This is our go to for Mediterranean food in south tampa. We probably go once a month. The staff is…read morealways so pleasant and they treat us like family. The mixed grille is absolutely delicious and we love the hot hummus with the freshly baked lavash. That ambiance here is cozy and intimate if they are busy it can be loud.

O.m.g. Best and i mean best by a landslide Turkish place i ever had. The food was amazing, and even…read morewhen i got takeout for someone else, it was still good. I had the mix grill and my mother had the whole sea bass. We had the Turkish pizza as an app (too much). The service was really good too from the moment we stepped through the door until we left, they were kind and created an amazing ambiance. Wish they were near me :(

Absolutely incredible experience at Istanbul Mediterranean Grill & Market! From the moment we…read morewalked in, we were treated like family. The customer service was genuinely some of the best we've ever experienced it was warm, welcoming, and so hospitable. The bread was phenomenal and worth the visit all on its own! We ordered two İnegöl Köfte plates to split between two adults and one child, and honestly, one plate would have been plenty because the portions are so generous. The köfte was perfectly cooked and seasoned, the rice was absolutely delicious, and the fresh salad was the perfect complement. I also ordered a side of chicken just to try it, and it was equally flavorful, tender, and cooked to perfection. For drinks, we tried the Turkish pear soda and the orange soda. Both were delicious, but the pear was my favorite and is a must-try! If you're looking for authentic, flavorful Turkish food with generous portions and outstanding hospitality, this is the place. We will definitely be back!

all the meats in the fridge looks so old and moldy Next to…read moreit was red peppers with mold Chicken wings are half cooked and sitting in the fridge looks terrible Fishes in the fridge look like thy have worms bad colors of fish I tried the mix wrap one of the worst !!!wrong place to go to And if you pick up products and go pay in the check out thy will change prices And service its not that high quality

I'm a huge lover of Mediterranean food, so I was very surprised to have never stumbled across by…read moreByblos before! A very cute space close to Bayshore and gives all the Mediterranean vibes. Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. In the spirit of expanding our culinary pallet, we ordered two apps that were new to us. The Kebbeh was very good - i'd say similar to a meat hush puppy? Krispy on the outside and flavorful on the inside. The Baba Ganju was different than what I was expecting and not something I personally liked (not any fault to the dish, I'm just a texture person). The chicken shawarma and gyro platter (it's a platter at dinner) were FANTASTIC! Seriously, so much flavor, fresh, the meat was not overly cooked. Everything tasted very fresh and we seriously had no complaints!! We also ordered a side of Batata, which are sort of crispy potato cubes with chili flakes + garlic - so good! I will say when we got there, there was a mishap and we waited over 20 minutes to be greeted and introduced to our server after we sat down. Once our server realized we were in her section, the rest of our service was amazing! I think that was just a one off fluke, and I would not let it negatively impact my experience.

Tried out Byblos since the change in ownership, and love the changes! The added vegetarian options…read morewere great! The place is much cleaner and more modern now. Also great prices as well for lunch. Loved the hot sauce they gave as well! Service was fast and friendly. Would definitely recommend.

This was my first time checking out Dio and it honestly reminded me of Miami after 10. They had…read moredancers outside and the whole vibe was incredible and so fun. Everyone was super nice and it just felt like such a lively spot. Our table got a bunch of apps to share along with a couple entrees and all of the food was fantastic. The sangria was also incredible and definitely a standout. The only downside was that the service felt a little slow, so in between ordering drinks it felt like a long time. I did not mind too much though because the overall experience was still really fun. Definitely a place I would go back to!

Although this restaurant has been open for 7+ years and I'm a regular in downtown Tampa, tonight…read morewas my first visit. I debated between 3 and 4 stars, but I'm going with 3. We had a 6:30 PM reservation and the restaurant was fairly empty (about 4-5 tables occupied), yet we were seated at a very small two-top directly next to another couple where we could clearly hear each other's conversations. Several larger tables nearby remained empty the entire evening. When I asked about moving, we were told the tables were reserved and we'd need to leave by 8:30 PM ~ yet we stayed until 9:40 PM and those tables were never used... Service started off slow. No one greeted us for about 20 minutes until we waved someone over. When our server, Briana, arrived, she asked if we had been helped, which made it seem like there was a lack of communication between the host staff and servers. Food was okay: the branzino with grilled vegetables was very good, but the octopus was extremely tough and chewy. My plate was also chipped on both the left and right sides, which was surprising considering how expensive the dinner was. Drinks were fine, just a bit too sweet. What really caught me off guard was the automatic 20% gratuity added to a two-top. The most expensive restaurants in Tampa don't even do it and this is not Miami. Overall, not a terrible experience ~ but not one that makes me eager to return.

Went here for a friend's birthday. This restaurant has a Mediterranean flair and it was absolutely…read morestunning inside and out we opted for the outdoor seating. The weather was great, so it was nice to be sitting outside and enjoying each other's company. Our server Frankie was super nice and explained every cocktail with detail as well as the entrées. He shared some of the popular entrées as well as his favorite. I had the limoncello martini, which was absolutely delicious. The lemon and vanilla had the perfect pairing flavor that made for a refreshing drink. And then I had the chicken Milanese for an entree. The chicken was nice and crispy and the flavors were just well put together. The highlight of the dish with the tahini sauce, which was a nice twist. At the end of the dinner, he surprised our friend with olive oil cake, which was so delicious. Recently, I have tried olive cake and it has definitely been a nice different treat instead of the usual dessert offerings. Would love to return soon when visiting Tampa again!

Tried Predalina for the first time and wasn't sure what to expect, but I was pleasantly surprised…read more First off, the remodel is absolutely stunning. The lighting, décor, and green accent colors create such an elevated atmosphere while still feeling inviting. We started with the fries and hummus. The aioli served with the fries was delicious and definitely the highlight of the appetizers. The hummus wasn't bad, but I've had better. For my entrée, I ordered the salmon, which came with toasted orzo, tomato, spinach, olives, feta, pine nuts, and tzatziki. The portion size was generous, and the orzo was packed with creamy flavor without feeling too heavy. The tzatziki added a nice freshness to the dish. My only complaint was that the overall dish was just a little saltier than I would have preferred. Lastly, our server, Mariela, was fantastic. She handled our party of 10 incredibly well and was warm, friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu. Overall, I was very pleased with our dining experience and am looking forward to coming back!

The food was delicious! We came across Rosenheim while walking around Ybor and we're so glad we…read morestopped in. We ordered the grilled meat platter, and everything was cooked perfectly. The meat was tender and juicy, the hummus was some of the best I've had, and the tabbouleh was the star of the meal--fresh, bright, and full of flavor. The service was a little slow, but the food was definitely worth the wait.

I drive by so many times that I finally had the time to stop in and try it out. My husband and I…read morewent for lunch, arriving a few minutes after they opened, we were the only ones there. Our server was attentive and answered all our questions. There were so many great options to choose from on the menu. Since it was our first time, we decided to try the mixed grill -- plenty of food for two people. The lamb kebab was delicious, the chicken was tender and perfectly cooked, and the beef was flavorful and well seasoned; a little more cooked than I like, still juicy. The rice was amazing! My husband enjoyed the French fries, and the garlic sauce was out of this world. The hummus was very good, so creamy. The restaurant stayed empty until we left. The outdoor space is super cute, too hot today to sit outside. For the price, the indoor decor could use a little care -- the table numbers are cracked, the two-top was crowded with the number holder, plant and candle. We had to move them aside before the food came. Given how large the portions are, one more dish and we'd have run out of room. For a place open until 2:00AM with hookah smoking, I was pleasantly surprised there was no smell at all. We will definitely be back to try more items on the menu.

5-star update for one of my favorite Tampa restaurants! Psomi is a must-go for breakfast/brunch…read moreevery time I'm in town. I most recently took my sister here for the first time while we were visiting for a concert and she loved it, too! We started with iced baklava lattes and the greek donuts (loukoumades) drizzled with honey and this was actually my first time have these here. They're served hot and fresh -- absolutely delicious! When I want something light for breakfast, my go-to is the Everything but the Bagel yogurt bowl (house cured wild caught salmon, cucumber, pickled red onion, tomato, crispy capers, & everything seasoning). It's such a fresh gorgeous bowl, packed with protein. I also love their extra thick cut bacon on the side. My sis got the strapatsada which is a breakfast classic on their menu (greek scramble with caramelized onion, roasted cherry tomato, creamy feta, & grilled baguette). It's a very generous portion and she had a good amount leftover to take home. Of course, you can't leave without a few pastries for the road! They are a bakery-first concept and all of their breads and baked goods are made in-house. We got the baklava coffee cake and brioche bread pudding muffin to-go. Psomi never disappoints!

I've heard great things about this place from the locals and after trying it, I absolutely see why!…read moreThe ambiance is lovely, with plenty of seating inside and outside. The service was also great. What I especially love about this place is how they go the extra mile to produce quality food. They bake all their things in house, don't use seed oils, everything is grass-fed, amongst other things. We ordered the bacon eggs Benedict, the Favosalata, and French toast. All were very good. I plan to come back here again!!