The below list of new businesses has been updated as of March 17.
Looking for the next new restaurant hitting Tampa Bay’s food scene? Check out these buzzy places to eat and drink in Tampa + St. Pete — plus, some spots coming soon. Keep tabs on this list to stay ahead of the cuisine curve. And don’t forget to bookmark it.
Newly open
Greenlane, Wesley Chapel | Fast-casual salads, bowls | Reservations: No
Both salad aficionados and those wary of greens will appreciate the fare at the locally-based brand’s latest drive-thru.
1983, Tampa | New American | Reservations: Yes
This “neighborhood social hub” serves up casual brunch, family dinner, and casual fare on the expansive outdoor patio.
Pop-Up Bagels, Multiple locations | Bagels | Reservations: No
You don’t slice these famed bagels, they’re the tearing kind. The “not famous, but known” chain Pop-Up Bagels serves plain, poppy, salt, and sesame bagels, tubs of schmear, and the fishy works.
Cognac, Downtown St. Pete | French | Reservations: Yes
We’ll take the mussels, caviar, and actually the whole menu. Cognac, a new French bistro from the owners of Bacchus, serves a daily happy hour brunch, lunch, and dinner.
Fisk, Tampa | Scandinavian bistro | Reservations: Yes
Michelin-starred chef Ebbe Vollmer opened a second Tampa restaurant late last year. And it’s right next door to his second concept, Ebbe. The intimate spot serves a constantly evolving menu of fish and Scandinavian dishes.
V-Roll, Gulfport | Vietnamese | Reservations: No
It’s all rolls and bowls at the hippie town’s newest eatery. Customize your own spring rolls, rice and noodle dishes, or order off the menu — then take your haul right over to the beach. Pro tip: It’s in the old Golden Dinosaurs location.
Elliot Aster, St. Pete | Upscale eats | Reservations: Yes
A Michelin-starred chef just opened a new fine dining location at the Pink Lady. Elliott Aster — dedicated to the Florida wildflower + developer that named the Vinoy —offers steaks, an antipasti bar, and an outdoor seating area with those primo waterfront views.
RetroHouse, Tampa | Chinese, coffee | Reservations: No
This new Tampa gem goes day to night like no other. Start the morning off with coffee and pastries, then move into the range of Chinese dishes like dim sum and bao once you’re ready for lunch. So far, folks are raving about the matcha with yuzu dip, calling it “top of the line.”
Olivia, St. Pete | Modern Italian | Reservations: Yes
Chef Chris Ponte recently added an Olivia spot across the Bay to accompany the already popular South Tampa restaurant. You can expect the same beloved pizza, pasta, charcuterie, cicchetti, cheeses + more Italian delights.
Lara, Tampa | Drinks, small plates | Reservations: No
The Tampa Bay Times called this new Ybor City restaurant, apothecary bar, and marketplace the “most exciting restaurant to open this year.” Renowned local chef Suzanne Lara dreamed up a menu with Spanish, Italian, and Cuban influences.
Sip on a brew or two in the sun-soaked Mad Dogs & Englishmen dining room.
Photo by Collins PR Group
Mad Dogs & Englishmen, Tampa| Pub eats | Reservations: Yes
The South Tampa pub recently reopened in a massive new space on South MacDill Avenue. Now helmed by Oxford Commons Hospitality Company, the new location serves some of the tavern’s old fare in a new 6,000-sqft space decorated with photos of British pop singers and a custom mural.
Seymour’s, St. Pete | Bagels, breakfast | Reservations: No
The newest member of the Pete’s Bagels is already a DTSP hotpsot. The coffee and bagel spot is serving matzo ball soup, sandwiches on rye bread, coffee, and bagels (duh) out of the historic Snell Arcade building. And the name? That’s an ode to owner Steven Peterman’s grandfather.
Perry’s Porch, St. Pete | Coffee bar + cafe | Reservations: Yes
Enjoy a quick working lunch with a view of the St. Pete Pier + the downtown waterfront. The menu is packed with breakfast, lunch, dinner, and cocktail options. We’re ravenous for the charred octopus.
Eat Art Love Café & Gallery, St. Pete | Brunch | Reservations: Yes
What’s more Tampa Bay than sinking into your breakfast surrounded by local art? Not much. The cafe’s menu rotates seasonally with dishes like blueberry cream cheese pancakes, watermelon salad, and duck and grits.
Cousin Vinny’s Sandwich Co., Tampa | Italian, sandwiches | Reservations: No
Michelin already named this new sandwich shop to its Florida Guide. So that means its chicken cutlet-stuffed and prosciutto sammies must be pretty dang good.
Coming soon
Uno Mas Tampa, Tampa Heights | Mexican | Opening date: TBD
Opening on the ground floor of the old Hall on Franklin space, the
Mexico City-style taqueria will boast hidden speakeasy spaces for sipping on mezcal-forward drinks.
Boogie Nights, Tampa Heights | Cocktails | Opening date: TBD
Head upstairs at the historic spot to boogie to tunes from across the 70s, 80s, early 90s and other eras underneath the glow of wavy neon mood lighting.
Hail Mary Tampa, Tampa Heights | American | Opening date: TBD
The final installment in the Hall on Franklin refresh is an elevated sports bar, complete with wraparound TVs and jerseys framed by picture lighting.
Easy Tiger, EDGE District | HIFI listening lounge | Opening date: April
Sit back and jam to vintage vinyl sets and sip on “playful but polished cocktails” at the newest spot from the team behind Wild Child, Slim Charmer, and The Bends.
Smith’s Provisions, Tampa | American | Opening date: March
Inspired by old school roadside burger stands, Sparkman Wharf’s newest addition will offer a range of burgers and sandwiches perfect for enjoying by the water.
The Back Bar, Tampa | Bar | Opening date: March
The Cru team also plans to open a new drinkery serving all kinds of cocktails and vino at the Wharf this spring, promising it’s “meant to feel like (it has) always belonged here.”
The Moon Under Water | British | Opening date: TBD
Talk about a comeback kid. The longtime Sunshine City British pub is reopening just four years after its 2021 closure — but now in Gulfport. The pub’s old menu was packed with British staples like sausage rolls and cod fingers, plus award-winning Indian dishes.
Forbici Modern Italian | Modern Italian | Opening date: TBD
Hyde Park’s beloved Italian joint is opening up another location in TBAY. Owners announced a second location will replace Sea Salt in the revamped Sundial complex in downtown St. Pete. What’s on the menu? We hope the calabrian chicken wings and all of our other faves.
