Tis’ the season for pumpkin spice everything. Fall is a unique season in Florida, where locals and visitors alike can enjoy their favorite fall goodies by the beach while still wearing flip-flops.
Seasonal pumpkin goodies are abundant this time of the year. Many local businesses, cafes, coffee shops and restaurants have rolled out some tasty autumn specials. From seasonal soups to bakery goods to everyone’s favorite, the pumpkin spice latte, a little bit of pumpkin brings many nostalgic fall memories.
Check out some of these delicious seasonal treats in Greater Tampa Bay.
Sips Specialty Coffeehouse
This charming local coffeehouse offers a cozy ambiance along with fall treats. Along with seasonal fall decor, they also make delicious house coffee, a special pumpkin spice latte and plenty of seasonal fare. Treats include homemade pumpkin muffins, pumpkin bread and caramel apple cake.
Provisions Coffee
This local coffee shop in Wesley Chapel is known for serving a large assortment of allergy-friendly pastries. Not only do they serve great organic, fair-trade coffee, but they also offer many gluten-free and vegan teats.
During the fall, the lineup of seasonal fare is incredibly delicious. Be sure to try their amazing pumpkin spice pop-tart. Other seasonal goodies include pumpkin spice donuts, apple cider donuts and pumpkin maple scones.
The Blind Tiger Cafe
This local coffee shop favorite first opened in historic Ybor City. Today, there are several locations throughout the metro.
In autumn, along with a cup of delicious coffee, there are several special fall treats, including the ever-popular PSL plus delicious pumpkin bread. As an added bonus, the bread is both vegan and gluten-free, so everybody can partake in a bit of pumpkin deliciousness.
Buddy Brew
Visit one of the Buddy Brew locations for a taste of local coffee. Enjoy a locally made PSL and delicious pumpkin bread at Buddy Brew Coffee in beautiful Hyde Park Village.
Foundation Coffee Co.
In the up-and-coming Tampa Heights area, Foundation Coffee Co. is a trendy spot to grab a cup of fall-flavored Joe and take an Instagram-worthy selfie.
Southie Coffee
Southie offers organic espresso and coffee, vegan and gluten-free options and much more. This coffee shop has two locations, one in Clearwater and one in Seminole. Stop by on the way to a pumpkin patch or fall festival to grab some pumpkin-flavored goodness.
Ginger Beard Coffee
Looking for nitro-infused cold brew? Ginger Beard’s house drink is full of frothy, caffeinated goodness. They offer seasonal flavors. too.
The Haus
This locally owned coffee shop in Largo has an extensive menu. They also double as a bakery and deli. Grab their butterscotch, toffee, brown sugar or cinnamon flavored beverage and a locally sourced baked good.
There is enough pumpkin spice for everyone in GTB. Enjoy!
By Meredith Biesinger.
