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Gio's Cuban Cafe

3.7 (37 reviews)
Open • 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

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T C.

We came by for brunch on a Tuesday, it was not too busy. I ordered an Egg Sandwich and small Cafe Ybor(made with evaporate milk) and a Mojo Pork sandwich with cafe con leche and a Devil crab as they did not have stuffed potato. The egg sandwich on cuban bread was very good. The mojo pork was also very good. We really enjoyed the Devil Crab the make in house. We found it very interesting the menu had no prices, only the paper menu did. The lady serving the food at the counter was very friendly. You pay for your meal and they make your coffee and bring your food to your table. The tables were clean and nothing fancy but good food. We will be back to try the stuffed potato.

Anat S.

Came here for lunch with a friend. As someone who does not eat meat, I knew that I would not have many options to choose from. Most of the dishes contain meat. Even the yellow rice, the green beans and red beans were cooked with meat. It's a very casual place. It's a self service. So you pick what you order and also clean after you. I ordered white rice, black beans, plantain and yucca. Food was ok. Not very flavorful. I found hair in the food and when I went back to show them, they refused to replace my food, telling me it's my hair... Also was not offered chopped onion for the beans. I had to go back and ask. I felt like the people there were not going out of their way to say the least. Not sure I will be back.

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Cheyenne M.

as soon as i saw ropa vieja i wanted to try this spot. and it was really good. they were pretty busy during lunch but the ladies working were nice. i would totally come back

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Michelle F.

Breakfast or lunch 7 days a week, dinner weekdays only, very good authentic Cuban food. No frills order at the counter service and they bring you your food. Fresh, hot, and super delicious. There are tables both inside and outside. Not super crowded during lunch today, good steady business and the ladies behind the counter are very nice. Like a happy family serving their own recipes. I ordered the deviled crab and it was the size of a junior football. Loaded with crab and plenty of flavor. Authentic Cuban beverages from the cold case and a soda fountain with the usual Coke products. I don't live in Tampa anymore but if I did, I would get lunch from here all the time.

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Mandy A.

This is an authentic Cuban cafe. The cafe con leche is superior. Black and strong. Creamy. Sweet. Very hot. We got Cuban breakfast sandwiches and both agree it's the best breakfast sandwich we have ever had. Cuban bread is fresh. Chewy and crispy like it should be. Eggs fresh. Bacon amazing. Not too salty! This spot is a gem!

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Classic hole in the wall gem. Good portions, good prices, and friendly staff. Will be definitely be coming back!

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Amazing food. Cute little cafe that I'll definitely be returning to in the future. Service, cleanliness, and price were all great, too.

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Great food. Quick. Always good. Hole in the wall Cuban go to. I haven't had their breakfast, but their lunch is always good.

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The Ropa Vieja was excellent! Cuban sandwiches are very good! Tampa locals know this is one of the better Cuban restaurants.

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I go here every time I visit Tampa. Guaranteed excellent Cuban food and service. #authentic

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Chef & The Baker

Chef & The Baker

4.5(61 reviews)
2.5 mi•South Tampa
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The empanadas are so delicious! I came in for my daughter…read moreand I to get a sweet treat. We had never been before so we were excited to try their food. The shop is a decent size with a good amount of seating inside and out. I knew they served baked goods but when I saw empanadas on the menu I had to try one. My daughter got a sprinkle cookie and we also split a guava croissant while I waited for the empanada. Both treats were delicious I really loved the guava croissant it was perfectly flaky. The empanada I order was beef and cheese and when it comes out it's hot and has a cool stamp on the crust. This empanada was crispy and the filling was very tasty. So good I wish they were closer to me.

My friend and I are working through as many cinnamon roll spots as we can in tampa bay and St Pete…read more There were lots of reviews saying they had the best and I can agree, they are top notch! Cinnamon roll - 8.5/10 the frosting was perfect and thick! One of the better cinnamon rolls I've come across! S'more cronut - 5/10 this was dense, hard on the outside, overly sweet, and I didn't love the filling flavor. Breakfast empanadas - 7/10 tasty! Def recommend! Empanada dough was flaky and delicious. Filling was dry but still flavorful. Strawberry croissant - 8.5/10 yes! Lovely texture! Amazing flavor. Definitely get the croissants! The service was wonderful! Everyone working there is lovely. The bakery itself is adorable! Very small so seating goes quick and line gets long but they move people through the line fast. Definitely recommend going! Well worth the stop!

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Toffee to Go & More

4.7(345 reviews)
1.4 mi•Palma Ceia
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Seriously - when you are craving dessert, this is absolutely the best place to go. I went for a…read moreYelp event a while back, and it reminded me just how good their desserts are, so when my friend and I wanted dessert to finish off my birthday celebration, coming here was obvious. The women behind the counter were helpful and friendly. When I asked for opinions and suggestions, they had plenty based on my likes, and in no time at all, I had a warmed up incredibly rich and delicious Magic Toffee Bar in front of me. So crazy good, I could only eat 1/3 of it, but it made for a delightful treat the next day too. The description of it is as follows: buttery Graham cracker crust with milk, dark, and white chocolate chips, bits of toffee, and topped with coconut. I also highly recommend taking a treat or two from their samples jar. Their toffee is clearly the best in the world, and every bite is a treat. If you're looking for the perfect holiday gift - look no further than their toffee. They have their own parking lot, which is always a bonus in this part of town, and inside was clean and bright, with plenty of seating, and free glasses of water.

A great hole in the wall. Has a nice variety of desserts, their house-made toffee is really yummy…read more The staff was super sweet and took their time addressing our large party. It's an open plan space, a little warm in temperature inside but overall nice experience.

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Raining Berries - Cali Bagel

Raining Berries

3.9(29 reviews)
1.2 mi•Palma Ceia

This was my second time in, although the first time I was in just to pickup an order. I had some…read morework to do and I recalled them having a nice space to work in. I ordered at the counter, a honey lavender latte and a power bagel. I was quickly told they were out of turkey, so I switched to a Cali bagel instead. I when to set up my computer and start working. There was a couple in front of me waiting for a to go order and a couple that ordered after me as well. After about 15 minutes, both sets of couples were gone, I was alone in the cafe, and there was no coffee and no bagel in sight. My order or name had not been called. I went up to the counter and a nice worker (who had not been the one to take my order) asked if I was there for pickup. I told her I had ordered in store around 15 minutes ago and was just there to check on my order. She told me the order had been picked up and tried to confirm that I didn't pick it up. I pointed at my computer and said I had been there the whole time. She was apologetic and remade my order, which took about 7-10 min. She was even kind enough to bring it over to me directly. The latte she made was a honey almond instead of a honey lavender, but that was ok. The bagel sandwich was very good. While it was made right, and the worker who fixed the problem was very nice, I am just still confused as to how my order when to the wrong person when there were so few of us in the cafe. I did enjoy this place though, and would go back for breakfast. They also have a nice meeting space that can be rented for free.

I've been here several times and I believe they've gotten the perfect combo - pretty good food,…read morereally good coffee, fairly reasonable prices (in comparison to other places), appropriate portions and consistency! I really like their cappuccino, most important that it's always good... The space is interesting - I always opt to sit in the big cushy arm chairs over the sterile metal chairs, but then you have like a small super low table with the nice chairs and normal tables with the uncomfortable metal cold chairs... that would be the only thing I'd say could improve. There is a meeting room, all glass walls, however, so privacy for sound - that's about it. I haven't used it so I can't say anything more about it. But overall, the staff is friendly and patient also. I like it here, it's even cute.

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Capital One Café

4.2(73 reviews)
1.1 mi•Historic Hyde Park, Hyde Park

I have to admit, I was a little hesitant about walking in because I could see two guys standing…read morearound with tablets and headsets on and I immediately pictured being bombarded with questions about where I bank and pressured to open an account, and as I tiptoed in and looked around, they said hi and were friendly but didn't say anything additionally which I was grateful for. I looked at the menu and found the prices reasonable. I don't know why, but I wasn't expecting anything extraordinary from the coffee. I ordered their blueberry lavender latte with oatmilk and this was sooo good!!! the blueberry lavender flavor was subtle, and the coffee itself good and strong. It's spacious, with various tables throughout the cafe. If I'm ever in the Hyde Park area, I'd definitely walk in again for a good cup of coffee.

Capital One Café…read more Bring a sweater... and your mom with all her financial questions. Let the employees do the heavy lifting and repeat themselves 14 times with a smile instead of you having to. Honestly, it may even keep you in the will. Pro tip: the shelf items are not discounted, but made-to-order drinks are 50% off for cardholders. My mom ordered 2 coffees, a latte, and a pastry to share (some pastries are huge) for the three of us and it was only $10.50. In this economy? Practically a public service. I could sit there all day working or just hanging out. Celebration, Florida desperately needs one because Starbucks is looking a very weak after this experience. They serve Verve Coffee from California -- a roaster that actually knows its way around coffee beans. Smooth, strong, and doesn't taste like it's been sitting on a burner since 7 a.m.

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