Looking to uncover all that North Tampa has to offer? Get to know this Tampa neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from a cigar shop to a bridal boutique.
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in North Tampa, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results.
1. Casa de Montecristo by Tampa Humidor
Topping the list is tobacco shop, cigar bar and lounge Casa de Montecristo by Tampa Humidor. Located at 1418 E. Busch Blvd., Suite 105, it's the highest-rated business in the neighborhood, boasting 4.5 stars out of 35 reviews on Yelp.
The retail space offers an extensive selection of cigars and tobacco products for sale, and adult guests can enjoy drinks in the lounge area along with their tobacco purchases.
2. Carmelle Cuisine Haitian Restaurant
Next up is Haitian spot Carmelle Cuisine Haitian Restaurant, which offers soul food and chicken wings, situated at 9714 N. Nebraska Ave. The simple menu features classic island fare, such as conch stew, fried fish and oxtails. With 4.5 stars out of 19 reviews on Yelp, it's proven to be a local favorite.
3. Patel Brothers
Patel Brothers, an international grocery store, is another top choice. Part of an American chain of retail grocers, Patel Brothers carries a wide selection of foods and products from the Middle East and Indian subcontinent. Yelpers give the business, located at 1251 E. Fowler Ave., Unit F, four stars out of 21 reviews.
4. Truly Forever Bridal
Truly Forever Bridal, a bridal and formal wear boutique, is another much-loved neighborhood go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 11 Yelp reviews. In addition to one the state's largest selections of wedding dresses, the shop sells modern and traditional gowns for prom and homecoming dances, as well as tuxedo rentals for all types of occasions. Head over to 1102 E. Busch Blvd. to see for yourself.
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