Coco&#x27;s Sandwich Shop

I went to Cousin Vinny's about 10 minutes before close and they were so kind assuring it was no…read moreproblem at all. I go to Vinny's all the time and this experience was just as great as all the rest. Every time you walk in they make you feel welcome. This time just like the rest they got my food out so fast (fyi they never mess up an order) and they even offered to give my friends and I cookies. I love Cousin Vinny's!!

Met a New Yorker at a wedding who said he had a friend who owned this place and had to try it out…read more Immediately went as soon as i got back and it was the best sandwich I can remember having. 10/10 will be back.

CHICKEN CAESAR Fried Cutlet, Romaine, Croutons, Housemade Caesar

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Brocato's Sandwich Shop

3.8(738 reviews)

2.9 mi

Brocato's Sandwich Shop is one of those historic hidden gems that is 100% worth the drive!…read more First of all, the sandwiches are GINORMOUS! Seriously, come hungry. They are packed with incredible flavor, loaded with meat, and you definitely get your money's worth. With prices this reasonable, especially compared to other places around town, it's hard to beat. But the real star for me is the POTATO BALL! Oh. My. Goodness. It is absolutely delicious and so big that it could easily be a meal all by itself. It's my favorite thing on the menu and a must-try! Even with how busy this place can get, the staff moves FAST. Everyone was super friendly, welcoming, and efficient. Brocato's is absolutely worth going out of your way for. Come hungry, you're going to need the room!

Devil crabs absolutely wonderful. Great food. Highly…read morerecommend the cuban sandwich. Ordered out so can't tell you about ambiance etc.

Sara making a Philly Cheese Steak sandwich.

Mouth watering Deviled Crab top it off with hot sauce. It is a meal in itself.

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Azucar Sandwich Shop

4.8(12 reviews)

2.4 mi

Food is great and service !! Is a small shop but with a good ambiance!!!! 10-10 that's a family…read morebusiness and the price is really good plus everyday have a lunch special !

I've been coming here for years, and it's still my go-to sandwich spot. It's a family-owned…read moremom-and-pop shop that consistently serves amazing food. Whether I order the breaded steak sandwich or the tripleta, it's always excellent. The daily lunch specials change every day, so there's usually something new to try depending on what you're craving. The empanadas are on point, and if they have the breakfast empanadas available, don't pass them up--they'll definitely start your day right. I usually call my order in ahead of time and pick it up, which makes it quick and easy. They also have a few benches outside if you want to sit and enjoy your meal. Places like this are what make Tampa special. A true local staple that I recommend to everyone.

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Bacon Bacon, Egg, Cheese Sandwich

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Breakfast menu

Bread On The Bay

4.5(79 reviews)

1.7 mi•Ybor City

Great sandwich shop!!! fabulous service and staff! I would recommend to anyone! sandwiches are…read morereally big.

Awful. Felt like placing an order was an inconvenience to them while the staff shrieked at each…read morerather over the overly-loud music. 25mins wait for a salad and a Cuban sandwich. It's not like they were busy... only 1 customer in front of me. Basic food, terrible service. Zero value. The most ironic part was the lady standing around on her phone, doing nothing, wearing a Tshirt which proudly stated "I'm not lazy, I'm just conserving my energy." I beg to differ.

Inside the restaurant

Avocado Caprese salad

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Our Avocado maple sandwich a house favorite

Gonzo's Sandwich Shop

4.7(266 reviews)

4.3 mi•West Tampa

Stumbled upon this gem by accident while visiting Tampa. Was there on a Saturday and it was quiet…read more Only two other patrons. Vibe was very laid back and comforting. We asked the cashier for recommendations and he mentioned the Pork Drizzler and Billy Cheesesteak. We ordered those and a side of fries. I asked for mushrooms on the side for the cheesesteak. Portions are generous so we decided to split both sandwiches. Our favorite was the Billy. The Drizzler was juicy and tasty but the Billy hit it out of the park. The fries were thick and salted just right. I will add that the service here was exceptional. Will definitely be back next time in Tampa!

Walked in and was immediately greeted by Mo who was behind the counter. He proceeded to explain the…read moremenu to me as well as the uniqueness of the items on it. Despite the small strip center location, it is immaculately clean inside the restaurant as well as in the kitchen. Such a welcoming experience! I ordered the Pork Drizzle sandwich. Homemade beef & cheese empanadas were special menu items for the day...so I ordered two of them as well. This is the best sandwich I've eaten in Tampa...as well as the best empanadas I've had since living here! Do yourself a favor and get to Gonzo's as soon as you can. It will immediately land in your top 1-2 sandwich shops in the entire city. Call ahead to make sure they're open just to be safe. Thank me later...

Billy Cheese steak

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D & D Delights

4.4(41 reviews)

0.2 mi

Another local lunch place new the port of Tampa that brings more Cuban flavors in the area…read more Decent selection of food options here including hot plates. Most of the food is pre made and ready to go. Have had a few sandwiches from this place and liked them all. Service is great and will often offer a free shot of espresso before you go. But this is a small hole in the wall type place. Has some outside seating but mainly designed to order and go.

Recently new ownership, this quaint little shop is motivated to make this place sought after…read more The staff is expeditious at taking orders and orders are filled fast. We shared a Cuban loaded with ham, and could have used a bit more roast pork, but I was not disappointed. Everything was there for makings of a great Cuban. They've also incorporated a good selection of hot foods ready for plating or to-go. New tables and chairs have been added for a sit down for a quick bite. The restroom is clean but a second one would be useful. After our meal, the owner offered a fresh Cafecito sample and spoke with us about how she'd recently taken over for the previous tenets who'd been at this location for 38 years. This is a recommend from me! I won't hesitate to return for another good meal.

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Building

Gateway Subs

4.2(19 reviews)

1.7 mi•Downtown Tampa

This spot is definitely a hidden gem in Channelside! It's inside a bodega style little market…read more People were super friendly all around. The space is tight, but it's all part of the experience, in my opinion. The food was great. We got a traditional sub and a sub-turned-salad. That salad sub left me wanting for nothing. It was so tasty and packed with Italian cold cut goodness! Had a simple latter as well and it was surprisingly good! Didn't expected to walk out of here loving their coffee. We want to return to taste their breakfast sandwiches. Have a feeling those are going to be amazing. We'll be back!

Gateway Subs (inside duckwood store) has officially earned a spot on my list of sandwich shops. It…read moretook them a minute to take my order but he was the only guy working. I ordered the Ultimate Italian Sub and added avocado, and it did not disappoint! The meats were freshly sliced, and I had it toasted for that perfect crunch. Every bite was full of flavor and well-balanced. I also tried the new butter pecan cookie... soft, fluffy, and the perfect sweet finish.

Menu and view of area inside

Cool Ranch Rider

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Inside

Wright's Gourmet House

4.6(1k reviews)

4.3 mi•Palma Ceia

Delicious!!! We visited Wright's for a sweet treat and the cakes did not disappoint! Each time we…read moreentered we were pleasantly greeted by staff. It's large, bright, and full of delights. We chose cake slices as there are many options and everyone had a favorite. The cakes give me a homestyle feel. Like homemade cake and icing. Gourmet southern goodness. The cakes are slathered with lots of icing, which I mostly removed because I like my cake without. Which to me tells me how good the cake is that it can stand alone without the frosting. Hummingbird, lemon, chocolate, and carrot cakes reign supreme. The frosting on the chocolate cake makes the cake, it's fantastic. We also tried the massive cinnamon rolls which are 5 stars! I will definitely be visiting Wright's for cakes for the next party. It's sure to be a party favorite! And excited to get back to try some sandwiches, the Alpine cake, and Chill Bros icecream!

I will ALWAYS say yes to going Wright's. The cakes and food are always amazing quality (you can…read moretell it's all in-house). Service is ALWAHS amazing. The staff is friendly, helpful and always with a smile. Their sandwiches are all customizable and I really want to try breakfast one day here. Anyone to everyone can find something to eat off the menu. Any special occasion I will always say yes to a cake from here. I've had it for my 21st Birthday (2019) and my college graduation (2020) so far. Their chocolate cake is my FAVORITE cake of all time, and their red velvet and alpine is not to be slept on. There's a lot of seating and parking available as well. It's bright and comfortable, perfect for coming with a large group as well.

Slicing Hummingbird cake for my birthday

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Shrimp Pasta...so yummy

Frankie’s Italian Deli

4.1(325 reviews)

5.7 mi

worth the wait! amazing - i had a single chicken ceasar cutlet and we did the 2 slices and a drink…read moreand pasta with meatballs for the kiddos. i would definitely go here again next time we are in town. i was expecting a quiet counter deli but it was slammed and now i know why! with so many dessert options it was hard to choose but our daughter had a mango ice cream with toppings and our son had the tampa mix up. seating can be crowded you may have to wait for an indoor table. if i lived nearby i would do takeout but we ended up getting a seat before our food was ready.

Generally, I was disappointed. In this case, less would be more…read more Reasonably busy for a weekday lunch time. Interior seating seems limited for how busy they there. I was there with my mom and my five month old daughter in a stroller, which wasn't easy. This was my first time here and the process of ordering and then waiting for your order to be called was stressful. I checked the menu online before going and there was no mention of the slice specials which I couldn't see easily from the line. I also couldn't see the slice bar or flavors available while in line so that wasn't helpful. The fountain for drinks is behind the counter so you can't get yourself a refill. Instead, you have to go through the crowd again to ask an associate to do it for you. Associates were helpful with my questions. No one was wiping tables down between customers. I ordered the Yo Adrian, Bianca slice, cannoli and lobster tail. The Yo Adrian was okay. Too much soft bread, not enough cheese, good amount of onions and some of the meat was chunks rather than shaved. The Bianca slice was primarily burnt on the bottom and didn't seem fresh which is sad considering we were there before noon. The cannoli was good. The lobster roll pastry was great; likely because it was fresh. The ice cream is in boxes, which have had the top cut off and the cardboard was wet and peeling in one of the boxes I saw while waiting in line. I think skipping the ice cream seems like a safe choice. I won't be rushing back but will return at some point to try a breakfast sandwich on a NY bagel and order a whole pie to try so it's fresh.

3 foot chicken cutlet hero

Pistachio ice cream

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The exterior of the building

J C's Sandwich Shop

4.4(63 reviews)

4.9 mi

I'd driven by this place so many times and this morning, we finally stopped in. First of all that…read morecafe con leche spoke directly to my soul. It tasted so good and was perfectly sweetened. It was so comforting and felt just like mom and abuelas cafe con leche. I'll take that over a big time coffee shop any day! The restaurant itself was nice and clean had plenty of tables and seating. I walked right up to the counter and ordered. I had a tiny bit of a hard time narrowing down my decision but i ended up going with the roast pork omelette which i loved. It came with my choice of bread and i picked Cuban toast which i loved as well. My husband went with the Mac Daddy which came with fish and grits and the way it smelled in the car omg i wanted to pull over and have some before we even got to our intended destination! I'm so glad we finally stopped in. The pricing was fair and the service was super quick and friendly. There wasn't a paper menu or on online so i took some pics of the screen so i have it for next time. Also, Im super pleased that I was in and out in about 15 minutes!

I've stopped by J C's Sandwich Shop for lunch a few times with some coworkers. It's quick,…read moreaffordable, and perfect for a casual lunch. I've tried a few things here and the roasted pork special is by far the standout. It's very flavorful and definitely worth ordering! I've also had the grilled chicken salad and turkey wrap, but I wasn't a fan of either. If you go, stick to the Cuban or pork-style sandwiches; that's what they do best. Service is fast, prices are great, and it's an easy spot for an easy lunch.

Menu board

JC's Cuban Sandwich

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Erin H.

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8 years ago

Awesome service..Excellent cafe con leche! Super busy at peak times, you can your order in and have it ready.

Elijah P.

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7 years ago

No fries made me cry. So with that said I had to order some other fries. So thanks :3

Dee P.

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3 years ago

literally saw the cook digg in her ass and fix my food retarded on another level

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