Updated Oct. 3rd, 2025
It’s Hispanic Heritage Month and Tampa is home to several Hispanic/Latino-owned restaurants. Check out this list and get inspired to dine local and try something new.
The following list is only a start. Suggested additions are welcomed at hayli.zuccola@tampamagazines.com.
Arco Iris Cafe
4001 N. Habana Ave., Tampa | (813) 872-8306
Arco Iris specializes in Cuban and Spanish food with a twist on Cuban-style fried rice. It has been serving the Tampa Bay community for 28 years with its famous Cuban-style roast pork, cut churrasco steak with chimi-churri sauce as well as traditional carne con papas (beef stew), ropa vieja (shredded beef) and vaca frita (fried flank steak).
Caribbean Twist
3328 W. Columbus Drive, Tampa | (813) 350-9393
Caribbean Twist offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. It brings authentic Caribbean food to Tampa and was voted one of Tampa’s favorite spots for inexpensive Latin food.
Catrinas Tacos and Tequila Bar
1611 N. Howard Ave., Tampa | (813) 898-8628
Catrinas showcases the authentic fresh Mexican gastronomic thematic of Jalisco, Mexico. It serves award-winning guacamole, the biggest tequila selection of the Tampa Bay area, featuring 350-plus tequilas, and an extensive handcrafted margarita selection. Its bar showcases handcrafted cocktails and tequila flights with fresh, local and imported ingredients in an upscale and artsy fare.
Chef & the Baker
3413 S. Manhattan Ave., Tampa | (813) 746-0006
As seen on Food Network’s “Beat Bobby Flay” and Disney+’s “Foodtastic,” chefs Rosana and Ricardo Castro are the duo behind the South Tampa gourmet eatery Chef & the Baker. While Pinellas Park houses the production hub for wholesale baking, catering orders, and nationwide shipping, the Tampa location offers artisanal pastries, handcrafted breads, elevated breakfast dishes and chef-driven lunch items—made fresh daily and served in a stylish, welcoming space.
Crazy Burrito
2506 W. Columbus Drive, Tampa | (813) 304-0881
Crazy Burrito offers authentic Mexican food. It has a wide variety of burritos, tacos, tostadas, quesadillas and more.
Flan Factory
1718 N. Nebraska Ave., Tampa | (813) 402-2400
Flan Factory is a family legacy that was passed down from a Cuban grandmother to her daughter, who sold it and it was eventually rebought by her grandson. This restaurant infuses different flavors and ingredients with their recipes to ensure new flavors.
Grand Hacienda
Multiple Locations in Tampa, St. Pete and Clearwater | (813) 575-5610
Grand Hacienda is a Mexican delicacy in the Tampa Bay community. Friends and family celebrate cooking with pre-Hispanic ingredients and methods passed down through many generations.
La Cabaña
5302 N. Armenia Ave., Tampa | (813) 936-0078
Known for its authentic flavors, this award-winning restaurant was voted one of the best Colombian places in Tampa. La Cabaña has authentic, flavorful dishes, such as bandeja paisa, carne asada, grilled skirt steak, bean casseroles and pollo a la brasa (rotisserie chicken).
MamaJuana Cafe
9202 Anderson Road, Tampa | (813) 402-2281
Mamajuana Cafe is famous for its innovative Latino cuisine, which combines time-honored traditional recipes with new twists. Its chefs create all of its sauces from scratch, from the Dominican Republic to Colombia. Its dishes exemplify the authentic flavors of the Caribbean Hispanic and South American culinary tradition.
Nico’s Arepa Grill
8303 N. Armenia Ave., Tampa | (813) 932-1777
What started off as a small food truck several years ago has become a full restaurant with multiple locations. Nico’s Arepa Grill has a variety of traditional Vanezualian and Latin dishes.
Pal Campo Restaurant Tampa
9218 Anderson Road, Tampa | (813) 252-9458
Pal Campo is a Puerto Rican cousins‘ restaurant located in the Tampa Bay area that promises a unique dining experience. The restaurant specializes in combining modern and traditional cuisine from its home land.
Proper House Group
Multiple Businesses
This Tampa-based hospitality collective — co-owned by Chef Ferrell Alvarez, a 2017 James Beard Foundation semifinalist; restaurateur Ty Rodriguez; entrepreneur Chon Nguyen; and strategic director of operations Myles Gallagher — is the brand behind several acclaimed concepts in the Tampa Bay area. Among its lineup are the Michelin Guide-recognized Rooster & the Till, Gallito Taqueria, Dang Dude, Ash, Alter Ego and Gordito’s.
Tacos Mi Rancho
10321 N. Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa | (813) 952-6997
Tacos Mi Rancho is a food truck that offers authentic tacos, soups, tortillas and burritos. It also has a menu full of Mexican delicacies.
TacoSon
7521 N. 56th St., Tampa | (813) 989-2080
TacoSon, a Tampa staple, is a family-owned restaurant from Sorona, Mexico. Its recipes are passed down through generations. The staff takes pride in offering authentic, high-quality food for an affordable price for their community.
The Cake Girl
14851 N. Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa | (813) 360-0909
The Cake Girl is a full-service cake and cupcake shop. It specializes in mini cupcakes, custom birthday cakes, wedding cakes and gourmet ice cream. It serves 10 flavors of mini cupcakes that rotate every week through 62 flavors.
Tito’s Latin Kitchen
1809 W. Waters Ave., Tampa | (646) 842-1762
Tito’s Latin Kitchen is a veteran-owned delicacy. It specializes in Puerto Rican dishes and drinks.
Wicked Oak Barbeque
6607 N. Florida Ave., Tampa | (813) 304-2425
Wicked Oak Barbeque is known for its award-winning, slow-smoked meats, homestyle sides and homemade sauces. It serves its own styles of loaded mac, nachos and wings.