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    4.3 (335 reviews)
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    Moderate noise
    Happy hour specials
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    They also have mocktails (not overly sweet and very yummy)
    Angela S.

    We love coming to Willa's for dinner. You can rest assure the food is always tasty and the servings are just right. If you're in the mood for an appetizer, I suggest the Herb Focaccia (the herb oil is delicious), potato chips and dip (I believe the chips are homemade), and when in season the olives. The olives were my favorite, but they haven't been on the menu the last several times we visited. We've tried half the menu but my favorite is the rigatoni that you can get without protein or add to the side. As for dessert, I absolutely love the s'mores chocolate custard. Also very delicious! The service is always serving! lol it's always quick, attentive, and friendly. The only downside is the limited time you have at your table (90min) when AJ is there to dj, but we get it! :) I do recommend going on a night when he's there, and also on a night when you can have more time to hang out. If you're going on a night that AJ is there, be sure to book a reservation well in advance.

    Nate Plate
    Nishant N.

    We wanted to have breakfast on Saturday morning, so we went to Willa's. We found parking in their lot. We checked in at the reception, then got seated at our table and greeted by the server. After looking at the menu, we ordered Black Coffee, a Latte, a Chicken Salad Sandwich, Nate Plate with Salmon, Scrambled Eggs, and Kids French Toast. We got our coffees first, and they were made really well, a great start to our breakfast! We got the rest of our food around 10 minutes later. We had Chicken Salad Sandwich, Nate Plate with Salmon, Scrambled Eggs, and French Toast for breakfast, and they were all delicious! The Chicken Salad Sandwich was great, it was well-made and came in good portion, which really satisfied our hunger.

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    Trent N.

    Brussels!!!! And more brussels!!! So many toppings! I wish these brussels were more charred, but there is so much going on. I love all of the flavors combined. I've never had brussels amongst so many other food items all at once. Highly recommend. The espresso martini here is brewed with legit straight from the espresso machine espresso. Super duper duper strong espresso taste. I think it was even too much espresso for me. The French onion soup was pretty good. Not as good as Boulon on Water Street, but I liked it. The $11 Green Machine tastes like some health drink, but it actually has alcohol. Pretty wild. Cool little spot. Kind of in the middle of nowhere. Glad I came here after work one day. I'll be back to eat more brussels!

    Jasmine R.

    First timer and LOVED the breakfast here! Every dish we ordered was just mouth watering. My favorite was the biscuit and jam lol not sure what they put in it but I NEED more. We showed up at 9:30 but noticed if you show up past 10:30, it gets packed quick! Grab your reservation!!

    Carlie R.

    I went to Willa's for dinner on Friday night with my girlfriends and it was such a cute and easy spot for a Friday night out. It was busy but not packed, which we were honestly relieved about since it was the day before Valentine's Day. We were a little nervous about the wait but got sat right away, and our server was great. We all ordered the French onion soup and it was incredible. Definitely the standout of the night. We decided to do a bunch of small plates and appetizers to share. Overall everything was good, but I was not over the top impressed with the shareables. The Brussels sprouts were amazing, but we also ordered the bread, chips and dip, and a meat dish. The meat felt a little odd since it did not come with crackers or anything to pair it with, which made it harder to share. I have been before for brunch and personally think it is a better brunch spot or a place to grab drinks. I just did not find too many things on the dinner menu that I was super excited about. Still a really cute atmosphere and a fun spot with friends.

    The mushroom omelette
    Samantha S.

    The service was great - always filling water and offering suggestions for food. The mushroom omelette was so good. The eggs were super fluffy and the mushroom sauce was amazing. The side salad made for a well balanced meal. Not pictured was the biscuits and jam - yum! Those were a perfect appetizer to the meals. Their coffees are always on point too.

    Schnitzel
    Alysea J.

    We came here for a casual lunch. We sat outside and loved the outdoor seating and pleasant weather. Our service was awesome, the server (I forget his name, he was an older gentleman) was kind and attentive. Our favorites from the menu was the first mocktail on the menu (they have it on tap and it was so good and refreshing!) and the potato latkes, which I loved with the apple butter. The rotisserie chicken and schnitzel were great too. Make sure you stop by next door for coffee after!! They have some great lattes!

    Lavender Wallflower
    Ashleigh C.

    Here's my take. I have visited Willa's twice and had two very different experiences. The service was exceptional both visits and it has a cute vibe inside. Nothing crazy just a subtle cutness. Now for the food. Once I visited for brunch which was amazing! They have a delicious ricotta, lemon curd French toast breakfast and a fun coffee selection. I tried bites of everyone in my parties food, and it was all amazing. Last night I visited durning dinner, and it just wasn't my thing.I felt like the dinner menu was overpriced for what it is. I would suggest looking over the menu before you go. With all that being said, this spot is know for brunch and I can see why! I highly recommend visiting for brunch.

    Skye N.

    Had brunch here on a Thursday and really enjoyed it! It wasn't super busy around 11am, my friend and I brought our babies and there was ample space for us and 2 high chairs without it feeling cramped or chaotic. Our waitress was so nice and quick to give us the highlight reel of the menu and give us some great recommendations. The iced caramel latte was fantastic - not overly sweet and not watered down. I ordered the huevos rancheros, I would definitely recommend. The chorizo is really good and the jalapeño cream sauce is just the cherry on top. I did scrambled eggs on the side, so I could give my baby some eggs without all the extra stuff as well. We'll definitely be back because there were quite a few items we wanted to try on the menu but could only fit so much into our stomachs!

    Avocado toast, very simple and not full of flavor
    Michael N.

    The food was very bland , great atmosphere and beautiful ambience inside. Restaurant was not accommodating. We could not order scrambled eggs without dairy after telling them of a. dairy allergy. There are no meat alternatives such as turkey, bacon, turkey sausage or chicken sausage.. only pork I gave it a 3 star

    Mushroom omelette
    Tania A.

    Stopped in for breakfast yesterday. We ordered a matcha latte, iced coffee latte, and a hot chai tea latte. They made a mistake with the coffee latte like 2 times and our waitress was super friendly and changed it no problem. Service was super friendly. The place is very cute. We enjoyed breakfast plate, and mushroom omelette. Definitely a great little neighborhood place!!!

    Smoked Salmon Bagel Sandwich
    Matthew O.

    There is no shortage of good brunch spots in Tampa. But Willa's stands out as offering some excellent healthy options beyond your standard omelette and pancakes. Love the ambiance and mix of bar top, diner, and classy restaurant. Gives this place such character. Service was friendly and fast, making for an enjoyable experience. I got the Smoked Salmon Bagel Sandwich. Love the Alfalfa Sprouts, which provided a nice vegetal contrast to the smoked salmon. The house made chips were a good side compared to your standard hash browns or breakfast potatoes. Lovely place I would come back to with friends or family :)

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    Orlando M.

    Really cool, easy going vibe. Service was quick and the staff is very knowledgable of their menu. I had the DBL Cheese smash burger and my wife had the Chicken Schnitzel. Burger was juicy with crispy fries. The chicken schnitzel was larger than anticipated. Great flavors and was not disappointed! Finished off with an old fashioned and a chai iced latte. I would definitely recommend if looking for a brunch/lunch venue that is quick and tasty!

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