Good Eats: Kona Grill, Tampa, FL

You guys have to check out this place if you have not. What goes better than sushi and happy hour? (I’ll wait). Today was my second time eating here and it was worth the review the first time too. So without further ado, lets get into everything thats right with Kona Grill. Just the Happy Hour menu alone makes this place the perfect spot for a girls night out, a date night with bae, a business meeting with a partner or a day-time lunch with some great company. There is a nice selection for everyone from handcrafted flatbreads and cocktails to sushi rolls and other selections starting at $5 up $10 (this includes specialty rolls).

 

I especially enjoy the Bama roll and strawberry & raspberry margarita with sugar on my rim to wash it down. The patio sits right over a pond and wraps around the building with an outside bar as the focal point. If that isn’t enough, Kona Grill’s Saturday happy hour is from 11am-12am the following day! And Im not sure about the week days but I’m sure they got you covered there too.

Good Eats: Oxford Exchange, Tampa, FL

So I don’t know what took me so long to step into this beautiful library/secret garden-like Oasis we Tampanians call the Oxford Exchange (OE) but I’m glad I finally did.

This place is immaculate with it’s gorgeous floor to ceiling windows and a special room dedicated to books and brews sure to compliment any palate. I personally loved the Blueberry green tea with Blueberry, lemongrass and pomegranate.

The old English style atmosphere makes you feel like you are dining in what used to be Hogwarts cafeteria. And the food is just as amazing. There are very little selections but judging by my entree I can see that this place prides quality over quantity.

Shoe shine any one ? $7

On to the food. These ingredients are FRESH. It can be a bit pricey but not that far off if you’re thinking about bonefish brunch (not that I don’t get down with Bonefish) just try OE.

Club (Sandwich) on wheat bread w/ sweet potato fries

It’s so eclectic that if you wanted a spot for a girls night out or a scenic venue with a pleasant ambience suitable for the inlaws, the Oxford Exchange is definitely the place.

Enjoy!

Bon Appétit! 😉