It had been way too long since dining at Edison, and that is only due to the fact that we moved out…read moreof state more than a year ago. This recent visit found all four of us wanting more of Chef Jeannie Pierola's creative and flavorful cuisine! We shared some burrata at the bar while we visited with friends and then moved to our table for a delightful dining experience. The tuna tataki was a fantastic sharing plate to kick off a night of amazing flavors. I had the coconut lime glazed black grouper which featured purple sticky rice, a red curry emulsion, pineapple jalapeño chutney & herb salad. Sharing a bite with my partner was a challenge but I played fair as he gave me a divine taste of his seared duck breast. Our friends shared the octopus tiradito and wild caught sea scallops. They raved about the size of the scallops and the accoutrements. We had no room for dessert and plan to return when we fly back into Tampa later this year.

Went back again for our anniversary dinner and absolutely enjoyed ourselves! They brought us a free…read morechampagne round on the house which was so PERFECT! I enjoy that they have a rotating menu so we can try new things each time we go - Steak tartare ($21) preserved lemon, black garlic, miso tahini, crispy potato pave, garlic furikake: SO DELICIOUS! I really enjoyed the combination of the steak with the potato. It was crispy but also soft and the flavors were punchy with the garlic furikake. Definitely opt for this app! - Grilled Honeynut Squash ($29): what a delightful surprise! The flavors were sweet but savory and the yuzu cranberry paired so well with the garlic tahini. The Brussels were out of this world, I could have used more of those! The only miss on the dish was the onion pakora- I loved the onion outside layer but the inside was too dense and didn't taste very good. Everything else on the dish was fantastic and a good portion - Hat Yai Fried Chicken ($42): this was tasty with the purple rice and papaya atchara to give it a nice crunch and texture. I only had a couple bites as this was my boyfriend's dish but he enjoyed it!

Yard House is one of my favorite sports bar of all time. We live in downtown Tampa so it's just a…read morequick walking distance there & home. Not only the drinks are phenomenal, but the food is absolutely amazing. The hubs really likes the brussels sprouts here. I think they are too wet. I wouldn't order them myself. I normally like them crispy on the outside and moist in the middle and not wet. It was a weird sauce almost like Cajun, which is unusual for brussels sprouts. I still think Yeoman's has the best Brussels sprouts in the area. The onion rings here are the absolute best. The breading is flat and smooth, and the onions are thick. Places that make the crispy bumpy batter usually scratch my throat being so crispy however, the onion rings here are flat and smooth, and that doesn't happen. I like to order it with a side of beer cheese dipping sauce; it is absolutely incredible. I definitely recommend ordering a side of beer cheese dipping sauce. The drinks here are so strong. I was only able to get one since it was so strong. They are just too strong for me but very delicious. The hubs likes all of the drinks here he's tried them all. I ordered the espresso reposado martini, and I explained it to the server that I didn't want it sweet and he had a smarta$$ remark. I never saw him again after that drink hopefully, I never get that server again. He was ridiculous. The remainder of the service is absolutely incredible. Everyone is super sweet that we ordered food & rest of our drinks from. They must really enjoy their job. They're just a lovely bunch there. Know the menu extensively well and can recommend anything that you're craving for. Except for the first guy that we ordered our drinks from I would avoid that person. He was weird.

Went here before the Kid Cudi concert last night. When we first walked in, we asked if we could sit…read moreoutside and they said it was first come, first serve. So we walked to the outside shaded area to grab a table but the waitress stopped us and said the free seating is outside outside (in the sun). So we went back in and asked for a table in the shaded outside. They brought us back to the table we were originally trying to sit at. So, already a rough start. The shaded area is nice to sit in though. It wasn't too hot, they had fans on and I wasn't cold for the first time ever. We ordered the truffle fries, Kurobuto Pork burger, wings (half lemon pepper, half buffalo) and Brussels sprouts, a medium sized Blue Moon and a medium sized Yuengling. The truffle fries were terrible! Mostly cold, not crispy, not enough salt, just overall bad. No Parmesan cheese on them either. The Kurobuto burger was actually pretty delicious. It had candied bacon, white American cheese, arugula and blueberry ketchup. The Brussels sprouts were nothing to write home about. They had good flavor, but weren't crispy at all. Half of the wings came out cold (the buffalo ones). We asked to have them replaced and then the waitress disappeared for about 15-20 minutes as our beers sat empty. Not sure what happened, but the wings came back out after 15 minutes, right before we were ready to leave. My friend said she didn't want them because we were about to go to a concert and didn't want to leave them in her car. The waitress finally came back about 10 minutes after that and said the wings should be coming. We told her we sent them back because they took too long. She ended up taking them off the bill. The ambiance was nice and it's a convenient place to eat if you're going to an event at Benchmark, but the food didn't live up to the high prices. Would probably not come back.

I came here for lunch and it was a great experience. On…read moreSwann offers interior and exterior sitting, just be careful of the no-see-ums, when sitting outside. Connor was my waiter and he was friendly and attentive. Check on my table frequently and knew the menu well as he recommended a few options. I really enjoyed the spring salad and added blackened chicken. For the entree, I tried the chicken sandwich that was delicious and love the fries. I highly recommend On Swann!

Came back here again but for Mother's Day brunch. We had an amazing visit as usual. However I was…read moresuper bummed that the menu no longer offers the fried green tomatoes, as those were my favorite here. This time I ordered the smoked Salmon and it was delicious. I had a few bites of the cinnamon roll, which was still amazing. I looked over at my dad's plate which was the short rib hash, and it did not look that great. It was very minimal looking. I tried the famous kale salad and it was bland. My bf ordered the chicken and waffles and was disappointed with the chicken. It was kind of dry and he would have preferred an actual fried peice of chicken instead of tenders. I would still come back here but maybe for dinner next time instead.

Great atmosphere and food is phenomenal! We make a special trip to Ulele from Orlando.read more

We've been fans of Ulele for years because the food and atmosphere are always incredible, but after…read morethis weekend it became a place that will forever mean something deeply personal to us. I reached out while planning a proposal to my now fiancée at the nearby park, hoping to arrange a small photo shoot area with champagne before dinner. After one quick email, the General Manager personally called me and spent time talking through ideas and helping make the evening special. Even with that conversation, I was completely unprepared for just how extraordinary they made everything. When we arrived, we followed a trail of rose petals to a beautifully decorated private table waiting for us with flowers, a handwritten card, champagne, and glasses already set. It honestly felt like something out of a movie. The attention to detail and genuine care from the entire team was unbelievable. The manager working that evening and our server were both absolutely wonderful -- warm, attentive, and sincerely excited for us. And on top of all of that, the food was phenomenal as always. I'm still in awe of how special Ulele made the night feel. I truly cannot imagine a better place to have proposed. This restaurant will always hold a special place in our hearts, and we'll definitely be back for many anniversaries and celebrations to come. Highly, highly recommend.

We got the Chef's tasting menu and it was wonderful! The beef tenderloin was my personal favorite!…read more The service was very good, and they even accommodated me on one of the plates! The new location is small, but it's a very nice cozy spot tucked away on a quiet street in Ybor. I would absolutely come back! I'm very happy with my experience here!

We thought the restaurants was overpriced for what you get. I like how the new location is located…read moredirectly across from a trolley stop in Ybor City. This is very easy to get to from Benchmark international Arena. When you walk in, you walk right into the bar. We were seated in the back. Up first, I had a $15.38 espresso martini. It isn't on the menu, but they made it for me anyways. I was a little confused as it comes in a mini glass. It's literally half an espresso martini for $15.38. Bogus, rip off. For an appetizer we had the $17.38 Korean Pork Belly Tacos. I really liked these and thought it was the best item of the night. We split a $16.38 8th Ave Caesar Salad. When it was split, it was the tiniest salad I've ever been served. For the main entrée I had $43.38 Hanger Steak Frites. It was fine, the meat was pretty good, but I'd probably try something else next time. I did like my $12.38 side of Exotic Mushrooms. I would get those again. I also, had a $15.38 Old Fashioned. The glass was barely even made halfway. Scam. Overall, probably wouldn't come back here. Super small portions for a very big price of just ok food.

Great experience. Our server, Maya, was great and very attentive, personable, and friendly!read more

This is a great waterfront spot just over the walking bridge from the convention center. It can be…read morebusy so prepare to wait. On a recommendation from our server I ordered the Tuna Poke, and I must say that young lady steered me right! It was full of flavor and made to perfection. The tuna was clearly sushi grade and served perfectly chilled. My lunch partner ordered the turkey club and found it really good, but be aware it had a bit of a kick to it. He was not sure if it was the turkey or possibly spicy mayo that contributed to the heat. Nonetheless, he enjoyed it. Good food, friendly service, and a great place to watch the water, don't pass this place by.

Yup, yeah and yessir…read more They have it going on here. Cross that threshold in the front door and you feel it in the air. Magic. Staff is so on it, kitchen is clocked in and workin. What more could you ask for, oh yeah hot and good food. Well guess what - they do that and they do it really really well. I got the skirt steak and I joined the clean plate club. I loved it. Shoutout Owen. He was my server and he made it feel like I was the most important customer ever. He is a superstar. They are doing it right. They have it going on. Thank you Oak and Ola for a fantastic time.

Sooo Oak & Ola is a repeat for me, and I'm definitely late on this review. I've been for both lunch…read moreand dinner, and each time the food has been fresh and tasty. I really like the interior decor and attention to detail. Our server was attentive and nice, which made the experience even better. What I ordered: Deviled Eggs: The fried capers set it off! Chicken Salad Croissant Sandwich: Fresh and filling

Came for happy hour with a friend and it was everything I'd hope for. Drinks were great ranging…read morefrom $7-9 and the cucumber gimlet was so refreshing! I got the fried green tomato Caprese and didn't want balsamic on it but the pesto on bottom did just the trick. Staff were kind and helpful with suggestions and there's plenty of parking on the street or a small lot behind the restaurant

Nicely decorated, photo worthy spot. The establishment was clean and welcoming. Parking was easy,…read morethere's a lot behind the building. We tried the espresso martini flight and ehhh photo worthy but it was just okay. No option to customize the flavors, so you're kind of stuck with whatever comes with it, even if you don't like the flavors. The mussels appetizer was good. My friend ordered the Kale Caesar salad...but it came out with spinach instead, which was a little odd. We both got the short rib for our entree and honestly... neither of us liked it. The flavor was lacking The service was great. Our waitress was friendly and attentive. Pricing fits for the type of restaurant, but based on the overall experience, it didn't feel worth the high bill this time around.

Brussels!!!! And more brussels!!! So many toppings! I wish these brussels were more charred, but…read morethere is so much going on. I love all of the flavors combined. I've never had brussels amongst so many other food items all at once. Highly recommend. The espresso martini here is brewed with legit straight from the espresso machine espresso. Super duper duper strong espresso taste. I think it was even too much espresso for me. The French onion soup was pretty good. Not as good as Boulon on Water Street, but I liked it. The $11 Green Machine tastes like some health drink, but it actually has alcohol. Pretty wild. Cool little spot. Kind of in the middle of nowhere. Glad I came here after work one day. I'll be back to eat more brussels!

We wanted to have breakfast on Saturday morning, so we went to Willa's. We found parking in their…read morelot. We checked in at the reception, then got seated at our table and greeted by the server. After looking at the menu, we ordered Black Coffee, a Latte, a Chicken Salad Sandwich, Nate Plate with Salmon, Scrambled Eggs, and Kids French Toast. We got our coffees first, and they were made really well, a great start to our breakfast! We got the rest of our food around 10 minutes later. We had Chicken Salad Sandwich, Nate Plate with Salmon, Scrambled Eggs, and French Toast for breakfast, and they were all delicious! The Chicken Salad Sandwich was great, it was well-made and came in good portion, which really satisfied our hunger.

The restaurant is beautiful. The staff are friendly and helpful. The food is out of this world…read more After hearing many positive reviews from friends we tried brunch at OLIVIA. The whole family loved it. Great coffee and tea. We started with the Burrata and Garlic Bread. The best garlic bread I have ever eaten in my life. My daughter had the pepperoni flatbread, which she was delighted with. Husband had the Chicken Parm Sandwich. Phenomenal sandwich. Loved the pesto and the soft bread. Delicious! I had the Chicken Milanese- great dish. We will be back!

I am beyond thrilled with not only the food but also the service at Olivia's. I've been dying to…read moretry this place, and my taste buds are absolutely happy as can be. I went on a Sunday and had the best experience. The ambiance was beautiful--everything was clean, the noise level was not loud at all, and I loved the lighting and overall atmosphere of the open-concept space. It felt comfortable, elevated, and easy to enjoy a full meal without feeling overwhelmed or rushed. Our server was training someone, but you couldn't even tell--it was so professional. One thing I noticed was how many people work there, and I really hope it stays that way. Each staff member had a specific role, and it made the entire service feel seamless. There was no rushing and no stress on the servers. You could tell they really enjoyed what they were doing. They also offer complimentary valet, and you can even Venmo a tip, which made arrival and departure super easy. At the end of our meal, someone even came to box up our food for us--we didn't have to do it ourselves. Very old school NY!!! Top-tier service. As for the food: the oysters we had were flavorful, and the garlic bread selection was soft and not overly heavy on the garlic. My friend ordered the scallops with risotto and crispy prosciutto, and I ordered the special chicken Parmesan with a side of spaghetti in a lemon sauce that they suggested. I was in the mood for a lemon-flavored pasta, and they absolutely delivered. Both plates were phenomenal. I wish they had a place like this in Orlando. I also wish the chicken parm would always be a special because that sauce was delicious. Growing up in Brooklyn, I've had some really good Italian food--and I would absolutely come back here. I'd give service five stars and food five stars. Thank you for a great meal--you did not disappoint.