DINING
out
MAY/JUNE 2016
| TAMPA BAY MAGAZINE 183
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 six 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.
SPICE Asian Fusion,
5811 Richey Dr., Port Richey, (727) 844-
9989. This elegant Vietnamese restaurant
is owned by the well-known Pho Quyen
Restaurant family in Tampa. They serve
fresh, healthy traditional dishes including
Pho and Noodle Soups and Chef Specials,
such as Lamb Chops and Pork Baby Back
Ribs, in addition to offering exquisite
seafood dishes and top-quality steaks with
your choice of authentic sauces. There is a
full bar and, on Tues-Sun evening, a unique
sushi menu that will please the most
discriminating diner. Open for dinner Sun-
Thurs 3 PM-10 PM and Fri-Sat 3 PM-10:30
PM. $-$$$, RS, X, W.
Sarasota
County
Columbia Restaurant,
411 St. Armands Circle, Sarasota,
(941) 388-3987. As Florida’s premier
Spanish restaurant for more than 100 years,
they serve the finest authentic Spanish/
Cuban cuisine with both indoor and
outdoor dining. Try the Original “1905”
Salad®, Cuban Black Bean Soup, Snapper
Alicante and Filet Mignon Chacho. Open
Mon-Thurs 11 AM-10 PM, Fri-Sat 11 AM-11
PM, Sun 12 PM-10 PM. $$, RS, CM, E, X, W.