This is a very nice wine bar with a ton of options. The owners are friendly and helpful and can…read moremake suggestions based on what you like. They serve you quickly and you never have to wait to order more. Although this is a very enjoyable wine bar, it is a little too upscale & pricey for the area. There are no flights, specials, or happy hours, so I don't go nearly as often as I'd like. I really wish they had some kind of specials so I could enjoy it more often. It seems like a place that would be in south tampa or downtown, but being in Lutz it would be nice if was more affordable for locals. It also lacks the fun and charisma that used to be there under the previous owners. Tastings, classes, events like trivia night, or weekly specials would really make this bar feel more lively & welcoming.

Wine, snacks, apps, friendly people. What's not to love?…read more Louie's Wine Bar is a sweet little stop on Van Dyke Road, in the same plaza as Nabruzzi Trattoria. The restaurant can get crazy busy, so parking can be wonky, but thankfully, there is a back parking lot and a back entrance to Louie's Wine bar. In huge latters above the back door it says WINE BAR. You can't miss it. In fact, I think I prefer to park out back, because the spots in the front lot are so tight. Anyway, come on in, sit at the bar, or in a comfy chair or at a high top, nobody minds. Coralee, Robert or Lee will greet you warmly, and get you a glass of water while you peruse the extensive wine menu. They offer a huge variety of whites, rose's , bubbles and red wines by the glass, by the bottle and some even by the half bottle. Pick your poison. If you are having trouble deciding, they will pour you a taste to compare to help you make your best decision. They also have a small but thorough food selection. Flatbreads, boards and snacks to satisfy your hunger no matter the level. I find this Wine bar a lovely addition to the neighborhood, a great place to unwind and hang out with old friends and make some new ones as well.

Cool place! Modern and luxurious interior design. They have plenty of tables and a bar. Also some…read moreoutside seating which was nice on a Saturday evening. They have tasting machines, which they stock about 20 different wines available for a "sip" (1 ounce pour), a 2oz and glass pour. They rotate these wines regularly and you get a card that you can put in the machine to pour it. Then you just pay on your tab after! We came for the Happy Hour which I believe was 25% off wines and some food items. It was fun to SIP on many different wine choices and sit outside. Such a lovely time!

Great service, great selection. Shannon is so friendly and helpful. Love how the place is set up…read moreas well. Very comfortable.

Cepas has great happy hour and a cool sultry romantic atmosphere. The service is quick and…read moreresponsive and always on top of my water which is great since I can't drink right now I appreciated our server not having an issue with me opting out of drinks despite being at a wine bar. The tapas are thoughtfully curated with Mediterranean and Spanish vibes. The tuna salad was unique. Reminded me of a potato salad my mom used to make with peas in it. The short rib empanadas were crispy on the outside and meaty inside.

Will I say Spanish food is my go to cuisine? No, but Cepas always keeps it fresh with rotating…read moreplates and something new I have never tried before. I always look forward to trying a couple new tapas on the happy hour menu along with a couple drinks for the wife and I. Worthy of 4 stars Service is typically very accommodating and helpful. However the last time me and my family went there was a bit of a letdown. First of all it was 8 of us so they sat us at the first table when you walk in on the right. Things were going well, however after the first 10-15 minutes we realized everyone was freezing! There was a vent pushing air non stop on us and it was not enjoyable. Towards the end we had to actively leave to go outside to warm up. You may ask, did you inquire with the team to assist to see about turning the air down? We sure did, the host working that day (May 2nd evening time) said there is nothing we can do, we can't move you now that you've sat down and that they typically tell people to bring a jacket if they plan on sitting them there. Well great! Problem solved, we appreciate absolutely no heads up and now we are not enjoying our time. There was also an event going on the patio, to which they had all left and lingering outside/parking lot area, we inquired again with the host to see if we could go on the patio for the remainder of our drinks. She also said no, as there was still some time left on that parties reservation (even though no one was there). All in all, horrible host, and I won't be back with a large family after spending $400+ with the potential risk of sitting and freezing our a$$ off. However will continue to support local business with my wife and I.

My family and I have been coming to Nabruzzi since they first opened. I even worked there briefly…read morewhen the restaurant originally opened, so this place has always meant something to us. Back in October, I made a reservation for 20 people for a January dinner to celebrate my dad's birthday. I had heard the week before that Max sold the restaurant, but at that point it was too late to find another place that could accommodate such a large group. Our reservation was at 4:00 pm. When I walked in at 4:03 with my son, there was a man standing by the pizza oven on his cell phone. I initially thought he was a customer waiting for food since there was no acknowledgment at all. After a few minutes, a couple of cooks walked out, looked at us, and said nothing. The man continued texting and then, very coldly, asked, "How can I help you?" I told him I was there for the party of 20, and he responded, "They're in the back," with no warmth or professionalism. As someone who worked in the restaurant industry for over a decade, I was honestly shocked by the greeting. Once seated, I informed our server that both my brother and I have celiac disease and that eating gluten-free is a serious medical necessity. Normally, servers acknowledge this and reassure guests that they'll speak with the kitchen. Instead, she said nothing and walked away while I was still speaking. The appetizers were fine, but the main courses were extremely disappointing. I ordered the gluten-free veal marsala, a dish I've had countless times at Nabruzzi over the years. This was easily one of the worst versions I've ever had...completely bland, with large chunks of garlic instead of properly minced, and so unappetizing I couldn't finish it. My husband ordered the pollo florentine and described it as something our four-year-old could have made. The presentation was equally poor; the food looked like it had simply been thrown onto the plates. The server never once checked on us after the food was delivered, which should happen within the first few bites. I also brought a birthday cake for my dad, and it was served before all the dinner plates were cleared. As we were leaving, the owner simply said, "Have a good one." It's clear that the new owner has little to no experience in the restaurant or service industry, which is incredibly disappointing. Nabruzzi was once a warm, friendly Italian restaurant and a hidden gem in Lutz...a place our family truly loved and visited often because it felt welcoming and close to home. Sadly, after this experience, we will not be returning.

I have been to this restaurant several times and had great experiences typically. Unfortunately…read morethis time had a few issues. I will start with the good. The food quality and flavor is excellent. I love the bread with olive oil served before the meal. I ordered veal and it was also excellent and the pasta is delicious too. We ordered the Romano pizza as an appetizer and it was ok. Unfortunately our food took a loooooong time to come out. The pizza probably took 30 minutes. We asked for the salads to come out at the same time but again had to wait. My salad had no dressing on it so I had to ask for it which they did send out. The meals again took quite awhile to come out. I will say our server was friendly, but the kitchen just took forever with everything. I will definitely come back because the food is so good. Hopefully this was just an off night.

The food ranged from ok to great, the service was super slow…read more We came on a Wednesday night at 7:30 pm. We were the only table sitting inside, but after getting our menus we didn't see our server for the longest time. During the evening she would constantly walk by us and we had to actively flag her to get her to stop. When she said she'd be back in two minutes we knew it meant ten. We started with the cheese plate which was honestly pretty weird. Our server didn't tell us what the cheeses were and when we finally flagged her to ask she had to go check. They were thinly sliced instead of in chunks. The nuts looked like a trail mix medley with mainly peanuts (the cheapest nut). It was very bizarre. For my main I got the salmon quinoa and it was delicious. 10/10 dish, the salmon was perfectly grilled and flavorful. Outside is very cute but there's mosquitoes so we sat inside. Inside was less cute, which is sad. It's more casual looking. Overall I probably wouldn't come back, but the food isn't too bad overall.

Invited a couple to try this place for the 1st time. I think…read morethe food for the 3 of us was between a B- to a C+. Service was between a D and an F. Literally the worst service I ever had from beginning to end. No sign when you walk in to either seat yourself of not. No one behind the counter acknowledged me. So I had to ask - "yeah, seat yourself". Waited forever to even order drinks. I think we had decided food but wanted to at least get something. Ordered food. Waiting a while for my friends' food to come. Then nothing. The conversation is getting awkward because we keep watching for my food and seeing if anyone will pay attention to us. No. My food isn't there. No one I can ask. By this time I had finished my wine and now had no food and no wine. Both I and one of my friends started to waive our arms to get ANYONE'S attention. After a minute of that I turned to my friend and said "maybe I should light myself on fire to get some attention." By then waitress comes over and says "how is everything?" And I said "I NEVER GOT MY FOOD. I HAVE NOTHING TO DRINK OR EAT." She didn't realize I hadn't gotten my food. My mother waited tables so I am extremely understanding about challenges people in the service industry face. But this was ridiculous. No one serving you ever ever even looked at you. They finally found my dinner by then probably over 20 minutes since my friends were served, comped me a 2nd wine but I will never be back. And I felt bad for asking my friends to join me there.

Once again, an amazing dinner at one of my favorite Italian restaurants in the Clearwater safety…read moreharbor area. The owner chef never ceases to amaze Never had this dish before TAGLIATELLE CON PIOVRA E PISTACCHIO but if you wanna try something new amazing The meddling of tastes with the octopus is beyond belief. Everyone else had a ravioli dish which you could not beat, but I cannot say enough about the dish I had. Service as usual is amazing and the wine list has something for everyone at a very reasonable price

Acqua Alta in Clearwater was our pick for a new and recommended restaurant to try for a friends'…read moredinner, and this group of friends left satisfied. It's a little Italian spot in a plaza with a few other interesting shops and restaurants that we may be adventuring to soon, but we will be back to Acqua Alta for sure! All pastas, sauces, and desserts are made in house- fresh and fabulous. Carpaccio, grilled artichoke, meatballs, rigatoni, tagliatelle, cacio e pepe, pistachio tiramisu, and a nice bottle of wine! Service gave us plenty of time to enjoy each dish and each other's company- we weren't in a hurry and neither were they, and it worked. Lovely people putting love into their food. Go and enjoy- they even have ready-to-cook pasta and ravioli you can bring home for your own delicious creations!

Stopped by the Ice Barr of Safety Harbor for some cool refreshments and it was a pleasant…read moreexperience!! Very friendly service by the staff at the order window!! Drinks were flavorful and refreshing as well!! They have a nice covered patio available to enjoy their beverages and other products they have for sale. Definitely recommend checking this place out!!! They also have other alcohol free options as well!!

Off Mainstreet you will find Gigglewaters- if you walk around the building you will find this…read morelittle amazing place for cold yummies- Ice Barr! Homemade popsicles and snow balls in a variety of flavors for the young at heart AND adult popsicles and frozen drinks for the fun at heart!!! The specialty shop is locally owned by a super friendly family and the little patio off to the side makes for a cool resting spot while hanging out in Safety Harbor. Don't forget to get some popsicles to go!!