Not your typical taco place. The menu is so well thought out. They have some standard dishes you'd expect but it's prepared so much better with fresh ingredients and modifications that really elevate the dish. For example, nachos with chicken where it's grilled tender and flavorful, and not pulled or dry like others. The meats in the tacos are always full of flavor and the right consistency. My very favorite taco is surprisingly the sweet potato one though. It's an explosion of flavor and medley of textures. Service is always wonderful and the bartenders friendly. I love how casual and clean the restaurant is too. read more

Came for the tacos, stayed for the mezcalita! I tried the steak, carnitas and tinga tacos. The steak and carnitas were definitely my favorites, but the tinga just wasn't for me. The desserts was the cherry on top, so delicious! Overall, I had a really good time and would come back to try more from the menu. read more

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I really enjoyed this place. For starters, the elote is a must get! The chips and queso are amazing and the guac was good, I just felt like needed more jalapeños, lime, and salt. For entrées, we got the chicken flautas which were seasoned really nicely and if you're a fan of shredded chicken, you would love these; the picadillo tacos we're extremely flavorful, and I would highly recommend getting; and the ribeye tacos, which were my least favorite of the three because the meat felt a little overcooked and lackluster. I also got a coconut margarita which was really sweet and not too strong so I think It could use some work. Service and the whole vibe of the place were great though, we were in and out and under an hour, and I didn't feel like the prices were too high, considering the quality of what you're getting. Very strong four star for me and I would return and recommend. read more

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Delicious Taco Tuesday today at Streetlight! Tacos were extremely fresh and the tres leche was off the chain Very nice laid back elevated causal ambience- a big fan of the overall vibe of the restaurant. Definitely will be coming back. Our server was attentive and food came out quick. read more

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A couple friends and I wanted to get tacos and I immediately thought of Streetlight Taco from my prior experience. We all ordered tacos and shared guac, salsa, and chips. Everything was amazing!! The server was also very attentive and even brought me a complementary dessert when he found out my birthday recently passed. We sat outside on their patio which was nice and they also have a small area inside to seat. If you're looking for top notch tacos, look no further! read more

Streetlight Taco - Barbacoa tacos - Tacos Near Me - Tampa Bay, Florida

It's a must try! It will become a favorite quickly. Now the ribeye taco with crunchy sweet potatoes and fried jalapeño is amazing. Talking about an elevated taco!! I heard it could be a seasonal option but I hope they make it permanent! Best I have had and I'm Mexican. I'll be back!! read more

We had 2 protein bowls with Chicken and the streetlight sampler which includes guac, queso, and salsa. It was alright overall, but definitely not worth the price point at $22 a bowl and $25 for the sampler. The chicken in the bowl was very oily which was unpleasant. The sauce was also forgotten on both bowls. The guac was good and the salsa was different. If I had to order something from here again, I would just get chips and guac. A good place to try but overall not that great, would recommend Green Lemon over here. Would not return would not recommend. read more

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Though the service is a little slow and the parking lot is tiny, the food was really good! The only thing I thought was overhyped was the sweet potato taco. I love sweet potatoes but this just didn't hit the mark for me. My favorite was the taco Tuesday special taco that had flank steak and chorizo, don't see why it's not a permanent item! The brisket was super flavorful too but a little greasy. The rice and beans had an avocado green goddess dressing which I haven't seen anywhere else and the esquites were also tasty. I loved the grilled onions that were on the lunch tray as well. So much flavor! I would definitely go back to try some of their other menu items. read more

Streetlight Taco - Sweet potato, flank steak, brisket - Tacos Near Me - Tampa Bay, Florida

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Tried for lunch. Small parking but it wasn't crowded at all so we parked easily and service was fast and friendly as well. The place had bar seating indoor seating and nice patio seating as well. Unique vegetarian options. My fav was definitely the seeet potato taco. The food is so pretty and colorful. The house made hot sauce was also soo good! Would definitely recommend. read more

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I went here with my significant other recently. He got a blackberry marg and I got a tequila espresso martini. The drinks were ok but we were really there for the food! I got the two tostadas which were yummy and he got the carne asada tacos. He loved the tacos and could not stop talking about them! He wouldn't even let me taste them lol. So safe to say these are worth it there! The music was a bit loud but overall it was a good experience! read more

Very good, and highly recommend! I was traveling with kids and ordered from here on Uber Eats pretty close to closing time, and everything was perfect. I ordered the brisket tacos, chicken quesadillas, and two chicken bowls. If the food was fresh and perfect via delivery, I can only imagine how good it is if we were to eat-in. Next time I am in town I will be returning! read more

We came in on a Friday night, and they said there was about a 30 minute wait but we could also sit at the bar instead. We opted to sit at the bar, so we sat right away and were immediately greeted by a few different bartenders. They took very good care of us, and the food came out in a reasonable amount of time. We started with the chips and dip trio, and all three dips were delicious! The chips were also fresh, warm, and had a perfect crunch to them. I then split an order of sweet potato tacos and an order of Al pastor tacos, and they both were super flavorful and delicious! The sweet potato ones were very unique and had a flavor profile I hadn't had before, while the Al pastor were a little more traditional and so full of flavor. The corn tortillas are house made and you can definitely tell. My only complaint is that it was very loud inside, so a little difficult to have a conversation, but it was a Friday night and fairly crowded. The noise is definitely worth it for the quality and taste of the food though, especially at such a great price as well! read more

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Streetlight Taco in Tampa more than lives up to the hype, and after eating here it's no wonder they've earned a Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand distinction. Every single bite felt intentional and incredibly well done. The horchata was smooth, lightly sweet, and perfectly spiced, the kind you want to sip slowly so it lasts longer. The taquitos were crisp on the outside, packed with flavor, and impossible to stop eating. Our waitress was awesome and absolutely nailed her recommendations. The grilled zucchini was fresh, smoky, and surprisingly rich, and the brisket taco was tender, savory, and full of deep flavor. She did not steer us wrong. We also tried the elote corn, which was creamy, tangy, and messy in the best way, along with the carne asada and carnitas, both cooked perfectly and bursting with flavor. Everything we tried was delicious, the service was great, and the atmosphere was easy and fun. It's an easy five stars from us. read more

Streetlight Taco - Horchata - Tacos Near Me - Tampa Bay, Florida

Stopped here before our flight out and it was great for an early dinner/late lunch! Our server was great at making recommendations and checking in throughout! For food, we got the fish tacos, shrimp tacos, chicken nachos, and guacamole. The shrimp tacos and chicken nachos were delicious and flavorful (my favorite were the chicken nachos - the chicken was delicious and my niece preferred that chicken to the chicken in the quesadillas). The fish in the fish tacos were massive and heavily battered for my taste. read more

Came here on Taco Tuesday with a friend and sat outside so she could bring her dog. Everything we ordered was delicious, and the service was great. I had the coconut iced tea, we shared the chipotle queso, I ordered the chicken tinga taquitos for dinner, and we finished with the seasonal tres leches cake. Great experience overall. read more

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Tried out some guac, tacos, and elote. It was all good! The tacos are 2 per order and the only thing I didn't like was that you couldn't mix and match. The guac was nice and creamy and the jalapeño gave it a good kick. I really enjoyed the picadillo tacos, but the ribeye was just ok. Will be back! read more

Service was a 1/10 but the food was good. I came for my birthday and was even wearing a button but the server did not acknowledge me or my family when mentioning we were celebrating. The server was not attentive, we ordered drinks and never got asked if we wanted more after finishing our first which we wanted to try more options or came back to check on us. We also never got a refill on water and the food was NEVER removed from our table even with dessert ordered for the bday. We just had a dirty table throughout which is a first for a bib (Michelin Guide) restaurant that I have been to. Dessert was just dropped off and walked away after ordering it 1 minute before. Very dissatisfied with the meal and experience especially because my grandmother came to treat me and this was not worth her money, was really looking forward to celebrating my birthday. read more

Streetlight Taco - Tacos Near Me - Tampa Bay, Florida

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We came in as walk-ins around 6 p.m. yesterday, and before we were even seated, the hostess let us know they had a reservation at 7, so we'd basically need to be done and out by then if we wanted a table. We completely understand reservations come first, but the restaurant wasn't anywhere near full when we arrived, so it was a really off-putting way to start the experience. It didn't feel welcoming at all. Offering us seats at the bar or approaching the conversation differently would've gone a long way. It left us wondering why our experience started that way. Thankfully, our server completely turned things around. He was wonderful, super attentive, gave a great breakdown of the menu, and his recommendations were spot on. The food was mostly really good. The only miss for us was the guacamole, which was severely under-seasoned. The brisket and ribeye tacos were delicious, perfectly seasoned, and super tender. The piña coladas were fantastic and beautifully presented. We finished with the Campfire Sundae, which was really good. The cookie and marshmallow were the best part. Just as an FYI, it was pretty loud and there were a lot of kids when we were there, which wasn't a problem, just something to keep in mind if you're looking for a quieter dinner. Overall, the food and service were really good, but the way we were welcomed left a bad first impression that was hard to shake. I'm not sure we'd come back. read more

Pros: Ambiance is awesome. Very upscale casual, lots of Mexican looking artifacts around. Huge sacks of corn everywhere. It felt very functional. Very authentic. Service was great. The guy checked on us just enough. The food came out promptly. No concerns at all. Food was out of this world. They made chips and salsa feel elevated! Tacos were very niche, but unbelievably delicious. I loved that they had different types of tortillas for different styles. Cons: They were out of one of their non-alcoholic drinks. So that wasn't cool. But everything else about this trip was perfect. Tips: Do not be afraid of the vegetarian tacos. The sweet potato tacos we had were actually better than the brisket ones! Get the chips and dips trio! Those chips were amazing, and each dip was fantastic, too. read more

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We came to Tampa one evening for a concert. We wanted to eat some good Tampa food, so we browsed the Michelin Guide and found this awesome looking taco place. So we loaded up, made the trip, and arrived for a great meal. Ambiance was excellent. Small and cozy, with lots of traditional Mexican decor all around. There was a lovely little bar that overlooks the open kitchen, really making the place feel very spacious. There were also sacks of different colored corn everywhere, imported from Mexico. Very cool. Service was very good, too. A nice fella who was very attentive. Kept our glasses full. And the food came out very promptly, too. No complaints at all about service. I also want to give a nice shoutout to the restaurant for having a nice little non-alcoholic drink menu. They were out of the Chocolate Horchata, but I did enjoy the very delicious Guava Horchata (rice milk, sweetened condensed milk, Mexican vanilla). Onto the food. Man, we really pigged out here. Started off with the Chips & Dips Sampler (guacamole, borracha salsa, queso flameado). Wow. Talk about elevating chips and dips. The chips are hearty and felt homemade. The guac was thicc and chunky, awesome. The Salsa was way beyond that bland free stuff you get elsewhere. And the queso was perfect, too. Don't skip over this app. It was amazing. We went onto the tacos next. First, the Flour Brisket Tacos (crispy cheese, puerco bean, cilantro, onion, almond / pecan salsa macha). Wow! Crispy cheese cooked right into the tortilla, fresh cilantro and onion, and the star of the show, that unbelievable almond/pecan salsa macha. That texture and that nuttiness set off the brisket absolutely perfectly. Then we went a little veggie, to the Sweet Potato Stone Ground Heirloom Corn Tacos (scallion goat cheese, pomegranate, jalapeño, sesame macha glaze). Believe it or not, this one was better than the brisket tacos. Tangy goat, tangy pom, heat from the jala, and that unique dept of the sesame, really made that perfectly cooked sweet potato sing. Wow. I wanted to order more of these. I don't see it on the menu anymore, which I like, because a seasonal/rotating menu is best, I think. But it was a crab and mango tostada with a delicious fruity cream cheese base and the crispiest, most perfect blue corn tortilla you've ever seen in your life. So good. We finished off with the Seasonal Tres Leches Cake (blueberry, mango, elderflower whipped cream, elderberry powder), which was expertly saturated and accompanied by the real fruit, not artificial syrups, which allowed the fruit flavor to be a part of the party, but not overwhelm it. Lovely. Overall, this place was lovely. Ignorant people knock the Michelin Guide, but those people need to get a life. The Guide led me here, and I had one of the best taco meals of my life. read more

Streetlight Taco - Tacos Near Me - Tampa Bay, Florida

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Love love love Streetlight. The avocado Serrano salsa, street corn, and brisket tacos are the absolute best! I've tried their other tacos and nothing beats the brisket ones for me. The service is always great and I love the vibe of sitting at the bar. One of my favorite spots for tacos and margs. read more

certain things were good and certain things were not. For instance the brisket tacos were excellent but then the Elote was not. I asked for it to be off the cob which means the cob is cooke over fire and then shaved off which a knife. However I got canned corn. It is not the same flavor as corn on the cob. I simply ask it to be off the cob because its easier to eat. I asked the server about this and said I would rather have it on the cob if that means its not canned and I think there was some confusion because he literally brought me out the same dish of Elote in a bowl that taste like canned corn. The Guacamole app was very good and also the Shrimp tacos. I think I understand why they don't have a Michelin star now. read more

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Overall this place was great! It's easy to find and they have ample parking around the building. The staff was friendly and helpful even when the restaurant was busy. I enjoyed every food item I got there- we had the guacamole (I wish they included more chips), elote corn, sweet potato taco, brisket taco and carnitas taco. My favorite was the brisket! Packed with flavor and richness and acidity, it is the perfect bite. The most unique was the sweet potato taco; I love the mix of the goat cheese and pomegranate with the sweet potato and jalapeño. I literally couldn't stop eating the elite corn as well (LOL). Next time I will try one of their drinks as well! I'd love to return and try more items. My only reason for giving 4 stars is that I had heard so much hype about this place and I didn't have my socks blown off. I will be back! read more

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I wish the pictures were able to capture how good the food actually looked at the moment. Everything we had ordered were just delicious and made well. What was also not pictured was the shrimp taco and I would say that was my favorite! The shrimp was cooked perfectly and the flavor was divine. I also enjoyed the casual ambiance. This is a definitely must try when in town! read more

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Love this place for tacos! Might be one of my favorite places to go if you are looking for a wide variety of unique taco choices. Servers here were super friendly and very willing to give suggestions and recommendations. Love the classy interior and the laidback vibes. I got the shrimp tacos and elotes. The tacos were on well made flour tortillas that were slightly toasted. Nice rich cream sauce that went very well with plump shrimp. The corn was delicious, with just the right balance of tang from the crema and queso with the sweetness of the corn. Be sure to come early because parking can be tight and hard to find later in the afternoon. Keep up the great work :) read more

Streetlight Taco - Elote :) - Tacos Near Me - Tampa Bay, Florida

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Came back to Streetlight Taco with my mom for a quick lunch. So consistent and delicious! I got the carnitas tacos again this time, made less spicy, and they were perfection. Truly some of my favorite tacos I've ever had. read more

Streetlight Taco - (2pcs) Carnitas - Tacos Near Me - Tampa Bay, Florida

We came early for dinner during the week. Upon entering we saw the restaurant has a nice open ambiance. Once seated we grabbed the menus that are on the table, but they are very small and could be organized better as drinks and food seem out of place, but not a big deal. We went with trying some of their different tacos which come with 2 per order. Sides cost extra, so basically the price is just 2 tacos the size of your palm of the hand. My son ordered two orders since they are not very big at all. We got our food but my son's second order was not made yet due to what looked like many to-go orders being put together. I don't know why they wouldn't at least complete his order rather than us all finishing & then finally bringing the other 2 tacos. Overall, the food taste is really good. Ingredients are fresh, but for the price, portions are just too small. If your like a few petite bites of flavor, this is your place. If you are looking for a bigger portion, you either will need to spend a lot or go elsewhere. It is hard to review this place because the food and restaurant set up is really good quality. Service was good too, but from a price versus what you get, it misses the mark for me. I would say others should give this place a shot at least once as my expectations might be different than others. read more

Everything here is delicious and handmade on premise. The queso was flambéed and tasted amazing, much better than your standard Mexican fare in the US. The crab tostada was executed well and tasted sublime. Service is excellent, did not feel rushed, and the waitress was attentive. Ambiance was fun. So why only 4 stars? First, the prices are about twice of other taquerias. Second, there was just something missing from the flavor profiles...a certain je ne cest quoi...I was expecting something more tasty for a bib gourmand restaurant. I think this might be a difference in taste buds thing, since I had a similar less than exciting experience at a bib gourmand Mexican restaurant in Orlando. There are plenty of other good taco places in Tampa Bay that are better, honestly. read more

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By the time you pay: a little extra per item + the fees and taxes + tip, UBER EATS can really suck the life out of what you've ordered...especially if it's MEH to begin with. Such is the case with Streetlight Taco. The website boasts Michelin 2025. I don't believe this to be in support of a star but rather in support if they're being added to the Michelin "guide" for most PASSING restaurants, hotels etc. I'm sure it's hooking some folks... As we like to do with most places that aren't tried and true , we accessed a couple of BOGO's: Cheese Quesadilla - $10 each $9.00 in store (thank goodness for the BOGO making them $5 each which is about what they're worth...not much flavor Queso Flameado - $12.75 HA...yes $1.75 MORE in UE but even $11.00 in store 1) it's TOO MUCH for a cup of average melted cheese and 2) it's salty to boot! Nothing special here. Carnitas Tostadas - $10 BOGO and also $10 per in store - NOT a fan of the very meaty / porky tasting carnitas which had ZERO other flavor notes to drool over. Chips - dense, heavy and crunchy...honestly Frito like. Not bad just not that great. Salsa - thick and blended...Nah Chicken Verde bowl - $12.00 lunch special but normally $17.00 comes with rice, lettuce, chicken and a drizzle of....of green goddess aiolis. The chicken had great flavor but was the only star. Decent deal @ $12.00 though as it comes with chips and salsa. Extremely BASIC. read more

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We enjoyed our dinner of queso, chips fish and steak tacos.. tasty margaritas.. A bit pricey but worth the expense.. unique menu items and fresh food . Service was friendly and good at the bar. read more

Streetlight Taco - Carne asada and grouper tacos.. Yummy margaritas - Tacos Near Me - Tampa Bay, Florida

Here's a balanced Yelp review that highlights both the positives and the negatives: We had high hopes for Street Light Tacos, and there were definitely some highlights. The margaritas were excellent, and the chips and guacamole were fresh, flavorful, and easily the best part of the meal. Unfortunately, the tacos were a major disappointment. They were completely smothered in a mayo-based sauce that overwhelmed every other flavor. Instead of tasting the meat and toppings, all we could taste was the sauce. It made what should have been the star of the meal very dissatisfying. What really lowered my rating, though, was the response when we mentioned our disappointment. We weren't looking for anything unreasonable, but no effort was made to address the issue or make things right. Good customer service can often turn a mediocre meal into a positive experience, but that didn't happen here. I'd come back for the margaritas and guacamole, but based on this experience, I wouldn't order the tacos again. read more

We started with the guac which was a huge portion but the corn tostadas were a little burnt. The tacos were delicious and so flavorful! Our server was consistently checking on us and was super friendly. I'd recommend sitting outside, as the inside was very noisy. read more

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We went here on Saturday and it was a excellent Saturday nigh vibe! I can't remember our waiters name, but he was super nice and attentive. The Queso was a stand out along with the Coco Margarita and Corn. This is a perfect place to go if you want something laid back. They do not require reservations which is honestly amazing for last minute plans! read more

Very pleasantly surprised and food was so yummy and how authentic the food was made it even better. Service was great, they were great about redoing my zucchini side dish. My favorite part was the Mexican music which gave the place the perfect vibe. The music took me back to my bartending days at club 301 Mexican club read more

Recently returning from visiting Mexico City, I wanted to try streetlight Taco's food and their Mezcal selection. They did not disappoint, had their nachos with carnitas which was abundant and delicious, a bit pricey. Their Mezcal selection is amazing, G4, the hard to get Fortaleza, La Gritona to name a few. The staff is welcoming and had great service sitting at the bar. The ambiance is fun casual, however it can get a bit loud. Will return for more tasting and pictures read more

Streetlight Taco - Menu - Tacos Near Me - Tampa Bay, Florida

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I've heard a lot about Streetlight Tacos and finally got a chance to try it out for lunch one day. The interior was clean and had nice style and decorations. Our server came quickly and recommended us some items. First we started with the guacamole which came with hard shell purple corn tortillas that you could break off and use as chips. At lunch they have a great deal, the Taco Tray, where you can get 3 tacos and one side. This was a perfect amount of food to share with my girlfriend. Carnitas is probably my favorite style of meat for tacos so I always test that one out, and then we got brisket and the sweet potato taco as well. The carnitas and brisket were both amazing with a great balance of acidity and saltiness. The sweet potato taco was almost like a dessert, with pomegranate seeds and a rich scallion goat cheese. As our side, we got elote which was great as well. Overall, streetlight tacos definitely lives up to the hype! read more

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They are newer so not crazy busy yet. It's a Michelin bib gourmand restaurant and it's a sister company to Rocca, a Michelin one star so you know the quality is there! We opted to sit at the 'bar' which actually was the kitchen counter...but I preferred this! It was fun to watch behind the scenes. Our server was great, I saw her multi-tasking too. All the staff seemed to be on top of it. Coco margarita- delicious. Tastes like a pina colada non-frozen! So good I got it twice. They have an alcohol free guava horchata that sounds yummy I wanna try next time. Guacamole- standard but atleast no one ingredient was too much or too little. The chips were the star though- huge tostadas which are homemade and delicious. Alitas- wings but 6/10, the sauce was too sweet. Carne asada taco- 9/10. This was both our fav taco, everything was perfect. Carnitas taco- 9/10. The soft pork and the crunch of the chicharron was a great combo..and the melted cheese yum. Brisket taco- 5/10. The nuts made it a little sweeter and not what I was expecting. Flan- 8/10. My husband LOVED this flan like it's the best he had. It's your normal flan with an orange zest flavor. It was good but the orange might throw you off. Return? Yes definitely for drinks and a light meal Recommend? Yes, authentic tasting tacos in a modern feel read more

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This place has the best tacos I've ever had. Especially the grouper taco. Also the guacamole rice and black beans is to die for. I give this restaurant 5 out of 5 read more

We came to Streetlight Taco on a busy Saturday night. The restaurant has a clean, modern interior and the bar is fun with the open kitchen. We got seated pretty quickly and all the staff were super friendly. We started with the quesadilla frita and this was probably my favorite dish of the evening. The crispy fried corn masa with the gooey cheese and pickled onions + salsa was the perfect combo. The carne asada tacos were also really delicious with a spicy kick. The shrimp tacos were good, but not as unique as I thought they would be. The wood-grilled chicken tacos were yummy and packed with chicken, but the wood-grilled flavor was a bit overpowering. We ended the night with the sweet corn and blueberry chill bros ice cream. The blueberry swirls throughout the ice cream were perfect, but overall it lacked the sweet corn flavor I expected it to have. Delicious food at Streetlight Taco and definitely a good spot to try in Tampa, especially since it made the Michelin list. It's on the pricier side, but the ingredients are clearly fresh and they put a lot of thought into their dishes. read more

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My husband and I received a friendly greeting at the door, and we sat ourselves at the bar. It's a well lit restaurant - from all of the windows- but not too bright. It's a very simple/classic design but works well in this environment. The bartender immediately asked if we wanted anything to drink besides water, and I promptly ordered the classic margarita. It was Taco Tuesday, so they upgraded the tequila to a higher quality- delicioso! We ordered Guacamole- it had thinly sliced jalapeños- which we love, served with large format chips- very tasty! We also ordered shrimp tacos- it came with 2, on flour tortillas... also very tasty. Nachos was the last thing we ordered- there was a choice of protein to add and we chose carnitas. It was a new menu item and it's definitely a great addition. It was a nice portion and was really good. Great atmosphere, great staff... can't wait to go back. read more

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