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    Cooks Kitchen

    4.5 (137 reviews)
    ModerateDelis
    Closed 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed

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    Nice BIG cup
    Alicia P.

    I'm really feeling like this is a 3-star spot here...my first time here years ago was probably a 2. The food nor the experience was any good. But last weekend, I thought I'd just give it another shot...and I was very pleasantly surprised. So, I walk in, up to the counter - because that's where you order your food and pay. Then you sit. But if the tables aren't bussed or cleaned, you'll need to ask to have something cleaned off for you. Then you wait and although you may have ordered coffee, you may not get it until the meal comes, so once I sat and no one brought me silverware or water or anything, I asked to have my coffee beforehand. The nice young girl said ok (she was very nice) but then she proceeded to clean off tables. Then, she went to the back of the counter and I thought I'd get my coffee (yay!) but instead, she came out again to wipe the tables down. Then, once that was all done, then I could have my coffee. I will say the coffee was in a nice BIG cup and was super tasty! I am enjoying this and watching the minimal traffic out the window ride by as I wait for my food. Then the food shows up and it looks fantastic! So I eat the soft, flaky, egg-filled croissant and it is VERY good! Much better than my previous visit so long ago... So on food and coffee taste alone, it's a 5 for a small, simple spot that I hope remains where it is and doesn't get run out like every other local, independent mom n pop shop in the area seems to be doing... I would say the cons, however, are no one came to ask me how my meal was, no one asked if I would like some water or anything else. In fact, when I wanted more coffee, I had to go up to the counter with my cup and ask for more. They were certainly nice about it and I enjoyed finishing that 2nd cup... But don't expect full service. Will I return? You betcha! Just be aware of what you are walking into. Now I know. :)

    Pancakes
    Robert V.

    Cooks is a great local brunch spot. It is British-themed/inspired and has decorations to reflect that. The kitchen is charmingly homey and could be mistaken for a kitchen in a suburban house! I got the pancakes which came with a side of fresh fruit, and my girlfriend got the lox bagel. The pancakes were fluffy and thick, and the syrup tasted fresh. Overall, I loved the small-town atmosphere of cooks which is nestled deep in south tampa.

    a sign for a restaurant on a street corner
    Heidi M.

    What an adorable little eatery on Gandy near Bayshore boulevard. The hubs and I were on our usual Saturday afternoon bike ride and decided to find a place to have lunch. Google Maps took us to this little gem where we had a wonderful lunch. The place is small, simple and has a home-cooked meal kind of vibe to it. The kitchen is open, they offer soup, sandwiches and salads. They also have dinner specials listed, which we plan on trying another time. Food was great, staff was very nice and I loved all the British decor of flags, royalty-themed books and the "Keep Calm, Carry On" items found throughout the space.

    Treat counter, open kitchen where they cook.

    The staff were so friendly and the food was great I loved the British decor and menu. We would definitely recommend this restaurant for breakfast or lunch, they are closed for dinner.

    All the goodies
    Alexis N.

    I've passed by this place countless times and never thought anything of it until a friend suggested going for lunch. It's a small place packed with a ton of goodies. They do breakfast, lunch, and have to-go options for dinner. There was a good list of sandwiches and salads that it was hard to decide. I opted for the roast beef sandwich and potato salad as my side. The sandwich came with very fresh tomato and lettuce, Dijon dressing, and tender roast beef. The potato salad was more of potato with dressing and it was fantastic. Nothing I've ever had before. It was a nice surprise to see that it came with a little lettuce salad too. They have a good selection of chips and candies you can choose too. My friend got the Coronation Chicken Salad, which she had said was her favorite. There's a British theme to it so some of the selections are things you wouldn't normally see, but I'd love to try some different things. I will definitely be back for lunches in the future!

    Pancakes with fresh fruit and a side of bacon
    Penny C.

    Stopped this morning for a late breakfast, the pancakes are top tier, the fruit was incredibly fresh and diverse compared to what you normally expect. Bacon was cooked to perfection and the service was quaint and welcoming.

    Menu
    Mark M.

    Cook's Kitchen is a delicious English restaurant and hidden gem in South Tampa! We stopped in for brunch and were able to find parking quickly; they've got a good amount of spots storefront and alongside of the building. If for some reason all the spots are taken, Bayshore Animal Clinic across the street has spots and they're closed on Sunday so you could park there in a pinch on Sundays. -The inside is nice. It isn't fancy but it's clean and smells great equipped with one gender-neutral bathroom. -The food quality was superb, came out in a fair amount of time, and was piping hot. -The service was great too. After we were served our food, one of the cashiers came by to check on us and refilled our coffees free of charge, which was appreciated.

    Coffee
    Annette R.

    Stopped in for a quick cup of coffee and they didn't disappoint. Coffee was hot, smooth and fresh. Scone was delicious with cream and jam served along side. Will definitely go back again!

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    Great lunch? Definitely a good idea, delicious food cute place, l had the pork tenderloin mushrooms with salad, YUM!

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    Everything at cooks is great. Quick service, awesome staff, never usually a wait time, and authentic food. This is a frequent go to.

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    Wonderful people. Very quiet place, great neighborhood eatery. Service is wonderful, the place is very happy.

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    Good food I woul recommend this restaurant. Freshly made ,with natural ingredients. Turkey sandwich delicious.

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    Homemade, fresh, and delicious. Try Cooks and you will find yourself going back time and time again.

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