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 bar and lounge to a seafood joint.
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 36 reviews on Yelp.
Yelpers note this shop is packed with cigar aficionados on weekends and offers an impressive inventory of humidors, lighters and ashtrays. Relax in the lounge area, which features plenty of comfy seating, domino tables and friendly bartenders. Drink options include beer, wine and coffee.
2. Fade Masters Barbershop 2
Next is barber shop Fade Masters Barbershop 2, situated at 11612 N. Nebraska Ave., Suite B With 4.5 stars out of 15 reviews on Yelp, it's proven to be a local favorite. This chain operates seven different locations in Florida.
This shop specializes in men's haircuts and stocks men's grooming products. No matter what your hair texture, it offers services to match your style, ranging from traditional cuts and fades to afros and Mohawks.
3. Corona's Coffee Shop
Cafe and Latin American spot Corona's Coffee Shop is another top choice. Yelpers give the business, located at 9307 N. Nebraska Ave., four stars out of 10 reviews.
This family operated eatery offers a robust menu with breakfast platters, empanadas, sandwiches, soups and more. Try the platter with mangu, salami, fried cheese and sausage or the turkey, eggs and cheese sandwich on Cuban bread and beef stew with tostones or fried plantains. Wash it all down with Cuban coffee or house-made lemonade.
4. Mr. and Mrs. Crab
Mr. and Mrs. Crab, a spot to score seafood and more, is another much-loved neighborhood go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 13 Yelp reviews. Head over to 1251 E. Fowler Ave., Unit D3 to see for yourself.
Try the popular lunch specials available on weekdays. Order the clams, blue or green mussels or shrimp with your choice of sides like mac and cheese, fries, coleslaw and more. If you're in the mood for something fried, the menu also offers oysters, catfish and tilapia baskets.
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