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Customer service was very friendly and patient, even though it took us a while to order and we came in close to closing time. I really appreciated how welcoming and approachable the staff was. The atmosphere felt comfortable and family-like, and I loved that they don't hold back on the toppings. The flavor combination of how all the different toppings work together was even more enjoyable than the pizza underneath it for me personally. For this style of pizza, I'd definitely recommend getting something with sausage. The sausage was easily the best part for me, and this style of pizza really complemented the sausage they used. The crust had a little bit of a spongy texture which makes it a very filling pizza.
Thursday 9/12/2024 Was looking for the best pizza in Tampa through Reddit and this was the most popular spot that was mentioned. I made a takeout order for an 18" dead man's pizza $27 and 10 wings (half bbq & half sweet Thai) $16. The ordering and pick up process was easy and the workers were cool. - The dead man's pizza aka meat lovers pizza was highly disappointing and underwhelming. * It tasted overcooked & slightly burnt and also the extra oregano and seasonings on the pizza were not needed at all. The pizza was a miss. - The bbq wings were the half I had as my cousin had the sweet Thai half and they were AWFUL. * These wings were dry, overcooked, and tasted like they had been out for while (you can tell they weren't fresh or moist). * The only slight positive I can say is that the sauce was alright but that's literally it. Overall, this spot was an awful experience and it seems Reddit can't be trusted for pizza spots in the Tampa area but then again everyone got they own taste buds.
I don't like writing about how great this place is because then more people will find out about it! But it's my job as a Yelper to tell the people the truth and the truth is Lee's is one of the best. Tucked in a neighborhood in an old general store building, they have amazing pizzas and wings. They also feature some of the best beers on tap and have several beer fridges where you can choose your beer as well. They have a bar area, intimate dining room and outdoor patio area for seating. I've seen a lot of people do pick up as well for food and beer. You can choose your own pizza toppings or order several that are already designed like the Dead Mans party, with ham, sausage, pepperoni, meatball and bacon. Hours are Tuesday-Sunday 3-10. Parking is available on the streets surrounding the restaurant.
PIZZA - it's just not that good and it's DEFINITELY not worth $25 a pie. In fact it's pretty flavorless. Cheese has no pull and is again...FLAVORLESS. I don't eat Dominos or Papa Johns because of the not so great ingredients but in this instance I don't think either could have been much worse. WINGS - got hot and bbq. Hardly any sauce on the hot ones. Flavor was meh.
Hidden gem within a super cool historical building that's serving up AMAZING wings, pizza, and craft beer. I finally got the chance to check out Lees Grocery for a superbowl dinner and will definitely be returning. The atmosphere was very laid back and although it was pretty empty when we went, I can imagine it's a fun spot when it's more busy. The inside is smaller than I anticipated it to be, but I enjoyed it. Made it seem homier. I was surprised to see the large outdoor seating area, which seems great for larger groups! Food: The wings are absolutely amazing. We ordered the 10 wings, plain, with hot and mild sauce and blue cheese on the side. The wings were so perfectly seasoned and almost reminded me of the wings on a rotisserie chicken, nicely smoked. We also got a plain cheese pizza pie, 18''. It came out fresh, hot, and the cheese and sauce had great flavor. It does have a thicker chewier crust. Parmesan cheese, oregano, red pepper, and garlic powder are available to add on top. There were a lot of fun pizza options/ combos and we'll be back to try the more interesting flavors. I'm also interested in trying the garlic parmesan wings. The nice thing about smaller joints like this is that the food comes out quick and so fresh! No food is sitting around when the kitchen is so close to the main dining area. Drinks: They have such a large variey of canned craft beers, ipa's, seltzers, and even non-alcoholic beers. There were also 6 different draft beers. I sipped on some Surfside's, while my boyfriend enjoyed the Tampa Export gold lager. It was a very light and crisp beer. The bartender was great and let us sample a couple of the beers and even made a mix of a sour and seltzer beer that she likes!
Overall the experience at Lee's was pretty great. I've been to better and worse local pizza joints. Nothing special about the Caesar Salad. Worth it? Maybe The Pizza was good. I felt like the toppings were a bit light or unevenly distributed. The flavor was pretty good though. The service was good. Some of the workers could be a bit awkward but that's about it. Not much on the ambience or vibe. Really just your pizza bar joint with some beer. Pretty simple. Great patio for the dogs. The value could have been better. Toppings and special pizzas were a bit overpriced compared to the standard cheese. It was a good pizza, but I felt like we could get the same quality for at least a few bucks cheaper. Same with the salad. Nothing bad at all but it may just be an occasional spot rather than frequent or new favorite.
Sweet neighborhood spot. Locals must feel real lucky to have a hang like this nearby. Great music playing, good selection of drinks, alcohol and non-alcohol. This spot has limited table seating inside, a couple high and low tops and bar seating as well umbrella covered patio tables outside in the courtyard. Street parking early. No idea how crowded this spot gets later in the evenings but it got busy pretty rapidly after opening. Only thing weird was the pizzas got delivered all out of order. I'm guessing they batch prep by pizza type but it all came out hot and good so no worries. Will def head back here for a laid back meal w good music.
Once again... Lee's did not disappoint. Fantastic service and food!! Thank you for being amazing no matter when we visit.
Lee's Grocery is the epitome of "If it ain't broke don't fix it." Simple concept, beer, wine, pizza and wings. It has a neighborhood tavern feel. And walking in the aroma of pizza was amazing. It is a small venue with bar seating, two long high tops and two regular tables on the inside and then some outside seating. It was pretty warm inside on my visit. The beer selection is extensive with cans and bottles as well as drafts. What I really liked is the drafts from what I could tell were all from south Florida including one from Oveido Brewing in the Orlando area and one from Tank in the Miami area. It must be a popular spot because it was recommended especially for the wings in two of the breweries we had visited that day. So the service was very good. Ordered the wings 10 for $12.99 and they don't do half orders. So we did an order of the garlic parmesan and an order of the thai chili. The wings here are wet and taste like they are baked not fried. The garlic parmesan were the best of the two. The thai chili was more sweet with very minimal heat. Both were good. I really liked Lee's grocery and I will definitely return if I am in the area.
Lee's is one of my favourite little spots to just eat some pizza and wings and wash it all down with a cold beer. They have excellent pies with unique combinations. I really like their Sriracha Bbq pizza in their "secret menu" ;) When it comes to wings, these bad boys fall right off the bone! They are baked and usually covered in rosemary. They look like someone dropped them in the grass but trust me they are delicious haha! They have a wide variety of beers on tap as well as bottled and canned. Briney Melon Gose is my go to! It is a small set up inside and they are usually pretty busy but they do offer outdoor seating. Also it is only street parking so that is something to be aware of.
This place was on point! I'm impressed with the perfectly cooked pie and wings we got ;the wings were crispy but not over done , and the pie was well done and didn't flop in the middle . The vibes were super chill the music was good and they were playing the fifth element! The wait staff behind the bar was friendly and attentive. I'll def be back to hang out here again some time , there's a great selection of canned and draft craft beers and the vibe is very chill.
It breaks my heart to do this but after this last experience at Lee's I had to update my review. Hubby and I used to visit Lee's regularly when we lived in Tampa. We were back in town this past weekend for the first time in almost 10 months and we invited a few friends to join us. Hubby and I arrived first so we grabbed a table. The bartender came over and we each ordered a draft beer. A short while later, all but one friend had arrived so we placed our food orders. I mentioned to the server we were on separate checks. The pizzas took a long time to come out. And when they did, they weren't the same. The crust wasn't as crispy or seasoned as it was in Lee's prime. It felt like I was eating at a different place. Our server never came back to check on us or to see if we wanted more beer. One of our friends had to go up to the bar to ask for our checks. The server finally came back and had everything on one check. I didn't feel like going through the trouble of splitting it so we just used Venmo. The service at Lee's has gone way down hill. The pizza just isn't the same. I first noticed the decline before we even moved but wanted to give them the benefit of the doubt. Now I doubt I will ever be back.
Our neighbors told us Lee's Grocery has good wings, so figured we'd give them a try for National Wing Day! The wings come in orders of 10. You can order all flats for an extra $2.50 and split your order between two sauces. We did half with the weekly special "Hell Wings" sauce and half BBQ. Both were excellent. Nice char, flavorful, and cooked until the meat was falling off the bone. The pizza was just pizza. Service was friendly and efficient. It's a great neighborhood spot with a surprisingly good selection of takeout beers. They serve Coke products by the can. The inside is fairly small, but there's a large outdoor patio that's dog friendly. We'll be back for the wings. read more
3 months ago
Why not go a little off the beaten path. Get the wings!! Just do it! Group of five we ended up getting individuals, sharing cheesey bread & wings, hot ( not too hot) and then the garlic parm. My pizza was the cheese with banana peppers. So good. Self serve beers, seltzers, and sodas. Bar with draft beers. The service was chill, not too pushy, not too laid back. Get it! So good. read more
Whenever I'm craving a good homestyle pizza I definitely come here. Tucked away in a neighborhood, This place has been a gem in Tampa for as long as I can remember (I grew up here). Their meat pizza is to die for. It's always the freshest ingredients and I love the fact that they have so many alcoholic and non-alcoholic options in their lineup. Parking can be a pain some time depending on how many people are there. We generally just park on the street, but it's definitely worth it and the people working there are always so kind. read more
Customer service was very friendly and patient, even though it took us a while to order and we came in close to closing time. I really appreciated how welcoming and approachable the staff was. The atmosphere felt comfortable and family-like, and I loved that they don't hold back on the toppings. The flavor combination of how all the different toppings work together was even more enjoyable than the pizza underneath it for me personally. For this style of pizza, I'd definitely recommend getting something with sausage. The sausage was easily the best part for me, and this style of pizza really complemented the sausage they used. The crust had a little bit of a spongy texture which makes it a very filling pizza. read more
3 months ago
5 months ago
Thursday 9/12/2024 Was looking for the best pizza in Tampa through Reddit and this was the most popular spot that was mentioned. I made a takeout order for an 18" dead man's pizza $27 and 10 wings (half bbq & half sweet Thai) $16. The ordering and pick up process was easy and the workers were cool. - The dead man's pizza aka meat lovers pizza was highly disappointing and underwhelming. * It tasted overcooked & slightly burnt and also the extra oregano and seasonings on the pizza were not needed at all. The pizza was a miss. - The bbq wings were the half I had as my cousin had the sweet Thai half and they were AWFUL. * These wings were dry, overcooked, and tasted like they had been out for while (you can tell they weren't fresh or moist). * The only slight positive I can say is that the sauce was alright but that's literally it. Overall, this spot was an awful experience and it seems Reddit can't be trusted for pizza spots in the Tampa area but then again everyone got they own taste buds. read more
I don't like writing about how great this place is because then more people will find out about it! But it's my job as a Yelper to tell the people the truth and the truth is Lee's is one of the best. Tucked in a neighborhood in an old general store building, they have amazing pizzas and wings. They also feature some of the best beers on tap and have several beer fridges where you can choose your beer as well. They have a bar area, intimate dining room and outdoor patio area for seating. I've seen a lot of people do pick up as well for food and beer. You can choose your own pizza toppings or order several that are already designed like the Dead Mans party, with ham, sausage, pepperoni, meatball and bacon. Hours are Tuesday-Sunday 3-10. Parking is available on the streets surrounding the restaurant. read more
1 year ago
PIZZA - it's just not that good and it's DEFINITELY not worth $25 a pie. In fact it's pretty flavorless. Cheese has no pull and is again...FLAVORLESS. I don't eat Dominos or Papa Johns because of the not so great ingredients but in this instance I don't think either could have been much worse. WINGS - got hot and bbq. Hardly any sauce on the hot ones. Flavor was meh. read more
4 months ago
3 years ago
Hidden gem within a super cool historical building that's serving up AMAZING wings, pizza, and craft beer. I finally got the chance to check out Lees Grocery for a superbowl dinner and will definitely be returning. The atmosphere was very laid back and although it was pretty empty when we went, I can imagine it's a fun spot when it's more busy. The inside is smaller than I anticipated it to be, but I enjoyed it. Made it seem homier. I was surprised to see the large outdoor seating area, which seems great for larger groups! Food: The wings are absolutely amazing. We ordered the 10 wings, plain, with hot and mild sauce and blue cheese on the side. The wings were so perfectly seasoned and almost reminded me of the wings on a rotisserie chicken, nicely smoked. We also got a plain cheese pizza pie, 18''. It came out fresh, hot, and the cheese and sauce had great flavor. It does have a thicker chewier crust. Parmesan cheese, oregano, red pepper, and garlic powder are available to add on top. There were a lot of fun pizza options/ combos and we'll be back to try the more interesting flavors. I'm also interested in trying the garlic parmesan wings. The nice thing about smaller joints like this is that the food comes out quick and so fresh! No food is sitting around when the kitchen is so close to the main dining area. Drinks: They have such a large variey of canned craft beers, ipa's, seltzers, and even non-alcoholic beers. There were also 6 different draft beers. I sipped on some Surfside's, while my boyfriend enjoyed the Tampa Export gold lager. It was a very light and crisp beer. The bartender was great and let us sample a couple of the beers and even made a mix of a sour and seltzer beer that she likes! read more
Overall the experience at Lee's was pretty great. I've been to better and worse local pizza joints. Nothing special about the Caesar Salad. Worth it? Maybe The Pizza was good. I felt like the toppings were a bit light or unevenly distributed. The flavor was pretty good though. The service was good. Some of the workers could be a bit awkward but that's about it. Not much on the ambience or vibe. Really just your pizza bar joint with some beer. Pretty simple. Great patio for the dogs. The value could have been better. Toppings and special pizzas were a bit overpriced compared to the standard cheese. It was a good pizza, but I felt like we could get the same quality for at least a few bucks cheaper. Same with the salad. Nothing bad at all but it may just be an occasional spot rather than frequent or new favorite. read more
3 years ago
Sweet neighborhood spot. Locals must feel real lucky to have a hang like this nearby. Great music playing, good selection of drinks, alcohol and non-alcohol. This spot has limited table seating inside, a couple high and low tops and bar seating as well umbrella covered patio tables outside in the courtyard. Street parking early. No idea how crowded this spot gets later in the evenings but it got busy pretty rapidly after opening. Only thing weird was the pizzas got delivered all out of order. I'm guessing they batch prep by pizza type but it all came out hot and good so no worries. Will def head back here for a laid back meal w good music. read more
2 years ago
Once again... Lee's did not disappoint. Fantastic service and food!! Thank you for being amazing no matter when we visit. read more
Lee's Grocery is the epitome of "If it ain't broke don't fix it." Simple concept, beer, wine, pizza and wings. It has a neighborhood tavern feel. And walking in the aroma of pizza was amazing. It is a small venue with bar seating, two long high tops and two regular tables on the inside and then some outside seating. It was pretty warm inside on my visit. The beer selection is extensive with cans and bottles as well as drafts. What I really liked is the drafts from what I could tell were all from south Florida including one from Oveido Brewing in the Orlando area and one from Tank in the Miami area. It must be a popular spot because it was recommended especially for the wings in two of the breweries we had visited that day. So the service was very good. Ordered the wings 10 for $12.99 and they don't do half orders. So we did an order of the garlic parmesan and an order of the thai chili. The wings here are wet and taste like they are baked not fried. The garlic parmesan were the best of the two. The thai chili was more sweet with very minimal heat. Both were good. I really liked Lee's grocery and I will definitely return if I am in the area. read more
1 year ago
Lee's is one of my favourite little spots to just eat some pizza and wings and wash it all down with a cold beer. They have excellent pies with unique combinations. I really like their Sriracha Bbq pizza in their "secret menu" ;) When it comes to wings, these bad boys fall right off the bone! They are baked and usually covered in rosemary. They look like someone dropped them in the grass but trust me they are delicious haha! They have a wide variety of beers on tap as well as bottled and canned. Briney Melon Gose is my go to! It is a small set up inside and they are usually pretty busy but they do offer outdoor seating. Also it is only street parking so that is something to be aware of. read more
3 years ago
This place was on point! I'm impressed with the perfectly cooked pie and wings we got ;the wings were crispy but not over done , and the pie was well done and didn't flop in the middle . The vibes were super chill the music was good and they were playing the fifth element! The wait staff behind the bar was friendly and attentive. I'll def be back to hang out here again some time , there's a great selection of canned and draft craft beers and the vibe is very chill. read more
4 years ago
It breaks my heart to do this but after this last experience at Lee's I had to update my review. Hubby and I used to visit Lee's regularly when we lived in Tampa. We were back in town this past weekend for the first time in almost 10 months and we invited a few friends to join us. Hubby and I arrived first so we grabbed a table. The bartender came over and we each ordered a draft beer. A short while later, all but one friend had arrived so we placed our food orders. I mentioned to the server we were on separate checks. The pizzas took a long time to come out. And when they did, they weren't the same. The crust wasn't as crispy or seasoned as it was in Lee's prime. It felt like I was eating at a different place. Our server never came back to check on us or to see if we wanted more beer. One of our friends had to go up to the bar to ask for our checks. The server finally came back and had everything on one check. I didn't feel like going through the trouble of splitting it so we just used Venmo. The service at Lee's has gone way down hill. The pizza just isn't the same. I first noticed the decline before we even moved but wanted to give them the benefit of the doubt. Now I doubt I will ever be back. read more
2 years ago
Great waitress, great atmosphere and delicious pizza! So happy we stopped here while in town! read more
4 years ago
We hadn't been to Lee's since before the pandemic began. The pizza was still amazing. We had the Kiki Do You Love Me. It was just as I remembered...crispy and fresh. We also had some garlic parm wings. They could have been crispier, but they were still good. Service was a little slow and I think our waitress just finished her shift without telling us. The other employees noticed and got us our checks and stuff. We went inside to pay and they were very apologetic. We were totally fine though...we were having fun just chilling and hanging on the patio. We will be back soon! read more
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5 years ago
If you know you know! This place deserves 10 stars Great PIZZA and oven baked wings in the city my only complaint is we don't have one in Riverview Food so good I take the drive Not the best photo pizza still looks good read more
2 years ago
6 years ago
Pizza and beer and outdoor seating! Hands down the best beer selection in town....and the pizza crust . Swoon! Seriously, if you've never been, just try them, I have a sneaky feeling you'll love them! Personally I'm a fan of their Dead Man's Party Pizza, but any of their pizzas are phenomenal! Back to the beer.....where else can you go where they have a HUGE selection by.the.bottle/can for individual purchase and straight from a cooler, and they have some on tap as well. Amazing pizza. Best beer selection. Outdoor, or indoor, seating. Cool things to look at. Go. Eat. Drink. Swoon. read more
2 years ago
Lee's has become a staple in our repertoire (pre quarantine, whyyyy 2020, why?) for great pizza, wings, beer, ambiance, music, and overall vibe. We love the neighborhood feel and give Lee's props for staying true, supporting local breweries & vendors. read more
6 years ago
Some of the best "standard" pizza (ie. not gourmet, wood-fired, farm-to-table- sourced pizza like Pizza Box or Gregario) I've found since moving to Florida, along with Hampton Station, Eddie & Sam's, etc. Even if it did kind of look like someone squeezed bird droppings on my last pie.. ;) a little presentation goes a long way, all the way to 5 stars! Beer selection is pretty good. I cringe when hip pizza places expect you to pair your pie with sweet marshmallow stouts -- they had a decent amount of lagers, wheat beers and IPAs on draft, definitely appropriate for the cuisine, and plenty more coffee lactose berliners in the packaged section for the more exotic types. read more
3 years ago
Fantastic pizza and wings. best in town. The sweet chili wings were fire. If you're looking for a chill vibe hole in the wall place with a huge selection of beer, go here read more
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3 years ago
Lee's Grocery is a small neighborhood pizza joint in Tampa Heights. It doesn't have its own parking lot, so parking is just on the streets. I love the vibe of this place: it's laid back, with only one television, funny posters and album covers on the wall, and has a cool combo of music playing, ranging from 80's music to today's. They have a huge variety of beers and ciders in stock. I have become addicted to William's Dragon Breath Hard Apple Cider, and I love that they carry both that and William's Sir Perry Hard Pear Cider, which was delicious. I usually go here for pizza, and it is consistently great. Normal crust (i.e. not thick and not thin), and they are very generous with all the toppings. This past visit I also tried their wings, and they were fabulous. I think what made them so great was all the seasoning the wings had on them - they weren't just coated in buffalo sauce with no other flavor. Plus, the wings were nice and meaty, with not much fat. The bartenders are always friendly, service is quick, and the pizza and wings are delicious. I think this might be my new Sunday hangout. read more
3 years ago
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