Some of the best arepas in the Tampa area here's why. First the arepa have just the right amount…read moreof salt , the one with pork mixed into the flour was exceptional. Even though there was no meat filling the cheese inside with the sauce was chefs kiss. The shredded beef and and chicken salad arepa to be fair , I don't think the mix is necessary , the shredded beef itself something like ropa vieja was so well seasoned , probably the best shredded beef I've had. The chicken salad kind of contradicted the aromas of the beef but everything was incredibly fresh . Highly recommended

The arepas are delicious! I cannot wait to try the empanadas. Super cute location with other…read morevendors.

My two favorites are the jerk chicken and this one featured: Paisa, which has shredded beef,…read moresausage, two types of Venezuelan cheese, rice beans a fried egg and sweet plantain and avocado. IT WAS SO FREAKING GOOD! I ate inside. You can look at the menu, order, pay and then be brought your food. It's a tiny place with like five or six tables and one covered table outside. I don't care if you eat it in your car, there are other spots that attempt selling stuffed arepas and I swear on God, this is THE BEST. I have been coming here for well over a decade. You will not be disappointed. I love this place, thank you for this St. Pete gift.

Still such amazing place. I love their fresh juices and delicious arepas! Their sauces are the…read moreperfect complement! The portion sizes are amazing to I love being able to take home enough for another snack! The owner or manager is so friendly and helpful too!

I don't know how this place has the star rating and reviews it does, but this doesn't even deserve…read more1 star. The food is absolutely TERRIBLE. If you are looking for authentic Mexican food do NOT go here. This is honestly worse than having Taco Bell. We tried a couple things and none of it was worth the money. The carne asada, al pastor and chicken all were SO bad. The salsa wasn't good or the horchata. Don't be fooled by these reviews like we were and trust this one. Whoever's tried this and left a good review clearly has never had real Mexican food.

Tried the tacos and so did the wife, chorizo had no flavor the wife's tacos had half fat and non…read moreedible. Show the waitress the fat and she pretended not to understand. Won't be going here again

The owner was so nice , and the food I felt like I was in PR. We ate fried chicken chunks with rice…read morewith gandules and a crab alculppuria!! This is a hidden Gem, you need to try the food it was delicious made with love!

I was craving authentic Puerto Rican food and I'm ecstatic I found this place, because it's a…read morestaple for me now. Every thing I ate here was phenomenal. The proof? It's a day later and I'm still thinking about this food! Wow, what an absolute GEM. The tres palmas mofongo was so moist and flavorful (looooved the garlic cream sauce, which they give in abundance) and a notable portion size which was refreshing to see. The shrimp, chicken and steak were all so flavorful with herbaceous undertones. They worked so well together. WOULD RECOMMEND. It was 10/10. The staff was so kind and accommodating! The fried pork main dish was fried HARD but not dry. Just lots of crunch and flavor. The sauce it came with was perfect for dipping though. The beans were delicious and went perfectly with the fluffy white rice. The cute little outside area was perfect to sit and eat during a beautiful day. It's rare that you find a Puerto Rican restaurant this authentic off the island. I felt transported. Will 100% be back!

Visited at 2 pm on Thursday. There was only one other person in there. Service was quick. Staff was…read morefriendly. Ample parking in the lot. Indoor seating available. No outdoor seating. Next to barbershop in plaza with Amped Fitness. You can order online, on the phone, or in person. Tap to pay available. Camera recording at door. Menu is comprised of empanadas, desserts, salads, soups and sides. They also cater!

Truly the best empanadas on the planet! Perfectly cooked dough that is flaky with nice crunchy…read moreedges and completely filled inside! These aren't your run of the mill empanadas, they're simply the best! Super casual atmosphere where every order is made to order, not waiting under a heat lamp like those "hot n ready" brands. Pricing is super affordable and they also offer Cuban sandwiches, soups, salads and even dessert empanadas which are nothing short of spectacular! I'm seriously considering a franchise opportunity back home if Mr. Empanada is willing to branch out that far

Foodie hall is one of st Pete's hidden gems , all the restaurants are exceptional! Apululu is no…read moreexception, this chicken was cooked to perfection, tender, and the sides were on point. So so good

They make the best Cuban bbq I have ever tasted. The chef came out to talk us through the…read morevariations on Cuban bbq and had us convinced it is superior to all other bbq. Great location right on the Pinellas trail so you can bike here. Bright Open air concept at foodie labs.

Four years ago one of my daughters was married in Fla. and they catered with a food truck that I'm…read morealmost certain was this one. It was the best. They came up with a theme and a special menu to reflect it. Everything tasted great and they had enough to cover the event without leaving anyone to want. I remember a lot of seafood dishes and soups. The staff was extremely serious and professional. A well structured event that went off seamlessly. I'm having trouble finding them. It is well worth trying if you can. 12/25

Gulf Cart is a interesting food truck. They have try many different ethnic sauces on typical…read moreAmerican food. I really don't know how to describe them what type of cuisine. But they ha creole, Cajun, Vietnamese, Korean, Cuban, and more. We saw this food truck on brewery. But you can track them at face book. The menu of the serving at the day I visit has Viet Cajun Crawfish. This first time I hear Viet style. They also serve Texas styles smoke pork with Korean BBQ sauce. We got the Mississippi Mekong poboy. I have ask them for half oyster and half shrimp. The coating of the shrimp and oyster is in Cajun spice. It was tossed on th garlic chili sauce. Shrimp and oyster are in good size. It was good poboy.

Alpa Peruvian Cuisine Restaurant 1572 Central Ave…read moreSt Petersburg, FL @alpa_peruvian_cuisine Has the pleasure in visiting Alpa Peruvian Cuisine in St Pete and was pleased with the visit. Located inside the Edge Eatery, Alpa makes sure that every plate they do reflects their love for Peruvian cuisine and traditional recipes. Come by and visit them and see how their food feels like home full of heart, culture, and bold flavor. What we had: 1) Arroz Chaufa 2)Leche de Tigre 3) Ceviche Mixto 4) Dessert Treat Cake 5) Inka Cola

My husband and I had the best date night at Alpa's! The food and service was top tier! Great…read morelocation in St Pete as well. The food was so well seasoned and just gave us a great sense of comfort. Definitely going back!