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Rise Kitchen & Deli
5223 N. Orient Road, (Seminole Hard Rock
Hotel & Casino), Tampa, (813) 627-7625. For a
casual and charming breakfast, lunch, dinner or
a quick snack, try this spot offering classic and
contemporary comfort food favorites. Open
nearly 24 hours daily, except Tuesdays, when
hours are midnight Tues-7 A.M. Wed.
$$, X.
Rock ‘N Raw (The Sushi Joint)
5223 N. Orient Road, (Seminole Hard Rock
Hotel & Casino), Tampa, (813) 627-7625.
This enticing, casual eatery offers a refreshing
take on innovating Asian cuisines and handrolled
sushi. There are small plates, ramen
noodles, soups and wok entrées not to be
missed. Open Sun-Thurs 11:30 AM-10 PM,
Fri-Sat 11:30 AM-midnight. $$, X.
Pasco County
Burger Monger,
1656 Bruce B. Downs Blvd, Wesley Chapel,
(813) 991-4242. Proudly founded in Tampa
Bay, at Burger Monger they say, "We Build
a Better Burger." Featuring 100 percent pure
Japanese-bred Akaushi Beef, Burger Monger
sources the nest 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
ambience is found in their five Tampa Bay
area locations. Open Sun-Thurs 11 AM-10
PM, Fri-Sat 11 AM-11 PM. $-$$, CM, X.
Delish Gourmet Cafe,
9945 Trinity Blvd. Suite 102, Trinity,
(727) 331-2293. This retro whimsical cafe
serves the newest trends in coffee, bakery,
gelato and ice cream products. Delish
Gourmet Cafe is the first to bring the unique
“freak frappe” to Pasco County. Stop on by
and try one of their robust expresso frappes,
one of their Delish desserts, or sandwiches.
They will brighten up your day. Open
Mon-Thurs 7 AM-8 PM; Fri-Sat 7 AM-10 PM.;
Sun 7 AM-2 PM. $, CM, E, X, C.
Sarasota County
Columbia Restaurant,
411 St. Armands Circle, Sarasota,
(941) 388-3987. As Florida’s premier Spanish
restaurant for more than 100 years, they serve
the finest authentic Spanish/Cuban cuisine
with both indoor and outdoor dining. Try the
Original “1905” Salad®, Cuban Black Bean
Soup, Snapper Alicante and Filet Mignon
Chacho. Open Mon-Thurs 11 AM-10 PM,
Fri-Sat 11 AM-11 PM, Sun 11 AM-10 PM.
$$, RS, CM, E, X. 9
Authentic Thai
Trendy Restaurant
7199 66th St. N., Pinellas Park
727-350-3722 | kaothaikitchen.com
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before most performances. Reservations are
recommended. $$-$$$, RS, X.
Maestro’s on the River,
1010 N. WC MacInnes Place (Straz Center),
Tampa. For light dining before a show
in Morsani Hall at the Straz Performing
Arts Center, this delightful location on the
Hillsborough River is open 90 minutes before
most Morsani Hall performances. $$, X.
Maestro’s Restaurant,
1010 N. WC MacInnes Place (Straz Center),
Tampa, (813) 229-STAR (7827). This
restaurant begins seating at 5:30 PM daily
and noon on Sundays for Broadway, Opera,
The Florida Orchestra, and other selected
shows at the Straz Performing Arts Center.
It is a high-quality dining experience with
a New York elegance flair. Call early for
your reservations, as this popular
restaurant sells out quickly. $$$, X.
Meat Market,
1606 Snow Ave., Tampa, (813) 280-1113.
Meat Market, a sexier and more glamorous
take on the traditional steakhouse, offers
prime cuts of meat, delicate seafood and
seasonal produce in a glamorous dining
room. Meat Market also has locations in
Miami Beach, San Juan and Palm Beach.
CEO David Tornek, Executive Chef/
Co-owner Sean Brasel and Director
of Operations/Partner Sebastien
Tribout work together to operate
Meat Market, one of the most cutting-edge
restaurant concepts. Open for lunch
Mon-Fri 12 PM-3 PM and brunch
Sat-Sun 11:30 AM-3 PM, with dinner
Sun-Wed 5 PM-11 PM and Thurs-Fri-Sat
5 PM-12 AM. $$$, X.
Olivia,
3601 W. Swann Ave., Tampa, (813) 328-8866.
This successor to Cafe Ponte is a modern
Italian restaurant where Chef Chris Ponte
and his family have developed an atmosphere
of casual sophistication that delivers the
authentic flavors of a traditional trattoria
with the creative flair of a chef inspired
menu. You will enjoy the rich, rustic flavors
of their house-made Italian dough and fresh
mozzarella while having craft cocktails in
their relaxing environment. Open Sun-Mon
5 PM-9 PM and Tues-Sat 5 PM-10 PM. $$, X.
The Rez Grill
5223 N. Orient Road, (Seminole Hard Rock
Hotel & Casino), Tampa, (813) 627-8120. With
a chef-driven menu and down-to-earth vibe,
this upscale but accessible American grill
epitomizes fine dining done casually. Open
Wed-Thurs 3 PM-10 PM, Fri 3PM-11 PM,
Sat 3 PM-midnight, Sun, noon-8 PM.
Closed Mon-Tues. $$$, X.
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