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!

This place is a Tampa institution and a go to restaurant. This is not a place where you go for high…read moreend ambiance. There's no white tablecloth, beautiful interior decor, etc. No, this place is the definition of a dive bar. A hole in the wall. Service can be blunt and straightforward. But what makes this place standout is the quality of the sandwich. They might just have the best Italian Cold Cut sandwich in all of Tampa. The bread has such an excellent crisp exterior but a soft and fluffy interior that soaks everything up. The cold cuts are really generous portions, as is the olive spread. This foot long sandwich is bigger and better than anything Subway could ever create. Overall, an amazing sandwich that is worthy of getting :)

I absolutely LOVE this sandwich shop. I have no idea why it has taken me so long to review but they…read moredeserve a good one for sure! The location is not in the best area, but I am always happy to see them busy. They are family owned and very kind. Service is fast and I am never disappointed with the flavor. I consistently get the NYer and black bean soup- there's no where else ANYWHERE that compares to either. I loved Cubans, but their twist is like no other! Despite the dirty clientele (usually blue collar workers that we all need and should appreciate) the restaurant is always well kept, including the bathrooms. They offer a variety of drinks, including basic beers. PS also try their sweet tea- it's splendid! I really cannot say enough good things about this little "hole in the wall" lunch spot. If you're in the area, definitely try it!

Fantastic Cuban and Marinated Pork sandwich shop. Worth going a bit out of your way if needed…read more Prices are reasonable and much cheaper than most in the area. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a good sandwich for a good price.

It's been a bit since we tried this spot on a whim. Walked in to order and it was clean and…read morewelcoming. I picked a sandwich and soup and my husband got a burger. The food was ok, nothing amazing but not bad either. Just kind of average. It's very homey and if that is your vibe you would probably like it a lot. Just didn't do it for us.

While attending a training at the ISC building, we stopped by here for lunch. My friend had the BLT…read moreand I had the pressed Cuban. Both our sandwiches were excellent and came out quickly. This place gives lunch counter vibes. The service is friendly and helpful. A good place to grab a quick bite.

Great Ambience & Delicious Lunch…read more Actually I got there at 11.02 am and it was lunch time. I hear breakfast is amazing! Had sourdough burger and waffle fries

Saw many reviews of this popular place. Parking lot was full, however many parked in an empty dirt…read morelot across the street. This place has a good amount of seating inside and outdoors. Good music playing. Was packed, so people were loud over the music. All have to order at the bar by waiting in line. If you are fortunate to get a seat at the bar, you can get taken care of with no line. You get a buzzer to tell you when to pick up the food. Food was overall was good.

I had to put a very small amount of food in my stomach before a night of debauchery and this place…read morewas walking distance so I decided to give it a shot, and I was very happy I did. The entire restaurant is very small only a handful of tables with a small outdoor area, but it's very cozy with an eclectic interior design, was sat immediately, the entire staff was beyond friendly. I only had two tacos, a carrizo and Gator Alaskan style. I cannot sing the praises of them enough. The flavor was out of this world on both, and the shells were fried to an absurdly crispy degree. If I I wasn't planning on walking around with my shirt off later in the night, I would have eaten 17 more. Well worth the stop.

A very small -- it's a former Ybor Ctty "casita" -- restaurant just off the square of the Saturday…read moreFarmers' Market. Has a variety of Alaskan tacos, which is a deep fried taco, plus standard Tex-Mex entrees like chimichangas. Filling, tasty, and came with attentive service.

Lovely place and so rustic at same time , very cozy place to get a good cup of Latin Cuban coffee,…read more. The empanadas are so great and the best thing here is the flans that have so many flavors . Service was attentive and fast .... Very interesting place

When I arrived, there were only a few other folks there. By the time I left, both rooms were…read morebuzzing with patrons enjoying a good Cuban sandwich! I decided to order the Cuban French toast though. Generous portion and steaming hot, more than enough for two people. Pillowy soft Cuban bread gently crisped and buttery on the outside. I wasn't so sure that I liked the custard it had been dipped in, but the bread itself was pretty dreamy. I wasn't experiencing major FOMO about the Cubans. Next time, Gadget! The horchata with espresso was blissful. Hits of cinnamon, combined with a smoky espresso and sweet creamy house-made Horchata. Service was straightforward and quick, just the way I like it. .

Was working in the area and was starving! Saw the signs outside of CR Snack House and decided to…read morepop in for lunch. Greeted by the owners Crystal and Ronnie upon walking in, they just open a snack and sandwich shop in the area. I order the Cuban and I'm so glad I did, it was the biggest, and most delicious sandwich I've ever had! The owners told me they're slowly adding to the menu, can't wait to stop by and try more. Everything was fresh and fast! Don't let hole in the wall places fool you, CR Snack house is about snacks and fresh to make sandwiches!

This was a great find! Amazing food! Such a cool little spot…read morewith amazing food and coffee! Great friendly staff and a cool outside seating area.

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.

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.

If you're visiting Ybor City, do yourself a favor and stop by La Segunda Bakery and Cafe. This…read morehistoric bakery has been serving the Tampa community since 1915, and it's easy to see why it's still a local favorite over a century later. (La Segunda Bakery) Everything we tried was incredible! The sandwiches are huge, loaded with flavor, and made on their famous fresh Cuban bread. The empanadas were perfectly seasoned and packed with delicious fillings. And don't even get me started on the pastries, they're fresh, flaky, and absolutely amazing. The best part? The prices are incredibly reasonable, especially for the quality and generous portions you receive. Whether you're grabbing breakfast, lunch, or just satisfying a sweet tooth, La Segunda is a must-visit. We'll definitely be back!

Delivery order breakfast during our Tampa trip. The pastelito de guayaba con queso was incredibly…read morefresh and flaky, featuring a huge and well filled crescent portion. The guayaba con queso flip was also delicious, but it texture was not quite as outstanding to me when compared to the pastelito. Also tried double press Cuban toast for the first time, and enjoyed every bite. Next time gotta get a cortadito to go with it.