This is our go to for Mediterranean food in south tampa. We probably go once a month. The staff is…read morealways so pleasant and they treat us like family. The mixed grille is absolutely delicious and we love the hot hummus with the freshly baked lavash. That ambiance here is cozy and intimate if they are busy it can be loud.

O.m.g. Best and i mean best by a landslide Turkish place i ever had. The food was amazing, and even…read morewhen i got takeout for someone else, it was still good. I had the mix grill and my mother had the whole sea bass. We had the Turkish pizza as an app (too much). The service was really good too from the moment we stepped through the door until we left, they were kind and created an amazing ambiance. Wish they were near me :(

Absolutely incredible experience at Istanbul Mediterranean Grill & Market! From the moment we…read morewalked in, we were treated like family. The customer service was genuinely some of the best we've ever experienced it was warm, welcoming, and so hospitable. The bread was phenomenal and worth the visit all on its own! We ordered two İnegöl Köfte plates to split between two adults and one child, and honestly, one plate would have been plenty because the portions are so generous. The köfte was perfectly cooked and seasoned, the rice was absolutely delicious, and the fresh salad was the perfect complement. I also ordered a side of chicken just to try it, and it was equally flavorful, tender, and cooked to perfection. For drinks, we tried the Turkish pear soda and the orange soda. Both were delicious, but the pear was my favorite and is a must-try! If you're looking for authentic, flavorful Turkish food with generous portions and outstanding hospitality, this is the place. We will definitely be back!

all the meats in the fridge looks so old and moldy Next to…read moreit was red peppers with mold Chicken wings are half cooked and sitting in the fridge looks terrible Fishes in the fridge look like thy have worms bad colors of fish I tried the mix wrap one of the worst !!!wrong place to go to And if you pick up products and go pay in the check out thy will change prices And service its not that high quality

Tried out Byblos since the change in ownership, and love the changes! The added vegetarian options…read morewere great! The place is much cleaner and more modern now. Also great prices as well for lunch. Loved the hot sauce they gave as well! Service was fast and friendly. Would definitely recommend.

I'm a huge lover of Mediterranean food, so I was very surprised to have never stumbled across by…read moreByblos before! A very cute space close to Bayshore and gives all the Mediterranean vibes. Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. In the spirit of expanding our culinary pallet, we ordered two apps that were new to us. The Kebbeh was very good - i'd say similar to a meat hush puppy? Krispy on the outside and flavorful on the inside. The Baba Ganju was different than what I was expecting and not something I personally liked (not any fault to the dish, I'm just a texture person). The chicken shawarma and gyro platter (it's a platter at dinner) were FANTASTIC! Seriously, so much flavor, fresh, the meat was not overly cooked. Everything tasted very fresh and we seriously had no complaints!! We also ordered a side of Batata, which are sort of crispy potato cubes with chili flakes + garlic - so good! I will say when we got there, there was a mishap and we waited over 20 minutes to be greeted and introduced to our server after we sat down. Once our server realized we were in her section, the rest of our service was amazing! I think that was just a one off fluke, and I would not let it negatively impact my experience.

Went late night with friends. The restaurant had an amazing dj playing music outside. It was quite…read morebusy but inside was less people. Our server was nice and attentive and offered food suggestions which was appreciated as this was our first time. The lamb meatballs were not my favorite. If you are not a texture person then you will probably be fine. The whipped feta was definitely a favorite. Not pictured are their lamb chops with asparagus and potatoes. The lamb chops and potatoes were cooked and seasoned well! The only thing we wish was better was their bathroom setup. They have one single-occupancy men's restroom and one single-occupancy women's restroom. They do not keep up with making sure the bathrooms have toilet paper nor keep it clean. We understand it was busy but hopefully they can improve this in the future. Otherwise, I recommend especially when there is a dj!

This was my first time checking out Dio and it honestly reminded me of Miami after 10. They had…read moredancers outside and the whole vibe was incredible and so fun. Everyone was super nice and it just felt like such a lively spot. Our table got a bunch of apps to share along with a couple entrees and all of the food was fantastic. The sangria was also incredible and definitely a standout. The only downside was that the service felt a little slow, so in between ordering drinks it felt like a long time. I did not mind too much though because the overall experience was still really fun. Definitely a place I would go back to!

Went here for a friend's birthday. This restaurant has a Mediterranean flair and it was absolutely…read morestunning inside and out we opted for the outdoor seating. The weather was great, so it was nice to be sitting outside and enjoying each other's company. Our server Frankie was super nice and explained every cocktail with detail as well as the entrées. He shared some of the popular entrées as well as his favorite. I had the limoncello martini, which was absolutely delicious. The lemon and vanilla had the perfect pairing flavor that made for a refreshing drink. And then I had the chicken Milanese for an entree. The chicken was nice and crispy and the flavors were just well put together. The highlight of the dish with the tahini sauce, which was a nice twist. At the end of the dinner, he surprised our friend with olive oil cake, which was so delicious. Recently, I have tried olive cake and it has definitely been a nice different treat instead of the usual dessert offerings. Would love to return soon when visiting Tampa again!

We decided to check Predalina newish menu and see it after the renovation…read more Some dishes from the previous menu are still available and some are new. The restaurant now is much darker than before. Our service was god and the food was tasty.

The food was delicious! We came across Rosenheim while walking around Ybor and we're so glad we…read morestopped in. We ordered the grilled meat platter, and everything was cooked perfectly. The meat was tender and juicy, the hummus was some of the best I've had, and the tabbouleh was the star of the meal--fresh, bright, and full of flavor. The service was a little slow, but the food was definitely worth the wait.

This place is pretty good, and I'll definitely be back!…read more The falafel was super crunchy and savory. It was a little dry, but pairing it with pita and hummus was excellent. I could honestly have that for dinner by itself. The Shish Tawook chicken was incredibly juicy and tender. Kudos to them because it's hard to make chicken breast that juicy! The kunefeh was good but too sweet for me. Next time I'll ask for the syrup on the side because I prefer it crunchy. The ambience is beautiful. They had someone playing electric violin outside. It's a fun place to hang out with friends. The only downside was the service. It was pretty slow considering there weren't many people there, and I had to ask for water twice. Hopefully it's more attentive next time because everything else was great. Overall, a solid 4/5!

5-star update for one of my favorite Tampa restaurants! Psomi is a must-go for breakfast/brunch…read moreevery time I'm in town. I most recently took my sister here for the first time while we were visiting for a concert and she loved it, too! We started with iced baklava lattes and the greek donuts (loukoumades) drizzled with honey and this was actually my first time have these here. They're served hot and fresh -- absolutely delicious! When I want something light for breakfast, my go-to is the Everything but the Bagel yogurt bowl (house cured wild caught salmon, cucumber, pickled red onion, tomato, crispy capers, & everything seasoning). It's such a fresh gorgeous bowl, packed with protein. I also love their extra thick cut bacon on the side. My sis got the strapatsada which is a breakfast classic on their menu (greek scramble with caramelized onion, roasted cherry tomato, creamy feta, & grilled baguette). It's a very generous portion and she had a good amount leftover to take home. Of course, you can't leave without a few pastries for the road! They are a bakery-first concept and all of their breads and baked goods are made in-house. We got the baklava coffee cake and brioche bread pudding muffin to-go. Psomi never disappoints!

I'd give this place about 2.5 stars. The food itself was good, but I left feeling like it just…read morewasn't worth the price. I ordered the shredded chicken salad, and to be fair, the chicken was absolutely delicious. My issue was that it was served over a basic mixed greens salad with very few extras, and paying around $30 for it felt excessive. The loukoumades (Greek donuts) were also delicious, but again, the portion was surprisingly small for about $16. One thing that also frustrates me is that they seem to be out of many of their bakery items first thing in the morning. They do warn customers about this, but it seems to happen consistently, which is disappointing when you're visiting a bakery and hoping for the full selection. The outdoor seating also wasn't the most enjoyable. It was quite loud, the seating wasn't especially comfortable, and there were a lot of flies, which made it difficult to relax and enjoy the meal. Overall, the food tasted good, but the value just isn't there for me. I don't mind paying premium prices when the portions, experience, or atmosphere justify it, but I left feeling like I paid far more than what I received.