Restaurants across Tampa are preparing refreshing summer menu options to delight your tastebuds. Check out these local offerings and dig in to embrace some of the best dishes of the season.
The Poke Company
1208 E. Kennedy Blvd., #116, Tampa
(813) 515-7474
thepokecompany.com
The Tampa Hot One (pictured above) features salmon, cucumbers, onions, jalapeños, pineapple and cilantro in a citrus ponzu, topped with pickled ginger, avocado and seaweed. Served with spicy mayo and avocado lime sauces for an extra kick. New Tarpon Springs location opening mid-June.
Riveters Tampa
2301 N. Dale Mabry Hwy., Tampa
(813) 559-1450
riveterstampa.com
Fresh grilled center-cut salmon is paired with spring mix, heirloom tomatoes, pickled red onions, cucumber slice sand diced avocado in the Salmon Salad, served with a pineapple vinaigrette. It’s perfect to cool you down on a hot summer day at Midtown’s nostalgic bar and restaurant.
Cafe Dufrain
707 Harbour Post Dr., Tampa
(813) 275-9701
cafedufrain.com
For a savory summer meal you’ll remember, try the Argentinian Skirt Steak served with flavorful, marinated tomatoes and onions, as well as a delicious side of hot yucca fries.
Cry Baby Cafe
710 Harbour Post Dr., Tampa
(813) 443-4956
thecrybabycafe.com
Start your summer morning off right with The Original Breakfast Bowl, complete with two eggs, smoked gouda and crispy potatoes with your choice of meat (bacon, ham or sausage).