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    YUPPI

    4.3 (152 reviews)
    Open • 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating

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    Yuppi wings with their so-called famous sauce.
    Emilio E.

    So I been hearing about this establishment for some time now. People raving about the wings, telling me you need to go so can write a review. Yesterday was the day. Basically it's your local corner store split with this wing establishment sharing the same space. It's in the middle of Ybor city #IYKYK that Ybor is a mixed crowd with chickens and roosters all over. I put in my order a 15 minute wait, no seating you have a choice of taking it home or some of the local bars let you bring your own food in. I end up ordering the popular wings with the yuppi sauce mixed in. Wasn't impressed, no seasoning no flavor unless you order the sauces, which Basically that is your seasoning. I will say the wings were cooked well. This is why I don't follow the hype. The hype up will get you a seasonal hype but then it's over like that. This establishment can try seasoning so you won't need the sauce as the lead of there wings. But from what I saw I give this establishment another 2 years till the next hype comes in. The corner store gimmick will soon be over.

    Fries
    Isany M.

    Man oh man--these are hands down the best bone-in wings I've had in Tampa so far! I ordered the spicy flavor and let me just say... absolute fire! The wings are big (not those tiny ones some places serve), so you're definitely getting your money's worth. They're fried to perfection, and the sauce clings perfectly to the crispy batter--super flavorful with just the right kick. The fries were also seasoned really well, no complaints there! Service was friendly and welcoming, which added to the positive experience. The ambiance is simple and straightforward--small space where you order right when you walk in--but the focus is clearly on the food, and they nail it. Definitely coming back for another round!

    Martha N.

    Stopped by Yuppi after a night out. Perfect place to grab food before heading home. The space is small so not ideal for sitting inside. But a MUST! The wings were outstanding, and their sauce is one of a kind. The greens and mac taste very much homemade and the service is very friendly. My favorite was the greens! Definitely can't wait to return ! The wait time can be long if busy but definitely worth it!

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    Amanda D.

    Visited the Yuppi location in YBOR after realizing the food truck in Brandon was no longer open. I first tried YUPPI as part of an Elite experience and the wings were so Amazing! Flavor was excellent. This visit fell a little short as I felt like the wings were not crispy enough possibly because they are HUGE. Overall the wings and flavor were good but I will def order them well done next time. I advise placing your order ahead of time as they were packed when I visited. The ybor location is at: 1821 E 7th Ave, Tampa, FL 33605 located next door to a tattoo shop.

    Honey Cornbread
    Brandon B.

    This damn cornbread is .. this size was overwhelming but definitely see why.. will be back!!!

    1/2 & 1/2 Yuppi Special
    Antwanette R.

    The wings were fried to perfection and the sauce was absolutely delicious. The shrimps were also very large. For sides I got collard greens and macaroni & cheese. The greens were so flavorful! I highly recommend them. For a dessert I got banana pudding. I felt the pudding was lacking bananas and cookies, so I probably wouldn't order that again. Overall it was a great experience and I can't wait to try their food again!

    Massive order of wings and fries!!
    Diego A.

    Had to return... again! This place is just too good not to visit at least once a month. I'm gonna start making up the excuse that I need to go to the car wash next door, just to hit up Yuppi more often. The wings were phenomenal, as usual. And this time we tried the shrimp and the sides. Good lord... everything here is excellent. The shrimp was delicious and the potato salad and Mac and cheese were some of the best sides I've ordered at a place like this. They need to come up with a system to let you know your food is ready, without needing to hear your name called out. A text or a screen where you can see your name or something along those lines. It's very hot still when it opens and the sun hits right into the shed with the tables, so we like to wait in the car. Also, they need some sun blades or something to block that intense sun. But all that said... we'll be back... again.

    Location and parking lot
    Trevor G.

    Found this place by way of the Yelp event. My wife is elite but I am not so I paid for the food. I am happy to support this black-owned business. The staff was very courteous and grateful for the support. The food was very flavorful. I went with the special which included wings, shrimp, Mac and fries. Everything was seasoned well, hot and perfectly crispy. Highly recommend. A little pricier than I expected though. FYI, It is located next in a random lot next to a car wash. If you're not paying attention, you'll drive pass it. It's a bit of a drive from me, but I would return if I'm ever near Brandon.

    Ybor location
    Amber N.

    On my recent trip, I was finally able to try the wings. The wings are incredibly crispy and highly flavorful and seasoned without being salty. They must use some type of premium chicken because the wings are big & fulfilling. I usually don't like drums because they are so meaty but it didn't matter here because the crispness is amplified on drums and flats. Amazing seems like an understatement. Definitely worth the hype! I also tried the mac n cheese and cornbread. The sides were decent. Nothing special like the wings or shrimp, just okay.

    10 Yuppi Wings Only
    Javon C.

    Anytime we're in the mood for some wings that absolutely will not disappoint, we think of Yuppi's. The wings are super crispy and the yuppi sauce cannot get any better. But don't sleep on the catfish either! It's a great sized filet and fried to perfection! They recently added a buttery biscuit to the menu that tastes like granny's finest. I've been a customer for years and I'm so glad they're back in Ybor.

    Inside
    Celena F.

    Hands down fantastic food! Cooked to perfection! I had been wanting to try Yuppi in Ybor City for months but kept missing my opportunity due to my work schedule clashing with Yuppies open hours. But oh my the wait was worth it! Their catfish is da bomb, absolute finger-licking goodness. It was crispy all around, not mushy or half cooked inside. The sides I chose were collard greens and mac and cheese plus cornbread, all yummy as well. I got the Yuppi sauce but it was way too sweet and I love sweet things. Parking is bad but it is Ybor City. There is a pay for parking lot behind the strip where Yuppi is located but starts at $20!!! Eeek! A person could go broke visiting too often just due to the parking fees. Not Yuppis fault, just adding this in to find street or free parking so you don't get gouged.

    Peter N.

    I am officially addicted to Yuppi. I think they put addictive drugs in the sauce! Just kidding. Got my fix of 10 shrimp with fries. Easily worth $21.50 with tax (added $4 cash tip).

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    Great food and nice ambiance. Service was solid, makingfor a really pleasant overall experience.

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    Flavorful, seasoned perfectly crispy fried food. Wings, shrimp, and catfish is on point! The banana pudding was delish!!!

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    Not badddd Lemme…read moretell you something. I find immense joy every time I show up here. Buzzin atmosphere, great food and mad TV's. What more do you want? Go to order always consists of the cheese fries and 10 wings, Dave's way. I don't know Dave. But shoutout you big bro. I like what you have cooking up in the sauce department. Somebody at the table floated the idea of the grouper nuggets and you know what...NOT BADDD. For sure would get them again, fell apart and wear crispy and tasty. Also, how do you all make this ranch? What's the key here, open to taking a shift off a line cooks hands just to learn. Lemme know, DM me please. The only reason I can't go 5 stars (please keep in mind this is not Hattricks fault it's just personal preference) I gotta pay for parking, lame. Lowkey kinda expansive but then again I really enjoy the food so like I'm willing and happy to to pay because it genuinely is good. Finally, lemme call ahead and put my name down. It's always mad packed and I never learn a wait time, feels silly but once more. I'm willing to wait because I do love these wings. All in all, love you all. I will always be back. Thank you for holding down the wing scene.

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    Tampa Bay Brewing Company in Ybor City offers a wide variety of options across both food and beer,…read moremaking it a solid stop for groups with different tastes. We sampled the local Reef Donkey brew, which definitely lived up to the hype--smooth, flavorful, and well balanced. A great choice if you're new to their beer lineup. We started with the hot pretzel served with queso and mustard. It came out warm, soft, and perfectly salted--ideal for sharing and easily one of the highlights of the visit. The pizza was generously topped and very cheesy, which we appreciated, though the quality of the sausage could use some improvement to better match the rest of the ingredients. We also tried the hot chicken tenders with hot honey drizzle. Flavor-wise, they were decent, but the portion size felt closer to boneless wings than tenders. The fries were hot and crispy, but overall the chicken itself could benefit from a crispier exterior. Worth noting for future guests: the Red Eye cider buffalo sauce comes with a $1 upcharge. Overall, this is a fun spot with a strong beer program and solid starters. Hoping to return in about six months to see improvements and refinements to the food offerings, as the potential here is definitely there.

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