Man, I wish they had this diner in NY. Mom's Place is a…read morehomey, well-worn spot with ol' school character and inviting hospitality. Our server Julia and her co-workers were hella nice and very attentive. The constant pouring of coffee in my family's mugs and the continued checking up on us were well noted. Our breakfast? On point! Everyone enjoyed their orders, especially me. My previous trip to FL taught me that in place of the standard sausage or bacon for breakfast, I can substitute these everyday proteins with the catch of the day. During our first visit to Mom's, Basa Filet was the option but wasn't listed anywhere on the menu. The key is to always ask. My choice of Pancakes or Johnny Cakes, Eggs, and Fried Fish is always a breakfast combination I'll be seeking. Mom's is the Place!

Will be back! The food and service were exactly what you want from a cafe/diner like this. The…read morerestaurant just needs a little deep cleaning and retouching, but I love the charm. Maybe just remove the blinds entirely because one fell on our booth and the one behind us. Still better than your local Waffle House (and I love WH). Everything was great and portions were perfect: - Coffee, fresh not burnt - Blueberry French Toast with cream cheese filling - Corned Beef & Swiss Omelette (server referred to it as the Irish) with hash browns and hotcakes - Side of Bacon

We had such an amazing experience at Front Porch Grill! I went with a few of my closest friends for…read morea girls' night out, and everything was perfect from start to finish. The food was absolutely delicious, the service was incredible - everyone was so attentive and friendly - and the ambiance was 10/10! We had the best time catching up and enjoying ourselves. This has officially become our go-to spot for girls' nights! Highly recommend!

I've been here a thousand times (and I normally have no problems) but am basing this review on my…read moremost recent visit. My BF and I went on a Friday night. They weren't busy at all but we waited at the hostess stand for several minutes before they sat us. When we finally sat, they offered to turn on the heater for me and I took them up on it. After a few minutes of fiddling with it, they just gave up and never said anything else about it until I asked. The waitress said it wasn't working and that she would have to drag the one from way over there, which would be "too much". Ok, fine, I'll freeze but that's my fault for not dressing appropriately for Florida weather. Then we ordered some seltzers that were on special (we thought). We asked the waitress if they were $5 all day, she said she would go check because she wasn't sure; never received an answer. Next, the food. My BF has celiac so he asked what he can have on the menu. He was given two options, the Baja fish tacos (with corn tortillas) or the ahi tuna bowl. He opted for the Baja fish tacos. After about 10 minutes, the waitress came back and said they couldn't find the corn tortillas, so he was stuck ordering the tuna bowl. He made sure to tell her he had a gluten allergy. When we got the food, it looked like there was soy sauce in the bowl. We waited for the waitress to come back for over 15 minutes and she never did. When she finally did, we asked if there was soy sauce and there indeed was. She said she would have them remake it. At this point, my BF asked to speak to a manager. We had empty drinks, no food after sitting for 20-25 minutes and it was freezing because no heater (still my fault for not dressing right), but we were pretty miserable. The bartender came out and said she was manager on duty and we explained what happened. She offered to take the tuna bowl and first round of drinks off our bill. Overall, this was a miserable experience and I'm glad that I have other visits to base it off of because we wouldn't have come back if it were our first time there.

This restaurant is an absolute gem in South Tampa. I had long wanted to try it and the experience…read morewas better than we could have expected. You enter and suddenly you're in a cozy interior that feels very far away from the busy street and is a place you can spend some time. The food is excellent, well above any other place around where you can get a bowl. Our spicy pork bowls were so delicious. They came with a nice soft-yoke fried egg on top and the most delicious fresh carrots I have perhaps ever had. My child adored the sweet potato noodles, salmon, and chicken. We played foosball for quite some time. Honestly, the world would be a better place with more restaurants just like this.

This place was fantastic! It is such a shame we only found it now after being in Tampa a few years…read more We went to get take out on a weeknight and were so impressed with the menu! There were so many things we wanted to try - we settled on the Champa Bay Bowl and the General Tsos chicken bowl. Both were excellent and there was so much food! Our takeout experience was quick and efficient, and the man helping us was kind. The place inside is cute and hole-in-the-wall vibey. Would definitely come back to a casual dinner to dine-in, but eating that delicious food on the couch was the highlight of our week!

Oh man. My friend and I came here when we visited Tampa last year, and this year, we had to return…read moreagain. It's a 10 minute rideshare from Downtown Tampa, completely worth the trip. Is it in a questionable area that you may not want to be in at night because besides the brewery 2 blocks away, nothing else seems to be very actively open? This is why you come before 12 PM. Because they will close on your silly self if you come after 12 PM. The staff are super friendly, everyone gets greeted with "What can I get you queen/king?" and you genuinely don't mind waiting for the kitchen to cook up your order. There are two iPads for ordering in addition to being able to place an order with the staff at the counter, so getting an order in is not difficult at all. The hard part is waiting for your order as you breathe in all the delicious smells and see each person receive their order ahead of you. But you get to choose a bag snack from all the cardboard boxes that are lined up on the counter (Taquis are my jam for snacking later but they have all the Lays snacks) to distract yourself in the meantime. I get mesmerized by the affordable prices and delightful breakfast choices of the menu each time, but in the two trips I've made here, I've had to go with the shrimp and grits ($12.99). Crispy, hot Cajun seasoned fried shrimp with buttery, cheesy, SUPER HOT grits (blow on each bite to cool because you will otherwise burn your mouth) is every girl's breakfast dream, hangover or no hangover. The place is takeout focused but has a canvas covered patio to the left of it with 2 picnic tables, so it's great to sit with your Styrofoam container, plastic utensils and paper towels (available from a roll inside) and squirt hot sauce onto your breakfast glory. It's a good thing I don't live here, because I'd take this breakfast/brunch any day I can!

I was so glad to be in the able to have Girl & A Grill again. I arrived as soon as they opened at 6…read moreA.M. They were excited and ready to serve. It is a grab and go restaurant. You place your order at the counter, then you wait for a little bit to get your order. Everything comes out hot and fresh, which is a plus! I ordered the fish and grits. The fish was perfectly breaded. The grits were also made well. My friend ordered the meatless treat with the side of cheese grits. She also enjoyed her food and said the pancakes were fluffy and flavorful.

I stopped by Central Cafeteria for breakfast and ordered the breakfast burrito. It was honestly one…read moreof the best breakfast burritos I've ever had. It was packed with flavor, super filling, and somehow still didn't feel heavy. Every ingredient tasted fresh and everything was perfectly balanced. The portion size was generous, the flavors were spot on, and it kept me full for hours. If you're visiting for breakfast, do yourself a favor and order the breakfast burrito. Can't wait to order the breakfast burrito again!

Location: Central Coffee and Sandwiches Date: June 28, 2026…read more Service: Take out Order First time ever at Central Coffee and sandwiches stand. I am staying in the area and wanted to check them out I saw this super long line of people waiting so it reminds me of back home in New York so I had to check it out. The prices are reasonable you can pay with your card they have a iPad and you could submit in your name and your order. I love the decor that they have this displayed outside of the stand they have limited hours they are open daily but only from like 7:00 to 2:00 or 3pm depending on the day and the time. I knew that I wouldn't be back in time before they close or decided to get a sandwich before they close later on today. I like I was conveniently placed downtown or Franklin Street which seems to be a popular street down here lots of movement. I have added the second part of this review the sandwich was a generous portioned size. Check out the photos attached to this review.

If you're looking to support a local neighborhood business in the heart of west tampa this is a…read moregreat place to start! Staff was friendly and attentive and it seems like the kind of place where all the regulars know one another. I had their cuban sandwich and it was delicious - I had no complaints. I'll definitely be back when I'm in the area - especially during football season GO BUCS ‍

One of the best Cuban sandwiches I've ever tasted. Super friendly and efficient service when I'm…read moredown by the Himes baseball complex again I'll be sure to revisit.

Love this place! My husband and I randomly stopped by for brunch for the first time & loved it so…read moremuch that I've been ordering it on Uber Eats ever since. For brunch, I had the San Jose Bowl with a side of French toast, and it was hands down some of the best French toast I've ever had! For lunch, I've tried the Lean N Clean and the So Cal, plus their cookies, and everything has been consistently delicious. Service was also great & the person who sat us was friendly when we came for brunch!

From my first visit (an accidental find), I was treated like royalty. I walked into this charming…read morelittle establishment having no clue what to expect. The mural, Cali Real Food Only, intrigued me and I could not resist investigating. I was greeted by the manager who sat me at the perfect table, as I was dining alone. He paired me with Ed (short for Edmarie) who asked about my likes, dislikes, and possible allergies. She made suggestions which were spot on. When I ordered multiple items which were way more than I could eat in one sitting, she said, "You are here for the experience. I have boxes." My next visit she remembered my order and asked if I wanted it again or if I wanted to try something new. Each meal is a taste adventure. I have been multiple times, both alone and introducing friends to this South Tampa gem. Everyone has loved it. No matter the server, or the manager on duty, I have been treated like a special guest. I recommend Cali to anyone looking for good food, tasty mimosas or sangria, and the best servers in the city!

I tried Bolay today for the first time. The food was really good. Fresh and delicious. The staff…read morewas very kind. Shout out to Daniel! He's killing it.

Still a great make your own bowl here. Much better and more flavorful than Fresh Kitchen…read more Enjoyed my bowl with two bases, one protein and three veggie options, & choice of sauce. Fresh kitchen only gives you one veggie option for their regular bowl. They give you a free birthday bowl for your birthday on the app. They also give different coupons on the app. This last one I used was for a free drink. Last time was for a free cookie. Good service and dining area is comfortable with tables and chairs.