Specialties
Enjoy locally roasted coffee from Buddy Brew Coffee, handmade gelato from Duomo Gelato, and delicious boba tea made with natural ingredients and tapioca pearls from a local Tampa Tea natural supplier.
Good vibes, great sips, and a love for all things local—sip, sip, hooray!
At Social Sips Cafe and Bar, we keep things fresh and flavorful with top-quality ingredients. Our coffee is made with locally roasted beans from Buddy Brew Coffee right here in Tampa—so it’s always rich and smooth. And for a sweet treat, try our handmade gelato from Duomo Gelato, crafted by true Italian pros, also based in Tampa. Local tastes better!
History
Established in 2024.
At Social Sips Café and Bar, I wanted to create a warm, welcoming space where great flavors and community come together. What inspired me to start this business was simple: Tampa deserves a café that supports local makers and serves drinks and treats made with real quality. Our coffee is brewed with locally roasted Buddy Brew beans for a rich, smooth taste. Our handmade gelato comes from Duomo Gelato, crafted by Italian artisans right here in Tampa. We’ve also added authentic bubble tea using premium, locally sourced ingredients. Social Sips is all about connection—neighbors meeting up, friends hanging out, families stopping in for something sweet. Whether you're here for coffee, gelato, or bubble tea, we’re proud to serve fresh, local flavors that make every visit feel special. Welcome to Social Sips Café, where community tastes better.
Meet the Business Owner: Drew N.
I started Social Sips Café because I’ve always believed that great food and drinks bring people together. After years of visiting local cafés and seeing how they became gathering spots for friends, families, and neighbors, I wanted to create a place just like that—somewhere warm, welcoming, and community-focused. Supporting local makers has always been important to me, which is why we serve Tampa’s own Buddy Brew Coffee, handmade gelato from Duomo Gelato, and authentic bubble tea made with locally sourced ingredients. What inspires me every day is seeing people relax, connect, and enjoy something crafted with quality and care. Social Sips Café is more than a business to me—it’s a space built to bring joy, flavor, and community together in one spot. I’m grateful for every customer who walks through our doors.