FAVORITE SPOT TO TAKE GUESTS FROM OUT-OF-TOWN:
Bern’s Steak House. It is a Tampa icon that is truly a dining experience.
FAVORITE PLACE FOR A POWER LUNCH:
Ciccio Water. They have great food, and I always seem to run into other business professionals I know at lunch.
FAVORITE PLACE FOR A HEALTHY MEAL:
Fresh Kitchen is healthy, fast and affordable.
FAVORITE MEXICAN RESTAURANT:
O Cocina & Flights. It’s a newer restaurant with a great atmosphere and a fresh take on Mexican food.
FAVORITE PLACE FOR AUTHENTIC CUISINE:
Columbia Restaurant is the place to get authentic Spanish food in Tampa, and they make the best mojito you’ll ever have.
FAVORITE ASIAN FOOD:
I love Thai food, and I always end up at Joto Thai-Sushi in South Tampa.
BEST BARBECUE:
4 Rivers Smokehouse. Make sure you get the beef brisket.
BEST FINE DINING SPOT:
Eddie V’s has never disappointed. They have excellent seafood and excellent service.
FAVORITE PIZZA:
Eddie & Sam’s New York Pizza is the only place I eat pizza in Tampa! My favorite slices there are the Lasagna pizza and the Bianca.
FAVORITE PLACE FOR A CRAFT COCKTAIL AND COCKTAIL OF CHOICE:
Jeremy at Cask & Ale in St. Pete is the best bartender I know, and he makes a perfect Maple Old Fashioned.
FAVORITE PLACE TO GRAB A DRINK DOWNTOWN:
Franklin Manor has a great staff and an atmosphere that offers a little bit of everything, both inside and out.
FAVORITE SPORTS BAR:
Ducky’s has the best food of any sports bar in the area.
FAVORITE PLACE FOR A LONG WALK:
Whether you’re walking, biking or running, the best views in Tampa Bay are on Bayshore Boulevard.
FAVORITE PARK:
Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park downtown has great events year round. With access to the Riverwalk, it is one of the must-see spots to visit in Tampa Bay.
FAVORITE BEACH SPOT:
Jimmy B’s on St. Pete Beach is a great beach bar and restaurant.
