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Any Chowhound-worthy places in North Pinellas or Pasco counties?
If it is an extension of Circles in South Tampa, don't bother going. The rice is Uncle Ben's and the pasta is chef boyardee. I ordered Salmon and it was okay. SO and I went there for dinner with a few friends and it was one of the worst meals I have ever had. If I had to go there again, I would make sure to get tanked at the bar first so I would not notice how bad the food is. Sorry to be so mean, but the food really was soooo bad.
Decent food in Tallahassee, FL?
I agree with the other post. Try out Mozaic also- from the same owners of Kool Beans. Chez Pierre also has GREAT pate, typical french fare, etc. For quick fast food try Guthries- fried chicken strips, fries and texas toast- a Southern tradition. Good Southern food also at Catfish Pad. Stay away from the Chinese Restaurants- they're all pretty bad......
Stonewood Tavern in Ormond Beach?
For chain restaurants, it's pretty good. Seafood has always been fresh when I've gone there, Their specialty is a chocolate bread pudding- it is DIVINE. Ask for it with mint choco chip ice cream...yum!
Tampa Foodies - where are they?
I agree with the Bern's assessment. Even the dessert is not that great!
I like Don Jose's. If you go to Stonewood, try the chocolate bread pudding- to die for!
Tampa Foodies - where are they?
Thanks for the suggestions. I love Jimbo's (some of the best bbq in FL- along with Kojak's and Robert's).
Tampa Foodies - where are they?
I agree with the thoughts on pane rustica- love that place. And yes- Cypress in Tally is awesome as well. I have not tried Gulf Bistro in Madeira, but I will now. Thanks so much for the suggestion.
The Miami Herald recently published a similar article about Miami restaurants- so it's not just Tampa!
Best Dessert in Tampa/Central FL?
That place looks great- thanks so much for the suggestion!!
Top Institutions in FLA
Spring Creek Restaurant in Spring Creek, FL (Panhandle)
The Yearling Restaurant in Cross Creek, FL (Central FL, by Micanopy)
Catfish Pad in Tallahassee (best catfish in FL)
Kojak's Ribs in Tampa
Clark's Fish Camp in Jacksonville
Versaille in Miami
Joe's Stone Crab in Miami
The Forge in Miami Beach
The Original Conch Fritters Stand (since 1934?) in Key West
Sloppy Joe's in Key West (for drinks, but do jello shots count as food?)
Tampa Foodies - where are they?
What's happened with Tampa food? I've been all over Florida (Tally, Jax, MIA, Orl, etc.) and can honestly say that Tampa food is overrun with chains and lacks originality.
Yes, I know the Columbia, Berns, Sideberns, Mise en Place, etc. are all great- but where are the truly avant-garde restaurants?
I'm looking for something on par with Kool Beans or Mosaic in Tallahassee; Abracci, Les Halles, or Romeo's in Miami; Big Pink or the Forge in Miami Beach; or BBs or Bistro Aix in Jacksonville.
Any suggestions would be most welcome!!!!
Best Dessert in Tampa/Central FL?
Can anyone recommend great dessert/wine in the Tampa Bay area or maybe nearby Orlando? I'm thinking Valrhona chocolate and a nice port or fresh berries and zabayon- something in that league. Thanks!
Tampa
Best local cuban would be arco iris on columbus. they have the basics and are consistent. get the chickpea soup- very very good. And best cuban bakery would be la florida also on columbus. you can also try la teresita for fast diner style cuban fare- also on columbus.
Best Indian, Thai, and Chinese in Tampa/St. Pete Area?
Can anyone recommend the best indian, thai and chinese restaurants in the Tampa/St. Pete area? Thanks!!!!
