Guidebook: Fun places to visit

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Guidebook: Fun places to visit

Food Scene

Middle Eastern cuisine, with American presentation.
Pita Kebob
3028 E College Ave
Middle Eastern cuisine, with American presentation.
Down home authentic Southern BBQ !! BBQ Ribs & more!
13 locals recommend
Sonny's BBQ
2250 Seminole Blvd
13 locals recommend
Down home authentic Southern BBQ !! BBQ Ribs & more!
Upscale Restaurant https://www.ocean-prime.com/locations-menus/tampa
101 locals recommend
Ocean Prime
2205 N Westshore Blvd
101 locals recommend
Upscale Restaurant https://www.ocean-prime.com/locations-menus/tampa
Upscale dining: Brunch or dinner
BRIO Tuscan Grille
190 University Town Center Dr
Upscale dining: Brunch or dinner
26 locals recommend
The Capital Grille
2223 N Westshore Blvd
26 locals recommend
Asian/American fusion restaurant.
17 locals recommend
P.F. Chang's
27001 US Hwy 19 N
17 locals recommend
Asian/American fusion restaurant.
Upscale dining in one of most historic hotels in USA
112 locals recommend
The Don CeSar
3400 Gulf Blvd
112 locals recommend
Upscale dining in one of most historic hotels in USA
Authentic Asian Cuisine. Best Pho in the area! Enjoy!
Pho Mai
13025 US-301
Authentic Asian Cuisine. Best Pho in the area! Enjoy!
Gyros, Mediterranean pitas, salads, wraps & skewers.
Pita Kebob
3028 E College Ave
Gyros, Mediterranean pitas, salads, wraps & skewers.
Upscale Steakhouse: Opened in 1956, features dry-aged steaks, huge wine list. Reservations required, call in advance (813) 251-2421
384 locals recommend
Bern's Steak House
1208 S Howard Ave
384 locals recommend
Upscale Steakhouse: Opened in 1956, features dry-aged steaks, huge wine list. Reservations required, call in advance (813) 251-2421
Upscale sophisticated decor, huge wine list, classic steak & seafood menu.
101 locals recommend
Ocean Prime
2205 N Westshore Blvd
101 locals recommend
Upscale sophisticated decor, huge wine list, classic steak & seafood menu.
Authentic latin cuisine! Breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
11 locals recommend
Mi Viejo Latin Cafe’ And Catering
6002 N 41 Hwy
11 locals recommend
Authentic latin cuisine! Breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Florida's Annual Strawberry Festival is an 11-day community event celebrating the strawberry harvest of Eastern Hillsborough County. Each year, over half a million visitors enjoy the festival’s headline entertainment, live music, youth livestock shows, rides, exhibits of commerce and, of course, its strawberry shortcake. Fun, fun, fun! Family friendly!
18 locals recommend
Florida Strawberry Festival
303 BerryFest Place
18 locals recommend
Florida's Annual Strawberry Festival is an 11-day community event celebrating the strawberry harvest of Eastern Hillsborough County. Each year, over half a million visitors enjoy the festival’s headline entertainment, live music, youth livestock shows, rides, exhibits of commerce and, of course, its strawberry shortcake. Fun, fun, fun! Family friendly!
Great location! Enjoy breakfast, lunch, or dinner!
7 locals recommend
Apollo Beach Diner
6048 N U.S. Hwy 41
7 locals recommend
Great location! Enjoy breakfast, lunch, or dinner!
Authentic Latin Cuisine
11 locals recommend
Mi Viejo Latin Cafe’ And Catering
6002 N 41 Hwy
11 locals recommend
Authentic Latin Cuisine
The Riverhouse Waterfront is one location with multiple waterfront dining experiences. It is located at the end of the pier at Regatta Pointe Marina. On the ground level we have the Reef & Grill. This local favorite has a casual atmosphere featuring indoor and outdoor seating, full liquor sit down bar, weekly specials, daily happy hour, and a large menu featuring seafood, burgers, vegetarian options and more. Great for kids, groups, and date nights. Located on the second floor of the Riverhouse, just above the long established Reef & Grill, the Second Floor is an elevated coastal kitchen delivering a gourmet, abbreviated menu in a warm, historically inspired space inviting you to sit down & stay awhile. Experience something decadent; a place to relax and share conversation over cocktails, coffees & confections. Our Second Floor is open Thursday thru Saturday evenings. Make reservations for the Reef & Grill or the Second Floor by calling 941.729.0616.
54 locals recommend
Riverhouse Waterfront Restaurant
995 Riverside Dr
54 locals recommend
The Riverhouse Waterfront is one location with multiple waterfront dining experiences. It is located at the end of the pier at Regatta Pointe Marina. On the ground level we have the Reef & Grill. This local favorite has a casual atmosphere featuring indoor and outdoor seating, full liquor sit down bar, weekly specials, daily happy hour, and a large menu featuring seafood, burgers, vegetarian options and more. Great for kids, groups, and date nights. Located on the second floor of the Riverhouse, just above the long established Reef & Grill, the Second Floor is an elevated coastal kitchen delivering a gourmet, abbreviated menu in a warm, historically inspired space inviting you to sit down & stay awhile. Experience something decadent; a place to relax and share conversation over cocktails, coffees & confections. Our Second Floor is open Thursday thru Saturday evenings. Make reservations for the Reef & Grill or the Second Floor by calling 941.729.0616.
8 locals recommend
Cottonmouth Southern Soul Food
1114 12th Street West
8 locals recommend
Multilevel, upscale-casual seafood restaurant ON THE WATER with water views, dockside tables & bar.
54 locals recommend
Riverhouse Waterfront Restaurant
995 Riverside Dr
54 locals recommend
Multilevel, upscale-casual seafood restaurant ON THE WATER with water views, dockside tables & bar.
One of the most famous restaurants in Manatee County, Star Fish Co. places diners right on the docks where you can enjoy an amazing meal while watching commercial fishing boats return to A.P. Bell seafood distributor next door. Established in 1940, A.P. Bell supplies fresh seafood to Star Fish, which also has an adjacent market, and various other local, as well as international, restaurants and businesses. It’s run by Karen Bell, who opened Star Fish in the ’90s and is also co-owner of Tide Tables, which is also located on the water in Cortez.
102 locals recommend
Star Fish Company
12306 46th Ave W
102 locals recommend
One of the most famous restaurants in Manatee County, Star Fish Co. places diners right on the docks where you can enjoy an amazing meal while watching commercial fishing boats return to A.P. Bell seafood distributor next door. Established in 1940, A.P. Bell supplies fresh seafood to Star Fish, which also has an adjacent market, and various other local, as well as international, restaurants and businesses. It’s run by Karen Bell, who opened Star Fish in the ’90s and is also co-owner of Tide Tables, which is also located on the water in Cortez.
The most famous seafood restaurant in Sarasota is Walt’s Fish Market Restaurant & Tiki Bar, which celebrated its 100-year anniversary in 2018. Yes, choosing a seafood purveyor with a century of experience is also wise.
150 locals recommend
Walt's Fish Market Restaurant
4144 S Tamiami Trail
150 locals recommend
The most famous seafood restaurant in Sarasota is Walt’s Fish Market Restaurant & Tiki Bar, which celebrated its 100-year anniversary in 2018. Yes, choosing a seafood purveyor with a century of experience is also wise.
Dry Dock might just serve the best grouper sandwich in Southwest Florida. Seriously, think about that the next time you are entertaining out-of-towners." So, yeah, about eight months after my review ran, Dry Dock was sold. Gecko’s Hospitality Group bought the waterfront gem on Longboat Key, which overlooks Sarasota Bay, from longtime owners Eric and Cindy Hammersand. Luckily, new owners Mike Quillen and Mike Gowan have done very little to change the local landmark that opened in 1989. And that grouper sandwich is still excellent.
74 locals recommend
Dry Dock Waterfront Grill
412 Gulf of Mexico Dr
74 locals recommend
Dry Dock might just serve the best grouper sandwich in Southwest Florida. Seriously, think about that the next time you are entertaining out-of-towners." So, yeah, about eight months after my review ran, Dry Dock was sold. Gecko’s Hospitality Group bought the waterfront gem on Longboat Key, which overlooks Sarasota Bay, from longtime owners Eric and Cindy Hammersand. Luckily, new owners Mike Quillen and Mike Gowan have done very little to change the local landmark that opened in 1989. And that grouper sandwich is still excellent.
Owen's Fish Camp. Opened in 2010 and located at 516 Burns Lane, this fabulous Old Florida seafood joint occupies a 1920s fishing cottage constructed by Owen Burns, one of Sarasota's most important developers. A top spot for fresh local catches as well as lobster and other New England faves, the Caragiulos have announced plans to open a second Owen's Fish Camp, which will be in Lakewood Ranch's new Center Point district.
260 locals recommend
Owens Fish Camp
516 Burns Ct
260 locals recommend
Owen's Fish Camp. Opened in 2010 and located at 516 Burns Lane, this fabulous Old Florida seafood joint occupies a 1920s fishing cottage constructed by Owen Burns, one of Sarasota's most important developers. A top spot for fresh local catches as well as lobster and other New England faves, the Caragiulos have announced plans to open a second Owen's Fish Camp, which will be in Lakewood Ranch's new Center Point district.

Drinks & Nightlife

Upscale restaurant / bar right on the water! There's also a tiki-hut bar in back of restaurant, with Live music.
97 locals recommend
Circles Waterfront Restaurant
1212 Apollo Beach Blvd
97 locals recommend
Upscale restaurant / bar right on the water! There's also a tiki-hut bar in back of restaurant, with Live music.
Authentic German cuisine & beer imported from Germany.
8 locals recommend
Old Castle Restaurant
3830 Sun City Center Blvd
8 locals recommend
Authentic German cuisine & beer imported from Germany.
Local sports bar with several flatscreen TV's showing your favorite sporting event. Enjoy cold beer, wine, & hot food.
21 locals recommend
Beef 'O' Brady's
723 Cypress Village Blvd
21 locals recommend
Local sports bar with several flatscreen TV's showing your favorite sporting event. Enjoy cold beer, wine, & hot food.
Sports bar / restaurant. Enjoy hot wings & cold drinks while watching your favorite sporting event on BWW's huge flatscreen TV's.
25 locals recommend
Buffalo Wild Wings
4058 Tampa Rd
25 locals recommend
Sports bar / restaurant. Enjoy hot wings & cold drinks while watching your favorite sporting event on BWW's huge flatscreen TV's.
Great food, drinks, bar, restaurant. Great prices, great value, for entire family. CALL FIRST 813-489-5552, MAKE RESERVATION, AVOID LONG WAIT LINES.
17 locals recommend
Texas Roadhouse
13006 US-301
17 locals recommend
Great food, drinks, bar, restaurant. Great prices, great value, for entire family. CALL FIRST 813-489-5552, MAKE RESERVATION, AVOID LONG WAIT LINES.
Hard Rock Casino & Restaurants
376 locals recommend
Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa
5223 Orient Rd
376 locals recommend
Hard Rock Casino & Restaurants
Brewery / restaurant. Brews large selection of microbrew craft beers.
6 locals recommend
Brew Hub - Lakeland
3900 Frontage Rd S
6 locals recommend
Brewery / restaurant. Brews large selection of microbrew craft beers.
Restaurant, Drinks, Bar, & Grill
25 locals recommend
Latitudes Apollo
131 Harbor Village Lane
25 locals recommend
Restaurant, Drinks, Bar, & Grill
Old-school, family-run tavern featuring hearty American eats & drinks, flatscreen TVs & sports memorabilia.
15 locals recommend
Beanie's Bar & Sports Grill
2002 US-41
15 locals recommend
Old-school, family-run tavern featuring hearty American eats & drinks, flatscreen TVs & sports memorabilia.
Fun waterfront restaurant overlooking Manatee River
58 locals recommend
Oak and Stone downtown Bradenton
1201 14th St W
58 locals recommend
Fun waterfront restaurant overlooking Manatee River
30 locals recommend
Caddy's Bradenton
801 Riverside Dr E
30 locals recommend
33 locals recommend
Mattison's City Grille Bradenton Riverwalk
101 Riverfront Blvd
33 locals recommend
Rooftop restaurant/microbrewery, right on the water! Panoramic views while rooftop dining/drinking.
58 locals recommend
Oak and Stone downtown Bradenton
1201 14th St W
58 locals recommend
Rooftop restaurant/microbrewery, right on the water! Panoramic views while rooftop dining/drinking.
Chateau Restaurant & Wine Bar
18 locals recommend
Château 13
535 13th St W
18 locals recommend
Chateau Restaurant & Wine Bar
Join us at The Bar at O'bricks for a fabulous cocktail or an ice-cold beer. You can even grab a bite, as we also offer full lunch or dinner service in The Bar. Tables are on a first-come, first-served basis, so get here soon!
61 locals recommend
O'bricks Irish Pub & Martini Bar
427 12th St W
61 locals recommend
Join us at The Bar at O'bricks for a fabulous cocktail or an ice-cold beer. You can even grab a bite, as we also offer full lunch or dinner service in The Bar. Tables are on a first-come, first-served basis, so get here soon!

Parks & Nature

Enjoy the beach at Little Harbor, just 15 minutes away!
The Resort & Club at Little Harbor
536 Bahia Beach Blvd
Enjoy the beach at Little Harbor, just 15 minutes away!
Enjoy Anna Marie Island, one of the top rated beaches in the world! White sandy beach, blue ocean, palm trees, & tiki-hut right on the beach.
374 locals recommend
Anna Maria Island Chamber
5313 Gulf Dr
374 locals recommend
Enjoy Anna Marie Island, one of the top rated beaches in the world! White sandy beach, blue ocean, palm trees, & tiki-hut right on the beach.
Enjoy Clearwater Beach, one of the top rated beaches in the world.
1870 locals recommend
Clearwater Beach
Gulf of Mexico Drive
1870 locals recommend
Enjoy Clearwater Beach, one of the top rated beaches in the world.
Public Beach, Fishing
69 locals recommend
Apollo Beach Preserve
6760 Surfside Blvd
69 locals recommend
Public Beach, Fishing
AMENITIES: Basketball Court, Biking, Dog Park, Pets Allowed, Picnic Shelters, Playground, Public Parking, Restrooms, Volleyball Court/net, Skate Park, & Tennis Courts.
15 locals recommend
Apollo Beach Park
664 Golf and Sea Blvd
15 locals recommend
AMENITIES: Basketball Court, Biking, Dog Park, Pets Allowed, Picnic Shelters, Playground, Public Parking, Restrooms, Volleyball Court/net, Skate Park, & Tennis Courts.
Beach, 2-acres of sand, right on the water, Apollo Beach, FL. Pets allowed. Family friendly. Located near Circles Waterfront Restaurant.
69 locals recommend
Apollo Beach Preserve
6760 Surfside Blvd
69 locals recommend
Beach, 2-acres of sand, right on the water, Apollo Beach, FL. Pets allowed. Family friendly. Located near Circles Waterfront Restaurant.
1 of Florida's best beaches!
118 locals recommend
Bradenton Beach
118 locals recommend
1 of Florida's best beaches!
USA's #1 Highest Rated Beach!!
400 locals recommend
Siesta Key
400 locals recommend
USA's #1 Highest Rated Beach!!
1 of Florida's best beaches!
84 locals recommend
Anna Maria Beach
84 locals recommend
1 of Florida's best beaches!
One of Florida's top-rated beaches!
118 locals recommend
Bradenton Beach
118 locals recommend
One of Florida's top-rated beaches!
One of Florida's top-rated beaches!
74 locals recommend
Holmes Beach
74 locals recommend
One of Florida's top-rated beaches!
One of Florida's top-rated beaches!
138 locals recommend
Coquina Beach station
138 locals recommend
One of Florida's top-rated beaches!
#1 Rated Beach in entire USA !!
7 locals recommend
Siesta Key Beach Access 2
41 Beach Rd
7 locals recommend
#1 Rated Beach in entire USA !!

Arts & Culture

Enjoy one of the best Art Museums in Tampa / St Pete.
265 locals recommend
Tampa Museum of Art
120 W Gasparilla Plaza
265 locals recommend
Enjoy one of the best Art Museums in Tampa / St Pete.
Extensive collection of surrealist art by Salvador Dalí.
1381 locals recommend
The Dalí (Salvador Dalí Museum)
1 Dali Blvd
1381 locals recommend
Extensive collection of surrealist art by Salvador Dalí.

Shopping

Enjoy shopping in one of the largest shopping malls in Florida! Upscale restaurants & bars nearby, located right in the UTC Mall to serve you.
326 locals recommend
The Mall at University Town Center
140 University Town Center Dr
326 locals recommend
Enjoy shopping in one of the largest shopping malls in Florida! Upscale restaurants & bars nearby, located right in the UTC Mall to serve you.
Enjoy shopping in this large Westfield shopping mall. Upscale & casual restaurants & bars located right in the Westfield Mall to serve you.
Invicta Store at Westfield Brandon Mall
541 Brandon Town Center Dr
Enjoy shopping in this large Westfield shopping mall. Upscale & casual restaurants & bars located right in the Westfield Mall to serve you.
Walmart offers everything from a grocery store, clothing, electronics, automotive, & much more. Located across street from Publix & Aldi.
83 locals recommend
Walmart Supercenter
23106 US Hwy 19 N
83 locals recommend
Walmart offers everything from a grocery store, clothing, electronics, automotive, & much more. Located across street from Publix & Aldi.
Great Shopping Mall, only 5 minutes from Tampa International Airport
16 locals recommend
Westshore Plaza
Westshore Plaza
16 locals recommend
Great Shopping Mall, only 5 minutes from Tampa International Airport

Essentials

Publix is nearest grocery store. Publix is located across the street from Walmart & Aldi.
Publix Super Market at Kings Crossing
4854 Sun City Center Blvd
Publix is nearest grocery store. Publix is located across the street from Walmart & Aldi.
Aldi offer great prices on popular food items. Located across street from Publix & Walmart.
ALDI
4897 Sun City Center Blvd
Aldi offer great prices on popular food items. Located across street from Publix & Walmart.
Grocery Store
11 locals recommend
Winn-Dixie
1023 S Tamiami Trail
11 locals recommend
Grocery Store
Walgreens
705 N Pebble Beach Blvd
6 locals recommend
CVS
6202 N U.S. Hwy 41
6 locals recommend
If you grill this is #1 BEST place to buy your Custom Cuts, Specialty Meats, Poultry, Seafood, & more! Phone# 813-645-2379
6 locals recommend
Apollo Meats
226 Apollo Beach Blvd
6 locals recommend
If you grill this is #1 BEST place to buy your Custom Cuts, Specialty Meats, Poultry, Seafood, & more! Phone# 813-645-2379

Everything Else

Amazon (Ruskin FL)
3350 Laurel Ridge Ave
Legal medical marijuana dispensary. (Located near Circles Waterfront Restaurant).
MUV Medical Cannabis Dispensary
5045 Fruitville Rd
Legal medical marijuana dispensary. (Located near Circles Waterfront Restaurant).