Mentioned by Tampa Bay Date Night Guide
The Ultimate List of Tampa Bay Dessert Spots for Date Night
"Southie Coffee is a trendy coffee shop that offers organic quality espresso and coffee, pastries, smoothies, a full menu, and more!. They also have really great gluten-free and vegan options available. We highly recommend ordering one of the empanadas to go with your coffee for a burst of flavors that you didn’t know you needed!"
"The reigning Queen of Tampa doughnuts, Nicola’s is – you know what, just go grab a chocolate long john. Also, after you eat here, you smell like doughnuts all day like some sort of extra treat from making such a great dietary decision. We highly recommend the cronuts and, if you can get lucky enough, a fried Oreo doughnut."
"Rick Scott thought it was a good PR move to serve doughnuts here. Opened in 1982 by Joe and Kathy Nicola, this is a traditional longtimer with more than 50 varieties, roughly 30 cupcake options and a range of other seasonal pastries. Some of the doughnuts can look a little blowsy with sprinkles and squiggles of drizzle."
"Busch Blvd., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the inexpensive spot to score doughnuts and more four stars out of 105 reviews. We turned there for more about Nicola's Donut Shop. 'Classic and specialty doughnuts,' it states on Yelp in the section highlighting specialties."
"I should have read the reviews first about going when their sign is lit up. I ordered a dozen from Uber eats and it arrive..."
"The takeout sandwich, doughnut and natural wine hub opened in downtown Tampa in March from the same folks who operated the short-lived restaurant Nojaks in the same space. Nojaks was mostly vegan, and this new concept definitely is not, but there are some similarities. Produce is sourced, when possible, from small, local farmers, and the overarching emphasis is on quality ingredients (hello, Sullivan Street Bakery bread) and a rotating cast of seasonal veggies."
"Slinging doughnuts out a custom 1963 Airstream in Riverview, Remi’s Minis is worth the drive, peeps. We are personally big fans of the mini doughnut experience as it is like a tasting of doughnuts – a fling, if you will – versus a full-on commitment. And Remi’s has a wonderful selection of flavors like Pineapple Buttercream, Churro, Maple Bacon and S’more – ok, and we are a sucker for the chocolate emoji mini – we give in."
"When you're out brewery hopping, you will have to add Coppertail Brewing to your list. This small brewery produces four popular core beers and a selection of seasonal releases. Sitting on the outskirts of Ybor City, Coppertail's tasting room features a casual atmosphere with hip eclectic décor that includes many fascinating pieces of Tampa history."
"Amazing, imaginative murals make Coppertail Brewing stand out long before you order your first beer. The brewery and the art are inspired by the mythical sea creature the founder’s daughter imagined lurking in the waters of the bay. Popular beers like Free Dive and Night Swim keep the nautical theme alive (just watch out for creatures of the deep)."
"The University of South Florida Contemporary Art Museum (USFCAM) has different art exhibits from around the world. The exhibits are constantly changing, so you can keep returning and see new things on display. They work alongside the College of the Arts to introduce students, teachers, and the community to new trends in art and culture."
"Slinging doughnuts out a custom 1963 Airstream in Riverview, Remi’s Minis is worth the drive, peeps. We are personally big fans of the mini doughnut experience as it is like a tasting of doughnuts – a fling, if you will – versus a full-on commitment. And Remi’s has a wonderful selection of flavors like Pineapple Buttercream, Churro, Maple Bacon and S’more – ok, and we are a sucker for the chocolate emoji mini – we give in."