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Let’s be real: It’s always taco time

Take a bite out of Taco Tuesday in Tampa Bay
A flat lay show shows three tacos stuffed with meat, peppers, and drizzled in sauce, next to chips and salsa, and a margarita with a lime on the rim.
Pair those zesty tacos with a marg or two at Red Mesa. | Photo by @redmesacantina
Every time Tuesday rolls around we’ve got one thing on the brain: tacos. Lucky for us, there’s dozens of spots to get your fix in the Tampa Bay area.

We’re digging into a few of our fave local options:

Taco Dirty, 2221 W. Platt St., Tampa

For the health-conscious among us, Taco Dirty packs in protein and flavor with options like grilled corn tortillas or lettuce wraps, grilled lime and sour orange chicken, and their Buffalo Avo Broccoli. Stop by for “Dirty Hour” — every day, not just Tuesday — from 2 to 6 p.m. for $8 tres taco plates, $3 canned beers and seltzers, and $6 margs.

Tacos el Primo, multiple locations

You might just miss this taco-haven tucked away in the Rainbow Food Mart or Henderson Bull Mart. Good thing you have us to inform you about Tacos el Primo’s mix and match birria taco special, three taco special, and fried fish taco. Make sure to stock up on Mexican Coca Cola and Jarritos too.

Taquitos Mexican Restaurant, 9617 Bay Pines Blvd., St. Petersburg

Looking for top-notch Mexican eats in a laid back environment? Look no further. This Bay Pines eatery’s menu is packed with tinga, carne asada, al pastor tacos, and tons of other homemade delights. We recommend the quesa birria tacos.

A manicured hand dips a quesabirria taco into a meaty soup

Double dipping is encouraged.

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Photo via @eatgreenlemon


Green Lemon, 915 S. Howard Ave., Tampa

Turn taco night into a night out at the hopping Hyde Park restaurant. The Taco Tuesday options are endless, but highlights include the Street Trio — which lets you pick any three tacos and a side — or the Shia Labeef taco packed with (you guessed it) spicy shredded beef and queso fresca. Stop by every day from 3 to 7 p.m. for Fiesta Hour deals like three tacos for $10 or red sangria for $5.
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Asked

What year was the Taco Tuesday promotion first offered?
A. 1933
B. 2011
C. 1993
D. 1979
Tell us, taco historians
 
Events
Tuesday, July 30
  • Clearwater Threshers vs. Jupiter Hammerheads | Tuesday, July 30 | 6:30 p.m. | BayCare Ballpark, 601 N. Old Coachman Rd., Clearwater | $9+ | It’s a Florida showdown as our West Coast boys face off against the East Coast squad.
Wednesday, July 31
  • Wine Bites Europe: Tour Europe via Wine & Cheese | Wednesday, July 31 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | MUST Wine Loft, 442 2nd St. N., St. Petersburg | $82 | Explore Europe’s food scene sans the pricey plane ticket with this guided tasting.
  • Lip Rejuvenation ft. Flirte Beauty | Wednesday, July 31 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | The Tampa EDITION, 500 Channelside Dr., Tampa | $61 | Pamper yourself with a luxurious Hydrafacial lip perk treatment, rejuvenating KNESKO lip mask, and lipstick shade-matching session at the luxe spa.
  • Team Building Olympics | Wednesday, July 31 | Times vary | Empower Adventures, 423 Lafayette Blvd., Oldsmar | $79 | Score a gold level good deal on this team building exercise and zip line adventure — must buy by Wednesday, July 31 and use before Thursday, Oct. 31.
Thursday, Aug. 1
  • Russell Peters: Live | Thursday, Aug. 1 | 6:30 p.m., 9:30 p.m. | Seminole Hard Rock, 5223 Orient Rd., Tampa | $80+ | The acclaimed Canadian stand-up comedian brings his act to the Cigar City stage.
Friday, Aug. 2
  • Leading Ladies Network | Friday, Aug. 2 | 9-10:30 a.m. | North Tampa Bay Chamber: Wiregrass Office, 28210 Paseo Dr., Wesley Chapel | $15 | Mingle with other Tampa Bay businesswomen and listen to a session on leadership models.
  • Yoga | Friday, Aug. 2 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Wild Roots, 1949 1st Ave. S., Unit A, St. Petersburg | $25 | Enter a flow state in the tranquil plant shop in this session designed to melt away stress and restore balance — and enjoy mocktails after class + 10% off plants.
  • The Head And The Heart | Friday, Aug. 2 | 7 p.m. | Jannus Live, 200 1st Ave. N., St. Petersburg | $41 | You won’t have to cross “Rivers and Roads” to watch the beloved indie act perform at the outdoor venue.
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News Notes
Closed
  • South Tampa’s Fresh Kitchen is closed after suffering a massive fire early Monday. Owners say they aren’t sure if the 1350 S. Howard Ave. location will reopen. The popular restaurant is working to “figure out a way to rebuild our iconic flagship.” (Tampa Bay Times)
Civic
  • Watering restrictions might be here to stay. Tampa leaders are hoping to put permanent restrictions on irrigation — saying the current once-a-week watering has saved at least a billion gallons. Tampa City Council will discuss the proposal for permanent water restrictions on Thursday, Aug. 1. Watch the meeting online. (WTSP)
Development
  • Construction on St. Petersburg’s Parc Center for Disabilities’ new Children’s Services Center begins today. The 14,000-sqft building will be the new home of the Discovery Learning Center preschool, Family Focus Early Intervention Services, and Caregiver Relief Services. (St. Pete Catalyst)
Eat
  • Your new date night spot just dropped. Birkin’s Steakhouse and Sushi recently opened at 16411 N. Florida Ave. in Lutz. The spot offers delights for both carnivores and seafood lovers, like bacon-wrapped scallops, ribeyes, and sashimi. (That’s So Tampa)
Announced
  • Back off the beach, please. Workers just began the beach renourishment project at south Pass-A-Grille Beach. Once finished, 140,000+ cubic yards of sand will be spread on the shore. Access to the area is cut off through September, when work will begin at the north beach. (St. Pete Catalyst)
Coming Soon
  • The Burg’s Dead Bob’s location is making a change. The laid-back TBAY burger joint will move just a short walk away to a bigger home at 6475 Central Ave. The expanded eatery will debut in 2025 + also allow the spot to offer breakfast every day and live music. (St. Pete Rising)
Listen
  • Ready for a peek behind the lens? Head to the The Florida Museum of Photographic Arts this Thursday, Aug. 1 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. for “The Lens at the End of the Line Break: A Poetic Lecture by the First Photo Laureate of St. Petersburg, Thomas Sayers Ellis.”
Olympics
  • .St. Pete tennis star Danielle Collins is playing right now against Colombia’s Camila Osorio. Get the latest on all of Tampa and St. Pete’s Olympians from our friends at 10 Tampa Bay. And watch Collins (and all your favorite Olympians) on Peacock.
Sports
  • It’s time to break down the Rays’ recent trades. Get game coverage, analysis, insights, interviews, and more from local experts of the Tampa Bay Rays with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
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    The 2024 Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday is here
    Chalkboard that reads "back to school" surrounded by various school supplies.
    Happy first day back to school. | Photo by Oleksandr P via Pexels
    School is nearly back in session, TBAY. Now, let’s get the kiddos — and teachers — prepped with all the supplies for the new school year.

    Florida’s Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday 2024 runs through Sunday, Aug. 11 and allows residents to skip the sales tax on school year essentials like laptops, pencils, backpacks, pants, shirts, binders, headphones, notebooks, and pens.

    But there are a few guidelines to be aware of before you hit Target. The deal only applies to:
    • School supplies selling for $50 or less
    • Learning aids that cost $30 or less
    • Clothes and shoes selling for $100 or less per item
    • Personal computers and related accessories that cost $1,500 or less per item
    Wondering if your potential purchase falls under the guidelines? Check out the Florida Revenue Department’s full list.
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