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The Mediterranean Chickpea

4.9 (266 reviews)
Closed • 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

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Casual
Quiet
Outdoor seating
Good for kids

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The Falafel Bowl was delicious! And large portions too!

Best homemade Mediterranean in town! Service was excellent and everything is made in-house. Highly recommend!

Variety Platter with that beet hummus that I would eat every day
Jennifer H.

This spot was SO CUTE. The lady who was running it was the kindest person, the food instagram worthy beautiful but also exceptionally good. We had a sampler type of meal to try multiple items and we were so glad we did. Please go here now and support this business.

Aaron A.

Since I found this spot five years ago, every trip to Tampa begins with a stop here! It's delicious and fresh. The staff goes above and beyond to ensure customer satisfaction. I had the falafel bowl with some extras. I'm not a vegetarian or vegan, so don't let the menu scare you off. Give them a shot. It's a great spot for lunch or takeout. Affordable for the quality. Cilantro-jalapeno hummus is still my favorite. When I next stop in, I'm going to try some of the bread.

Daily special - butter beans + barley and tomatoes
Robert V.

Such a lovely place, so glad I found this while looking for a quick lunch the other day. You can tell everything is made in-house and the owner is so sweet!! She let me and my girlfriend try every single dip (hummus, roasted red pepper hummus, beet hummus, cilantro jalapeño sauce, babaganoush) just because it was our first time there. I noticed they had their Top 100 vegan restaurants in the USA Yelp award on display, and I definitely think it was well deserved. The portions are sizable, and everything tasted great.

Homemade pita bread & hummus: original, black olive & cilantro/jalapeno-WOW! Best hummus ever! Can't wait to go back and try more!
Melissa B.

The homemade bread and hummus were the best we had ever had. We cannot wait to go back and try many more of their other items.

Abbie S.

food was delicious!! the sweet woman gave me testers of the dips without me asking. Everything was so fresh and the falafel was made to order, and so delicious! I will definitely be making the trip just to go here again!

Mezze Variety Platter - 2x falafel, Roasted Red Pepper Hummus, Fava Bean Salad, Quinoa Salad.
Skylar W.

On a mission to find the best falafel in Tampa and we're one step closer! Mediterranean Chickpea literally feels like you're in a family home and someone's cooking you a homemade meal. I'll be honest, I was a little concerned when I saw them put the falafel in the air fryer before serving it to us--I assumed it would be dry and not taste fresh. However, from a scale of "I bought this at the grocery store" to "I'm not in Florida anymore" ... we gave the falafel a solid 3.5!!! It was crispy but not crunchy and pretty moist on the inside. and BRIGHT GREEN! We loved the quinoa salad -- there's dried cranberries or prunes or something like that in it which adds some amazing sweetness. The roasted red pepper hummus was delicious and i'm looking forward to trying the other flavors. The beans were good, but I'd probably swap that to try something else next time since I loved everything else.

Anat S.

Authentic and delicious Syrian food. One of the only authentic places in Tampa Bay to order hummus and falafel. Food is vegetarian/ vegan. Everything is fresh and delicious. You can sit down or order to go. They have a choice of daily soup or two. Original hummus, jalapeño hummus, red pepper or beet hummus. Majadera, Bert salad, fatoush, chickpeas salad and more. Do yourself a favor and try their food. Nothing but the best!

The most delicious Lentil soup( one of two varieties) prepared and served with so much love by the awesome Mouna.

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Love this place and their delicious and fresh offerings! Easy to park and love that you are offered a sample before ordering a large amount!

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Absolutely amazing food and wonderful welcoming owners. The food is so flavorful!! And most of the food is vegan

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Amazing Food Service! Best Falafel and hummus ever! We can't wait to visit again and try the Baklava.

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Very friendly staff! Amazing food, you can't get these hummus flavors anywhere else. Authentic and made with love

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Fresh local family owned restaurant. We had a wonderful experience. The food is authentic made by the mother and father.

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Oak and Ola - Amazing food !!

Oak and Ola

4.5(1.1k reviews)
3.5 mi
•$$$

Delicious food with a lively atmosphere and welcoming staff - what more could you ask for?…read more I visited Oak and Ola for a birthday dinner and had an amazing time. Rather than trying to search for parking, we just paid $20 for the lot right nearby and it worked out great for us. We had a large group and our waiter, Zachary, was amazing. He had plenty of recommendations, anecdotes, stories, and jokes to keep everyone happy and full. He was definitely a highlight for all of us. We had a variety of drinks, and everyone thoroughly enjoyed them. I had the Sacred Empress and was so impressed with the balance of flavors - mostly sweet with a slight punch from the serrano cilantro simple syrup. It sounds funky but trust me on this! We also split a bottle of the Lagar De Costa Albariño, at the recommendation of our waiter, and we all loved it. For food, we started with the Lobster Ravioli, Truffle Frites, Crispy Pork Belly Bites, Crunch Love Caesar Salad, and Olives. All were devoured and I think the crowd favorites were the Lobster Ravioli (though expensive, $26 for 3) and the Pork Belly Bites. For mains, most people tended to get either the Steak Frites or the Gulf Fish Amandine (which was snapper). My steak and another at the table were both way overcooked on the first go around but they very quickly remade them (and the fries) and got them back to us in 5 minutes, perfectly cooked. It was a delicious and filling dish. The Gulf Fish Amandine was also really tasty, but it felt like it was missing something like a starch. It's a very simple and classic dish. The Pork Chop was also well loved amongst the table and many people wished they got it after trying a bite! For dessert, you absolutely have to get the Toffee Cake - it was everyone's favorite dessert. Super soft, warm, and comforting, plus that vanilla ice cream just took it to another level. We also enjoyed the Chocolate Mousse, and the free birthday dessert they kindly brought out for us. Overall, the restaurant is fun and lively, with an eclectic feel in the mismatched dining sets and decor. I really loved how it felt. It's definitely a nicer spot for a date or celebration, but worth it!

Well, I gave it a try based on a local friends recommendation, but was very disappointed and…read morewished, as I left, that I had lunch at one of the many food stalls in Armature works. Ambiance was, it was a BEAUTIFUL, clean and very well maintained restaurant, including the rest rooms. Service was just as outstanding as the physical facility. EVERYONE we encountered was friendly, professional and said Hi! Unfortunately, their food was as 'on point' as the rest of the experience. We ordered the 'Roast Beef Sandwich' and the 'Avocado Shrimp Toast'. Ok, I'll start with the Roast Beef Sammy-Thick Cold Bread, not room temp, not toasted, but thick cold bread (of which I ate about 1/4 of it. Now the Roast Beef, cold (not a problem) but sliced just too thick so when I took a bite, I could not chew through it and the entire slab of slices pulled out of the sandwich and gave me a 'Chin Slap'! The Au Jus was spectacular! Literally French Onion Soup without the crouton or cheese. Overall, NOT a sandwich worth $18. The other meal was their'Avocado Shrimp Toast', ANOTHER HUGE DISAPPOINTMENT, ESPECIALLY for $18!! 2 small pieces of cold toasted bread, a THIN layer of avocado and ONE SHRIMP CUT IN 1/2 on each slice of bread. NOT A VALUE for $18. What made it worse was that my wife was NEVER offered or received a coffee refill. They DID constantly refill our waters and my Iced Tea. Service 4 Ambiance 5 Food 2 Overall 3

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Flor Fina

3.8(236 reviews)
4.3 mi•Historic Ybor, Ybor City
•$$$

This restaurant inside the Hotel Hoya is so lovely. We've traveled here twice from Largo just…read morebecause it's so pretty and stylish. Food was fresh and delicious but is definitely overpriced. My breakfast didn't come with toast so it's $6 to add that. We were also disappointed in our cafe con leches. They came out cold and after we finished our meal - we were told there was a large group who placed coffee orders. The waitress was kind enough to take one of the three off. Be prepared to spend about $75-$100 for two. You're there for the aesthetics or convenience if staying at the hotel.

My friends and I visited Flor Fina to celebrate a birthday, and overall, we had a fun time. The…read moredecor, vibe, and service were great, and I really enjoyed the restaurant's design and ambiance. We started with drinks, including the Berry Me Ybor, The Forbidden Fruit, and The Greenhouse. Everyone enjoyed their drinks, although the Berry Me Ybor was extremely small for $16. Since we were a larger group, everyone ordered different dishes from various parts of the menu. I ordered the Patatas Bravas Chilaquiles and the Tuna Carpaccio Flatbread. The chilaquiles were a good portion, but some of the chips were soggy because the sauce was sitting at the bottom of the bowl. I also felt there should have been much more truffle aioli. The Tuna Carpaccio Flatbread was disappointing. It was very small and overly vinegary, which made it difficult to enjoy. I think the dish had potential, but the portion size and flavor just didn't work for me. Several of the ladies ordered the Haya Caesar Salad and the 2020 Ybor Chop Salad. Both salads were a good size, although several people felt the 2020 Ybor Chop Salad was too salty. The Grilled Half Chicken, Herb Steak Fries, and Pickled Mango & Burrata were also ordered and were enjoyed. One thing to note: Flor Fina gets pretty loud at night. During our visit, there was a wedding taking place with music, and the restaurant also had a live DJ inside. So, if you're looking for a quieter dining experience, this may not be the place. Overall, I'd skip the food and stop by for drinks instead. The cocktails, ambiance, and decor are enjoyable, but the dinner dishes didn't leave us wanting more or planning a return visit.

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Wagamama - Kare Burosu Ramen

Wagamama

4.0(426 reviews)
3.2 mi•Downtown Tampa
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This was our second time dining at Wagamama Tampa, and once again the food, presentation, and…read moreservice were absolutely outstanding. Chef Joel made our experience unforgettable. He came to our table to personally explain the Tokyo Fries, introduced us to the new Shrimp Bao and the new Crispy Rice with Yuzu Ponzu, and shared the inspiration behind the dishes. Everything tasted incredible, and you can tell how much care goes into every plate. We've been to Wagamama in the UK, but the Water Street location is truly exceptional. Chef Joel has been amazing both times we've dined here. He even took the time to talk with my daughter about the food, and it completely made her day. She talked about the experience for the rest of the day! Thank you, Chef Joel, for the amazing food, your passion, and for taking the time to visit our table and make us feel so welcome. Great job, Wagamama Tampa! We'll definitely be back.

We were really hoping to find a spot with a great atmosphere, awesome vibes, and tasty food for our…read moreSunday night dinner. We checked out a bunch of different restaurants, but they were all booked up. So, we ended up booking Wagamama for our dinner on Sunday night. After finding roadside parking near the restaurant, we checked in at the register and were shown to our table. Our server greeted us and provided us with menus. Following a discussion among ourselves and with our server, we began our order with a lychee martini and a coconut drift for drinks. For appetizers, we selected the Bang Bang Cauliflower, which our server highlighted as a very popular option, along with chicken pot stickers.For our main courses, we ordered the chicken pad Thai, Karage Chicken Strips for our toddler and the chicken firecracker dishes. Our drinks arrived first: a Lychee Martini and a Coconut Drift. The Lychee Martini contained a significant amount of vodka, so much that my spouse could only manage two sips. The Coconut Drift was better, but it still had an excessive amount of sugar. We got our Bang Bang Cauliflower appetizer. However, upon tasting it, we found it wasn't cooked properly. It tasted like they simply coated the cauliflower with sauce without properly cooking it. We were disappointed to have to return it. Following that, our chicken pot stickers arrived. The chicken pot stickers were just okay, without anything particularly noteworthy about them. They weren't even properly cooked around the edges. Both appetizers we ordered turned out to be disappointing. Our dinner arrived and included Pad Thai and Chicken Firecracker. Both dishes were just alright; they could have been better. Compared to how other reviews described them, they didn't live up to the expectations set by those reviews. We couldn't get the Chicken Karage Strips we wanted for dinner. We ended up having to comp the whole thing because even though the restaurant wasn't that full (only about 70-75% empty), we had to wait a super long time for the food to be ready. Our visit to Wagamama was so disappointing that we may not return. We were unhappy with the food, the service, and the atmosphere.

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True Food Kitchen

True Food Kitchen

3.9(410 reviews)
2.6 mi•West Tampa
•$$
Takes reservations
Happy hour specials

Great spot in a middle of a vibrant community surrounded by stores, restaurants, hotels and…read moreresidences. The service was great and the food was filling and came out fast. I got hummus with a side of their home made sourdough bread to start and then ordered a turkey burger. The burger was flavorful and came out with a generous side. Their dining room is large and they also have a nice size shaded patio. There is no street parking, but there is a large parking garage that offers free parking while you're at the restaurant

True Food Kitchen had the good sense to plunk itself down in the middle of Midtown. It's in the…read morebeating heart of that mixed-use development and it's good for your beating heart, too. This place is fresh and healthy and makes you feel good about eating good. The first time I was here, it was a gorgeous "Florida winter" day so we sat outside-lunch on the large patio. This time, with a different group of friends, we were inside-on a Saturday evening. Glad we had a reservation. Because it was bustling and humming. But the vibes were still happy and healing. (As were the cocktails! The spicy pineapple margaritas are fantastic!) My fiends each ordered something different: a burger for one, a salad for another and a pizza for yet another. They were each delighted with their choices. I went for two appetizers: the charred cauliflower... which was excellent (those dates!) and a seasonal butternut squash soup that was unforgettably good-it satisfied both stomach and soul. One friend savored a Manhattan and two were all into the lavender matcha. Four completely different palettes but the same happy feeling. This was a good choice (thanks, Michelle) True Food Kitchen prides itself on fresh, quality ingredients and you can taste it. The menu isn't huge, but the variety is good and the flavors are tremendous. The interior is bright, with lots of windows and interesting seating. It was a little loud in there, but that's to be expected on a Saturday. I don't remember if there were desserts-we were so full, I don't think we even looked. I owe it to myself to go back and check. Midtown is so easy to park at (free garages!). And you can walk off your calories at the nearby shops (sadly, William Dean chocolates is closing this location, soon) I'll be back soon!

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Sunda New Asian - Ube waffles

Sunda New Asian

4.6(491 reviews)
2.5 mi•West Tampa

Honestly was so pleasantly surprised with how amazing this restaurant was. Our server was Gracie…read moreand she was an absolute gem! She was so efficient and kind - no notes! I ordered the sweet potato caterpillar roll. And felt that it tasted a little bland, considering all of the different ingredients in it. I also had the eggplants bao buns. I rarely see vegetarian bao buns and these did not disappoint. Highly recommend the bao buns. The restaurant was so cute inside and the bathrooms were clean.

Went on a Friday night and have been excited to try this place! IT DID NOT DISAPPOINT. Service was…read moreexceptional with great recommendations. We sat outside because the inside seemed busy and a little noisy. The downside to this restaurant is the VERY high price of everything, so it would definitely have to be a special occasion type of place. We ordered a lot of things so I'm going to rank them in how much I liked them! I didn't take any photos except the dessert which was served on a platter because we got so much lol We ordered a lot of cocktails as well which were all very good. My favorite cocktail was the lychee one! 1) LONGEVITY CRAB NOODLES ($32): lump crab, garlic butter, toasted garlic, scallions - OUTSTANDING. We ordered two of them and even added shrimp. Buttery and delicious. You can't go wrong 2) CRAZY RICE ($29): shrimp, chicken, spicy ghost pepper sambal, cucumber, shallot crisps, crispy egg - Some of the best fried rice. I LOVED the heat kick it had to it, I think it really made the dish. 3) SIGNATURE CRISPY RICE - WAGYU ($26): sambal, chives, red chili, asian pesto - I thought I would like the spicy tuna one more but the meat was high quality and melty 4) PORK BELLY SINIGANG ($36): crispy pork belly, sinigang braised radish, sauteed spinach, seared tomatoes, tamarind broth, micro cilantro - You cant go wrong with pork belly! I don't like radish so I couldn't experience the full flavor, but I loved the meat 5) SPICY "TAIL OF TWO TUNAS" ($25): spicy tuna, escolar, shallot crisps - You can't go wrong with spicy tuna rolls and shallots. Great quality and loved the crunch. Simple but delicious - we ordered two. 6) TOM YUM SEA BASS ($58): chilean sea bass, mushrooms, bamboo shoots, baby bok choy, tom yum sauce, kaffir lime oil - I typically don't like sea bass but this was cooked perfectly and the fish was SO BUTTERY. No fishy taste at all 7) CHICKEN INASAL ($36): lemongrass, tomatoes, red onion, watercress, achiote glaze, chili lime vinaigrette, grilled lemon - This chicken has great flavor and was very juicy. I really enjoyed the watercress as well. Hit all the notes of savory and umami 8) SIGNATURE CRISPY RICE - SPICY TUNA ($26): masago, chives, sriracha, chili oil, serrano - Delicious but the wagyu one was better in comparison 9) OXTAIL POT STICKERS ($23) braised oxtail, caramelized onion jus, white wasabi cream - Really great flavor but wish it were a bit crispier. It all seemed very soft in texture 10) SPICY EDAMAME ($11): garlic butter, chili salt - very good but everything else was better and it's hard to compare 11) "RIDICULOUS" ($21) vanilla ice cream, ginger carrot cake, glazed walnuts, caramel - Tempura fried ice cream?!? Sign me up! Delicious 12) COCONUT CHEESECAKE ($19) coconut mousse, graham cracker crust, coconut caramel, berries - The texture was unlike anything I've had before. It was so creamy and melty. Delicious! 13) MOCHI ICE CREAM ($19) assorted seasonal flavors of ice cream, wrapped in rice dough - Chewy and yummy!

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