By. Meredith Biesinger
Food halls and food trucks have grown in popularity in Greater Tampa Bay. With a large variety of food and dining options, they give consumers choices while offering a unique opportunity for business owners. Here are some of GTB’s finest food halls and food trucks.
Armature Works and Heights Public Market
Armature Works has changed the foodie game in Tampa.
There are two upscale dining options, Oak & Ola and Steelbach. The Heights Public Market, on the other hand, is an affordable and casual option, where anyone can grab a quick bite to eat in an aesthetic atmosphere. Heights Public Market has 15 different eateries, each with a unique flavor.
A Few Favorites to Try
Ava’s wood-fired pizza has been recognized as among the best in Greater Tampa Bay.
Butcher and Barbeque offers cured and house-smoked meats straight from the cutting board and sandwiches with all the fixings.
From house made waffles to classic egg dishes and artisan cheeseburgers, Graze 1910 offers comfort food classics we all love in an atmosphere of casual elegance.
One of GTB’s newest food halls and hot spots. They have a great location right on the bay with views of cruise ships leaving for the voyage ahead, and they have 10 different eateries to choose from. Each eatery has authentic flavors and unique combinations.
A Few Favorites to Try
Whatever Pops serves handcrafted ice pops, house made gelato, superfood açaí bowls, locally roasted coffee, fresh fruit smoothies and waffles-on-a-stick.
A fun Mexican restaurant serving up street tacos, quesabirria, tacos, antojitos and more.
This fish kitchen is also a sea-foodie dive bar is a “no frills container shanty that’s all about cocktails and the catch.”
A food and entertainment hub known as the KRATE is open for GTB’s dining pleasure. The KRATE Micro Shops are built from locally manufactured and repurposed shipping containers, making the dining and shopping experience unique. With 29 restaurants to try, there is something for everyone at KRATE.
A Few Favorites to Try
Bacon Boss HQ specializes in all things bacon, including bacon-infused burgers.
Palani’s Hawai’i Noodles serves scrumptious Saimin noodles and classic comfort foods of Hawai’i. Aloha.
The Blush Wine Room offers bruschetta, beef and pork meatballs with spicy marinara, plus a refreshing strawberry frose.
Located in The Historic Manhattan Casino, this food hall in Pinellas County offers history with many flavors. Currently housing four food concepts, everything from an Italian eatery to some of the best bbq in the area.
A Few Favorites to Try
犀利士 — /wp:heading –>Louie’s Italian Eatery offers a delicious Italian Wedding Soup with fresh vegetables, shredded chicken, mini meatballs, escarole and pasta in a slow-cooked chicken broth topped with parmesan cheese.
BBQ Mac and Cheese from Betterway BBQ has the reputation of being “the best mac & cheese customers have ever had.”
Scratch makes pretzel sammies full of flavor and perfect for anyone on the go.
Food Trucks to Try
Flip’n Tasty
Shiso Crispy
Funnel Vision Food Truck
Heavy’s Food Truck
Maggie on the Move
La Strada Mobile Kitchen
St. Pete Taco Lady
Vamos Food Truck
