DINING
out
South Hillborough continued
Koto Steakhouse & Sushi Bar,
533 S. Howard Ave., Tampa, (813) 964-6808.
Koto’s concept of fashion-style cuisine is
ideal for sushi lovers. Try their artfully
presented Signature Rolls, or enjoy their
fine steaks and seafood, prepared by their
Teppanyaki chefs over an open flame at your
table. They have a full bar and are open for
lunch Mon-Fri 11:30 AM-3 PM; dinner Mon-
Fri 5 PM-12 AM, Sat 3 PM-12 AM,
Sun 3 PM-11 PM. $$-$$$, CM, E, X.
So Gourmet Bakery Cafe, 3301 S. Dale
Mabry Hwy., Tampa, (813) 835-8045.
Chantal and Frederic Brillard’s unique
bakery cafe features classic French cuisine,
from Quiche Lorraine to heavenly pastries
like Raspberry Macarons. Their loyal
customers enjoy the personal attention
that is given to them while they savor the
delicate flavors that abound here. If you are
looking for the best of all things culinary,
you will love So Gourmet. Open daily
6 AM-10 PM. Tapas, wine bar, and
restaurant open after 5 PM. $$, X, C, W.
TC Choy’s Asian Bistro,
301 S. Howard Avenue, Tampa,
(813) 251-1191. TC Choy’s presents its Asian
fusion culinary experience, and it’s
all under one roof. They feature Hong Kong
BBQ pork strips, Peking duck, spicy Thai
Tom Yom soup, mouth-watering Malaysian
satay, aromatic Indonesian curry, and an
enormous variety of dim sum served from
the dim sum cart daily. There is a full bar as
well. Open for lunch Mon-Fri 11:00 AM-2:30
PM, Sat-Sun 11: 00 AM-3 PM,
dinner Sun-Thurs 5:00 PM-10 PM,
Fri & Sat 5:00 PM-10:30 PM. $$, X, C, W.
Pasco County
BurgerMonger,
1656 Bruce B. Downs Blvd, Wesley Chapel,
(813) 991-4242. Proudly founded in Tampa
Bay, at BurgerMonger they say, “We Build
a Better Burger.” Featuring 100% pure
Japanese-bred Akaushi Beef, BurgerMonger
sources the finest and healthiest ingredients
in the world. Their naturally satisfying
menu includes burgers, hot dogs, chicken,
salads, beer and wine. Incomparable food;
warm, friendly service; and comfortable
ambiance is found in their five Tampa Bay
area locations. Open Sun-Thurs
11 AM-10 PM, Fri-Sat 11 AM-11 PM.
$-$$, CM, X, W.
Johnny Grits Southern Fresh,
5749 Main St., New Port Richey,
(727) 835-7663. Classically trained
Chef Christopher Muller elevates traditional
breakfast, lunch and dinner to new levels
with handmade unique dishes made with
all natural ingredients, organic gluten-free
yellow grits, real Vermont maple syrup,
fresh-squeezed orange juice, and much
more at this new eatery. Enjoy creative
spins on classic Benedicts, Shrimp and
Grits, Fried Green Tomatoes, daily-made
soups and The Grit Skillet. Open 7 days a
week from 7 AM to 8 PM. $-$$,
CM, X, C, W.
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WHERE TASTE MEETS TRADITION SINCE 1997
Takeout ~ Delivery ~ Catering
Breakfast ~ Lunch ~ Dinner
727-541-1200
8331 66th Street N., Pinellas Park, FL 33781
www.jessisrestaurant.com
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