Seminole Heights ‘Bistro’ gets Refined
The Bungalow Bistro of Seminole Heights (5137 N. Florida Ave.) has been sold to Greg and Michelle Baker of Cooks-n-Company (a personal chef service). While currently still being operated under the “Bistro” moniker and menu, Greg stated the couple is planning to launch an entirely new restaurant, The Refinery, and menu by March 2009.
The Refinery is expected to serve a wide selection of small, “bigger than most tapas” plates, made from locally grown ingredients (when possible). It will also serve a hand-selected array of specialty beers and wines.
The Baker’s new venture is located just steps away from the Seminole Heights neighborhood’s famous Cappy’s Pizzeria and Independent Beer Hall.
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China Moon shines on Heights & West Tampa
China Moon New York Style Chinese Food is now open at 1900 W. Dr. Marin Luther King Jr. Blvd. for take out and delivery to residents of West Tampa, Wellswood, Seminole Heights, Riverside Heights and other nearby areas.
Its menu features over 100 items, including: vegetable spring rolls, pork egg foo young, beef mei fun and Chef Specials like “Seafood Delight.”
China Moon is open Monday-Thursday, 11am-10pm; Friday-Saturday 11am-11pm; and Sunday 12-10pm. Free delivery requires an order minimum of $12 and can be made by calling (813) 876-0033.
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Shout Out for Channelside’s new Taverna Opa
Following UC Tampa’s exclusive story of Taverna Opa coming to downtown’s Channelside Entertainment Complex, the Greek restaurant is now open in the former Grille 21 location (underneath the old Margarita Mama’s).
Cuisine:
Greek, Fresh Seafood, Steaks, Mediterranean Features: Healthy Greek Cuisine, Live Entertainment and Late Hours
Price Range:
$15-$35 (for main course)
Hours/Dining:
Sunday-Thursday, 11am–11pm
Friday-Saturday, 11am–2am
Atmosphere:
Lunch to Early Dinner – calm, serene with a light sound of instrumental Greek music in the background.
Dinner – upbeat dining experience, including belly dancing shows, light DJ and Zorba dancers.
Late Night – music transcends with the night and includes an original blend of Greek, International, Middle Eastern, Spanish and Top 40.
About Taverna Opa:
Veteran restaurateur, Peter Tsialiamanis, opened the original Taverna Opa in Hollywood, Fla. in 1998. He envisioned the restaurant embodiment of the Greek spirit of Opa and "a gathering place for guests to celebrate the basic elements of life, good food, drink and music, enjoyed with family and friends."
A native of Greece, Tsaliamanis created a very delicious menu; a compilation of his family recipes and traditional Greek dishes served in tavernas in his native Greece.
Reviews:
Rated 5.0 out of 5.0 By michael - Jan 31, 2010
Good food, good environment. Night scene is always a blast!
Rated 5.0 out of 5.0 By Khalid - Jan 25, 2010
Went to dine with a couple of friends from out of town on a Friday night and continued to exceed my expectations! Dancing on tables, belly dancer, throwing napkins everywhere and yelling opa every minute! Food was EXCELLENT! Generous portions and reasonably priced! Def will be coming back and back again for a looong time! I only wish there was hookah.....that would have been the cherry on top!
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