On Saturday nights you cannot make a reservation. We called earlier on the day and the host said just stop in later. We had a high top for 4 near the bar. The appetizers were petite but full of flavor. Would love more fresh salsa to match the portion of tortillas. The tuna was dressed well with ponzu and sesame seeds. The restaurant is hip, plenty of art work , loud music dim lighting. I ordered a white wine but my friends loved the different tequila cockatils. read more

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Host and manager clueless - 6pm arrived. No idea how long the wait was. Good food and vibe but the front of house staff was lost and had an attitude read more

Ambiance good Service- not good!! we ordered a spicy margarita that was not spicy at all. Told bartender and his reply was 'really I put one slice of jalapeño in it' did not offer to remake it. Well when you order the next one I will add more jalapeños' There will not be a next one!! Will not be coming back! read more

Last Saturday, we went to celebrate my friend's birthday. They don't take reservation so we just walked in. We were a party of 8 and it seems like they were overwhelmed by such a large group. Our drinks came pretty fast and they were really good. The food took quite some time to be served but everyone was happy with their selection. Although we sat outside, I went inside to take pictures and I must say I love the decor, so many beautiful paintings. They have two sections one for hookah and one section for food and drinks. I really enjoyed their music selections. If I am in the Ste Pete area, I would definitely go back. read more

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The food is delicious and the cocktails are just as tasty. Great ambiance too! We sat at the bar in this groovy looking restaurant and we consistently had great service throughout our time here. If you're ordering tapes then be sure to try the barbacoa as your protein. Absolutely delicious. As for drinks, I might have had my favourite espresso Martini in St Pete here although there were some tasty modified made to it. Yet to try out the hookahs they offer here but you can only use them outside so I guess I'll have to come back when the weather's cooler. read more

COPA - Latin American Near Me - St. Petersburg, Florida

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Amazing jerk chicken. Gosh I come back here just for this. It is so juicy, flavorful and authentic. A tad bit spicy though! It comes with jasmine rice and a sweet coleslaw. Unfortunately, the rice came out a little bit, crunchy and hard to chew. 5/5 The chips and salsa are also exceptional. They make the chips in house so they come out nice and warm. The salsa is savory, well above average! 5/5 It has a really nice ambience. This is the place you come to relax with your friends and just lay back on the nice pillows. read more

COPA - Jerk chicken with rice - Latin American Near Me - St. Petersburg, Florida

COPA was the perfect pitstop to kick off our night in St. Pete! My friends and I popped in to support our friend who was DJing, and the vibe was on point. Great live music, smooth hookah options, and cocktails that were really well made. The energy felt chic but still relaxed, making it an ideal spot to gather, sip, and get the night started right. Definitely a go-to when you want good drinks, good music, and a stylish atmosphere all in one place. read more

So I gave this place a shot on Taco Tuesday and although I liked the vibe of the place some of the food items were not so good. The drinks were absolutely amazing and I would definitely come back if I'm in the area but probably only for the drink specials. They had a happy hour with half price classic drinks and this included my spicy margarita and expresso martini. Both drinks with the special came to $6-7 which is amazing especially for how good they were! The expresso martini was one of the best I've had! For food we started with the chips and salsa and it's crazy because you can tell the chips were fresh and made in house but the salsa definitely tasted like it came from a jar, which was very disappointing! The yuca croquetas sounded very promising but they were just ok. I also had a barbacoa taco that was on special for $4 and this was amazing the barbacoa beef had amazing flavor! For the Taco Tuesday special you can mix and match tacos and tostones so I also had a Mojo pork tostone but unfortunately it missed the mark. The mojo pork didn't have much flavor and it was topped with a basic dry slaw that looked like it came from a bag. Service was going great until we ordered a few tacos after having apps and a drink. After about 20 mins we decided to ask if our tacos were almost up but he had a puzzled look on his face so we could tell they were never put in. He did bring them out rather quickly once we mentioned we had not received them. Overall the vibe is cool but they could definitely do better at this place. read more

Had an amazing date night dinner. Fairly empty at 5pm on a Thursday, but the service was great. Wish we had some more salsa for 10 bucks but it was delicious regardless. The reef and beef was delicious as well. The steak was seasoned perfectly and the coconut shrimp was great. $8 espresso martini for happy hour was a plus. They have daily specials for each day of the week. read more

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Went around 5pm on a Saturday night and had no issues being seated. The establishment is very very small, however it provides intimate vibes. Our server was great although he talked at almost a whisper so it was a bit hard to hear sometimes (they are playing instrumental upbeat music). There were many smaller groups dining along with us and we didn't feel like it was too noisy. My friend and I ordered 3 plates to share and this was plenty of food! Too much food I would say as their portions are pretty big. The steak & maduros gets 5/5. The barbacoa beef bowl also 5/5. However the tostones with mojo pork were not our favorite. If we were to order the tostones again, I would opt for the barbacoa beef for sure! Overall this was a delicious dinner, very filling and prices were reasonable. I'd definitely come back. Side note: there is a notice at their hostess desk that says they will not sit groups of 8 or more read more

COPA - Steak & Maduros - Latin American Near Me - St. Petersburg, Florida

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Heyyyyyyy you guys!! Stumbled up upon this place by complete accident and was not mad about it. This restaurant has two sides that appears to be connected one side you can get great eats. We opted for the jerk chicken and the arepas! We enjoyed both! The other side is more like a lounge vibe you can hookah over there. There was a DJ. The music was played at a perfect volume where you were still able to enjoy the sounds and have great conversation. The service was great as well! The spot is no secret to folks visiting Saint Pete. We enjoyed our time here. read more

The vibe of this cafe is wonderful with the deco inviting you in to get cozy. Servers were friendly. Food was just ok, the barbacoa was a little dry and not super flavorful. The empanadas were ok. Maybe their dinner menu is better! read more

COPA - El Barbacoa - Latin American Near Me - St. Petersburg, Florida

Wow I'm mad I didn't try this place sooner! Food is really solid and wide selection of drink options too! Really cool lounge vibe, music is at just the right volume. Servers and bartenders are really nice and helpful too. Also, the happy hour is an excellent deal! We came on Tuesday and they were doing Taco Tuesday. You could mix and match any of the proteins on three tacos or put them on a tostone which I did and it was SO good. The tofu, tuna and shrimp tacos were all really good. Will definitely come back! read more

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My friends and I were trying to find a brunch place on Central and walked into this beautiful artistic gem of a place. First we ordered cocktails, mine was a Crazy in love, very refreshing and another was an espresso martini. Then we had the El Barbacoa which was my favorite like a empanada and the chicken empanada. There was only one person serving and she served us so quickly. I loved all the art work in the restaurant, very eclectic. read more

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My boyfriend and I had an incredible time here -- from the moment we walked in, the ambiance was perfect. The drinks and hookah were top-tier, and the vibe was just right. The music, the people, and the energy all blended into such a fun and welcoming atmosphere. We didn't try the food this time, but we will definitely be back for it -- especially after seeing the menu! Huge shoutout to the staff too -- every single worker was kind, attentive, and made the night feel special. A true gem in downtown St. Pete. Highly recommend! read more

My order and I ordered the churrasco and it was delicious. We also ordered the tostones and the flavoring of the shredded meat was good. The food came out fairly quickly and the ambience was nice. I would recommend. read more

Love love love. The ambiance,music, drinks and food were amazing. Felt welcomed and accommodated the entire time. Taylor was amazing - very attentive and he answered all of our questions. The owners were great and accommodated our table well for our bachelorette group! Come here if you're looking for amazing food. Taylor needs a promotion asap!!!!! read more

COPA - Copa is so cute. We love the waiter/bartender Taylor. Food is 10/10. Drinks are bomb!!!!! - Latin American Near Me - St. Petersburg, Florida

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It's been a long time since my first visit. I've noticed the menu has changed and the offerings are much more. Copa is known for its Afrolatin Caribbean Fusion style and I noticed the Chefs are the same one. Stability is the key to a successful restaurant. The wait staff are different but the bartender is the same. The date of my visit is 2/7/23 and the time was 8:15 PM. As soon as I walked in I noticed a DJ was about to play, it was the same gent who was mixing. The theme is Latin Salsa Night. I ordered my Gin and Tonic and for the ladies, Copa was having a 2 for 1 drink. Not bad. If you are old school Latin this is the place to bring your date. Copa set up an intimate dance floor. One can't be shy to spin your mate. I'll return soon. read more

My dad and I stopped here for their bossa nova live band and it was amazing! The vibe was very relaxing and their drinks are so good. He got the Hibiscus Sour and I got the Espresso Martini, I've been here many times and the Espresso Martini is the best in the area! The service was also pretty good, they were very busy so be sure to get there early for a good spot during these special performances. read more

Such a cute spot for tapas and drinks. I would say there specialty is drinks over food - not to discount the food, just it is a fairly small menu in terms of options. I came here with a girlfriend for a fun girls night and COPA did not disappoint. The atmosphere was very chill, and the drinks were perfect. We got a window seat and while not the most comfortable, it afforded us the best view. FOOD: 5/5 - get the croquettas now (no, seriously, EAT THEM!) DRINKS: 5/5 - the spicy coconut mojito was the best SERVICE: 4/5 - it wasn't that busy, but they were a tad understaffed - granted, it was a Monday night and the waitress was phenomenal considering PRICE: 5/5 - you're paying for the ambiance OVERALL: 5/5 would come again! read more

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Sunday I had the chance to try Copa Amazing ambiance and friendly staff. One thing you should never do is walk past this place without trying it out. Please don't get caught sleeping on this restaurant. The drinks were delicious and the the food Sweeeet Jesussss it's wonderfuullllll, omgggg just ridiculously amazing! I thought I had tasted the best empanadas in Tampa I was so wrong.. hands up to the sky and cross my own heart these empanadas were better then I could have ever imagined, to have the crust be made fresh so delicate light and crispy but flaky but just the right texture and the inside is like a warm hug from ya mama and the perfect cooking from granny's house all wrapped into one delicious pie. It tastes like a sweet love story. Whoever is cooking in this kitchen I pray I get to shake their hand and just give them a hug because this food made my complete soul happy. Denise was our server and was extremely sweet and attentive. First time here but omg after writing this I think I'll go back again tonight. read more

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I've been for coffee, dinner, and just for drinks... it's always an amazing experience and vibe. The coffee is delicious and their breakfast sandwiches are great. The drinks are also delicious. When we went for dinner the staff was also super friendly. Highly recommend read more

Absolutely amazing venue! Beautiful aesthetics, fantastic food, and wonderful Copa Team! Even met the owners (they're brothers!)--fantastic guys! I was so excited about the food I forgot to take pics lol but managed to snap a few of dessert the mozzarella arepas, shrimp tostones, and chocolate torte cake were out of this world! You won't be disappointed 15/10 recommend! read more

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Taco Tuesday!! Need I say more!! $4 tacos and house mixed cocktails each Tuesday, is something we enjoy! Service has always been good, they will not only take care of you but offer up ideas based on what you like! Low light so you can relax but enough to enjoy the company you are with is a nice touch! read more

It just wasn't the vibe we were looking for. We were under the impression that a live dj is present. We never saw them lol. The music was a mood but pics and videos made us think it was a dance floor. So, once we arrived it was more mellow than planned. Weren't expecting a club vibe but more like a lounge and casual dancing. Tried the rosé wine and it was really good and a nice pour. Staff were amazing. read more

COPA - Wine selection. - Latin American Near Me - St. Petersburg, Florida

Quick service, server was very nice and accommodating, food was excellent. Got the reef and beef and it was amazing. Still thinking about it. 10/10 read more

COPA - Reef and Beef - Latin American Near Me - St. Petersburg, Florida

Writing this review really hurts. But Yelp is not just for writing about good experiences - but for growth and constructive criticism where it's needed. Let me start by saying that I have been coming to COPA for YEARS: Ever since they opened, through COVID hard times, through several price increases/inflation, etc. As a business owner myself, I understand certain unwelcomed changes are sometimes needed out of sheer necessity. But my experience when I brought a new client on his birthday last week was UNACCEPTABLE. COPA now has two completely different sections and if you're having hookah and drinks in one section, you cannot order from food menu at all. I thought that was bizarre, but we went with the flow (maybe it's due to zoning issues/ differences of the two segments?). But what really upset us was 1) The hookah took SO LONG to be served we asked for them to cancel it, but then all of a sudden "it is being prepared now, can't cancel" and 2) How the server just completely DISAPPEARED after saying that if we wanted water we could just serve ourselves from the tap at the end of that hookah room (and just came to check maybe twice if we wanted more hookah after it was FINALLY served or cocktails over more than an hour) -- then they had the AUDACITY to still charge us 20% gratuity for being Offline members!? The majority of Offline member restaurants do not charge required gratuity btw, and even the few occasions they do, you BET it is the most amazing service we have ever had and they really are deserving of the 20%. That 20% should have been given back to us as cashback for serving ourselves, for waiting so long for hookah and then being DENIED canceling it. Again: I've been going to COPA for YEARS (even during COVID) and have never been treated with such DISRESPECT. Now I don't even know if I want to go back, ever, after this terrible experience. I will also tell all my clients and colleagues I know to AVOID COPA and never give them any business. This was not only a disrespectful experience to a LOYAL COPA customer, but even worse: This was an EMBARRASSMENT for me in front of a business partner. What a SHAME :'( read more

Went here with my friend and we had a good time. We got there at 4 and around 6 it starts to get packed. I had pinot grigio and she had a white sangria which we loved our drinks. We split the croquetas de yuca and those were amazing. Great flavor and well fried. I had the surf and turf which was amazing. The steak was juicy and well marinated, the coconut shrimp was flavorful and crispy and the tostones were bomb. This is a great place to visit especially for a girls outing. read more

COPA - Latin American Near Me - St. Petersburg, Florida

cpoais a honky tonk Barr. I had red snapper which was overcooked. While the hors d'oeuvres were tasty and the service was fine. I would rate my experience at a 3.2. read more

Copa was amazing! The food was so good we got the Caribbean shrimp with rice and had margaritas for their happy hour. I will absolutely be back. The service was amazing, even the host was so sweet and welcoming. The restaurant is beautiful read more

The vibe is here is very chill. They have a nice inside bar and outside seating. The tacos were a great deal on Taco Tuesday ($4) and they were above average. I got the pork, tuna, and shrimp. All were good. read more

COPA - Tacos (barbacoa, tuna, shrimp) - Latin American Near Me - St. Petersburg, Florida

We grab the Cuban as that appetizer in their new location while we waited for dinner to open up, the service was amazing friendly, and as soon as the dinner side open up and they took us and sat down. Then we order the Tostones and more drinks and the ambience was excellent. Will definitely go back soon. read more

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Went in with a party of 5 on a Thursday for happy hour & were seated immediately. Server was efficient even though it got very busy & she had a lot of tables. Happy hour gives you half off original cocktails - bringing them down to $6-$8/drink. Got a bit loud as the evening went on but that's expected. For drinks, we had espresso martinis (very good + avoid if you don't like cinnamon), margaritas (good), Moscow mule (average), & mojitos (very good - tried guava & original & liked both but the OG won by a slight margin). For food, we had yuca croquettas (highly recommend, so so good), conch fritters (pretty good), chips & salsa (chips were hot & salty & perfect, salsa was okay), & tacos (I didn't try these so can't speak to flavor, but was told they were good). Will be coming back for the croquettas & mojitos. read more

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COPA is our go-to spot any time we are in St Pete! We loveeee the atmosphere, the music, the staff, the owners- every part of the COPA experience makes you feel welcomed and there's always something new to try on the menu. No matter what, we will always ALWAYS get the empanadas! I've gone with business colleagues, my husband, my grandmother, my parents, my kids, we are welcomed regardless. Usually we go for dinner but recently tried lunch and the portions were huge. The nicest part was smelling the fresh basil being prepared right there for later. Can't wait to go back! read more

Second time's the charm! Well, the first time was pretty great too, so there's that. The energy in this place is so warm and inviting. From the hosts and bartenders to the ambient lighting and music it's hard to leave. However, given the limited indoor seating, I did my best to be an amenable patron and not hang out too long after finishing my meal. The empanadas were incredible -- perfectly flaky with a flavorful chicken filling inside. I thought I was starving when I went so I also ordered the kreyol bowl. That was extra of me because the empanadas hit the spot. I took the bowl home to have for lunch the following day. TL; DR Go to Copa! read more

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Here for breakfast, the drink menu is impressive. The food is good, except the crossiant bun for the sandwich is a miss for me. It is dry and has no butter taste. The meat sandwich is generous. As for the drink, the latte is excellent, but the tea has no taste. read more

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Nice and formative foreign lager beer section. Went on a double date here and we all tried each others food and the food rocked. Cocktails were nice, make sure to bring your fatter wallet bc it's pricey, but I'd say worth the shot. Cool too that they occasionally host dj's there to add to the vibe. Bonus: dimly lit restaurant with places to walk to afterwards! Expect this place to be busy! read more

Great small place. Full bar. Dark and quiet on a Wednesday night. The food was solid. They had a full bar and a good selection of beer (none on tap). The staff was engaging and seemed to like working there and interacting with goofy visitors to town like me. They had hooka (?) service which we didn't take advantage of but it seemed cool for a Spanish tapas place. I'd go back if I was in town. read more

COPA - Pork tacos - Latin American Near Me - St. Petersburg, Florida

I've been here a number of times with friends. It's definitely a chill little nook if you care about conversation over ambiance and entertainment. It's a great spot for light bites and drinks. From the perfectly garnished glassware to the expertly balanced flavors, every drink we've had is a delight of taste and creativity. Nice place to unwind with friends or have an intimate date but the service tends to be a wait. I would suggest if you plan to drink, to order two drinks so you don't have to wait on your next drink, same with the appetizers/food. Great spot to begin or close your night! read more

COPA - COPA - Crazy in Love drink. St. Pete banyan vodka, strawberries, lemon, floral syrup & soda. - Latin American Near Me - St. Petersburg, Florida

This is a hidden gem. They have excellent specials through the week, taco Tuesday, there's a wine night I believe. There are healthy options, but a wonderful Cuban flair. I'm pescatarian and a must have on the menu for me are the jerk tofu rolls, served with a sweet and spicy sauce. Love the hookah offerings on the outdoor patio, super friendly service and a great ambiance. read more

COPA - Brussels sprouts and skewer shrimp - Latin American Near Me - St. Petersburg, Florida

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