This Valentine’s Day, MICHELIN added 19 restaurants to their Florida Guide – six of which are located right here in Tampa Bay. From a Mediterranean hotspot to a South Tampa Mexican taqueria, these MICHELIN-recognized restaurants.
Predalina
Named in honor of Blake Casper and Allison Adams’ great-grandmother, Predalina Oliviera, this waterfront restaurant transports guests to the Mediterranean with its carefully curated menu.
The lunch menu is centered around sandwiches and flatbreads, featuring delights such as the falafel burger and prosciutto flatbread, alongside lighter options like blistered cauliflower or tuna tartare.
Come dinner, indulge in enticing entrees like the halibut with charred radicchio and capers or the lobster skewer with fennel and garlic butter. Shared plates like the salt crust branzino are surefire crowd-pleasers, complemented by a decadent dessert menu.
For weekend brunch, Predalina offers mouthwatering options such as rolled baklava with pistachio crema, raspberry and Florida honey, or guests can opt for something more savory with the crab Benedict. With its diverse offerings, Predalina promises something to delight every palate
1001 E Cumberland Ave. Tampa
(813) 344-3442 | predalina.com
Streetlight Taco
At Streetlight Taco, the spirit of Taco Tuesday reigns supreme every single day. Nestled in South Tampa, this newer establishment has caught the attention of MICHELIN for its exceptional stone ground heirloom corn tortillas, offering a canvas for fillings ranging from tinga and carnitas to steak, sweet potato and spicy eggplant. Flour tortillas are also on offer, each paired with its own enticing fillings, including brisket, beef and shrimp.
For an unforgettable Sunday treat, heed the advice of the MICHELIN experts and indulge in the Sunday snack tostada. This culinary masterpiece boasts a perfect balance of sweet and savory, featuring two blue corn tostadas generously layered with cream cheese, lump crab, diced sweet mango, and a tantalizing mango habanero sauce. Don’t miss out on this delectable delight!
4004 Henderson Blvd., Tampa
(813) 217-9158 | streetlighttacos.com
Kōsen
Located in the vibrant Tampa Heights district, Kōsen, which translates to “ray of light,” illuminates the culinary scene under the visionary leadership of Executive Chef Wei Chen. With a culinary journey shaped by an apprenticeship under the esteemed Master Chef Masa Takayama at New York City’s revered 3-Michelin-starred Masa, Chef Chen brings a wealth of expertise and innovation to our establishment.
A two-concept spot, MICHELIN recommends a focus on the omakase with over 20 courses including lobster with peas, fava and dashi or wagyu with black garlic miso. Sea bream wrapped around sprouts with shaved black truffle or the tempura-fried kamasu, served with myoga and chilled, roasted sweet eggplant were two dishes on MICHELIN’s review.
307 W Palm Ave., Tampa
(813) 999-1720 | kosentampa.com
The Pearl (Photo featured at top)
The Pearl’s only Florida location, this Water Street establishment combines a restaurant, tavern and oyster room all under one roof. Guests can savor made-from-scratch entrees such as the pork piri piri or the pineapple-marinated hanger steak after one-of-a-kind appetizers like the jaleneño corn spoon bread or the Thai curry mussels.
Noteworthy according to MICHELIN are the fried pickles served with a creamy dipping sauce, as well as the indulgent seafood tower, both considered must-tries. However, it’s the pie-only dessert menu, meticulously crafted by the in-house pastry chef, that steals the show and is an absolute must for a sweet finale to your dining experience.
823 Water Street, C100, Tampa
(813) 709-7776 | thepearlrestaurant.com
EBBE
The latest addition to the Guide’s Florida lineup is Ebbe, where the culinary journey unfolds through two fixed menus that ebb and flow with the seasons, remaining rooted in Scandinavian tradition while embracing the charm of Florida.
Led by Chef Ebbe Vollmer, EBBE is a fine dining concept designed as a multi-course tasting experience. While the menu is always evolving, current dishes include things like turnip Florida curry and pecan caviar custard.
1202 N Franklin St., Tampa
(813) 284-8276 | chefebbe.com
SuperNatural Food & Wine
Located in Downtown Tampa, SuperNatural Food & Wine is a hole-in-the-wall type restaurant distinguished by its bright yellow awning and vibrant outdoor mural. Renowned among food reviewers and recognized by MICHELIN, SuperNatural is celebrated for its delectable sandwiches crafted for breakfast and lunch. With the motto “small but mighty,” SuperNatural delivers on flavor in every bite.
For breakfast, indulge in classics like the Greek feta and olive sandwich or the maple ham, egg, and Swiss on focaccia, perfectly complemented by their homemade fresh cider sourdonuts. At lunchtime, satisfy your sandwich cravings with options like the rotisserie-style chicken salad or the vegan-friendly “Hubmarine” sammie featuring thinly sliced tofu on sesame ciabatta.
305 E Polk St., Tampa
(813) 202-3324 | supernaturalfoodandwine.square.site
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