Armature Works is one of my favorite spots in Tampa! It's the perfect place for lunch with so many…read moredelicious food options all in one location. The atmosphere is always fun and welcoming, making it great for families, friends, or even a casual date. I also love that it's pet-friendly outdoors, so you can bring your dog along while enjoying the beautiful Riverwalk views. There always seems to be something happening, from live music and markets to seasonal events, which makes every visit a little different!

As someone who visited Tampa as a tourist, Armature works is a must-go-to food court area, it's a…read morepretty popular place teeming with people, and there you can finds all sorts of foods such as Sushi, drinks, BBQ, ice cream, there's even a place there that has carnival food, or what I went there for, Cuban food. The Cuban sandwich and flan I got there were amazing, and the people were friendly, something I've noticed with people in Tampa in general shout out to them. Overall it had a good vibe, an old fashioned sort of style of interior with stuff to do all around it, the World Cup was also going on so in the back of the building there was a watch party with a giant screen for the Argentina V Switzerland game, which just gave me the feeling of "hey, this place is awesome they even do screenings in their back yard!"

A really lively market with excellent variety of local vendors…read more This was our first time attending and I was surprised with how many people brought their dogs with them. Plenty of parking but if you want to park close, good luck! Lots of people but it didn't feel overly crowded. We will definitely attend again.

Great evening market to have that join the grove shop and the Krate together. This market is a…read moregood link with both shopping and food locations. Market Elaine only happens first Friday of every month from 5 pm to 9 pm. I actually like the vendors shop. They are many specialty. It include bake good, coffees stand, clothing, accessories, jewelry, dog food, pet store, arts, candles, candy, plants, and more. The market occupies Wesley Grove Blvd. and Coconut Palm Lane. Parking is easy that surrounded the compound. I like to go to Double Branch Brewery and get a go cup beer and walk around the vendors shop.

I love when I can catch this market. I wish more vendors would come out BUT it does appear that it…read morehas been expanding a bit . It's good to have a different variety each time ! Awesome to attend on a beautiful day . There's a huge selection of foods to try. I know inflation is in full effect but some of the prices at the vendors are simply outrageous for the small amount of foods you get. Some are cashless and some accept both. I've been a couple of times and this is the second time I've bought some fresh fruit and it was very underwhelming by time i get home .

Very cool market on water street that takes place on every third Sunday of the month. There are so…read moremany different vendors offering a variety of goods and services. I suggest stopping by and checking them out for yourself. You won't be disappointed. It gets crowded and prepare for lots of fur babies. The ambiance is refreshing. Can't beat walking around in beautiful weather enjoying goodies from local entrepreneurs !

Fresh coconut $4 each Togo cup is about 2 coconut for $7…read moreStar fruit is $1 each but was pretty big.

We came late but there were only two places selling produce. Most of it was store bought or same…read moresuppliers as the big stores. The prices were nothing to get excited about, they were normal to high. And the produce wasn't great either.

Great market. So many stores and shipping options. Many food choices as well. Love this place.read more

A wonderful addition to the Channel District. Tampa is finally bringing more and more things to do…read moredowntown and it is only getting better. Maven Market was one of the first. Located on the lots surrounding Maven Designs, an eclectic gallery of knick knacks, art, antiques to kitsch. Jennifer Brewer is an amazing event planner and got me started here with the first showing of my art work. There is always a food truck or two and a lot of times some great bands and musicians. Makers, art, and a myriad of other vendors. As far as I know it is the 2nd Saturday of each month. I also know they are always looking for new vendors.

This is a market that makes food for other Vietnamesed and Asian visitors....and that's what makes…read morethis market special. This isn't Americanized food...it's flavored and made the way it would be in Vietnam. It's not huge, but more than one can eat/try in a visit....and it's really a "must visit" market if you're anywhere near the airport. I had snails which were outstanding, a spicy beef soup which was equally outstanding and I brought home a noodle dish of some sort that looked so good when they made 3 for the lady in front of me, I just ordered one. Note: this is authentic...when I asked what something was, some of the vendors did not speak english...so I bought the noodle dish with no explaination....and when I ate it for lunch today, it was also outstanding.

So much food selections. The settings were nice for everyone. The people were friendly and…read moreservice was fast. We will come back when in town again.

Great outdoor market! So many local vendors with amazing goods! Everyone is very friendly and…read morehappy! There was even a DJ which made for a great atmosphere! We loved everything about the market including the artwork we brought home as a souvenir!!

I didn't know they had a Saturday market until I stumbled upon it…read more I had a very tasty jerk chicken sandwich with plantains (the vendor also sells their spice blends). There were also some great jewelry vendors; I purchased some hand-crafted earrings for only $18. In addition to good and food, I did also see one or two produce vendors like a traditional farmer's market. What makes this market are the wild chickens - I loved them! 2025: 12/100

I went to Indie Flea for the first time this past weekend because I wanted to check out the new…read moreArmature Works. Parking was a disaster; between the outdoor church services in the nearby park, and all the exercisers, I was just driving down the street to leave when somebody pulled out and I got their spot. After walking around to the back of the building, there were four vendors set up. I thought - is this all there is? - and then finally I noticed people were using a different back entrance to gain access to the actual flea market. Directional signs would be a major plus next time! Inside there was an excellent selection of vendors, piled far and wide into narrow rows. I would have loved to have spent more time perusing, but it got so crowded so quickly, it was impossible. One trip through and I was done. If you don't like crowds, this is NOT the event for you. One final thought - please, for the love of all that is holy, leave your strollers and your pets at home. Carry your babies, or don't bring them, but there was certainly not enough room for the overwhelming number of carriages and the mass of humanity that filled this tiny space.

The holiday Flea Market of December 2015 was pretty packed with a great turnout. I enjoyed the…read moreopportunity to visit the historic Rialto Theatre and the chances to see inside it. I also liked historic neighboring buildings that are starting to get repurposed as the area starts to blossom. Next door is a custom woodwork and furniture shop. They also do laser engraving and stencils. Woodshop classes. Hidden Springs Ale Works is next door on the other side. It is a newish brewery spot and tasting room in a warehouse space. The Heights YMCA, Carnegie library building, Waterworks Park and Ulele Restaurant, Cafe Hey, Oceanic Oriental Market, and Cafe Hey are also nearby. The indie vendors are the main attraction at the Indie Flea. Several crafters of leather goods, belts, purses, bags, a lovely smock and bag maker, Dark Cycle and other local t-shirt and clothing design companies, some cake and donut vendors, a few food trucks, candles, soaps, wreaths and succulents, cards, vintage items and such as well as good people watching. Disney Springs / Downtown Disney this ain't. These hipsters are fashionistas!!! I wore my best Americsn Apparel vintage tee. This is a great project by community minded peeps. Buy local. Love local. Live local. And fight Mayor Buckhorn's TBX highway expansion that will decimate, destroy and divide these historic neighborhoods once again in favor of suburban commuters and Buckhorn's big business construction buddies.

I will definitely be back to this farmer's market!!!!! I did notice that the vendor who had a…read morestreet view were definitely higher than the vendors in the back. The vendors in the back were also less pushy. I really enjoy being able to just look around and not have someone breathing down my neck. I believe the lady that helped me in the back vendor booths name I believe was Samantha was just a joy. Made the whole experience just that much more enjoyable. I didn't haggle prices, I mean really $5 for a case of tomatoes....CASE!!! All of them large and tasty. The whole box. Granted you will have to give some away or can them but wow. Anyone who has been to the grocery store....ever....will be amazed at the prices. I, also, am not sure if these are local farmers or not. I was told that some were, I was also told this place may be open 24/7. Will have to get back to you on that one.

In the peak of summer heat, there are fewer vendors open, fewer selections and very few local…read moreitems. Today we could not find broccoli or mushrooms, but some great deals on avocados. Most of the available stuff like tomato, cabbage and lettuce are clearly shipped in and wilt in the mid-day sun. This place is best in the winter growing season for Central Florida when strawberries and green veggies are abundant and cheap.

Visited Sanwa this past week to get some fresh veggies and other things…read more This was my first time here and my friend Jenny walked me through the place showing everything Sanwa has to offer. It is open to the public and it does get super busy in the afternoon so I would try to get there early. The parking lot is a little tight to pull into, but not terrible. Inside you will find huge items in bulk and all your groceries store essentials. Also the have wholesale items and all kinds of international stuff to make different cuisines, plus containers, plating, etc.. They have a really nice meat section and fruits and vegetables section as well. I was able to get everything I need plus more for the week.

Sanwa Farmer's Market is a busy, casual market that offers a wide variety of fresh produce, meats,…read moreand everyday grocery items at generally affordable prices. It has a very local, no-frills feel, and it's more about practicality than presentation. The experience is generally solid, especially if you're looking for fresh ingredients or bulk shopping. It can get crowded and a bit hectic at times, but that's part of the typical market atmosphere.