I would give this 1,000 stars if I could. Finally a restaurant that is not a chain in Brandon!…read more The most attentive staff, the owner was awesome, and the place is quaint and clean! But let me tell you about the food! Oh mygahhhhhhhhhhh! I had the Monica sandwich, my friend had The piggy sandwich, we mentioned we love meatballs, but hmmm, how are they? and the sweet waitress said how amazing they are just try one & the owner insisted we not share one and brought out two... I WILL be having that meatball sub soon! Yummmm! Then Robby (I believe that's his name), the owner, got sneaky and brought us both a mini cannoli! Holy cannoli! How can a cannoli be crunchy and creamy and light at the same time? idk but it was! This place also has items you can buy all from Italy! Pastas, sauces, etc. the coffee, beer and wine bar looked enticing too. But since I was on my business lunch break I had to pass. But... i will be taking the hubby and/or family there for dinner. They have pasta dishes that I know I Neeeed In my life! They had gelato toooo! I gotta go back! Soon!

Stopped by here on a whim about a month ago after kicking around the Brandon Mall on afternoon…read more Wanted a good sandwich. I was AMAZED and had to revisit. Had the Italian the first time. Bomb! Drive down for a 2nd go - I live about 30 minutes north of Brandon - totally worth the drive. Thought tonight, I'll get Luca Brasi. Jeeez Louise - SO GOOD. That horseradish hits on another level! Employees are super welcoming and helpful. Chill, hole-in-the-wall, locals-vibe with authentic Italian decor. Will def make the drive again. Skip all the other Brandon crappy chains. This is THE SPOT.

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.

worth the wait! amazing - i had a single chicken ceasar cutlet and we did the 2 slices and a drink…read moreand pasta with meatballs for the kiddos. i would definitely go here again next time we are in town. i was expecting a quiet counter deli but it was slammed and now i know why! with so many dessert options it was hard to choose but our daughter had a mango ice cream with toppings and our son had the tampa mix up. seating can be crowded you may have to wait for an indoor table. if i lived nearby i would do takeout but we ended up getting a seat before our food was ready.

I've been a loyal customer of Frankie's Deli since they opened. I typically order the chicken salad…read moreor a sandwich, and I also place large catering orders for my customers because they genuinely enjoy the food. Unfortunately, after my most recent experience, I won't be returning. I stopped in around 3:00 p.m. and was happy to see it wasn't busy. I went to the deli counter, waited for someone to serve me, ordered my chicken salad, grabbed a soda and chips, and headed to the open register. As I walked up, the cashier called another customer over ahead of me. I waited while he spent several minutes deciding whether to pay cash or by card because of the 4% card fee. I continued standing there with my three items, to the point that I actually set them down and debated walking out. Then, instead of helping me, the cashier motioned for an entire family to come to the registereven though I had been standing there waiting before they arrived. After that, she waved over another customer, and I had to wait while a mother and her two teenagers decided which desserts they wanted. Again, I stood there patiently. When it was finally my turn, there was no greeting, no "thank you for waiting," nothing. The first thing I was asked was, "Do you have a pickup order?" I said no. She then motioned for my chicken salad container, saying she needed it. I placed it on the scale and set my other items on the counter. The cashier then asked, "Are you okay?" I simply shook my head because, honestly, I wasn't. Instead of recognizing why I was frustrated, she continued talking, making comments, and escalating the interaction rather than simply ringing me up. At that point, I asked, "Do you want to argue? Do you want me to go back and forth with you?" I then asked who the manager was. She pointed to a woman beside her, who identified herself as the owner. I asked if she could ring me up instead. Even then, the cashier continued making comments. It was only after she continued engaging me that my voice became louder in response. Rather than addressing the repeated comments from her employee or asking what had happened, the owner immediately said, "Do not raise your voice at my employee." That response was disappointing. There was no concern for the customer experience, no apology for repeatedly being skipped in line, and no attempt to resolve the situation. There was also no acknowledgment that the interaction had been escalated by the cashier's continued remarks before I ever raised my voice. The irony is that I have spent a significant amount of money catering from Frankie's Deli over the years because my customers love the food. Good food will bring people in once. Great customer service keeps them coming back. Sadly, this experience ended that relationship for me. There are plenty of places with great food, but respect and customer service matter just as much. One final thought: this is Florida not NY. Hospitality goes a long way. The aggressive, dismissive attitude I experienced isn't what I expect when supporting a local business. I won't be back.

The service was a bit slow. The place is very clean and inviting. My wife rated her brisket as a 2…read more She's not fond of chopped brisket because it's often a bit dry. That was the case today. I rated my bacon jam burger as a 3. They provided a lot of meat. It was smoked well, but the burger was dry. The fries were rather decent. I see a lot of potential but unfortunately, today was not a good meal day. Their sign was hilarious!

Stopped in on Memorial monday about 8pm. Place was quiet. Nice young waitress took our order. The…read morefood and service was very good. The St Louis ribs were some of the best i've had. They did not need the extra bbq sauce on the table. The mac n cheese & sweet potato fries were very good. The cole slaw is vinegar based and not my type.. The included corn muffin was good. The menu includes other bbq items such as pulled pork, beef brisket, pulled chicken, and smoked turkey. There is a full bar. Portions are generous. Restaurant is large with modern decor. There is outdoor seating.

The food was absolutely amazing and very affordable. The owner always courteous and very friendly…read moretoward us

Was looking for a meal that was comforting and light since I was feeling a little under the…read moreweather, Pita Fresh Express delivered far beyond expectations. This place did not disappoint, and I wholeheartedly recommend it! I ordered the Kafta Kabob Platter, Lentil Soup, and a side of Hummus. The entire meal was incredibly comforting, the kind of food that truly makes you feel better. The Kafta Kabob was perfectly cooked and wonderfully spiced. The food was not heavy or oily, which is exactly what I needed. Everything tasted fresh and clean. The lentil soup was warm, and soothing, and the hummus was creamy and delicious I almost didn't eat rest of my food. Beyond the excellent food, the people working there were incredibly friendly and nice.

PDQ has been our go to spot for Father's Day lunch. They do a special for fathers and it's great…read morebecause we love the food there. We came in and it was actually pretty busy we waited a little to order and was surprised how fast the food came out. We also order one of their new floats which they give you a cup of ice cream and then you fill it at the machine with whatever soda you want. The chicken was fresh and perfectly fried, we tried their teriyaki sauce but to us it was very salty in our opinion but the Korean bbq was good.

Chicken was great, fries were mid. Sauce is interesting and different and it went well with the…read morechicken. Good place for a quick meal.

Skip Starbucks come to Just Love Coffee! The coffee and…read morefood were wonderful. Very unique menu lots of options to try! The service was amazing; Luiz was so helpful and accommodating. A lot of different flavor combinations for the coffees, and a very good menu selection. 10/10 will go back

Just Love Coffee Cafe was such a cute little stop! I came in briefly to get some study time in, and…read moreit ended up being a really nice experience. The inside has a cozy, welcoming vibe that makes it easy to sit down, relax, and get some work done without feeling rushed. I ordered the cinnamon waffle bites, and they were delicious. They were sweet, warm, and the perfect little treat to snack on while studying. I also got the turtle latte, which was really good and had a nice balance of sweetness without being too overpowering. The owner was friendly, which always makes a difference, especially at a local coffee spot. Overall, this was a great quick visit with good coffee, tasty bites, and a nice atmosphere. I would definitely recommend stopping by, whether you're grabbing something quick or looking for a comfortable place to sit for a bit.

Alright y'all, here we go with the official review for Box of Cubans - 10451 Gibsonton Dr…read more First things first -- the customer service? Absolutely loved it The guy at the front was on point the whole time. Even coming in right after the lunch rush, he made sure everything stayed clean and organized while still taking care of customers. That kind of attention to detail does not go unnoticed They were out of the sweet teas (I was hurt a little bit ), but overall the experience was still really good. Now let's get into the food because you already know that's what we're here for The chicken empanadas? Delicious. No complaints. The Cuban sandwich? It was good... but I'm gonna keep it real like I always do. The meat was flavorful, but it could've been more evenly distributed, and it didn't have that crispy bread texture I look for. Overall, it just didn't hit that top-tier level for me. So for this location: 8/10 Still a solid experience, still worth the visit -- but as of right now, the Wesley Chapel location is still holding that 10/10 crown And you already know I'm not done... Valrico, I'm coming next. That's Just How Life Goes... and of course, Just How Food Goes

I made a stop over to box of Cuban just for a quick bite. I ordered a egg and cheese empanada and…read morecon coffee leches. As for the taste of my egg and cheese empanada something was different about it. It did not taste like it used to. But my coffee was still delicious But I feel like I waited almost 20-25 minutes. Not sure if it was just due to a lot of orders but I will say they did have a lot of patrons in the restaurant. Overall ambiance it's appeared to be cleaned and organized and the food was smelling amazing.