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Explore the 4 top spots in Tampa's Plaza Terrace neighborhood

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Published on June 26, 2019
Explore the 4 top spots in Tampa's Plaza Terrace neighborhoodAguila Sandwich Shop | Photo: Edgar H./Yelp

Spending time in Plaza Terrace? Get to know this Tampa neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from a Cuban brunch spot and sandwich shop to a traditional American eatery.

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in Plaza Terrace, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results.

1. Aguila Sandwich Shop

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Topping the list is Cuban and brunch spot Aguila Sandwich Shop, which offers sandwiches and more. Located at 3200 W. Hillsborough Ave., it's the highest-rated business in the neighborhood, boasting four stars out of 163 reviews on Yelp. 

This spot serves cafe con leche, Cuban toast, omelets, Media Noche sandwiches and more—in a family atmosphere with Latin music playing in the background. Fan favorites include the ham, green pepper, green olive omelet and guava pastries. 

2. The Nutrition Factory

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Health market and vegetarian spot The Nutrition Factory, which offers juice and smoothies and more, is another top choice. Yelpers give the business, located at 3251 W. Hillsborough Ave., four stars out of 40 reviews. 

This eatery offers bowls, wrap and salads made to order. Breakfast options run the gamut from Mediterranean bison to classic steak and eggs to the southwest, which comes with grilled chicken, sweet potato hash, eggs cheddar cheese and black bean salsa. 

3. The Tutored Chef

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The Tutored Chef, a traditional American spot that offers soup, pizza and more, is another much-loved neighborhood go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 17 Yelp reviews. Head over to 4401 N. Himes Ave., Suite 150 to see for yourself. 

Located inside the Art Institute of Tampa, this spot is run by student chefs in-training. Expect a five course feast at a reasonable price. Menus have featured items like ceviche, chicken tortilla soup and Chile Relleno. Desserts range from rum flan to a dessert sampler with tres leches cake, sorbet and churros. 

4. Stadium Cafe

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Check out Stadium Cafe, which has earned four stars out of 23 reviews on Yelp. You can find the Cuban spot at 3413 W. Tampa Bay Blvd.

Get Cuban favorites like la ropa vieja, sweet plantains, tostadas and Cuban sandwiches at this spot. 

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