OT Hello Tampa-ites

bobbyb

Hello Floridians near Tampa. I am going to stop in Ybor City either going to or coming from the Florida Eggfest (see it is egg related)to take in some of the cigar shops there. Anyone nearby have any recommendations on places to stay and/or restaurants?

SSN686

Morning Bob:

Restaurant ---- The Columbia at the corner of 7th Avenue and 21st Street.

Florida Grillin Girl

I second that, the Columbia is great.

Faith
Tampa, FL

Big'un

I third that! Great black beans and rice!

Unknown

Columbia is certainly a great Spanish restaurant...but for real Tampa old-time cuban flavor try nearby La Teresita or Arco Iris on Columbus Drive, both inexpensive local long time favorites. And , for cigars in Ybor, you must go to Tampa Sweetheart cigar company on 22nd street in the heart of Ybor. This small shop is the local representative for Fuente run by Arturo Fuente Jr. till his recent retirement and still in the family. Have a great time in Tampa.

bobbyb

Thanks Jay. Looking forward to seeing you at the fest.

bobbyb

rdcrow,
Thanks so much for the restaurant and cigar shop advice. I'll try to make one of the restaurants and Tampa Sweetheart for sure.

Going to the eggfest? If so, hope to see you there