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    Mr Special

    4.6 (22 reviews)
    InexpensiveDelis, Cuban, Sandwiches
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    Quiet
    Good for kids

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    Cuban
    Liberty N.

    "I think it was f***ing good" - my boyfriends words! We were only in Tampa for a night but found this whole in the wall and our expectations were exceeded greatly! The coffee is amazing. We can appreciate the hustle of the workers--so busy yet so friendly and efficient! Will come back given the chance.

    Harry D.

    What a dump this place is, old with very little on the shelves. But it's always the dumps where you find a nice surprise. The surprise here is how good the Cuban sandwiches are, places that sell Cuban sandwiches in Tampa are plentiful so I can afford to be picky, the sandwiches here are tasty and worth getting. So don't be afraid to walk in here .

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    7 months ago

    Sandwich is fresh! Owners very kind. Not your fast food chain shenanigans! Great for a pick up not so much eat in.

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    1 year ago

    When I lived in Tampa and worked for the dealership this was my go to spot every morning . The breakfast was amazing

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    3 years ago

    Super friendly, great coffee and awesome breakfast sandwiches... it's a hidden little gem.

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    2 years ago

    Always so nice. Great customer service! Whenever I order a sandwich or cafe it's always excellent!! Good prices and great food!

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    9 years ago

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    14 years ago

    Best Breakfast sandwich ever! period

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    9 years ago

    Worst Cuban sandwich ever. Don't everything you read. Barely any pork and it was deli meat.. very disappointed.

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    This is THE place for a breakfast sandwich, infinitely better than the fast food chains, yours is made to order right before your eyes....

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    Gonzo's Sandwich Shop - Pork Drizzler

    Gonzo's Sandwich Shop

    4.7(267 reviews)
    1.8 miWest Tampa
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    Stumbled upon this gem by accident while visiting Tampa. Was there on a Saturday and it was quiet…read more Only two other patrons. Vibe was very laid back and comforting. We asked the cashier for recommendations and he mentioned the Pork Drizzler and Billy Cheesesteak. We ordered those and a side of fries. I asked for mushrooms on the side for the cheesesteak. Portions are generous so we decided to split both sandwiches. Our favorite was the Billy. The Drizzler was juicy and tasty but the Billy hit it out of the park. The fries were thick and salted just right. I will add that the service here was exceptional. Will definitely be back next time in Tampa!

    The Best Cuban Sandwich…read moreI've Ever Had! How this place doesn't have a line out the door is truly stunning. Let me start off by saying that this hidden gem of a place is so damn good. I'm a foodie, and I make it a point to try new places. My wife dragged me to this place and sweet Jesus thank you for the blessing! The service is great, two guys running the place the day we went, one was the owner. Great story on how it started. The ambiance is chill, they have a tv playing sports, the day I went it was the Olympics and then soccer. Right down the street from Raymond James Stadium on the back street. The place is very comfortable and clean. Try the South Tampa sandwich. Best Cuban you will ever get.

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    Chicago Paulies - Best of both worlds- Italian beef with peppers, Chicago dog

    Chicago Paulies

    4.9(275 reviews)
    2.7 miWest Tampa
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    I've only been to Chicago once, so I am certainly no expert on their local cuisine, but this food…read moretruck situated in a gas station parking lot made the Yelp list of top sandwich spots in the country, so I knew I had to stop by. The first time I came was right after that article, and there were about 50 people in line, so I left. This Saturday I stopped by at around noon, and I was third in line. WARNING: do not be in a rush! Your food is not coming out quickly. Paulie is a sweetheart, but he is a one-man show, and he likes to chat and get to know all his customers. They currently do not carry the full menu they show online, so I went with a Chicago hot dog, and the Italian beef sandwich. Paulie educated me a bit on the sandwich; if I wanted it juicy (with the sauce already on it) or on the side to dip into (yes, please, I'm a dipper), and how spicy I wanted it (more peppers, less peppers). After a nice chat with Paulie about politics, I headed home and dug in. The Chicago hot dog was perfect, although I had to remove the hot peppers. The sandwich was outstanding; the beef so tender, the peppers and onions adding depth, and the roll was so soft-I could only eat half, but the other half heated up nicely for dinner. Can't wait to go back!

    Amazingly authentic and flavorful Chicago food including staples: Chicago dog, Italian beef,…read moreMaxwell Street Polish & crinkle-cut fries. Excellent other choices like a plentiful Pastrami sandwich which can also be made as a Reuben. Friendly service from a real Chicago native & veteran housed in an adjacent building (not a food truck) to a gas station - gives a dive vibe but is great for to-go. This is a lunch only (11a-2p) business 6 days, closed SUN. Very limited outdoor seating and service can be slow because he's mainly a one man show (occasionally has a helper), BUT the deliciousness of the mostly Vienna products are well worth the wait! You can also call ahead for better timed service but that hinges on him not being too busy to answer. Pro Tip food choice: his 'Best of Both Worlds' gets you a Chicago dog & a 5" Italian beef for a sizable discount!

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