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    3.8 (46 reviews)
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    Maria Gabriela M.

    I was looking for a place to grab a coffee and this Venezuelan bakery showed up. I think I was here before I didn't like the empanadas for some reason however this time the service was super friendly and everything looked amazing. I got a café con leche, which was really good and a cachito de jamón. I'm Venezuelan, and I have to say it tasted just like the ones back home! Overall, I really liked it. The place looks fine nothing fancy and will definitely be back to try more.

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    Juan A P.

    New establishment to the community really beautiful large location with great service fresh made juice and amazing breakfast lunch and dinner foods available!

    Tequeños

    I found this place online when we came to visit Tampa and boy I'm glad I did...!!!!! Delicious food and great services.. a good representation of Venezuelan food, the carne de res soup is amazing!! The tequeños, Venezuelan Empanadas, Arepas and El Pabellon were all on point but the surprise was when we realized they have Golfeados and let me tell you they are like the Golfeados y remember from my childhood soooooooo delicious and soft very fresh!! This place is a must try for sure !!

    Chicken empanada
    Alan W.

    Panitas is a piece of Venezuela. Inside, everything is in Spanish. The bakery displays & menu boards tempted me to want to try everything. The waitress was kind & humored my English. I ordered a shredded beef empanada, a shredded chicken empanada, & a guanabana drink. The empanadas were piping hot & full of deliciousness. The meats were seasoned subtly with a couple of spices & couldn't have tasted better. My guanabana drink was made from a tropical fruit called soursop. It tasted like oranges, strawberries, & citric acid, lol. I am greatly looking to return soon & try their arepas & breakfast plates.

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    Regina M.

    I've always driven past Panitas and wanted to try this place. We walked here for lunch after pickleball today. We were seated right away and given menus to order from, everything sounds delicious here, it was really hard for us to choose what we wanted to try. For our entrees, we tried their yucca fries and two Cachapa Pernil y Queso. We loved what we ordered, they were made fresh and so delicious. The cachapa is a corn pancake stuffed with cheese, onion, and pulled pork. It was sooo good. I've never had something like it. The yucca fries were delicious and came with two dipping sauces. Our friends tried two of their Arepas and loved them. We were eyeing their desserts the entire time we ate our lunch and knew we had to try some. We tried their Cuatro Leche cake which was recommended by our waitress, it was delicious. We also tried a dessert that was flan on top of cake, so good. The decor is simple, you can tell their priority is good food. It has ample seating and parking for customers. The food did take a little bit of time to come out but it was worth the wait. All the food here was so unique and flavorful. You can tell they really care about their food. The wait staff was super friendly, and everything was made to order and fresh. Panitas is a hidden gem and we WILL be back to try everything else on their menu.

    The food was really good. I felt like I was back at Venezuela with both the food and the music. The serves were both kind and polite.

    Cachapa Queso Guayanes
    Ydalis G.

    I am hoping that my feedback can help this business to become a better restaurant. I begin saying that I am Venezuelan, I know this type of food well. We ordered a chicken soup, beef soup, a cachito and a cachapa with guayanese cheese. For the soup I suggest using fresh vegetables, the corn in the soup tasted like it had been frozen, like the bags of frozen vegetables that you can find in a Latin market. The cachapa had a lot of butter that didn't taste good, the consistency was very cakey, and it was far from the original cachapa dish. The cheese helped it. The cachito was dry. We left this restaurant disappointed and sad at the same time, we want to support our local Venezuelan entrepreneurs that take the initiative to open a place like this, but I can't recommend it. I hope others have a better experience.

    Maracuya juice
    Michelle H.

    Very authentic Venezuelan bakery. I had an empanada and a tequeño but the star of the show was the passion fruit juice. The juice seems to be homemade and is so delicious. The server was really kind and there was a good selection of pastries and desserts! Don't forget to try the hot sauce too.

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    Jaime P.

    Es un lugar tranquilo y limpio la locacion de Hanley RD en town and country , pero caro con respecto a los similares , las empanadas y jugos por encima del precio regular de otros en la zona , recomiendo visitar otras opciones dinde puede disfrutar lo mismo a menor precio , en cualquier lugar una empanada no pasa de 3 dolares en este sitio cuesta mas de 4 , el jugo con poca azucar , los dedos de queso demoraron mas de 15 min en servir

    Lynn A.

    Ya'all- don't sleep on this place it is the bomb! I am literally shook that it does not have five stars. My husband, son and I just left this sweet little cafe. The cafe con leche was delicioussss! I had the criollo de pollo and it was such a large portion, I shared with my boys. It was delicious, hot, fresh and perfect! My husband and son had the arepa pabellón and it was literally mouth watering. The service was fabulous and we will 100 percent return for pastries another day. This is indeed a hidden gem- perfect!

    Nicolette B.

    This was such a find! Hole in the wall type of place. Super authentic and pretty busy. The service was good and mostly spoke Spanish. The food was amazing!! I ordered the egg sandwich and the criollo de carne. The tequeño wasn't as good but I'd let it slide for the freshly squeezed juices.

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    fantastic and will be back with son to try more pastries. Friendly and helpful. Easy to get in and out.

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    Delicious arepas, empanadas, pastries and coffee! Great for breakfast or lunch! Great service!

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    The worst steak Mo flavor and tough poor quality food . There's too many other good restaurants in Tampa to go to

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    Bakery 1908 - Sweet buns heaven!

    Bakery 1908

    4.2(270 reviews)
    7.9 mi•USF
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    My husband and I absolutely loved Bakery 1908! It's such a fun experience from the minute you walk…read morein. You grab a tray and a pair of tongs and make your way through the bakery, with separate glass display cases for the sweet and savory pastries. You just pick whatever looks good -- which is dangerous because everything looks good! First of all, the prices are fantastic. Most of the buns are under $4. My absolute favorite was the ham and cheese bun. The bun is slightly sweet and the ham and cheese are savory, and the combination is SO good. The blueberry bun was another favorite -- it almost had a blueberry cheesecake flavor. We also tried the curry bun, which was delicious. We ordered several of the hot items too. The har gow (shrimp dumplings) were outstanding. They have a delicate steamed wrapper filled with plump, juicy shrimp, and these were honestly some of the best I've ever had. I've eaten in multiple restaurants in Chinatown in both Los Angeles and San Francisco, so that's saying a lot! The Shanghai dumplings, which are little soup dumplings filled with meat and broth, were also delicious. We also tried the steamed pork ribs. The flavor was very good, but steamed pork has a different appearance and there were some fatty pieces. I'm glad we tried them, but they're probably the one thing I wouldn't order again. Another huge plus was the pricing on the hot food -- every hot entrée we looked at was under $10. Between the two of us, we ordered seven different things, couldn't even finish everything, and our entire check was only $46. Great quality, great variety, and an incredible value. I will definitely be back. I was going to say I wish there were one closer to us...but maybe it's a good thing there isn't, because I would probably eat those ham and cheese buns every day! Five stars!

    Extremely disappointing customer service, especially from the manager…read more I placed an order for two milk tea drinks at 1:24 PM. While waiting, I watched another customer receive her drinks even though I was already ahead of her by approximately four customers in line. At 1:32 PM, I approached the gentleman at the counter to ask about my order. He did not greet me or acknowledge me. He looked at my receipt, looked at his watch, and dismissively said, "It's not even 10 minutes." He then asked me, "What do you want to do?" When I asked what he meant, he told me I could either wait or get my money back. He checked in the back and came back telling me it would be another five minutes. I agreed to wait. Five minutes later, instead of simply addressing the delay or apologizing, he told me I could grab a bun while I waited. I explained that I already had a bun and that, considering the inconvenience and the way the situation was handled, I felt a discount would have been an appropriate gesture. Instead, he offered to refund my money and gave me another receipt without the drinks. The most disappointing part was Norman, the manager. At no point did he apologize, acknowledge the inconvenience, or make any genuine effort to resolve the situation professionally. As a manager, I expected him to step in, listen to the customer, and demonstrate some level of courtesy and accountability. Instead, his attitude left me with the very clear impression that he simply did not care whether he had my business or not. I completely understand that a bakery can get busy and that orders can sometimes take longer than expected. The issue wasn't simply the wait--it was the attitude and the complete lack of customer service. A simple apology and a professional response could have completely changed the experience. Unfortunately, I left feeling dismissed and unappreciated as a customer. Management should understand that customers remember how they are treated, especially when something goes wrong. I will not be returning, and I hope the owners take this feedback seriously and address how customers are being treated by management.

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    4.4(236 reviews)
    1.3 mi•South Tampa
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    Sucre Table is tucked in a nook Tampa, FL. Owned by the passionate pastry chef, Brenda Villacorta,…read morethe bakery combines her love for baking with a commitment to quality ingredients, creating a unique tasting and visual experience for customers. Sucre Table is known for their array of pastries but also have an amazing cup of coffee, croissants, and macarons. Also, you can order cakes and pies for any occasion. Brenda Villacorta brings a wealth of experience to her bakery, having trained under renowned chefs Jean George and pastry chef Dominique Anse. She previously served as Head Pastry Cook at Le Bernardin. Le Bernardin boasts three Michelin stars and ranks as one of the best dining experiences in the world. Sucre Table is not just for its delicious offerings but also for the passion and dedication that Brenda pours into her craft. Whether you're stopping by for a morning pastry or ordering a custom cake, I would make this a one stop shop for any dessert or pastry..

    Absolutely recommend. 20/10 no notes!!!…read more Tucked into a plaza, I've seen this spot so many times and finally was able to check it out. The inside is a decent size with tables, cute decor and lots of plants. When I first walked in, I was taken back by how beautiful the pastry display cases were!! I had the hardest time choosing which pastry to get because they all looked like works of art!! Super friendly staff, great service but now to get to the goods: the coffee and pasties. This is a true authentic French bakery, no doubt in my mind. The iced salted caramel latte is the best I have EVER had. I could taste every flavor and it blended with the coffee perfectly. The ham and cheese croissant was so flakey, the perfect ham ratio and just all around fantastic. The pastry I got had raspberry jam and white chocolate ganache (I don't remember the name of it) and it was seriously the best pastry I've ever had. Most pastries can be too sweet, but this was just right. The jam tasted fresh and homemade (probably is!) and the white chocolate ganache gave it just a touch of sweetness. It is a little pricey so be warned: $48 for two coffees and two pastries. Definitely worth a splurge!!

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    State Flour Bakery - Butterscotch crème-brûlée

    State Flour Bakery

    4.8(86 reviews)
    4.9 mi•Interbay
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    Been here twice. The owner is the sweetest- no matter the hour. First time I was there when she…read morefirst opened up in the morning and lastly, right around noon. I ordered this time two croissant, they weren't quite filled and she asked if i still wanted them and filled the on the spot for me. She switches up pastries and flavors, sometimes going with the season or holiday coming up. The irish crème brûlée (i believe it was for st patty's was amazing) from my first visit a while back. The pumpkin spice is so delicious. She has some that stay around like the NY coffee cake and the Kouign-amann were there both visits. Parking is probably the only con but it's not too bad, just maybe crowded around lunch because of the other foo businesses there. She has a massive star wars collection. The pastries have a cool display when you walk in with the names written on the glass.

    I've been wanting to come here ever since I started seeing it all over Instagram, and it definitely…read morelived up to the hype! The croissants are not your average-sized croissants--they're huge and come in so many unique flavors. I came specifically for the pistachio, but I also had to try the crème brûlée and the famous almond, which seems to be one of their best sellers. The regular croissants are around $6, while the specialty ones are closer to $10. It may seem a little pricey, but honestly, each one is almost like eating 2 1/2 regular croissants! I also love that they're sourdough-based, which gives them a slightly different texture with a nice chewiness that I really enjoyed. Everything I tried was delicious, and I'll definitely be back to try more of the flavors!

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    Alessi Bakeries Food Market - Alessi Classic Pressed Cuban

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    3.9(449 reviews)
    0.6 mi•West Tampa
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    If it was just the bakery, I would give it 5 stars!…read more Very nice location, definitely immediately impressed when you walk in. I ordered the Cuban sandwich $15, a small canoli $3, a small cupcake $3, pineapple muffin $3.95, tres leches $3.95, and a specialty cake big enough for 21 people $45. Bakery items were fairly priced, and were high quality. This bakery knows what they are doing when it comes to this part. Except the tres leche, they don't know what they're doing there. Too dry, needs more of the 3 milks. It's literally supposed to be soaked in that milk concoction. The bakery counter is too tall, so I had to stand on my tippy toes to pay I'm 5' tall. Everyone standing around in no apparent order. There is a ticket system apparently? Once I saw it I grabbed a ticket hoping that would solve the problem. After about 5 minutes I realized they weren't even using it. So other people that were there after me were being taken care of. Then I had to awkwardly make the counter people aware that I needed help. They were very nice though, and prioritized me once they realized. The Cuban sandwich tasted good, but the bread wasn't the best. It was $15 with no sides and it was thin. Yes it's 9", but it's a really narrow 9". I would never order it again. Too expensive, and little value. Kinda mad I spent that much on a little sandwich, but lesson learned! I'm used to a $10 Cuban that is fat and tasty. So yeah, this was a disappointment. Overall I'll be back for the bakery! So many great options, all high quality and nicely put together. Everything else is too expensive and a hard pass.

    I visited Alessi for lunch and was excited to try it. The bakery is large and well organized, with…read moreseparate sections for the bakery, cafe, deli, bar, and pizza counter. I ordered a Cuban sandwich from the deli counter. Unfortunately, it was cold in the center, which made me think it had been made ahead of time and reheated instead of fresh. Overall, the ambiance was great, but at $14, I expected a better sandwich.

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    4.3(256 reviews)
    3.5 mi•Davis Islands
    •$$$

    There's a reason I keep returning to Bake'n Babes. They have some of THE best soft serve here in…read moreTampa AND their Nutella Salted Cookie Babe Shake is to divine. It's vanilla soft serve mixed with chunks of their delicious salted Nutella chocolate chip cookies, topped with more of their salted chocolate chip cookies & a Nutella drizzle. I've tried almost everything on their menu, and this has been my personal favorite to order every time I am there! Think -- a less mixed blizzard with cookie & Nutella globs to eat mainly with a spoon and both a straw for when it begins to melt. The store itself is adorable. Think pink neon lighting, velvet pink couches with fun cookie pillows, and a fun wall for photo opportunities. Recently they also added a super fun Photo Booth outside of their store! They even have a succulent in an ice cream cone shaped pot and a pink street sign on their wall that says "Bake'n Babes". It's all about the little details, and they did a phenomenal job decorating! I love that they have self service touch screens! Usually a staff member is present at the front and helps answer any questions you may have about the menu which is awesome! One recommendation would be to have a button in case you need anyone from the back, and to put the thermostat to be a little less chilly (I'm sure there's a reason for this!). Otherwise perfection!! I have been here probably about 20 times or more, and highly recommend!

    Might be the best salted chocolate chip cookies In the city! It's massive, it's warm, and it is…read moreperfectly salted. The Armature location will always be my favorite with quick service and easily accessible from any of the parking areas. 10/10 recommend!

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