My friend and I have been wanting to try this place for awhile now. So we stopped by on a Sunday…read moreevening. When we walked in we noticed how clean it is. Great first impression. Our waitress was very sweet with an outgoing personality. She was the only waitress and stayed on top of her tables. I ordered the Greek pork chops w/salad and she ordered the chicken dish w/soup. Everything was very fresh and yummy. The chops were moist and so flavourful. It came with mash taters and veggies. The chicken was also moist and so good. *they do offer a full bar (I didn't drink) I was very impressed that the owner stepped in to help his staff when business picked up. I don't see that often enough. Highly recommend and I will be back!

Looking for something new in Town and Country to go to for lunch and Yelp led me to this unassuming…read moreblue building. When we walked in we knew we made a great decision. Restaurant is clean and updated, staff were friendly and prompt. The food was very generous- burger huge and juicy with a huge helping of fries with Feta on top, the Philly was loaded with meat, and the Greek Chicken bowl with Tzatziki sauce was fresh. We will definitely be back to try the breakfast- it looked amazing! Thank you Foodys and Thank You Yelp for a yummy lunch!

Formerly HomeStyle Scratch Kitchen, Papa's Italian Factory is a truly authentic Italian eatery. My…read morehusband and I are originally from the NT tri-state area and are always searching for great Italian food. A few of our favorites are their Eggplant Parmesan, Sausage and Peppers and the Cannolis. Donna, the owner and chef along with her husband, also have pre-made meals that you just need to heat up and serve. If you love great Italian food, definitely head over to Papa's Italian Factory.

My mother and Aunt and I went here recently for lunch. I can say I wasn't too impressed. We had a…read morechicken Caesar salad. For three people it came to almost $52 with drinks. I don't think that I would come back to this place. The owner wasn't too friendly as mentioned before and some of the comments. Soon as he finish making our salads he went outside and had a cigarette. It was completely dead inside with no music so the ambience wasn't too inviting

Exceptional Service from Teek…read more It has been a long time since I've had a waitress as outstanding as Teek. From the moment she greeted our table, she brought genuine warmth, professionalism, and an effortless sense of hospitality. She struck that perfect balance of being attentive without ever hovering, and she anticipated our needs before we even had to ask. What truly set her apart was the way she made every interaction feel personal. Her menu knowledge, her timing, and her upbeat energy elevated the entire experience. Even while managing multiple tables, she made us feel like we were her top priority. Service like this is rare. Teek is a standout -- the kind of person who turns a simple meal into a memorable one. Any restaurant would be lucky to have her, and I can't recommend her highly enough.

The service was outstanding, and the location couldn't be more convenient, offering plenty of…read morecomfortable seating. We enjoyed the Fried Chicken and Waffles, which were generous enough for two. The ambiance was lively with many happy diners. The waffle was delicious, but my chicken breast was undercooked--it was pink, runny, and had a vinegar taste. I appreciate the Metro Diner staff's responsiveness, but I don't think I'll be returning to this place for another meal. Food poisoning is not fun!

I was a little disappointed. I ordered the whiting fish meal and the fish was way over cooked to…read morethe point it was dry. I would pass on the Mac & cheese here also. The hush puppies were really good and so were the desserts. The banana pudding and the lemon pound cake were really good. I would come back and try other things though, maybe I came in an off day.

I'm not sure what happened. Haven't been here in over a year. I trekked 30 minutes to the other…read moreside of Tampa to get this disappointing meal. Barely cheesy Mac n cheese and not a drop of syrupy goodness on the yams. The turkey wings were okay, nothing like the used to taste.

Went in restaurant, but not for food. Then the smell knocked me off my feet. The staff was so kind…read moreand pleasant I just had to place an order. I ordered the full loaded potato and when I got home and opened the box my mouth hit the floor. I had never seen such a sight. I couldn't even see the potato with all the toppings that were on it. I took one of the shrimp and omg it was awesome. Then I ate some steak and again omg. Could this get any better. I dug my fork to the bottom and got a little bit of everything and found I was in heaven. Plus, not only did it feed me for 1 meal, it fed me for 2. I definitely recommend this to anyone out there who is a potato lover like me with all the extras. You won't be sorry. I promise.

Loaded in Clearwater is a solid spot if you're craving comfort food done right. The menu is packed…read morewith indulgent options, and everything we tried was definitely loaded with flavor and portions -- you won't leave hungry! The inside is smaller but does have seating.

5 Stars for a spectacular brunch at Psomi with standout baked goods including the spanakopita,…read morecroissant cinnamon roll, and baklava coffee cake! Pro-tip: additional parking is located just down the street (look for the blue building with signage). I got to enjoy brunch on the outdoor patio (covered, breezy, and dog-friendly) recently and was blown away. We started with coffee and the aforementioned pastries (get them early because they all sell out!). The spanakopita was the perfect, flakey, savory intro and then paired perfectly with the sweet baklava coffee cake and croissant cinnamon roll. All three were exceptional and next time I'll go next door to their market and buy some to take home. From there we dug into breakfast dishes. I shared the Strapatsada (vegetarian, but you can add meat options), which is a Greek scramble with caramelized onion, roasted cherry tomato, creamy feta, grilled baguette; along with the Med Morning Yogurt Bowl (v, gf) featuring fresh berries, house granola, mint, greek thyme honey. The granola was clearly house-made and I would also opt to purchase it at the market if they sell it! Both dishes were satisfying and hit the savory/sweet combo I was searching for. Finally, the service was fabulous and friendly and they even brought a water bowl for my pup. Great spot and my #1 go-to when in Tampa now!

Alright so this one is an interesting one…read more Went with the homie - felt like there was no other homie duos running it in there. I was surrounded by Zara final bosses and IG baddies. Which is cool, just not my cup of tea. Coffee ripped. Knew it would. They had some sort of maple oak milk concoction. I'm not entirely sure if that's the real government name of it but it was great - homemade they say. See the lil wrap/gyro deal in the picture, yeahhhh good stuff. Took it all down. Fries were a good cut. Sauces were house made, what was it you ask - no idea. But don't care, they were great. Food was great. Just felt like I didn't fit in. Or maybe I just was not prepped/dressed to feel like I was in Mykonos on a cruise and that was the excursion for the day. Idk, good stuff overall.

Great little place. Food excellent and owner a wonderful personality. Highly recommend this place…read moreit won't disappoint.

I've only been to Chicago once, so I am certainly no expert on their local cuisine, but this food…read moretruck situated in a gas station parking lot made the Yelp list of top sandwich spots in the country, so I knew I had to stop by. The first time I came was right after that article, and there were about 50 people in line, so I left. This Saturday I stopped by at around noon, and I was third in line. WARNING: do not be in a rush! Your food is not coming out quickly. Paulie is a sweetheart, but he is a one-man show, and he likes to chat and get to know all his customers. They currently do not carry the full menu they show online, so I went with a Chicago hot dog, and the Italian beef sandwich. Paulie educated me a bit on the sandwich; if I wanted it juicy (with the sauce already on it) or on the side to dip into (yes, please, I'm a dipper), and how spicy I wanted it (more peppers, less peppers). After a nice chat with Paulie about politics, I headed home and dug in. The Chicago hot dog was perfect, although I had to remove the hot peppers. The sandwich was outstanding; the beef so tender, the peppers and onions adding depth, and the roll was so soft-I could only eat half, but the other half heated up nicely for dinner. Can't wait to go back!

Great food! Very good service. Super clean restaurant…read more Go and enjoy- they deserve your business!!!

Our companion had the meatloaf and was very pleased. White…read moremeat chicken was a tad bit dry, yet still tasty. The server strolled thru the dining area delivering the Strawberry shortcake to a nearby table. He's very sharp. Both couples ordered it! Cozy place, great blues music, and a very cordial server.

Mr. Dunderbacks made me forget momentarily that I was in America and not living my best life in…read moreGermany! We ordered the Oktoberfest and one of their Banana Beers. The banana was delicious to me, however it wasn't everyone's cup of tea, the Oktoberfest suited everyone's taste. The Oktoberfest. We ordered the JÄGERSCHNITZEL with Veal with the Pancakes and Pierogies. Our two big appetizers are the Onions Rings and Pomme Fries. All delicious. I could've ate two of those schnitzels all on my own. The service was excellent. Our server was attentive, super friendly- down to earth guy. The interior also blew me away with their decked out supply of German snacks, deli, beer, chocolate, random grocery assortment, all the way down to the furniture and how the employees dress; you feel like your legit in Germany. On the weekends they also have live performances, unfortunately we got there too late but from what I've heard from others that has been, it's a lively great time. Definitely will be coming back to try enjoy their live performances and food!

Stopped by on a Saturday night and surprised we got in right away. Normally this place is packed…read more Service was friendly and quick and our schnitzel came out quickly. I had the Zigeuner schnitzel. It had a spicy white sauce with peppers and onions. It had a touch of heat but not too spicy. It was very good. I had spaetzle and warm German potato salad as my sides. The warm potato salad was a nice blend of sour and savory with some bacon. That sauce was perfect to dunk my spaetzle in as well!! Others had jaeger schnitzel and sour cream schnitzel. Also as big as the plate with 2 sides. Hot and delicious. Atmosphere is nice. Only downside is the price of all the extras they have. They have gotten pretty overpriced over the years. We used to grab some treats on the way out but too expensive. Great meal!

We wandered into The Ball Joint and thoroughly enjoyed our experience. I chose 6 meatballs with 3…read moredifferent sauces. I enjoyed sampling the sauces and it was all delicious. My husband also enjoyed his Cajun Meatballs and Fettuccine. The restaurants sits right on the Pinellas bike trail, so plan a stop during your next ride!

I didn't just eat at The Ball Joint--I had a full-blown flavor encounter. From the moment I walked…read morein, the vibe hit that sweet spot between chill neighborhood joint and creative food lab. The space feels alive--music low enough for conversation, but high enough to keep the energy fun. Now, the food. Whoever's in that kitchen clearly cares about their craft. Every bite of my meal felt intentional--the kind of cooking that tells you someone's actually proud of what they plate. The texture, the seasoning, that balance of savory heat and crisp freshness--it's the kind of food that makes you look around the table just to say, "Yo, are you tasting this too?" The staff deserves a shoutout, too. Friendly without being fake, attentive without hovering. They made me feel like a regular even though it was my first visit. If you're the kind of person who loves discovering those local gems where passion meets comfort food, this is it. St. Pete's got plenty of spots to eat, but The Ball Joint is one of the rare ones you remember. Go to there website: https://www.wewantballs.com/ Truly amazing food experience!!