Wrights expands to the ‘burbs, Old Heights Bistro moving to South Tampa, and more in local food news
Wright’s Gourmet House in South Tampa. Credit: Google Street OPENINGS/CLOSINGS Old Heights Bistro in Seminole Heights will close…
Tampa icon Wright’s Gourmet House will open new locations in Brandon, Wesley Chapel
Wright’s Gourmet House Credit: Wright’s Gourmet House Two years have passed since longtime South Tampa favorite Wright’s Gourmet…
Tampa Bay’s first Cook Out officially opens today near USF
Cook Out Credit: Cook Out/Facebook Popular North Carolina-based fast food chain Cook Out has opened its first Tampa…
After six years, Tampa’s Rome + Fig is closing
Credit: Rome + Fig/Facebook North Hyde Park’s “globally-inspired bistro” Rome + Fig says it will permanently close later…
After 23 years, Pinellas Park’s Quaker Steak & Lube will close
Quaker Steak and Lube in Pinellas Park, FL. Credit: Google Street It seems Pinellas Park’s motor oil-themed restaurant…
Tampa Bay Restaurant Month Is One of Florida’s Best Summer Food Events
Food lovers across the Florida Gulf Coast are getting ready for one of the tastiest culinary celebrations of…
Tampa Bay Wine & Food Festival unveils bigger 2026 lineup
The Tampa Bay Wine & Food Festival will return April 7-11 with an expanded lineup of events across…
Oystercatchers relaunches Sunday brunch at Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
For nearly four decades, Oystercatchers has held a distinctive place in Tampa Bay’s dining culture. Set along the…
Inside Oystercatchers: The decisions behind each dish
Chef de cuisine Shelby Farrell begins most mornings at Oystercatchers by checking the variables that will shape the…
SoHo Saloon closes after 14 Years on South Howard
After 14 years on South Howard Avenue, SoHo Saloon has shut down effective immediately, as owner Disser Hospitality…
Bern’s to replace Haven with seafood concept in 2027
Bern’s Steak House Company will open a new seafood-focused restaurant at the current Haven location at 2208 W.…
Bosc replaces Zudar’s on Platt St
Bosc Modern Bar + Kitchen is open in South Tampa, taking over the former Zudar’s Bourbon St. Bar…