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.

Even though it was super busy when I went in, the wait wasn't long at all. The coffee was good and…read morethe service was even better! I can't get over how cute it was in here and I'm bummed that the gift shop side was closed when I went in.

We love the grind! The coffee is far more affordable than most other coffee shops, and the size…read moreoptions are amazing - so you can get a pretty big bang for your buck (which feels rare right now). They have a lot of different syrup options, as well as alternative milks. The bakery items in the front case and the food items to order are SO good. Highly recommend their pancakes, grits bowl, and potato bowl - all really delicious and filling. All staff have always been really pleasant and patient (even when I've been undecided on what to order). It's an eclectic cozy space with a good amount of seating! There's also outdoor seating, making it dog friendly! You might not get front row parking, but there is extra parking in the back, so it's never been an issue.

Today was my first visit to Grind Coffee Bar, and it will probably be my last. The place itself…read moreisn't bad overall, but the service experience was extremely frustrating. We chose to sit on the patio and waited for nearly 30 minutes without a single employee checking on our table. The line inside was all the way to the door, so at first we assumed someone would eventually come by, take our order, or at least acknowledge us. Instead, we watched multiple tables on both sides of us receive service while our table was completely ignored. Eventually, we ordered through the QR code on the menu. What wasn't clear is that QR code orders are apparently treated exactly like takeout orders. When our first item was ready, it was handed to us in a plastic container inside a bag. We explained that we were dining in, not taking food to go. I specifically asked a staff member named Graham if the remaining 3 dishes could simply be served on regular plates. He told me "that wasn't possible and that QR code orders automatically come in to-go containers". That explanation made very little sense considering we were sitting at a table in the restaurant. A few minutes later, one of my friends flagged down another server, who had no issue arranging for the food to be served on actual plates. That inconsistency was honestly mind-blowing. To make things even stranger, one coffee arrived in a ceramic mug while the rest came in disposable to-go cups. Nothing about the service felt organized or logical. As for the food, it was fine. Not bad, but nothing particularly memorable or worth making a special trip for. Given that I drove about an hour and paid tolls to visit, I definitely won't be making that drive again. I understand places get busy, but basic service still matters. If you're asking customers to tip when ordering through a QR code, serving dine-in food on actual plates instead of plastic takeout containers doesn't seem like an unreasonable expectation. There are simply too many other coffee shops with better service for me to return. 3 stars because the atmosphere was decent and the food was okay, but the service was disappointing from start to finish.

I heard about The Coffee Cup on Instagram and, following their schedule on Instagram, I saw that…read moreThe Coffee Cup was in the nearby area, so I decided to stop by for coffee. Upon arriving at the coffee shop, I joined the queue to order. After waiting for 10 minutes, my turn finally came. I then discussed the options with the server and ordered an Iced Latte with Pistachios. My coffee order arrived in just five to seven minutes. The coffee was not only delicious but also well-made with a wonderful pistachios flavor. It's easily one of the best Iced Lattes I've had with this particular flavor. The coffee and the overall atmosphere around the place were excellent.

"The most delicious matcha I've ever had!" That's what I texted my matcha loving friend after…read moretrying the strawberry mango matcha with oat milk at The Coffee Cup. It's not on the menu specifically but I asked the owner what's his best matcha and he definitely delivered! We also got the S'mores latte and an iced Americano, all delicious, plus the straws are little pink hearts, how cute! I didn't catch the owners name but he was so pleasant and kind, he even asked if we needed anything tweaked in our drinks after trying them, which we didn't because they were great. I will definitely be following on instagram to find out where the next pop up location will be!

I've visited many flower and garden shops, including well-known chain stores, but I've never seen a…read moremore stunning selection of plants than at Hummingbird Gardens, 10305 Henderson Rd., Tampa, Florida. The owners were courteous, friendly, and incredibly knowledgeable about the beautiful variety of plants on the property--and there are plenty. It was such a unique and personalized experience. The gardens are absolutely gorgeous, and if I hadn't been told about this place, I would have never known it existed. As a garden and plant fanatic, I can say this spot is truly special. If you ever need plants for your home or garden, this is the spot to visit! On a scale of 1 to 10, this place easily scores a 15!

We had our daughter's wedding at Hummingbird Gardens, Tampa, Florida on Feb 14th. The venue was…read moreextremely pleasant, beautiful, easily accessible and full of nature including peacocks. It is a family-owned nursery, especially designed for special events like weddings etc. As bride's parents we first encountered with this family-oriented business when we had to put up the Mandap/poruwa/wedding Altar. Since the day one until the wedding is over and taking the structure down, we had beautiful memories. Francesca and Shani are the ones we directly dealt with, and they are so accommodative for our requests and made us so welcome and comfortable. They helped us to make our decision in making our structure giving us very positive comments. They were very helpful with the time frame. On the day of the wedding as we arrived, the whole place decorated with flowers and it was elegantly beautiful! It was like I was in a fairy land, very magical. Francesca was extremely professional and decorated the place so beautifully to meet the wishes of the couple. Shani added beauty and flowless running of the show as a great coordinator. Shani is very professional, very kind and loving. She executed the program very elegantly and to the highest standard. We would recommend this venue to anyone without reservation! We left this place with our hearts filled with love and beautiful memories!

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.

I knew I was going to Carrollwood that morning. I *didn't know I was going to NY Bagel and Bean…read more Thanks, Yelp! You did me well! This cozy little shop is located in Carrollwood Village... a huge housing development, that somehow-innearly 36 years of living here-I had never been to until now. But missing a turn, led to some exploring and then, some bageling! New York Bagel and Bean is in a plaza at the corner of South Village and West Village. The joint was jumping when I was there at 11am on a Wednesday. It was difficult to find a parking spot, but so worth it. The shop is very homey and welcoming-with several tables and homespun decor. The owner (or manager) was very friendly and helpful. I felt truly appreciated. I felt bad I was only ordering one bagel. It was big and the perfect texture. And then... came the honey butter. Honey butter, people! It's happening! This was not a drill! It was delicious! Decadent, yes-but the perfect accompaniment. I may be in love! Should I move to Carrollwood Village just to be closer? Maybe!!! I'lll report back!

This place is divine! Really does give that NYC bagel spot vibe and the service is quick/friendly…read more Definitely not so much a place to dine in at (it gets pretty busy) but it's 100% a place to get your bagel sandwich fix at. My egg, cheese, bacon and avocado on an Asiago bagel sandwich was amazing. I'll definitely be stopping in on my way to work from time to time to get their fresh bagels!

I came to Blind Tiger Westchase yesterday and today after a 3 year hiatus (for really unfriendly…read moreservice). But this was such a wonderful experience. The coffee: I got dark roast with 2 shots of espresso, was the best cup of coffee I've had in Tampa in years. So smooth and dark. Hence my coming back a second day. The 2 people's working Saturday and the one man working today were so warm and welcoming. It was a delight to chat with them. I sat outside and enjoyed my coffee and croissant and watching the world go by. I'm haven't been a regular at a coffee bar lace in years, but I think Blind Tiger is my new spot.

Second time visiting this location and got the fruity pebbles latte I will say the service isn't…read morevery friendly so that's disappointing

I was only going to get a half-dozen but the tattooed dude on left (in photos) told me to get a…read moredozen because I would polish them off. I know most people in this area are from NY/NJ, and within one day, I had three strangers be super friendly to me. Interesting.... Anyway, the Cinnamon-Sugar was very good, the Powdered Sugar was good, and the other one wasn't memorable. It takes at least five minutes for them to make the donuts, but the service is friendly. If you're patient or have time, I recommend getting a half-dozen to see if they're for you.

Service was great. Donuts are delicious. Do not overlook this new spot in citrus mall…read more They have so many topping options that it's overwhelming but staff is super patient. The cashier on the day we went even was kind enough to show us their Instagram page to get topping idea. 6 mini donuts cost us around $6 (but price will vary depending on toppings). Will definitely stop by every time im in the mall