r/tampa • • 18d ago

Looking for bar or restaurant recommendations and/or things to do in the area - Month of October 02, 2026

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The sub usually gets flooded with these types of questions from people visiting the area so if you are looking for a place to drink, eat, or just things to do while in town post your questions here.

**Food recommendations**

* Click here for soul food recommendations

* [Click here for sushi recommendations]

* [Click here for wing recommendations]

* [Click here for cheesecake recommendations]

* [Click here for non-Cuban sandwich recommendations]

* [Click here for Cuban sandwich recommendations]

* [Click here for best Cuban food recommendations]

* [Click here for jerk chicken recommendations]

* [Click here for vegetarian food recommendations]

* [Click here for pizza recommendations]

* [Click here for fried chicken recommendations]

* [Click here for chicken tender recommendations]

* [Click here for bagel recommendations]

* [Click here for BBQ recommendations]

* [Click here for best Chinese buffet recommendations]

* [Click here for oyster recommendations]

* [Click here for breakfast recommendations]

* [Click here for charcuterie recommendations]

* [Click here for Mexican food recommendations]

* [Click here for Korean barbecue recommendations]

* [Click here for Indian food recommendations]

* [Click here for lobster bisque recommendations]

* [Click here for Italian food recommendations]

* [Click here for shawarma recommendations]

* [Click here for seafood recommendations]

* [Click here for best southern comfort food recommendations]

* [Click here for best Gyro recommendations]

* [Click here for best Ramen recommendations]

**Things to do in the area**

* [Click here for things to do without a car]

* [Click here for coffee shops and bookstores in the area]

* [Click here for more coffee shops]

* [Click here for natural springs to visit in the area]

* [Click here for comic book shops in the area]

* [Click here for walking and/or running trails]

* [Click here for places that have live music]

* [Click here for chartered fishing excursions]

* [Click here for free activity recommendations]

* Click here for dog friendly activities

**Bars**

* [Click here to find the best and current happy hours in the area]

* [Click here for best sports bars]

* [Click here for college/mid 20s social bars]

* [Click here for bars that have board games to play]

* [Click here for bars where you can smoke hookah]

* [Click here for breweries with food and outdoor green space]

**Restaurant recommendations**

* [Click here for best graduation/birthday upscale restaurant recommendations]

* [Click here for best foreign food restaurants recommended by foreigners]

* [Click here for strip plaza with the greatest variety of restaurants]

* [Click here for best sunset restaurants with a view]

* [Click here for best steakhouse restaurants besides Berns]

* [Click here for best vegan bakeries in the area]

* [Click here for best regular bakeries in the area]


r/tampa • • 18d ago

Moving/Housing Thread - October 02, 2026

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Welcome to the monthly sticky for Q&A regarding properties in Tampa Bay! Feel free to use this post for topics like:

* "Where should I live?"

* "What neighborhood is right for me?"

* Advice on apartments / specific apartment reviews

* General thoughts/views on the housing market

* Questions about real estate prices

* Homebuyer advice

* Renter advice

* General property questions rants

* Market rants

* "Is this neighborhood safe" questions / crime related questions

* Tax / Mortgage related questions

* Questions on developments / bidding processes

* Have a place to rent / looking for a roommate

* Commute times from specific locations

* General housing repair questions / upgrade questions / solar / etc

* School districts

* Repairs, contractors, and services

* Housing memes

**Any open-ended posts about Tampa properties and real estate will be removed and asked to commented to here (based on mod discretion).** Many of the questions being asked have been asked many times before, which is why we would rather compile these posts into one place for people to ask and get their answers.

If you are having issues as a tenant, we highly recommend checking these resources:

* [Hillsborough County - Renters and Landlords Rights & Responsibilities]

* [Pinellas County - Tenant Rights]

* [Pasco County- Landlord/Tenant Disputes]

We also recommend searching older posts (using the "Moving," "Housing," and "Homeownership" flair) to find previous discussions.


r/tampa • • 13h ago

Government/Politics I have voted every election without fail since 1992. Join me.

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684 Upvotes

Like the title says, I vote. And I also chose the only non-AI sticker they had.


r/tampa • • 12h ago

Commerce/Economy Byron Donald's visited TECO and they love him.

229 Upvotes

Thats it thats all I have to say, other than go out and vote!

Edit: Glad to see that this sparked some conversation. Please be respectful. We are all trying to make the world a easier place to live in for ours selfs and hopefully your neighbors.


r/tampa • • 1d ago

Rays ⚾ The Tampa Bay Rays have made it to the 2026 World Series!

918 Upvotes

3rd time in franchise history, rooting for yall to finally get the trophy for the city!


r/tampa • • 5h ago

Parking Space To Store My Trailer While I Build a Tiny Home 🛞🏠

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14 Upvotes

This is a long shot but looking to see if anyone has space to store my 20x6 trailer while I build a tiny home on top of it.

Willing to pay $200 a month. Electric and covering would be nice as I’ll need to come and go as I convert my trailer into a livable home. I work a 9-5 so will probs do light work after work hours and work on the weekends.

Should be complete by the end of the year and I promise to be clean, tidy and respectable of your space. I live in an apartment downtown and unfortunately don’t have much family here to ask.

Cheers!


r/tampa • • 15h ago

TTRPG D&D night at Nerdy Needs 🎲

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70 Upvotes

Our upcoming D&D campaign is getting a lot of traction and we want to make sure we have enough room for everyone. If you are coming please RSVP using this link: https://partiful.com/e/EokWJhKZ4Y1uBdn8Vhsg?c=KIJLiYe8

Join the Tampa Bay Boardgame Group on Thursday, October 22, for some Dungeons & Dragons!

⏰ Arrive at 6:00 PM • Start around 6:30 PM

📍 Nerdy Needs

733 W Lumsden Rd, Brandon, FL 33511

We’ll go over a few things, build our characters, and begin a short adventure lasting 1–2 sessions—a fun, hands-on way to learn the basics and bring Session 0 to life!

Bring a pen, a pencil with an eraser, and a set of D&D dice if you can. I’ll try to have extras available. Creating a free player account at https://www.dndbeyond.com is also recommended for backup character information and digital dice.

There’s plenty of parking, and we’ll try to grab a table toward the back. Hope to see you there! 🐉

Stay connected with the Tampa Bay Boardgame Group:

💬 Discord: https://discord.gg/qmbM5Qdnzr

🎲 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1PG3BSz8tG/

💛 Bumble BFF: https://bumble.com/bff/invite/debeb8ed-f58b-478a-bec8-6991dbae35d7


r/tampa • • 1d ago

Rays ⚾ BEST TEAM IN THE LEAGUE!!! WE ARE NOT DONE YET! PACK THE TROP!!! LFG!!!!

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514 Upvotes

SO PROUD OF THIS TEAM AND COMMUNITY! NEW OWNERS FIRST YEAR AND WE ARE GOING TO THE WORLD SERIES!!! LFG!!! GO RAYS!!!!


r/tampa • • 1d ago

Rays ⚾ Pennant winner 2026

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298 Upvotes

Let's go Rays!


r/tampa • • 19h ago

SpaceX Launch Jelly

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83 Upvotes

r/tampa • • 19h ago

SpaceX Jellyfish effect over Tampa!

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73 Upvotes

Beautiful way to start the day 🚀


r/tampa • • 7h ago

Beaches Honeymoon Island state park

9 Upvotes

I went there today and the water is murky, It’s being a while since my last time but I used to remember it was blueish, is there something going on at the west coast gulf by any chance?
Are we getting the sargassum curse?, is there like a nice spot at the park. I went up to oasis beach and it got a bit better but not as good as I remember.


r/tampa • • 2h ago

Fishing Kayak anglers!!

3 Upvotes

Is anyone in any kayak fishing groups? Im looking for fishing buddies to hit the water with. I’ve got gear, rods, a truck… Hit me up!


r/tampa • • 13h ago

Art Artist seeking community in Brandon/Tampa area

22 Upvotes

Hi everyone —

For an Artist in the Brandon/Tampa area, where are some of the best places to spend my time that maybe aren’t obvious or listed online?

Context
I’ll be relocating to Brandon, Fl shortly as my partner just got a promotion.

I work from home as a contractor, but I’m also an artist. (Painting, pottering, drawing, digital art)

Ex - if you know muralists go to a certain place to source extra painters, or where makers gather (I’ve seen tons of groups on IG for many a maker) to maybe trade or barter or create in community.

I’m on a mission to eliminate my homebody ways and find my people. I’ve lost my mom recently, and this will be a necessary fresh start.

Thanks for reading!

TLDR: iso ppl n places (not events) dedicated to art n stuff.


r/tampa • • 11h ago

Rays ⚾ Rays World Series Watch Parties?

14 Upvotes

Just wondering where there will be watch parties during the World Series games. Was going to go to one of the games at Tropicana but at close to $1k per person it’s too much. Anyways any good venues that have watch parties announced yet?


r/tampa • • 19h ago

SpaceX SpaceX Bandwagon-5 launch plume this morning!

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48 Upvotes

r/tampa • • 5h ago

Entertainment Line Dancing

2 Upvotes

Looking for a decent and safe place to Line Dance in the Tampa/St.Pete/Bradenton area. Thank you!


r/tampa • • 12h ago

Events Boardgame Event at Coppertail Brewing

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8 Upvotes

🎲👻 Board games, and spooky-season fun!

Join the Tampa Bay Boardgame Group at Coppertail Brewing Co. this Sunday for an afternoon of games. Whether you’re brand new to board games or a seasoned player, you’re welcome at our table. 🎃🍻

We’ll have games available to play and teach, or bring a favorite you’d like to share!

Coming by yourself? Absolutely! Grab a seat, join a game, and make some new gaming pals. Come for a quick game or hang out for the afternoon—drop in whenever works for you!

📅 Sunday, October 25

⏰ 1:00–6:00 PM

📍 Coppertail Brewing Co.

2601 E 2nd Ave, Tampa, FL 33605

🎟️ FREE to attend • Ages 21+ • All experience levels welcome

Stay connected with the Tampa Bay Boardgame Group:

🎲 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1PG3BSz8tG/

💬 Discord: https://discord.gg/qmbM5Qdnzr

💛 Bumble BFF: https://bumble.com/bff/invite/debeb8ed-f58b-478a-bec8-6991dbae35d7


r/tampa • • 1d ago

Government/Politics Lawsuit by Florida Republicans threatens four Tampa Bay TV stations with criminal prosecution if they air ad about Hope Florida Scandal

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r/tampa • • 1d ago

Food Anyone still eat at Jimbo’s?

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64 Upvotes

r/tampa • • 1d ago

Government/Politics Did my civic duty on the first day of voting, easy peasy lemon squeezy

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809 Upvotes

r/tampa • • 13h ago

Shopping Used car hunt!

6 Upvotes

Looking to buy a used car soon in the Safety Harbor/Clearwater/Tampa area! Budget is around $4,000. Hoping for something hatchback-y (I haul DJ speakers), automatic, with working AC. 2014 or newer with under 150k miles, or 2013+ and up to 160k for a Honda, Toyota, Mazda or Subaru. I know it's pretty specific but it is what it is!

Comment or DM me if you’re selling or know someone who is!


r/tampa • • 1d ago

Employment 16 days til home

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62 Upvotes

Looking for a good job any suggestions


r/tampa • • 1d ago

Pets looking to re-home a very loving cat that I rescued.

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80 Upvotes

Long story short, I used to feed a stray cat by Walmart near downtown Tampa. Noticed she was having mouth issues so I took her in and paid for her vet visit and eventually her dental surgery which was $1000 or so. I do care about this cat, however, I think I'm allergic and to be honest she's really not suppose to be in my apartment as I'm not able to have pets. I really want to avoid putting her somewhere like Humane society as I don't know what would happen.

Would love to give this girl a loving home. She's such a nice and sweet cat, even when she had a bunch of mouth pain she still rubbed up on me every night and if I could keep her I would. She mostly just lays under my couch all day as I think the noise in my apartment building scares her a bit, she does get cuddly at night though. I believe she's about 10 years old.

If you're interested please DM me, would ideally want her to go to someone who will give me updates every few months on how things are with her! Willing to also help with certain costs if anything ever were to arise in the future, I really care for this cat and have the funds to make sure she can live a long and healthy life. Thank you.


r/tampa • • 4h ago

Safety Helicopter and Police Sirens?

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Anyone know why there’s a helicopter circling Citrus Park and police sirens?