Well, they've earned their rating with good reason!…read more A friend and I went on a bit of an unplanned adventure yesterday as the first place we were going to go to was closed for an event. After driving 30 minutes to that place in Plant City and realizing this, we decided, "why not drive some more?". Josephine's was on my radar due to their great reviews across multiple platforms, so we drove another 20-30 minutes to check it out. We arrived at the unsuspecting strip plaza, walked in to what was just one well lit, cozy strip in the plaza and were immediately greeted by Robby, the owner, who asked us if it was our first time in. We let him know that it was, and he proceeded to educate us on everything they have to offer, from their bar, their sandwiches, pizzas, salads, pastas, grocery and so on... the meatball sandwich was calling my name, along with their pizzas and their pastas - so many choices! I did land on the meatball sandwich and got a bag of chips and a glass of wine while my friend got the Italian salad and a coke. For note, this ran us about $45. It was well worth it. The meatball sandwich was 10" and was stuffed with fully ground beef meatballs, seasoned well and very cheesy - so good. I tasted the salad and it was great as well, with plenty of parmesan cheese to cover up the taste of leaves that I was consuming (I'm not a vegetables guy still). While we were dining at the bar, Robby took a bit more time to tell us how the store came to be, being named after his grandmother who, though she wasn't around to see what he had started, would no doubt be very proud as his/his employee service was excellent and the food was no different. At the end of our experience, Robby took our payment and we explored the store a bit. Robby was kind enough to offer me two of their mini cannolis and my friend a scoop of their salted caramel gelato on the house as a way of saying thank you for coming in; again, EXCELLENT service. Since leaving there yesterday, I have recommended the place to 7 people and will continue recommending it to more people due to their great value, service and delicious food. Huge thanks to Robby and the team at Josephine's for knowing how to do things the right way. I'll definitely be back.

After returning from our honeymoon in Italy, my husband and I were on a mission to find pizza,…read moreItalian subs, and authentic Italian foods that reminded us of our trip. We stumbled upon Josephine's Italian Market, less than 15 minutes from our home, and it has become one of our favorite special-occasion spots. The market itself is such a fun experience. They have a thoughtfully curated selection of imported Italian products, a refrigerated and freezer section with prepared foods to take home, shelves of authentic pantry staples, a small espresso and Italian beverage bar, and a fantastic deli with fresh meats like prosciutto, capicola, and everything you'd hope to find in a true Italian market. One thing that really stood out was how welcoming everyone was. I brought my toddler with me, and instead of feeling like I was trying to juggle shopping while keeping him entertained, the staff genuinely embraced him. They were so kind and engaging that it made the entire visit relaxed and enjoyable. Now for the food... absolutely incredible. Their Hot Honey Pizza is easily one of the best pizzas I've had outside of Italy, and their authentic Italian sub is unquestionably in my top five ever. The chicken cutlets, salads, and other prepared foods have all been consistently outstanding. I also love browsing their selection of authentic Italian wines to take home. Is it more expensive than grabbing pizza or subs from a chain? Absolutely. But the quality, authenticity, and overall experience make it worth it. We don't think of Josephine's as an everyday stop--we think of it as our go-to place for special occasions, family gatherings, or anytime we want to treat ourselves to food that genuinely reminds us of Italy. If you're looking for authentic Italian food, exceptional sandwiches, outstanding pizza, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere, Josephine's Italian Market is absolutely worth the visit. We're so grateful to have a place like this so close to home!

We've been to Jerusalem Grill probably four times by now. Enough, that the staff already recognized…read moreus this last time . And let's start there. The staff are so friendly and down to earth. Kind people. I love that. The place itself is inviting and feels extremely unique. It was setup and decorated with care. You walk in and you're in a different place. You forget you're in a shopping center and that this is a storefront restaurant. The mint tea lemonade drink they serve...? DO NOT think twice about trying it. I'm not usually one for minty stuff, but this drink is absolutely phenomenal. What about the food, you ask...? Well, this is officially my place in all of Tampa Bay to eat Mediterranean food. And I've tried many that are absolutely delicious. But Jerusalem beats them all out. The meats are truly, expertly cooked, with flavors that give you that food high that leaves you feeling amazing after the meal. But then the sides are equally impressive. Everything down to their salads is fresh and packed with flavor and nuance. I have not had a bad thing on this menu. It's all been amazing. Oh... try their baklava. Not usually big on desserts, but I'll get that again for certain.

Delicious Mediterranean food right here in Brandon - including fresh falafel, which is hard to come…read moreby! We ordered the Sampler so we could try a little bit of the basics on our first time visit. The sampler included hummus, baba ghanouj, falafel and pita - the baba ghanouj was the stand out. Pure deliciousness - just the right amount of garlic. :) We also enjoyed the lentil soup too - the owner came by our table to check in with us and was super excited for us to try it as she let us know she adds cilantro as her special touch. Can't wait to come back and try more delicious Middle Eastern fare at this locally-owned, family-run business.

It was my first time in this establishment and wanted to give it a try…read more I purchased a sandwich for both myself and my son. He tends to get more vegan where I like meat I opted to get mine to go because I needed to return home, but upon returning to the house, my sandwich was not correct and my son sandwich he should've stuck with banana peppers and he got the really hot cherry peppers by mistake. He was not able to eat his sandwich. We both were disappointed that there were no mushrooms that day, but the staff was nice and they were willing to refund the money for my sandwich or give me another one. I will give them another shot from the service alone from that standpoint, and I hope to make it five stars someday.

I am usually a fan of the small mom and pop shops but this one just didn't hit for me. The prices…read moreare high, which I'm more than willing to pay as long as the quality matches up. This however wasn't the case. The Italian beef was cold, the meat the bread. Both cold. The picture shows a sautéed browned beef sandwich which from many Chicago places I've eaten. They didn't match that same energy so it's a no for me. The grilled cheese was simple no complaints and they made the cannoli dip from scratch and seemingly looks good.

I had been eyeing this spot for a while. After a great Spin class, we popped in for breakfast. It…read morewasn't busy after ten AM on Saturday and service was quick and friendly. I really enjoyed the potatoes. I often prefer my own homemade omelettes but this place did not disappoint me.

Great breakfast spot with something for everyone and a rotating specials menu to keep things fresh…read more We stopped in after a busy morning picking blueberries and hiking, so needless to say, we were hungry! But he definitely didn't stay that way. I had the Triple 222 with scrambled eggs, pancakes, and sausage which was excellent. Highly recommend the sausages which were really good. Service was quick and friendly even on a busy morning.

I've been coming to this shop almost every freak'n day since they opened and there's a very good…read morereason! The food is superb and the speed in service is even better. You might have to wait a few seconds to get that perfectly toasted sub, but it's worth it! I have to say the best part to me is I can go to the app and in just a few clicks it's done. My order is always waiting for me when I get there. Definitely my favorite place to lunch!

The food was very good. The pot pie soup excellent. I ordered through DoorDash and it came hot and…read morequick.

Went there today and got s OG philly cheesesteak and was surprised that my meal included free…read morefries (thanks free fry friday!). The cheesesteak had a lot of meat, seasoned well, and the fries were hot and good! Full Tilt is food truck by the gas station, so bring some outdoor chairs and a small table and you can bring in a nice ambience or go across the street to the playground and eat there. The guy who cooked the food was really nice and i will say, coming from the Northeast , the hoagie half was very good. Drunkin Noodle: get some fruit juices up in there and you geechie but yeah these jawns best in Tampa urreaa

Didn't think I'd be doing a YELP! review on a food truck, but yes…read more Wife were out a plant and outdoor festival with music and vendors. We were there to see what kind of plants were for purchase, not getting a great sandwich. While walking the rows of booths we were getting hungry, I did see somewhere they were selling Philly cheese steaks, I dismissed it like really a Philly from a food truck and calling it a Philly also. But as I was walking the isles I caught a view of one of those cheese steaks and wow...I could see it was prepared with a proper Amoroso roll too. Okay, I got to check this joint out and glad we did. We ordered a large to split with fries. Perhaps one of the best in the area. Roll was fresh and steak done just right with cheese and onions. I will tell you this, if your ever at an event and see this truck, make it a point to stop and try it out. If you never had a cheese steak from Philly, this will be as close as your gonna get. Peace.

Let's talk about pot belly because we all need to know where the best sandwich is…read more I ordered the wreck Thoughts ? It's solid not the best I've had but it will suffice for a sandwich fix , the ingredients were fresh but my bread could've been toasted a bit more. There's just a little something missing Thanks for reading folks !!

If you haven't tried Potbelly, you are missing out on very good subs. This location has been a go…read moreto of mine when in the area as I can dine in or go through drive through. You can order ahead with the app, which by scanning you QR code anytime you pay builds points towards rewards for free food. Inside is clean, with a walk through order line where you watch them make your sandwich. The selection of condiments is great too with all the usuals, plus avocado, red peppers, spicy pepper relish () and more! I had the chicken club sandwich that has chicken, bacon and cheddar and it was awesome, especially with my addition of mayo, red peppers, onions, avocado and spicy mustard. The bread is fresh and toasted using the type of roll through toaster that some may remember Quiznos used to use. With the addition of a bag of any of the chip selection, or a side of chili (also extremely good) and you are bound to leave with a potbelly! Give them a try. You won't be disappointed with all the choices. I have tried nearly everything and have never been let down.

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.