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Hidden Treasures of Tampa Bay
Mauricio Faedo's Bakery is one of Hidden Treasures of Tampa Bay.

1. Mauricio Faedo's Bakery

7.3
5150 N Florida Ave, Tampa, FL
Bakery · South Seminole Heights · 14 tips and reviews

Professor T.Professor Twain 🚬🚬⚾⚾: They're famous for their Cuban bread. But the guava pastries are heavenly

Whistle Stop Grill & Bar is one of Hidden Treasures of Tampa Bay.

2. Whistle Stop Grill & Bar

7.6
915 Main St (at 9th Ave. N), Safety Harbor, FL
New American Restaurant · 62 tips and reviews

Michelle F.Michelle Fernandez: Great, chill atmosphere. One of my favorite places to go when the weather is nice and I want to sit and relax with a cold glass of sangria (there's is AMAZING!!).

Blue Youth Berries is one of Hidden Treasures of Tampa Bay.

3. Blue Youth Berries

cosmo rd, Tampa, FL
Field · 7 tips and reviews

Professor T.Professor Twain 🚬🚬⚾⚾: Beautiful blackberries and blueberries. U-Pick or Drive Thru. Limited hours, seasonal. Get on their email list to access http://www.blueyouthberries.com/

Ream Wilson Trail is one of Hidden Treasures of Tampa Bay.

4. Ream Wilson Trail

Bayshore Blvd, Clearwater, FL
Hiking Trail · 4 tips and reviews

Coleen S.Coleen Sams: Pass your smile to the ones you pass.

El Molino Gourmet Coffee Shop is one of Hidden Treasures of Tampa Bay.

5. El Molino Gourmet Coffee Shop

2012 E 7th Ave, Tampa, FL
Coffee Shop · Historic Ybor · 10 tips and reviews

Courtney G.Courtney G: Old timey coffee house that's a slice of Tampa and Cubano history. Cheap and POWERFUL Cuban espresso, and they are a bonafide roaster. Other coffee shops get their espresso from here.

Carmine's is one of Hidden Treasures of Tampa Bay.

6. Carmine's

7.2
1802 E 7th Ave, Tampa, FL
Spanish Restaurant · Historic Ybor · 59 tips and reviews

TBOcomTBOcom: A quick spot for lunch, Carmine's is an Ybor institution. Low-priced, no-frills Spanish food piled high — what more do you want?

La Pequeña Colombia Restaurant is one of Hidden Treasures of Tampa Bay.

7. La Pequeña Colombia Restaurant

8.8
6312 N Armenia Ave, Tampa, FL
Latin American Restaurant · 25 tips and reviews

Professor T.Professor Twain 🚬🚬⚾⚾: Flat out one of the best meals I've ever had. My platter had chicken, steak, sausage, plantains, beans, rice, & avocado. Sangria & cafe con leche superb. I'll be back

Phở Quyên Vietnamese Restaurant is one of Hidden Treasures of Tampa Bay.

8. Phở Quyên Vietnamese Restaurant

8.4
8404 W Hillsborough Ave (at Memorial Hwy), Tampa, FL
Vietnamese Restaurant · 63 tips and reviews

Glen W.Glen Wheeler: The portions are huge, the prices are low, the service is fast and the food is awesome.

Ybor City Museum State Park is one of Hidden Treasures of Tampa Bay.

9. Ybor City Museum State Park

6.9
1818 E 9th Ave (bt Angel Oliva Sr & N 19th Sts), Tampa, FL
Museum · Historic Ybor · 12 tips and reviews

TBOcomTBOcom: This museum not only provides an informative look at the origins of Ybor but it's also in the middle of the historic district. The Short List: one of our top 5 best places to take your guests. Read more.

Tampa Bay History Center is one of Hidden Treasures of Tampa Bay.

10. Tampa Bay History Center

8.4
801 Old Water St (at Channelside Dr.), Tampa, FL
History Museum · Downtown Tampa · 20 tips and reviews

Claudia F.Claudia Flores-Grisales: Wonderful exhibits in the museum to learn about the first natives of Florida! If you come, you´ll love the river view. We had lunch in the Columbia Restaurant that´s by the museum´s lobby!

Ted Peters Famous Smoked Fish is one of Hidden Treasures of Tampa Bay.

11. Ted Peters Famous Smoked Fish

8.3
1350 Pasadena Ave S, South Pasadena, FL
Seafood Restaurant · 68 tips and reviews

Food NetworkFood Network: Don't leave this smokehouse without trying on the mullet. (It isn’t what you think.) The mullet is prepared as it has been for more than 50 years, smoked in red oak, and it simply tastes like heaven. Read more.

The Painted Fish Gallery is one of Hidden Treasures of Tampa Bay.

12. The Painted Fish Gallery

330 Main St, Dunedin, FL
Art Gallery · 2 tips and reviews

Professor T.Professor Twain 🚬🚬⚾⚾: Amazing artists. Bill Rank paints beautiful Florida landscapes, fish, and birds, sometimes in realistic, sometimes whimsical settings. Linda produces beautiful calligraphy. Great for gifts or home.

Cabbage Key is one of Hidden Treasures of Tampa Bay.

13. Cabbage Key

Pine Island Sound, Pineland, FL
Island · 19 tips and reviews

eelsilvergemeelsilvergem: Beautiful short boat ride from captiva. It's a must and stop for lunch. Its something different to add to your trip.

Harold P. Curtis Honey Co. is one of Hidden Treasures of Tampa Bay.

14. Harold P. Curtis Honey Co.

7.8
335 N. Bridge Street, LaBelle, FL
Farmers Market · 1 tip

Professor T.Professor Twain 🚬🚬⚾⚾: Fourth generation beekeeping family. They sell all varieties of honey, including seagrape, mangrove, orange blossom, & wildflower. A part of the Real Florida that is often forgotten. MUST STOP!

The Capitol Theatre is one of Hidden Treasures of Tampa Bay.

15. The Capitol Theatre

9.0
405 Cleveland St (S Osceola Ave), Clearwater, FL
Concert Hall · 17 tips and reviews

Nivine Z.Nivine Zakhari: Must see after the renovation!

16. Queen of Sheba

3636 Henderson Blvd, Tampa, FL
Ethiopian Restaurant · Southwest Tampa · 28 tips and reviews

TBOcomTBOcom: An inviting spot, serving authentic, traditional Ethiopian food, known for spicy vegetable and meat dishes served on injera. The Short List: one of our top 5 best restaurants for an authentic meal. Read more.

17. Ciro's Speakeasy and Supper Club

8.2
2109 Bayshore Blvd, Tampa, FL
Speakeasy · Historic Hyde Park North · 65 tips and reviews
Tiki Bar is one of Hidden Treasures of Tampa Bay.

18. Tiki Bar

8.2
Spectrum Field, Clearwater, FL
Tiki Bar · 7 tips and reviews

Professor T.Professor Twain 🚬🚬⚾⚾: Watch the ball game at Brighthouse Field while you enjoy a cigar and drink here.

19. Handley Automotive

401 10th Ave S, Safety Harbor, FL
Automotive Repair Shop · 2 tips and reviews

Professor T.Professor Twain 🚬🚬⚾⚾: A great body shop. I've had them do both small and large jobs for me. Beautiful work, fair prices and the people are straight shooters. Bring your wrecks and dings here.

Molly Goodheads is one of Hidden Treasures of Tampa Bay.

20. Molly Goodheads

8.2
400 Orange St. N, Palm Harbor, FL
American Restaurant · Ozona · 46 tips and reviews

Steve C.Steve Cordner: been around forever great place

Ohana Cafe is one of Hidden Treasures of Tampa Bay.

21. Ohana Cafe

306 Orange St (Mississippi Ave), Dunedin, FL
Hawaiian Restaurant · 31 tips and reviews

phillipe d.phillipe dominguez: Ohana seats about 60 ppl and has out door and indoor seating . They have fantastic menu options that include vegan vegetarian and gluten free offerings! All certified organic and GMO free!

Columbia Cafe is one of Hidden Treasures of Tampa Bay.

22. Columbia Cafe

7.1
Tampa International Airport, 4100 George Bean Pkwy (Airside E), Tampa, FL
Cuban Restaurant · 67 tips and reviews

Professor T.Professor Twain 🚬🚬⚾⚾: Best food I've ever had at an airport. The legendary Ybor City restaurant representing at TIA.

Castillo's Cafe & Catering Co is one of Hidden Treasures of Tampa Bay.

23. Castillo's Cafe & Catering Co

1714 N Armenia Ave (W. Union St), Tampa, FL
Cuban Restaurant · 6 tips and reviews

Professor T.Professor Twain 🚬🚬⚾⚾: Great food and a warm, old fashioned atmosphere. Go for dinner and take your time, soak up the atmosphere and sample the great variety of food.

American Stage Theatre is one of Hidden Treasures of Tampa Bay.

24. American Stage Theatre

8.5
163 3rd St N, Saint Petersburg, FL
Theater · North Downtown · 9 tips and reviews

Tammy M.Tammy McDaniel: If you love a small intimate theater with high-quality performers - you must buy tickets to an upcoming show. I went to four this past year and already two this year - worth every minute. Read more.

Ed's Fine Wine is one of Hidden Treasures of Tampa Bay.

25. Ed's Fine Wine

7.5
2454 N McMullen Booth Rd, Safety Harbor, FL
Wine Store · 7 tips and reviews

Priscilla N.Priscilla Nystrom: Love the attention and knowledge that Perry, Ed, and Dan have about wine! Best wine tasting in Clearwater/Safety Harbor!

Yacht StarShip Dining Cruises is one of Hidden Treasures of Tampa Bay.

26. Yacht StarShip Dining Cruises

7.7
603 Channelside Dr, Tampa, FL
American Restaurant · 16 tips and reviews

Staci R.Staci Rene: I highly recommend this cruise. Amazing food, wine tasting was excellent, along with gorgeous views of Tampa bay. A great excursion to take people on from out of town as well. The staff was amazing!