My visit was for a couple of cocktails before heading to Benchmark Arena for a show…read more Service was fast and attentive. Menu looked good but didn't try their food, yet! Their cocktails are delicious. The bar area is beautiful with a choice of inside or outside seating with views of the bay. Beautiful place. We'll visit again for a full experience soon!

Service 5/5: our server was amazing, very attentive, always had her glasses filled, and made sure…read morethat we were taken care of. Food 4.5/5: or the salmon bagel, which was fantastic! There was a great amount of creamer, and the fish was so fresh and not that weird fishy smell to it. The greens complemented and balanced out the fattiness of the salmon. We also got their brunch burger, which we ordered at medium rare. It's probably the first place I've ever served me an actual medium rare burger cooked correctly! The egg was nice and runny the bun was seasoned. I could've gone without the croissant bun. I think it got soggy and the flavor didn't quite fit. I was expecting a more buttery, flaky croissant rather I got a more sweet dough croissant. Otherwise, the other components were put together very well. The french fries are also cooked perfectly. Highly recommend. Then we ended the meal off with macadamia pancakes. The pancakes themselves were kind of flat but surprisingly very moist and very yummy. I wasn't expecting them to be moist because I have flat they were, but it was very good. The macadamia and the fruit combo on top was delicious. The passionfruit syrup was tangy and sour. My only feedback is to serve it with whipped cream or something to just relieved all the sourness that's on this plate. Otherwise very well executed. We'll definitely be back!

My friend and I have been wanting to try this place for awhile now. So we stopped by on a Sunday…read moreevening. When we walked in we noticed how clean it is. Great first impression. Our waitress was very sweet with an outgoing personality. She was the only waitress and stayed on top of her tables. I ordered the Greek pork chops w/salad and she ordered the chicken dish w/soup. Everything was very fresh and yummy. The chops were moist and so flavourful. It came with mash taters and veggies. The chicken was also moist and so good. *they do offer a full bar (I didn't drink) I was very impressed that the owner stepped in to help his staff when business picked up. I don't see that often enough. Highly recommend and I will be back!

I liked the place as soon as we drove up, easy parking, large American and Greece flags flying…read more While Foodys is primarily a Greek restaurant with all sorts of Greek dishes, it offers much, much more, including sandwiches, pizzas, breakfast, and what I tried, burgers. I'll start by saying the two people with me had Greek dishes, Chicken Naousa and Chicken Souvlaki, and both had positive things to say. If we return someday I will go Greek, as I found my burger a little dry and kind of a challenge. My choice was their Dallas BBQ Cheeseburger with bacon, which I asked to be cooked medium. My plate was full with the burger itself, fries, and separately the usual burger toppings. With the onion rings and the bacon strips, I decided to not try to assemble with the toppings but just include those as I ate. The slowness of the meal was noticeable, I started with a side Caesar Salad, which took about 20 minutes to arrive.

Spicy Rigatoni with a cutlet was unreal…read more Captain Crunch Brussels was also very good.

No parking available on same side of street, plenty of parking across the street. Hope the City of…read moreTampa adds a crosswalk due to crazy Tampa drivers!! Nice atmosphere, menu had a bunch of great options for Sunday brunch. They had the big garage style window open at the bar to the outside-very cool look & vibe but, SO many big flies inside the restaurant. My girls and I were struggling to wait for our food that took over 35 min (big party outside). Our server was very professional and nice! Wish we had a better first visit. Will try dinner another day. $70+ for brunch (and 2 of us had water) was hard to fully enjoy with big flies buzzing around us and landing on patrons all around us.

My wife and I wanted a nice, special dinner before welcoming our second baby. A last hurrah, for…read morethe time being, if you will, and chose Ponte Modern American. Our early evening dinner was fantastic. Excellent service, excellent food and everything we would expect from a fine dining experience curated by the family-owned The Ponte Group. We're big fans of On Swann and Olivia and have had Ponte Modern American on our list for a while. We arrived to Midtown and were ready for our dining experience. We received a friendly welcome into the light and airy entrance. We were escorted along white cloth covered tables to the spot where we would dine. Our server was around quick and started on drinks for us. The cocktail menu offers classic and modern versions of some of the most common drinks. I love an old fashioned and opted for the "modern" version. Instead of bourbon, it was made with Japanese whiskey, kokuto, which is considered to be the world's healthiest brown sugar and black walnut bitters. It had depth and flavor and a flair that made it stand out compared to the classic drink. My wife had a mocktail. It was light, sweet and hit the spot she said. We didn't order any starters but a man with a variety of fresh breads came around multiple times. He offered up as much as we would like, everything from sourdough to focaccia and beyond. My favorite was a black olive sourdough. The Chef also sent out a small espresso cup filled with his signature mushroom soup. At first a little confused, I eventually got bold with it and sipped this like I was sipping coffee. It was really good. Thick, rich and flavorful. The white mushrooms and earthy truffle creme made this a hit. I could have had a whole bowl of this but soup just isn't my go-to. Between the cocktail, bread and soup, this dinner was already starting out pretty fantastic. For our mains, I got the house specialty Beef Wellington. My wife got the boneless short ribs entree. Our food arrived and we were ready to dig in. Like most elegant dining experiences, you can expect top notch food, smaller portions and a focus on presentation. My Beef Wellington was served medium rare. It was wrapped in salty prosciutto, mushroom duxelles and had a little extra depth, foie gras. The duck liver added texture and a buttery flavor that melded with everything well. The earthy minced mushrooms had an array of pointed subtle flavor. I appreciated the classic take on a classic dish, that had a hint of flair that worked so well. The red wine demi glas was an excellent dipping sauce and added to the overall presentation with it's dark red smear on the plate. My wife highly enjoyed her short ribs. The tender beef was rich in flavor and paired well with pureed potatoes and an apple slaw garnish for a hint of sweet with a little spice. We also shared a side dish. The campanelle mac and cheese. This was rich, creamy and an excellent Mac and cheese side that we would definitely get again. While we didn't order dessert, they did send out three small sweets. A mini key lime custard, dark chocolate and a small chocolate chip cookie. All of them were sweet and tasty. A nice little finish. Our dinner at Ponte was great. From the service, to the food, to the ambiance and experience, all maintain that level of elegance and modern that make it what it is: a restaurant you should eat at.

My spouse and I celebrated our anniversary at Ponte, and it was an exceptional experience from…read morestart to finish. I've been following Chef Chris Ponte since his Café Ponte days in Clearwater years ago, so dining at Ponte had been on our list for a long time. It absolutely lived up to our expectations. We chose to sit in the Gramercy Lounge, which had a lively, energetic atmosphere that we thoroughly enjoyed. It felt sophisticated yet relaxed, creating the perfect setting for a special night out. The service was outstanding (Devon was wonderful!), attentive, professional, and genuinely focused on making our evening memorable. We started with the baked oysters and French onion soup, both of which were excellent. For the main course, we shared the 40 oz Porterhouse, cooked perfectly and packed with flavor. The sides were just as impressive, the lobster mac & cheese was rich and decadent, and the creamed spinach was outstanding. To celebrate our anniversary, we enjoyed glasses of Pinot Grigio and an Old Fashioned, and the restaurant even included a thoughtful anniversary toast that made the evening feel even more special. Every dish was beautifully prepared, and the quality and consistency of the food showcased why Chef Ponte has remained one of Tampa Bay's most respected culinary talents. Ponte delivered everything we were hoping for: exceptional food, impeccable service, a vibrant atmosphere, and a memorable anniversary experience. We left already looking forward to our next visit. Highly recommend Ponte for date nights, anniversaries, celebrations, or anyone looking for one of the finest dining experiences in the Tampa Bay area.

Michael Stewart teamed up with Hell's Kitchen contestant Robert Hesse to create The Landon, serving…read moreelevated American cuisine with global influences and a fun, adventurous vibe. And the food? Did not disappoint! The service was top notch with nothing but perfection to say the least. The pull-apart milk bread is an absolute must. Chad may or may not have eaten an entire loaf--or two--himself! The sticky toffee butter cake was another standout, along with the hamachi crudo and the seriously creative tuna tartare cannolis. But the Strawberry Shortcake Vacherin deserves a special mention. It's a deconstructed strawberry shortcake featuring crisp, airy meringue (pavlova), crunchy shortbread pieces, juicy sweet strawberries, and tart lemon sorbet. The combination of textures and flavors was fantastic, and the lemon sorbet was the perfect balance to the sweetness. Definitely worth venturing out to SoHo for--and apparently worth ordering an extra loaf of bread!

I celebrated my birthday here, and it was truly a five-star experience. The Landon is an upscale…read morerestaurant with exceptional food and service that more than live up to its reputation. For appetizers, I enjoyed the Gouda mac and cheese and the asparagus. For my entrées, I chose the seafood options--the grouper and the red snapper. Both dishes were cooked to perfection and absolutely incredible. Every bite was flavorful, and they left me wanting more. The service was outstanding from the moment we walked through the doors until the time we left. Even though the restaurant was fairly new when we visited, everything ran seamlessly. I highly recommend The Landon for anyone looking for an elevated dining experience.

A perfect spot for a fresh, uncomplicated breakfast with one of the best waterfront views in Tampa…read more I kept it simple with the Caesar salad, and it was exactly what I wanted. I love a crunchy and fresh salad. Sometimes simple done well is the hardest thing to find. #stlouispescatarianapproved Doubles as a breakfast spot for Chilaquiles! The restaurant sits inside the Current Hotel overlooking Tampa Bay.

Excellent experience staying at the hotel and dining at the bar. Food took awhile to come out, but…read morewas hot and fresh and delicious when it arrived. Live music added a nice touch to the ambiance.

amazing customer service and food. beautiful view…read more I would recommend everyone here. Even if you have a reservation, be patient. They are busy for a reason. That's the restaurant industry for you. But you will love it.

We came here for a Sunday brunch, we made a reservation but about 2 hours before coming in. We were…read moreseated immediately. We sat outside, the view was gorgeous. Food was absolutely fantastic, we had ceviche, tuna tostada, chicken tacos, and garden salad. Portions were large and we had plenty of food. They also have a nice zero proof menu. Our waitress was nice however the lady who brought the food wasn't nice at all. We asked her if we can get bigger plates since we had all sharing foods and not a main course each, she rolled her eyes at the request and never brought the plates. Honestly, her altitude was very bad. For the amount of money they charge, the service should be better. Otherwise a fantastic place.

It is part of a hotel so you have to go through their gate to get in. Ordered the po boy shrimp…read moresandwich which has apparently won an award. It was excellent. My husband and and son both had the burgers and they said it was good. Drinks were yummy! Wish we could have stayed to watch the sunset. It's right on the water. Would definitely come back! Shelby our bartender was great!

The food is awesome and service is awesome!!!! Had dinner last night, burgers, fries and konch…read morefritters were delicious. Breakfast even better. Alcohol drinks were a little weak, but that may be a good thing. Definitely eat there again.