I stumbled upon this coffee shop by chance and decided to give it a try. Boy, am I glad I did! As…read moresoon as I walked in, I noticed the lovely and tasteful decor. The coffee shop is actually connected to some kitchen store and there is a nice little gift shop to browse while you wait on your beverage being prepared. The line to order was to the door, but the staff took orders quickly and efficiently. I'm a huge fan of drip coffee and always judge a coffee shop by how they prepare this simple, yet flavorful beverage. The Perfect Press Coffee lives up to its name- their drip coffee is smooth, bold, and flavorful. I love it!

If you're driving on north Dale Mabry in Tampa... and you see the Carrollwood Village neighborhood…read moreentrance- make a safe uturn and head in. Inside this winding housing development, you'll find a small shopping plaza-gasoline on one end, dry cleaners on the other... and in between those bookends, a string of small businesses. And behind the door with all the flowers around it: Perfect Press Coffee. It's a hopping and popping kind of place. I've been there twice in the last year-and it's busy. It's a fun mix of neighborhood moms with strollers-people stopping on the way to or from work-and a few remote work workers-who thrive in the happy buzz of a booming business. To the right when you walk in: coffee, tea and sweet and/or savory small bites. There's bench seating along the wall, several small tables and two little couches in the middle. The decor is cute, cozy, modern and slightly caffeinated. It's not a huge place but it's super popular. There are tables out front on the sidewalk, too. It's busy, but the skilled baristas keep things moving. On this most recent trip, I tried the ube matcha-my first. I liked it! There were lots of tempting pastries, etc-but I had a lunch date coming up, so I stuck to just the beverage. If you decide to stop in, bonus: this business shares space with a fun kitchen store that has everything from gourmet salts and oils-fun towels and mugs-and all sorts of other items. I should have bought the cola flavored candy bar. Next time! Yes, the parking lot is a little hectic-but be patient, it comes and goes in waves-you'll get a spot. Oh! And really nice restrooms. This is worth a stop and shop. I'll be back for round three.

Cute and simple decor, lots of seating. The coffee is delicious!! I highly recommend this place.read more

Always 5/5 stars at elevation! Homemade coffee flavor syrups that are very high quality, mixed with…read moretheir own amazing roasted coffee beans ! Their baked goods are also DELICIOUS. Very cozy inviting atmosphere and staff. It's so easy to become a regular here because it's just perfect! I'm a coffee SNOB and I will always recommend Elevation - one of the best in tampa bay seriously!!

Duck, duck, WHITE duck! What a fun find! On a pea soup fog kind of morning, this cute and happy…read morelittle drive-thru served up sunshine. The staff... both the guy with the tablet who took my order while I was in the drive-thru line-and the gal at the window-were so warm, friendly, chill and helpful. I'd go back just to bask in their positivity! But kindness isn't the only thing on the menu. There's coffee, tea, plant-based energy drinks, Italian sodas... and dozens (I think 75) of flavors you can add to them. In a fist visit, I usually start with chai tea latte... but today I asked for suggestions and ended up with a hot hibiscus tea with added pear flavoring. It was so floral and different! Hello new year! This knocked "the usual" on its head. I'm not sure that it will end up being my favorite offering here, but yeah... here's to shaking things up! I also tried the rainbow bagel-which was pretty and tasty. I liked the chew. Next time I'll try the strawberry cream cheese with it. There are filled croissants, too... but I forgot to ask about the flavors-and you can get mini donuts, too. White Duck was founded by a couple of Seattle transplants, who wanted to bring the "two windows in a shed" model of Pacific Northwest coffee shops to the Bay Area. And that's exactly what this is-a drive thru-no indoor seating-and I didn't see any outdoor tables, either. This is grab and go. But there's parking behind the building, if you want to sit and savor a bit. The shop is way up on North Dale Mabry-near Van Dyke-on the east side, right next to a Wendy's. It wasn't busy when I first got there but there at 8:30 on a Wednesday morning, but it soon picked up. I can see why... it's so convenient and the staff is so nice. They really stand out. I can't wait to stop in again and try more! I read on the website that the owners lost a child to cancer and part of the proceeds from each purchase goes to research. Well now I just have to try all those 75 flavors! See you soon, White Duck!

AMAZINGLY DELICIOUS!!! Haven't been here in a bit and was in the mood for a bagel. Yelped nearest…read moreplace and BAM! This place popped up. Joined the drive thru line. Ordered a grapefruit green tea, bagel with cream cheese and some apple donuts. To be honest I wasn't sure how the tea was going to be but wowza I'm very much delighted. I love grapefruit green tea and have never been able to find a place that makes it taste like I like it from only 1 other place and that's very far from home. White Duck has officially won me over!!! Thank you for making my day. The bagel and donuts were very delicious also.

If I could give this coffee shop more than 5 stars, I absolutely would. From the moment you walk…read morein, the atmosphere is warm, welcoming, and honestly just feels good. You can tell so much thought went into every detail--from the cozy vibe to the way the drinks are made with so much care. The coffee is AMAZING. Smooth, rich, and perfectly balanced every single time. Their specialty drinks are on another level too--creative, flavorful, and not overly sweet like most places. You can really taste the quality. And the staff? Literally the sweetest people ever. They're fast, friendly, and make you feel like a regular even if it's your first visit. This isn't just a coffee shop, it's a whole experience. Whether you're stopping in for a quick drink or staying to hang out, it's 100% worth it. I'll definitely be coming back again and again

Grind Haus is one of those hidden gems we all like to pretend we "discovered," even though the…read moresteady crowd proves everyone else already figured it out. It's run by a group of women who feel welcoming & happy to see you, in the way they greet you and move with purpose behind the counter. Service is fast, friendly, and they make it look effortless. Their drinks? Always on point. They made me a cookie butter latte -- iced, hot, whatever it technically was -- and it was ridiculously good. Their breakfast-style bites hit the spot too. The muffins, the bagels... I can't even remember everything I've tried, but I remember it all being delicious. That's the important part. The space has this inviting brick-and-wood vibe that gives it a little "up north" feel. Comfortable seating, pleasant atmosphere, the kind of place you can sit with your thoughts or escape the house for a bit. They've also got juices and boba teas, and honestly, I haven't had a single thing from their menu that missed. If you live in the area and want a spot that feels like your spot -- freshly brewed coffee, good food, good people -- Grind Haus is it.

Very good coffee, amazing blueberry muffins. Love the farmhouse atmosphere…read more The girl at the counter was very helpful and friendly. Going back tomorrow.

Their drinks are amazing!!! So is their service. Their lattes are great and so are the matchas…read more The only thing I would really like to see more of is vegetarian options for food, their sandwiches come pre-made which is a no no. I do not eat most meats and would like to see some regular egg and cheese sandwiches (that have not touched meat, especially no pork product). I have tried their caprese and it was just okay. Other than that, they do a wonderful job at making coffees and are super duper friendly. Their bathroom is also quite clean too. Their decorations are super cute too, rustic and homely.

Fantastic food, so may selections catering to all dietary requirements…read more Staff is great, stop in and check them out !

Yes, Yes, and More Yes!!! This wonderful cafe is some of the best vegan breakfast I've had and it…read morewas worth the extra drive outside of inner city Tampa. The service was great and quick. The inside is very cute and cozy; perfect for a date, family outing or meeting. The loved the French toast, breakfast burger, breakfast burrito, decafe latte, and the chocolate chip cookie! We also enjoyed their immune drinks!

It was wonderful. The atmosphere, the seating and the coffe was the best i ever had! They serve…read moreyou and are so nice. Did not try the food but it looked like a great healthy selection

Was super excited to check out Eclipse Cafe, especially after seeing all the fun coffee and tea…read moreoptions. The girl at the counter was friendly. I ordered the Strawberry Lavender Matcha Cold Foam since I love those flavors and had never tried them combined. I even double checked with the girl that my order was correct because the picture showed a pink cold foam and mine came out white. I wish I had tried it before leaving because all I could taste was matcha. The strawberry and lavender flavors didn't come through at all, which was really disappointing.

Maya, her Mom and family/friends are amazing. From the moment we entered until we left we felt like…read morewe were visiting friends. We were welcomed and told to sit wherever we liked. Maya and her Mom provided great service. Maya answered some questions and made great recommendations. Once we decided what we wanted, Maya took our orders. Her suggestions were spot on from the home fries to the caramel for the fresh fruits. I ordered the 3 Egg Combo (scrambled) with Home Fries, Turkey Bacon, and Fresh Fruits. I had Coffee to drink. The food came out quickly. We were served a generous portion of food. It was delicious. In the end, I didn't feel overstuffed or bloated after eating most of my food. We learned the restaurant has been around for about 10 years and is named after the former owner. I would definitely return to Shelly's for breakfast when in the Tampa area.

The food is delicious! A nice spot to frequent if you stay in north Tampa or if you love somewhere…read moreelse, this is a spot worth checking out. The beignets were really good, reminded me of my time in New Orleans and the pancake combo was my go to. Great service and the food comes out pretty quick so not much of a wait.

Bahn Mi is such a great spot, and everything I've had there has been fresh, flavorful, and super…read moresatisfying. But honestly... the best part is their matcha and tea bar. It's such a fun bonus and makes it more than just a quick meal stop. The lychee flavor is so good ... refreshing, not too sweet, and just one of those drinks you keep thinking about after you leave. I love it and I'll definitely be back for that alone (but the food is a win too).

My revisit was pleasant. I was waiting for my wife shopping at Daiso, I have re-visited them…read more It was a pleasant to sit at the store enjoying my boba drink in the air conditioner. I got brown sugar boba milk tea. The boba is great because they soak in classic brown sugar before added to the drink. Overall the drink is good. And the milk is non dairy with make it tolerable for me that I can't take regular milk.

5 Stars -- This Place is a Nerd Paradise I intended to grab…read morea quick drink and accidentally spent an hour dominating the high score board on Galaga--come for me! Whoever decided to serve delicious tea and throw in free Atari games deserves a Nobel Peace Prize. I was double-fisting boba and high scores like it was 1982. Legendary!

Manga Tea Shop provides a local boba tea spot for the Carrollwood area to quell the immediate…read morecravings for boba tea. It's eccentric decor and theme makes it delightfully quirky and fun to visit. Understanding that good boba tea (Ten Ren being the baseline) is hard to come by in the Tampa Bay area, Manga Tea is pretty decent. At the time of our visit, the boba-rista was incredibly friendly and genuine - her welcoming attitude definitely suited this business - so kudos to her! The Tiger and standard milk teas served their purpose, but the fruit smoothies stood out pretty well. The menu is a mix of traditional flavors and the neo-bubble drink trend (more toward the latter). There is a decent amount of sitting room at which soft-cover manga publications are situated. Aside from the manga reads, there is also a free single-player arcade and nice pay-to-play claw machine. There are also a few non-beverage/food items for purchase for those anime fans. This is definitely a great hangout spot for those that just want to enjoy other like-minded anime/manga purveyors. I wouldn't be surprised if Manga Tea hosted some local/mini ComiCon event as it would be an ideal venue. Overall, an incredibly kid-teen friendly and safe environment to grab your boba drinks from.