Rooster and the Till
A four-time Michelin Bib Gourmand Award recipient, Rooster and the Till blends innovative flavors and interesting twists. The neighborhood gem offers an ever-evolving menu of shareable dishes from Southeast Asia, Latin America and the Levant. With a la carte options such as the Vindaloo Pappardelle, gnocchi, or the Caviar Bump and prix fixe options, Rooster and the Till’s open kitchen brings lively music to the dining experience. 6500 N Florida Ave., Tampa, @roosterandthetill
Streetlight Tacos
A stylish taqueria set in South Tampa, Streetlight Taco is a Michelin Bib Gourmand award-winning restaurant led by chef Michael Brannock. Dine on hand-pressed corn and flour tortillas and a menu crafted through carefully planned travels throughout Mexico. Make sure to try the Japanese eggplant taco made with heirloom bean puree and chile onza salsa. 4004 Henderson Blvd., Tampa, @streetlighttaco
Where to Stay
JW Tampa Marriott Water Street
The Tampa Edition
Brought to the city by hotelier Ian Schrager and Marriott International, The Tampa EDITION brings a slice of Miami Beach to the city. A standout on Water Street, the property offers all one would expect at a luxury hotel: a Michelin-level restaurant led by Michelin-starred chef John Fraser, and a world-class spa with premier treatments for utmost serenity. The crown jewel of Water Street, the Tampa EDITION blends artistic design and art deco-inspired features. As the city’s first five-star hotel, it stands as a beacon, putting Tampa on the global map. 500 Channelside Drive, Tampa, @editiontampa
JW Marriott Tampa Water Street
Set in Tampa’s vibrant Downtown, this hotel offers refined luxury with a myriad of amenities for a tranquil stay. Set on Water Street, a Well-certified community, JW Marriott Tampa Water Street prioritizes sustainability. The hotel offers 23 Stay Well Premier Rooms that make wellness a genuine part of the stay with special air purification systems, vitamin C-infused showers, and sleep optimization to help regulate your circadian rhythm. But the real star of the property is the 27th-floor rooftop cocktail bar, which soars above the city and features a wraparound terrace offering an idyllic setting to watch the sun set. 510 Water Street, Tampa, @jwmarriotttampa
Le Méridien Tampa
Set in what used to be a former courthouse, this hotel is one-of-a-kind. Dripping with history, Le Méridien Tampa is listed in the National Register of Historic Places and was Florida’s first skyscraper. Located in Downtown Tampa, the boutique hotel underwent a property-wide renovation in late 2023 and oozes charm with Italian marble, striking architecture, and high ceilings that reflect its judicial past. 601 N. Florida Ave., Tampa, @lemeridientampa
Saddlebrook Resort
Unveiling a $92-million makeover, the famous golf and tennis resort–part of Wesley Chapel’s history since 1981–is entering a new chapter, one where nature meets wellness and elevated hospitality. At Saddlebrook Resort, an all-inclusive resort just a quick drive away from Tampa Bay, the iconic 480-acre destination offers state-of-the-art amenities, including a championship-level 27-hole course, tennis, pickleball, padel courts, a 13-acre driving range and a reimagined pool honoring the resort’s 40-year history. 5700 Saddlebrook Way, Wesley Chapel, @saddlebrookresort
The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota
For a luxe escape just beyond Tampa, The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota is an elevated Gulf Coast retreat. A refined destination, the hotel offers elegant coastal-inspired rooms, access to a private beach club on Lido Key, championship golf, a full-service spa and sprawling white-sand beach views. Bringing desired excursions and elegant dining to a variety of travelers, The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota brings the sophistication to complement any stay. 1111 Ritz-Carlton Drive, Sarasota, @ritzcarltonsarasota
Where to Explore
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Water Street Tampa
As the world’s first neighborhood to achieve the WELL Building Standard, Water Street Tampa is located in Downtown, merging hospitality, wellness, dining, and top-tier culture into one cohesive community. True to its namesake, the waterfront neighborhood spans 16 blocks and continues to grow and evolve, becoming a hub for the city’s thriving art scene. @waterstreettampa
Oxford Exchange
Set within a strikingly restored 1891 building, Oxford Exchange leans into Tampa history while drawing inspiration from historic London social clubs and shops. Inside, explore their restaurant and cafe serving breakfast, lunch, brunch and tea throughout the day. What started with a goal of creating a place to exchange ideas became a curated destination housing a cozy bookshop and curated shop with specialty gifts and artisan goods. 420 W. Kennedy Blvd., Tampa, @oxfordexchange
Ybor City
What was once the Cigar Capital of the World, Ybor City, is steeped in history and cultural heritage. Explore century-old buildings, many converted from cigar factories, intimate dining and cocktail lounges reflecting its century-old roots with Cuban, Spanish and Latin influences.
The Dalí Museum
Set along the scenic waterfront in St. Pete, The Dalí Museum offers an inside look into the visionary Spanish surrealist artist, Salvador Dalí. Home to more than 2,400 pieces of his work, this museum is home to one of the most extensive collections of his work outside of Europe–displaying paintings, watercolors, drawings, sculptures and other masterpieces. 1 Dali Blvd., St. Petersburg, @dalimuseum
Where to Shop
Hyde Park
Just a few minutes from Downtown, Hyde Park Village is known for its historic charm, upscale dining and shopping and bustling nightlife. Set by the sparkling bay, Hyde Park offers boutique shopping, designer stores, fan-favorites like Alice + Olivia, Anthropologie, gorjana, Paige, and other curated experiences. @hydeparkvillage