My husband and I absolutely loved Bakery 1908! It's such a fun experience from the minute you walk…read morein. You grab a tray and a pair of tongs and make your way through the bakery, with separate glass display cases for the sweet and savory pastries. You just pick whatever looks good -- which is dangerous because everything looks good! First of all, the prices are fantastic. Most of the buns are under $4. My absolute favorite was the ham and cheese bun. The bun is slightly sweet and the ham and cheese are savory, and the combination is SO good. The blueberry bun was another favorite -- it almost had a blueberry cheesecake flavor. We also tried the curry bun, which was delicious. We ordered several of the hot items too. The har gow (shrimp dumplings) were outstanding. They have a delicate steamed wrapper filled with plump, juicy shrimp, and these were honestly some of the best I've ever had. I've eaten in multiple restaurants in Chinatown in both Los Angeles and San Francisco, so that's saying a lot! The Shanghai dumplings, which are little soup dumplings filled with meat and broth, were also delicious. We also tried the steamed pork ribs. The flavor was very good, but steamed pork has a different appearance and there were some fatty pieces. I'm glad we tried them, but they're probably the one thing I wouldn't order again. Another huge plus was the pricing on the hot food -- every hot entrée we looked at was under $10. Between the two of us, we ordered seven different things, couldn't even finish everything, and our entire check was only $46. Great quality, great variety, and an incredible value. I will definitely be back. I was going to say I wish there were one closer to us...but maybe it's a good thing there isn't, because I would probably eat those ham and cheese buns every day! Five stars!

Extremely disappointing customer service, especially from the manager…read more I placed an order for two milk tea drinks at 1:24 PM. While waiting, I watched another customer receive her drinks even though I was already ahead of her by approximately four customers in line. At 1:32 PM, I approached the gentleman at the counter to ask about my order. He did not greet me or acknowledge me. He looked at my receipt, looked at his watch, and dismissively said, "It's not even 10 minutes." He then asked me, "What do you want to do?" When I asked what he meant, he told me I could either wait or get my money back. He checked in the back and came back telling me it would be another five minutes. I agreed to wait. Five minutes later, instead of simply addressing the delay or apologizing, he told me I could grab a bun while I waited. I explained that I already had a bun and that, considering the inconvenience and the way the situation was handled, I felt a discount would have been an appropriate gesture. Instead, he offered to refund my money and gave me another receipt without the drinks. The most disappointing part was Norman, the manager. At no point did he apologize, acknowledge the inconvenience, or make any genuine effort to resolve the situation professionally. As a manager, I expected him to step in, listen to the customer, and demonstrate some level of courtesy and accountability. Instead, his attitude left me with the very clear impression that he simply did not care whether he had my business or not. I completely understand that a bakery can get busy and that orders can sometimes take longer than expected. The issue wasn't simply the wait--it was the attitude and the complete lack of customer service. A simple apology and a professional response could have completely changed the experience. Unfortunately, I left feeling dismissed and unappreciated as a customer. Management should understand that customers remember how they are treated, especially when something goes wrong. I will not be returning, and I hope the owners take this feedback seriously and address how customers are being treated by management.

Absolutely love this place. From the time you walk in your greeted with personal trays and tongs to…read moregather whatever treats your heart desires. They have a variety of freshly baked pastries, donuts, and other baked goods. This time we got a pistachio filled doughnut, a chocolate delight, doughnut, and a strawberry cream doughnut. They also have good coffees which we didn't get this time around, but I highly recommend. I always love how fresh the food is. It's medium noise and it stays pretty busy. So definitely don't go when you were in a rush.

I have been to Lotte in New Tampa 1/2 but never in the Tous Les Jours bakery…read more It is relatively small,but it seems to be a Korean bakery with both sweet and savory pastries and drinks. Many items are packaged independently or you can use tongs to grab your item. Prices are in the range of $3-8 for pastries. After Karen V's review of the Pumpkin Spice Cloud Donut, I was intrigued. The donut looks like a standard "yeast" donut with some pumpkin seeds on top with powdered sugar. When I ate it, I was surprised at how much pumpkin spice cream filling there was. It was very smooth and tasted homemade and not as "synthetic" as Dunkin or Krispy Kreme. There was a lot of it. It actually squirted out the top opening lol. Be careful. The actual donut mass was very soft, though I couldn't taste any pumpkin flavor in that. I'm not a big donut person ,but it was a very nice treat. If you are a fan of donuts with fluid in them, I strongly recommend trying this. 4/5

So many college days spent here studying and writing essays. The coffees were great and the seating…read morewas a vibe inside

Nestled under some tall trees, sits this cute, cozy, quirky, quaint, upbeat little coffee and tea…read morehouse. You'd never guess busy Fowler Avenue and all those shiny new businesses are just steps away. This is free-spirited, relaxing and zen. You can study here, chill-out and reset. It's colorful and very sunny, but it would also be the snuggliest place to sit while it's raining and just sip away and read. There are so many drink and food options here. I had the pistachio matcha with strawberry cold foam and a spinach/feta pastry. Both were good choices. You can order at the register or from a QR code and they'll call you to come get it. It's so casual and laid back. This adorable hangout would melt away any work frazzles I could possible walk in with. I love the low ceilings and the vintage hardwood floors and the slouchy couch and the eastern light streaming in the front window of this older, repurposed home. There's original artwork everywhere, including the ceiling (some of it's for sale). There's also a rack of clothing items, jewelry, scrunchies and other items for sale. I love the eclectic vibe-and the guitar propped up by the front window. Phoebe could definitely sing "Smelly Cat" here. Heck, they're so welcoming here, Ross could probably set up his keyboard and share "the sound." They DO have live music here-and a side patio. There's some parking up front and extra parking in back. And the service is friendly. I'm so glad I found this spot. I'll be back to try the apple fritter croissant and soak up more relaxation. Happy days from Felicitous!

If you're visiting Ybor City, do yourself a favor and stop by La Segunda Bakery and Cafe. This…read morehistoric bakery has been serving the Tampa community since 1915, and it's easy to see why it's still a local favorite over a century later. (La Segunda Bakery) Everything we tried was incredible! The sandwiches are huge, loaded with flavor, and made on their famous fresh Cuban bread. The empanadas were perfectly seasoned and packed with delicious fillings. And don't even get me started on the pastries, they're fresh, flaky, and absolutely amazing. The best part? The prices are incredibly reasonable, especially for the quality and generous portions you receive. Whether you're grabbing breakfast, lunch, or just satisfying a sweet tooth, La Segunda is a must-visit. We'll definitely be back!

Delivery order breakfast during our Tampa trip. The pastelito de guayaba con queso was incredibly…read morefresh and flaky, featuring a huge and well filled crescent portion. The guayaba con queso flip was also delicious, but it texture was not quite as outstanding to me when compared to the pastelito. Also tried double press Cuban toast for the first time, and enjoyed every bite. Next time gotta get a cortadito to go with it.

The cake I ordered was a decorative cake. The moon shaped piece was 10 in and the smaller piece was…read more4 in. The design came out like expected and I really appreciate them for going out of their way to make this work.

The birthday cakes are delicious and well made. I usually order the cake the day before the events…read moreand their daily bake goods are great too.

Their flat bread is absolutely amazing. I put mine in the oven for a few minutes and when it comes…read moreout, it's hot and fluffy with slightly crisped edges. Perfect with hummus or dips, olives etc. absolutely amazing. They have their store in tapa but you can find it at several middle eastern stores throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Heard great things about their pita too.

I get their flatbread at a Mediterranean shop near me…read more EXCELLENT! Soft. Fluffy. Fresh. Definitely recommend!

Absolutely love their chicken on the bone! They have a lunch buffet that you can choose your meat…read moreand sides from, that is changed daily. They also have many fresh made pastries to choose from. The shop is smaller with limited seating but it is kept very clean. There are also a few tables and chair outside. The staff is friendly and happy to help.

Still a wonderful Latin cafe and bakery. Came here bc it had been a while and I wanted to pick up…read morea quick lunch for my husband. I ordered the pernil(roast pork) with rice and gandules and sweet plantains. I also ordered a stuffed potato ball and croquetas and a loaf of pan de sabao bread. All were so good. Everyone is very nice here and they speak English and Spanish. They have beautiful cakes, cookies, crossaints, mallorcas here as well. There is a menu with hot food like other entrees such as Chicken, meatballs, pork chops, rice, and sancocho, and sandwiches. This place is clean and cute and parking right in front. Great local family business! Check them out!

Glad to have an Asian grocery store in the Tampa area. Lotte Plaza Market has everything from fresh…read moreseafood, fresh veggies to a variety of snacks. There's even a food court with plenty of Asian cuisine options. Customer service was great with helping to find certain items. This store is quite large and bright. There is plenty of parking available.

A lot of stuff caught my eye on this last visit to Lotte Market. I just came home with Chinese…read moreeggplant, Banana ketchup, carrots, & kimbap(Korean rolls), they were good. This time the variety of banchan and the sushi grade salmon caught my eye. There was so many different varieties. I am sensitive with the smell though and this has a milder but still obvious smell compared to other Asian Markets which are way stronger. They also have a lot of plants available to purchase outside. The people working the check out are very nice.

I hate that I didn't get any pictures because this is exactly the kind of local spot that deserves…read morethe attention. I stopped by later in the day, and they were basically sold out of almost everything which, honestly, is usually a great sign for a donut shop. There were only a few apple fritters left, along with some Boston cream donuts, so I grabbed a box to bring to the office during my clinical rotations and made sure to save one of each for myself. The apple fritter was absolutely delicious. fresh, flavorful, and packed with that perfect balance of sweetness and texture. The Boston cream was just as good, with a light, fluffy donut and a rich filling that wasn't overly sweet. The biggest compliment I can give is that the entire office loved them, and they disappeared quickly. The staff was friendly and welcoming, and the whole place had that classic mom-and-pop shop feel that's getting harder to find these days. You can tell they focus on making quality products rather than trying to be a trendy chain. Next time I'll definitely make it there earlier before everything sells out. If a shop is running low by the afternoon, they're clearly doing something right. Hole In One Donut is a hidden gem, and I'd absolutely recommend stopping by if you're in the area. I'll definitely be back.

Once again the donuts were a hit. This place does not miss! They treats are delicious and made to…read moreperfection. If you need to indulge, this is the perfect place to go!

My son & I stopped in today for some of the best baklava I've ever had in my life. We will…read moredefinitely be back for more.

Just leaving a small note about my most recent visit! Still an amazing establishment with yummy…read morepastries and baked goods!! The space is clean and the staff are always friendly :)