salmon Carpaccio, Vadouvan Crusted Scallops and Filet of Beef are only a few choices available at this Tampa fantastic eating staple.
442 W Grand Central Ave, Tampa, FL 33606
www.miseonline.com
Lilac
Throughout the posh Version Tampa lies Michelin® star Lilac. Trendy Mediterranean delicacies in an extremely upscale and refined surrounding. The 4 course prix fixe dinner menu celebrates Chef John Fraser’s vegetable-forward philosophy. Offering the utmost hospitality as patrons endeavor in a culinary tour, Lilac immerses the senses in an unforgettable expertise.
500 Channelside Dr, Tampa, FL 33602
www.lilacrestauranttampa.com
Cena
Trendy, contemporary and easy is the important thing in Cena’s imaginative and prescient. Cena interprets to “Dinner” in Italian and so they ship simply that. Get pleasure from Handmade pasta, meatballs and extra at this up to date Italian restaurant centrally positioned within the coronary heart of Channelside.
1120 E Kennedy Blvd UNIT 112, Tampa, FL 33602
www.cenatampa.com
Koya
Just lately a Michelin star was awarded to Koya, an intimate 8-seat tasting-menu-only expertise by Noble Rice. The tasting menu is a concentrate on superior substances. Within the Japanese tradition, the height season of a specific ingredient is known as its shun and the shun of many substances are passionately anticipated annually. At Koya, you may anticipate to expertise the idea of shun because the ever-changing, hyper-seasonal, and thematic menu will proceed honoring custom whereas showcasing new strategies.
807 W Platt St, Tampa, FL 33606
www.koyatampa.com
The Pearl
Completely positioned within the Water Road space, this restaurant, tavern and oyster room is properly outfitted to fulfill any craving and is certain to develop into “the” spot for prior engagements to Amalie area happenings. Devour a tasty Grilled Cheese or a lighter possibility Beet Salad which is astonishing. A myriad of craft beers might be loved with the pairing of any menu merchandise.
823 Water St C100, Tampa, FL 33602
www.thepearlrestaurant.com
Noble Rice
The reinvented Noble Rice stands sturdy within the Water Road district serving up Japanese delicacies. From the creators of the Michelin Star restaurant, Koya, the efforts of reaching culinary greatness is prevalent on this idea as properly.
615 Channelside Dr Suite 112, Tampa, FL 33602
www.noblericeco.com
Ūlëlē
Paying homage to Native Individuals using substances from Florida waters and land on this vibrant fusion of Native Floridian fare set in a country stylish surrounding. Seafood Risotto or Flank Steak are some favorites at this vibrant eatery.
1810 N Highland Ave, Tampa, FL 33602
www.ulele.com
Oak & Ola
Established by pals for pals, sharing ardour for meals, beverage & group pillar the very existence of this important Armature Works vacation spot. Euro-American impressed meals fare are solely complimented by the drink choice. Take a look at the seasonally impressed menu that includes thoughtfully sourced delights.
1910 N Ola Ave, Tampa, FL 33602
www.oakandola.com
Steelbach
The charming southern-inspired kitchen and chophouse inside a restored brick avenue automobile warehouse presents a steak lover expertise. Mesquite open fireplace grille, cooking excellently marbled and flavored steaks at over 1,000 levels compliments the riverfront and historic setting inside Armature Works.
1902 N Ola Ave, Tampa, FL 33602
www.steelbach.com
Rocca
Awarded a Michelin star in 2023, this properly deserving Italian eatery is aware of precisely what they’re doing. Chef Bryce Bonsack eloquently blends his New York culinary expertise with Italian coaching on this effort to move patrons. Handcrafted pasta, made to order hand pulled mozzarella ready table-side and varied properly thought out dishes.
323 W Palm Ave, Tampa, FL 33602
www.roccatampa.com
On Swann
Thoughtfully sourced new American delicacies ready in an open kitchen idea permits the patron a peek into the artwork of cooking a various seasonal menu that’s supplied at this institution. Take a look at the charcuterie boards! The Kale salad topped with a protein of salmon or rooster is a menu favourite.
1501 W. Swann Ave., Tampa, FL 33606
www.onswann.com
Timpano Hyde Park
Nestled within the coronary heart of historic Hyde Park, Timpano embodies the heat of an Italian kitchen in the course of the day and the vitality of a neighborhood cocktail bar at night time. A country magnificence surrounds you with the contemporary décor and foliage, the vigorous music, and the menu that includes consolation classics with a contemporary twist.
1610 W Swann Ave, Tampa, FL 33606
www.timpanohydepark.com
Psomi
Awarded a Bib Gourmand by Michelin, Psomi peeks the curiosity of visitors with its flavorful menu gadgets. The daytime eatery and bakery is an archetype of heat and luxury in a eating setting. Conventional Greek delicacies and new creations are certain to be admired.
701 N Howard Ave, Tampa, FL 33606
www.eatpsomi.com
Columbia Restaurant
For 119 years, the historic Ybor location has been serving up scrumptious Spanish dishes together with the famed 1905 salad, rooster and yellow rice, ropa vieja and extra. Benefit from the Flamenco dancers for a vigorous present.
2117 E seventh Ave, Tampa, FL 33605
www.columbiarestaurant.com
Haven
The Bern’s Household of Eating places by no means ceases to amaze. Haven boasts a wide selection of wines and cheeses that may certainly tantalize.. Charcuterie boards and progressive small plates are the group pleasers. Make reservations or arrive once they open to safe a spot, because the bar fills up fast.
2208 W Morrison Ave, Tampa, FL 33606
www.haventampa.com
Bern’s Steak Home
A staple of the Tampa meals scene since 1956. The purple velvet partitions, ornate gold mirrors and Greek statues comprise the extravagant decor of this world-class steakhouse. Well-known for its steaks, intensive assortment of wine and Harry Waugh Dessert Room. A Tampa traditional eating vacation spot.
1208 S. Howard Ave., Tampa, FL 33606
www.bernssteakhouse.com
Restaurant BT
Impressed traditional French-Vietnamese delicacies is curated in a smooth zen-like environment. Proprietor BT Nguyen prides herself on offering the necessities, and extra, as she pays homage to her tradition’s pleasure and pleasure. Mild, refined and chic are the primary descriptors of what to anticipate eating at BT.
2507 S. MacDill Ave., Tampa, FL 33629
www.restaurantbt.com
Ponte Trendy American
Magnificence redefined is what to anticipate at Ponte. A smooth bar and lounge are complimented by top notch service and French/Italian influences. Chef Chris Ponte, esteemed space restaurateur, blends his Parisian culinary coaching in his menu design. The expertise will not be full with out cooks service for desk aspect caviar, and champagne.
1010 Gramercy Ln, Tampa, FL 33607
www.pontetampa.com
OLIVIA
It’s a household affair with Chris & Michelle Ponte, and son JT Mahony, working the restaurant named after their daugher, Olivia. Their imaginative and prescient brings out one of the best in southern and northern Italian delicacies. Get pleasure from scrumptious handmade pasta, pizza, steak & seafood in an informal, but chicly refined environment.
3601 W. Swann Ave., Tampa, FL 33609
www.oliviatampa.com
Rooster & the Until
A large ensemble of delicacies has been cultivated at this native hotspot over time. Meals and drinks that excite is what’s in retailer on the Seminole Heights fan favourite. Award successful cooks and workers enthusiastically present an exemplary expertise. Let’s not neglect a few of their accolades, 2022, in addition to, 2023 Michelin Bib Gourmand.
6500 N. Florida Ave., Tampa, FL 33604
www.roosterandthetill.com
Supernatural Meals & Wine
Downtown Tampa’s premier spot for traditional sandwiches, scrumptious breakfast and lunch. This bijou operation doesn’t lack demand as their signature donuts promote out fast, extra instances than not. A go-to sandwich providing is the turkey and cheddar soften accompanied by candy bacon jam.
305 E Polk St, Tampa, FL 33602
www.supernaturalfoodandwine.sq..web site
EBBE
The seasonal substances utilized within the tasting menu permits an expertise like no different, complemented by the trendy design and important marble U formed bar. Scandinavian influences blended in premiere crafted dishes intention to excite the palate as Chef Ebbe and his staff present fairly the delight.
1202 N Franklin St, Tampa, FL 33602
www.chefebbe.com
Predalina
A sturdy coastal inspiration is infused within the delicacies at this Water Road hotspot. The energetic environment pairs properly with one of the best of the Mediterranean areas seafood. The big variety of sandwiches and salads on the lunch menu enable for a extra relaxed vibe than dinner service, which is primarily centered on entrées and house-made pasta.
1001 E Cumberland Ave, Tampa, FL 33602
www.predalina.com
Kōsen
Put together to be immersed in a Omakase expertise that’s intricate and concerned but refined and relaxed. Mixing custom with innovation underneath esteemed Government Chef Wei Chen, the precision is obvious as the varied choices heighten the senses.
07 W Palm Ave, Tampa, FL 33602
www.kosentampa.com
Élevage SoHo Kitchen & Bar
Rather more than the usual resort eating expertise with its affiliation to the Bern’s Household of Eating places. The calming environment of Élevage inside the posh boutique resort, Epicurean astonishes patrons with its huge taste profiles.
1207 S Howard Ave, Tampa, FL 33606
www.epicureanhotel.com/style/elevage
Streetlight Taco
Dropped at you by the founders of Michelin star restaurant Rocca, Streetlight Tacos captures the essence of conventional Mexican delicacies with a aptitude. The contemporary pulled Oaxaca cheese is made on web site, together with the grinding of corn for the freshest and most genuine tortillas.
4004 Henderson Blvd, Tampa, FL 33629
www.streetlighttacos.com
Bistro BT
Celebrated native restaurateur, Chef BT Nguyen exudes excellence with the charming environment on this Vietnamese fusion idea. The crispy spring rolls characteristic beneficiant parts of floor pork, glass noodles and wooden ear mushroom to precede the aromatic pho.
4267 Henderson Blvd, Tampa, FL 33629
www.bistro-bt.com
Yummy Home
Whether or not it’s most well-liked for American-Chinese language delicacies or conventional Chinese language fare, Yummy Home stays a fan favourite. An intensive menu supplies an array of choices akin to salt-and-pepper calamari, orange rooster or clay pot-braised fish.
302 N Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL 33609
www.yhschinabistro.com/menu
Flaming Mountain
The aptitude of this eating expertise is trulyinvolved within the delicacies itself. The traditional Sichuan delicacies and grilled skewers enable patrons the chance to style this authenticity with out the journey.
13520 College Plaza St, Tampa, FL 33613
www.flamingmountaintampa.com
Gorkhali Kitchen
Himalayan delicacies is certain to be loved because the Nepalese focus is accompanied by Indian components.. The goat specialties which are supplied are pleasantly tasty and really fall off the bone tender. Momo, Nepalese dumplings arrive both seared, pan fried and even in a jhol broth.
10044 Cross Creek Blvd, Tampa, FL 33647
www.gorkhalikitchentampa.com
PINELLAS COUNTY RESTAURANTS
Sushi Sho Rexley
Tucked into an unassuming house downtown, Sushi Sho Rexley is a spot the place you don’t simply eat sushi—you expertise it. The omakase right here is suave, intimate, and deliberately gradual. Every course arrives like a small present: pristine cuts of fish flown in from Japan, completely seasoned rice, and delicate garnishes that by no means overpower.
214 2nd Road North, St Petersburg, FL 33701
www.rexleysushi.com
Il Ritorno
This contemporary Italian restaurant has a method of creating you’re feeling such as you’ve stumbled right into a Milanese chef’s dream kitchen. The pasta is house-made and deeply flavored—think about quick rib stuffed mezzaluna or squid ink capellini with simply the fitting contact of spice. What makes Il Ritorno stand out is the way it balances traditional and up to date in all of its menu choices.
449 Central Ave., St. Petersburg, FL 33701
www.ilritornodowntown.com
Fortu – Daring Pan-Asian Fusion
Stroll into Fortu and develop into instantly struck by its design: darkish woods, glowing lanterns, and a format that feels smooth but welcoming. The menu is a flavor-jumping journey by way of Asia with detours into the Center East and even the Mediterranean. Suppose crispy duck bao buns, silky miso black cod, and wild cocktails with lemongrass and ginger foam. Each dish looks like an announcement—daring, playful, and unapologetically fusion. Fortu doesn’t play it secure, and that’s precisely why it really works.
214 2nd Road North, St Petersburg, FL 33701
www.forturestaurants.com
The Tides Market
A love letter to Florida’s seafood heritage. What began as a humble fish market has blossomed right into a full-service spot the place you may seize a blackened grouper sandwich that’s certainly capable of put all others to disgrace.
305 Foremost Road, Security Harbor, FL 34695
www.thetidesmarket.com
— Compiled by Evan Parag
